From Sardinia to the world , protagonist on the mat , first as an athlete and then as a coach .
Chiara Temo , master of "Taekwondo Mario Altea" in the Tarantini Fight Club of Sassari, in the past few weeks has held the role of international referee at the Cadet World Championships and Junior World Championships that took place in Sofia , Bulgaria .
"After having participated in various Open and European championships - he says -, this one in Sofia is absolutely a pearl. I don't see it as a goal but as a window to be able to look beyond and choose a more distant destination". During the Bulgarian competition, scheduled from 28 July to 7 August , the Sassari was the only Italian referee present on the tatami mats.
"I am proud to have been able to represent my country - she adds - even without wearing a T-shirt with the words 'Italy' on it. In the 14 days spent at the Arena Armeec, together with the athletes competing, I too felt myself proud representative of my Village".
An important role played by Chiara Temo in the sports hall in Sofia. " There was no lack of fear , but not out of insecurity - he specifies - but out of a sense of responsibility towards the athletes and their path. I was afraid that my mistake could compromise the deserved victory".
A fear that the Sassari quickly overcome, showing all her competence , acquired with experience and specific training.
"I remember the first national convocations - concludes Chiara Temo - the regional assignments, the international path. I have never stopped teaching Taekwondo, knowing my discipline well and keeping up with its evolution helps me as a coach. And being a coach helps me. to move better on the square and understand the dynamics of a fight ".
(Unioneonline / vl)
