Ronald Lukalo

Ronald is feted for his remarkable contributions to Taekwondo in Kenya, both as a dedicated athlete and as a long-serving national team player. His journey in the sport spans decades, marked by resilience, discipline, and outstanding achievements. Ronald first made history in 1977 when he won a bronze medal at the Africa Taekwondo Competition, an accomplishment that placed him among the pioneers of the sport in the country.

From 1978 to 1983, he proudly represented Kenya as a member of the national Taekwondo team, competing in various regional and continental tournaments. His commitment to the sport during this period inspired many young athletes to take up Taekwondo, helping to grow its popularity across the nation.

Demonstrating extraordinary longevity in his career, Ronald returned to the continental stage decades later, winning another bronze medal at the Africa Taekwondo Competition in 2018. This rare achievement, spanning over forty years between medals, is a testament to his unwavering passion, physical endurance, and mastery of the sport.

Ronald’s legacy is not only in his medals but in his role as a role model and ambassador for Taekwondo in Kenya, showing that dedication and love for sport can transcend generations.