As a Jamaican, we really look forward to Champs every year!! And it doesn’t matter how old we are 😂… Champs is a big deal! AKA mini Olympics where High Schools face off!… it has been our tradition for yearssss.. we started training kids at 3-6yrs old (Basic School)where they also face off with kids their age… then we move on to Primary Champs ages 7-12yrs old.. then it’s on to The Big League which is Boys & Girls Championship (shorten for Champs) .. that’s the reason why we produce such great athletes.. so glad you got a chance to experience it 🇯🇲 …Love it❤..Proud Jamaican 😊
@winstonwilkins5 ай бұрын
Really enjoyed this video. I live here in Jamaica and you highlighted some of the reasons Jamaica punches above their weight. Usain Bolt's insistence on international sponsor investment in Jamaica, Puma attaching it's brand to the development of athletics here, the strategic vision of the local event organizers to make international opportunities accessible through the schools all contribute to a pipeline of athletes the world loves to watch. I'm glad our people showed you a good time. Well done!
@kofuzi5 ай бұрын
it's so amazing to see an entire country that loves and supports its track and field!
@annGreaves5 ай бұрын
I enjoyed this too.... love when my country is highlighted in a positive light.
@arnoldd70735 ай бұрын
That and massive state sponsored doping
@simonebrooks11245 ай бұрын
Brilliant summary 👌
@jenniferbryan58044 ай бұрын
Champs! Nothing else like it!
@patricianelson98215 ай бұрын
Me proud, me proud, me proud so till. We jus Tallawah suh 🇯🇲🇯🇲🇯🇲🇯🇲🇯🇲🇯🇲🇯🇲🖤💚💛💥💥💥💥💥💥💥💥
@RichardWillis-fn4hg5 ай бұрын
U chat too much
@paulostyles94845 ай бұрын
@@RichardWillis-fn4hglike u madda
@patriciaalridge86185 ай бұрын
Me say!🇯🇲🇯🇲🇯🇲🇯🇲
@RichardWillis-fn4hg5 ай бұрын
@@patriciaalridge8618 two Patricia?
@tungvu5 ай бұрын
Wow, what a great national tradition Jamaica has in track & field.
@squadypetez5 ай бұрын
I choked up watching this! So proud to be Jamaican!
@s-gstephens60495 ай бұрын
I literally just got in from a jog on the Palisadoes, doing my stretches, and came across this. I smiled at the interesting bus ride comment -- going up to the blue mountains is an interesting drive for everyone...but its such a joy ince you get there whether for a hike, a run, or a ride, and many do just that on their weekends. A run at Mona is a Kingston tradition; the blue track immersion at UWI, and to top it off champs!! Yes, I can imagine the times you saw -- Jamaicans at home and abroad see them every year, and many locals will say champs was a rebuild this year in respect of widespread spread and records. The noise, the support, the spectacle - it's all part of what makes Super Champs what it is. Jamaica is really a culture thats dialled in to track and field...and for a teeny tiny small island developing state, many will say we punch way above our weight in recignition and thw things we manage to do. I'm happy you all enjoyed it. Now, I'll have to go find some of the other creators that I currently don't follow to see their take 😊 Awesome job!!
@weltonferguson86545 ай бұрын
❤
@therealilanchefpatricia5 ай бұрын
Link me😊
@user-mb9mk5or8z5 ай бұрын
Lord mi too proud as a Jamaican,Lord I ask you watch over our little Island and bless us mighty God.
@rananjerry62685 ай бұрын
Love the relationship between puma and jamaica
@shaenaet5 ай бұрын
Love ❤... thanks for coming and thanks to Puma as well 🇯🇲
@kofuzi5 ай бұрын
thanks for watching!
@ScottTuscher5 ай бұрын
Usain Bolt interview!! 💯
@kofuzi5 ай бұрын
thanks for watching!
@sashagayweise64134 ай бұрын
I’m so proud to be a Jamaican 🇯🇲🇯🇲🇯🇲🇯🇲. Btw glad you enjoyed champs, it’s like no other and the vibes in the stadium is like no other.
