National College of Martial Arts International 20th Anniversary Tournament June 26, 2009

This tournament is hosted by the legendary Lou Angel. Mr. Angel has brought his tournament to the East Coast for the first time ever! His tournaments have been held on the West Coast and Midwest since 1963. The legendary Mike Stone competed in Mr. Angels first tournament as a brown belt in 1963. Don't miss this opportunity to see many great karateka. Mr. Angel was named 2007 Black Belt Magazine "Man of the Year" for his contributions to the arts for the last 55 years. Mr. Angel still trains daily at his hombu; the NCMA headquarters in Joplin, Missouri.

Friday night seminars with Hollywood superstar and Kenpo Master, Mr. Jeff Speakman. Also from Okinawa, Eric Higaonna, son of famed Okinawan Goju Ryu Karate Master Morio Higaonna. NCMA members free to seminars. Non-NCMA members $50.00 for both seminars or $30.00 each. There will be a Friendship Cookout after the tournament for all members and invited guests. All tournament schedules, forms and fees are posted on the event homepage below.

(This is an invitation only tournament although the tournament itself is open to the public for viewing/attending. If you would like to be a part of this great event please call 706-260-8591 and ask to speak with Brock Sensei.)

Official Website: http://ncma20th.tenchigoju.com