Ghanaian high jumper, Evans Yamoah Cadman, stole the show at the University of Ghana Stadium as he soared to a remarkable gold medal victory in the men’s high jump event on the final day of athletics at the ongoing African Games.

Supported by an enthusiastic crowd, including students from his alma mater, the University of Ghana, Cadman displayed exceptional skill and determination as he cleared a height of 2.23m, securing the top spot on the podium ahead of Morocco’s Hammouda Saad and South Africa’s Benjamin Links Mpho.

This achievement marked a new Personal Best for the final year student at the University of Central Missouri.

Cadman’s performance was nothing short of impressive. After breezing through heights, starting from 2.05m, he effortlessly cleared the bar six times, needing only one jump for all but one height.

The title was clinched at 2.23m, where both Saad and Mpho faltered while Cadman soared over the bar on his third attempt, celebrating in iconic fashion with a ‘siuuuu’ gesture reminiscent of football star Cristiano Ronaldo. The stadium erupted in celebration as Cadman basked in the glory of his victory, engaging with the ecstatic fans.

Although he attempted 2.25m, Cadman was unable to clear the height in three tries.

Ghana’s success continued on the track, with Joseph Paul Amoah securing the 200m title earlier in the day. With Cadman’s gold, Ghana completed a high jump double, with Rose Yebaoh also clinching gold in the women’s event.