@kofuzi4 ай бұрын
So true!
@juusoala-jaaski25085 ай бұрын
Your content is so much better than anything on the networks these days. Amazing storytelling again.
@kofuzi5 ай бұрын
thanks for much!
@macau.friend5 ай бұрын
Interesting that of all the influencers who attended the event, you are the only one who made a full video out of it. I wouldn’t have even heard about this if it hadn’t been for you, so thank you!
@kofuzi5 ай бұрын
everyone has different audiences in different places. some people are on podcasts. some people are on TikTok. some people may use what they got from this weekend as part of their olympic coverage. but I'm glad this video found you here!
@tankeruva5 ай бұрын
Thank you for sharing the love for running at the grassroots level in Jamaica. I thoroughly enjoyed this and can see myself rooting for the Jamaicans just based on their passion.
@kofuzi5 ай бұрын
thanks for watching!
@tanyabrissett27585 ай бұрын
My heart is full. Thank you for showcasing the spirit of Jamaica 🇯🇲 . ONE LOVE ❤️
@juniormcclure1395 ай бұрын
This meet is bigger than the Olympics..after doing this no athlete is overcome with nerves at the international meets..😊😊😊
@kofuzi5 ай бұрын
I can’t imagine the pressure!
@margaretlaidley98325 ай бұрын
I Love it! Well done! I am so proud when "outsiders" get to really witness Champs for themselves and see why Jamaica really has an endless pool of talent; why we have swagger; why our athletes have no fear when they take their talent to the international stage. Our success there is not due to doping. Where else do you go and see grown men and women, past students or not, don high school regalia and shout and cheer with passionate intensity for their alma mater, their children's or relatives' school, or just their favorite. I tell you there is nothing like Champs anywhere else in the world and I just wish all the world could witness it. feel it. live it! It's not to be missed and I sure hope you will be back next year.
@gizmetdoralopez68065 ай бұрын
@margaretlaidley9832 Well said! I used to attend Champs in the 60s 😲and I'm glad to see it is still going strong! Shelly-Ann Frasier-Price warmed my heart as a past alumnus of my alma mater Wolmer's Girls' School. At this age, I just cheer for any champion from any school --- one Jamaica, One People! 🔥🏝❤
@ggooden115 ай бұрын
Nice documentary. Ran at Boys and Girls Champs for 5yrs for the great Jamaica College. Very fond memories.
@jenwilli98325 ай бұрын
I loved everything about this video, spectacular! Champs truly amazing with boundless Jamaican talent. You were in my backyard literally. i use to walk early mornings at the dam and my best moments was the sun rising over the mountains pure beauty. I am blessed to live here, heat and all. Thanks for showcasing beautiful Jamaica🇯🇲
@kofuzi5 ай бұрын
that sunrise is so special! Jamaica treated me so well
@kaybrown22015 ай бұрын
Jamaican champs is crazy fun. Raw talents
@keithstevenson57435 ай бұрын
The only age group championship in track and field in the world. The Olympic Games is much less pressure to Jamaican athletes than the boys and girls championship.
@winngriff5 ай бұрын
Come on sounds good but there can be no more pressure than the Olympicd
@keithstevenson57435 ай бұрын
@@winngriff I guess you don’t understand the Jamaican spectators. That’s enough pressure to burst a pipe.
@dojnbeck86095 ай бұрын
@@keithstevenson5743 You're so right!!
@anngore38425 ай бұрын
@@keithstevenson5743😂💯
@Ouga_Official5 ай бұрын
OMG you got to meet Usain Bolt, damn this is unreal
@kofuzi5 ай бұрын
it was pretty incredible
@plnthn5 ай бұрын
Forget about earth. Without a doubt, there's nothing like it (champs) in the universe.
@kofuzi5 ай бұрын
For sure!
@JayUchiha175 ай бұрын
Epic video, puma treated you guys well. I'm from T&T and I'm glad you were in the Caribbean. Yes it hot right through the year. Jamacia is so beautiful and actually cooler than my home weather wise. I can't believe you didn't get to taste the Jamacian Jerk, its so spicy and delicious.
