Powerade endorsee and Bahamian multi-athlete Ken Mullings hosted his first jump clinic last weekend, adding to the list of many firsts he has accomplished this year. 

Mullings, the first Bahamian to compete at the Olympics in the decathlon hosted a free jump clinic sponsored by Powerade at the Thomas A. Robinson stadium for athletes of all ages. The 27-year-old shared tips and wellness advice that have assisted him throughout his athletic career. 

 The intimate jump clinic that focused on Long and High Jump was attended by aspiring young athletes. Attendees displayed their skills throughout the various drills, with some flaunting their experience and others, though new to the sport, matching experience with enthusiasm.  

 "The kids were really engaged whether it was asking a hundred questions or bursting with energy to show off their skillsets, it was everything I hoped it would be." Mullings expressed. 

"I wanted to host a jump clinic to give back and also test to see how successful it would be for future clinics I would like to do; I think we did just that." he concluded. 

Mullings was thrilled to learn that Powerade, his sponsor, would continue their support of him by holding the clinic. Which he believes further proves that Powerade, "not only cares about how I perform, but also in social and community initiatives that are important to me." 

While the clinic focused on the importance of warm-up, stretching and the mechanics of jumping Mullings ensured to stress the importance of hydration and how consuming Powerade has positively impacted his overall wellness and performance.  

Nicholas Knowles, a 17-year-old Long and Triple jumper shared that he was "amazed" to learn from Mullings that "hydration improves your performance by six percent". Knowles revealed he did not know that prior to the clinic but will be more intentional with ensuring his hydration levels are up with Powerade. 

Knowles also shared that Mullings recognized his High jump talents, an event he has never competed in. Leaving feeling inspired, Knowles said he is excited to share what he learned in high jump with his coach and hopes to begin training for the event in the upcoming 2024-2025 track and field season. 

Fourteen-year-old Cordell Smith revealed that although his events are the 400, 800 and 1500 meters that participating with Mullings, was "super helpful for my training" and that he "looks forward to qualifying for CARIFTA" by using what he learned. 

 As for Mullings, he also has his eyes set on bigger and more impactful clinics in the future. 

"The future of athletics [in The Bahamas] is heading in the right direction. They are showing how competitive they are and willing to do other events." he said. 

Mullings hopes to host future clinics with more events while also bringing them to various Family Islands. 

To receive notice about the next clinic and to learn more about Ken's sponsorship with Powerade and his Olympic journey visit www.cbcbahamas.com/ken-mullings.