Capilano College Sportsplex was overflowing
last weekend with spectators and athletes of all ages as
the Tiger Balm International martial arts competition took
place.
Nine
categories, including SKIL point fighting, SKIL & WKC
continuous sparring, Sport Jujitsu, padded weapons
sparring, San Shou fighting, Olympic Style Tae Kwon Do, and
Modified Pankration were on display. Competitors from both
Canada
and the United States came together in this most impressive
display of skill, sportsmanship and honour. Congratulations
to all involved.
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Thirteen-year-old
Carol Casey and 15-year-old sister Megan took home
a gold and a bronze medal respectively. |
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Announcer
Cody Shepherd provided running commentary and instructions
for both spectators and competitors on the floor. |
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Alexandra
Nagy (left) was busy warming up with official Kim Chiang.
Later, she would compete in an impressive "underbelt"
match. |
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Visitng
from the United States were Karate competitors Tony
Riggs (left), Ralston Guthrie and brother Kessler Guthrie. |
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The
tournament volunteers from Praying Mantis Kung Fu Academy
were happy to help. From left: Marc Licorish, Stephanie
Kinsella, Gareth Evans and Brenda Zacharuk. |
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Joseph
Ellis, who hails from Central Point, Oregon, is studying
to become a Tae Kwon Do master |
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Kickboxers
Shari Jafari (left) and Leanne Bennett were enjoying
life from the sidelines, cheering on their favourites
from Studio West. |
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Seven-year-old
Alfonso Bastone, seen here with mom Domenica, won a
bronze medal in his first ever competition. |
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