Sports Minister Hails Late High Jumper Ernie Haisley

Minister of Sport, Olivia Grange, paid tribute to former Jamaican athlete Ernie Haisley who died last week — a few days before his 88th birthday.

Haisley, a high jumper, was the winner of the event at the 1958 British Empire and Commonwealth Games.

He also finished third in the high jump at the 1959 Pan American Games.

Minister Grange said she was “saddened” by Haisley’s passing and referred to him as “one of the heroes who helped to establish Jamaica’s reputation in athletics”.

She also referred to Haisley’s 15th place finish in the high jump at the 1956 Olympic Games which is still Jamaica’s best finish in the event at the Olympics.

Minister Grange has expressed condolences to Haisley’s family and friends.