@kofuzi5 ай бұрын
I did get the ackee though. we had it at several meals.
@user-dx5mg9by9y5 ай бұрын
Trinibad🇹🇹🇯🇲
@karenwalker4135 ай бұрын
Love it! It is a Great Look,well put together Jamaica Land We Love🇯🇲🇯🇲🇯🇲
@kofuzi5 ай бұрын
such a wonderful experience
@karenwalker4135 ай бұрын
Yes, come back again for different events and other great music entertainment. 🇯🇲🇯🇲
@AshleyCarla5 ай бұрын
Such a great video! Loved seeing all the content from PUMA these last few days from the island. 🇯🇲
@jwll62165 ай бұрын
Excellent video! Great view of Jamaican sports culture🇯🇲🇯🇲⭐
@HyacinthSankey5 ай бұрын
Yes, this is us! Jamaica! It’s real! Love the video!
@kofuzi5 ай бұрын
I had such a great time there!
@tedeshiasmith21495 ай бұрын
Yes, was eagerly awaiting this video 🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉 🇯🇲 🇯🇲 🇯🇲 🇯🇲 🇯🇲 Great, to see you in my home country!!!!
@kofuzi5 ай бұрын
I hope I've done it justice
@tedeshiasmith21495 ай бұрын
@@kofuzi yes, you did 👏🙌
@McFearless805 ай бұрын
Do you ever feel the need to pinch yourself? Your life is like a dream! You've worked so hard to get to this point and it's well deserved. Thanks for the content and the community you've helped build here.
@kofuzi5 ай бұрын
all the time
@dale.gallaza5 ай бұрын
This is one of the best runner's weekend vids... amazing story telling ❤❤❤
@kofuzi5 ай бұрын
thank you
@susanmorrison97295 ай бұрын
Thank you for this sometomes we as jamaicans take these thing for granted and we dont know how lucky we are because many countries want what we have. So thank you for reminding us that we are special. As we say wi likkle but wi tahlawa❤❤❤❤
@jahjahsavewi61855 ай бұрын
THE WORLD IS A BEAUTIFUL PLACE IT'S SOME THE PEOPLE IN IT WHO MAKE THE WORLD UGLY SOMETIMES BUT YOU KOFUZI ARE ONE OF THE BEST OF US CHEERS!!
@kofuzi5 ай бұрын
thanks for watching!
@paullewis78315 ай бұрын
Great work, highlighting the talent and the passion of Champs! It truly is a great experience. 🇯🇲
@kofuzi5 ай бұрын
As far as I know, there isn’t anything in the world like it
@tripledtv54645 ай бұрын
Excellent video,this brought so much memories of my high school days running at Champs in the late 70s to early 80s.Watching from NY 🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾🇯🇲🇯🇲🇯🇲
@snowwalker99995 ай бұрын
Great running travel video as always. It is great to see a country takes pride in running as their main sport. Next tropical vacation: Jamaica
@kofuzi5 ай бұрын
it's amazing to see
@rohansmith45595 ай бұрын
Damn!! I have been watching your videos from the beginning and you are in my beautiful country Jamaica. Champs is the best. Love the video
@PoetAntoniaValaire5 ай бұрын
Great cinematography.
@palabraderunner5 ай бұрын
I was really looking forward to this video. Spectacular summary of an experience that will be difficult to forget. 3 days of pure emotions. A pleasure to share it with you and the rest of the team ❤
@kofuzi5 ай бұрын
so great to finally meet you in person. I look forward to when we can spend time together again!
@Tiadom15 ай бұрын
AS A JAMAICAN THIS MAKES ME SO DAMMMM PROUD WOW🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥
@kellybaker63535 ай бұрын
What an incredible experience! Those kids are absolutely amazing, and I can’t wait to see some of them on the Olympic stage.
