Lariba Sakat Juliana Makes History at the NJCAA Indoor Championships
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Ghanaian top-rated athlete Lariba Sakat Juliana has made a historic impact at her debut appearance in the 2025 NJCAA Division I Indoor Championships, held at the TTU Sports Performance Center in Lubbock, Texas, USA. A freshman at Iowa Western Community College in Iowa State, Juliana demonstrated remarkable dominance on the track, securing multiple national titles in an extraordinary performance.
Day 1: A Dominant Start
Juliana Sakat began her campaign in stellar fashion, winning the NJCAA Division I Women’s Indoor 5000m title with an impressive time of 16:56.56. Her outstanding endurance and strategic racing saw her finish well ahead of the competition.
In addition to her individual success, she played a crucial role in her team’s performance in the distance medley relay (DMR), where Iowa Western Community College secured a second-place finish with a time of 11:49.90.
Continuing her incredible form, Juliana claimed her second national title by winning the NJCAA Division I Women’s Indoor 3000m in a time of 9:35.93, solidifying her status as one of the standout athletes of the competition.
Day 2: More Titles and a Historic Achievement
Juliana’s dominance continued on the second day of the championships as she secured her third national title, winning the NJCAA Division I Women’s Indoor Mile with a remarkable time of 4:49.18.
She further cemented her legacy by adding another gold medal in the Women’s 1000m, clocking 2:55.84, making it her fourth individual title of the championship.
Her exceptional performances contributed significantly to Iowa Western Community College’s overall triumph, as they clinched the 2025 NJCAA Division I Women’s Indoor National Championship title.
A Record-Breaking Debut
Juliana Sakat’s achievements at the 2025 NJCAA Indoor Championships mark a historic milestone in her career. Winning four national titles in her debut season is a testament to her immense talent, dedication, and hard work.
Her success not only brings pride to Ghanaian athletics but also highlights her as a rising star in middle- and long-distance running on the international stage. With such a remarkable start to her collegiate career, the future looks incredibly bright for Lariba Sakat Juliana.