With more than 40 clubs in attendance and over 400 competition entries, Taekwondo NSW is very pleased that we had an increase in participation in sparring and technical disciplines compared to this time last year.

The event itself was excellent, with the Daedo PSS system used to full effect for Open Black belt sparring, as we hosted our first TAPS selection event for sparring and poomse.

Many thanks go to the large team of helpers who helped run the event. Referees, officials, marshalls, volunteers add up to a small army of 80 people who are required to run an event of this size. They are all greatly appreciated for their assistance.

Thanks also go to the staff at the Sydney Olympic Park Sports Centre, who are always friendly and ready to assist.

We now look forward to a busy "competition season" culuminating in the Taekwondo Australia National Championships in September.