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.
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Hometown
Brooklyn, NY
Quick Facts
- I started karate when I was 9 years old
- This is my first time making the Junior US Team for the 18-20 +68kg division.
- I get my inspiration from many places. My family is my biggest one because I aim to do my very best in many aspects in life whether its in school or in Karate. I carry my family name with pride wherever I go. My teammates and my Senseis Sensei Luis Ruiz and Sensei Maya Wasowicz are another inspiration because they push me to be the best athlete and person every single day
- "Work hard in silence, let your success be your noise." - Frank Ocean
