Samoan Weightlifter Seine Stowers Smashes Records, Wins Four Golds on 18th Birthday

The Post-Courier celebrates a remarkable birthday achievement for Samoan weightlifter Seine Stowers. On her 18th birthday, Stowers delivered an extraordinary performance at the 2026 Universal Weightlifting Championship, securing four gold medals and shattering 12 new records. Competing in the Junior Women's Snatch and Clean & Jerk events, she showcased exceptional strength and dedication. Her success in the 77kg category, where she lifted an impressive 112kg in the Snatch and 142kg in the Clean and Jerk, places her significantly ahead of competitors. This victory not only honors her personal milestone but also continues the proud legacy of her sister, Feagaiga Stowers, also a decorated weightlifter for Samoa. The General Secretary of the Oceania and Commonwealth Weightlifting Federation, Paul Coffa, lauded her record-breaking feats and predicted a gold medal at next year's Commonwealth Games in Glasgow. Stowers' achievement is a moment of immense pride for Samoa, demonstrating the dedication and talent emerging from the nation and inspiring aspiring athletes.

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I feel very pleased and happy that my daughter achieved this huge accomplishment. Seine is continuing Feagaigas’ legacy and we do not hold her back whenever she prepares for upcoming games.