Peshawar's Taekwondo Star waniya Craves Recognition Despite National, International Success
waniya, a rising Taekwondo star from Peshawar, has a story
of dedication, talent, and a yearning for recognition. This young black belt
has not only dominated provincial and national competitions but has also
represented Pakistan on international stages in Thailand and Dubai.
Waniya, a class 8 student, balances her academic pursuits
with her passion for Taekwondo. She
began her journey five years ago, and with unwavering determination, has
already amassed a collection of titles and honors. Her dedication is evident in
her numerous medals from Peshawar district competitions, inter-school
tournaments, and provincial championships.
Waniya's national achievements include a bronze medal at the
National Junior Championship.
Internationally, she has competed in Dubai and Thailand, gaining
valuable experience despite not medaling in Dubai. However, her trip to Thailand proved
fruitful, bringing home a silver and two bronze medals – a testament to her
fighting spirit and love for her country.
Despite her impressive accomplishments, Waniya feels a
disheartening lack of encouragement from the provincial government and sports
department. Following the recent
Under-23 Games where Peshawar secured a gold and two bronze medals in
Taekwondo, Waniya, a medalist herself, was not invited to the felicitation
ceremony for the participants.
Waniya believes martial arts are crucial, especially for women's self-defense. She emphasizes the need for government support and qualified coaches to address the shortage within the provincial sports directorate. waniya's story highlights the need to celebrate and empower talented female athletes like her, who are paving the way for a brighter future of Taekwondo in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Pakistan.
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