The Clash 2011

The Clash Sunday 20th February 2011

The Clash Kickboxing tournament is hosted by Cainedo Martial Arts of Oxford.
London Warriors entered four students on this occasion.

First up was Liz Ferioli, back from a year off after having a baby. Liz took part in a points bout and after drawing the fight 6 each after 2 rounds, the 2 girls had a ‘sudden death’ fight off which saw razor sharp Liz claiming a well-deserved victory.

Fourteen year old Kieran Ayres took to the ring and although a novice to the tournament arena, he fought with true warrior sprit. Through Kieran didn’t win this entertaining and action packed bout he learned a lot and gained valuable experience.

Terri Smith returned to the fight arena after a short lay off. This continuous bout was dynamic with both girls throwing a flurry of fast hand and feet combinations.

After hard fought content, the bout was adjudged to be a draw, Terri pushed forward applying pressure in the deciding third round, it was a very close round but Terri’s opponent got the judge’s final decision.

Finally representing the Warriors for the first time was novice Keely Hammond.
Fighting in a 3 girl round robin, Keely despatched her first opponent after the first round, her second bout saw Keely battling for first place. Keely’s determination and energy won the day and she was declared overall victorious.