Noticias de América Latina / News from WKF LATIN AMERICA

Venezuela se mueve, Promotor José Palenzuela 

En isla Margarita el pasado 22 de abril se hizo la designación de directivos que trabajaran con WKF Venezuela UIAM en la región. 

Carlos SUAREZ and Fritz EXENBERGER

El equipo técnico del estado de Nueva Esparta quedo formado por el delegado:

Hanshi Randy José Frontado y los entrenadores Roisbelt Rodríguez, Joel Caraballo, Víctor Caraballo, Víctor Severim, José A Hernández, Leowaldo Montes y Alexis Cardona. 

Y en el estado de SUCRE el sábado 6 de mayo se formó el equipo que quedo a cago por el Shihan. Santos Rafael Barrios Bosques, como delegado de estado y los entrenadores Máster Jean Carlos Núñez, Sensei Miguel Hernández, Sensei Jacobo Alejandro Mekhedjian, Sensei. Anthony Amundarain, Sensei Eduardo Lopez. 

Próximamente WKF tendrán presencia en el Distrito Capital, en el estado Portuguesa, el estado Sulio, el estado Varina y el estado Lara.

La propuesta del promotor José Palenzuela es masificar el deporte en Venezuela bajo la bandera de WKF con vistas a los compromisos Internacionales 2023 como el campeonato Panamericano y el mundial de Francia 2024. 

 

Canadá con nuevo Promotor 

Maestro Luis Velázquez, Toronto, Canada

Designado por la oficina de Latinoamérica dirigida por el Señor Carlos Suarez se nombró un nuevo PROMOTOR en Toronto Canadá con la idea de ofrecer nuevas alternativas a los competidores. 

La persona designada es el Maestro Luis Velázquez que trabajará bajo el seguimiento y la directiva de la oficina de Latinoamérica.
Velazquez ha trabajado en otras organizaciones y desarrollo la Federación panameña de Kickboxing, hoy residiendo en Canadá trabajara desde las bases del deporte para formar competidores del país del norte. 

Le damos la Bienvenida a la familia de WKF. 

Colombia ONAN a paso firme 

El pasado 23 de abril se realizó de la mano del Promotor Luis Mediomundo 2 selectivos en diferentes ciudades en busca de formar el equipo nacional que representara a Colombia en el Campeonato Panamericano y la selección de una competidora en los 50 kilos que viajara el 12 de mayo a Chile a la Disputa del título Continental Femenino.

En 2 eventos en simultaneo el equipo de trabajo de WKF ONAN se dividió entre el norte y sur de Colombia donde se obtuvieron excelentes resultados. 

 

Chile Título Continental Femenino 

El próximo sábado 13 de mayo se realizará el título continental femenino de los 50 Kilos en la modalidad K1-Rules en la ciudad de Santiago de Chile.

El mismo se disputará en la velada FIGHT FOR HONOR organizada por la directiva de WKF en Chile liderada por Rodrigo Miño.

Las participantes son:
Por Colombia Mayra Aguilar
Por Chile Anahy Anhay
Por Argentina Maria Ferrreyra
Por Perú Roxy Apuela 

Además, se dictará una capacitación de NIVEL 3 la primera fuera de Argentina donde se oficiarán jueces árbitros y supervisores nacionales. 

Argentina, nuevos Referees Nacionales 

El 23 de abril se realizó la capacitación de Nivel 3 en Concepción del Uruguay provincia de Entre Rios, Argentina, la primera en su clase que se dicta en el país. 

Tras 6 horas y un exigente examen se otorgaron las siguientes certificaciones

Joaquín Solis, Referee Nacional categoría E
Antonio Abrigo Referee Nacional categoría E
Julián Sosa Referee Nacional categoría E
Lorena Toledo Referee Nacional categoría E
Daiana Delaloye Referee Nacional categoría E
Silvia Etcheverria Referee Nacional categoría E

 

 

Marcos Debrabandere Referee Nacional categoría D 

Juan Martin Bauza Referee Nacional categoría D 

Daniel Magallan Referee Nacional categoría D 

Matías Camejo Referee Nacional categoría D 

Diego Echeverria Supervisor Nacional categoría D 

Román Miño Supervisor Nacional categoría D 

Desde WKF los felicitamos por su gran trabajo y por el gran evento TRIBAL FIGHTS organizado por los nuevos promotores en Argentina Diego Echeverria y Román Miño. 

