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Category: Sports
WAAAM States 2025: A Showcase of Youth Wrestling Excellence
LANSING – The Don Johnson Field House in Lansing was alive on May 3, as it hosted the WAAAM States 2025, wrestling tournament that brought together some of the most promising young athletes from across Michigan. Allandale Wrestling Club’s 6-year-old wrestler, Chloe Barker was among the youngest competitors at the event and she was ready…
Meet Olivia DeLaCruz: Eastern High’s Quiet Force on the Mat
At just 17, Olivia DeLaCruz has already left her mark on Lansing Eastern High’s wrestling program quietly, confidently, and with unwavering dedication. Competing in the 115-120 pound division, Olivia isn’t just one of the few girls on the team, she’s one of its most driven competitors. Now a junior, she’s no stranger to the grind.…
From Buenos Aires to Mercedes: Martial Arts Journey Unites Continents
For over four decades, Gualberto Moncayo has immersed himself in martial arts, beginning as a young practitioner in Buenos Aires, Argentina. His dedication led him to become an 8th-degree black belt in Kajukenbo, specializing in the Gaylord Method. Recognized as the Ambassador for South America by the Kajukenbo Association of America (KAA), Moncayo’s journey reflects…
Puerto Rican Martial Artist Reunites with Mentor, Trains Under Grandmaster at Texas Kajukenbo Memorial Tournament
MERCEDES, Texas – Onell Bonilla hadn’t seen his martial arts teacher in over 10 years. During that time, they stayed connected online, discussing training exercises and the Kajukenbo philosophy. Then one day in November, Bonilla,40, received a phone call from his teacher and mentor Professor Gualberto Moncayo. He invited him to attend the Texas Kajukenbo…
Castro Captures State Title, Leads Mercedes to Powerlifting Championship
MERCEDES, Texas – Isaiah Castro powered his way to a state title in the 148-pound division, helping lift the Mercedes Tigers to a first-place team finish at the 5A/6A Texas High School Powerlifting Association (THSPA) State Tournament held in Abilene. Teammate Matthew Perez also delivered a strong performance, earning third place in the 308-pound division.…
Texas Kajukenbo Karate team practice for kumite
By TANYA GARCIA MERCEDES, Texas — Grandmaster Armando Saldana has been training his students to be prepared for the South Texas Karate League tournament set to take place on March 29, in Laredo, Texas. The students heading to the competition marks their second tournament of the year, and many of them are coming off championship victories…