Halifax Round Table hosted the inaugural Area 9 Sumo Wrestling Championships on Thursday 19th April. 20 lads from Ossett and Horbury, Halifax, Batley, Elland and Sitlington Round Tables competed for this prestigious event.
The lads were split into three merit leagues, with a round robin tornament in each league to find the top two fighters. The semi finals then consisted of two groups of 3 teams, with each contender wrestling the other two members of the team to find the two finalists.
Ossett Tablers Karl Ashford and Andrew Steel attempted to bring home the coveted trophy, but unfortunately fell short and did not get through the group stages.
In the final, Kev Leahy (Sitlington RT) demonstrated massive strength and commitment during a tough fight with Andrew Cunnington to become the eventual victor!
Tuesday 24 May 2011
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