WKF sigue creciendo en LATINOAMERICA, y ahora con presencia en todo el continente AMERICANO.  

¡NADIE ES MAS FUERTE QUE TODOS NOSOTROS JUNTOS! 

WKF fighters license for all WKF Championships and events

WKF SportpassWKF head office would like to remind all our presidents to fix and to to update on time WKF fighters license (sport book) for all participants for all Championships and events for 2023.
 
Please pay attention to the valid medical certificate !
 
All international teams are requested for, to present their valid WKF licenses by registration and weigh-in.
 
Of course you can get new one´s on request on the official WKF desk.

For new sports passes or current annual stamps, please fill in the FIGHTER PROFILE , add a jpg Photo at and show your fighter license by registration in the venue.

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WKF USA reports the next event today in Miami

Mr. Agustín ANDIARENA

Since February 19, the WKF Sports Director in the United States Mr. Agustín ANDIARENA will implement a work plan with a view to the WKF international championships.

We have now our first WKF sanctioned event 2023 in “Wolfpack Boxing Club” Miami, Florida, on April 29th.

Mr. Andiarena will work to be represented in FRANCE 2024 at the great and historic World Championship with a team from all over the USA.

In all mats and Ring sport disciplines, for the best ladies and man.

1964 – 2024 means 60 years World Kickboxing Federation

If you have any questions for our WKF USA office, simply send an email with your request:  contact: wkfunitedstates@gmail.com

First event 2023 in Miami from the WKF USA

Made in USA

Last Saturday on May 1st the first official sanction of an event in the United States by the WKF was made.

The sanctioning body made up of Agustin Andiarena, Emiliano Arrieta, Gabriel Kurunga and Namir, were in charge of 3 amateur Kickboxing matches at the Sparwars Vol. 10 event.

WKF USA team in Florida – Agustin Andiarena, Emiliano Arrieta, Gabriel Kurunga and Namir

The fights were of a very good level and following the international rules and regulations of the WKF.

We are very happy to have officially started the 2023 competition circuit.

On May 6, WKF USA will be present at the Mixed Striking Show event, which will be the second official event of the WKF Federation and will feature more than 10 fights between Boxing and Kickboxing.

 

 

 

 

 

Fights results

Brandon Tover (W) vs Ramiro Gonzalez (L)   TKO 2nd Round 

Amateur Kickboxing Light Welter Weight – AJ Castellanos (W) vs Brown Marcieus (L)  Points

Amateur Kickboxing Welter Weight  – Taj Barker vs RJ Herrera   Draw

Great WKF event in Cyprus

WKF CYPRUS director since 2012, Mr. Christos NICOLAOU

WKF CYPRUS president Mr.Chris NICOLAOU report from last WKF event in Cyprus !

Last night’s fight between Giorgis and Giaz at La Maison Vraxos for the national title at Superheavyweight + 96.5Kg / 212 lbs under WKF K-1 rules was nothing short of amazing. With a closed distance and full action throughout the entire match, both fighters left everything they had in the ring.

Giorgis, known for his powerful strikes and powerful kicks , came out strong in the first round, landing several clean hits on Giaz. Giaz, however, refused to back down and responded with some hard-hitting combinations of his own, keeping the fight close.

WKF CYPRUS president Chris NICOLAOU present belt and certificate to the winner GIAZ

As the rounds progressed, the fight became increasingly tense, with both fighters refusing to give an inch. Giorgis continued to push forward, landing powerful kicks and punches, while Giaz fought back with his own impressive strikes in boxing .

