KiDz HuB Media Network Wraps Milestone Coverage of the 129th Penn Relays with Record Impact and International Youth Voices

PHILADELPHIA, PA – April 30, 2025 — On the heels of a groundbreaking and highly successful media coverage of the 129th running of the Penn Relays, KiDz HuB Media Network proudly celebrates its 13th year covering the world’s largest and oldest track and field carnival. With over 113,000 attendees across three days at Franklin Field, and a record 15,000+ athletes from more than 600 schools, colleges, and national teams. The carnival atmosphere was not just about speed and medals—it was about voice, culture, and legacy.

At the heart of it all were the voices of the next generation, amplified through KiDz HuB’s Junior Broadcasters who reported, interviewed, and captured the essence of the carnival live - in video format and on the newly relaunched KiDz HuB LIVE station. This year’s media initiative aligned with KiDz HuB’s 15th Anniversary Celebration, marking a milestone of over 30,000 youth trained globally in media and communication.

🇯🇲 Jamaica to Philly: Youth Broadcasters Take the Global Stage

Two standout school teams from Jamaica joined the KiDz HuB contingent this year, making history with their presence and poise as KiDz HuB Junior Broadcasters:

Constant Spring Primary & Infant School

• Heather Johnson – Staff Coordinator

• Annabelle Clarke, Jaylee Foster, and Ashley-Kate Pinnock – Junior Broadcasters

Portmore Missionary Preparatory School

• Hylton-Fraser – Principal & Volunteer

• Danielle Green – KiDz HuB PMPS Media Klub Staff Coordinator

• Rochelle Bramwell – Parent Partner & Volunteer

• Junior Broadcasters:

  • Amadeo Fraser

  • Tyler Osbourne

  • Aleah Bramwell

  • Annyssa Waugh

  • Christina Magnus

  • Alayna Wilson

Their on-the-ground coverage, thoughtful interviews, and real-time reporting were broadcast live and later featured across KiDz HuB’s digital platforms—giving the world a peek through the eyes of young, passionate storytellers.

Production Powerhouse Behind the Mic & Lens

Behind every successful show is a powerhouse production team, and this year, KiDz HuB brought together some of the best. The KiDz HuB Production Team ensured that every soundbite, livestream, and interview ran smoothly:

• Orlando “Uncle Lanze” Dillon – Founder & Executive Director

• Kirk Swaby – Editor-in-Chief & Board Member

• Jeweleen Kathay - KiDz HuB Penn Logistics Coordinator

• Jhon-Marc Prince – Content Manager and Media Mentor

• Ramon Mitchell – Technical Lead

• Jeweleen Kathay - KiDz HuB Penn Logistics Coordinator

• Garvin Gray - Lead Cameraman

• Donahue Dixon - Cameraman

• Kyle-Anthony Hay – Live Broadcast Editor

• Andrew Ruiz -  Live Broadcast Editor

• Dr. Shelley Dillon - Concierge and Hospitality/Volunteer

• Lucas Dillon - Teleprompter Operator and Games Coordinator

• William Gaines – A2 & Setup Support

• Elsie Koo – KiDz HuB Board Member, Welcome Party Host

• Nickiesha Radway – Board Member, Hospitality Support

  
  

The weekend also marked 13 years of partnership with Team Jamaica Bickle (TJB), a foundational pillar of KiDz HuB’s presence at the Penn Relays. TJB’s ongoing support of Caribbean athletes and youth empowerment initiatives continues to resonate deeply with KiDz HuB’s mission of "Giving Youth a Global Voice."

Sponsor Support

This year’s coverage was made possible through generous support from FX Audio Visual, Audio-Technica, vMix, BigVU, Pix11, News Nation, and SnapZOne East Brunswick, as well as numerous individual donors and KiDz HuB partners worldwide.

Looking Ahead

With the successful relaunch of KiDz HuB LIVE, growing international partnerships, and expanding youth-led content creation, the future of youth media is vibrant and loud. Plans are already underway to expand the Penn Life Podcast, launch new shows, and welcome more young broadcasters into the KiDz HuB family.

As Orlando “Uncle Lanze” Dillon shared during the awards presentation at the historic Palestra, “We’re not just covering races, we’re giving youth tools to add to their toolbox to represent themselves — with purpose, passion, and a mic in hand.”

About KiDz HuB Media Network:Founded in 2010, KiDz HuB is a global nonprofit media platform training youth to become junior broadcasters, storytellers, and responsible media creators. With over 30,000 youth trained across more than 10 countries, KiDz HuB continues to amplify youth voices through radio, TV, podcasting, and live event coverage.

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