The Courtleigh Auditorium in Kingston was the center of fitness excellence on Saturday, November 23, 2024, as the Supreme Ventures Jamaica Invitational Bodybuilding Championships made its grand debut.
The event celebrated bodybuilding as an integral part of Jamaica’s growing fitness culture, bringing the sport to a wider audience and further establishing its place within the local sports landscape.
Organized by Supreme Ventures, a long-time advocate for health, wellness, and sports in Jamaica, and in partnership with the Jamaica Olympic Association and the Jamaica Bodybuilding and Fitness Association, the event showcased the nation’s top bodybuilding talents across five categories: Men’s Physique Open, Women’s Bikini Fitness Open, Bodybuilding Open, Classic Bodybuilding, and Women’s Bikini Wellness. It offered a unique opportunity for fitness enthusiasts to come together, celebrate athletic excellence, and inspire a new generation of bodybuilders to pursue their dreams.
The Men’s Physique Open saw Sheldon Harper rise to the top, followed by Shaquille Bowen and Dwayne Leslie in second and third. Andre McDonald, Ranile Moore, and Nicholas Williams filled out the remaining top six spots. In the Women’s Bikini Fitness Open, Nicole Lewis claimed the title, with Kenesha Spencer and Oberlene Smith-Whyte finishing second and third, respectively.
Nicolas Wilson took the top honours in the Bodybuilding Open, followed by Henry Graham in second place and Andrew Chisholm in third. Kymani Kirby, Rupert Johnson, and Wendell Martin finished in the fourth, fifth, and sixth positions. In the Classic Bodybuilding category, Kymani Kirby rose to the top, with Wendell Martin in second and Amunike Peddie in third. Nicolas Wilson, Matthew Donville, and Ross Lowe placed fourth, fifth, and sixth, respectively.
In the final category of Women’s Bikini Wellness, Bryana Johnson emerged victorious, with Lissan Wallace placing second.
The success of the inaugural Supreme Ventures Jamaica Invitational Bodybuilding Championships marks a crucial step forward in fostering a vibrant fitness community in Jamaica. With athletes pushing the boundaries of their physical limits and showcasing the highest standards of dedication and discipline, the event is expected to inspire both seasoned bodybuilders and newcomers alike.
“We are extremely proud to have launched the Supreme Ventures Jamaica Invitational Bodybuilding Championships, and to have witnessed such outstanding competition,” said Chloleen Daley-Muschett, Corporate Communication and PR Manager at Supreme Ventures Limited. “This event is a testament to the incredible talent in Jamaica, and we are excited about the future of bodybuilding in the country. We look forward to making this an annual event that continues to inspire and elevate athletes at all levels.”
The inaugural competition has ignited anticipation for future events and firmly established the Supreme Ventures Jamaica Invitational Bodybuilding Championships as a key fixture on Jamaica’s sporting calendar.