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Featured Student:
Student Rank:
Age:
Current Tournament Division:
Student's Instructor:
Student's School / Organization:
Besides Martial Arts training, what
are your other hobbies or interests?
Video Games and playing outside!!
Oh yeah!! And being a big brother to my
little sister Kyla!
What motivated you to start taking
Martial Arts?
My Dad, KJN Tommy Barker!
How has the Martial Arts changed your life?
I can almost do the splits and kick fast
like my dad!
How long have you been involved
in the Martial Arts?
6 months
What is your favorite part of the Martial Arts?
Jumping over things :) and kicking pads!!
What people in your life have influenced you the most?
My dad and mom.
Are you excited to have your bio featured on the competitor page on
mmasc.net? Oh Yes!! Superstar!!!
Are there any accomplishments in Martial Arts or in your life you would like to
mention?
To get faster and stronger, like my dad!
Student Rank:
Age:
Current Tournament Division:
Student's Instructor:
Student's School / Organization:
Besides Martial Arts training, what
are your other hobbies or interests?
Video Games and playing outside!!
Oh yeah!! And being a big brother to my
little sister Kyla!
What motivated you to start taking
Martial Arts?
My Dad, KJN Tommy Barker!
How has the Martial Arts changed your life?
I can almost do the splits and kick fast
like my dad!
How long have you been involved
in the Martial Arts?
6 months
What is your favorite part of the Martial Arts?
Jumping over things :) and kicking pads!!
What people in your life have influenced you the most?
My dad and mom.
Are you excited to have your bio featured on the competitor page on
mmasc.net? Oh Yes!! Superstar!!!
Are there any accomplishments in Martial Arts or in your life you would like to
mention?
To get faster and stronger, like my dad!
Brady Barker
Brown XPT Dragon
6 & Under Beginner
KJN Tommy Barker
Ernie Reyes World Martial Arts
Brown XPT Dragon
6 & Under Beginner
KJN Tommy Barker
Ernie Reyes World Martial Arts
Featured Student:
Student Rank:
Age:
Current Tournament Division:
Student's Instructor:
Student's School / Organization:
Besides Martial Arts training, what are your other hobbies or interests?
I like to work out and spend time with my kids and family.
What motivated you to start taking Martial Arts?
My parents were the ones that got me motivated and got me to compete.
When I was a kid, I loved watching Martial Arts on TV. Like Ernie Reyes Jr
and Sr, and Chuck Norris.
How has the Martial Arts changed your life?
It has made me more confident in my work and in everything I do. I like the
family atmosphere.
How long have you been involved in the Martial Arts?
Well, I have been in two different schools. I took Tracy's Kenpo for about a
year and a half, I also took MTA Tae Kwondo here in Springfield for 2 years.
What is your favorite part of the Martial Arts?
COMPETITION! I believe we have the best circuit in the state!
What people in your life have influenced you the most?
My parents, they're the ones who got me involved. And also Mr. Osborn,
Brandon Osborn, and Rundall Mosley.
Are you excited to have your bio featured on the competitor page on
mmasc.net? Absolutely, it's an honor.
Are there any accomplishments in Martial Arts or in your life you would like to
mention?
Winning Grand Champion three consecutive times in a row. Also being able
to get back into Martial Arts after having a surgery on my leg 2 years ago.
Student Rank:
Age:
Current Tournament Division:
Student's Instructor:
Student's School / Organization:
Besides Martial Arts training, what are your other hobbies or interests?
I like to work out and spend time with my kids and family.
What motivated you to start taking Martial Arts?
My parents were the ones that got me motivated and got me to compete.
When I was a kid, I loved watching Martial Arts on TV. Like Ernie Reyes Jr
and Sr, and Chuck Norris.
How has the Martial Arts changed your life?
It has made me more confident in my work and in everything I do. I like the
family atmosphere.
How long have you been involved in the Martial Arts?
Well, I have been in two different schools. I took Tracy's Kenpo for about a
year and a half, I also took MTA Tae Kwondo here in Springfield for 2 years.
What is your favorite part of the Martial Arts?
COMPETITION! I believe we have the best circuit in the state!
What people in your life have influenced you the most?
My parents, they're the ones who got me involved. And also Mr. Osborn,
Brandon Osborn, and Rundall Mosley.
Are you excited to have your bio featured on the competitor page on
mmasc.net? Absolutely, it's an honor.
Are there any accomplishments in Martial Arts or in your life you would like to
mention?
Winning Grand Champion three consecutive times in a row. Also being able
to get back into Martial Arts after having a surgery on my leg 2 years ago.
