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March 07 USKO results and upcoming NationalsWell enough of all the going ons at the school. This past weekend several went to Riverside for
a USKO USKA , that's right USKO USKA tounament
Here are the results courtesy of Michele Slivnik. Everone should thank her for getting this results each and every time.
August: 1st weapons, 3rd kata
Nichole: Medal
Corey: 1st kata, sparring medal, 1st weapons
Nick: 2nd kata, 3rd sparring
William: 2nd kata, 3rd sparring
Richard: medal kata, 2nd sparring
Tori: kata medal, 4th sparring
Jasmine: medal kata, 2nd sparring
David T.: medal kata, medal sparring
Matt: 3rd kata
Mr. Rick Adams: BLACK BELT SPARRING GRAND CHAMPION
We had a great time and about half of us stayed to the end and went to eat with the Prewett Dojo and the the Summey's from Arizona. I introduced the Summey's to Carman music and they were jazzed. We play a lot of Carman in the school.
Next up Nationals. Train, Train , Train
January 24 USKA RegionalsThe Regionals in Palm Springs was held on January 21,2006. This is a Nationals qualifier and students attended from Arizona and New Mexico as well as California. Also some attended form the USKK in addition to the USKA .
My favorite time of the whole tournament was when Siah Nix, a tall Afro American Black Belt with long dread locks, took me aside and told me he wanted to get to know me better. We have been exchanging friendhip smiles for about 5 years, what a great witness opportunity. I look forward to that day when we chat. You can pray that God would go before me and prepare the path.
We had some great and courageous competitors at this event. Parents and students we know it takes a huge commitment to even go. We believe tournaments can be important in student training. This is why we compete, to test ourselves, and our abilities under a competitive situation. Remember that even those that are not winning a trophy are learning from the experiences.
So here is how the event fared for our students.
Adults
Ken Middaugh 1st in Kata
August Slivnik 1st in weapons, 1st in sparring, 3rd in Kata
Advanced
Zachary Middaugh 3rd in sparring, medal in Kata, medal in weapons (competiting with Brown &Black Belts)
Intermediate- These were all very tough divisions with experienced competitors
Corey Slivnik 2nd weapons, 3rd kata, medal weapons
Nichole Slivnik medal in kata
Kimberly Noland 1st kata, 3rd sparring
Jasmine Ortiz 2nd sparring, medal kata
Victoria Tabor 2nd sparring, medal kata
Richard Morton 4th sparring, medal kata
William Morton 4th sparring, medal kata
Matt Fach 3rd kata, 2nd sparring
Jaymie Horak medal Kata
Greg Horak medal Kata
Beginneers- Usually includes White, Yellow and Orange
Jet Noland 3rd sparring
Ann Hutsell 1st Kata
Nick Kafont 4th sparring, medal Kata
David Tahimic medal kata, medal sparring
What a great effort by all, this was a heavily competitive tournament..
Mr Mr January 19 Thank You from Joe DupaquierThank You, Thank You, Thank You. I have attached a letter we received from Mandeville Karate in Louisiana. Everyone's efforts were really appreciated. I believe our change (contributed by you all), will be remembered and help change lives. What a small sacrifice to serve our Lord. You have hit a home run for the Kingdom. January 12 December Belt Tests and 2006 newsNow posted are pictures from December belt Tests.
Check out all these new belts. We always love coming to class and seeing the colors change.
Congrats to :
Green Belts
Fernando Mendoza
Victorias Tabor
Orange Belts
Jacob Toney
Natasha Undheim
Lilian Perez
Yellow Belt
Ann Hutsell
Yellow with Black Stripe
David Tahimic
Hayden Hansen
Sarah Hostler
Andrew Hostler
Ryan Ramlaoui
Hadi Ramlaoui
Abraham Ramlaoui
White with Black Stripe
Fidel Valencia
Laura Garcia
Wesley Barke
Great job by all.
Tournament scene is as follows:
January 21st Regionals in Palm Springs
March 4th USKO Max Riverside
March 31-April 1st USKA Nationals in Albuquerque, NM (Notify us if you intend to go)
April 22nd- Crothers USKA Seaside Open Carlsbad (can't beat this one, right in our backyard)
Open House
Mark you calendars either Feb 11th or Feb 18th
Saturday in the am.
