Julien Alfred Hailed As A Legend, Hopes To Inspire Youth

On Friday, Saint Lucia’s sprint sensation Julien Alfred triumphantly returned home to a grand welcome where she was hailed as a legend. Alfred’s arrival at the Hewanorra International Airport was her first trip home after winning the world indoor 60-metre championship in Scotland last month. She stormed to victory in 6.98 seconds. The 22-year-old hoped winning the Island’s first global medal would inspire the youth. “I am hoping it can inspire the youth to also continue in the same path, maybe a different path,” Alfred said at an airport welcoming ceremony. She also hoped her gold medal would encourage everyone to support young people. “We could have so many Juliens, so many more Daren Sammys and so many more Levern Spencers and I hope this could also encourage the country to just come together and just be one,” the athlete stated. Amidst the grandeur of the homecoming, Youth Development and Sports Minister Kenson Casimir took a moment to express his deep admiration for Alfred’s unwavering dedication and the pride she brings to Saint Lucia through her athletic prowess. Casimir hailed her as a legend. “Let’s support track and field. Let’s support youth development. Let’s support sport and let’s all appreciate...