# Namibian Wrestlers Win 22 Medals at SA Youth Champs

> Namibian wrestlers claim 22 medals at South African Youth National Championships.
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- Summary: Namibian wrestlers claim 22 medals at South African Youth National Championships. Namibian youth wrestlers won 10 gold, 5 silver, and 7 bronze medals at the…
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## Namibian Youth Wrestlers Excel
Namibian youth wrestlers won 10 gold, 5 silver, and 7 bronze medals at the South African Youth National Championships in Cape Town.
## NWF Highlights Training Success
The Namibian Wrestling Federation said the results reflect the hard work, commitment, and consistent training of wrestlers and their coaches.
## Long-Term Athlete Development Focus
The NWF emphasized long-term athlete development, noting competition exposure builds confident, experienced, and resilient athletes.
## Appreciation for South African Federation
The NWF thanked the South African Wrestling Federation for hosting a well-organized championship and welcoming Namibian wrestlers.
## Referees Recognized for International Growth
The NWF praised referees Alvaro Eixab and Erika Theron for representing Namibia internationally and advancing their skills.
## Team Support Critical for Success
The NWF thanked coaches, team management, parents, guardians, clubs, and supporters for contributing to the championship tour.
## Medal Breakdown by Age Group
U8: Pieter van Niekerk (gold); Haiki Haimbanga (bronze). U9: George Haimbodi (gold, bronze), Liam Slabber (gold). U10: Immanuel Kaamukulwa (2 x gold); Frans du Rand (silver), Matheus Pauls (silver). U11: Nathan Vleermuis (2 x silver). U13: Twakulilwa Haimbodi (gold, bronze). U15: Arno Maritz (bronze). Women: Jasmine Gawases (2 x gold); Elle Hansen (2 x gold), Laura Theron (silver, bronze); Amalia Venonya (2 x bronze).
## Key takeaway

Namibian youth wrestlers won 10 gold, 5 silver, and 7 bronze medals at the South African Youth National Championships in Cape Town.