For many runners, the Sagicor Sigma Run is a personal commitment to health and giving back.

For Richard Nugent, Doran Dixon and Mark Lindsay, participation carries a deeper meaning shaped by consistency and choice.

All over the age of 60, two of the men have taken part in the race for nearly every staging, while the third has participated for the past three years, a routine that has become something he looks forward to each year.

Their involvement stands out in an event often dominated by younger athletes, adding to the race’s legacy by showing that dedication, service and purpose remain strong with age, while at the same time reflecting the idea behind ‘The Good You Give‘ movement by Malta.

He describes the race as representing consistency. Each year becomes an opportunity to measure growth, not just in speed but in endurance and commitment. His improvement is a reminder that progress does not stop with age, and that personal goals can exist alongside giving back.

Doran Dixon: Running for education and cause

With the run’s focus directed toward schools, Dixon said the cause felt close to home. A lifelong educator, he has spent most of his career serving teachers and students across Jamaica. He currently works at the Jamaica Teachers’ Association as assistant secretary general for property and business services and has also served twice as president of the association.

“Sagicor has supported teachers for many years,” Doran noted, adding that the foundation has assisted educators in several areas. Crossing the finish line in 57:35, He described his participation as a way of standing with a cause that has shaped his professional life.

Mark Lindsay: Running for community recovery

Mark believes initiatives like the Sigma Run provide an important avenue for people to give back, especially as some communities continue to recover from hardship.

He stated that “While things may appear normal on the surface, many people in western Jamaica are still struggling and will need continued support to truly get back on their feet.”

“Any amount of help that can be given must be given,” he said. Mark completed this year’s race in 44:31.

Though their reasons differ, from personal growth, professional connection, or community concern, all three men share a common belief that small individual actions can contribute to something bigger.