All set for JISA National Prep Champs

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Livingston ScottJournalist at Jamaica Gleaner

June 6, 2026

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The 2026 GraceKennedy (GK) General Insurance and Mutual Funds JISA National Preparatory Schools Track and Field championship, set to take place at the National Stadium from June 11-13, was launched at Sts Peter and Paul Prep yesterday.

More than 1,500 athletes from 45 schools are set to converge on the National Stadium for the three days. Jamaica Independent Schools Association (JISA) president, Tamara McKenzie, in her address, said many schools are struggling to raise support and their appreciation to the sponsors cannot be overstated.

"We look at this as a track meet but mobilisation, accommodation, food for three days, transportation, gear, training, and investment are all big expenses.

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