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The Official Newsletter of the Cheezic Tang Soo Do Federation

It's More Than Just Karate!

2007 NEWSLETTER ARCHIVE

TANG SOO DO'S AMERICAN PIONEER
Last May Grandmaster Cheezic was featured on the latest cover of Action Martial Arts Magazine.
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WEST HAVEN DOJANG GUP GRADUATION 12.08.2007 On December 8th, Master Cheezic presided over the West Haven Dojang Gup Graduation.
Head Instructors: Master Tony Melo & Mrs. Jennifer Melo
White, Orange Blue and Purple Belts Graduation
Green & Red Belts Graduation

CLINTON DOJANG GUP GRADUATION 12.06.2007 On December 6th, Master Cheezic presided over the Clinton Dojang Gup Graduation.
Instructors: Master Sharyn Drapala & Ken Hartley

ST. LOUIS UNIVERSITY DOJANG GUP & BLACK BELT GRADUATION 12.01.2007 Master Joseph Barbera travelled to St. Louis, MO over the weekend to conduct a Black Belt Grading at the St. Louis University Dojang in Missouri on December 1st. Master Barbera also presided over the Dojang's Gup Graduation. Two of the St. Louis University Instructors were promoted to 3rd Dan; Jaime Mize & Chris Beardsley. Congratulations to Mr. Mize & Mr. Beardsley and to the rest of the students who were promoted. The Federation also thanks Master Barbera for travelling such a distance, conducting the Gradings and representing the Federation in St. Louis.
Pictured left to right: Mr. Jaime Mize #948, Mr. Chris Beardsley #1220, Mr. Patrick Renick #1362, Mrs. Kara Renick #1221, Master Joseph Barbera #814, Miss Jennifer Lukac #1788
St. Louis University Dojang Members

BLACK BELT GRADING 11.30.2007
A Historical moment in the Cheezic Tang Soo Do Federation: Our Fourth Black Belt Graduation of 2007 was held on Friday, November 30, 2007. The largest Black Belt Grading in our Federation's History with over 60 students promoted to Black Belt. Congratualtions to all the students who Graduated!
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The Following Students were promoted to 3rd Dan Black Belt:
  Dennis Godin - Woodbury
  Amy Cote - Oxford
  Patrick Sheppard - West Haven
  Karen Kane - New Hartford
  Jesse Johnson - New Hartford
  Daniel Hinman - New Hartford
  Chris Cavar - Danielson

The Following Students were promoted to 2nd Dan Black Belt:
  Lyle Coviello - Naugatuck
  Drew Roosa - Warren
  Taylor Fluckiger - New Hartford
  Victoria Howland - New Hartford
  Logan Leeder - Foster

The Following Students were promoted to 1st Dan Black Belt:
  Gregory Boris - Griffin
  Nicholas Iovene - West Haven
  John Przybylowski - West Haven
  Jessica Przybylowski - West Haven
  Catherine Przybylowski - West Haven
  Larry Shea - West Haven
  Steffen Brunson - West Haven
  Raphael Cordwell - SCSU
  Robert Gamache - Cheshire
  James Everson - Cheshire
  Tanner Cook - Cheshire
  Eric Magnotti - Cheshire
  Andrea Wright - Warren
  Ryan Alves - Prospect
  Matthew - Witek - Woodbury
  William Pettinico - Woodbury
  James Pippin - Lakewood/Trumbull
  Shelby Trapp - Vernon
  Jeffrey Garnelis - Vernon
  Wesley Newth Jr - Vernon
  Ryan Walters - New Hartford
  Natalie Olmstead - New Hartford
  Nathan Olmstead - New Hartford
  Lynn Musulin - New Hartford
  Chris Riley - New Hartford
  Andrew Best - Clinton
  Sarah Dean - Danielson
  Jessica Dean - Danielson
  Cecilia Bucciarelli - Bethlehem
  Daniel Sheehan - Bethlehem
  Kathryn Francis - Bethlehem
  Danny White - Naugatuck
  Kimberly Harman - Naugatuck
  Jonathan Robinson - Stratford
  Anthony Bambino - Woodbury
  Matthew Russett - Naugatuck
  Matthew Hodkinson - Naugatuck
  Richard Ministro - Naugatuck
  Anthony Brouillard - Naugatuck
  Nicole Buckley - Naugatuck
  Iliana Rivera - Naugatuck
  Daniel Lyons - Naugatuck
  Kayleigh Hawes - Naugatuck
  Jacob Hawes - Naugatuck
  Hannah Cohen-Lawlor Warren
  Jonathan Ball - Lakewood/Trumbull
  Scott Norton - Lakewood/Trumbull
  Julie Norton - Lakewood/Trumbull
  Georgiana Appiah-Pippin - Lakewood/Trumbull

