Photo: 29th Darumashi Combined Martial Arts Tournament

The 29th annual Daruma Games held at the Whitney Institute featured thrilling karate action and great performances by athletes of all ages and skill levels.

A spokesperson said, “Talia Iris, the representative of the Daruma Zenshi-ryu Karate Dojo, stole the show with her victory in the black belt kata combined. It received high praise and praise.

“But the excitement didn't stop there. Jaishun Jones of Harto-Ryu Dojo put in a great performance in the Under 10 Novice category, showing focus and energy to win in a fiercely competitive field. I did.

“In the Teen Boys Kumite division, Michael Burgess of Shurikan Dojo showed off his skills, defeating newcomer Tre Simmons in a thrilling final. Meanwhile, in Boys Kumite 10 and Under, Noah Rowe and Chan Simmons engaged in a fierce battle, with Simmons narrowly defeating Law by one point in his debut kumite match.

“Edmund Johnson, Shotocup Director and Bermuda Karate Federation Secretary General, expressed his satisfaction at the high level of focus and determination shown by all participants throughout the event.

“Gladwin Roots-Phillips, Tournament Director and Chief Instructor at the Daruma Zenshi Ryu Karate Dojo, emphasized the importance of events like the Daruma Match in the development of Bermuda's young karate practitioners. He encouraged students to register and emphasized the great benefits they would receive by participating.

“Special recognition goes to Jaquit Young who demonstrated the talent developed through the BKFA Kickstart program and won a gold medal in his debut event.

“The 29th Daruma Match was a testament to the talent, dedication and spirit of Bermuda’s martial arts community and was an inspiration to participants and spectators alike.

1. Senior women over 21 years old

2. Senior men over 21 years old

3. Senior women under 19 years old

4. Senior male under 19 years old