Great achievement for the Pan American Taekwondo Union in the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games

The Paris 2024 Paralympic Games represented a golden chapter for Para-Taekwondo of the Pan American Union, with an extraordinary performance of its athletes, who, thanks to their effort and dedication, won seven medals that enhanced the continent. The performance of the athletes from the region not only underlines their talent, but also the solid preparation they have received from coaches committed to take them to the top.

The results were:

– Angelica Espinoza (Peru): Gold medal.
– Ana Moura (Brazil): Gold medal.
– Luis Nájera (Mexico): Silver medal.
– Silvana Cardoso (Brazil): Bronze medal.
– Juan García (Mexico): Bronze medal.
– Evan Medell (United States): Bronze medal.
– Juan Zamorano (Argentina): Bronze medal.

The Role of Coaches

In the athletes’ success, the invaluable work of their coaches cannot be overlooked. Figures such as María Espinoza and Janet Alegría, who were a fundamental part, have proven to be a pillar in the preparation of their athletes, transmitting not only technical knowledge, but also the motivation to achieve greatness in the highest Paralympic event.

For his part, coach Alan Nascimento of Brazil, who has worked tirelessly with medalists Ana Moura and Silvana Cardoso, has been key to their success, guiding the athletes to excellence with his strategic approach and ability to bring out their best in every bout.

PATU’s Commitment to Athlete Brilliance

The Pan American Taekwondo Union (PATU), under the leadership of its president Juan Manuel Lopez, has played a crucial role in propelling these athletes to the top. Lopez expressed his satisfaction with the results, highlighting the importance of teamwork between athletes and coaches. “We are incredibly proud of these results, which reflect the sacrifice and effort of our athletes and coaches. At PATU we will continue to work to make the Paralympic dreams of many more athletes come true.”

This focus on the real protagonists, the athletes, and their coaches, has been a constant in the work of PATU, whose mission is to ensure that athletes have the tools they need to shine on the international stage.

The Road to the Future

With these historic results, the Pan American Para-Taekwondo athletes have left an indelible mark on the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games, proving that with dedication, effort and a committed technical team, dreams can come true. The future of Para-Taekwondo in the Americas is bright, and these athletes are the proof of it.