Coffee, begals, rolls, drinks etc.
We tell you about why we do what we do etc etc
We might even talk Mr. Crothers into a Brick Break
I cannot remember if the record is 10 or 11 or 12 all stacked on top of one another.
But you gotta be there to see it..
May the Lord Bless each of you
MrMr November 15 State ChampionshipsWell the California State Championships were an extraordinary event. There were more competitors than I have seen at a USKA event in a long time. Naturally more competitors make for more competition. Some of the Black Belts present came to honor Mrs. Evans-Colgan for 40 years of Martial Arts Training. We saw some awesome competitions, with the 3 Firsts by your Instructor right up there, he also won the Grand Championship for all Black Belt Kata and Weapons. Others really broke the barriers and accomplished great feats as well. In addition some of you stuck it out till the end, that means a lot to us, especially when we are still competing. Here are the results as reported to me (everyone should thank Michele Slivnik, who has provided the results to me for the last 3 tournaments). I am sure she had help from many to compile this list.
August Slivnik: 2nd weapons, 2nd kata, 1st sparring Nicole Slivnik: 4th kata Corey Slivnik: 3rd weapons, 4th kata, 2nd sparring Ann Huttsell: 1st kata Matt Fach: 1st Kata, 2nd sparring Marti Bass 5th weapons, 3rd kata, 3rd sparring Brien Middaugh 3rd weapons, 2nd kata, 3rd sparring Zachary Middaugh 4th weapons, 2nd kata, 3rd sparring Ken Middaugh 1st Kata Greg Horak 4th Kata Jaymie Horak 4th Kata Victoria Tabor 1st kata, 2nd sparring Joseph Harrington Medal Nick Kafont 3rd kata William Morton 2nd kata, 1st sparring Richard Morton 3rd kata David Lantz 2nd kata Zachariah Dotts Medal Madison Maler 2nd Kata Lonny Sapikowski 3rd Black Belt Sparring Lizeth Ramirez 2nd Kata, 3rd Sparring
Wow great job to all the competitors and their parents for keeping them focused. Parents have a big job at these larger tournaments keeping the focus up during long waits.
Anyone that placed 4th and above is qualified for Nationals. For those that are earning points for the 2005-2006 competition year awards points For the state championships are 1st 25 points, 2nd 20 points, 3rd 15 points, 4th 7 points (I think).
Let Mr Crothers know if you are considering going to Nationals.
MRMR October 28 Latest NewsI am happy to report that Mrs. Crothers and myself were able to go on a great nearly 2 week vacation.
We visitied several National Parks including Bryce, Zion, Canyonlands, and the Grand Canyon. We also camped at 2 great Utah State Parks: Kodachrome Basin and Dead Horse Point. Two of our highlights included the awesome view at dead horse point, and hiking in slot canyons. It was just fantastic to see the majesty of God's work in these various places.
Speaking of God's work. God's desire for each of us is to be generous. That has some various interpretations, including being available to others, serving, listening to God's direction in our lives. Using our talents and abilities in a way that is pleasing to the Lord is really important. We even mention it in the Keichu Bow, we would rather Pray for someone than fight them. Well this all leads me to an update on the Karate School in Louisiana that was affected by Katrina. First off, Mr. Dupaquier sent me an email thanking each and every one that reached out to him. On Mr. Dupaquiers first open day of class after the Hurricane he had 1(one) student attend. On his second day he had 2 (two) students attend. Mr. Dupaquier probably had 200-300 students before the hurricane. This is just one example of the devastion that has occured. Please consider giving to the fund that was set up for this. See one of the previous entries on this site. Remember we can have an impact, but we will have to be willing to sacrifice some. This business will need support for a while until they and the entire city can recover. Please consider giving again. Send directly to:
MKTC FUND 4615 Shreveport Hwy Pineville, LA 71360 I am also going to set up a can to collect change and send it before Christmas. If you are like me you have a lot of change hanging around, if we all give it will add up.
In case you think I am harping on this, remember we still have: students, a dojo, schools, houses, roads, stores, TV, Phones, Electricity, etc..
