The Athletics Association of Guyana has confirmed that former Guyana distance runner and national 10,000m record holder Kelvin Johnson died suddenly.
Johnson established the national men's 10,000m record in 2013 with a time of 31 minutes 14.14 seconds, a mark that remains unbroken, according to the AAG.
Over a distinguished career spanning track and road racing, he represented Guyana across the Caribbean and further afield.
In a tribute, the Athletics Association of Guyana said Johnson left behind "a remarkable legacy of endurance, perseverance and sporting excellence", describing his long-standing record as a testament to his exceptional talent and dedication.
The Ministry of Culture, Youth and Sport also paid tribute to Johnson, noting his multi-sport pedigree as both an elite distance runner and a dedicated competitive cyclist.
After ending his senior competitive career, Johnson transitioned to grassroots coaching and youth development through the Trendsetters Sports Club, working extensively with young athletes in Georgetown's Sophia community.
He remained actively involved in coaching until his death, having guided a squad of young BMX riders at an event organised by the Kaieteur Attack Cycling Club just two days earlier.
Local tributes described Johnson as a transformative mentor who committed his post-racing years to providing young people in Sophia with discipline, purpose, and a positive pathway through sport.
(PHOTO: Athletics Association of Guyana)
Johnson established the national men's 10,000m record in 2013 with a time of 31 minutes 14.14 seconds, a mark that remains unbroken, according to the AAG.
Over a distinguished career spanning track and road racing, he represented Guyana across the Caribbean and further afield.
In a tribute, the Athletics Association of Guyana said Johnson left behind "a remarkable legacy of endurance, perseverance and sporting excellence", describing his long-standing record as a testament to his exceptional talent and dedication.
The Ministry of Culture, Youth and Sport also paid tribute to Johnson, noting his multi-sport pedigree as both an elite distance runner and a dedicated competitive cyclist.
After ending his senior competitive career, Johnson transitioned to grassroots coaching and youth development through the Trendsetters Sports Club, working extensively with young athletes in Georgetown's Sophia community.
He remained actively involved in coaching until his death, having guided a squad of young BMX riders at an event organised by the Kaieteur Attack Cycling Club just two days earlier.
Local tributes described Johnson as a transformative mentor who committed his post-racing years to providing young people in Sophia with discipline, purpose, and a positive pathway through sport.
(PHOTO: Athletics Association of Guyana)