A Jamaican Olympian & Quarter-Miler Extraordinaire
Shericka Williams is one of Jamaica’s most accomplished quarter-milers, known for her poise on the track and silver-laced legacy on the global stage. Born on September 17, 1985, Williams rose to international prominence as a fearless competitor in the 400 meters, anchoring some of Jamaica’s most unforgettable relay moments.
Her Olympic career is decorated with three silver medals — Beijing 2008 (400m and 4x400m relay) and London 2012 (4x400m relay) — where she consistently delivered strong performances under immense pressure. On the World Championship stage, she earned multiple silver medals in both the individual 400m and 4x400m relays across Helsinki 2005, Osaka 2007, Berlin 2009, and Daegu 2011. In 2014, she claimed gold at the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, anchoring the Jamaican 4x400m team to victory.
With a personal best of 49.32s in the 400m and a place on the national record-breaking 4x400m relay team (3:19.73) in 2007, Shericka stands among Jamaica’s finest in the discipline. Her legacy is not only defined by medals but by her quiet strength, professionalism, and ability to rise to every occasion.
Now retired from professional competition, Shericka Williams continues to inspire young athletes through her story — a testament to discipline, endurance, and the enduring power of Jamaican excellence.
Nickname: Wire
Date of Birth: 09/17/1985
Gender: Female
Country Born: Jamaica
Parish: St Elizabeth
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Currently Resides In: United States of America
Education & Profession
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- St Elizabeth Technical High School - STETHS
University:
- University of Technology - Utech
Level of Education:
- Bachelors Degree
Area of Study: Business
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Sport Details
Training Club:
- University of Techology
- MVP
Coach:
- Stephen Francis
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- Paul Doyle
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- Jamaica
Personal Best:
- 49.32
Competition History
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- Olympic Games
Date of Event:
- 08/27/2008
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- 400M
- 4X400M Relay
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Biography
A Jamaican Olympian & Quarter-Miler Extraordinaire
Shericka Williams is one of Jamaica’s most accomplished quarter-milers, known for her poise on the track and silver-laced legacy on the global stage. Born on September 17, 1985, Williams rose to international prominence as a fearless competitor in the 400 meters, anchoring some of Jamaica’s most unforgettable relay moments.
Her Olympic career is decorated with three silver medals — Beijing 2008 (400m and 4x400m relay) and London 2012 (4x400m relay) — where she consistently delivered strong performances under immense pressure. On the World Championship stage, she earned multiple silver medals in both the individual 400m and 4x400m relays across Helsinki 2005, Osaka 2007, Berlin 2009, and Daegu 2011. In 2014, she claimed gold at the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, anchoring the Jamaican 4x400m team to victory.
With a personal best of 49.32s in the 400m and a place on the national record-breaking 4x400m relay team (3:19.73) in 2007, Shericka stands among Jamaica’s finest in the discipline. Her legacy is not only defined by medals but by her quiet strength, professionalism, and ability to rise to every occasion.
Now retired from professional competition, Shericka Williams continues to inspire young athletes through her story — a testament to discipline, endurance, and the enduring power of Jamaican excellence.
