Newcastle karate students earn national colours at championships
Most divisions featured more than 16 competitors, with the top 4 in each division qualifying to receive SA JKA National Colours.
The SA JKA Nationals, held on May 15 and 16, showcased outstanding karate talent, with more than 2500 entries from all nine South African provinces.
The tournament opened with a procession where athletes from each province entered the stadium wearing provincial jackets and carrying their provincial flags.
Competition proved fierce, with most divisions featuring more than 16 competitors. Only the top four athletes in each division qualified to receive their SA JKA National Colours.
Both novice (colour belt) and elite (brown and black belt) karateka who finished in the top four also qualified to represent South Africa at the Indo Pacific Cup (IPC), which will take place in Mauritius later this year.
Newcastle Dojo karateka claim medals
The following karateka from Newcastle Dojo finished in the top four of their respective divisions and attained SA JKA National Colours:
- Aiden du Plessis: bronze for kumite
- Jade Chuttergoon: bronze for kata
- Marjohané Swart: gold for kata and bronze for kumite
- Nathan Kemp: silver for kata
- Sandiswa Latha: silver for kumite and bronze for kata
Congratulations to these karate students on their excellent achievements.
Dojo welcomes new members
Anyone interested in joining the dojo or requesting information about classes and fees can contact Sensei Johan Swart on 083 658 7159.
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