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Top Club Warned for Unsporting Behavior

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Top Club Warned for Unsporting Behavior

One of the top taekwondo clubs in the National Championships had been warned for the display of poor sportsmanship by some of its members and supporters during the National Taekwondo Championships held on 3 and 4 September 2011 at Toa Payoh Sports Hall.

The Singapore Taekwondo Federation (STF) and the taekwondo community in Singapore had been working very hard together to positively propagate, among other things, sportsmanship which is characterized by the slogan: ‘compete with spirit, win with humility and lose with grace’.   The participants, including the officials, coaches and supporters, lived up to the values throughout the championships.

All the participants accepted the decisions of the refereeing officials with dignity. They consoled one other and showed concern when a few players suffered from injuries which turned out to be minor. Most importantly, they congratulated each other on their victory. Such behavior was even demonstrated by young juniors – some of them no older than 7 years old.

It was a sad moment for all when some of the members and supporters of the club had to spoil it all with their behavior which is not consistent to the culture of the taekwondo which everybody else in the sport is working so hard to build. Their poor behavior was sparked off by the decision of the referee, which they disagreed but was perfectly correct. The same thing happened last year but the club was given a verbal advice.

As it was the second incident involving the club, the STF was compelled to issue a letter of warning to the club informing it that the STF would not hesitate to take disciplinary action, including but not limited to barring the club from future participation in competitions, if it chose to erode the efforts of the taekwondo community in Singapore in making character development the hallmark of the sport.

The STF appreciates the cooperation, contributions and sacrifices of its affiliates in enhancing the image of the sport. Together we can make taekwondo a useful tool for the development of better persons.

Taekwondo Hall of Fame Recognition

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Taekwondo Hall of Fame Recognition

Five members of Singapore Taekwondo Federation were recognized by the Taekwondo Hall of Fame for their involvement in the sport.

They were Mr Milan Kwee, Mr Teh Kim Soon, Mr Dick Goi, Mr Steven Soh and Ms Wong Liang Ming.The Taekwondo Hall of Fame is an international organization of technical advisors who are themselves member of the World Taekwondo Federation, International Taekwon-Do Federation, Global Taekwondo Federation and other major international taekwondo institutions.

The Singaporeans, identified by the Hall of Fame advisors, received their awards in a ceremony held on 25 August 2011 at Kukkiwon, Seoul Korea. That was the third awards ceremony and the first held outside USA. The first was held on 6 April 2007 in USA and the second was conducted on 10 April 2009 in Teaneck, New Jersey.

While Mr Teh, Mr Goi and Mr Soh were given a citation in recognition of their participation in the 1st World Taekwondo Championships in 1973, STF President, Mr Kwee, who was also with the team was inducted into the Hall of Fame for Leadership and Lifetime Achievement.

 STF President, Mr Milan Kwee (right) receiving his Leadership and Lifetime Achievement Award from Mr Gerard Robbins, Chief Executive Director of World Taekwondo Hall of Fame

Mr Teh Kim Soon
Mr Dick Goi
Mr Steven Soh

Ms Wong was also inducted in recognition of her outstanding athletic career which saw her win, among other titles, 4 gold medals in the SEA Games and 2 silver medals in the Asian Championships.

The awardees, grandmasters, leaders and champions, came from more than 25 countries and included Olympic and 4-time World Champion, Kuk Hyun Jeong.

The presentation of awards was preceded by an exhilarating and dazzling demonstration by the elite US Army 2nd Division Taekwondo Demonstration Team. And the event ended with a banquet at Samjung Hotel, about 10-minute walk from Kukkiwon.

142nd Centralized Grading

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SATURDAY15 OCT 11 2.00PM –6.00PM (Senior Red 1 & above) Toa Payoh Sports Hall 
     
Sunday  16 OCT 11  9.00AM –6.00PM (All grades except Senior Red 1 & above) Toa Payoh  Sports Hall 
IMPORTANT INFORMATION 

1. Submission for the Grading can only be at the STF office during office hours.

2. Please ensure that ALL grading cards are properly completed and duly endorsed. A recent photograph of the candidate must be attached.

3. For ALL candidates who are going for Red 1 & above , please have the following documents during submission:

a. Candidate’s grading card

 b. 1 photocopy of the candidate’s Identity Card (front & back) / Birth Certificate (for candidate below age of 12)

 c. 2 recent IC / passport photographs of the candidate

 d. Form B (duly completed)

Submission will not be accepted if any of the documents is not available or, for Form B, partially completed.

 4. Submission will not be accepted if candidate fails to produce any of the documents mentioned above.

5. The last day of submission is on 27 Sept 2011 (Tuesday) . Any submission after this date will be considered as LATE SUBMISSION.

6. Late submissions for candidates taking Brown 1 & above are to be done within two (2) weeks from 28 Sept 2011 (Wednesday). Submission beyond the grace period of two (2) weeks WILL NOT be accepted. An administrative fee will be charged accordingly for late submission. The charges are as follows:

PERIOD OF LATE SUBMISSIONAdministrative Fee Chargeable  
1st subsequent week from last day of submission (28 Sept 2011 – 4 Oct 2011) SGD 10.00
2nd subsequent week from last day of submission (5 Oct 2011 – 11 Oct 2011 )  50% of the grading fee payable by candidates for their respective grades.  