I personally believe that one donation will not save these people, this neighborhood etc...That is why I am harping. Mr. Mr.
Well on to other Stuff
At the Arvin Tournament we did fantastic.
Ann 1st in Kata
Jacob 3rd in Kata
Corey 2nd in weapons and kata, 1st in sparring
Derek 1st in kata
Eddie medal in kata, 3rd in sparring
Greg medal in kata
Lizeth 2nd kata & Sparring
Jaymie 3rd in kata
Victoria 2nd kata, ist in sparring (sorry I left you off the bakersfield results where you had a 1st and 2nd)
Martin 2nd kata, 3rd sparring
Nick 1st kata, 2nd sparring
August 1st weapons, 2nd sparring, 4th kata
Kimberly 3rd kata, 3rd sparring
Matt 1st Kata, 2nd sparring
Mr Crothers 2nd Weapons, 1st kata, 1st sparring, Black Belt Grand Champ kata and sparring
The State Championships are right around the corner November 12th in Riverside
Recent Promotions included
Nick, Brandon, Joseph, David Fritz to Yellow
Kimberly To Green
Each student is making progress towards that next belt or stripe. I could see the improvements after returning from the camping trip.
Keep an eye out for the next scheduled belt test after the State Championships.
Saturday 10/29 and 11/5 is open training. This is a great way to improve, meet new students, prepare for promotions, stripes, and tournaments. I plan on being there both days at 9 am........Will you be there???
As always:
Keep Training and let the Lord direct your path
Mr. Mr.
September 26 August 13th belt testSeveral tested in August for their belts and each of these passed with flying colors. Give them a big hand in the form of a congratulation when you see them.
CJ Orndorff Promoted to Orange
Promoted to White with Black Stripe
Andrew Hostler
Sarah Hostler
Hayden Hanson
August Brown Belt TestCongratulations to our new Brown Belts!!!!! Just remember, even if you are a white belt, you too can train and become a brown belt like those that tested in August.
Make sure you congratulate:
Ken, Barbara, Bien, Ulices, Zachary
They were great at the test. September 06 Targeted Dojo Donation OpportunityStudents and Parents: I know we are all looking for ways to help those in need from the Katrina Disaster. We were looking for a way to help some Louisiana based karate organization. This past weekend we received information regarding Mandeville Karate in Louisiana. Mandeville is very near Lake Ponchatrain and the city was ravaged during the hurricane and floods. We have decided to communicate this opportunity to our students. Let me tell you a little bit about Mr. Joe Dupaquier. Joe is one of the greatest USKA competitors I have ever seen. He is fearless. Most of all he is an awesome individual that has mentored and challenged and grown many students. Mr. Dupaquier is a USKA Hall of Fame member, an active contributor to Local and National Martial Arts scenes. He has organized the World Championships for several years. He is married and I believe has two children. As a Christian, Joe was the primary force to get a Christian based demo presented several times at the World Championships. He has advised us on business related issues for running a dojo. This year when Mr. Crothers fought for the Grand Championship at Nationals he fought James Lee who is one of Joe Dupaquier's students. I tell you all of this to bring relativity to the people and the place. I know that we have all given to help support the recovery from this disaster. I don't know about you, but when I give to the Red Cross or at our church to support the victims , I really do not know where my donations go. In this case any donations will go to help rebuild a business that promotes values we all want our youth to have. Please give this prayerful consideration. shown below is the email I received from Mr. Gilliland (the Keichu instructor from Louisiana that came in January for a seminar) MrMr Friends,
I would first ask you thank God that our friends in Mandeville were spared from Hurricane Katrina. I am sure that most of you know that Joe Dupaquier and his family got out safely. Their home received only superficial damage and the dojo even less. Of course, electricity is out, trees are down, roads are impassable and communications difficult.
I drove through Joe’s town and neighborhood with him a few days ago. He was truly blessed.
However, it will be quite a while before the residents of Mandeville will have a return to normal life. His student base will be unable to support his dojo for quite some time. I am asking for your help. I am asking, because Joe would never think of doing so himself. In fact, he would try to keep me from writing this.
