Mid-America Karate
Greer Golden, Chief Instructor
Martin Vaughan, Assistant Instructor
James M. Nelson, Executive Director
9192 Norbury Dr., Swartz Creek, MI 48473-1167
PHONE 810-635-7841 FAX 810-635-2189 CELL 810-252-7696
E-Mail: MidAmericaRegion@aol.com
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2nd Quarter 2006
SPRING HIGHLIGHTS
Spring Camp:
Changes Coming
This year’s spring camp was held on April 22-23, 2006, at Willis Intermediate School on Saturday, and at the Delaware Hotel, on Sunday, in Delaware, Ohio. Fifty-two karateka from around the region were in attendance, Sensei James Field, Santa Monica, California, was our special guest instructor. He was assisted by Mid-America’s regional instructor, Greer Golden, and assistant instructor, Martin Vaughan.
As always, Sensei Field offered us some great combinations and training drills. He also said we are not paying enough attention to what we are doing. He said we are multitasking. For example, after a period of time driving a car becomes second nature, so people start doing other things beside paying attention to driving the car. His main emphasis was to keep the mind focused on the techniques being performed at the moment and not be distracted by other thoughts or outside influences.
Due to the low turnout at this year’s camp, the Region lost $407.85. Only twenty-two karateka attended all three training sessions. It was felt that there were too many conflicts in the spring; therefore, Sensei Field will not be our honored guest instructor next spring. We have asked him to return in the fall of 2007.
Mid-America Has Strong Showing at Master Camp
Fifteen karateka from the Mid-America region attended the 40th Anniversary ISKF Master Camp, held June 9-16, 2006, at Camp Green Lane, Pennsylvania (see below).
Excellent instruction was offered by Masters Teruyuki Okazaki, 9th dan, East Coast, Takayuki Mikami 8th dan, Southern , Yutaka Yaguchi 8th dan, Mountain States, Shojiro Koyama, 8th dan, Western, Shigeru Takashina 8th dan, South Atlantic, and special guest instructors Masaaki Ueki, 8th dan, JKA/Japan-Toyko, and Hideo Ochi, 8th dan JKA/Europe-Germany.
Master Camp begins early with a 6:00 AM wake up call to training. All karateka gather at the tennis courts for meditation and stretching, which is followed by a short run to the different training sites. Class last from 6:30 until 8:00 AM. Breakfast is the first meal of the day followed by various activities, such as meetings, lectures, or exams. There is an optional training at 11:00 AM, after which is lunch. There is a little free time until the afternoon training. 10th-7th and 3rd -1st kyu ranks train from 3:00-4:30 PM (separately), 6th-4th kyu, and all black belts train from 4:30-6:00 PM (also separately). The instructor training program also takes place between 3:00 and 4:30 PM. After the evening meal lectures are given by different Masters on important aspects of karate-do.
All karateka serve as waiters during one or two of the meals during the week. It is a good time to sharpen one’s diplomatic skills and meet new friends. People from all over the world attend Master Camp, so there is a variety of languages spoken and hand gestures and smiles do a lot to communicate what is needed.
Some of the highlights of this year’s camp were the instruction given by Masters Ochi and Ueki, and a lecture by writer Rod Butler, who hosted a forum on the life of Master Keinosuke Enoeda. Mr. Butler was a long time student and friend of Sensei Enoeda, and is the author of the book, “Keniosuke Enoeda-Tiger of Shotokan Karate.”
By the time camp is over, the typical karateka usually has sore muscles and a need for more sleep. However, he or she also has a sense of real accomplishment for making it through a week of intense training, study, and hard work.
Lexie Pry Wins Special Prize
At each dinner during Master Camp, tickets were given to campers as they entered the dining hall. One lucky winner was selected each night to receive a special calligraphy done by one of the Japanese Masters. On the first night, Lexie Pry, Swartz Creek, had her number drawn. Her priceless calligraphy was done by Master Okazaki. Lexie was very thrilled, and said it was one of the best gifts she has ever won (see below).
Lexie Pry holds calligraphy done by Master Okazaki. Translation: “Shoshin ni kaere” or “Back to Beginners Mind.”
