THE target of 600 exponents has been met and its all systems go for the 4th Nestle Koko Krunch Junior Taekwondo Championships at the Kuala Lumpur Badminton Stadium in Cheras on Saturday.
The fifth and final coaching clinic was held in Taman Klang Jaya, Klang yesterday with 200 exponents attending.
The clinic, which gave an insight to exponents on what to expect during the championships, was conducted by coaches from the Malaysia Taekwondo Clubs Association (MTCA).
"It promises to be another exciting affair based on how quickly the 600-target was met.
"In fact, we had to limit the number of entries per team to accommodate more clubs as the response following the launch was overwhelming," said an MTCA spokesman.
An annual affair since 2006, Saturday's championships will see 40 clubs and districts competing.
"There will be 10 weight divisions each for the boys and girls and some divisions will see as many as 40 competing for honours.
"What makes it remarkable is the fact that all 10 weight divisions in the girls will also see keen competition."
Launched by National Sports Council director general Datuk Zolkples Embong on March 11, the five coaching clinics saw a total 1,000 exponents participating.
"The clinics will prove useful to the exponents as the championships are meant as exposure for young exponents, some of who will be competing for the first time."
Saturday's championships will be followed by a leg in Muar, Johor on May 16. Three coaching clinics will be held prior -- in Muar, Batu Pahat and Johor.
For details, contact A. Pravin at 016-6177308 as the Muar championships are limited to 400 exponents.
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