yama Arashi Sweeps Karate Tournament in Olgiate Comasco
A triumphant Piacenza contingent, led by master imerio Gerevini, dominated the second small samurai of karate trophy in Olgiate Comasco. The event, a showcase for young karatekas aged 5 to 14, saw a remarkable display of skill and teamwork.
Gerevini’s Guiding Hand
Master Gerevini, a Sesto black belt, expressed immense pride in his students’ performance.”Our boys excelled in both individual kata and kumite, but particularly in the kata duo, were teamwork shone through,” he stated. “This season promises to be incredibly rewarding.”
A Flood of Medals
The Piacenza team’s remarkable haul included a remarkable 27 medals: a testament to their dedication and training. The team’s success was driven by extraordinary performances across various categories.
- Gold: Veronika Lazovska, Marta aliotta (Kata), Dafne Zilocchi, Luca Albenzio (Game Kumite), and the Kata team (zilocchi and Aliotta).
- Silver: Leonardo Giudice, Dafne Zilocchi, maddalena murru, Adam Chkkouri (Kata), Ikonija Stralic, and Mario Paganini (Kumite), along with three team victories.
- Bronze: A notable 13 bronzes, including Giulia Spotti in Kumite, and 10 individual wins (Filippo Maria Soresi, Valentina Morenghi, Melissa Puscas, Geneva Zanelli, Giulia Spotti, Sofia Bonomolo, Filip Lazovski, Luca Albenzio, peter Angelillo, and Hajar Quassi), plus two team bronze placements.
A New Dimension in Kumite
The tournament incorporated a novel recreational approach to Kumite, challenging participants to direct blows at balloons.This innovative element added a dynamic dimension to the competition,fostering a more engaging and inclusive experience for all.
The young karatekas’ success in Olgiate Comasco underscores the dedication and talent within the Piacenza karate community. Their achievements are a testament to the hard work and guidance of their coach, master Gerevini.
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