TWO Birlingham Shukokai Karate Club students have bagged gold medals against experienced opponents in a national event.

Alan Exell was in top form as he clinched first place in Kumite and Kata in the adult and junior categories at the annual Shukokai Karate Federation National competition.

Shaun Foyle also fought superbly to strike gold in the lightweight Kumite (fighting).

It was an excellent display from the Worcestershire duo against competitors who had flocked from all over the country.

For more information about Birlingham Shukokai Karate Club, call Sensi Steve Farrow on 07821 544325.