Ian Forbes
Ian Forbes is the first vice-president of the Jamaica Athletics Administrative Association (JAAA). He recently made headlines by commenting on the trend of Jamaican athletes switching their allegiances to countries like Türkiye, likening the situation to 'mango season' and emphasizing that Türkiye targets Jamaica's top talents, or 'ripe mangoes.' Forbes highlighted the challenges faced by Jamaica in retaining its athletes due to limited resources compared to other nations.
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jamaica | 4 | 6.25 | 0.33% | +20% | 2,961,167 | 11,593 | $15,000 | 59$ |
| Totals | 4 | 2,961,167 | 11,593 | $15,000 | 59$ |
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Each country's color is based on "Mentions" from the table above.
Recent Mentions
Jamaica:
Ian Forbes, Custos of St Andrew, highlighted the college's tradition of academic excellence.
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Jamaica:
Team manager Ian Forbes confirmed the news as he said the timing of Clayton’s withdrawal has allowed the team little time to bring in a replacement.
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Jamaica:
Team manager Ian Forbes confirmed that Ms Rushell Clayton has been withdrawn due to injury.
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Jamaica:
Ian Forbes is the manager of the team.
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Jamaica:
Ian Forbes is from the Jamaica Administrative Athletics Association and is contesting for the office of second vice-president.
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Jamaica:
For Forbes Sr, this is not just a holiday, as he reflected on the fact that Jamaica’s ancestors fought valiantly to bring about the freedom Jamaicans now enjoy.
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Jamaica:
Custos of St Andrew Ian Forbes is a senior national sports administrator and the former managing director of the local division of an international paint company.
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Jamaica:
Ian Forbes, JAAA First Vice-President, discussed the association's plans for relay qualification.
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Jamaica:
Ian Forbes, first vice-president of JAAA, criticized Türkiye's recruitment strategy for athletes.
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Jamaica:
Ian Forbes is the Vice-President of the Jamaica Administrative Athletics Association (JAAA).
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