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Jana Van Schalkwyk
RSAWomenBirth dateMar 7, 2001
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Jana van Schalkwyk is a South African javelin thrower.
Key facts
Age
25 years old
As of Oct 3, 2026: Javelin Throw 57.64 (#394 all-time), 2026 season best 56.65 (Mar 6, 2026, Hoërskool Stadium, Stellenbosch (RSA)) · Last competition: African Athletics Championships, May 16, 2026, 54.36 · 25 years old
PB
Personal bests
JavelinThr
53.69
Performance Charts
Season bests
| Season | Discipline | Result | Wind | Date | Trend | Competitions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | JT | 56.65 | - | Mar 6, 2026 | ↓ | Fast Track 3 |
| 2025 | JT | 57.07 | - | Jun 12, 2025 | ↓ | NCAA Division I Outdoor Track and Field Championships, Hayward Field, Eugene, OR |
| 2024 | JT | 57.64 | - | Mar 20, 2024 | ↓ | African Games |
| 2023 | JT | 57.45 | - | Aug 3, 2023 | ↓ | FISU World University Games, Shuangliu Sports Centre, Chengdu |
| 2022 | JT | 54.49 | - | Jun 11, 2022 | ↓ | African Athletics Championships, Cote d'Or National Sports Complex, St Pierre |
| 2021 | JT | 54.02 | - | Apr 15, 2021 | ↓ | South African Championships, Bestmed Tuks Stadium, Pretoria |
| 2020 | JT | 50.38 | - | Feb 22, 2020 | ↓ | Dal Josaphat Athletics Stadium, Paarl (RSA) |
| 2019 | JT | 51.29 | - | Apr 27, 2019 | ↓ | South African Championships, Germiston |
| 2017 | JavelinThr | 53.69 | - | Jul 15, 2017 | ↓ | IAAF World U18 Championships |
| 2016 | JavelinThr | 50.63 | - | Mar 18, 2016 | ↓ | Bloemfontein (RSA) |
2026
6 performances| Discipline | Result | Wind | Date | Competitions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
JT | 54.36 | - | May 16 | African Athletics Championships |
JT | 54.77 | - | Apr 28 | Simbine Classic |
JT | 53.12 | - | Apr 18 | South African Championships |
JT | 53.12 | - | Apr 16 | South African Championships |
JT | 56.65 | - | Mar 6 | Fast Track 3 |
JT | 53.57 | - | Feb 11 | Fast Track 1 |
2025
12 performances| Discipline | Result | Wind | Date | Competitions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
JT | 56.73 | - | Jul 26 | FISU World University Games |
JT | 53.65 | - | Jul 25 | FISU World University Games |
JT | 56.73 | - | Jul 21 | FISU World University Games |
JT | 53.65 | - | Jul 21 | FISU World University Games |
JT | 57.07 | - | Jun 12 | NCAA Division I Outdoor Track and Field Championships, Hayward Field, Eugene, OR |
JT | 53.27 | - | May 28 | NCAA Division I West First Rounds, Cushing Stadium, College Station, TX |
JT | 56.24 | - | May 16 | Big Ten Outdoor Track & Field Championships, Hayward Field, Eugene, OR |
JT | 54.50 | - | Apr 17 | Mt. SAC Relays, Hilmer Lodge Stadium, Walnut, CA - Invitational Events |
JT | 55.06 | - | Apr 13 | Oklahoma Throws Series World Invitational, Millican Field at Throw Town, Ramona, OK - National Events |
JT | 55.06 | - | Apr 11 | Oklahoma Throws Series World Invitational, Millican Field at Throw Town, Ramona, OK - National Events |
JT | 56.47 | - | Mar 28 | Clyde Littlefield Texas Relays presented by Truist |
JT | 53.17 | - | Mar 7 | Beach Opener, Jack Rose Track, Long Beach, CA |
2024
10 performances| Discipline | Result | Wind | Date | Competitions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
JT | 55.14 | - | Jun 25 | African Athletics Championships |
JT | 54.49 | - | May 25 | ACNW Track & Field League 10, McArthur Stadium, Potchefstroom |
JT | 53.03 | - | May 18 | AGN League 6 |
JT | 55.37 | - | Apr 20 | South African Championships |
JT | 57.64 | - | Mar 22 | African Games |
JT | 57.64 | - | Mar 20 | African Games |
JT | 55.42 | - | Mar 6 | Boland Athletics u/16,u/18, u/20 and Seniors Trial 3, Dal Josaphat Athletics Stadium, Paarl |
JT | 53.95 | - | Feb 24 | Combined Events and Track and Field League 4, Athletics Track, Parow, Cape Town |
JT | 53.95 | - | Feb 23 | Combined Events and Track and Field League 4, Athletics Track, Parow, Cape Town |
JT | 52.21 | - | Feb 14 | Boland Athletics u/16, u/18, u/20 & Seniors Trials, Dal Josaphat Athletics Stadium, Paarl |
