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On the 18th March, Region 1 once again held its
every growing STOMP Championships. Open to students aged 4-17yrs the event has
always been a fantastic opportunity to introduce students into the world of
competition in a local, fun and supportive environment. With over 140 students
spanning 13 Regional clubs, we were all excited to see what the day had to
offer. Ring allocations set, umpires seated, and student warmed up, we were
ready to kick off…
Up first and competing across all three rings were our
youngest students in the Generation-X divisions. Originally developed as a way
of introducing the fundamentals of TKD to our most junior students, it is
positive to see how far the Generation-X program has progressed, far exceeding
all our expectations.
Following an excellent display of self-defence and
traditional pattern work, the young contenders confidently moved on to sparring
and power breaking. With busy and talented divisions across all grades there
was certainly no easy route to the gold. On behalf of the umpire team and
parents watching on, it was clear that all students who stepped on to the ring
that morning, win/lose/draw, left as champions!!
Concluding the morning events were our junior Kup and black
belts. With many of the competitors participating the following weekend at the
UK ITF ‘Finals Day’ event, this was an ideal chance to polish their skills
whilst shaking off any ring rust. Wowing the crowd with precise patterns and sharp
sparring tactics it became clear very quickly the high-calibre of talent
developing within the Region.
After a short lunch break it was time to continue the day
with our cadet competitors. After an impressive oath recital from all present,
students returned to the seating areas to await their divisions.
With an air of excitement buzzing throughout the arena,
competitors were eager to step up on the mats and showcase the results of all
their hard-work and dedication. Met by a cry of cheers from the audience, students
performed patterns to the best of their ability taking each win or loss with
humility. Patterns done it was then time to pad up and prepare for
sparring.
With eager spectators and team members encouraging from the
side lines everyone was excited to watch as the competitors stepped onto the
ring. As with previous STOMP Championships strong performances were put in by
all, with each student showing the heart and determination of a true Taekwon-Do
practitioner.
We would like to thank all the umpires that worked
tirelessly throughout the day as well as the administration team for co-ordinating
the smooth running of the day. We would also like to extend our appreciation to
all the competitors, parents and friends that supported the event and made the
day a true success and pleasure to host.
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Written by: Region 1 - 27th March 2018
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