It was an evening of celebration for Leigh Park & Havant Resident Graham Rowley as he represented SEKU at the Havant Borough Sports Council Awards at the Civic Offices on Thursday, February 19. 

Graham Rowley was named Veteran Sportsman of the year 2008. Graham used to train at the Havant SEKU dojo until it closed, he has since become a well-respected member of Portsmouth Karate Club.  Graham has been training for many years and continues to be part of the competition circuit in addition to his regular training at the Honbu Dojo.

Grahams award was acknowledgement for his dedication to Karate and for being part of the SEKU squad that travelled to the JSKA World Championships in Manchester in August last year.  Squad Manager Terry Oliver said: "The event was a gruelling two day affair in which Graham was part of the veteran men's Gold medal winning team and deservedly the title is just reward for a lifetime's dedication to his art. (The team also included Shaun Eglington, Plymouth & Lee Hollister, Saltash)

An example to all is that set by Graham who, as a man of a certain age and years of dedication and commitment, has achieved one of his life's goals.

Well done Graham, well deserved Oss