Wels in judo fever: Anna Bachler becomes the apt strap and Winkler new coach

Wels in judo fever: Anna Bachler becomes the apt strap and Winkler new coach

Wels. in the Judo performance center MultiKraft in Wels is happening. The 16-year-old Anna Bachler not only has the prestigious black belt 1st Dan, but is now also part of the women's national squad. Her remarkable achievement makes her one of the youngest sparkling belt wearers. At the same time, there are also exciting in the coaching series: Michael Winkler, previously athletic trainer and young coordinator, has been appointed junior national coach

The exam for the black belt is considered one of the biggest challenges in judo. Anna Bachler passed this with flying colors, which makes her impressively the most successful young judoka in the region. Her achievements in training and competitions not only convinced the exam judges, but also the experts. In addition, Bachler remains loyal to the Judo performance center, while she is preparing for her new requirements as part of the national squad.

A change at the tip

With the promotion of Michael Winkler to junior national coach, a new chapter will be opened in his career. The 29-year-old was previously responsible for the development of the youngsters and will continue to act as a coach in Budokan Wels. Winkler will also support the future generation of judokas, while he continues to be active in training and can pass on his knowledge directly to the athletes.

An exciting challenge is also facing the Wels Judokas: On Saturday, November 30th, the gentlemen will compete in the semi -finals of the league in Gmunden. At 3 p.m. it goes against Sanjindo Bischofshofen. A victory would catapult her to the final, which takes place at 8:15 p.m. The ambition is clear, because the team around chairman Patmann Patrick Haminger wants to say goodbye to her trainer Manfred Dullinger, who will be on the sidelines for the last time. "We want to give him the title to say goodbye," says Haminger, hoping for numerous support from the fans.

The coming weekend not only promises exciting competitions, but also sets the course for the future of judo in Wels. The developments in the performance center and on the competition mat are promising and interpret in a positive direction for samurai sport.