The devoted workforce of karatekas hailing from the Cobra Karate and Self Protection Dojo, Kaizen Shotokan Karate Faculty, and Ikikata Shotokan Karate Faculty triumphantly returned to Saint Lucia on Sunday, March third, following their participation within the tenth version of the Caribbean Open K24 Karate Match in Martinique. The match, held on Saturday, March 2nd, 2024, marked the workforce’s inaugural regional look within the World Karate Federation (WKF) circuit for the yr, with their sights set on the upcoming occasion scheduled for Could in Guadeloupe.
Regardless of contending with seasoned opponents from Martinique, Guadeloupe, French Guyana, and Brazil, the workforce of 24 athletes showcased their prowess, incomes a commendable assortment of medals in numerous classes:
- Jameel Leonce: Silver in Senior Male U21 Kata and Bronze in Senior Male U21 Kumite
- Denel Florius: Bronze in Senior Male 21+ Kata
- Allister Simon: Bronze in Junior Male 16–17 Kumite
- Azari Francois: Bronze in Junior Male 16–17 Kata
- Giovanni St. Marthe, Jay Francois, and Darrin Augustin Bronze in Cadets 14–15 Male Staff Kumite
- Daniel Alexander: Bronze in Benjamin Male 10-11 Kata
- Madeline Defraias: Bronze in Benjamin Feminine 10–11 Open Kata
- Binka Rose Gills: Bronze in Benjamin Feminine 10–11 Kata
- Alyssa Philips: Bronze in Minimes Feminine 12–13 Kumite.
These excellent achievements underscore the workforce’s dedication to excellence and their relentless pursuit of success within the aggressive karate enviornment.
The regional tournaments function integral elements of the great developmental program for the three dojos, contributing considerably to the expansion and refinement of their martial arts expertise.
Accompanied by 20 devoted mother and father and supporters, the workforce expressed collective awe on the elevated degree of competitors and the impeccable group of the match in Martinique.
Their expertise not solely showcased their aggressive spirit but additionally strengthened the bonds inside the karate group, reinforcing their dedication to excel on each regional and worldwide phases. As they set their sights on future competitions, the workforce stays unwavering of their pursuit of excellence and the continued elevation of Saint Lucia’s presence on the planet of karate.
