McMaster was appointed Officer of the Order of the British Empire (OBE) within the 2024 New 12 months Honours for providers to sport within the BVI.
The 26-year-old athlete who specialised within the 400-meter hurdles received the British Virgin Islands’ first-ever Commonwealth Video games medal after inserting 1st within the 400m hurdles on the Gold Coast 2018 Video games in Australia. This was within the aftermath of the 2017 devastating hurricane, which destroyed houses, livelihoods, and all coaching services. The hurricane additionally sadly claimed the lifetime of McMaster’s coach and mentor, Coach Xavier “Dag” Samuels.
McMaster has since gone on to win the Diamond League twice and obtain one other Commonwealth gold on the Birmingham 2022 Video games. He completed second on the 2023 World Monitor and Subject Championships in Budapest, incomes a silver medal. This was the first-ever medal for the British Virgin Islands at this championship occasion.
On visits dwelling, McMaster dedicates his time to supporting younger individuals, utilizing his personal experiences rising up on Tortola to share classes realized. He additionally champions grassroots sports activities, working with the Ministry of Training, Tradition, Youth Affairs and Sports activities to make sure it will get the funding wanted.
Assertion from BVI Governor
In a press release, the BVI John Rankind congratulated McMaster on receiving the respect.
“I’m delighted that this award has been made in recognition of Kyron’s excellent achievements and unparalleled service to the Virgin Islands. Together with his two Commonwealth Gold Medals and World Champion Silver Medal, Kyron has positioned BVI on the sporting map the world over and given trigger for nationwide celebration even in a number of the most difficult instances within the aftermath of the 2017 hurricane. Off the observe, Kyron continues to encourage, utilizing his personal expertise to encourage younger college students and athletes. I supply my warmest congratulations to Kyron.”
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