02/27/2026
Arizona Junior & Under 30 Male Teams Captures Gold at 2026 Canada Open Taekwondo Championships
Junior male athlete Daneau Kim and Under 30 Male athlete, Kevin Meng, earned the Gold Medals in the Junior Male/U30 Male Team Poomsae division at the prestigious 2026 Canada Open Taekwondo Championships held in Calgary, Alberta.
Kevin Meng also captured 3rd place in U30 Male individual event.
Daneau Kim and Kevin Meng represented the AAU Taekwondo National Sports Poomsae Team, further highlighting the strength and depth of American poomsae talent on the international stage. Their victory reflects years of disciplined training, teamwork, and commitment to excellence.
The gold medal performances not only brings international recognition to Arizona’s growing taekwondo community but also serves as inspiration for young athletes pursuing excellence in martial arts and global competition.