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Isaiah Benjamin Shines for the Virgin Islands at Bogotá U20 Pan American Games

Isaiah Benjamin proudly represented the Virgin Islands at the Under-20 Pan American Games in Bogotá, Colombia, competing in the High Jump against some of the region’s top young athletes. Isaiah delivered a strong performance, finishing 8th overall with a jump of 1.80 meters, matching his season’s best.

Isaiah Benjamin (Submitted photo)

The event, held at the high-altitude capital of Colombia, brought together elite competitors from across the Americas. Isaiah’s achievement marks a proud moment for Virgin Islands athletics, highlighting the territory’s presence in global youth competition. His journey to Bogotá and his performance there serve as inspiration for aspiring athletes back home.

Congratulations to Isaiah Benjamin for representing the Virgin Islands with excellence and heart. The future looks bright!

VIOC’s dedication has played a vital role in empowering our athletes, enhancing our development programs, and enabling meaningful international representation—most recently at the U20 Pan American in Bogota, Colombia.

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