THIRTEEN years of training came good for Christopher Valentine.
The 18-year-old assistant coach with the AJ Judo Club featured in five contests in grading at Middleton - and returned with the coveted black belt.
At the same grading Daniel Winter, 16, made the transition to senior, winning his green belt.
Weekly training is on Mondays and Fridays at the Leigh Olympic Wrestling Club on Scott Street (formerly Firs Lane Youth Club) - and the first two lessons are free. Call 01942-878068 for details.
Chris is pictured receiving his belt from chief coach and Welsh squad coach Alan Jones.
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