From “The Sab” to Dakar: Kadan Sam Takes His Shot on the World Stage

A young Saint Lucian athlete is ready to make his mark in the global sports arena. Kadan Sam is set to take a major step in his athletics journey as he transitions from the familiar training grounds of Vigie Field, affectionately known as “The Sab,” to the bright lights of the international stage in Dakar, Senegal.

What began with dedication, determination, and countless laps around the track has opened the door to an incredible opportunity. Sprint Tech Athletics Club proudly supports Kadan as he embarks on a quest to represent Saint Lucia at the Dakar 2026 Youth Olympic Games, where he will compete in the Men’s 400m challenge race.

Renowned for his versatility across the 100m, 200m, and 400m events, Kadan has set his sights firmly on the one-lap challenge. The 400m is a true test of speed, strength, endurance, and tactical execution, demanding everything an athlete has from the starting gun to the finish line.

With a personal best of 49.83 seconds, Kadan is ready to embrace this challenge and measure himself against some of the world’s finest emerging young athletes. Behind this opportunity are countless hours of hard work, discipline, and sacrifice, guided by coaches Latin “Chase” Nicholson and Makeba Alcide. Their commitment and dedication have profoundly shaped his development.

The countdown was on as Kadan took to the track on November 8 at Stade Iba Mar Diop in Dakar for the Men’s 400m Semi-Finals. One lap. One opportunity. One chance to leave his mark on the international stage.

For Sprint Tech, this achievement is more than just an athlete earning an international selection. It serves as a proud testament to what dedication, perseverance, quality coaching, and belief in young talent can achieve. Kadan’s journey, from the training grounds of “The Sab” to representing his country on the world stage, is one worth celebrating.

A Sprint Tech spokesperson expressed confidence: “Kadan, the opportunity is yours! Trust your training, run with courage, leave nothing behind, and soak in every moment. The Sprint Tech family stands behind you, and an entire nation is cheering you on. Go out there and make Saint Lucia proud!”

One Athlete. One Club. One Nation. One Dream!

Update: Kadan Sam finished 8th in the Men’s 400m Final at the 2026 Summer Youth Olympic Games in Dakar, Senegal, clocking a time of 49.58 seconds at the Iba Mar Diop.

Kadan Sam served as Saint Lucia’s sole track and field representative at the historic Games—the first Olympic event hosted on the African continent. Saint Lucia’s wider three-member delegation also included aquatics athletes Noah Dorville and Fayth Jeffrey.