World Championship Triumph for OA City Fields Student

Ellis England, a Year 10 student at ϳԹ City Fields, is celebrating after becoming world champion at the World Karate Commission (WKC) World Championship.

After earning a spot on the team to represent England, Ellis, 14, was able to secure the gold medal in the age 13/14 minus 50kg category at the world championship event held in Orlando, Florida.

Commenting on the win, he said:

“I’m over the moon. I have been Kickboxing for eight years now, after starting when I was just seven and it has been my dream to win a World Championship. I didn't think I’d be able to achieve it this soon and thought it would take more time. I couldn't believe the moment when my arm was raised”.

Ellis trains four times a week after school at the Russell Street-based Kaiju Martial Arts, as well as instructing younger students once a week.

Looking forward to his future kickboxing career, Ellis stated:

“I hope to retain my world championship title next year in Albufeira, Portugal and thinking longer term, I would like to open my own kickboxing club with my Mum who also represents England in kickboxing”.

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