Icela Swaby
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- Hometown:
- Jamaica
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- Year:
- Freshman
Bio
Icela Swaby
Freshman | Women’s Track & Field / Cross Country
Events: 800m, 1500m, 2000m Steeplechase
Hometown: Jamaica
High School: Holmwood Technical High School
Parent: Shareca McNeil
Intended Major: Nursing
Born May 16, 2006, Icela Swaby is a freshman competing for the South Plains College women’s cross country and track and field programs in the 2025–2026 season. She specializes in the 800m, 1500m, and 2000m steeplechase.
A graduate of Holmwood Technical High School in Jamaica, Icela was a standout middle-distance runner. She placed 4th in the 2000m steeplechase at the 2025 Champs, showcasing her talent on one of the biggest high school stages in the Caribbean.
At South Plains College, Icela is pursuing a degree in Nursing with the goal of becoming a Registered Nurse (RN). Her long-term ambition is to build a career in healthcare while continuing to pursue her passion for running.
News mentions
South Plains College Women’s Track and Field has officially punched its ticket to the national stage, securing 31 qualifying marks as the Lady Texans prepare for the Outdoor National Championships in Hobbs, New Mexico.
South Plains College Track and Field delivered an impressive showing at the Masked Rider Open on March 26 in Lubbock, highlighted by multiple event wins and a growing list of national qualifying marks.
The South Plains College Lady Texans continued their indoor campaign at the Jarvis Scott Invite hosted by Texas Tech University, turning in multiple top finishes while solidifying their national-qualifying marks with one meet remaining before the Indoor National Championships.
The South Plains College Lady Texans competed in their second indoor meet of the season at the Stan Scott Invite and turned in another strong performance with several top finishes and national-qualifying marks.