Team Goemkarponn
CANACONA: Goa’s Erica de Sequeira has secured selection for the Nationals after a four-gold medal performance at the South Zone Ju-Jitsu Championship 2026 in Hyderabad, giving fresh momentum to the young fighter’s push towards the national stage.
Representing Goa at the September 5–6 championship, Erica won four gold medals in her events. Her sister Giovanna de Sequeira also made her mark at the tournament, winning two gold, one silver and one bronze medal.
The achievements of the two sisters were highlighted during their recent meeting with Sports and Youth Affairs Minister Ramesh Tawadkar, where they discussed their training, competition experiences and future sporting ambitions.
Tawadkar appreciated their dedication and discipline and encouraged them to continue pursuing their sporting goals. He also expressed his willingness to extend support through the appropriate Sports Ministry processes.
Both Erica and Giovanna train under coach Ronnyy at the Academy of Combat Sports Goa (ACS-GOA).
With Erica now selected for the Nationals, the sisters are setting their sights on higher-level competitions as they seek to represent Goa and India on the national and international stage.
