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AKA Warrior Cup – Better and Brighter

By |2022-01-25T23:27:22-06:00January 25th, 2022|AKA, NASKA World Event, Tournament Review|

The AKA Warrior Cup has always been a definitive force in the Sport Karate World. Between its extensive history paired with the relentless innovation of the promoters, John Sharkey and Hunter Lyon, it’s an event that sets the bar with professionalism and quality every year.    This year was no different, after the hiatus of [...]

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Diamond Nationals: Back on the Mats

By |2021-11-11T22:44:20-06:00November 11th, 2021|NASKA World Event, Tournament Review|

Diamonds is Back!   Diamonds has been a staple of Sport Karate forever; especially in the midwest regions. A common question heard through every tournament and every school is as the weather cools is:  “You’re going to Diamonds, right?” Last year, the entire world said “no” and we all sat at home and wondered what [...]

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Battle of Atlanta: A Comeback for the Record Books

By |2021-11-11T22:44:30-06:00June 30th, 2021|NASKA Event, NASKA World Event, Tournament, Tournament Review|

“It’s been a year.” That was the phrase that was heard over and over at this year’s Battle of Atlanta. Among the first of the big NASKA events to start rolling forward, post-covid. The Battle of Atlanta was a big jump for a lot of people to get back into the ring, as well as [...]

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NASKA Cancels 2020 Season Early Due to Covid-19

By |2020-08-24T19:45:16-05:00August 23rd, 2020|Competitors, COVID-19, NASKA World Event, Tournament Review|

From NASKA President Larry Carnahan: To All NASKA Members, Officials, Competitors, Fans and Volunteers: It is with great regret that I am announcing that due to the Covid-19 Pandemic, the 2020 NASKA Season is ending effective immediately.  There will be no in-person NASKA sanctioned events approved or held for the remainder of 2020.  This difficult [...]

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Quarantine: A Quick Update

By |2020-03-20T17:03:38-05:00March 20th, 2020|Uncategorized|

  Covid-19 It’s been rocking the world and as of this week, we’re all in limbo. Some of us still work, and the days progress much as before, just with less people. For others of us, our whole jobs have changed or been temporarily suspended. It’s a crazy time right now with closures and changes [...]

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Compete Internationals: Showmanship and Competition in the Sun

By |2020-03-10T10:44:00-05:00March 10th, 2020|NASKA Event, Tournament Review|

Compete Internationals held in Ontario, California is one of the feel-good events of the season. Everyone has great things to say, and the sheer number of divisions and events offered is truly staggering. That, coupled with a huge focus on underbelt competition gives it an extra helping of the family-friendly feelings. Hosted by Mohamed Jahanvash [...]

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A New Chapter to Competition: The AKA Warrior Cup

By |2020-02-15T10:01:46-06:00February 15th, 2020|NASKA Event, Tournament, Tournament Review|

The 2020 AKA Warrior Cup has made a habit out of redefining itself and pushing towards bigger and better things with every iteration and this year was no exception. With a new location in the Sheraton Grand in downtown Chicago, a new layout necessitated by the change, and some major tweaks to the schedule, there [...]

Diamond Nationals: Change Up and Growth

By |2019-12-01T09:55:35-06:00November 15th, 2019|NASKA Event, Tournament Review|

Diamonds Nationals this year was a little something different. Kicking off on November 4th in the heart of downtown Minneapolis, the new location provided both competitors and families with a slew of options not available in previous years, but also with additional challenges. The change in date also caused some minor conflictions with many. This [...]

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U.S. Capitol Classics/China Open: Grace in the Storm

By |2020-02-21T12:49:28-06:00August 29th, 2019|NASKA Event, Tournament, Tournament Review|

The 2019 US Capitol Classics/China Open was a statement in elegance. Located at National Harbor Maryland in the beautiful Gaylord National Resort and Convention Center, there was a sense of grandeur and luxury that isn’t matched anywhere else. Despite the beautiful and wonderful accommodations. The US Capitol Classics/China Open had one major issue. Internet. Friday [...]

Tradition and Innovation: Quebec Open 2019

By |2019-06-11T09:07:57-05:00June 8th, 2019|Tournament Review|

The Quebec Open is always talked about in fond tones. From the spectacular night show to the inclusive feel, it’s an event that has a different flavor than many other events. Claire Concozza, David Bossinotte, and Samuel Gagnon hosted the 2019 Quebec Open, on April 26th and 27th held at PEPS, Laval University in Quebec [...]

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