Thank you for coming to 🇯🇲🇯🇲🇯🇲. Please come back next year
@middlecee_70795 ай бұрын
babe wake up new runners weekend just dropped
@philzotna5 ай бұрын
Legit officially my FAV video! feels so great watching your content and being helped by you and then to see you visit here and experience our champs. Also great to see how much presence the Jamaican community has on here. Happy I got a chance to say Hi to you and Jeremy at Champs! Hoping to meet you in future 😊
@kofuzi5 ай бұрын
Thanks for the support from the stands! So exciting to make new friends in Jamaica!
@severiner71685 ай бұрын
What an amazing trip that would have been and getting tips from such wonderful athletes! Nice to see fellow UK runners Ben, Sarah and Tom :-)
@robmetroproperiesdc15315 ай бұрын
What an AWESOME experience. Bolt, Blake, Thompson - Herah, Jamaica x Puma I don't think it gets any better. But I'm sure you'll have another adventure loading up soon. Great work I appreciate it. Sherika Jackson too WOW
@kofuzi5 ай бұрын
running royalty
@s-gstephens60495 ай бұрын
😊
@constancerobertson8375 ай бұрын
Don't forget Hansel Parchment and Sherika Jackson.
@robmetroproperiesdc15315 ай бұрын
@@constancerobertson837 yes there was so many I forgot Hansle. I 👀 Ms. Jackson 👌🏿
@constancerobertson8375 ай бұрын
@@robmetroproperiesdc1531 Hope you've recovered from our intense heat and that you enjoyed your Jamaican experience.
@060005145 ай бұрын
Big Puma, dash weh the Nike dem and start support Puma
@dainiawishart79054 ай бұрын
This is a Masterpiece!!!! Thank you!
@s-gstephens60495 ай бұрын
Whaaaat!!!! Didn't know you were at champs. Puma really dialed in!!!!
@jflamarche73065 ай бұрын
I really enjoyed this one. Thank you.
@kofuzi5 ай бұрын
thanks so much!
@FunEducateLearn4 ай бұрын
Great content and quality videos. Looking forward to more videos from you in Jamaica. Thank you 🙌🇯🇲
@jonathanwatkins4475 ай бұрын
Wow. What an awesome experience. Very cool.
@kofuzi5 ай бұрын
thanks for watching!
@julianablasko92245 ай бұрын
This was an awesome video!! Loved it from beginning to end!! Thank you!!
@levandmarthapolyakin-aaron21835 ай бұрын
So well done as always, and this was certainly one of your most unique destinations. Congratulations also on getting chosen to attend; a testament to your achievements as both a runner and an influencer.
@kofuzi5 ай бұрын
thanks Martha!
@rss65835 ай бұрын
So happy to know you and the team were able to make this trip and enjoy the amazing spectacle we love and call "Champs" it really has no comparisons for this age group athletes. Come back again and experience more of Jamaica
@TheKobaltBlue5 ай бұрын
I'm SO happy that you went to Jamaica! 🇯🇲 I love to see my little island highlighted in a Runner's Weekend. I don't know if Mr. Francis mentioned it, but he puts on the Reggae Marathon (now a half and 10k) in Negril every December. I suggested to Tommie that he do the Reggae Marathon, but going for Champs with Puma is pretty cool. Also, no trip to Jamaica is complete without a thrilling car/bus ride. LOL
@michaelsesler11585 ай бұрын
as always, just stunning. you have really "found your stride" with Runner's Weekend.
@kofuzi5 ай бұрын
Thanks Michael!
@bertoyardie87315 ай бұрын
Awesome video. Thanks for highlighting our beautiful country and hope you had a great time. 🙌🏽👍🏽
@MsTrinichic5 ай бұрын
Such epic content!!! As a Trinidadian, I felt especially proud to see the Caribbean highlighted!! Icing on the cake was seeing my other YT runners From Ben is Running, Sarah and Tom from Runners Channel and even Adam and Mica Woods!!! Kofuzi you continue to be a trail blazer!!
@kofuzi5 ай бұрын
Puma was able to assemble a good group for this trip. And Champs definitely delivered an incredible track experience!
