Launch – The devoted staff of karatekas hailing from the Cobra Karate and Self Protection Dojo, Kaizen Shotokan Karate College, and Ikikata Shotokan Karate College triumphantly returned to Saint Lucia on Sunday, March third, following their participation within the tenth version of the Caribbean Open K24 Karate Event in Martinique. The event, held on Saturday, March 2nd, 2024, marked the staff’s inaugural regional look within the World Karate Federation (WKF) circuit for the 12 months, with their sights set on the upcoming occasion scheduled for Could in Guadeloupe.
Regardless of contending with seasoned rivals from Martinique, Guadeloupe, French Guyana, and Brazil, the staff 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 Crew 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 staff’s dedication to excellence and relentless pursuit of success in aggressive karate.
The regional tournaments function integral elements of the great developmental program for the 2 dojos, contributing considerably to the expansion and refinement of their martial arts expertise.
Accompanied by 20 devoted mother and father and supporters, the staff expressed collective awe on the elevated degree of competitors and the impeccable group of the event in Martinique.
Their expertise showcased their aggressive spirit and strengthened the bonds inside the karate neighborhood, reinforcing their dedication to excel on regional and worldwide levels. As they set their sights on future competitions, the staff stays unwavering of their pursuit of excellence and the continued elevation of Saint Lucia’s presence within the karate world.