South Australia State Titles 2011
Martial art schools from all over SA, some having to travel a good 4 hours to attend the 2011 State Titles at Campbelltown Leisure Centre Adelaide. The tournament proved to be an intense one, with all attending hoping to qualify for State team selection to represent their State at the 2011 National championships being held in December on the Gold Coast, Queensland
Standouts on the day, the passion of the children's divisions was apparent from the out set, with parent's emotions running high. Final of the M/F 10 to 11 yrs continuous division was won by a determined Stephen McAvaney, White Tiger, defeating team mate Oska Dubsky-Smith...finals female 12 - 13 yrs 5th Kyu to Black belt point sparring saw Carley Forrest White Tiger defeat Vanessa Coppola Tang Soo Do,
Finals Pee Wee's point sparring was a nail biter which had mums, dads and coaches sitting on the edge of their seats. Tolomy Liapis Tang Soo Do came up against Connor Prior Shingokan Goju, the match was even throughout the bout with ten seconds to go Tolomy scored with a front kick and was awarded the winning point, runner up Connor Prior. Congratulations boys and girls you all did your clubs proud.
Traditional weaponry and demonstrations kicked off with some excellent performances from various martial art schools. Junior traditional weaponry saw Ethan Crook PVT International, take out the division with a polished katana performance. Demo/creative weapon division had Willem Daniels from Karate Jitsu winning this event
Male black belt open forms competition was taken out by John Brown KUA, out classing his opponents with an explosive kata (form), runner up Daniel Tregenza GKR.
Highlight of the day was the Men's advanced continuous sparring, there was going to be a fierce battle to see who would be this years State champion. Round by round they where eliminated and competitors where warned to control their contact from the centre referee. Jason Couzner a veteran of this event worked his way up through a talented field to fight out the finals against Khanthala Pholsavatory PVT International. Both fighters gave 100% throughout the match and again where cautioned by the referee to control their contact. Nearing the end of the bout Jason moved ahead on points scoring to take out 2011 SA State titles making it 2 years in a row
Congratulations to all who attended SA State titles and all the best to the State team travelling to the NAS National championship on the Gold Coast in December.
Special thanks must go to Mr Nick DeCristofaro and family for their support this year.
To Mr John McDonald thank you for the fantastic action shots throughout the year.
Finally to the men and women from SA Referees board I truly thank you for your dedication and support to the NAS throughout the year...2011 Officials of the year, Mr Geoff Foulis and Adriana DeCristofaro, congratulations to you both!
We look forward to seeing everyone in 2012 and I can promise you we will be bigger and better next year with your support...All the best for the festive season and the New Year
Your's in martial arts Mr James Casey
1. Competitor – Profile
NAME: Nik McDonald, 24 y.o.
STYLE: Go-Kan-Ryu (GKR)
How long have you trained? 6 years
Where do you train? Adelaide – State Team Training, Instructor Training, 2 nights a week teaching.
Can you tell us what you like about the NAS competition?
Variety. I gained valuable experience as a mid-range belt coming up through the grades by entering in NAS competitions that gave me the opportunity to test my kumite and kata against a wide variety of other styles.
Best moment/memory in competition with the NAS?
Competing in the 2010 NAS Nationals as a 1st Kyu, I was selected for the State vs. State Team Kumite. Every member of our team really stepped it up a notch that day against tough competition from NSW and QLD to win the Cup. Working as a team to succeed is a far better feeling than doing it on your own.
Have you a favourite technique in competition?
Reverse punch because it's solid, quick and leaves little room for doubt in the eyes of the judges.
Favourite martial artist... Nope.
What are your future goals in the NAS?
Sometime over the next few years:
1) Black belt weight division national champion.
2) Win a kata round at State level at least.
2. Club/Organisation – Profile
Instructors Name: Michael D'Ambrosio
Style: Adelaide Tang Soo Do Academy, Korean martial arts health and fitness.
How long have you trained? Over 20 years
Location of club & nights you train? Through out Adelaide and nightly
Michael how did you find out about the NAS competition? Blitz mag/ website
Our organisation has been competing in the NAS competition for many years
Please tell us what you like about the NAS competition
The fairness of the competition and allows our club/organisation to compete against martial art exponents
What are your future goals for your organisation?
To continue to support the NAS competition in SA
Please call me on 0412 366 233 and find out more about my organisation
3. 
Officials Profile
SA Officials of the year, dedication and service to the NAS
On behalf of the NAS President, Mr. Silvio Morelli, the Chairman of the ARB Mr James Casey wishes to congratulate SA Officials of 2011
2011 Official of the year
Mr Geoff Foulis for his dedication and service to South Australia's ARB
Geoff has been involved with the NAS as an Official for over 10 years and has the respect and admiration from all attending martial art schools
2011 Table Official of the year
Ms Adriana DeCristofaro, her dedication and service to the South Australia ARB
Adriana has worked tirelessly with the National Director of Table officials, Mrs Virginia Casey
To our recipients congratulations on receiving these awards
To all members of the South Australian referees board I personally wish to thank you and congratulate all of you for an out-standing year of Officiating and supporting the NAS and we look forward to seeing you in 2012
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