Chapel Hill High School student Jaiden Baker won four medals in four divisions while representing Team USA at the International Combat Organisation World Combat Martial Arts Championships in Thonon-les-Bains, France.
Competing against elite amateur martial artists from around the world, Baker advanced through multiple rounds to earn three silver medals and one bronze medal.
“His outstanding athletic achievement has brought immense pride to both Team USA and the local community,” Principal Dr. Melisha Plummer said. “Chapel Hill High School faculty and fellow students are celebrating Baker’s stellar representation of ‘Panther Nation,’ highlighting his relentless determination and sportsmanship on one of martial arts’ biggest international stages.”
Congratulations to Jaiden on a phenomenal performance!

