Triple jumper Shanieka Ricketts welcomes baby girl
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August 22, 2026
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KINGSTON, Jamaica — Jamaica’s triple jump Olympic Silver medallist Shanieka Ricketts has welcomed her first child, a baby girl, the athlete shared on Saturday.
In an Instagram post, Ricketts shared photos of the infant, named Shania.
“God has been faithful, and we are overwhelmed with gratitude that our bundle of joy is finally here! Shania Lee Ricketts came into our world and made us the happiest parents!” she said.
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