Regional Tournament Brings Out the Best
Fifty-eight Mid-America karateka gathered in Delaware, Ohio, on May 20, 2006, to participate in the annual regional tournament. There were twenty-seven youth and thirty-one adults. Although the numbers were lower than last year, the competition was better than ever. There were several repeat winners from previous years, but also some new champions. For a complete list of competitors and place winners, see page 8.
Sensei Golden opened the tournament by wishing all of the competitors the best of luck, and reminded us to keep the true spirit of karate-do foremost in our minds as we competed.
One area of concern was the lack of kyu rank adults and youth. Hopefully, this will improve for next year. If you have any suggestions as to how this may be accomplished, please contact your club instructor or Jim Nelson at 810-635-7841.
A Special Thank You to Regional Tournament Table Workers
Each year a special group of people work at the regional tournament to help make it run smoothly. This year was no exception, and the following people deserve special recognition for a job well done: Roma Ritchie, Donna Collins, Dalana Henson, Tom Coleman, Jeff Ford, and Eric Heineke. A special thank you from all of us in the Region, your help is greatly appreciated.
Dan Test Promotes Two
Only two brown belts tested for their shodan rank on Sunday, May 21, 2006, at the Delaware Hotel, in Delaware, Ohio, Tim Dooling, Swartz Creek, and Dr. F. Stuart “Skip” Leeds, Brown County. They were perfectly matched for sparring by being about the same age and height. Both are over six feet tall, and have the about the same body type. Each had solid kihon, dynamic kata, and excellent kumite skills. Tim has been training for six years, and Skip for eight years. Congratulation go out to both Skip and Tim for their promotion to shodan.
The next Mid-America dan test will be held at Willis Intermediate school, Delaware, Ohio, on Saturday, December 9, 2006.
New Officers Introduced at Regional Meeting
The new executive officers were introduced at the annual business meeting held at the Delaware Hotel, Delaware, Ohio, on May 21, 2006. Dr. Martin Vaughan is the new President, Jeffrey Weber is the new Vice-president, and Jim Nelson continues on as the region’s Executive Director. These officers will serve a two year term. Also elected to the Board were members Terry Collis, Shotokan of Anderson, and Carol Glenn, Swartz Creek.
Dr. Vaughan called the meeting to order at 11:45 AM. One important issue discussed was one step and semi-free sparring at the regional tournament. Attackers must announce their targets and give their opponent an opportunity to get ready before attacking. They must then hold their attack pose until the counter attack has been completed before returning to the starting position. Defenders must also hold their counter attack pose before returning the the starting position.
A round table discussion followed regarding how to get more people involved in regional events. The consensus was that the instructors must attend these events in order to get their students to participate, and to make the training more user friendly for the kyu ranks. If you have suggestions or concerns please contact your local instructor or Jim Nelson, at 810-635-7841.
Jeff Weber reported that twenty-one Team Gear items were ordered last year, and that we made a profit of $180.71. If you have any ideas for additional team gear merchandise or have a team gear order, please contact Jeff at 1114 Maycliffe Pl., Cincinnati, OH 45230-3653, by phone at 513-233-3656. The due date for this fall’s team gear order is Friday, July 14, 2006.
Golf Scramble Support Needed
By Kim Weber
Mid-America’s first annual Golf scramble is coming soon. It will be held at the Friendly Meadows Golf Course, 809 State Route 125, Hamersville, Ohio 45130, on Saturday, August 12, 2006, starting at 11:00 AM.
We would like to thank those who have already donated to the scramble. Remember, proceeds from the fundraiser will be used in support of the representatives from the Mid-America Region to this year’s World ShotoCup in Sydney, Australia, and the ISKF National Tournament in Anchorage, Alaska. Many of you are attending these events or know someone who is, so your support will be greatly appreciated. If you are one of the competitors attending these events, we will expect participation from you in some manner.
If you are planning to golf in the tournament it is not too soon to register. The deadline for registrations is July 30.
We are still looking for someone to help coordinate the contests and games for the outing. Please contact Kim Weber to volunteer.
If you have any items to be donated (door prizes, etc.), you can bring them to Michigan Camp and give them to Kim.
We would like to have every student within the Mid-America Region help support this very worthy fundraising activity. Please consider giving the Region some of your time, energy, and/or financial support.
