TT policeman stars in Spain

Incoma Alexander was the only police officer representing Trinidad and Tobago at the 2003 Police and Fire World Games in Barcelona, Spain recently. There he distinguished himself, emerging the most successful competitor of the 27-member local contingent. A sport enthusiast for 30 years, Alexander broke the games’ long jump to capture the record of 6.20 metres with a gold medal jump of 6.32 metres. He also won gold in the high jump, and was third in the 100 and 200-metre sprints. Those events were won by fellow-countryman fireman Brassie. A total of 80 countries were represented at the games which ran from July 27 to August 4. Alexander raised funds which enabled him to attend the games  with the assistance of the National Lotteries Control Board (NLCB), National Petroleum (NP) and Maritime Life. On his performances, Alexander revealed that he was in better physical condition two years ago when his appearance at the games was canceled.

Despite this the dedicated sportsman went on to the Open Division 4x100 where he competed outside of the Masters Division relay, and helped the rest of the team, comprised of fire officers, to the silver medal. His haul of five medals out of the 14 gained by the team, distinguished Alexander among the rest and he says the support of the Fire Services contingent was instrumental in his good performance. Alexander thanked all his supporters and sponsors for their help in getting him to the games.