Ghanaian high jump gold medalist Yamoah Cadman eyes Olympic spot
Ghanaian high jump gold medalist Evans Yamoah Cadman is filled with determination as he looks forward to the Paris 2024 Olympic Games, aiming to secure a spot in the prestigious event.
Yamoah Cadman captured the hearts of fans at the University of Ghana Stadium by clinching a remarkable gold medal in the men’s high jump event on the final day of athletics during the 2023 African Games.
The former University of Ghana student achieved a height of 2.23m, securing the gold ahead of competitors such as Morocco’s Hammouda Saad and South Africa’s Benjamin Links Mpho.
Despite his victory, Cadman fell short of the Olympic qualification standard of 2.33m.
Nevertheless, with a few months remaining until the quadrennial event in Paris, the high jumper remains optimistic about his chances of qualifying for the games.
“2.23m to 2.33m is quite there but if my waistline is able to get to 2.33m, what’s the probability that I cannot go over the bar when I am actually jumping? 2.33m is not a big deal but it’s going to take a lot of preparations to get myself there.”
“It’s all about the mental ability. With my coach we’ve been able to jump higher mentally so it’s just up to me to execute it,” Yamoah stated in an interview with 3Sports.
If Cadman ultimately secures a place in the Olympic Games, he would make history as the first male high jumper to represent Ghana at the Olympics.
His achievement would not only be a personal milestone but also a significant moment for Ghanaian athletics, showcasing the country’s growing prowess and potential on the global stage.
