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Kaia Tupu-South

Kaia Tupu-South

NZLNZLWomen
Birth dateJun 9, 2002
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Kaia Tupu-South is a New Zealand thrower, born on June 9, 2002. She competes primarily in the SP, SP and DT.

Her personal bests include 17.60 in the SP, 17.56 in the SP, 57.13 in the DT and 17.54 in the ShotPut(3k. She has earned 1 gold medal in major international competitions. She is currently active on the international athletics circuit, representing New Zealand.

Key facts
Shot Put
17.56
#518 all-time
Discus Throw
57.13
2026 season best
17.56
May 15, 2026 · Cardinal Park, Louisville, KY (USA)
2026 season best
Last competition
NCAA Division I Outdoor Track and Field Championships
Jun 11, 2026 · 16.46
NCAA Division I Outdoor Track and Field Championships
Age
24 years old

As of Oct 1, 2026: Shot Put 17.56 (#518 all-time), Discus Throw 57.13, 2026 season best 17.56 (May 15, 2026, Cardinal Park, Louisville, KY (USA)) · Last competition: NCAA Division I Outdoor Track and Field Championships, Jun 11, 2026, 16.46 · 24 years old

Performance Charts

Season bests

SeasonDisciplineResultWindDateTrendCompetitions
2026
SP
17.56-May 15, 2026
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ACC Outdoor Track & Field Championships
2026
DT
57.13-Apr 11, 2026
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Oklahoma Throws Series World Invitational
2025
SP
17.33-May 16, 2025
↓
Big Ten Outdoor Track & Field Championships, Hayward Field, Eugene, OR
2025
SPi
17.60-Feb 15, 2025
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Don Kirby Elite Invitational
2025
DT
52.45-May 3, 2025
↓
Desert Heat Classic, Univ. of Arizona Roy P. Drachman Stadium, Tucson, AZ
2024
SP
16.90-May 23, 2024
↓
NCAA Division I West First Rounds, John McDonnell Field, Fayetteville, AR
2024
SPi
17.17-Feb 10, 2024
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Husky Classic
2024
DT
54.52-May 25, 2024
↓
NCAA Division I West First Rounds, John McDonnell Field, Fayetteville, AR
2023
SP
17.13-May 25, 2023
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NCAA Division I West First Rounds
2023
DT
52.70-Mar 25, 2023
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Aztec Invitational, Aztrack Sports Deck, San Diego, CA
2022
SP
15.56-Feb 12, 2022
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2022
SPi
15.56-Feb 12, 2022
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Dempsey Indoor, Seattle, WA (USA) (i)
2021
SP
16.09-Jun 12, 2021
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Oceania Invitational 2
2021
DT
52.87-Mar 27, 2021
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New Zealand Championships, Hawke's Bay Sports Park, Hastings
2020
SP
15.44-Jul 18, 2020
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AUT Millennium, Auckland (NZL)
2020
ShotPut(3k
17.54-Dec 12, 2020
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Tauranga Domain, Tauranga (NZL)
2020
DT
53.69-Mar 6, 2020
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Nga Puna Wai Sports Hub, Christchurch (NZL)
2019
SP
14.04-Feb 9, 2019
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Porritt Classic
2019
ShotPut(3k
16.74-May 25, 2019
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AUT Millennium, Auckland (NZL)
2019
DT
47.94-Jun 25, 2019
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Townsville (AUS)
2018
ShotPut(3k
15.48-Dec 15, 2018
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Hamilton (NZL)
2018
DT
44.88-Dec 1, 2018
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Dunedin (NZL)
2017
ShotPut(3k
14.13-Mar 18, 2017
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Hamilton (NZL)
2017
DT
40.33-Mar 18, 2017
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Hamilton (NZL)
2016
ShotPut(3k
13.00-Dec 3, 2016
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Auckland (NZL)
2016
DT
40.56-Dec 3, 2016
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Auckland (NZL)