The final round was particularly intense, with both fighters giving it their all. Giaz seemed to have the upper hand, but giorgis refused to give up, landing some impressive hits that kept the crowd on the edge of their seats.

As the final bell rang, both fighters were exhausted and covered in sweat. The judges’ decision was a close one, but in the end, Giaz was declared the winner, much to the delight of his fans.

The fight between Giorgis and Giaz was a true display of skill, strength, and determination. Both fighters showed incredible sportsmanship and respect for each other throughout the match, and it was clear that they both left everything they had in the ring.

Overall, the fight was a testament to the skill and dedication of these two incredible fighters, and it will no doubt be remembered as one of the most exciting matches in recent memory.

… and the winner is GIAZ

WKF AFRICA continental federation 2023

WKF – World Kickboxing Federation

 

WKF AFRICA continental federation

is the oldest and one of the largest World wide sanctioning body since 1964, for PPF – Pro Point fighting, Kickboxing, Thai boxing and MMA. Since 2015 in the program is SANDA !

For amateur events as well as for professionals. We have continental office on 6 continents and more than 140 member countries World wide.

Now we want to invite YOUR champions for international events and we are looking for WKF promoters and managers everywhere in Africa.

To get listed in our World rankings fill in the fighter profile and add a jpg of your fighter, male and female.

If you´re interested to become part of the WKF World wide family send just a mail to our WKF head office.

African continental open Championships 2023

Which African country can promote this 3-5 days event ?

With good Hotels, international airport and great sport hall ?

 

Have you seen all our continental web sites ?

WKF ASIA , WKF AFRICA, WKF EUROPE,

WKF LATIN AMERICA and CARIBBEAN ,

WKF AUSTRALIA and WKF NORTH AMERICA !!!

32 member countries in WKF AFRICA

 

WKF CYPRUS – next event today May 1st

The world of kickboxing is about to witness one of the most thrilling events of the year as the Legendary Road Championships Kickboxing event takes place today May 1st, 2023, under the auspices of the World Kickboxing Federation.

The event will be hosted at La Maison Vraxos, a luxurious venue known for its elegance and sophistication.

The event is expected to attract the best kickboxers from around the Island all vying for the chance to showcase their skills and compete for the prestigious title of champion.

the one and only – WKF CYPRUS director since 2012, Mr. Christos NICOLAOU

The Cyprus kickboxing event is the perfect opportunity for kickboxing enthusiasts to witness firsthand the raw power and athleticism of some of the most talented kickboxers in the Island. With fighters hailing from different countries, the event promises to be a truly National affair, with each competitor bringing their unique style and techniques to the ring. Especially with the Title Belt Of National title in the 90+kg Division.

As one of the most exciting and dynamic combat sports, kickboxing has grown in popularity in recent years, with more and more people getting interested in the sport. Legendary Road Championships Kickboxing event is an excellent chance for newcomers to the sport to experience the thrill of kickboxing and witness the skill and expertise of seasoned professionals.

The World Kickboxing Federation, which oversees the event, is one of the leading organizations in the sport of kickboxing. They are committed to promoting the sport and providing a platform for talented fighters to showcase their skills. With their support, the Legendary Road Championships Kickboxing event promises to be a world-class event that will attract the attention of kickboxing enthusiasts from around the Island.

La Maison Vraxos, the venue for the event, is known for its luxurious and elegant setting. With its beautiful architecture and stunning interior design, the venue is the perfect backdrop for a high-profile event such as the Cyprus kickboxing event. Spectators can expect to be treated to a truly unforgettable experience as they witness the best of the best in kickboxing go head-to-head in the ring.

In conclusion, the Legendary Road Championships Kickboxing event promises to be a must-see event for kickboxing enthusiasts and sports fans alike. With the world’s top kickboxers set to compete under the auspices of the World Kickboxing Federation, this event is sure to be a highlight of the kickboxing calendar.

Don’t miss out on the chance to witness the excitement and drama of this thrilling sport at La Maison Vraxos on May 1st, 2023.