With Karate’s Olympic Future Uncertain, Sakura Kokumai Eyes Strong Showing At Pan Am Games
Kokumai, a 2020 Olympian, will go from the world championships in Hungary right to Chile for the Pan Am Games.
Athlete Bio#
Hometown
Geneva, IL
Personal
I started karate when I was 5 years old....My heroes in real life are my parents because they are always there no matter what. They always believe in me, even when I don't believe in myself....My biggest win was making the US Junior Team this year because it is my first time making the Team!...I get most of my inspiration from my family, coaches and teammates because they are always supporting me, and pushing me to be the best version of myself...."Victorious in the knowledge that I brought the best of what I could be to the field of battle." -Vincent LombardiCareer Highlights
- World Junior, Cadet & U21 Championships, Santiago, 2019 (+54kg Kumite - Women)
