Global martial artists to compete in Southern Alberta on July 4–5, 2026 Lethbridge will welcome competitors from across Canada and around the world this weekend as it hosts the Tae Kwon-Do International (TKDI) World Cup, taking place July 4 and 5 at the Lethbridge Trade & Convention Centre. Organized by United Traditional Tae Kwon-Do Canada (UTTC), the event will bring together athletes of all ages and skill levels for two days of international competition. Divisions will feature youth, junior, adult, and black belt competitors competing in patterns and sparring events, including team patterns, black belt team sparring, and the International Team Black Belt Sparring division. The tournament will also welcome…
Lethbridge’s History with Combat Sports Written by Andres Salazar Every city has its own symbol of its sporting heritage. Places like Montreal and Calgary have world-famous examples of their hockey teams, like the Montreal Canadians and the Calgary Flames, and the city of Toronto is known for its strength in basketball, baseball, and hockey all at once. Lethbridge is no different; the Hurricanes are one of the main images of our small, windy community. While Lethbridge is mostly known for its WHL team, the city is also the home of several other important athletic figures and places. Interestingly, Lethbridge has a surprisingly strong connection to combat sports. Our quiet little…
