Athletics Vanuatu

16/06/2026

03/06/2026

Athletics Tafea Completes Refresher Training Ahead of TISSA Games

Athletics Tafea has successfully conducted a two-day refresher training program for teachers in preparation for the upcoming TISSA Games. The training focused on equipping teachers with practical knowledge and officiating skills, ensuring they are ready to guide and train students during the competition. The training was led by Mr. Moses Kamut, the current 100m record holder and Tafea Sports Development Officer. His expertise brought both inspiration and practical guidance to the sessions, ensuring participants gained valuable knowledge in preparation for the upcoming competitions.

Congratulations to Athletics Tafea for organizing and delivering this important refresher course.

25/05/2026

Athletics Vanuatu wishes to express its sincere appreciation to Rod Foley and his family for their generous donation of track shoes and vests.

Your support directly strengthens the development of our athletes and contributes to creating more opportunities for young talent across Vanuatu. Acts of kindness like yours help build a stronger, more inclusive athletics community and inspire our athletes to keep striving for excellence.

From the AV family to yours, thank you for believing in our mission and investing in the future of Vanuatu athletics. Your contribution will make a meaningful difference on and off the track. Your kindness reminds our athletes that the wider athletics family believes in them and their potential. Thank you for standing with us and investing in their journey.

21/05/2026

Claudie David Wins Vanuatu’s First Gold at the Oceania Athletics Championships
History has been made in Darwin. Claudie David has secured Vanuatu’s first gold medal of the 2026 Oceania Athletics Championships, powering to victory in the U20 Women’s 100 m in 12.77 sec.

This achievement is even more meaningful considering her recent return from injury.

Other Strong Performances Across the Team
Alongside Claudie’s gold‑medal run, the rest of the Vanuatu squad delivered impressive results, with several athletes achieving sessions bests on the regional stage:

Jimmy Jenika (U20 Men’s 100 m) — 11.77 sec (PB)
A confident performance from a young athlete who continues to improve with every meet.

Philip Nausian (Senior Men’s 100 m) — 11.22 sec (SB), (Senior Men's 200m) - 22.91 sec (SB)
A breakthrough run that shows Philip is building after returning from injury.

Chloe David (Senior Women’s 100 m) — 12.70 sec (SB)
A composed and technically strong race, marking her sessions best time this year.

Claudie David (Senior Women’s 100 m) — 12.79 sec
Backing up her U20 gold with another solid performance in the senior category

The team’s campaign isn’t over yet. Jimmy Jenika will return to the track tomorrow for the U20 Men’s 400 m, the final event for Vanuatu at these championships.

19/05/2026

Bronze for coach Jo Dy @ Hammer throw for Masters category 46 years old. Congratulations coach David Merrick.

18/05/2026

Opening ceremony of the OAA Championship. . Australia.

18/05/2026

These young athletes are indeed fortunate — moments like this don’t happen often, and they carry a significance that goes far beyond a simple photo opportunity.

Meeting the President of World Athletics is more than an honour; it’s a powerful reminder that the global athletics community sees potential in emerging nations and young talents like these. Encounters like this can ignite ambition, strengthen confidence, and show athletes that their dreams are not only valid but visible on the world stage.

It also reflects positively on Athletics Vanuatu’s growing presence. When leaders at the highest level take time to engage with our athletes, it signals respect for the work being done at home — the training, the discipline, the sacrifices, and the federation’s commitment to development.

For the athletes themselves, this kind of interaction can become a lifelong motivator. It tells them that they belong in these international spaces, that their journey is recognised, and that the pathway from Vanuatu to the world is real and achievable.

15/05/2026

Team Vanuatu Departs for Australia

Today, Team Vanuatu travels to Darwin, Australia, to compete in the prestigious Oceania Athletics Championships. Representing the Vanuatu are:

Philipe Nausian – 100m/200 sprinter

Jimmy Philip Jenika – U20 400m/200 runner

Chloe and Claudie David – sisters traveling from Fiji to join the team

David Merrick – serving as team coach at the Oceania Athletics Association (OAA) Championship

The Championships will provide valuable experience, especially for our younger athletes, as they prepare for future competitions including the Commonwealth Games. With strong determination and national pride, Team Vanuatu is ready to make its mark.

We wish them safe travels and every success in Darwin.