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The Citizen
3 hours ago
- Sport
- The Citizen
Young martial artists impress in Gauteng tournament
FIVE young martial artists from the Isipingo Martial Arts (IMA) club earned an astounding 12 gold medals at the Tebbutt's Academy's All Style Karate Kickboxing Tournament in Gauteng recently. Also read: Amanzimtoti fighters compete at the National Mixed Martial Arts Championships IMA instructor Sensei Seggie Murugan commended his students on their hard work, training and excellent all-around displays of prowess in the ring. Senior instructor Shihan Razak Ally thanked parents for their support, and students for their fierce determination and passion for martial arts during the tournament. The results are as follows: Jadene Naidoo: Two gold, three silver and one bronze medal. Shamsud-Deen Khan: Three gold, one silver and two bronze medals. Mickilyn Kyle Padayachee: Three gold and one silver medal. Celine Tamar Nicol: One gold, three silver and one bronze medal. Shrihan Haridutt: Three gold medals. If anyone is interested in martial arts, IMA meets on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 16:30 until 18:00 at the Lotus Park community hall. For more information, contact Sensei Seggie Murugan on 083 640 7774. For more South Coast Sun news, follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. You can also check out our videos on our YouTube channel or follow us on TikTok. Subscribe to our free weekly newsletter and get news delivered straight to your inbox. Do you have more information pertaining to this story? Feel free to let us know by commenting on our Facebook page or you can contact our newsroom on 031 903 2341 and speak to a journalist.
The Citizen
09-08-2025
- Sport
- The Citizen
Medal sweep for Tebbutt's Academy in karate and kickboxing
Medal sweep for Tebbutt's Academy in karate and kickboxing Afrikaanse Hoërskool proudly hosted the Tebbutt's Academy All Styles Karate and Kickboxing Tournament on July 25 and 26. The event was led by principal Frans Du Toit. Thanks to the efforts of kanchu Alex Tebbutt, the tournament was a tremendous success, bringing together 120 competitors from regions as far afield as Limpopo and KwaZulu-Natal. Participants showcased their skills in various events, including traditional kata, traditional weapons kata, musical weapons kata, points sparring (semi contact), and continuous sparring (light contact). ALSO READ: Dawnview karateka gears up to compete in Finland in 2025 Competing clubs included Isipingo Martial Arts (IMA), K&S Martial Arts Academy KZN, Limpopo Karate, Jogie's Dojo, Ben's Martial Arts Academy, MMAAK, Honbu Combat Academy, and, of course, Tebbutt's Academy. Day one focused on weapons, such as kata performances, while day two centred on fighting skills. The youngest competitor was four-year-old Hafsa Habeeb. Tebbutt's Academy led the medal count with 55 gold, 28 silver, and 14 bronze medals, totalling 97. Limpopo Karate followed in second place with 31 gold, 35 silver, and 15 bronze medals, totalling 81.
The Citizen
07-07-2025
- Sport
- The Citizen
Tebbutt's Academy shines nationally and prepares to host All Stars tournament
Tebbutt's Academy is gearing up to host its very own tournament, the Tebbutt Academy All Stars Karate and Kickboxing, set to take place from July 25 to 26. The announcement comes on the heels of the academy's outstanding performance at the MASA National Championships and Festival, held on June 14 and 15. Competing against over 600 participants from across the country, 20 Tebbutt athletes brought home a remarkable 16 gold medals, 14 silver, and 13 bronze. All medal winners were awarded MASA national colours in recognition of their achievements. Founder Kancho Alex Tebbutt expressed his pride, saying, 'We're thrilled that 19 of our students received national colours, and some are now in line to represent South Africa in karate and kickboxing in the UK. 'The academy is back on top, and our performance at the nationals demonstrates the effectiveness of our training. We faced tough national competition, but our students shone.' The upcoming All Stars tournament will feature karate, kickboxing, and weapons, promising a thrilling display of talent and skill. Prior to the nationals, the academy also celebrated success at the K1 competitions in Lenasia, specifically at the Kickboxing Organisation of South Africa (KOSA) SA Open Championships on May 24. Rising star Logan Peters made a strong debut, showcasing dedication, strength, and spirit. Among the academy's seasoned athletes is Sensei Madelyn Breedt, who continues to mentor and inspire younger karatekas. Breedt began karate at age nine, following her brother's involvement in both karate and wrestling. With over two decades of experience, she is now a certified A-class referee and a respected figure in the sport. 'Karate has taught me discipline and respect,' said Breedt, who now trains alongside her two children. 'I began in 1993, as women's wrestling wasn't available then. When I returned after becoming a mother, I brought my kids with me. Now they're training at the academy too.' Breedt reflected on her early journey and the challenges she overcame. 'In my previous club, I excelled at kata but struggled in fighting. 'There was a girl from Tebbutt who used to beat me. My mother told me, 'Since you can't fight, join Tebbutt Academy.' That advice changed everything.' Her achievements include earning junior Springbok colours in 1996 at age 10, senior colours in 2008, and representing South Africa in the USA, where she placed third in fighting and fifth in kata in 1996. She went on to win multiple trophies in 2008. Breedt also praised the growth of female participation in the sport. 'In 1996, I often had to compete against boys due to a lack of girls in my division. It's heartening to see how far the sport has come, with more girls and diverse groups participating. Karate builds character, and as a sensei, I love mentoring the next generation.' Having had a fulfilling competitive career, Breedt now focuses on teaching and passing on her knowledge with pride. Meanwhile, KOSA President Shihan Sors Grobbelaar has announced the names of athletes selected for the KOSA A, B, and Development Teams. These athletes will represent South Africa at the 2025 WKA World Championships in October, as well as the 2026 WKA African Championships, scheduled for April/May 2026. A team Schaun Diamond Deklin Dougall Khazimba Nyikila Joao Amaral B team Logan Peters Nita Steyn Amani Essuf Solakele Ndhlovu Lizzy Steyn Michael Dougall Destiny Diamond Zian de Lange Hailey Walker Tristan Walker Johan Steyn Arabella Concalves Tanika Concalves Tyron Stevens Anke Breedt Development Team Adill Essuff Peter Baloi Nikita Breedt At Caxton, we employ humans to generate daily fresh news, not AI intervention. Happy reading!