NEW FEDERATION DOJANG OPENS IN GUILFORD, CT Master Lyne Landry has opened a new Federation Dojang, Institute of Martial Arts-Guilford, in Guilford, CT. The Dojang was started on November 6th and its focus is family oriented. The students consist of at least one parent and their child/children. Thus far the group has 13 students. We wish Master Landry the best of luck with her new Dojang!!

IPPONE FINALE TOURNAMENT 11.10.2007
Students from USA Marital Arts Dojang competed at the IPPONE FINALE tournament in Fitchburg, MA on Saturday November 10th. This was the last tournament on the IPPONE circuit for this year's season. Congratulations to Mrs. Leeper, Mr. Leeper, and Mr. Bambino on a job well done and be sure to thank them for representing the Federation so well!!
pictured left to right Anthony Bambino:
1st Place Weapons
2nd Place Sparring
2nd Place Forms

Sue Leeper:
2nd Place Sparring
2nd Place Forms

David Leeper:
2nd Place Weapons
4th Place Forms

UNIVERSITY OF CONNECTICUT DOJANG GRADUATION 11.03.2007 On Saturday November 3rd, Grandmaster Cheezic presided over the University of Connecticut Gup Graduation. Also in attendance, Master Doug Wilke of USA Martial Arts.
Instructor: 2nd Dan Ian Lee (pictured 2nd from Right)


BRIDGEWATER DOJANG GRADUATION 11.01.2007
On Thursday, November 1, Grandmaster Cheezic presided over the Bridgewater Karate Gup Graduation.
Instructor: 1st Dan Lorraine Dunn-Laranetto (pictured top row on left).


NEW MILFORD DOJANG GRADUATION 10.24.2007 On Saturday October 24th, Grandmaster Cheezic presided over the New Milford Dojang Gup Graduation. Also in attendance, Master Doug Wilke of USA Martial Arts.
Instructors: 3rd Dan Susan Leeper & 3rd Dan Dave Leeper


DANIELSON DOJANG GRADUATION 10.17.2007 On Wednesday October 17, Grandmaster Cheezic presided over the Danielson Dojang's Gup Graduation. Instructor Master Daryl Laperle.
Congratulations to the following students and their new belt ranks!
Anna Estrada  2 Gup
Senad Otajagic  3 Gup
Taylor Peloquin  3 Gup
Stephen Shockley  4 Gup
Jarod Denomme  4 1/2 Gup
Richard Denomme  4 1/2 Gup
Christine Peterson  5 Gup
Jim Parsons  5 Gup
Richard Hart  5 1/2 Gup
Sarah Cavar  5 1/2 Gup
Austin Bankowski  6 Gup
Walter Bankowski  6 1/2 Gup
Angela Hill  6 1/2 Gup
David O'Leary  6 1/2 Gup
Jeffrey Davis  6 1/2 Gup
Casey Surridge  8 Gup
Jacob Surridge  8 Gup
Amelia Shockley  8 Gup
Kayla Munger  8 Gup
Lisa Parsons  8 Gup
Christine Sheridan  8 Gup
John Normington  8 Gup

