Even though Usain Bolt retired back in 2017, he’s still such a legendary figure in athletics—his world records in the 100m and 200m are still unbroken! His journey to greatness is truly inspiring. By the time he hit 11 or 12, it was obvious he was meant for the track. He could outrun his friends without even trying, all while just playing cricket and football. It’s funny because his childhood friend Nugent Walker was a bit hesitant at first to become Bolt’s executive manager, but he eventually realized how important trust was in Bolt’s inner circle and jumped on board to support him.

Walker has really been a key figure in Usain Bolt’s career, helping him stay focused on running fast while acting as a buffer between Bolt and his management team. Walker admits he gets nervous before Bolt’s races, but he’s always amazed by Bolt’s calmness—after all, the thrill of a cheering crowd is where Bolt truly thrives. Their relationship between the Bolt and Walker is also personal; Bolt is actually the proud godfather to Walker’s son, NJ Junior.

When NJ Junior was born prematurely in 2015, Bolt was right there, constantly checking in before his big race, showing just how deep their friendship goes. As Walker says, “While I’m there for him, he’s always there for me.” And now that little kiddo has turned out to be quite a handful!

On October 22nd, Bolt posted an Instagram story featuring NJ Junior and his team. This was during the historic win in the Junior Cup at the Lamman’s Brings tournament, and it’s been generating a lot of buzz. Bolt kept it simple in his caption with a heartfelt “Congrats.” He even shared another story from the match where NJ Junior scored two goals, which really shows just how talented this young athlete is!

In the next story, this nine-year-old Athtete, NJ Junior, is featured in an interview, buzzing with excitement about his upcoming game and the team’s impressive run to the semifinals. He expresses confidence, saying, “I really feel good about this,” and emphasizes the importance of taking penalties properly. He highlights the significance of teamwork and gives a shout-out to their teammate Harrison for his contributions, noting, “He did some good things.”

The athlete also reflects on the importance of the tournament for young players, asking, “Isn’t it great for us to compete and prepare against different teams?” They appreciate the chance to learn from others and feel that this experience will help them grow. Overall, their positive attitude about teamwork, preparation, and the thrill of being part of such a significant event shines through. However, Bolt keeps on sharing his achievements and warnings.

Usain Bolt celebrates NJ Junior’s goal

Last year in 2023, Usain Bolt shared a heartfelt message for his godson, NJ Junior Walker, after he finished fifth in the school championships in Jamaica. Bolt proudly posted, “Proud of my godson #NJJ. 5th in finals at Prep School championship.” Fast forward to October 19 of this year, and the history repeated as it showcased NJ Junior’s determination and Bolt’s support.

Usain Bolt posted a video of NJJ scoring a goal during the Alberga Cup Season. The Alberta Cup is a youth football tournament in Jamaica that features teams from various schools and clubs competing in different age categories. Bolt’s captioned it, “Don’t play with #99 left foot,” really showed just how proud he is of his little champion!

In another story, Bolt highlighted a post from the Jamaica Gleaner celebrating NJ Junior’s achievements, featuring the headline, “Mona, Hillel kick-start Algebra Cup season in impressive form.” NJ Junior’s team, Hillel, started strong against the American International School of Kingston (AISK), jumping to a 2-0 lead with NJ Junior scoring both goals in the 10th and 42nd minutes.

Although AISK managed to level the score, Hillel ultimately triumphed with a final score of 7-2. To add some extra hype, Bolt shared his track, “Thankful,” featuring NJ Junior as the soundtrack for his story. This dynamic duo not only excels on the field but also showcases their creative talents together, often sharing their music on Usain Bolt’s YouTube page! Here’s to hoping for even more moments of togetherness and success for them in the future!