Athlete Bio:

Bert Cameron is a celebrated Jamaican sprinter known for his prowess in the 400 meters. Born in Spanish Town, Saint Catherine Parish, he first gained international recognition at the 1978 Commonwealth Games, securing a silver medal in the 4×400 meters relay. Cameron’s Olympic journey began in 1980, and he represented Jamaica in three consecutive Summer Olympics. Cameron became the first-ever World Champion in the 400 meters at the inaugural World Championships in Athletics in 1983. He also claimed the 400 meters title at the 1982 Commonwealth Games and won multiple medals at regional competitions, including gold at the Central American and Caribbean Games. Despite an injury during the 1984 Olympics, he made a remarkable comeback to qualify for the finals but was unable to compete due to his injury. Outside of athletics, Cameron has been a prominent coach in Jamaica, mentoring athletes like Jermaine Gonzales. His contributions to athletics have earned him numerous accolades, including being named Jamaica’s Sportsperson of the Year three times consecutively from 1981 to 1983. Medals or Trophies:

• Olympic Games:
  • Silver: 4×400 meters relay (1988)

• World Championships:
  • Gold: 400 meters (1983)

• Commonwealth Games:
  • Gold: 400 meters (1982)

• Pan American Games:
  • Silver: 400 meters (1987)

• Central American and Caribbean Games:
  • Gold: 400 meters (1982)

Non-Medal Performances:

• 1979 Pan American Games: Fourth place in the 400 meters

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• 1980 Summer Olympics: Reached quarter-finals in the 400 meters
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• 1984 Summer Olympics: Qualified for finals but did not compete due to injury

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• 1987 World Championships: Reached semi-finals in the 400 meters and placed sixth with the relay team

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