MASTERS GRADUATION 10.12.2007
On October 12th, Grandmaster Cheezic conducted a Master Black Belt Graduation. Congratulations to these fine individuals!!!
Pictured (left to right): Master DiMaria, Master Laperle, Master Randolph
The following were promoted:
To 5th Dan
  Master John DiMaria 596
To 4th Dan
  Master Donald Laperle 969
  Master Steve Randolph 970
Front Row: Master Daryl Laperle, Master Ken Fish, Master Dave Deguzman, Grandmaster Robert Cheezic, Master Fred Klies, Master Neal O'Neil, Master Gary Guay
Back Row: Master Steve Randolph, Master Hertz Knox, Master Joseph Barbera, Master Tony Melo, Master Adam Gorski, Master Schuyler Greene, Master Todd Deutsch, Master John DiMaria, Master Donald Laperle

SOUTHERN VERMONT CLASSIC (IPPONE) 10.13.2007
Students from USA Marital Arts Dojang competed at the Southern Vermont Classic in Chester, VT on October 13th. This tournament was part of the IPPONE circuit. Congratulations to Mrs. Leeper, Mr. Leeper, and Mr. Bambino!!
Anthony Bambino:
2nd Place Weapons
2nd Place Sparring
2nd Place Forms

Sue Leeper:
1st Place Sparring
3rd Place Forms

David Leeper:
1st Place Weapons
2nd Place Forms

FOSTER, R.I. DOJANG GUP GRADUATION 10.05.2007
The American Martial Arts Center of Foster, R.I. Dojang held a Gup Graduation on 10/5/2007.
The following students were promoted to Apprentice Blackbelt:
 Patrick Feeney
 Kayla Spirito
 Frank Spirito
 Brett DiPetrillo
Instructor: Master Ken Saucier

BLACK BELT GRADING 09.28.2007
Our Third Black Belt Graduation of 2007 was held on Friday, September 28, 2007. Twenty-Nine students graduated; Nineteen students were promoted to the rank of Cho Dan, Nine were promoted to the rank of E Dan, and one student was promoted to the rank of Sam Dan. Congratualtions to all the students who Graduated!
The Following Students were promoted to 3rd Dan Black Belt:
  Wendy Guglielmetti - Woodbury

The Following Students were promoted to 2nd Dan Black Belt:
  Daryl Santaus - West Haven
  Sarah Spiezio - Foster, R.I.
  Brendon Boucher - Foster, R.I.
  Doreen Desorba - Woodbury
  Tom O'Neil - Woodbury
  Sean O'Neil - Woodbury
  Ian Lane - Danielson
  Alison Lane - Danielson
  Robin Orlomoski - Colebrook

The Following Students were promoted to 1st Black Belt:
  Adam Chira - CCSU
  Alisa Wright - Woodbury
  Katie Birdsall - Woodbury
  Kathleen Mifflin - Oxford
  Justiano Nieves - Naugatuck
  Michelle Newth - Vernon
  Michael Dibb - Bethlehem
  Kurt Labraque - Naugatuck
  Alexandra Estrada - Danielson
  Shannon Pomroy - Danielson
  Xavier Laporte - Danielson
  Kristie Blain - Danielson
  Gerard Cummings - Danielson
  Shirley Laporte - Danielson
  Carlton Peterson - Danielson
  James McHale - Foster, R.I.
  Jessica Butler - Naugatuck
  Austin Casagrande - Naugatuck
  Shelby Jaffe - Naugatuck

MOHEGAN SUN NATIONAL KARATE CHAMPIONSHIPS 09.23.2007
  Students from several Dojangs represented the Cheezic Tang Soo Do Federation at the Mohegan Sun National Karate Championships on September 23, 2007. The tournament was held at the Mohegan Sun Casino in Uncasville, CT. The tournament ratings were KRANE AAAAA(Plus) and NASKA AA. Breaking Divisions were rating by USBA.

Comepitors included West Haven Dojang's Master Jeffrey Albright, Master Tony Melo, Master Joseph Barbera, Miss Kristine Reilly, Miss Victoria Klemenz, Miss Rachael Petracionne, Mr. Joshua Amoro, Mr. Ryan Balamaci; Headquarters Dojang's Mr. Neal Mascola; Lakewood Trumbull Dojang's Mr. Daniel Littlefield, Mr. Paul Wagner, Mr. George Riccio IV.

