Walid Akkouh Success Story

Walid Akkouh a kickboxer.

A short introduction to yourself?
My name is Walid Akkouh.I am 14 years old.I am a kickboxer at TEAM AKKOUH.

How did you develop your fondness for your sport and at what age did you start learning kickboxing?
I started kickboxing when I was 6 years old. I always went to watch with my father and I was sometimes allowed to participate. And from then on I always liked it.

What is your style and what rank do you hold currently in (your sport)?
I am a youth class kickboxer.

Do you have a favorite Sensei?
Yes, my father Karim Akkouh.

How did you get into this position and how did your journey in this sport go?
The journey has gone well so far and hopefully, it will continue well.

Do you take up sports as a profession or is it just a hobby?
Both as a profession and hobby and would be nice if I could continue as a profession.

What challenges have you faced in getting to where you are now?
You can also share any injury story.
I dare to take on any challenge, that’s how I ended up in this sport.

What motivates you most about your profession as an athlete?
Martial arts the discipline and the value of the sport.

Do you have something you want everyone to learn?
The discipline of sports.

What tournament or match you have won are you most proud of and why?
The Dutch National Championship on March 5, 2016. I became 2nd but I am very satisfied and proud. I am proud because with a big tournament I became 2nd in my 9th year.

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