Only a small squad of 4 attended the competition but they didn't let the club down. Everyone tried hard in the kata and both Ellis and Owen made it past several rounds before finally being knocked out (by more experienced competitiors). Ellis made it all the way to the last four and only narrowly lost out on a bronze medal.
The team did even better in the kumite. Amy has a tough fight against a much taller opponent in the last four which shook her a little. However, I was very impressed with the way she pulled herself together for the 3rd place play-off and she totally outclassed her opponent to win the bronze medal. Well done!
There were only two fighters in Owen's category so only gold would have done. Owen is showing real improvement in his kumite and demonstrated a level of skill, composure and class that i haven't seen before. Whilst his opponent did his best, in all fairness Owen was simply a level above him and deservedly claimed gold. Well done to both Freddie and Ellis who were frustrated at not progressing but that is why these club competitions are so useful for gaining experience and understanding in how karate competitions work.
The big one is next - JKS England nationals in November!
Osu
Simon
