The 12th
South American Junior Championships in Athletics The South American U20 Championships in Athletics are the South American championships in the sport of athletics which is open for those in the junior age category (19 years or under). It is organized by the South American Athletics Confederation (C ...
were held in
São Paulo
São Paulo (, ; Portuguese for 'Saint Paul') is the most populous city in Brazil, and is the capital of the state of São Paulo, the most populous and wealthiest Brazilian state, located in the country's Southeast Region. Listed by the GaWC a ...
, Brazil, between December 15–17, 1978.
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Participation (unofficial)
Detailed result lists can be found on the "World Junior Athletics History" website.
[ An unofficial count yields the number of about 178 athletes from about 8 countries: Argentina (33), Bolivia (6), Brazil (53), Chile (42), Colombia (13), Paraguay (8), Peru (9), Uruguay (14).
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Medal summary
Medal winners are published for men and women[
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Complete results can be found on the "World Junior Athletics History" website.[
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Men
Women
Medal table (unofficial)
References
External links
World Junior Athletics History
{{South American athletics championships
South American U20 Championships in Athletics
South American Junior Championships
South American Junior Championships
International sports competitions in São Paulo
International athletics competitions hosted by Brazil
South American Junior Championships