If you are able to help or have any questions, please contact Kim Weber at 513-233-3656 or at AndersonKarate@aol.com
Nutrition for the National Tournament
By Dr. Martin Vaughan
Eating during the national tournament can be a real challenge. It is a long day. You do not know exactly when you will compete or for how long. This uncertainty makes maintaining energy levels difficult, if not impossible. What and when you eat has a tremendous impact on your energy levels and your success.
What nutrients provide energy? Carbohydrates and fats supply the major portion of energy for most physical activities. The amounts of carbohydrate and fats used in a particular activity depend on the intensity and duration of the activity. Protein may provide a small percentage of energy, but they are more useful in repair and replacement post exercise and in training. Carbohydrates, fats and proteins provide energy when they are broken down by the cell to produce the high-energy compound ATP (adenosine triphosphate). Vitamins and minerals do not provide energy, but are important to energy production. However, they are not normally required on the day of competition if you have adequate diet prior to the competition. Water (liquid) like vitamins and minerals does not provide energy directly, but is necessary for the production of energy. The difference is that water must be consumed in adequate amounts before and during competition for efficient energy production.
The type of fuel that your muscles use for energy production depends on the intensity and duration of the activity. According to Williams (1998) karate is classified as an explosive power sport. This type of activity is characterized by the rapid production of force. This production of force last for only a few seconds and the energy is supplied from pre-formed ATP. However, we know that karate matches last much longer than a few seconds and therefore, must require energy production from other sources in addition to only ATP resident in the muscle (even though this type of energy may be required in a match).
The next level of William's sport classification is high power/speed. This type of activity is characterized by the rapid production of force for a relatively long period of time (5-30 sec.) Energy is provided by ATP; that energy is replenished by creatine phosphate (CP). In the ATP- CP cycle energy depleted ATP (ATP = ADP + energy used for muscle contraction), ADP (adenosine diphosphate) is re-energized by CP which donates high-energy phosphate reforming ATP (ADP + CP = ATP + C). This is the type of activity found in very active kumite matches and some kata.
The next level of William's sport classification is anaerobic (power) endurance. This type of activity is characterized by developing and sustaining high levels of muscular force (45 sec. -2 min.) Energy is provided for this type activity by the breakdown of muscle glycogen (a carbohydrate storage molecule) to form ATP. This is the type of activity found is relatively inactive kumite matches and kata.
All three of these types of activity require energy that is derived primarily from carbohydrates. The carbohydrates stored as glycogen in the liver and the muscle are maintained through carbohydrates from the diet. Therefore, adequate carbohydrate intake is essential before competition and carbohydrate replacement during the day of the tournament is essential to avoid physical fatigue (the lack of fuel or the inability to utilize that fuel to produce energy).
A supply of carbohydrates are also required to avoid nervous system and mental fatigue. Mental fatigue results in a decrease in ability to concentrate and properly process information, which results in poor reaction times. Also remember that the muscular system is the "slave" to the nervous system, which controls muscular function. The nervous system requires energy to function properly and the nutrient molecule of choice for the nervous system is carbohydrate.
Pre-tournament diet
A normal well balanced diet consisting of approximately 60% (up to 70%) carbohydrates, < 30% fat, and the remainder from protein.
Day of the Tournament
Eat a morning meal close (about 2 hours prior) to your scheduled start time. During the tournament have a light source of food (primarily carbohydrate) to consume as the tournament progresses. Also, remember to stay hydrated, but don't over do it.
Post Tournament
Rehydrate and replenish using the food and drinks of your choice (use the percentages above). Do not wait for hours until dinner. Start on your recovery early, soon after you finish the competition (especially if you are competing on Sunday!).
Club Profile: Shotokan Karate of Anderson
This quarter's club profile is one of the newer established dojos, Shotokan Karate of Anderson. Shotokan Karate of Anderson was established in 2002 and currently has approximately fifty students; consisting of thirty-seven youth, three women and ten men. Trainings are held on Tuesday and Thursday evenings, at Anderson Hills Christian Church, 8119 Clough Pike, in Cincinnati, Ohio. Youth classes are from 5:30-6:15 PM, and adults train 6:30-8:00 PM. Training fees are $40 monthly, with discounts offered for families and advance payment. The club is run by Kim Weber, Sandan, with the help of her husband, Jeff Weber, Sandan. Both are in the ISKF’s Instructor Training Program. Assistant instructors include Andrew Wolff, Nidan (also in the Instructor Training Program); and Len Gordon, Shodan.
