Leland Kirby wins second taekwondo Grand Championship at AAU Nationals
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 30, 2026, 7:52 PM
Last updated Jul 30, 2026
BaseballLeland Kirby, a 9-year-old from Cherokee County, secured his second Grand Championship title at the AAU Taekwondo Nationals in Tulsa. Competing against numerous athletes, Kirby achieved five first-place finishes and four second-place finishes across various events. His performances included first-place wins in several power breaking categories and a strong showing in creative and traditional forms. Following this success, Kirby, who recently earned his black belt, will now compete at the first-degree black belt level in future events.
- •Leland Kirby earns Grand Champion title at AAU Taekwondo Nationals
- •Achieved five first-place finishes in respective events
- •Recently attained his black belt before the championship
- •Competes at Wolfe Pack Taekwondo in Tulsa
- •Kirby has competed nationally for three years
- 7:52 PMYahoo Sports — Leland Kirby claims second taekwondo Grand Championship
"A Cherokee County athlete earned the top prize in taekwondo for the second straight year. Leland Kirby — a 9-year-old from Cherokee County — had another strong showing at the AAU Taekwondo Nationals, earning his second stint as Grand Champion. Competing in Tulsa, Kirby five first place finishes and four second places en route to claiming the title. Kirby picked up first place in power breaking ...
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