Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce is a renowned name in the track and field world. The 7-time Olympic medalist can be seen frequently atop the podium in a Jamaican jersey. The 36-year-old has achieved so much in her athletics career on the track. However, her achievements in the field are as impressive as they are off the field. She is a humanitarian to the dot and has legitimately helped bolster futures of the surrounding people.
Fraser-Pryce has won the World Championship 10 times. However, she has also been running a charity organization as well for the past 10 years. During the 10th anniversary a few days ago, the Jamaican athlete shared the success of the foundation and fans poured much love for the star. Her foundation recently crowned and cherished her because of her significant impact on lives.
Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce announces milestone success
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Earlier this Wednesday, Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce celebrated the 10-year anniversary of her foundation, Pocket Rocket Foundation. It’s a charity organization focusing on student-athlete education and training. The organization and Shelly together aim to create a real impact in society by uplifting students and providing them with a platform to express their talent.
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Shelly Pryce announced that the organization has been running for more than 10 years now and over 73 students have benefitted from this opportunity. Shelly Pryce aims “to give student-athletes the same chance” she “had to dream and plant seeds” for tomorrow.
Expressing her gratitude, she thanked fans for their unwavering support. “And so I thank you? Thank you for being there and for committing to stand by us as we charge toward the future. Hand in hand, step by step, child by child.” In reply, fans also didn’t shy away from pouring love over the Jamaican legend.
Fans hail Jamaican athlete’s social work
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Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce is loved all over the world, for her on-field achievements as well as her off-field work. As the 36-year-old star announced the success of her social work foundation, fans were quick to congratulate and show their love to the star.
The Jamaican prodigy Jaydon Hibbert hailed Shelly’s efforts as “inspirational“. Another used praised the efforts and suggested Shelly was a legend. He wrote, “Amazing, Shelly. This is your legacy”. One fan thanked Shelly for her outstanding work for the betterment of us student-athletes. She wrote, “you are amazing! We thank you for what you’ve done to us student athletes.”
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“Absolutely beautiful both inside and out.“, wrote another user, pointing out Shelly’s pure and kind heart. Though her athletic achievements are enough, these efforts are what make Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce special. We applaud this queen for enriching students’ lives, which are now bursting at the seams, thanks to her graciousness and philanthropic work.