Vasco’s Shikha Pathak has earned international recognition after being selected as a referee to represent India at the Jujutsu 2026 Thailand Open Grand Prix, scheduled from September 1 to 6 in Ayutthaya, Thailand.
Tag: Martial Arts
From Goa to the World: 16-Year-Old Erica De Sequeira Becomes Olympians Combat Academy’s First Indian Female Athlete
Sixteen-year-old Erica De Sequeira from Goa has been signed by Olympians Combat Academy, Chennai, becoming the academy's first Indian female athlete. The talented martial artist will now represent India at prestigious international Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu championships, marking a major milestone for Indian combat sports.
Vasco’s Shikha Pathak Appointed Head Referee for Fighting Discipline at Ju-Jitsu Asian Championship in Kazakhstan
Goa's Shikha Pathak has achieved a major milestone in Indian martial arts after being appointed as the Head Referee for the Fighting Discipline at the Ju-Jitsu Asian Championship 2026 in Kazakhstan. The Vasco-based World Referee will represent India at one of Asia's premier martial arts events.
Erica De Sequeira Wins Gold at Khelo India Asmita Kickboxing Zonal League 2025–26
Goa’s Erica De Sequeira delivered a dominant performance at the Khelo India Asmita Kickboxing Zonal League 2025–26 in Indore, clinching the gold medal and earning selection for the Khelo India National Games 2026.
Erica De Sequeira, Giovanna De Sequeira Shine as India Excels at 12th Mombasa Open Tong-Il Moo-Do Championship
India’s Erica and Giovanna De Sequeira delivered stellar performances at the 12th Mombasa Open Tong-Il Moo-Do Championship 2025, helping the national team secure four gold and one bronze medals in Kenya.