Junior Pan American Games Asunción 2025

Karate came alive in Asunción 2025 with a tournament full of intensity and excitement. For three days of competition, the best young karatekas of the continent gathered to fight for medals and showcase the growth of karate in the Americas.

The Paraguayan tatami was the stage for memorable bouts. In the end, the medal table reflected not only the high level of competition but also the diversity of countries now competing at the top level.

Venezuela, the great protagonist
With 2 gold medals, Venezuela established itself as a powerhouse on the tatami, confirming the quality of its young generation and its place among the continental leaders.

Brazil, consistency and volume
The Brazilian team was one of the most remarkable, collecting 7 medals in total (1 gold, 3 silver, and 3 bronze). Their regularity across all categories positioned them as a formidable rival and a model of constant preparation.

Ecuador and Nicaragua, positive surprises
Both countries earned a privileged spot by claiming 2 medals each (1 gold and 1 silver), results that confirm their international projection and the work being done in developing young athletes.

Argentina, United States, and Mexico, constant contenders
Argentina and the United States each earned 4 medals, maintaining their presence among the Pan American karate elite.
Mexico, on the other hand, added 3 medals that placed it in seventh position, showing steady growth in its youth pipeline.

Other countries present in the medal table
The championship also saw Canada, Puerto Rico, Peru, Uruguay, Bolivia, Colombia, and Chile step onto the podium, reflecting the expansion and development of karate across the region.

Games of unity and excellence
Beyond the numbers, what was experienced in Asunción 2025 was a true celebration of youth, discipline, and sporting spirit. Every bout, every bow, was proof that karate not only creates champions but also shapes better individuals.

Asunción 2025 will be remembered as Games of passion, effort, and dedication, confirming karate as a sport of unity and excellence in the Americas.