# Athletics: Short distance sprinter Bayanda Walaza’s coach Thabo Matebedi has told SABC Sport that Walaza’s nomination for the Youth-Junior Sport Star of the Year award reflects his remarkable consistency over the past three years. The 19-year-old sprint sensation has clocked multiple sub-ten-seconds, qualified for the World Senior Championships in the 100-metres and 200-metres, and contributed to South Africa’s four-by-100-metres relay team. Matebedi praises Walaza’s sustained performance, citing his medals at the World Student Games and standout European circuit results this season.
Athletics: Bayanda Walaza SA Sports Awards nomination highlights consistency