Blessing Sefo
Achievements:
Blessing Sefo is New Zealand’s top-ranked U20 shot put athlete, representing Waitakere City Athletics under the guidance of coach John Eden. Competing in both shot put and discus, Blessing has dominated the national scene and is now set to compete on the global stage. His powerful performances and consistent progression have earned him a place among New Zealand’s most promising young throwers.
Blessing Sefo has proven himself as New Zealand’s best U20 shot putter, and his qualification for the World U20 Athletics Championships in Lima is a testament to his talent, hard work, and dedication. Competing on the international stage in August 2024, he represented New Zealand among the world's top young throwers.
With consistent improvements in technique and distance, Blessing is not just a national champion—he is a future contender for global success in shot put and discus. Watch this space as he continues to make history for New Zealand athletics.
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