Richmond Kyokushin Karate-South Arm Dojo had a number of excellent showings at the recent Canadian Kyokushin Championships, held at BCIT.
Leading the local contingent was Kendralyn Kwan. Not only did she capture her division in the 12 and under 61-70 lbs full contact knockdown, she was also presented the Pete Fradley Memorial Spirit Award.
Here is a rundown off the Richmond podium finishers:
Full Contact Knockdown
First Place
Kendralyn Kwan — 12 and under 61-70 lbs.
Second place
Abdel Ahmed — 13-and-14-year-old 120 lbs and over.
Yassin Daissi — 17-and-18-year-old 160 lbs and over.
Bryan Legay — men’s 166 lbs and over.
3rd Place
Anthony Nghien — 13-and-14-year-old 120 lbs and over.
Manjot Dhaliwal — women’s 15-and-16-year-old 120 lbs and over.
Austin Nghein — 12 and under 91-100 lbs.
Non-Contact
Brandon Gill — 12 and under 55 lbs and under.
Kata
Second place
Yen-Chun Chen — Green Belt Division.
Third Place
Aline Chien — 12 and under Blue Belt Division.
