Who Is Shericka Jackson’s Coach? Everything You Need to Know About the Major Support System of the Track and Field Icon

 10.84 seconds – the time that Shericka Jackson clocked to win her third consecutive 100m title at the Jamaica Athletics Administrative Association (JAAA) Nationals Championships on June 28. Her win also booked her a slot in the Jamaican team for the Paris Olympics. In the absence of Elaine Thompson-Herah, who isn’t participating this time due to an injury, the 29-year-old will lead the Jamaican camp in the upcoming Games. But do you know who’s the man behind her stellar speed on the track?

Jackson will be joined by 19-year-old Tia Clayton and 8x Olympic medalist Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce in 100m events in the upcoming prestigious quadrennial event in Paris. While she embarks on her third Olympic appearance, let’s delve into her life and learn more about the man who helped her achieve greatness lately – her coach, Stephan Francis!

All about Shericka Jackson’s coach, Stephen Francis

The legendary Jamaican coach Stephen Francis’ resume is filled up with multiple superstar sprinters. Famously known as ‘Franno’, he founded the Maximising Velocity and Power (MVP) Track Club alongside Paul Francis, David Noel, and Bruce James in 1999. In his over two decades of training athletes, god knows how many medals athletes won under his guidance.

Francis’ recent successful superstar, Shericka Jackson made her debut in the global sprinting arena under him. Even when she made her international debut for Jamaica at the CARIFTA Games in 2008, the legendary coach was around her. With fierce competition this time around at the Paris Olympics, Shericka Jackson will again seek guidance from the legendary coach. Moreover, it is noteworthy that the 29-year-old isn’t just a successful sprinter that he developed over two decades of his coaching career.

Not just Jackson: Stephen Francis’ legacy in sprints

In his years-long association with MVP Track Club, he saw Asafa Powell’s dominant run between 2005 and 2008. During this period, she clocked a 100m world record time of 9.77 and 9.74 seconds. Apart from Shericka Jackson, he oversaw Elaine Thompson-Herah and Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce winning gold medals at the Olympic games. His illustrious portfolio also includes the likes of Sherone Simpson, Kerron Stewart, Brigitte Foster-Hylton, and Melaine Walker.

While Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce and Elaine Thompson-Herah parted ways with Stephan Francis earlier in 2020, he still has some of the top sprinters in the game. He will put high hopes in Shericka Jackson, who will be leading the charge for Jamaica at the Paris Games. Will another Francis client win an Olympic gold this year? Do let us know what you think about the same in the comments!