The 29th Bodhidharma Shiai, hosted at the esteemed Whitney Institute, treated spectators to a spectacular display of martial arts prowess and showcased the rising talent within Bermuda's karate community.
In a testament to emerging talent, Jaishun Jones of Harto-Ryu Dojo emerged triumphant in the Under 10 Novice Kata Division, demonstrating remarkable focus and determination to conquer a highly competitive field.
Tournament Director and Chief Instructor of Bodhidharma Zenji-Ryu Karate Dojo, Gladwin Roots Phillips, underscored the significance of events like the Bodhidharma Shiai in nurturing the talent of young karateka in Bermuda. He urged instructors to enroll their students, emphasizing the invaluable benefits of participation.
OVER 21 ADVANCED FEMALE
Gold: Talia Iris
OVER 21 ADVANCED MALE
Gold: Toni Cabral
UNDER 19 ADVANCED FEMALE
Gold: Dominique Brown
UNDER 19 ADVANCED MALE
Gold: Tre Simmons Silver: Jayden Lambert
UNDER 15 ADVANCED MALE
Gold: Michael Burgess Silver: Khwai Mendoza Bronze: Tobiah Goodchild
UNDER 15 INTERMEDIATE FEMALE
Gold: Amarriah Vaughans
UNDER 15 INTERMEDIATE MALE
Gold: Jadon Spriggs Silver: Zecori Talbot Bronze: Vincent Lightbourne Fourth: Miguel Bolarinho
UNDER 15 NOVICE FEMALE
Gold: Taylor Ming Silver: Zoe Phillips
Under 10 Novice Female
Gold: Mia White Silver: Jaze Richardson Bronze: Avalon Hollis
UNDER 15 NOVICE MALE
Gold: Khanan Burrows
UNDER 10 INTERMEDIATE FEMALE
Gold: Zoe Talbot Silver: Alessia Vianello
UNDER 10 INTERMEDIATE MALE
Gold: Noah Lowe Silver: Chan Simons
UNDER 10 NOVICE MALE
Gold: Jaishun Jones Silver: Blake Farrington Bronze: Ethan White Fourth: Xyaiden Burrows
UNDER 10 NOVICE MALE B
Gold: Ja'Quito Young Silver: Giovanni Vianello Bronze: Arlo Hollis - Fourth: Rochuno Richards
Blackbelt Kata Combine
- Gold: Talia Iris - Silver: Toni Cabral - Bronze: Dominique Brown