THE country’s top and seasoned players, including members of the national team, and rising stars from clubs and schools will see action in the Smart/MVPSF National CPJ (Carlos Palanca, Jr.) Taekwondo Championships on March 23-24 at the Ayala Malls (Manila Bay) in Pasay City.
The Philippine Taekwondo Association said the two-day tournament has already attracted 1,500 participants who will compete in two events–Kyorugi (free sparring) and Poomsae (form).
Sponsored by the Philippine Sports Commission, Philippine Olympic Committee and Milo, the annual event will also serve as a tune-up for national team members who will see action in the Asian Taekwondo Championships, Chuncheon Korea Open Championships, World Junior Championships and Asian Indoor Martial Arts Games (AIMAG) and World Poomsae Championships.
