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
Elk Grove, CA
Personal
I started karate at the age of 4....This my 6th consecutive year making the Junior US Team, this year I will be competing in the 18-20 Female Kata division....My hero in real life are my parents, because without their sacrifices and dedication, these opportunities wouldn’t be possible without them....I get my inspiration from my Sensei because he demonstrates the hard work and belief that life is always guiding us to the right path as long as we put the effort. And to always be better than we were yesterday...."Never doubt the power of your own potential"Career Highlights
- World Junior, Cadet & U21 Championships, Santiago, 2019 (Individual Kata - Women)