Featured Student:
Student Rank:
Age:
Current Tournament Division:
Student's Instructor:
Student's School / Organization:
Besides Martial Arts training, what are
your other hobbies or interests?
Basketball & Softball.
What motivated you to start taking Martial Arts?
My parents wanted me to get over my shyness.
How has the Martial Arts changed your life?
It has helped me to be a better person.
How long have you been involved in
the Martial Arts?
6.5 years.
What is your favorite part of the Martial Arts?
Meeting different people and making new friends!
What people in your life have influenced you the most?
My friends, my parents, and other family members.
Are you excited to have your bio featured on the competitor page on
mmasc.net? Yes, I am!
Are there any accomplishments in Martial Arts or in your life you would like to
mention?
My goal was to learn Martial Arts to become a Black Belt. To meet different
people at tournaments that also - like me, learn the Martial Arts at an early
age.
Student Rank:
Age:
Current Tournament Division:
Student's Instructor:
Student's School / Organization:
Besides Martial Arts training, what are
your other hobbies or interests?
Basketball & Softball.
What motivated you to start taking Martial Arts?
My parents wanted me to get over my shyness.
How has the Martial Arts changed your life?
It has helped me to be a better person.
How long have you been involved in
the Martial Arts?
6.5 years.
What is your favorite part of the Martial Arts?
Meeting different people and making new friends!
What people in your life have influenced you the most?
My friends, my parents, and other family members.
Are you excited to have your bio featured on the competitor page on
mmasc.net? Yes, I am!
Are there any accomplishments in Martial Arts or in your life you would like to
mention?
My goal was to learn Martial Arts to become a Black Belt. To meet different
people at tournaments that also - like me, learn the Martial Arts at an early
age.
Featured Student:
Student Rank:
Age:
Current Tournament Division:
Student's Instructor:
Student's School / Organization:
Besides Martial Arts training, what are
your other hobbies or interests?
Walking, hiking, video games,
soccer & football.
What motivated you to start taking
Martial Arts?
My older brothers and my Mother.
How has the Martial Arts changed your life?
I've gained a lot of confidence and I've
made a lot of friends!
How long have you been involved in the Martial Arts?
5 months.
What is your favorite part of the Martial Arts?
Weapons class & Kata.
What people in your life have influenced you the most?
Dad, Mom, Sensei Mann, my brothers, Nathan Mann & Kyle Hudson!
Are you excited to have your bio featured on the competitor page on
mmasc.net? Yes, very excited!
are there any accomplishments in Martial Arts or in your life you would like to
mention?
I was very proud and excited to take 1st place in beginners weapons in my
first tournament ever!!
Student Rank:
Age:
Current Tournament Division:
Student's Instructor:
Student's School / Organization:
Besides Martial Arts training, what are
your other hobbies or interests?
Walking, hiking, video games,
soccer & football.
What motivated you to start taking
Martial Arts?
My older brothers and my Mother.
How has the Martial Arts changed your life?
I've gained a lot of confidence and I've
made a lot of friends!
How long have you been involved in the Martial Arts?
5 months.
What is your favorite part of the Martial Arts?
Weapons class & Kata.
What people in your life have influenced you the most?
Dad, Mom, Sensei Mann, my brothers, Nathan Mann & Kyle Hudson!
Are you excited to have your bio featured on the competitor page on
mmasc.net? Yes, very excited!
are there any accomplishments in Martial Arts or in your life you would like to
mention?
I was very proud and excited to take 1st place in beginners weapons in my
first tournament ever!!
Featured Student:
Student Rank:
Age:
Current Tournament Division:
Student's Instructor:
Student's School / Organization:
Besides Martial Arts training,
what areyour other hobbies
or interests?
Football, basketball, choir
and baseball.
What motivated you to start taking
Martial Arts?
My friends were doing it!
How has the Martial Arts changed your life?
It has helped me learn respect
and self defense better.
How long have you been involved in the Martial Arts?
1.5 years.
What is your favorite part of the Martial Arts?
Sparring.
What people in your life have influenced you the most?
Friends and family.
Are you excited to have your bio featured on the competitor page on
mmasc.net? Yes.
Are there any accomplishments in Martial Arts or in your life you would like to
mention?
Winning first place in sparring at the first tournament of the year!
Student Rank:
Age:
Current Tournament Division:
Student's Instructor:
Student's School / Organization:
Besides Martial Arts training,
what areyour other hobbies
or interests?
Football, basketball, choir
and baseball.
What motivated you to start taking
Martial Arts?
My friends were doing it!
How has the Martial Arts changed your life?
It has helped me learn respect
and self defense better.
How long have you been involved in the Martial Arts?
1.5 years.
What is your favorite part of the Martial Arts?