I realize that in the aftermath of such a disaster, one karate dojo does not seem that important. I also realize that most have already given generously to the national relief funds. However, this is my friend. Your friend. I know from personal experience that he would be the first to help me. You probably know this as well.
I am quite simply asking that we do our best to help Joe keep his dojo open, until the day that his students can return. You know that he will take over from there.
An account is being set up to send donations to Joe. If you can help, make checks payable to:
MKTC FUND 4615 Shreveport Hwy Pineville, LA 71360
Thank you, Danny Gilliland Rapides School of Keichu Ryu Karate USKA Louisiana State Representative. (318) 641-1002
August 26 In house fun and picturesI don't know about all of you, but we had a BLAST at the In house...
I have posted some pictures. Parents and students, remember you can view your pictures and copy them for your enjoyment.
We are not sure if you liked the Chanbara competition, so let us know
Keep up the good progress. August 01 2005 In House TournamentCheck out the schedule for the in house tournament. It is scheduled for August 20th.
You can enter up to 4 events: Kata, Sparring, Weapons and Chanbara.
This is the first time we will offer Chanbara. It is a fun and exciting event. The contestants use Nerf Style swords and spar each other. There are controlled rules and regulations. We need enough to sign up to make this interesting. This event is held at large USKA events like National's and World's.
The in house tournament has been one of the students and parents favorite events. Sign up at the school, we will have a sign up sheet available. We will start at 10am and go until done.
If you plan on attending get signed up right away. This will help us know how many trophies we will need......
July Belt TestWhat a month for belt tests. If you are observant you will notice 16 new belts in our various classes. Each student can be proud of this accomplishment. Check out the picture site, I have loaded pictures from the belt test for all to view....
Here are the results:
White with Black Stripe: Austin, Bunn, Luke, David, and Nick
Yellow with Black Stripe: Ann
Yellow: Delayne and Jacob
Orange: Joe, James, and Pam
Green: Lynelle, Jasmine, Greg, Jaymie
Purple: Scott
Awesome job by everyone
June 20 All Nighter thank yousSpecial thanks to the parents that helped with the allnighter. This is the one event we do, where we throw everyting to the wind and let the kids just have a blast. It takes special patience and is really hard when one of your kids is there too. Students make sure you thank those parents again when you see them. Thanks to the advanced students that helped out too. When you assume any leadership role in life, no matter how small, it does matter. Parents, thanks for letting your precious children attend. We know that many were tired on Saturday, I bet they would say it was worth it. Next year's is only a year away. May 28 The All Nighter 6/17 and 6/18The all nighter is one of the students most popular events. This is a chance for the youth student to bond with other students. We have fun and eat and have fun and even practice. We will work on tournament Kata for all those preparing for the Seaside Open... We will have sign up paperwork and flyers in the school this coming week. Make sure you go over our permission slip with you child/children. We do not wnat to have to be calling you in the middle of the night. Here is the permission slip (as best it can transfer to the blog format) Permission Slip
I hereby authorize_______________________________ to attend the Karate Overnighter event at Crothers Keichu-Do on June 17th/18th 2005. I understand that is a co-ed event. As such all sleeping clothing shall be modest and appropriate for the event. Inappropriate attire shall be cause for dismissal from the event.
I agree to pick up my Child by 10 am on Saturday morning.
I agree to pick up my child as requested, (including the middle of the night) if any behavior problems occur during this event. I have discussed appropriate behavior with my child and have informed him/her of the consequences of inappropriate behavior.
____________________ ___________________________ Parent/guardian Signature Attendee/Student Signature
Clothing Requirements: Wear Gi on Friday to event Extra shirt Pajamas (Modest and Appropriate) Toothbrush and toothpaste Sleeping bag and pillow Shoes and socks All clothing, sleeping bags, pillows, and personal items are to be properly identified with a marker or ID tag. Each student is responsible for their own items.
