Battle of Atlanta: A Comeback for the Record Books
“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 the in-person competition atmosphere. With [...]
NASKA Cancels 2020 Season Early Due to Covid-19
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 decision was made after extensive [...]
Quarantine: A Quick Update
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 that affect us all on [...]
Compete Internationals: Showmanship and Competition in the Sun
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 and his entire family, Compete [...]
A New Chapter to Competition: The AKA Warrior Cup
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 were plenty of challenges for [...]
Diamond Nationals: Change Up and Growth
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 year’s Diamond Nationals was running [...]
U.S. Capitol Classics/China Open: Grace in the Storm
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 eliminations went off without a [...]
Tradition and Innovation: Quebec Open 2019
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 City, a place with a [...]
39 Years of Awesome: Ocean State Grand Nationals
It’s safe to say the Ocean State Grand Nationals outdid itself again in its 39th year, keeping the audience on the edge of their seats on multiple occasions over the course of what turned out to be an unforgettable weekend. The annual open sport karate and martial arts tournament took place on April 12th through 14th, 2019 at the Crowne [...]
SMA Live with Raymond Daniels.
Mallory: Hey everybody. Welcome to SMA Live. It is a wonderful Saturday, March 23rd. We have just gotten back from Irish Open, California, and all this other stuff. Of course, joining me is my staple co-host, Ross Levine! Ross, how you doing brother? I know you had the flu, how are you feeling? Ross: I'm feeling so much better. [...]
Go International – 2019 Quebec Open – Live Streams
The 2019 Quebec Open is part of the NASKA World Tour and is also a WAKO rated event. This event was voted best tournament of 2018 in the SportMartialArts.com Viewers' Choice Poll and has a night show you will not forget. Check out the great live streams from this event - broadcast exclusively by SportMartialArts.com. [...]
Sport Karate News
Battle of Atlanta: A Comeback for the Record Books
“It’s been a year.” That was the phrase that [...]
NASKA Cancels 2020 Season Early Due to Covid-19
From NASKA President Larry Carnahan: To All NASKA Members, [...]
Quarantine: A Quick Update
Covid-19 It’s been rocking the world and as [...]
Competition News
2016 Viewer’s Choice Winners
Thousands of votes were cast and the winners of the coveted Viewer's Choice have been selected. Congratulations to all of those who were selected by the [...]
Underbelt Finals Are The New Standard
Finals shows for underbelt competitors are popping up at tournaments across the United States. Black belt "grand championships" are part of most sport karate tournaments. Grand champion [...]
Tournament News
Battle of Atlanta: A Comeback for the Record Books
“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 [...]
A New Chapter to Competition: The AKA Warrior Cup
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 [...]
Rules Review
Rules Review: What Rank Can I Compete At?
Rules Review: Competing at a different rank reviewed It happens all the time and in some leagues, it is allowed by the rules: people move up [...]
Competitor News
NASKA Cancels 2020 Season Early Due to Covid-19
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 [...]