Glaetzer Heads to Paris Olympics, Hewett Excels in Pole Vault

Deanna Kennedy

2024-07-19T05:02:03

Matthew Glaetzer, a dedicated Bachelor of Health Science student at UniSA has been selected to represent Australia in track cycling at the upcoming 2024 Paris Olympics. This will mark Glaetzer's fourth appearance at the Olympic Games, where he will vie for glory in the fiercely competitive team sprint event on the velodrome track.

Glaetzer, renowned for his speed and technical prowess, embodies the pinnacle of athletic achievement.

The cycling track events are scheduled to take place from August 5th to 11th, 2024, at the prestigious Saint-Quentin-en-Yvelines National Velodrome in Montigny-le-Bretonneux, promising exhilarating action and fierce competition.

Meanwhile, fellow UniSA student Tryphena Hewett, pursuing a Bachelor of Design (Illustration and Animation), has made significant strides in the world of athletics. Hewett recently showcased her prowess on the international stage, securing notable achievements in pole vault competitions.

At the Busan International Pole Vault Meet held on June 9th and 10th in South Korea, Hewett soared to second place with an impressive vault of 4.10 metres. Her stellar performance continued at the Coast to Coast Athletics Meet on July 12th in Runaway Bay, Gold Coast, Queensland, where she clinched the top spot with a vault of 4.0 metres.

Both Glaetzer and Hewett are part of the UniSA Sport Athlete Development Program, which supports elite athletes in balancing their academic and sporting careers. Glaetzer's stellar achievements have also been recognised within the UniSA community, as he was honoured as Male Athlete of the Year for UniSA Sport in 2017, 2018, and 2023, highlighting his consistency on the track for a sustained period of time.

As Glaetzer gears up for his fourth Olympics and Hewett continues to ascend in the ranks of international pole vaulting, all eyes are on these inspiring athletes as they strive for excellence in their respective sports.

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