AAU National Karate Tournament

[dlavie]

Well it's finally here!

On Tuesday, Scott and I will head out to SUNY in Albany NY for the tournament. He is registered in the Mens 19 - 34 yo Intermediate division. He will be in the Kata (floor exercise), Kubodo (weapons) and Kumite (sparring) events. He chose Sai as his weapon (remember the movie Elektra?)

The AAU has been very responsive to our needs. When I sent his application in I attached a letter in the package citing my concerns of his autism and the pre match staging. Sometime he "meditates" and misses his divisions call. The AAU will give me a pass to be in the staging area so I can prompt him to follow his division. The AAU actually called to make sure I had him in the right events, they have physically challenged divisions. I told them that once he got to the "ring" he would be fine, it was just the transitioning that would go astray.

His events are on Wednesday and Thursday, I'll keep you posted.

 

[jonahnah]

I'm sending enormous quantities of "kick butt" vibes to Scott! I'm sure he'll do great. I'm glad the tournament officials were accommodating. I'll look forward to hearing from you after the tournament. Most importantly, have a great time!

Jonahnah
From now on, I'm going to be more decisive. Possibly.

 

[fit_fairy]

Dave, how exciting!! Good luck vibes heading your son's way!!

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[story1267]

Dave, that's great news! I'll be sending good vibes your way. My DS finished his first 6 week session of Karate today and is absolutely loving it. I can't give enough praise to his Sensei - Lou Hopkins and Mary, the special ed teacher who helps keep the kids in line ;-) .

We'll look forward to your updates!

 

[buffettgirl]

Go, Scott, Go. Best wishes to all of you. I'll be watching for the results...

 

[Gayle]

Wishing Scott good luck, and many "kick-butt" vibes (I liked that term, Jonahnah).

 

[My2girls]

Wow, have a great time!

I'll be keeping my eyes peeled for an update once you get home!

Mary

 

[Miss Lee]

Wow! I can't wait for a full report! I'm sending lots of vibes and many prayers his way. He's a winner no matter what, and his parents are pretty cool, too. ;-)

 

[SRP]

All right! Dave and Scott, I hope you have a great time. Be sure to let us know how everything goes!