Paulton Gordon
Paulton Gordon is the president of the Jamaica Basketball Association, known for his commitment to improving basketball in Jamaica. Recently, he made headlines by announcing that NBA player Norman Powell would represent Jamaica in the upcoming FIBA World Cup 2027 Americas pre-qualifiers, emphasizing the importance of Powell's experience in enhancing the national team's chances of success.
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Paulton Gordon is the President of the Jamaica Basketball Association and is confident Jamaica will secure a historic win in the World Cup Qualifiers.
‘I think we can pull it off’ | Sports
Jamaica· 2026-02-26
Paulton Gordon is the president of Jamaica basketball and is involved in organizing a special event for the national team.
‘I hope they come loud and proud’ | SportsJamaica· 2026-02-14
Paulton Gordon, president of the Jamaica Basketball Association, discusses necessary upgrades to the National Indoor Sports Centre for the FIBA Basketball World Cup Americas Qualifiers.
NISC upgrades necessary for FIBA Qualifiers | SportsJamaica· 2025-11-02Paulton Gordon, president of the Jamaica Basketball Association (JBA), said the country was unable to host its first home game in the FIBA Basketball World Cup Americas Qualifiers because of insufficient time to meet FIBA hosting standards.
Time, finances force Jamaica away for first home FIBA qualifier | SportsJamaica· 2025-10-31Paulton Gordon is the President of the Jamaica Basketball Association.
Pre-qualification Basketball World Cup train gets rolling with trial | SportsJamaica· 2025-07-08
Paulton Gordon said there are still some hurdles to clear before they can assemble the full complement of international stars aspiring to represent Jamaica.
Stuck in the mud | SportsJamaica· 2025-07-07
Paulton Gordon, president of the Jamaica Basketball Association, aims to put together a competitive Jamaica team.
Vassell joins NBA players wanting to play for Jamaica | SportsJamaica· 2025-07-02Paulton Gordon, president of the Jamaica Basketball Association, said his organisation wants to set the pace for the growth of basketball from the grassroots level.
NBA family makes plans for Jamaica basketball | SportsJamaica· 2025-05-28
Paulton Gordon is the president of the Jamaica Basketball Association and is lobbying for changes to FIBA rules.
NBA twins want to put Jamaica’s basketball among the world’s elite | SportsJamaica· 2025-05-26
Jamaica Basketball Association President Paulton Gordon hopes to break the trend of never qualifying for the FIBA World Cup.
Coach believes Jam Rockers on the verge of something special | SportsJamaica· 2025-05-20
Paulton Gordon is the President of the Jamaica Basketball Association.
JBA seeks clearance for players restricted by FIBA rule | SportsJamaica· 2025-04-17
Paulton Gordon said Norman Powell's experience will be invaluable to the team.
Jamaica attracts NBA talent | SportsJamaica· 2025-04-16