With a focus on kickboxing, the IKKU Championships in Dublin provide the perfect platform for NIKW Brunton Karate Belfast to showcase their martial arts skills. This event allows players to showcase their skills and demonstrate their ability to play in a competitive environment.
Despite the tough competition, the members of the Belfast Brunton Karate team performed and showed great skill and strength throughout the competition. Under the leadership of former world champion boxer James Brenton, the team took this competition seriously.
Their hard work and training paid off as they amassed an impressive array of medals, showcasing their skills across a range of age and weight classes. From championships to runners-up and bronze medals, every member contributes to the success of the Bruton Karate Belfast team.
Coach Brenton expressed his pride in his team’s performance and praised their ability to translate practice into real results on the field. He emphasized the importance of competition experience in their development as martial artists and expressed confidence to succeed in future competitions.
While the athletes of Belfast’s Bruton Karate team bask in the glory of their achievements in Dublin, they are already looking ahead to future competitions. Through their strength and talent, they are poised to make long-term contributions to the martial arts community, inspiring others with their passion and passion for the sport. Points for the medal table
The Belfast Bruton Karate team did not disappoint, collecting some impressive medals that reflect their commitment and skills.
The main ones are:
TIP: Tierna Lavery used grit and determination to claim the title in the Girls 12-13 division.
Silver and Bronze Medal Success: Anastasia Kachina showcased her skills by winning silver in the 16-17 age group and bronze in the open weight category. Also, Shea Johnston and Sean Parker showed their skill and toughness by winning silver and second in their respective divisions.

There were many bronze medal achievements: Katelynn McCracken, Thomas Bell, Oisin McAllister, Alexandria Crowe and Finn Lay Fionn Rye showed talent and passion by taking bronze in their respective categories and achieving the success of the party.
Teacher pride
Former world champion boxer James Brenton coached the team at the tournament in Dublin and expressed his pride in their performance. He praised the team’s ability to turn practice into action and emphasized the importance of competitive experience to continued growth and success.
“It’s great to see the team’s hard work and dedication pay off,” said Brunton. “Their hard work and playing experience are paying off, and I’m sure they will continue to be successful in the future.”
Looking to the future
Belfast karateka Brenton has set a new level of excellence with his performance in Dublin. Their success in the IKKU tournament is a testament to their passion and martial arts skills. Looking forward to the tournament, they are ready to continue their winning streak and rise to the top of the karate world. With their determination and commitment to excellence, Bruton Karate Belfast athletes know how to inspire others and leave a lasting legacy in the sport.