  Many thanks to Grandmaster Cheezic, Master Fred Klies, Master David Deguzman, & Master Neal O'Neil who drove down from headquarters to support our competitors.







Here is how everyone performed:
Master Albright3rd Place Forms
Master Melo2nd Place Power Breaking (Hand), 2nd Place Power Breaking (Foot), 3rd Place Forms
Master Barbera1st Place Power Breaking (Elbow), 2nd Place Power Breaking (Hand)
Mr. Paul Wagner3rd Place Fighting
Mr. Dan Littlefield3rd Place Fighting
Miss Reilly7th Place Forms
Miss Klemenz1st Place Power Breaking (Hand - 8 boards)
Mr. Balamaci2nd Place Forms, 3rd Place Fighting
Mr. George Ricciocompeted in Fighting
Mr. Amorocompeted in Forms
Miss Petraccionecompeted in Forms
Congratulations to All Competitors!!!

USA MARTIAL ARTS DEMONSTRATION 09.08.2007
The USA Martial Arts Demo Team Perfomed at the Bethlehem Fair on Saturday September 8, 2007. An Event you couldn't miss!!! (the karate, not the Corn Dogs!!) The Demo Team has been performing at the Bethlehem Fair for the past 5 Years!

BOYS & GIRLS CLUB OF WATERBURY DOJANG GRADUATION 08.27.2007
On Monday August 27th, Grandmaster Cheezic presided over the Boys & Girls Club of Waterbury Gup Graduation. Instructors are Miss Rita Hubbard (3rd Dan), and Mr. Michael Cavallaro (3rd Dan) and the Assistant Instructor is Miss Jena Rowland (3rd Dan).

Students grading were: Mykaela Milonas, Andre and Kevoy Sommerville, Alex, Eric and Tim Simmons, Shaina Martin, Tremaine Days, Jordan Alexander, James SanAngelo, and Andrew and Alex Grullon. In attendance, in addition to Grand Master Cheezic (but not in the picture) were Miss Susan Mathews (2nd Dan), Stephanie Braker (1st Dan), Crystal, Monique, and Laura Bellemare (1st Dans) and John Braker. The grading was held at the end of the Club's summer program.

KARATE KAMP 2007
We beat the rain this year and Karate Kamp turned out to be a great success!! This year's "Catch the Greased Pig" contest had to be cancelled due to lack of a pig. (Reports came in that some Masters captured the pig and brought it down to the adult camp area) Next year, competitors will be required to bring their own pig. There are still several students missing from the Ninja Hunt. Grandmaster Cheezic has sent some of the Federation Masterbelts into the woods to negotiate with the Ninja Leader. We are hoping that our students will be returned before the start of the new school year...keep your fingers crossed. We are also checking the Guiness Book of World Records...we believe that Master Sudol may be close to beating the record for the largest bon fire at a camp ground and/or longest lasting. Some campers stayed up all night waiting for the fire to burn out...its was still burning during lunch on Sunday! For those of you who were wondering what happened to Master Gorksi...He disappeared after teaching his first seminar and then returned with the White Lady at the Bon Fire...he appears to be okay, but we are sending him to the doctor just to make sure. Students are urged to go back to their Dojang and share with their instructors and classmates what they learned during the Karate Seminars. Anyone with pictures of Kamp are asked to send them to Master Melo, he will post them on our website. Karate Kamp Photos will be posted on our Photos Page and be updated regularly as we receive more pics.