Kim started her karate training in 1985, at a satellite club of the Brown County Dojo, under Greg Holland. She had been athletic throughout her life, however karate was not something she had thought about trying until her brother and father began training a few months earlier. Kim and her brother went on to receive their Shodan ranks together in 1988 on the 4th of July, from Sensei Yaguchi. In 1989 she began teaching kids classes, and values the knowledge teaching has given her. While on a trip to Japan in 1994 Kim was lucky enough to train at the JKA Headquarters in Ebisu, near Tokyo. As a souvenir from this trip, she purchased embroidered Black Belts at Tokaido’s main office for herself and Jeff. Over the next 6 years, Kim started her family, still continued training, and received her promotion to Nidan, by Sensei Golden, on another holiday, Mothers Day, May 2000. She attained her Sandan under Sensei Okazaki in December 2003. She likes to assign a holiday to that also (it was the day US troops found Saddam Hussein). Kim says she will try to keep up the holiday testing tradition if possible, on any day except April Fools Day!
Throughout her training Kim has enjoyed participating in camps and tournaments, and is honored to be on Mid- America’s female kata and kumite teams, which will be competing in Anchorage, Alaska, on September 2-3, 2006..
Kim’s favorite type of training is partner drills, because training with a partner keeps no secrets and tells no lies. For her personal training, she does not assign a time limit; her guide is to practice until you learn something new.
Managing the karate club keeps Kim from having to get a “real job”; not to mention supporting her “habit” (karate). She retired from the travel industry in 1996 and is grateful to be able to stay home with their daughter Lexi, 11 years old, ranked 2 kyu and son, Jesse, 9 years old, and ranked 1 kyu. In addition to the karate club, Kim also teaches self defense workshops, afterschool programs, and preschool classes she calls ShotoCubs.
In 1985, Jeff found himself driving, then girlfriend, Kim and her younger brother to karate classes, which were being held at the University of Cincinnati, Clermont branch. This taxi service continued for several months. Having wrestled all through high school, he came to the realization that he had wanted to get back into something physical again. So, in 1986, under the tutelage of Mr. Greg Holland, Jeff began his karate training. A year or so later, having lost their training space at the University, the karate club became rogue, training anywhere they could find. Eventually, the club found its new home at the Clermont YMCA. Where the training locations may have changed, the beatings/ trainings… never did. Jeff received his Shodan under Sensei Golden in March 1989. After the departure of Mr. Holland in 1990, Kim and Jeff assumed the teaching responsibilities at the YMCA, under the direction of Sensei James Oberschlake.
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Realizing that teaching made him more aware of his body mechanics, he was able to capitalize on this opportunity to prepare for his next dan examination. In 2000, Jeff obtained his Nidan under Sensei Golden.
As life and family became busier, the drive to the YMCA seemed to get longer. So, in July 2002, Kim and Jeff found space and opened their own club in Anderson Township, Ohio, to be closer to home. Where the instruction continued, self-trainings increased with testing on the horizon. In 2003, Jeff received his Sandan under Sensei Okazaki. He continues to train under Sensei James Oberschlake as well as being an active participant within the Mid-America Karate Region. Jeff
was the Tournament Coordinator for the 2004 ISKF Nationals in Columbus, Ohio, and was just voted Vice-president of the Region for 2006-2007.
When asked what is most rewarding to him, he reports being able to participate in something with his entire family. He is very proud of all of them.
Jeff is a Lieutenant with over 15 years of service with the Anderson Township Fire Department. He is a Special Deputy with the Hamilton County Sheriff’s Department and oversees the Hamilton County Arson Task force.
The Webers promote participation from their students at regional events. They have seen how these events have developed the technique and the camaraderie among Mid-America karateka.
Check out their web site www.AndersonKarate.com
Dojo Etiquette:
Bowing
At this year’s Master Camp, Sensei Ueki covered the proper way to bow.. The bow when entering and leaving the dojo is considered a formal bow (see picture A).
