Northamptonshire students from Daventry Tigers, established by Mark and Sarah Robson, and its sister clubs prepared intensely to compete at the 2023 Taekwondo International World Championships.
Nearly 3000 martial artists representing over 20 countries took part in the tournament over the three days, July 14-16, at Coventry Skydome.
70 local students won 23 gold, 17 silver, and 20 bronze medals across a variety of events, with a total of 60 medals.
The results exceeded the team’s expectations.
5. Daventry Tigers students at Taekwondo International World Championships
Double Silver winner, Helen Griffiths, performing in the individual patterns category. Photo: Mark Robson
6. Daventry Tigers at Taekwondo International World Championships
Master Jackson White, 69, at the Taekwondo International World Championships. Photo: Mark Robson
7. Daventry Tigers students at Taekwondo International World Championships
Ashley Kelly performing in the medal play-offs in the individual patterns category. Photo: Mark Robson
8. Daventry Tigers at Taekwondo International World Championships
Master Jackson White, 69, at the Taekwondo International World Championships. Photo: Mark Robson