Whipple Headed to Junior Worlds
June 16th, 2006
Congratulations to Willy Whipple II Dan, of McCauley Taekwon-Do (Blue Mountain), who, despite having the stomach flu earned his spot on the US Junior World Team by winning a Silver Medal.
On June 11, 2006, in Rio Rancho, New Mexico, Willy, along with over 100 other junior hopefuls competed in the Junior World Qualifiers. Willy demonstrated the meaning of perseverance when he stepped into the ring after having the stomach flu for two days. Even though he was challenged in both strength and stamina, his training and mental focus took him to the Gold Medal Round.
Willy will be joining several other competitors to represent the US Junior Team in Geelong, Australia September 13 - 17th, 2006. We are looking forward to the competition and have high expectations for Willy to make it to the medal round.
His instructor, Mr. Mason McCauley III Dan, who will also be overseeing coaching at worlds, coached Willy.
What a great job Willy!!! Wish I could go to Australia with you guys. Way to do it Big Willy Style.
Comment by Marchand — June 16, 2006 @ 1:45 pm