A formal bow to the dojo’s Sensei or a Master is also proper etiquette.. Please note the hands are placed in front of the body and not at the sides as when doing an informal bow (see picture B). Informal bows are used when bowing to another karateka, announcing kata, and entering or leaving the ring during competition.
Kneeling in Seiza
The dojo walls are numbered in order of importance. For example, shomen (facing the front) is number one, number two is to the right of shomen, number three to the left, and number four is the back of the dojo. Therefore, when lining up, the higher ranks should lined up with the hightest rank on the right and going down to the lowest rank on the left. When kneeling, do not turn the body to the right, thus opening the gi to the right wall. The left leg goes down first, with the toes tucked under (pictures C and D).
 
When the right foot comes back, keep the toes tucked under (not pictured). Settle down into seiza poition and either flatten both the feet on the floor or cross the big toes only (see picture E).
When standing, bring the right knee up first (see letter C), then push back toward the left leg and stand up.
If injuried and unable to kneel in seiza, remain standing at the back of the dojo and do standing bows.
Dates to Remember
- August 5-Regional Training
- August 12-Golf Outing
- September 2-3 Nationals
Teaching Three-Step Kumite
by James Oberschlake
The following is a method for teaching three-step kumite. I have found this method to be effective. Its principles can be applied to other forms of basic kumite and will serve as a foundation for free sparring.
There are four aspects to basic sparring: Good basic technique, timing, distance, and fighting spirit. (1) Good basic technique utilizes the whole body in a synchronized fashion so as to generate power to defend oneself with a minimum of techniques. (2) Proper timing with the opponent is evident when defense blocks wrist to wrist or wrist to ankle (providing the attacking side is at correct distance). Correct timing is also evident when the defense hits the strong basic stance the same time as the offense and delivers an effective counter before the offense could issue a fourth attack. This is a crucial point since without strong stances techniques tend to lack sufficient power. (3) Correct distance is generally established when the attacking side’s front foot comes to rest right next to the defender’s front foot. Here the attacker has the correct distance to delivers the killing blow. Defense is then forced to learn proper timing blocking wrist to wrist from a strong stance. At this distance opponents must also learn to control techniques to prevent injury. The same strong stance that makes it possible to deliver the killing blow also makes it possible to control the technique. (4) Good fighting spirit emerges from making an enthusiastic kamae when announcing the target, from mentally putting oneself in combat mode, from strong kiai, and from piercing eyes that seek to penetrate the reality of the situation even beyond input from the five senses. As you can see, there really is a lot to master when practicing basic kumite.
My teaching method removes distance considerations from basic sparring so that students can master the other aspects: good basic technique, timing, and fighting spirit. Emphasis is placed on timing and stances where the defense hits the stances the same time the offense hits theirs. Otherwise, students tend to step and fall and throw their arms and legs around.
Step 1. Offense hits stance and announces target. Do not allow them to always immediately attack. Offense should attack within 1 to 3 second. During this time they should practice perceiving a mental opening when the defense is vulnerable.
Step 2. Offense turns hips sharply and initiates attack. Head remains fixed on opponent. Tanden pushes forward. Both knees point in direction of target. Body seems to sink, not rise up. If done properly the knees should naturally brush and the front foot will generally find an inside position (at least on the first attack).
When offense turns hips, defense bends at knees and sinks with tanden pushing forward. Then defense immediately turns hip sharply and propels the body into a strong stance. Effective techniques tend to issue naturally from these strong stances.
Step 3. On the next two attacks, defense turns hips to initiate movement in response to offense pushing tanden forward to continue attacks. Offense should use a broken rhythm when attacking. Defense tries to catch this timing. The defense tries to make a strong stance at the same time or before the offense does. Basic sparring should be a contest of stances. Whoever hits the strong stance first is the winner.
Step 4. Defense throws immediate counter from a strong stance before offense could issue a fourth attack.
Possible Coaching Language:
Instead of counting “1, 2, 3,” I sometimes count “Go! Stance! (Pause) Stance! Stance! Counter!”
“Stop! You did not turn hip to start attack. Again!”
“Stop! You did not sink before turning hips. Again!”
