Amman: Women's Kickboxing Championship concluded Saturday with 120 athletes from 20 clubs and training centers competing in 92 bouts, underscoring growing female participation in the sport across the Kingdom.
According to Jordan News Agency, the championship was organized by the Jordan Kickboxing Federation and registered 133 entries across three disciplines: point fighting, kick light, and light contact. The event featured competition across all recognized age categories, from young athletes to juniors, youth, and senior women.
The broad range of age groups provided younger competitors with an opportunity to test their skills in a competitive setting while allowing more experienced athletes to showcase their abilities. This diversity in age categories highlights the inclusive nature of the championship, offering a platform for both novices and seasoned athletes.
Women also took center stage in officiating, with an all-female refereeing team overseeing the bouts throughout the championship, reflecting their expanding role in the technical side of the sport. This move underscores the growing involvement of women not only as athletes but also as key figures in the management and execution of sporting events.
The federation emphasized that the championship forms part of its efforts to expand women's participation in kickboxing and develop a new generation of female athletes, referees, and coaches capable of representing Jordan at local, Arab, and international competitions. This initiative aims to strengthen the presence and impact of women in the sport on multiple levels.