The Republic Taekwondo Championship for juniors, cadets, and children categories kicked off today, Friday, at Al-Jalaah Sports City in Damascus, with the participation of 365 players.
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Sharif Dirki, Secretary-General of the Taekwondo Federation, said the championship sees wide participation from various age groups, noting that the Federation focuses on discovering promising talents and nurturing them through continuous guidance and training. He added that upcoming championships will feature a clearer separation between age groups, enabling more distinctive central competitions.
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On his part, Esber Elias, Chairman of the Referees Committee, stated that the competitions rely on the standard non-electronic refereeing system for the black belt category, while the traditional method is used for refereeing other categories. He clarified that the Federation pays attention to young talents by directing clubs to continue training and developing their level in preparation for central championships.
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Coach Abdul Rahman Baqala emphasized that the championship features good technical levels despite the young age of participants, stressing the importance of considering the specifics of these age groups from both physical and skill perspectives, particularly neuromuscular coordination. He pointed out the necessity of providing suitable mats and training tools for each category, praising the efforts of coaches in preparing players and honing their skills.
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On his part, Tournament Director Sattouf Al-Mohammed indicated that the competitions are proceeding well under appropriate organization and supervision, with all capabilities available for its success. The championship concludes tomorrow, Saturday.
Source: Syrian Arab News Agency (SANA)
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