Through Mabonga’s time at Central Southland College she established herself as one of the country’s more talented young jumpers. Alsop ended up making the move to the United States in 2014 on a college scholarship. Eventually, the kid from Otautau signed with the Southern Methodist University [SMU]. Chasing 19 other people, the standard is quite incredible.”John Hawkins Atipa Mabonga and Lance Smith pictured together in 2014. Although she is quick to point out that not everyone who heads to the United States will do so on a full scholarship.

Source: Stuff June 11, 2022 03:49 UTC