San Francisco Kickers haul medals at Caraga Age Group Taekwondo Championships
AGUSAN DEL SUR -- The San Francisco (SF) Kickers shone brightly at the Caraga Age Group Taekwondo Championships 2024, bringing home an impressive haul of medals in both Kyorugi and Poomsae events. The tournament, held at SM City Butuan, showcased the team’s exceptional skill, discipline, and determination on December 28.
The SF Kickers delivered stellar performances in the Kyorugi division, capturing 5 gold, 3 silver, and 6 bronze medals. The following athletes stood atop the podium:
Gold medalists:
Zion Antala
Zachary Francis P. Dalen
Anya Reese Lien P. Palabrica
Nicole Kyle Naranjo
Chanel Mae Belarmino
Silver medalists:
John March Angelou Tahil
Andi Ross Lian P. Palabrica
Khate O. Barrios
Bronze medalists:
Jian Kelly Supiter
Lee Jared Martin
Terrence Ezekiel Caballero
Johncris Mondejar
Yvan Empuesto
The team also dominated the Poomsae division, earning 7 gold, 3 silver, and 5 bronze medals, with individual and team routines receiving top marks.
Gold medalists:
Anya Reese Lien Palabrica
Chanel Mae Belarmino
Xian Xio N. Arreza
Jian Kelly Supiter
Silver medalists:
Gabrielle Giovana Balagtas
Andi Ross Lian P. Palabrica
David Hendrech Aduana
Bronze medalists:
Yvan Empuesto
Zion Antala
Zachary Francis P. Dalen
Hermes James Duhay
Edmundo Dasmariñas
The Team Poomsae Boys - Cadet, composed of Hermes James C. Duhay, Xian Xio N. Arreza, and David Hendrech Aduana, also captured a gold medal with their synchronized routine.
The success of the SF Kickers served as a testament to the dedication and guidance of their Head Coach Ryan M. Balinton, along with coaches Ryan James D. Cambo, Ariel B. Rupa, and Andrew Anthony D. Tedor, who played a pivotal role in preparing the athletes for the competition.
This remarkable achievement reflected the hard work, discipline, and perseverance of the SF Kickers. Their triumphs at the Caraga Age Group Taekwondo Championships 2024 marked another milestone in their journey of excellence. (PGAS-Sports and Youth Development/PIA-Agusan del Sur)