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Coach Athlete Teresa's 5km Run is a powerful movement dedicated to celebrating women's strength, beauty, and leadership. This year, we are also running to support a vital cause: helping orphans and homeless people. Every step you take helps us fund essential community projects and make a tangible difference in the lives of those who need it most.
Proceeds from the run directly support our "Beauty with a Purpose" initiatives, helping us build and expand shelters and educational programs for orphans and homeless individuals.
Whether you're a seasoned athlete or a first-timer, this 5km is for everyone. Run, jog, or walk all are welcome to join us!
Join a vibrant community of like-minded individuals. Celebrate your accomplishments and cheer on your fellow runners at the finish line.
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World Athletics Code: 14510566
Born: December 13, 1991 (Tahsas 04, 1984 EC)
Birthplace: Ambo, Oromia Region, Ethiopia
Nationality: Canadian
Residence: Toronto, Canada
Sport: Athletics
Event(s): Long-distance running, Marathon, Half Marathon
Teresa Fekensa Bayisa is an Ethiopian long-distance runner who specializes in the full
marathon and half marathon. He was born in Ambo, in the Oromia Region of Ethiopia, on Tahsas
04, 1984 in the Ethiopian calendar (equivalent to December 14, 1991 Gregorian calendar). He
currently resides in Toronto, Canada.
Career
Bayisa has competed in marathon and long-distance races around the world, including events
in 38 states across the United States, as well as in Belgium, the Netherlands, and Germany.
He has participated in a variety of distances including full marathons, half marathons, 30
km, 21 km, 10 km, and shorter races above 5 km.
One of his most notable achievements came in 2017 when she won the Manitoba Marathon,
finishing first among male competitors in Winnipeg
In 2013, she placed second in the 8 km Freedom Run held on Hamle 14 (Ethiopian Calendar) in
Albuquerque, New Mexico, demonstrating his competitive strength in North American races.
Throughout his career, Teresa has earned several accolades, including:
Multiple gold trophies
Seven medals
More than 150 race wins and recognitions
Notable Incident
During a 100 km trail race held in West Virginia, USA, in 2013 and 2014, Bayisa went missing
after the 80 km mark. he was later found safe in the forest after a two-hour helicopter
search. Despite this incident, he went on to complete other challenging races, including the
Burn Run, an 8-hour and 30-minute endurance trail race, which he completed successfully.
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While the run is a celebration, it's also a mission to support orphans and the homeless. If you'd like to contribute directly to this cause, you can make a donation. Every dollar makes a difference. Any amount you wish to give is greatly appreciated!