@RichardWillis-fn4hg5 ай бұрын
Ms Trini the video was about Jamaica not the Caribbean
@mangosunshine38865 ай бұрын
@@RichardWillis-fn4hgJamaica is a part of the Caribbean, stop promoting division. People of the Caribbean share the same DNA profile. Enough hate, we all bask in the reflected glory of each other.
@arlenechambers84815 ай бұрын
@@RichardWillis-fn4hgAs a Jamaican if any country in the Caribbean does well we all do well. Stop the segregation.
@dojnbeck86095 ай бұрын
@@kofuzi It was good to have you. Please come again!
@petervfl5 ай бұрын
Has to be my favorite runners weekend vid of yours. What a blast, to be so involved there with Puma and the track meet was epic
@kofuzi5 ай бұрын
thanks so much! it was an unbelievable experience
@Manuel-9015 ай бұрын
Good luck, Kofuzi. Like from Spain 🇪🇸. Cheers.
@AlanWang-cw4qw5 ай бұрын
Absolutely love your videography and content. It’s better than anything else out there. Please keep doing what you’re doing.
@kofuzi5 ай бұрын
thanks so much!
@josephroach5 ай бұрын
Loved this… Each day I’m so proud to be a Jamaican 🇯🇲 ❤
@rachelr7775 ай бұрын
This is an excellent video production! I thoroughly enjoyed every scene & I'm sooo happy that Puma took the time to visit our beloved island! Hope you guys come back again soon :D
@Rrrandstaysuh4 ай бұрын
Talent Cya Done!🇯🇲
@moniquekyahlovewilson23744 ай бұрын
The ending literally had me in tears. Good tears. proud tears. Thanks for showcasing my island so beautifully. Champs is where champions are born. Where dreams are born. Where for many of those students hope is born.
@zureetv93754 ай бұрын
Lovely video..."Jamaica's future is very very bright" indeed...🎉🎉🖤💚💛🇯🇲
@jay15725 ай бұрын
What a blessing bro to go there and have that experience! Loved this video very much 💪
@missltonay5 ай бұрын
wow!! so close to Elaine!!! how cool
@DaydreamingTrack5 ай бұрын
I get goosebumps everytime watch someone experience champs and why we so great. Since picked up running everything abput the urge to run in tropical weather makes sense
@kofuzi5 ай бұрын
Champs is very special
@ColinBloodworth5 ай бұрын
Awesome video, Mike. Really appreciate getting to see an aspect of running and a nation's culture I wouldn't otherwise have known about.
@kofuzi5 ай бұрын
I had no idea that this existed, and I'm not sure I would have believed it had I not seen it for myself
@melanin79775 ай бұрын
That's our jamaican secret shhh!!!
@marletwellington47265 ай бұрын
Good work on this very video. Thanks for sharing. Glad you came and enjoyed Jamaica and Champs so you see for yourself where Champions are made. Yes Jamaica to the World 🇯🇲
@kofuzi5 ай бұрын
I had such a great time!
@SeeChadRun5 ай бұрын
Great video as always! I'm excited for what Puma has coming out later this year, and I think they're competing well with all the right products and image with much more to come. Thanks for taking us along on your runner's weekend!
@OrlandoLee-os9jgАй бұрын
In summary it’s our Olympics from basic to high school kids look forward to it but more importantly even our grandparents has that level of interest it’s in other words apart of our culture and I must thank puma for coming onboard to further promote our youth and our tradition and it is why we produce endless super stars
@simonebrooks11245 ай бұрын
It was totally captivating right to the last second. Excellent production 👏 👌. I am so darn proud to be Jamaican 🎉🎉🎉
@jazzy13765 ай бұрын
I love this ❤. It's like I was there experiencing the frenzy, expectation, and anticipation of the athletes and audiences 😮😢😂. Phenomenonal. Great video. 👏 👏
@richardgrant85274 ай бұрын
Its a good look. Big up
@simonemathew44225 ай бұрын
Elaine 😊, I see you 👧girl.. lovely video, it did showcase our country and culture well .