“You did not hit your stance on the second attack. No power. No point.”
“He got you on the third attack because your stance was late.”
“Where are your EYES!”
“No kiai. Five knuckle pushups.”
When students appear to be getting it, move them to proper fighting distance and see how they do. It will probably be necessary to alternate no distance and proper distance three-step kumite many times.
Below are the results from the Regional Tournament.
Place Youth- Age 6-9-Rank 10-6 Kyu-- Kata
1 Coenen, Morgan Swartz Creek
2 Esz, Jonathan Brown County
3 Parkhurst, Robert West Side JKA
Ventresco, Jett West Side JKA
Youth- Age 6-9-Rank 10-6 Kyu-- Kumite
1 Coenen, Morgan Swartz Creek
2 Esz, Jonathan Brown County
3 Parkhurst, Robert West Side JKA
3 Ventresco, Jett West Side JKA
Youth-Age 8-10-Rank 7-4 Kyu-- Kata
1 Ellison, Meagan Ashtabula 5B Kyu
2 Little, Dana Brown County
3 Marsh, Jared Swartz Creek
Dozier, Courtney Brown County
Youth-Age 8-10-Rank 7-4 Kyu-- Kumite
1 Ellison, Meagan Ashtabula
2 Little, Dana Brown County
3 Dozier, Courtney Brown County
3 Marsh, Jared Swartz Creek
Youth-Age 9-11-Rank 3 Kyu & Above-- Kata
1 Weber, Lexi Anderson
2 Weber, Jesse Anderson
3 Malachias, Cheyenne West Side JKA
Heineke, Anna Anderson
Youth-Age 9-11-Rank 3 Kyu & Above-- Kumite
1 Weber, Jesse Anderson
2 Malachias, Cheyenne West Side JKA
3 Heineke, Anna Anderson
3 Weber, Lexi Anderson
Youth-Age 11-13-Rank 6-4 Kyu--Kata
1 Weber, Tabbitha Swartz Creek
2 Benjamin, Brandon Ashtabula
3 Ford, Kevin Ashtabula
Pry, Joshua Swartz Creek
Youth-Age 11-13-Rank 6-4 Kyu--Kumite
1 Ford, Kevin Ashtabula
2 Benjamin, Brandon Ashtabula
3 Pry, Joshua S wartz Creek
3 Weber, Tabbitha Swartz Creek
Youth-Age 10-13-Rank 3 Kyu & Above-- Kata
1 Parkhurst, Jr., Michael West Side JKA
2 Jacobs, Garret Brown County
3 Erfani, Sheila Kentucky
Utley, Sam Indiana ISKF
Youth-Age 10-13-Rank 3 Kyu & Above-- Kumite
1 Jacobs, Garret Brown County
2 Parkhurst, Jr., Michael West Side JKA
3 Utley, Sam Indiana ISKF
Youth Girls-Age 10-13-Rank 3 Kyu & Above-- Kumite
Erfani, Sheila Kentucky
Youth-Age 14-15-Rank 3 Kyu & Above-- Kata
1 Ford, Michelle Ashtabula Shodan
2 Saidoo, Sydney Swartz Creek
3 Suryan, Danielle Swartz Creek
Erfani, Suzy Kentucky
Pry, Lexie Swartz Creek
Youth Girls-Age 14-15-Rank 3 Kyu & Above-- Kumite
1 Ford, Michelle Ashtabula
2 Saidoo, Sydney Swartz Creek
3 Erfani, Sheila Kentucky
3 Pry, Lexie Swartz Creek
Erfani, Suzy Kentucky
Suryan, Danielle Swartz Creek
Youth-Age 16-17-Rank 3 Kyu & Above-- Kata
1 Coleman, Chyni Ashtabula
2 Erfani, Sara Kentucky
Youth Girls-Age 16-17-Rank 3 Kyu & Above-- Kumite
1 Coleman, Chyni Ashtabula
2 Erfani, Sara Kentucky
Youth Boys-Age 16-17-Rank 3 Kyu & Above-- Kumite
Team Kata-Youth
1 Ashtabula-Chyni Coleman, Michelle Ford, Megan Ellison
2 SCKC-1-Sydney Saidoo, Danielle Suryan, Lexie Pry
