Karate students from Kew shine at nationals

STUDENTS from Mid North Coast Karate recently showcased their talents at the Goshin Ryu Karate National Championships in Sydney.

The students took part in both ‘kata’ and ‘kumite’ events, performing impressively and bringing home numerous awards.

“I am extremely proud of the achievements of all my students,” said Sensei Anissa Hilton.

“They all trained hard and their dedication paid off with the great results they all achieved.”

Sensei Shaun Budai came first in the Open Team Kata and third in the Men’s Open Kata.

Sensei Anissa Hilton placed first in Open Team Kata, second in Ladies Open Kata, second in Ladies Veterans Kata and second in Ladies Veterans Kumite.

Sempai Sam Hilton placed second in the 15yr Male Kumite, third in Junior Open Kata, third in Junior Team Kata.

Sempai Jackson Smith placed first in the Open Team Kata, while Kellie Eggins placed third in the Ladies Kata.

Isaac Salmon placed first in the 15/16yr Kata, and Indy Cook placed second in the 14yr Female Kumite, third in the Junior Team Kata and third in the 14/15yr Kata.

Isla Wilkinson came second in the 15/16yrs Kata and third in the 16/17yrs Women’s Kumite.

Polly Dhu came third in Junior Team Kata.

“The Goshin Ryu Nationals are about many things, from being brave enough to step on the mat and try, to achieving a personal best,” said Sensei Hilton.

“At the end of the day, karate is about being the best you can be and every student who completed it gave it their all.”