Special Medical or Dietary Considerations (list in the space provided) ________________________________________________________ Prescriptions: (List names, times, and amounts) ________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________
Signature of Authorizing parent or Guardian Alternate Emergency Contact
___________________________________
Name_______________________________ Name_______________________________
Phone_______________________________ Phone_______________________________
Cell Phone___________________________ Cell Phone___________________________
May 23 Open House StuffListed below was the outline for our Open House Talk. Why We Do what we do and when do we do itOur programs include a full menu for the student. We train in the Body Mind and Spirit. We not only show and train but we explain and demonstrate the techniques and ideas on self Defense. Our Self Defense teaching has a Christian basis to it. We are about Creating Champions of Our Students. We want each student to be a champion. Naturally there exists many examples to this. Each Student earns each stripe and Belt. The stripes are for shorter-term reward and the Belt is a longer-term reward. The belt is evidence of what the student has accomplished. It is not the accomplishment it is just the evidence. In addition our role is to support you the parents, our students learn about respect and honor and honesty and hard work and meeting and setting goals. These experiences will help them in many endeavors in life.
It is a great privilege to work with each student and we value each student. If you haven’t already discovered this you will discover that Our training is not just about kicking and blocking and punching and self-defense it is about making each student a Champion in Life.
Summer Events
June 17th: The All-nighter July 09th Our Seaside Open Tournament in Carlsbad August 20th In house Tournament August 18th
Our Tournament is one of our biggest events We present our school to the Martial Arts Community Through our organization and our commitment we can be a witness We can personally talk to other individuals in other styles We can generate friendships and acquaintances Tournaments prepare the competitors to respond to pressure They are fun, and they are challenging It takes help from everyone Last year we had 270 competitors and 400 spectators WE HAD A BLAST There will be more Keichu People at this tournament than any Tournament This is where we need your help We have a volunteer sign up sheet for you to help with various jobs. The tournament is a big undertaking and we need a lot of help. Jobs include:
1. Snack Bar 2. Registration 3. Trophy Set Up 4. Ring and Tournament Set up 5. Bracketing table set up 6. Door Guards 7. Microphone and Speakers / Podium 8. Scorekeeper Dojo Volunteers (we will give instructions for this) 9. Trophy Runners Dojo Volunteers 10. Clean up 11. Vans to transport to and from tournament 12. Announcer Volunteer dojo 13. Medical Stuff 14. Medical staff for injury 15. Set up Signs
Tournament Material needed 1. 5 Large Ice chests (on sign up list) 2. 3 Canopies for Snack Bar and eating area 3. 4 Tables to start Registration 4. 8 chairs to start Registration For all the material items we need them at 8am on tourney day and we need them picked up by 5 pm on tourney day Shirts and Gi’s We are having new shirts and Gi’s silk screens being made. Shirts will be Short and Long sleeve New Weapons Class We need 6 students to start another weapons class Class will be 445-530 Wednesdays. Sign up if you are interested New Student Promotion We are offering Free T-Shirts for students that recommend a candidate student who enrolls. We want everyone to be able to have a T-Shirt. Parents, getting someone else in your neighborhood involved can help with carpooling learning faster and creating better friendships. We are working on a Web Page Post pictures Post emails Articles News
May 22 Summer EventsJune 17th: The All Nighter July 9th: Seaside Open USKA Championship in Carlsbad (Our Tournament) August 20th: In House Tournament (should be a Saturday) May 20 May Tournament in BakersfieldWell we went to the USKA Central Vallley Classic in force. We did great and Mr. Crothers was extremely proud and pleased with each student. Thanks to the Middaugh's for sharing their van to let us bring along several students.. 12 1st places-4 2nd places-5 3rd places- Grand Champ Black Belt Sparring.. Not Bad Results: Matt Fach: 1st in Kata, 3rd in Sparring Brien Middaugh: 1st Kata, 1st Sparring Max Alvarez: 3rd Kata , 3rd in sparring Caleb Whiting: 4th Kata Zachary Middaugh: 1st Weapons, 1st Kata, 3rd sparring Kimberly Noland: 1st Kata, 3rd sparring William Morton: 1st Kata, 2nd Sparring Richard Morton: 1st Kata, 2nd sparring David Lantz: 2nd Kata, 1st sparring Pam Barkley: 1st Kata Jeff Crothers: 1st Weapons, 2nd Kata, 1st Sparring, Sparring Grand Champ |
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