Sparring.
What people in your life have influenced you the most?
Friends and family.
Are you excited to have your bio featured on the competitor page on
mmasc.net? Yes.
Are there any accomplishments in Martial Arts or in your life you would like to
mention?
Winning first place in sparring at the first tournament of the year!
Jeff Faust
Green Belt
Intermediate
Richard Osborn Sr.
Osborn's School of TKD - TCOB
Green Belt
Intermediate
Richard Osborn Sr.
Osborn's School of TKD - TCOB
Rhiannon Casey
1st Degree BB
12
11&12 Advanced
Mr. Cantrell
Just for Kicks, American Freestyle
1st Degree BB
12
11&12 Advanced
Mr. Cantrell
Just for Kicks, American Freestyle
Austen Orion Direnzo
Yellow Belt
9
9 - 10 Beginner
Sensei Mann
Top Mount Martial Arts
Yellow Belt
9
9 - 10 Beginner
Sensei Mann
Top Mount Martial Arts
Kale Czerwonka
Blue Belt
12
11 & 12 Beginner
Sensei Mann
Top Mount Martial Arts - After School
Blue Belt
12
11 & 12 Beginner
Sensei Mann
Top Mount Martial Arts - After School
Featured Student:
Student Rank:
Age:
Current Tournament Division:
Student's Instructor:
Student's School / Organization:
Besides Martial Arts training,
what areyour other hobbies
or interests?
Gunnar is a big wrestling fan.
He currently owns 25 wrestling
action figures. Gunnar is also a
big Dallas Cowboys fan! He loves
football. He can name every NFL
team and their mascot.
What motivated you to start taking
Martial Arts?
My Uncle Matt, Aunt Joan and cousin
Jesse love Taekwondo and encouraged me to try it. They bought me my
uniform and sparring shoes.
How has the Martial Arts changed your life?
I get stronger and stronger every day!
Gunnar's mom says he is very grown up for a 6 year old. She says that he
takes care of himself & thinks of others first.
How long have you been involved in the Martial Arts?
Since October 2007, at barely 5 years old!
What is your favorite part of the Martial Arts?
Sparring.
What people in your life have influenced you the most?
Mom & Dad, Uncle Matt and Mr. Irby... and Richard Osborn Sr., Brandon
Osborn, John Hilburn, and Nathaniel Irby - my best TKD friend.
Are you excited to have your bio featured on the competitor page on
mmasc.net? Super excited! This rocks!!
Are there any accomplishments in Martial Arts or in your life you would like to
mention?
Gunnar was chosen by the Springfield Public Schools to be a teachers aide
to kids with disabilities that were preparing for Kindergarten. Gunnar did this
as a pre-kindergartener. Now he is in kindergarten.
He also took 1st place forms in 6 and under beginner in MMASC for 2007!
Student Rank:
Age:
Current Tournament Division:
Student's Instructor:
Student's School / Organization:
Besides Martial Arts training,
what areyour other hobbies
or interests?
Gunnar is a big wrestling fan.
He currently owns 25 wrestling
action figures. Gunnar is also a
big Dallas Cowboys fan! He loves
football. He can name every NFL
team and their mascot.
What motivated you to start taking
Martial Arts?
My Uncle Matt, Aunt Joan and cousin
Jesse love Taekwondo and encouraged me to try it. They bought me my
uniform and sparring shoes.
How has the Martial Arts changed your life?
I get stronger and stronger every day!
Gunnar's mom says he is very grown up for a 6 year old. She says that he
takes care of himself & thinks of others first.
How long have you been involved in the Martial Arts?
Since October 2007, at barely 5 years old!
What is your favorite part of the Martial Arts?
Sparring.
What people in your life have influenced you the most?
Mom & Dad, Uncle Matt and Mr. Irby... and Richard Osborn Sr., Brandon
Osborn, John Hilburn, and Nathaniel Irby - my best TKD friend.
Are you excited to have your bio featured on the competitor page on
mmasc.net? Super excited! This rocks!!
Are there any accomplishments in Martial Arts or in your life you would like to
mention?
Gunnar was chosen by the Springfield Public Schools to be a teachers aide
to kids with disabilities that were preparing for Kindergarten. Gunnar did this
as a pre-kindergartener. Now he is in kindergarten.
He also took 1st place forms in 6 and under beginner in MMASC for 2007!
Gunnar Brooks
Blue Belt
6
6 & Under Advanced
Grandmaster Richard Osborn Sr.
Osborn's School of TKD - TCOB
Blue Belt
6
6 & Under Advanced
Grandmaster Richard Osborn Sr.
Osborn's School of TKD - TCOB
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