Congratulations to:
The 2007 Iron Chef: Matthew Miller!!
The 2007 Team Demo Competition Winner: The Danielson Dojang!!
The 2007 Watermelon Chomp Winners: Jason Corn (Junior Chompers), Cody (Teen & Older Chompers)

A SPECIAL THANK YOU TO THE FOLLOWING: (We couldn't have done it without you)
Head Chef: - Romeo Josef
Kitchen Staff: - Rita Hubbard & her amazing crew
Bon Fire: - Master Mike Sudol - thanks for keeping us warm
Seminar Instructors:
  Master Mark Sawyer
  Master Daryl Laperle
  Master Dave Deguzman
  Master Neil O'Neal
  Master Ken Fish
  Master Adam Gorski
  Master Tony Melo
  Master Doug Wilke
  Master Ken Saucier
  Master Aldwin Lee
  Miss Kristine Reilly

HOLLAND/POLAND 2007


more photos here

HUMAN WEAPON on the History Channel
Series Premeire July 20th @ 10pm
The History Channel will be hosting a Martial Arts series entitled "Human Weapon".
Check out their website for more information History Channel

The Ultimate search of a Human Weapon, Each episode of HUMAN WEAPON charts an expedition through foreign continents, famous cities, exotic villages, back alleys and lush landscapes with hosts Jason Chambers – mixed-martial-artist and professional fighter – and Bill Duff – former professional football player and wrestler, who will learn how each individual location gave birth to its distinct form of combat and will study their form of martial art.

Muay Thai: Ultimate Striking
Karate
Judo: Samurai Legacy
Eskrima Stickfighting
Savate Streetfighting
Pankration: The Original Martial Art
Krav Maga of the Israeli Commandos
Marine Corps Martial Arts
MMA - America's Extreme Fighting
Kung Fu
Sambo: Russia's Extreme Fighting
Bokator: Cambodian Blood Sport
Silat: Martial Art of Malaysia

GRANDMASTER CHEEZIC ON THE COVER OF ACTION MARTIAL ARTS MAGAZINE
Grandmaster Cheezic has been featured on the latest cover of Action Martial Arts Magazine.
Be sure to get your copy today!!!
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VERNON DOJANG GRADUATION 06.27.2007
On Wednesday June 27th, the Vernon Dojang held a Gup Graduation.


COLBROOK DOJANG GRADUATION 06.26.2007
On Tuesday June 26th, the Colebrook Dojang held a Gup Graduation. Instructor 3rd Dan Kim Janak.


LAKEWOOD-TRUMBULL YMCA DOJANG DEMO 06.23.2007
On June 23 the Lakewood Trumbull YMCA karate school performed a demonstration at the Trumbull Day annual fair. 11 practitioners joined Master DeGuzman and Master O'Neil in the performance of open hand forms, weapons forms, breaking and self defense.
Back Row left to right: Master Neal A. O'Neil, Andrew Birarelli, Tim Salerno, Vance Hancock, Nancy Hancock, Will Hancock, Sean Wilson, Matt Miller, Master David Deguzman.
Front Row: Julie Norton, Ryan Norton, John Collins, Adelle Hancock.
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Group Photos:
Kee Cho Hyung Il Boo
Bassai Di
Kyuck Pa

Individual Photos:
Rohai: Tim Salerno
Kong Sang Koon: Andrew Birarelli
Chil Sung Chil Ro: Master O'Neil
Nunchaku 1: John Collins
Nunchaku 2: Matt Miller
Bo: Ryan Norton
Fighting Fans: Julie Norton
3-Section Staff: Master O'Neil
Self Defense: Master O'Neil & Anderw Birarelli

CLINTON DOJANG GRADUATION 06.21.2007
On Thursday June 21st, the Clinton Dojang held a Gup Graduation at their Dragon Star Martial Arts Center. Instructors are Master Sharyn Drapala and Mr. Ken Hartley.


