“The event that will be a big one and we hope Zimbabwe will impress as always the norm. It was my wish for all junior students to attend, but it appears a nightmare with the current economic challenges in the country,” Samson Muripo, teacher and third dan black belt, said.
The Zimbabwe junior fighters proved a force to reckon with, in the circles of kyokushin karate when they scooped several medals, in last year’s edition of the showcase, with a remarkable clean sweep, in the U/8 boys category.
Tadiwa Gatsi, Stephen Mulembasoja and Brett Kondowe were awarded with the gold, silver and bronze medal respectively.
This year’s tournament will feature juniors and colts (6-18years) from Swaziland, Zimbabwe and the hosts in commemoration of the fifth anniversary of the death of a great master, Shihan (Master) Len Barnes. Barnes, dubbed ‘the father of Karate’, died in 2003 and is remembered for his great works in the martial art sport in South Africa.
Squad: Shingai Murimi, Mitchelle P.Charandura, Redeem Manyepera, Nathaniel Fenyengenye, Tadiwa Chinzara, Stephen Mulembasoja, Brighton Handisen, Angeline Zuze, Tendai Chaparadza, Jonathan Chikoko, Nathaniel Chisango, Stanley Sigauke, Steadman Sigauke, Brendon Gundumure, Smabious Viano, Tanaka Maponga, Simba Mufema, Tafadzwa Mushunje, Tendai Mapaona, Paidamoyo Mudange, Kudakwashe Dzangare, Thabo Matutu, Precious Kazembe.
Post published in: Zimbabwe Sports News