2026

33 performances
DisciplineResultWindDateCompetitions
SP
16.46-Jun 11NCAA Division I Outdoor Track and Field Championships
SP
16.46-Jun 10NCAA Division I Outdoor Track and Field Championships
DT
53.80-May 30NCAA Division I East First Rounds, Un. of Kentucky Outdoor Track Facility, Lexington, KY
SP
17.53-May 28NCAA Division I East First Rounds, Un. of Kentucky Outdoor Track Facility, Lexington, KY
DT
53.80-May 27NCAA Division I East First Rounds, Un. of Kentucky Outdoor Track Facility, Lexington, KY
SP
17.53-May 27NCAA Division I East First Rounds, Un. of Kentucky Outdoor Track Facility, Lexington, KY
DT
53.27-May 16ACC Outdoor Track & Field Championships
SP
17.56-May 15ACC Outdoor Track & Field Championships
SP
17.56-May 14ACC Outdoor Track & Field Championships
DT
53.27-May 14ACC Outdoor Track & Field Championships
SP
17.35-May 2Jim Green Invitational
DT
54.25-Apr 25Clark Wood / Jim Freeman Open
SP
17.47-Apr 24Clark Wood / Jim Freeman Open
DT
54.77-Apr 18Beach Invitational
SP
16.77-Apr 18Beach Invitational
DT
53.89-Apr 16Pacific Coast Invitational
SP
16.98-Apr 11Oklahoma Throws Series World Invitational
DT
57.13-Apr 11Oklahoma Throws Series World Invitational
SP
16.98-Apr 10Oklahoma Throws Series World Invitational
DT
57.13-Apr 10Oklahoma Throws Series World Invitational
DT
54.38-Apr 9Oklahoma Throws Series
SP
16.72-Mar 28UCF Knights Invite
DT
54.35-Mar 27UCF Knights Invite
SP
16.72-Mar 27UCF Knights Invite
DT
52.92-Mar 21USF Alumni Invitational
DT
52.92-Mar 20USF Alumni Invitational
SP
17.50-Mar 20USF Alumni Invitational
SPi
16.78-Feb 28ACC Indoor Track & Field Championships, The Track at New Balance, Boston, MA (i)
SPi
16.78-Feb 26ACC Indoor Track & Field Championships, The Track at New Balance, Boston, MA (i)
SPi
16.45-Feb 14Heartland Invitational
SPi
16.48-Feb 7Fairgrounds Invitational
SP
17.05-Jan 31PNC Lenny Lyles Open
SP
17.05-Jan 30PNC Lenny Lyles Open

2025

16 performances
DisciplineResultWindDateCompetitions
DT
50.73-May 31NCAA Division I West First Rounds, Cushing Stadium, College Station, TX
SP
16.05-May 29NCAA Division I West First Rounds, Cushing Stadium, College Station, TX
SP
16.05-May 28NCAA Division I West First Rounds, Cushing Stadium, College Station, TX
DT
50.73-May 28NCAA Division I West First Rounds, Cushing Stadium, College Station, TX
DT
48.39-May 16Big Ten Outdoor Track & Field Championships, Hayward Field, Eugene, OR
SP
17.33-May 16Big Ten Outdoor Track & Field Championships, Hayward Field, Eugene, OR
DT
52.45-May 3Desert Heat Classic, Univ. of Arizona Roy P. Drachman Stadium, Tucson, AZ
DT
50.32-Apr 19Mt. SAC Relays, Hilmer Lodge Stadium, Walnut, CA - Invitational Events
SPi
16.45-Mar 21World Athletics Indoor Championships, Sports Training Center, Nanjing (i)
SPi
17.09-Mar 1Big Ten Conference Indoor Track & Field Championships
SPi
17.09-Feb 28Big Ten Conference Indoor Track & Field Championships
SPi
17.60-Feb 15Don Kirby Elite Invitational
SPi
16.71-Feb 1UW Invitational
SPi
16.71-Jan 31UW Invitational
SPi
16.97-Jan 182025 UW Preview/Mile City
SPi
16.97-Jan 172025 UW Preview/Mile City

2024

1 performance
DisciplineResultWindDateCompetitions
DT
54.52-May 25NCAA Division I West First Rounds, John McDonnell Field, Fayetteville, AR
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Honours

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New Zealand Championships

Discus Throw

2021
FAQ

Frequently asked questions

What is Kaia Tupu-South's Shot Put personal best?

Kaia Tupu-South's Shot Put personal best is 17.56, set on May 14, 2026 in Cardinal Park, Louisville, KY (USA), #518 on the all-time list.

Which events does Kaia Tupu-South compete in?

Kaia Tupu-South competes in the Shot Put and Discus Throw.

How did Kaia Tupu-South perform in 2026?

2026 season best: 17.56, set on May 15, 2026 in Cardinal Park, Louisville, KY (USA). Last competition: NCAA Division I Outdoor Track and Field Championships on Jun 11, 2026, 16.46.