BOYS & GIRLS CLUB OF WATERBURY DINNER 06.20.2007
The Boys & Girls Club of Waterbury hosted their annual awards dinner at the Pontelandolfo Club in Waterbury. Grandmaster Cheezic was the Master of Ceremonies for this event. Two Cheezic Tang Soo Do Students from the Boys & Girls Club of Waterbury Dojang, Mr. Tremaine Days & Miss Shaina Martin, received special awards presented by their instructors, Ms. Rita Hubbard & Mr. Michael Cavallaro. Other Members from the Federation participated in a Karate Demonstration during the awards presentation: From USA Martial Arts - 1st Dan Black Belts Miss Monique Bellemare, Miss Crystal Bellemare, Miss Laura Bellemare; From West Haven - 1st Dan Black Belts Miss Molly Smith, Miss Kristine Reilly, and Master Tony Melo.
Shaina Martin & Tremaine Days receiving their awards:

Female Black Belts Warming Up:
Demonstration:

EAST HARTFORD DOJANG GRADUATION 06.16.2007
On Saturday June 16th, the East Hartford Dojang conducted a Gup Graduation.
Instructor: 3rd Dan Miss Sandy Dube.

BOYS & GIRLS CLUB OF WATERBURY DOJANG GRADUATION 06.11.2007 On Monday June 11th, Grandmaster Cheezic presided over the Anderson Boys & Girls Club Gup Graduation. 1st Dan Black Belts Miss Monique Bellemare, Miss Crystal Bellemare, Miss Laura Bellemare and Miss Stephanie Bracker from Federtion Headquarters where also in attendance to show their support for the school.

Students gradutating: Andre and Kevoy Sommerville, Kyle Reid, Patrick Luker, Jordan Alexander, Evens Marcelin, Gregory Marcelin, Glenda Marcelin, Tremaine Days, Shaina Martin, Janee Johnson, Jordan Parks, Alexander Grullon, Andrew Grullon, and James SanAngelo.

Instructors: 3rd Dan Mr. Michael Cavellaro, 3rd Dan Ms. Rita Hubbard & Assistant Instructor 3rd Dan Miss Jenna Rowland.

CONNECTICUT OPEN (KRANE AAAA) 06.03.2007
Students from the West Haven Dojang competed at the Connecticut Open in Shelton, CT on June 3rd. This tournament was part of the Krane circuit and was rate AAAA. On top came Ryan Balamaci, Apprentice Black Belt age 9 with 1st Place in Sparring and 2nd Place in Forms competition. Kristine Reilly and Molly Smith placed in the top 8 finalists for their weapons forms. Some of the divisions at this tournament had 12-17 competitors. Congratulations to all competitors!!









Pictured: Joshua Amoro, Rachel Petraccionne, Ryan Balamaci, Molly Smith, Kristine Reilly

EXCEL OPEN (IPPONE) 06.02.2007
Students from USA Marital Arts Dojang competed at the Excel Open in Terryville, CT on June 2nd. This tournament was part of the IPPONE circuit. Congratulations to Mr. Leeper, Mr. Bambino and Mr. Russett!!
Anthony Bambino:
1st Weapons
2nd Forms
2nd Sparring

David Leeper:
2nd Weapons
1st Forms

Matthew Russett:
Not pictured
4th weapons
4th forms
5th sparring

BOYS AND GIRLS CLUB AWARDS DINNER - 05.30.2007
The Boys and Girls Clubs of Greater Waterbury held its 26th annual Awards and Scholarship Dinner the Aqua Turf Club in Southington on Tuesday May 30th. From the left are: Grandmaster Robert Cheezic , Boys and Girls Clubs of Greater Waterbury board member; Marilyn McDonald, Lifetime Achievement Award; Bridget Ciarlo, Boys and Girls Clubs of Greater Waterbury board member; Fran Vitarelli and Debbie Vitarelli, Humanitarian Award; Dr. Peter Jacoby, Humanitarian Award; Neil O’Leary, Public Service Award; Armand Mazzetti, Prestigious Alumni Award; Joe McGrath, President of the Board of the Boys and Girls Clubs of Greater Waterbury; and Judge William Sullivan, Humanitarian Award.

3 GENERATIONS OF TANG SOO DO
At the West Haven Dojang, there are Three Generations of Martial Artists training in Tang Soo Do!!

Father:Mr. Antonio Melo
Son:Master Tony Melo
Grandson:Joshua Samaras

7th DAN MASTERS GRADUATION 05.18.2007
On Friday May 18, 2007, History was in the making.
A Cheezic Tang Soo Do Federation First!

