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KARATE WA LEAGUE | Perth Open

An impressive day of competition for all Team GMA athletes at the Karate WA League - Perth Open on 14 June 2026, especially those who stepped onto the tatami for their very first competition. You all represented Team GMA with pride and determination, and we couldn't be more proud of your efforts.

A sincere thank you to our dedicated coaches, Mark Golding, Laura Golding, Lester Maru John, Janette Ho, Cameron Quinn, and Mia Vroomans, whose expertise and unwavering support play a vital role in our athletes' success.

Thank you to our amazing volunteers, Andrew Currie and Jason Thomas, who continue to generously volunteer their time and support Karate WA events.

Results are as follows:

Kata -🥇Gold
Savain Herat
Tyga Kosaka

Kata -🥈Silver
Jamyang Reegyel Penjor
Aislinn Thomas

Kata -🥉Bronze
Alexa Krohn

Kumite -🥇Gold
Diego Cattaruzza
Laura Golding
Liliana Gonzalez Asenjo
Mason McGrath
Jamyang Reegyel Penjor
Cameron Quinn (x2)

Kumite -🥈Silver
Zai Portughes Preston
Sadhbh Smith-Flanagan
Aislinn Thomas
Zachary Thomas
Mia Vroomans (x2)

Kumite -🥉Bronze
Savain Herat
Tyga Kosaka
Drimed Tobdhen

Good luck to all Team GMA members competing in the Karate WA League - Perth Open this Sunday, 14 June 2026, at the Gold Netball Centre. Own the moment!

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KARATE WA LEAGUE | Goju Kai Open

Congratulations to all Team GMA members who competed at the Karate WA League - Goju Kai Open on 24 May 2026. Every member delivered a strong performance, and we are incredibly proud of each and every one of you!

To our coaches Mark Golding, Laura Golding, Lester Maru John, Janette Ho, Cameron Quinn and Mia Vroomans, thank you for the time, knowledge and encouragement you continue to invest in our athletes. Your leadership, dedication and support play an important role in the growth and success of our team.

Thank you also to Andrew Currie, Deb Portughes Preston, and Jason Thomas, who continue to volunteer as marshalls and table officials, helping the event run smoothly. A special mention and sincere thank you to Marius Flanagan, who generously built and donated trolleys to Karate WA for the transporting and storage of the tatami mats. Your time, effort, and contribution are sincerely appreciated and have provided tremendous support to the organisation.

We are also grateful to all the family members, friends and supporters whose cheers and encouragement are integral to our success.

Results are as follows:

Kata -🥇Gold
Savain Herat
Hayden Maru (x2)

Kata -🥈Silver
Tyga Kosaka
Sukhkirat Singh
Drimed Tobdhen

Kata -🥉Bronze
Aislinn Thomas
Zachary Thomas

Kumite -🥇Gold
Mason McGrath
Aislinn Thomas
Zachary Thomas

Kumite -🥈Silver
Diego Cattaruzza
Tyga Kosaka
Mia Vroomans (x2)

Kumite -🥉Bronze
Luka Dordevic
Ella Fazari
Savain Herat
Jamyang Reegyel Penjor
Sukhkirat Singh
Sadhbh Smith-Flanagan

Huge congratulations to Laura Golding and Sensei Mark Golding on this outstanding achievement!

The Men’s and Women’s Kumite Teams are now Oceania Champions and have officially qualified for the Karate World Cup in Hangzhou, China, taking place from 20 - 22 November 2026. 🥋🏆🌏

Australia and New Zealand Secure Oceania Team Titles at OKF Senior Team Championships in Auckland - WKF Australia and New Zealand Secure Oceania Team Titles at OKF Senior Team Championships in Auckland

Two Teams, ONE NATION - CHAMPIONS! 🇦🇺

DOUBLE CHAMPIONS! 🇦🇺🏆🏆

Our Australian Men’s and Women’s Teams are officially Oceania Champions after an amazing battle against a very strong New Zealand side!

The passion, intensity, and team spirit on display were outstanding, and we couldn’t be prouder of the way our athletes represented Australia.

With these victories, both teams have now qualified for the Karate World Cup in Hangzhou, China from 20–22 November 2026 🌏🔥

Special mention to for the incredible live stream and professional coverage throughout the championships. Fantastic work in bringing the action to everyone watching around the world.

Congratulations team - Australia is proud! 👏🇦🇺