2023
10 performances| Discipline | Result | Wind | Date | Competitions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
JT | 57.45 | - | Aug 3 | FISU World University Games, Shuangliu Sports Centre, Chengdu |
JT | 57.45 | - | Aug 1 | FISU World University Games, Shuangliu Sports Centre, Chengdu |
JT | 54.85 | - | Aug 1 | FISU World University Games, Shuangliu Sports Centre, Chengdu |
JT | 53.55 | - | Jun 25 | Internationales LAZ Meeting/Rhede, Besagroup-Sportpark, Rhede |
JT | 54.69 | - | Jun 17 | Meeting Meilen, Allmend, Meilen |
JT | 57.38 | - | Jun 11 | Hungarian GP Series - Nyíregyháza, Nyíregyházi Atlétikai Centrum, Nyíregyháza |
JT | 53.80 | - | May 5 | USSA Track & Field Championships |
JT | 53.80 | - | May 4 | USSA Track & Field Championships |
JT | 55.75 | - | Apr 26 | ASA Athletics Grand Prix 3, McArthur Stadium, Potchefstroom - Pre-Programme |
JT | 55.45 | - | Mar 30 | South African Championships, McArthur Stadium, Potchefstroom |
2022
5 performances| Discipline | Result | Wind | Date | Competitions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
JT | 54.49 | - | Jun 12 | African Athletics Championships, Cote d'Or National Sports Complex, St Pierre |
JT | 54.49 | - | Jun 11 | African Athletics Championships, Cote d'Or National Sports Complex, St Pierre |
JT | 51.81 | - | May 5 | USSA Ch., Cape Town |
JT | 51.37 | - | Apr 23 | South African Championships, Green Point Stadium, Cape Town |
JT | 51.37 | - | Apr 21 | South African Championships, Green Point Stadium, Cape Town |
2021
4 performances| Discipline | Result | Wind | Date | Competitions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
JT | 53.03 | - | May 14 | South African University Championships, UJ Stadium, Johannesburg |
JT | 54.02 | - | Apr 15 | South African Championships, Bestmed Tuks Stadium, Pretoria |
JT | 48.70 | - | Mar 17 | Boland Atletics League 6 Meeting, Dal Josaphat Athletics Stadium, Paarl |
JT | 50.85 | - | Mar 6 | Boland Atletics League 3 Meeting, Dal Josaphat Athletics Stadium, Paarl |
2020
2 performances| Discipline | Result | Wind | Date | Competitions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
JT | 44.97 | - | Mar 4 | Boland Ch., Dal Josaphat Athletics Stadium, Paarl |
JT | 50.38 | - | Feb 22 | Boland Athletics High Schools, Youth & Juniors Ch., Dal Josaphat Athletics Stadium, Paarl |
2019
1 performance| Discipline | Result | Wind | Date | Competitions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
JT | 51.29 | - | Apr 27 | South African Championships, Germiston |
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Honours
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2026South African Championships
Javelin Throw
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2026African Athletics Championships
Javelin Throw
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2025FISU World University Games
Javelin Throw
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2024African Athletics Championships
Javelin Throw
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2024African Games
Javelin Throw
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2024African Athletics Championships
Javelin Throw
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2023FISU World University Games
Javelin Throw
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2022African Athletics Championships
Javelin Throw
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2022African Athletics Championships
Javelin Throw
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
What is Jana Van Schalkwyk's Javelin Throw personal best?
Jana Van Schalkwyk's Javelin Throw personal best is 57.64, set on Mar 20, 2024 in University of Ghana Sports Stadium, Accra (GHA), #394 on the all-time list.
Which events does Jana Van Schalkwyk compete in?
Jana Van Schalkwyk competes in the Javelin Throw.
How did Jana Van Schalkwyk perform in 2026?
2026 season best: 56.65, set on Mar 6, 2026 in Hoërskool Stadium, Stellenbosch (RSA). Last competition: African Athletics Championships on May 16, 2026, 54.36.