Africa-Press – Namibia. Team Namibia is celebrating a strong showing at the African U18 Athletics Championships in Nigeria, with standout performances bringing home multiple medals.
Golden Moment for Weitz
Marike Weitz, a learner from Windhoek Gymnasium, delivered a stellar performance in the girls’ shot put, claiming gold with a powerful throw of 16.32 metres. The rising star, coached by Christine van der Linde, had already made headlines earlier in the week after securing bronze in the discus throw with a distance of 44.84 metres.
Relay Team on the Podium
Namibia’s U18 medley relay team also stepped onto the podium, clinching a bronze medal and continuing the country’s medal-winning momentum at the championships.
Bronze for Ansune Smith
Ansune Smith, a learner from Windhoek Gymnasium, won the bronze in the Hammer Throw Girls u/18 with a distance of 47.48.
These achievements mark a proud moment for Namibian athletics, showcasing the young talent emerging on the continental stage.
Team Names:
UNDER 18
Martin Nghililewenga (Windhoek High School) 100m and 200m
Caleb Bessinger (M&K Gertze) 100m and 200m
Miheshco Mouton (Roots Gymnasium) 100m
Mat-Reece Isaaks (Windhoek Gymnasium) 1500m and 3000m
Jaco Potgieter (Edugate) 110m hurdles
Christo van Rooyen (Windhoek Afrikaanse Privaatskool) 400m hurdles
Lumé Janse van Rensburg (Paarl Gymnasium) 100m hurdles
Yoritha Delie (Windhoek Gymnasium) 400m
Marike Weitz (Windhoek Gymnasium) shot put and discus throw
Ansune Smith (Windhoek Gymnasium) hammer throw
Arizhia van der Walt (Pro-Ed Akademie) high jump
Team Manager – Madeleine Kotze
Coach – Nomin Lucas
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