Nadia's GIANT Leap
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My name is Nadia Eke and I am a Ghanaian track and field athlete who specializes in the triple jump event. In 2014, I got a taste of the opportunity to do something beyond myself when I competed for Ghana in my first major championship -the African Championships. My success as a silver medalist in that competition opened my eyes to the reality that my athletic accomplishments were about more than just me.
After graduating Columbia University as a four-time NCAA all-American and 9- time Ivy League Champion, I was determined to make my first year out of college a breakthrough year. Despite the burden of working and training full-time in New York City, I capped off my first post collegiate season with a 40cm improvement on my personal best and the African Championship gold medal. This past season I continued to improve on my personal best which broke the Ghanaian National record once again, placed me top 30 in the world rankings, and qualified me for my biggest stage yet, the IAAF World Championship.
Even with all this success, it is apparent to me that I have indeed been training and working in one of the most expensive cities in the world. Although I have been making it work, I believe I have only seen the tip of the iceberg in terms of what I can achieve. In order to reach the next level, I need to take charge of my own success.
For this upcoming season, I have been presented with the chance of a lifetime: to train in an environment conducive to my success and development. I have been given the opportunity to work with a phenomenal coach and training group. I will be relocating from New York City in a few weeks, and I am asking for your assistance in making this transition possible. Although I plan on gaining sustainable employment when I move, I will need some financial support until I get settled. This money will be used towards:
- My coaching fee : $5500
- Chiropractic treatment (3 months): $2000
- Housing accommodation (2 months): $ 1300
- Relocation/travel expenses ( rental/towing) : $1000
- Miscellaneous expenses: $200
Most of us spend our lives preparing for our “big moments”; but until we ourselves can maximize the opportunities we have been given, we will never be able to fully unlock our potential.
I have never been afraid to take on challenges and I am always looking for the opportunity to improve on myself both as an athlete and as a member of society. With your financial support, I believe this goal can be achieved.
Please share this post, and thank you so much for your time!
After graduating Columbia University as a four-time NCAA all-American and 9- time Ivy League Champion, I was determined to make my first year out of college a breakthrough year. Despite the burden of working and training full-time in New York City, I capped off my first post collegiate season with a 40cm improvement on my personal best and the African Championship gold medal. This past season I continued to improve on my personal best which broke the Ghanaian National record once again, placed me top 30 in the world rankings, and qualified me for my biggest stage yet, the IAAF World Championship.
Even with all this success, it is apparent to me that I have indeed been training and working in one of the most expensive cities in the world. Although I have been making it work, I believe I have only seen the tip of the iceberg in terms of what I can achieve. In order to reach the next level, I need to take charge of my own success.
For this upcoming season, I have been presented with the chance of a lifetime: to train in an environment conducive to my success and development. I have been given the opportunity to work with a phenomenal coach and training group. I will be relocating from New York City in a few weeks, and I am asking for your assistance in making this transition possible. Although I plan on gaining sustainable employment when I move, I will need some financial support until I get settled. This money will be used towards:
- My coaching fee : $5500
- Chiropractic treatment (3 months): $2000
- Housing accommodation (2 months): $ 1300
- Relocation/travel expenses ( rental/towing) : $1000
- Miscellaneous expenses: $200
Most of us spend our lives preparing for our “big moments”; but until we ourselves can maximize the opportunities we have been given, we will never be able to fully unlock our potential.
I have never been afraid to take on challenges and I am always looking for the opportunity to improve on myself both as an athlete and as a member of society. With your financial support, I believe this goal can be achieved.
Please share this post, and thank you so much for your time!
Organizer
Nadia Chika
Organizer
New York, NY
