Evans Yamoah Cadman has made history at the 2023 African Games by securing the gold medal in the Men’s High Jump for Ghana, showcasing his exceptional leaping prowess and culminating in an impressive performance on the continental stage.
Yamoah, alongside fellow Ghanaians Ebenezer Gyimah and Kennedy Ocansey, demonstrated outstanding skill, outclassing numerous opponents to etch his name in the annals of Ghanaian and African athletics.
Throughout the competition, Yamoah displayed remarkable consistency, clearing almost every height on his first attempt. Even at the challenging height of 2.16 meters, he exhibited resilience, eventually succeeding on his second attempt. Remarkably, he emerged as the sole athlete to clear the height of 2.23 meters, securing his well-deserved gold medal.
Despite facing stiff competition from athletes like South Africa’s Mpho Benjamin and Hammouda Saad, Yamoah’s exceptional performance propelled him to victory, capturing the attention of spectators and cementing his status as a rising star in the world of athletics.
Notably, this historic win marks the first time Ghana has clinched gold in both the Men’s and Women’s High Jump events at the African Games, with Rose Yeboah successfully defending her title in the Women’s division.
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With Yamoah’s gold medal triumph and Joseph Paul Amoah’s victory in the Men’s 200m final, Ghana’s athletics contingent has contributed significantly to the country’s overall medal tally at the Games.
Ghana’s impressive performance in athletics has bolstered its medal count, with the nation now boasting a total of 54 medals, including 14 gold, 24 silver, and 17 bronze.