12 Oceania Race Walking Judges Complete World Athletics Race Walking Judging Bronze Evaluations

Throughout the last months of 2024, over 350 candidates from 60 countries took the World Athletics Race Walking Judge Exams, with Oceania Athletics Association (OAA) officials excelling once again on the global stage. 12 Officials earning the Bronze level certification for Race Walk judging

Twelve Oceania officials earned Bronze Level certifications in Race Walk Judging, showcasing the strength of race-walking officiating in the region. Australian recipients of this certification include Maxine Lindsay, Kim Mottrom, Lorraine Morgan, Stuart Cooper, Sue Sundstrom, Shane Bicknell, Cliff Bernard, Kathleen Marsh, Shane Pearson, Carmen Sims, and David Moore. Phillip Du Toit added to New Zealand’s Race Walk judging pool by earning his Bronze Level certification.

OAA Development Manager Regan Kama, “Congratulations to all the candidates who have successfully completed the WARECS Bronze Race Walking Judge evaluation! Your commitment and dedication throughout the evaluation process have been commendable. We deeply appreciate the patience and perseverance shown by all the Race Walking Judges, especially during the busy Christmas period. We look forward to supporting you as you continue your refereeing journey. Thank you!”

These achievements demonstrate OAA’s dedication to raising the standard of Athletics officiating in the Area. By expanding and enhancing their pool of world-class judging expertise, Oceania’s officials ensure fair and accurate competition, fostering growth and success for race walking and Athletics throughout the region.

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