Our People
The Team Behind
Team Jamaica Bickle
For over 30 years, these dedicated individuals have worked tirelessly to support Caribbean athletes on the world stage.
Founder & Executive Director
Irwine Clare Sr.
"Our Athletes, Our Ambassadors."
Irwine Clare Sr. is the visionary founder of Team Jamaica Bickle, an organization he established over 30 years ago with a singular mission: to ensure that Jamaican athletes competing at the Penn Relays had the support, dignity, and care they deserved.
Born in Jamaica and deeply rooted in the Caribbean community of New York, Irwine recognized a gap — talented young athletes arriving in Philadelphia with no hospitality, no medical support, and no home away from home. He set out to change that.
Under his leadership, TJB has grown from a grassroots hospitality effort into a comprehensive athlete support organization, running programs that span medical care, nutrition, education, and community engagement. His tireless advocacy for athlete welfare has earned him recognition from governments, sports federations, and communities across the Caribbean diaspora.
Irwine's philosophy is simple: 'Our Athletes, Our Ambassadors.' He believes that when you invest in young people, you invest in the future of an entire nation.
Board Member & Legal Counsel
Lancelot L. Clarke
"Sport is one of the most powerful vehicles for personal development and national pride."
Lancelot L. Clarke brings decades of legal expertise and community leadership to Team Jamaica Bickle. As a trusted board member and legal counsel, he has been instrumental in shaping the organization's governance, partnerships, and long-term strategic direction.
A distinguished attorney with deep ties to the Caribbean-American community, Lancelot has championed causes that uplift youth and celebrate Caribbean culture throughout his career. His commitment to TJB reflects a broader dedication to ensuring that organizations serving the community operate with integrity, transparency, and purpose.
Lancelot has been a steady hand in navigating the legal and organizational complexities that come with running a nonprofit of TJB's scale and reach. His counsel has helped the organization forge meaningful partnerships with sponsors, government entities, and international sports bodies.
Beyond his professional contributions, Lancelot is a passionate advocate for the athletes TJB serves — believing firmly that sport is one of the most powerful vehicles for personal development and national pride.
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