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My name is Victory Emeh, and I’ve always felt that I was born to run. As a child, I had a natural talent for sports. I played with the boys in my neighborhood, and they always wanted me on their team. People used to say I could have played professional female football, but back then, I didn’t see it.

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How it started

In junior school, I let self-doubt hold me back. I worried that sports would make me look too masculine, and my self-esteem crumbled under the weight of those thoughts. I didn’t have anyone to guide me, no mentor to tell me that my abilities and identity were not at odds but could thrive together. In Nigeria, opportunities for young female athletes are limited, and that lack of access made it even harder to keep going.

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The Push

But life has a way of calling you back to what you’re meant to do. Now, having moved to the U.S., I feel a deep pull to reignite the spark I had as a child. Running has always been in my blood. My siblings are incredible sprinters too, but they think it’s too late to pursue their dreams. I don’t believe that. I’m here to prove that it’s never too late.

Motivation

More than just running, this journey is about creating something bigger than myself. If I had access to mentorship when I was younger, I know I would have grown so much faster, not just as an athlete but as a person. Mentorship has the power to transform lives, to fill the gaps that so many of us fall into as we struggle through life alone.

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Why the Victory Run – The Problem

Many young people, especially women and underprivileged individuals, lack access to mentorship and guidance that could help them unlock their full potential. In regions like Nigeria, systemic barriers such as limited resources, gender biases, and societal pressures further hinder personal growth, particularly in areas like sports and career development. This void in mentorship often leads to untapped potential, reduced confidence, and missed opportunities for greatness. According to a 2023 report by Mentor.org, 63% of young people cite the absence of mentorship as a significant barrier to achieving their potential. In Sub-Saharan Africa, that mentorship gap is further widened by resource scarcity, with less than 25% of young people having access to professional or personal mentors. In Nigeria, only 6% of female athletes report receiving mentorship that supported their athletic growth and by the National Mentoring Partner, mentorship has been shown to increase self-confidence by 78% and reduce feelings of isolation by 65% which is significant for success in sports as well as in life.

My Mantra

This marathon is my statement to the world. I’m running for every young person who feels unseen, for every dream that was left behind, and for the countless lives that could be changed with just a little guidance and love.
This is more than a race; it’s a call to action. Together, we can create a world where no one has to walk—or run—alone.

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The Victory Run isn’t just about breaking records; it’s about creating a community that lifts each other up and inspires all of us to reach our personal bests.

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Eva is a powerhouse! Her determination during her half marathon journey has motivated me and many others to push our limits and strive for greatness.

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Joining The Victory Run has been transformative for me. The camaraderie and support from everyone involved made the experience unforgettable and truly empowering.

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