Some of the top Bahamian athletes are expected to compete in the 2011 BTC National Open Track and Field Championships at the Grand Bahama Sports Complex this weekend. Bahamas Association of Athletic Associations' (BAAA) public relations officer Alpheus "Hawk" Finlayson puts today's profile spotlight on Grand Bahamian high jumper Donald Thomas. Thomas was born in Grand Bahama on July 1, 1984. He attended Bishop Michael High School, formerly Freeport Anglican High School. He also attended Lindenwood College in Missouri and moved on to Auburn University. Thomas was a basketball player but moved to track and field after winning a dare about his jumping ability. Thomas won the 2007 ...

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