Wrestling community comes together to support Regina coach’s cancer fight
For years, Hajar Quinn has taught athletes how to fight on the mat. Now, she's facing a fight of her own with her wrestling family in her corner.
Regina's Ascendant Martial Arts, a gym owned by husband and wife Hajar and Sean, has become the center of support for Hajar as she battles stage four colon and liver cancer. Hajar has been teaching wrestling at the gym for years, starting with a toddler program for her son Aidan, and expanding to youth and adult classes. When Hajar was diagnosed, Sean notes that the news was a "pretty big shock" as there were no early signs of illness.
Despite the couple stepping away from the gym briefly for hospital visits, the wrestling community quickly rallied to help. At the weekend, members of Saskatchewan Wrestling gathered at Ascendant Martial Arts, where all proceeds from a wrestling camp went to covering Hajar's medical expenses. Hajar continues to train at the gym, showing her strength and determination despite her health struggles.
Her husband Sean emphasizes how challenging it is to watch his wife go through this ordeal, but having her by his side makes it easier. The Ascendant Martial Arts gym will continue to offer various programs, including wrestling, kickboxing, and jujitsu, catering to all fitness levels.
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