ST GEORGE’S, Grenada, May 21,
2026 – After nearly a decade of inactivity, efforts are underway to revive
the Max Potential Sports Club in Grenada, with the official relaunch scheduled
for June 2.
Founding member and coach Kerlon
Peters says the decision to reactivate the club stems from what he describes as
a pressing need to develop Grenada’s talent in the throwing events.
The club, which was formed in
2014, became inactive in 2017. However, Peters believes Grenada still possesses
tremendous untapped potential in the throws and that more specialised coaching
is needed to fully develop athletes in those disciplines.
According to Peters, many
athletics clubs, particularly within the St George’s area, tend to focus more
heavily on sprinting and other track events, leaving limited emphasis on the
throws.
He pointed to Grenada’s performances and historical success in throwing events at the CARIFTA Games as evidence that the country has the raw talent to remain competitive at the regional level, once athletes are given the proper technical guidance and development opportunities.
Peters said he believes he can
still make a meaningful contribution to athletics in Grenada, particularly
through the coaching of technical throwing events such as the shot put, discus
and javelin.
As part of the relaunch efforts,
he disclosed that work has already started on revising the club’s original 2014
constitution to ensure it reflects the current needs and direction of the
organisation.
Among the notable athletes
emerging from the club are Josh Boateng, Johann Jeremiah and Karlene Peters,
all of whom have won medals representing Grenada in regional competition.
Former Grenadian decathlete Kurt Felix also trained with the club.
Peters expressed optimism that
the relaunch of Max Potential Sports Club can help strengthen the development
pipeline for field events in Grenadian athletics and provide more opportunities
for young athletes interested in the throws.
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