Kieren's throw brings huge response

Kieren Handley of the Woy Woy Judo Club competed at the two-day Sydney Inter Open Run at the Blacktown Leisure Centre on September 21 and 22.

Handley, who competed in the Junior Men's under-73kg division, dominated his opponents with 10-point throws.

Kieren is a new Brown Belt competitor after success in the Shoalhaven Open in March and two Kyu Grade (under Black Belt) competitions at Sydney Olympic Park.

Handley's bouts brought a huge response from the crowd, especially after his instigation of the technique called Hari Goshi (sweeping hip throw) on a Sho Dan (first Black Belt) from Victoria, catapulting him in a complete spin to win gold on the first day.

Day two brought different results when both Kieren and fellow club member and assistant coach, Daniel Simmons, joined together in the Men's under-73kg division.

Handley was carrying an injury behind his left knee and Daniel had recently returned to Australia after three months in the USA competing at the Miami Grand Slam.

Daniel also suffered a torn ligament during a training session which put him on the sidelines for three and a half weeks.

The two fought diligently although ended up placing out of the medal contention this time.

Daniel also flew to South Australia recently for the South Australian Inter Open where he placed second

Email, 11 Oct 2013

Lindy Simmons, Woy Woy Judo Club