@Average_Bruh5 ай бұрын
Yeah Hydel. My alma mater. ❤️ This was an epic video. I always enjoy the insights of others into my beautiful homeland. Especially since I left 4 years ago and haven't been back since. But hopefully, I'll be able to visit really soon. Until, these videos will definitely keep me entertained.
@Gro-4855 ай бұрын
I enjoy this video top class editing. I am happy you enjoy my country.
@amandawalker45105 ай бұрын
What fun, so jealous, great insight , thanks , loved seeing you all 😊
@vaughn89975 ай бұрын
Amazing video. This was lit. 👍👏
@peterkirktenor5 ай бұрын
Usain Bolt stopped by 🤯
@melanin79775 ай бұрын
Bolt and the rest of popular athletes have to go through this process, they ain't treated as celebrity here by locals we are more interested I'm who can break the records. Most of these brilliant athletes will never qualify for Penn, Caritas games etc. That is why when we reach Olympics it is easy.
@nbstreet06314 ай бұрын
I really enjoyed this video!!!! Even thought I knew all the places, I liked how he edited and the presentation was spot on. I think whomever organized the days and activities also did a fantastic job, that allowed the content creators the best opportunity to do their thing. Very good exposure for my country.
@kofuzi4 ай бұрын
Puma put together quite the itinerary
@aldanegolding90885 ай бұрын
@1:35 I run here frequently and was home that very day (I live near by) Had I known you were out there I would have come join the run @kofuzi 😃 Anyways, great video, love your work, and I'm glad you got to experience this aspect of my country 🇯🇲
@adamdurham30995 ай бұрын
Best vid I’ve seen you do boss! Bless Up to JA!
@TheAliness2214 ай бұрын
Absolutely loved this! Thanks for your beautiful display of Jamaican culture
@rubarb12755 ай бұрын
Great video, so well put together! Awesome stuff! 👏
@kofuzi5 ай бұрын
thanks for watching!
@teddyp9385 ай бұрын
Wah gwaan Kofuzi. Just subscribed. Glad you enjoyed Champs, one highlight that you missed on Friday was the road march by Kingston College from their school to the stadium, marching band , motorcade, students, past and present and lots of Fortis well wishers. One Love.
@kofuzi5 ай бұрын
That would have been a sight to see!
@summaz_4 ай бұрын
Not just KC, Camperdown, Georges, Wolmers, Exclesior
@teddyp9384 ай бұрын
@@summaz_ I know. Lol
@azaribarnett53135 ай бұрын
enjoyed the video man,from jamaica🙏🏾
@stonepainter5 ай бұрын
Great video! Loved the shots of scenary and food as you toured around. The Puma merch looks great.
@kofuzi5 ай бұрын
thanks for watching!
@robertburpee94735 ай бұрын
WOW!!!!! Fantastic Vlog and video craft, thank you so much.
@kofuzi5 ай бұрын
Thanks for watching!
@robsta50005 ай бұрын
Excellent content!!
@kwesiwillacy46445 ай бұрын
How about puma creating a factory on the island and provide jobs.
@st3wi3D5 ай бұрын
Great video. Nuff Respek!!
@westonaltman51935 ай бұрын
The heat and humidity is rough! Coming from a guy who recently moved to a very hit and humid region of the world! Running is tough, luckily fall is now blessing us with cooler temps and lower humidity. Hope you enjoyed the Caribbean!
@kofuzi5 ай бұрын
I had such a good time, but running in the heat and humidity was a struggle
@user-dx5mg9by9y5 ай бұрын
Kingston is hot
@user-dx5mg9by9y5 ай бұрын
@@kofuziif KINGSTON IS HOT BUT THE SUBURBS ARE A LOT COOLER
@wetzky5 ай бұрын
I'm gonna have to schedule some "ripping sessions" to prep for my future finish line photos
@kofuzi5 ай бұрын
practice makes perfect, apparently
@donnab31834 ай бұрын
Excellent video, thank you!
@mmillhen5 ай бұрын
Nice! Thanks so much for displaying our young talents 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