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He is the second-born son of Joseph Ilovi, the AK youth development secretary who has managed the teams to many international championships.
Little known athlete Solomon Mutisya Mutuku is plotting big ahead of facing a strong field at the upcoming Africa U18/20 championships in Ndola, Zambia from Saturday, April 29 to Wednesday, May 3.
It will be Mutuku’s first time representing the country and he is optimistic of posting good results over the men’s 3000m Steeplechase under-20 race.
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ATHLETICS Barnaba Korir tips Kenyan youngsters to flourish at Africa Junior Championships
The event is scheduled for April 29 to 3 in Ndola, Zambia.
“Kenya has strong athletes and I was able to compete during the trials and win. When I go to Zambia, I want to replicate that performance or even perform much better. I want to go and work hard and bring something good home,” Mutuku said.
During the national trials held at the Nyayo National Stadium on April 7 and 8, Mutuku obliterated a strong field to win the 3000m SC race in 8:50.39 ahead of Emmanuel Wafula who settled for second place in 8:51.36.
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ATHLETICS Barnaba Korir: Why the Africa U18/20 Championships are important for the youngsters
The continental show is scheduled for April 29 to May 3 in Lusaka, Zambia.
After the win, Mutuku expressed his excitement about getting a direct ticket to the continental show.
“The race has been good…I have not faced any challenges. My goal was to come here and win and I am happy. Going forward, I want to listen to the coach’s advice so I can bring home a medal,” he said.
He is the second-born son of Joseph Ilovi, AK youth development secretary who has managed the teams to many international championships.
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ATHLETICS Youngster Damaris Mutunga yearning for a slot in the senior category at the World Championships
Mutunga will be Kenya's sole representative in the 200m and 400m at the Africa Junior Championships.
Mutuku trains at the Ndumbe Athletics Camp in Mbumbuni, Machakos County under the tutelage of coach Peter Muteti.
The junior athletes are expected to leave the country on Thursday, April 27 for the continental show.
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