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Riley Barton at the South Island Olympic Weightlifting New Zealand competition in Christchurch
 
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Riley places second at Olympic Weightlifting comp

Abbe West —

Riley Barton Y10, had a successful trip to Christchurch earlier this term, placing second in the South Island Olympic Weightlifting New Zealand for the combined Men's 67kg weight class. The boy who won was 18 years and Riley is only 14 years so it is a massive achievement!

Riley Barton pictured on the right with his silver medal.  — Image by: Supplied

Riley is putting in the mahi and is aiming to compete in the inter-school competition in Wellington in September.

Well done Riley!