3 Brown County-Dana Little, Courtney Dozier, Garret Jacobs
SCKC-2-Morgan Cohan, Jared Marsh, Tabbitha Weber
Adult Kata 10 Kyu-4 Kyu
1 Jones, Larry Brown County
2 Williams, Katie Athens
3 Bowe, Audrey Swartz Creek
Esz, Greg Brown County
Piccirrillo, Adam Anderson
Stewart, James Swartz Creek
Place
Adult Women Kumite 10 Kyu-4 Kyu
2 Bowe, Audrey Swartz Creek
1 Williams, Katie Athens
Adult Men Kumite 10 Kyu-4 Kyu
1 Jones, Larry Brown County
2 Stewart, James Swartz Creek
3 Esz, Greg Brown County
4 Piccirrillo, Adam Anderson
Adult Brown Belt Kata
1 Dooling, Tim Swartz Creek
2 Graham, Kevin Brown County
3 DeBrocco, Dawn Kentucky
Marsh, Brian Swartz Creek
Adult Brown Belt Men Kumite
1 Graham, Kevin Brown County
2 Dooling, Tim Swartz Creek
3 Marsh, Brian Swartz Creek
Adult Brown Belt Women Kumite
DeBrocco, Dawn Kentucky
Adult Senior Kata
1 Oberschlake, James Brown County
2 Glenn, Carol Swartz Creek
3 Bare, Chiho Swartz Creek
Crouse, Tim Heath
Greenman, Skip Swartz Creek
Stewart, James Swartz Creek
Tolliver, Kennth Meigs County
Adult Black Belt Men Kata
1 Talley, Dave West Side JKA
2 Schrager, Martin Brown County
3 Ryu, Tatsunn Kentucky
Brining, Matthew Ashtabula
Docie, Darron OSU
Erfani, Rod Kentucky
Mark, Steve OSU
Rotnem, Daniel OSU
Tolliver, Kennth Meigs County
Weber, Jeff Anderson
Zuzuki, Masataka OSU
Adult Black Belt Men Kumite
1 Talley, Dave West Side JKA
2 Ryu, Tatsunn Kentucky
3 Schrager, Martin Brown County
3 Weber, Jeff Anderson
Brining, Matthew Ashtabula
Erfani, Rod Kentucky
Mark, Steve OSU
Ventresco, Tom West Side JKA
Adult Black Belt Women Kata
1 Weber, Kim Anderson
2 Glenn, Carol Swartz Creek
3 Ryu, Rachel Kentucky
Bare, Chiho Swartz Creek
Brown, Kate Brown County
Drake, Connie Brown County
Jones, Toni Athens
Kennedy, Jamie Lynne Swartz Creek
Adult Black Belt Women Kumite
1 Glenn, Carol Swartz Creek
2 Bare, Chiho Swartz Creek
3 Ryu, Rachel Kentucky
3 Weber, Kim Anderson
Brown, Kate Brown County
DeBrocco, Dawn Kentucky
Drake, Connie Brown County
Jones, Toni Athens
Kennedy, Jamie Lynne Swartz Creek
Team Kata-Adult
1 3 Male Tigers-Jeff Weber, Dave Talley, Tatsunn Ryu
2 Lady Tigers-Carol Glenn, Kim Weber, Rachel Ryu
3 Brown County-James Oberschlake, Martin Schrager, Kevin Graham
Swartz Creek Chiho Bare, Audrey Bowe, Brian Marsh
SCOUT-Jamie Lynn Kennedy, Jim Stewart, Toni Jones
OSU-Steve Mark, Daniel Rotnem, Masataka Suzuki
COLLEGIATE
Collegiate Advanced Kata
1 Erfani, Rod Kentucky
2 Rotnem, Daniel OSU
3 Piccirrillo, Adam Anderson
Collegiate Advanced Men Kumite
1 Rotnem, Daniel OSU
2 Erfani, Rod Kentucky
3 Piccirrillo, Adam Anderson
Editors Note
If you would like to make a contribution to next quarter’s newsletter, please forward it to regional headquarters for printing by July 28, 2005. Thanks to all those who helped with this newsletter. Jim Nelson |
