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Born to Marathon School of Athletics (BTMSOA) is a non-profit organization dedicated to developing athletes who excel at national, regional, and international levels. Our comprehensive program combines physical and theoretical training, focusing on both athletic excellence and holistic development. Athletes participate in sessions three times a week, designed to enhance their skills and prepare them for competitions.
BTMSOA goes beyond athletics by offering nutrition education, life skills training through activities like agriculture, and homework assistance for in-school athletes. We believe in nurturing well-rounded individuals who are not only successful athletes but also responsible, healthy, and educated members of society.
Our commitment to global exposure is evident in our exchange programs with countries such as South Africa, Japan, Italy, and Kenya. These programs broaden our athletes’ perspectives, offering them valuable experiences that contribute to their growth both on and off the field. At BTMSOA, we are passionate about empowering our athletes to reach their full potential and make a lasting impact in the world of sports.
To be an exceptional and timely producer of athletes with outstanding leadership stamina, globally.
To diligently and consistently scout and develop talent in prospective athletes and athletes in disadvantaged communities without stigma, within world-class standards, and with due care for the environment
SELF-SUSTAINABILITY
We are tirelessly seeking to be an independent organization
PUNCTUALITY
We are diligent in whatever we do and on time.
INTEGRITY
We fulfil all our commitments.
DETERMINATION
We embrace challenges positively; solve problems with purpose and resilience.
EXCELLENCE
We focus on quality and not quantity.
RESPONSIBILITY
We are accountable for our thoughts, actions, behavior, and work.
“The spider skillfully grasps with its hands, and it is in kings' palaces.” (Proverbs 30:28)
Founder and Head Coach, and SITARIKO BETHA, Co-Founder and World Elite Athlete.
SITARIKO JACK (Coach Star) is a former United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA), World Health Organization (W.H.O.), and Elizabeth Glaser’s Paediatric (EGPAF) Field Officer in Zimbabwe, giving him vast experience working with diversified and disadvantaged communities. He has more than 20 years of experience as a successful long and middle-distance athlete on a national, regional, and international note. Coach Star is also a former High School Athletics Coach and teacher in a farm setup, further widening his knowledge and skills in working with young talented youths in sport. He is the former Secretary General for Zimbabwe National Athletes’ Commission and a certified Athletics Coach by Zimbabwe Olympic Committee. Coach Star also holds a World Athletics(WA) Coaching Course Level 1 Certificate. Having spent much of his life in the disadvantaged farm setup of Mazoe Citrus Estates in Zimbabwe, and also being a representative of young people as a Junior Minister in the Parliament of Zimbabwe, humanitarian development (much of the youths) is at the core of his life.
Sitariko Betha is a world elite middle and long-distance athlete. Betha has been into athletics since a tender age. Having grown up in a rural set in Seke Kandava, Betha defied the odds and stood to be an inspiring world champion. 10 years ago, still being a Secondary School student, she became a professional athlete. To date, Betha has represented Zimbabwe on national, regional, and international platforms with such key events as The Victoria Falls Marathon, Region 5 Under 20 Youth Games, Copenhagen Half Marathon, South Africa’s Two Oceans Marathon, Spar Grand Prix, ABSA Series, only to name a few. Currently, Betha is one of the reigning champions of South African Athletics, being based in the Western Province, as a permanent licensed athlete in Atlantic Athletic Club (AAC) of Cape Town. She is a passionate advocate for the girl child, having drawn experience working with the Young People’s Network led by the National Aids Council of Zimbabwe. Jack and Betha are married, devoted Christians, and loving parents to one biological daughter, Bernice Chikondi Sitariko.
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