Venissa Head
- Born
- Sep 1, 1956 (70 years old)
- Birthplace
- Merthyr Tydfil, United Kingdom
- Events
- Shot Put · Discus Throw
- Height
- 1.85 m
- Weight
- 87 kg
Venissa Anne Head (born 1 September 1956) is a former international track and field athlete from Wales who competed at the 1984 Summer Olympics. Known for competitive achievements and athletic excellence.
Throughout their competitive career, they maintained exceptional standards in track and field athletics.
Their dedication to the sport exemplified the highest ideals of athletic competition and personal achievement.
Personal best · Shot Put19.06
1988 season best53.89Aug 14, 1988 · Gateshead
Personal best · Discus Throw62.72
As of Nov 8, 2026: Shot Put 19.06 (#186 all-time), Discus Throw 62.72, 1988 season best 53.89 (Aug 14, 1988, Gateshead (GBR)) · 70 years old
Personal bests
WA points calculator →DisciplineResultAll-time
SPIndoorSt. Athan 198419.061,149 pts–
Progression
| Season | Discipline | Result | Wind | Date | Competitions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1988 | DT | 53.89 | – | Aug 14, 1988 | Gateshead (GBR) |
| 1986 | DT | 52.04 | – | Aug 28, 1986 | Stuttgart European Championships |
| 1984 | SP Indoor | 19.06 | – | Apr 7, 1984 | St. Athan (GBR) (i) |
| 1984 | SP | 19.06 | – | Apr 7, 1984 | – |
| 1984 | DT | 62.14 | – | Jul 30, 1984 | San Diego, CA (USA) |
| 1983 | SP | 18.41 | – | Aug 10, 1983 | IAAF World Championships, Olympiastadion, Helsinki |
| 1983 | DT | 62.72 | – | Jun 5, 1983 | Birmingham (GBR) |
| 1981 | SP Indoor | 17.65 | – | Feb 21, 1981 | European Indoor Championships, Palais des Sports, Grenoble (i) |