Veronica Campbell - recognised for winning gold in Athens, Greece, in 2004 and gold again at the World Championships in Osaka, Japan, in 2007.

Asafa Powell - recognised for his excellence in 2006 and for maintaining his dominance on the track.

Each year, The Gleaner Company Ltd, through its Honour Awards, recognises the initiative, courage and achievements of persons who have helped to improve Jamaica's quality of life. Over the years, several of the nation's athletes have been honoured, including some who have dazzled at the world stage and recently led the country to dominance at the just concluded Olympics in Beijing, China.

Trecia-Kaye Smith - recognised for winning gold in the triple jump at the World Championships in Helsinki, Finland, in 2005

Usain Bolt - recognised in 2002 for his outstanding performance in athletics and creating a lasting impact on the nation.

Marvin Anderson - recognised in 2001 for his magnificent performance at the Victoria Mutual/Issa Boys Championships.