Athletes of the Month ~ February
Name: MALACHI Age: 13 Sport: Karate
What Malachi has learned through karate: “Being strong is all about discipline. I am not afraid of bigger boys in the schoolyard now, because Sensei has taught me how to control my mind. Being strong and fit means I can make my body do what I want it to do. If I see someone do a move, I know that if I practice, I can do it too. I feel much more confident now.”
Who has influenced Malachi the most? “Sensei Sato is an example for all of us. He’s been teaching Karate in Vancouver for more than 40 years. Some of his black belt students have been training with him for over 20 years!”
What A4K means to Malachi: “A4K means that I can keep going to Karate and gymnastics. Thank you A4K!”
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Name: MIRINEE Age: 15 Sport: Synchronized Swimming
What Mirinee loves most about synchronized swimming: “This is a very unique sport which combines speed swimming, gymnastics and dance. There are many opportunities for personal challenges as well as team challenges. It has given me confidence that if I work hard, I can succeed. We train really hard, and we are really fit.”
How participating in swimming has influenced Mirinee: “Synchronized swimming has shown me what being part of a team really means. You get a really special bond with your teammates and coach – you depend on each other and you push yourself to make that happen.”
What A4K means to Mirinee: “A4K gave me support to be part of something amazing. The donors that give to A4K give kids a chance to do their best, and have fun doing it.”