 7. An administrative fee of SGD 5.00 will be charged for late submission of candidates taking all other grades except Red 1 & above.

8. A roll call will be taken at 1.30pm for Red 1 (Senior) candidates going for 1st dan and 2.30pm for 1st dan and higher candidates. Those who miss the roll call will be considered as ABSENT or LATECOMERS. Latecomers will not be graded.

9. Candidates are to turn up in proper dress code (as stipulated by the STF) for the grading. Candidates who fail to comply with the dress code will not be allowed to take the grading.

10. Supplementary Grading can only be conducted two (2) weeks before or after the Centralised Grading and will be subjected to the approval of the Grading Department.

11. Candidates will be taking the grading at their own risk and therefore will not hold the Federation, the Grading Department or anyone so concerned, responsible for any injuries, accidents or mishaps that may befall on them during the course of the grading.

12. For any enquiries, please contact the STF Secretariat Office or the Grading Department.

Edgefield is Simply Outstanding in Taekwondo

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Edgefield is Simply Outstanding in Taekwondo

Going by the incredible progress of taekwondo students at Edgefield Secondary School, we can expect them to give the other athletes vying for honors in next year’s National Inter-School Taekwondo Championships a run for their money.

The school introduced the sport to all students early this year as part of the many innovative initiatives by its principal, Mr Leong Kok Kee. It fielded a few athletes for the national school competition just for exposure. They surprised themselves by winning not only a few medals but also finishing third in one of the categories.

When the day came, they brought pride to their school as they vowed the spectators including special guests, Dr Janil Puthucheary (Advisor, Punggol West Residents’ Committee), Mr Milan Kwee (President, Singapore Taekwondo Federation) and Mrs Daisie Yip (Superintendent, North 3 Cluster). While their kicks were outstanding for their level, their discipline, spirit and teamwork were commendable.

After the performance, the students adjourned to the school hall where they enjoyed a concert put up by some students and teachers. Seven students who received double promotion in the recent grading exercise were recognized for their achievements.

After the performance, the students adjourned to the school hall where they enjoyed a concert put up by some students and teachers. Seven students who received double promotion in the recent grading exercise were recognized for their achievements.

In order to sustain the students’ interest and enhance their standards further, the school would be organizing an inter-class competition before the end of the year.

For the impressive progress of the students, credit must also go to the team of instructors dispatched by Singapore Taekwondo Federation. The team comprises Ng Lee Noi, Simon Ang and Dave Ang.

NCAP Technical (Level 1) Course

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The NCAP Technical (Level 1) course will be held on 1, 2, 8 and 9 October 2011 at the STF National Training Centre.

The primary objective of the course is to provide basic knowledge of coaching taekwondo skills. On completing the course, participants will be able to organize practice sessions which are safe and challenging for taekwondo athletes.

Additional information on the course and the registration form are attached.

Programme, Fixtures and Protector Sizes for 38th National Kyorugi

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The programme, fixtures and protector sizes for the 38th National Kyorugi Taekwondo Championships are attached.

The event will be held on 3, 4, 10 and 11 September 2011 at Toa Payoh Sports Hall.

A reminder to all referees to report to Mr Lee Thiam Poh (Tournament Chairman) at the venue at least 30 minutes before the start of each competition day. Attendance for referees must be 100% for the 4-day event.

Please contact Mr Lee at 9106 4421 if you require any further information or clarification.

38th National Kyorugi Taekwondo Championships – Team Managers’ Meeting

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The programme and blank fixtures for the 38th National Taekwondo Kyorugi Championships are attached.  Representatives of participating affiliates are encouraged to print the documents and bring them along for the Team Mangers’ Meeting and Drawing of Lots on Saturday 27 August 2011 at 3.00pm at the National Training Centre. All participating affiliates are expected to have at least a representative each at the meeting. During the meeting, important and helpful information will be provided.  It will also be a good time for the representatives to raise any questions they may have.

Condolences to Mr Kris Wiluan and Family

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It is with the deepest sadness that the Singapore Taekwondo Federation (STF) records the recent demise of Ms Wendy Wiluan, the beloved sister of Mr Kris Wiluan, Asean Taekwondo Federation President and STF Patron.

Key officials of the STF visited the bereaved family and offered their comfort and condolences.

While the family mourned their loss, the STF wished them strength in their bereavement.

Printing on Uniforms for Competition

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For taekwondo competitions, clubs are allowed to print their club names on the uniforms. Before doing that, clubs are requested to note the following guidelines.

Club name must be printed in BLACK on the back, below the belt, of the uniform tops. It should not be larger than 28cm x 8cm (uniforms for adults) and 28cm x 5cm (uniforms for children).

The rest of the uniform design should conform to the uniform code.

Basically, the club name should not be ‘louder’ than the STF wordings. Therefore, club name in huge font size or in colors other than black will not be allowed.

Clubs, which find difficulties in understanding the guidelines, are advised to submit their name design and font size to the STF for clearance before printing.

Taekwondo Volunteers

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Taekwondo Volunteers

Mr Rocky Go and his members at Bishan CC volunteered their services to help out in the organizing of the National Day Observation Ceremony. They distributed national flags and song sheets to residents who attended the event.

On top of that they renewed their pledge of allegiance to the country. They have shown that taekwondo members are proud Singaporeans too.

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