The South American Flame arrived and illuminated the talent in West Panama

The torch of the South American Youth Games Panama 2026 arrived in the streets of La Chorrera, where a large number of children and athletes showed up for this lighting ceremony and relay that represents the strength of sport, education, and sustainability. Our mascot “Anton” set foot on Chorreran soil, where he enjoyed being with […]
Everything is ready for the ball to start rolling in Women’s football

The women’s national teams of Colombia, Paraguay, Venezuela, and the host nation, Panama, are ready to take the field at the IV South American Youth Games Panama 2026. The squads from these nations arrive on Panamanian soil ready to shine with their talent and proudly represent their countries. A true mission in the development pathway […]
With her sights set on her first race: Panamanian athlete Katielis Villamil

Originally from Río Hato, in the province of Coclé, she is Katielis Villamil, a track and field athlete who will be present at the IV South American Youth Games Panama 2026. The athlete from Coclé spoke about the journey to qualify for these games: “The pre-selection was very difficult, because there are only 10 spots […]
2026 Panama U-17 Pan American Olympic Wrestling Championship

On the morning of April 2, the Pan American U-17 Olympic Wrestling Championship was held in Panama, featuring youth athletes from 20 countries. The Luis “Matador” Tejada High Performance Center served as the venue that brought together athletes from across the continent, who—after months of preparation—stepped onto the mats and demonstrated determination in each bout, […]
Valentina Barrios y José Gonzalez: promising athletes in Colombian Sports

The talent pipeline in South America continues to grow. This time, we head to Barranquilla, Colombia, the birthplace of Valentina Barrios, a javelin throw athlete and currently ranked #17 in the women’s javelin world rankings. The 22-year-old from Barranquilla has written new chapters in the history of javelin in Colombia. Among her achievements are a […]





















