Karate champ helps challenge disability stereotypes amid calls for reform
A young karate champion is proving that Down syndrome does not need to be a barrier to success in sport or in life amid a growing campaign for better facilities and opportunities for people with different abilities and additional needs in the Cayman Islands.
Jefferson Sampang Jacob took home a gold medal at the Suzuki Cup in Dallas, Texas – the latest achievement in a karate career that has seen the 11-year-old compete for Cayman on the international stage. For a more complete summary of the story, please see the below link:
Published on: Mar 29, 2026 03:16 PM