Michael Frater
Michael Frater is a retired Jamaican sprinter who is best known for his contributions to Jamaica's success in the 4x100m relay, particularly at the 2012 London Olympics where he helped the team set a world record. With a personal best of 9.88 seconds in the 100m, Frater played a critical role in establishing Jamaica as a powerhouse in sprinting, alongside legends like Usain Bolt and Yohan Blake.
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Recent news mentions
Coach Michael Frater says his sprinter, Adrian Kerr, is well positioned to take the next major step in his career this season.
‘Stronger’ Kerr charges towards sub-20 barrier | Sports
Jamaica· 2026-02-19
Coach Michael Frater says increased maturity has been a key factor behind the recent progress of his athlete Ackeem Blake.
Frater: Maturity, not just speed, driving Blake’s progress | SportsJamaica· 2026-02-13
Coach Michael Frater has warned that it is not the team with the fastest athletes that will necessarily win the men’s 4x100 metres but rather the team with the best cohesion built through practice.
Speed kills, warns coach Frater | SportsJamaica· 2025-09-20
Kerr has been training with Michael Frater right now, alongside Akeem Blake, Yohan Blake.
‘Anything I get is a bonus’ | SportsJamaica· 2025-09-18
Michael Frater set a then world record time of 37.31 alongside Usain Bolt.
Jamaica’s athletes ready to conquer the World again | SportsJamaica· 2025-09-12
Michael Frater contributed to the Jamaican team's victory in the 4x100m relay at the 2012 Olympics.
Can Jamaica’s 2025 4x100m quartet challenge the world record? | SportsJamaica· 2025-07-26
