Lofty-Eaton Represented Namibia at World Cup
The Namibian gymnast competed against athletes from 18 nations in the Senior Women's division in Riccione, Italy.
Updated on Oct. 13, 2026 in Gymnastics
Noa Lofty-Eaton participated in the 6th AERE Trampoline World Cup held in Riccione, Italy. The event featured competitors representing 18 different countries.
Why it matters
Participating in international events like the World Cup is a key milestone for athletes aiming to compete at the elite level. These competitions provide critical ranking opportunities and global experience for gymnasts.
Athletes from 18 countries participated in the 6th AERE Trampoline World Cup, where Lofty-Eaton represented Namibia. She has been assigned three major international competitions for the current cycle.
The players
Noa Lofty-Eaton
She is a Namibian gymnast who represents the Walvis Bay Gymnastics Club while currently training in the Netherlands.
Lennard Villafuerte
He is the gymnastics coach who trained Noa Lofty-Eaton for her appearance at the AERE Trampoline World Cup.
Walvis Bay Gymnastics Club
This is the Namibia-based athletic organization where Noa Lofty-Eaton holds her membership.
Dutch Gymnastics Federation
This organization provided administrative and logistical assistance to Lofty-Eaton during her preparations for the event.
The details
Noa Lofty-Eaton, a member of the Walvis Bay Gymnastics Club, trained for the Riccione event under coach Lennard Villafuerte. She currently balances her training and academic studies while based in the Netherlands, with logistical support provided by the Dutch Gymnastics Federation.
Timeline
Noa Lofty-Eaton competed in the Riccione World Cup from 2 to 4 October 2026.
Season Trajectory
Competing in the AERE Trampoline World Cup series establishes a foundation for Lofty-Eaton as she looks toward upcoming global assignments. These events are crucial for athletes building toward the high-stakes environment of the Trampoline World Championships.
This competition experience represents one of three major international assignments scheduled for the gymnast. Continued participation in these circuits is essential for maintaining eligibility and qualifying for future world-level championships.
The takeaway
Maintaining a consistent training regimen while transitioning between international training sites is a hallmark of high-level gymnastics competition. Athletes benefit significantly from the professional support systems provided by host federations during these global tours.
What happens next
Lofty-Eaton is scheduled to compete in the next World Cup event in Cottbus, Germany, followed by the Trampoline World Championships in Nanjing, China.
Further reading
For more information on the international circuit, visit gymnastics.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Namib Times Newspaper.
