Karate New / Nouveau Brunswick

🚨 FINAL DAY TO REGISTER 🚨

Registration for the 2026 East Coast Games closes TONIGHT at 11:50 PM!

Don’t miss your chance to compete.

Register now: https://www.karatenb.com/events-1/2026-east-coast-games

⏰ Registration closes Wednesday at 11:50 PM for the 2026 East Coast Games!

Don’t miss your chance to compete at the final Karate New / Nouveau Brunswick tournament of the 2025/2026 season and celebrate the 10th Anniversary of the East Coast Games.

🥋 Kata & Kumite
📍 Saint John, NB
📅 June 20–21, 2026

Register now: https://www.karatenb.com/events-1/2026-east-coast-games

👕 Official 2026 East Coast Games merchandise is now available!

Celebrate the 10th Anniversary of the East Coast Games with exclusive event apparel and gear. From hoodies and t-shirts to other event merchandise, there’s something for athletes, coaches, families, and supporters.

Don’t miss your chance to grab this year’s anniversary merch before the event! 🥋

Shop now:https://www.eastcoastgames.ca/2024/05/18/east-coast-games-merch-store/

📍 East Coast Games 2026
📅 June 20–21, 2026

Register today at: https://www.karatenb.com/events-1/2026-east-coast-games

Save the date 🥋
August 7–9, 2026

Join us for a 3-day Competitive Summer Camp with special instructor Yevhen Motovylin, Karate Canada Coach and Head Coach, Karate Alberta.

All levels welcome.

Registration opens soon. Stay tuned for more details.

🥈 Congratulations to Hilary Pond on an incredible performance at the 2026 Pan American Karate Championships in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil!

Representing Team Canada, Hilary earned a Silver Medal in Female Kumite -68 kg, standing on the international podium.

This outstanding achievement is a testament to Hilary's dedication, perseverance, and commitment to excellence both on and off the tatami. We are incredibly proud to see a Karate New / Nouveau Brunswick athlete competing at this level and representing our province and country so well.

Congratulations, Hilary! Your KNB family is cheering you on and celebrating this well-deserved success.

Wishing the best of luck to Hilary Pond as she represents Team Canada at the 2026 Senior & U21 Pan American Karate Championships in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil!

Everyone at Karate New / Nouveau Brunswick is incredibly proud to see Hilary competing on the international stage and representing both Canada and New Brunswick at this level.

Good luck, Hilary! We’ll be cheering you on from home!

🍁 WE ARE HERE. 🇧🇷

59 athletes. One flag. One mission. 🥋

Team Canada has ARRIVED in Rio de Janeiro for the 2026 Senior & U21 Pan American Karate Championships (May 28–31) - and look at this squad. 😤

Let’s get it. Good luck squad - we believe in YOU! 🇨🇦🔥


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🍁 NOUS SOMMES LÀ. 🇧🇷

59 athlètes. Un drapeau. Une mission. 🥋

L’équipe canadienne est ARRIVÉE à Rio de Janeiro pour les Championnats panaméricains de karaté seniors et U21 2026 (du 28 au 31 mai) – et regardez cette équipe. 😤

C’est parti. Bonne chance à toute l’équipe – on croit en VOUS ! 🇨🇦🔥

🎉 2026 marks the 10th Anniversary of the East Coast Games!

For the past decade, athletes from across the region have come together to compete, grow, and create unforgettable memories on the tournament floor.

From first-time competitors to experienced athletes, the East Coast Games continues to celebrate dedication, sportsmanship, and the future of karate in Atlantic Canada.

Join us as we celebrate 10 Years of Building Champions. 🥋
📍 Saint John, NB
📅 June 20–21, 2026
⏰ Registration closes June 10 at 11:50 PM

Register today: https://www.karatenb.com/events-1/2026-east-coast-games

Official East Coast Games merchandise is now available: https://stores.inksoft.com/east_coast_games_merch/shop/home

🥋 Registration is NOW OPEN for the 2026 East Coast Games!

Join us June 20–21 in Saint John for the final Karate New / Nouveau Brunswick tournament of the 2025/2026 season.

The East Coast Games brings athletes together from across the region for a weekend of competition, growth, and celebration at one of Atlantic Canada’s largest annual sporting events.

Whether athletes are stepping onto the tournament floor for the first time or continuing their competitive journey, this event is a chance to showcase hard work, build confidence, and experience the excitement of competition.

🏆 Kata & Kumite
🥋 Ages 5+
📍 G. Forbes Elliot Athletics Centre
📅 Registration closes June 10 at 11:50 PM

Register today: https://www.karatenb.com/events-1/2026-east-coast-games

Official East Coast Games merchandise is now available: https://stores.inksoft.com/east_coast_games_merch/shop/home

As Day #3 comes to a close, so does the incredible 2026 Karate Canada Junior National Championships! 🇨🇦🥋

Karate New Brunswick finished the championships with another gold medal performance!

Congratulations to Oliver Bavis, Kaeden Ryan, and Will Smith on earning gold in Team Kata and becoming Junior National Champions! 🥇👏🔥

From the opening day of competition to the final matches, Karate New / Nouveau Brunswick delivered unforgettable moments, strong performances, and incredible teamwork while in Edmonton. The growth, determination, and support shown both on and off the tatamis made this a championship to remember.

Congratulations to everyone on an amazing tournament and safe travels home! 👏

Day #2 brought more incredible results for Karate New / Nouveau Brunswick at the Karate Canada Junior National Championships! 🇨🇦🥋

Congratulations to:

🥈 Olivya Kanashiro on earning a silver medal in kumite after an outstanding performance on the national stage.

🥇 Laila Ismail on becoming the 2026 Junior National Champion in her kumite division and bringing home gold for Karate New Brunswick!

We are incredibly proud of the dedication, determination, and hard work being shown by all of our athletes throughout the championships. Congratulations as well to the coaches, teammates, and supporters who continue to cheer them on every step of the way. 👏🔥

As we head into the final day of competition tomorrow, we wish all of our athletes the very best on Day #3!

Want to follow the action live? Watch on the Karate Canada YouTube channel:
https://www.youtube.com/