Karate (Interim)

Unfortunately our ICSD Technical Director for karate, Francois Khalef has to resign for professional reasons.  It is a loss for ICSD because he is a great sportsman who has a huge knowledge about Karate.

It is our job now to find an equal replacement for him. It will be very difficult. If someone is interested to become Technical Director for Karate, I urgently ask for a fast agreement with the ICSD office. We appreciate your support and willingness.

In light of Mr. Khalef's resignation, I was his replacement during the Taipei Site Inspection 2009.  It was generally passed with satisfactory status.  We can now get ready for 2009 Summer Deaflympics.

Keep in mind, starting on 1 January 2009, there are two (2) revised rules for Karate - Age Eligibility and Competition Weight Categories.

The age eligibility applies to Karate athletes who are at least 18 years old in 2009 (born in 1991 or before) with black belt (1st Dan or more) standing.

For new competition weight categories, please visit Karate Technical Regulations for details.

Josef WILLMERDINGER
ICSD Sports Director

By Josef Willmerdinger