Icela Swaby
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 health care while continuing to pursue her passion for running.
News mentions
The South Plains College Cross Country teams turned in strong performances at the Region V NJCAA Championship, held October 25th at Harry McAdams Park in Hobbs, New Mexico. Competing against some of the top programs in the region, the Texans and Lady Texans posted several personal bests and have several nationals bound.
The South Plains College women’s cross country team continued their 2025 campaign with a solid showing at the Thunderbird Open on Thursday, September 26, hosted by New Mexico Junior College. The Lady Texans placed 10th overall in a competitive field, highlighted by another strong performance from freshman Alison Guaman Tisalema.
The women’s cross country team delivered another strong performance over the weekend, highlighted by sophomore Alison Guaman’s top-5 finish.
The South Plains college women's cross country team opened their 2025 season with a determined showing at the Texas Tech Open in Lubbock on Friday, September 12, as freshman standout Alison Guaman Tisalema led the Lady Texans with a top-20 finish.