A super-tough Dundee schoolgirl is quickly fighting her way to the top of the world’s kickboxing charts. Lily Valentine picked up the Grand Champion belt at the recent English Open Championships.
The 14-year-old is part of the city’s hugely successful Skyaxe Fight team that has trained dozens of champions - both young and old.
The group is led by 8th Dan fighter Paul Kean and his professional boxer son, also Paul, but they also have local teachers and other professional workers on their team of super-dedicated coaches.And last Sunday all their hard work paid off with a stunning cross-border raid to England when they collected a huge haul of trophies and medals.They travelled with a huge squad of 47 fighters, eight coaches and bucket loads of parents to Barnsley for the World Kickboxing Organisation championships.The team was made up of beginners at their first tournament to seasoned fighters with ages ranging from five to over 40.Lily won the overall Grand Champion belt while young Billy Thomson the best overall male.DundeeLive brings you the latest headlines from Dundee and beyond.But did you know you all the ways you can stay informed with us?You can get our top stories sent straight to your inbox with our daily news updates.
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