Grimsby student in European Karate Championships in Armenia
William said: "I can't wait for the championships, I'm going to smash it out of the park!"William trains with his sister and brother, as well as attending sessions at a club in Grimsby.William's mum, Clare, told BBC Radio Humberside: " I can't tell you how proud we are. We have to pinch ourselves really because he's done so well. He works so hard, he trains hard and never complains, he just goes and gets it done".A spokesperson for the Grimsby Institute said: "We are extremely proud of William and confident that he will inspire many with his hard work and passion".The tournament takes place in Armenia on 10th May.
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