Ten of our Master Belts were promoted to 7th Degree Black Belt. These Masters are the very first ever Chil Dans of the Cheezic Tang Soo Do Federation. Congratulations to all of you on this paramounting achievement and Thank you for your dedication to our Federation!!!
Joseph Antonucci 7th Dan # 4
Harry Needham 7th Dan # 12
Roger LaFrance 7th Dan # 45
David Deguzman 7th Dan # 56
Harold Lindo 7th Dan # 77
Fred Klies 7th Dan # 89
Kenneth Fish 7th Dan # 177
William Allard 7th Dan # 188
Kenneth Saucier 7th Dan # 194
Doug Wilke 7th Dan # 256






front row: Master Roger LaFrance, Master Harry Needham, Grandmaster Robert Cheezic, Master Joseph Antonucci, Master David Deguman
second row: Master Fred Klies, Master Ken Fish, Master William Allard, Master Harold Lindo, Master Kenneth Saucier, Master Doug Wilke

CHALLENGED TEAM DEMO AT CT SPECIAL OLYMPICS
Our Cheezic Tang Soo Do Federation Challenged Team will be performing a Karate Demonstration at the Connecticut Special Olympics on Saturday June 9th at Southern Connecticut State University. For more information, contact Grandmaster Cheezic.
BLACK BELT GRADING 05.11.2007
Our Second Black Belt Graduation of 2007 was held on Friday, May 11, 2007. Forty-Four students graduated; Twenty-Seven students were promoted to the rank of Cho Dan, Eleven students were promoted to the rank of E Dan, and Six students were promoted to the rank of Sam Dan. Congratualtions to all the students who Graduated!
The Following Students were promoted to 3rd Dan Black Belt:
  Michael Hyman - Trumbull
  Andrew Birarelli #1258 - Trumbull
  Ian Didow #1295 - Foster, R.I.
  Susan Bouchard #1296 - Foster, R.I.
  Dylan Leeder #1323 - Foster, R.I.
  Michael Tacinelli #1347 - Federation Headquarters

The Following Students were promoted to 2nd Dan Black Belt:
  Zach Olmstead #1249 - Canton
  Stephanie Darden #1377 - SCSU
  Darcy Needham #1379 - Wallingford
  Christian Vasquez #1487 - Wallingford
  Christopher Bailey #1488 - Wallingford
  Tadas Valentukevisious #1540 - Woodbury
  David Alves #1553 - Prospect
  Kristin Veigh #1631 - Foster, R.I.
  Keven Viveros #1632 - Foster, R.I.
  Kristen Leeder #1633 - Foster, R.I.
  Chris Valine - Warren

The Following Students were promoted to 1st Black Belt:
  Willie Maze #1789 - West Haven
  Alec Albright #1790 - West Haven
  Matthew Numa #1791 - West Haven
  Alexander Bacon #1792 - West Haven
  Rigoberto castro #1793 - West Haven
  Antonio Melo #1794 - West Haven
  Walter Smith Jr #1795 - West Haven
  Charlotte Giannotti #1796 - West Haven
  Christopher Przybylowski #1797 - West Haven
  Kathleen LeClerc #1798 - Bethlehem
  Elizabeth Cyr #1799 - Bethlehem
  Kayla Lindaur #1800 - Warren
  Crystal Bellemare #1801 - Naugatuck
  Laura Bellemare #1802 - Naugatuck
  Monique Bellemare #1803 - Naugatuck
  Jacke Lanne #1804 - Naugatuck
  Heather Fenn #1805 - Canton
  Hugo Cruz #1807 - Stratford YMCA
  Deborah Nortno #1808 - Trumbull
  Olivia Plouffe #1809 - Trumbull
  Vance Hancock #1810 - Trumbull
  Nancy Hancock #1811 - Trumbull
  Edward Hancock #1812 - Trumbull
  Vance Hancock #1813 - Trumbull
  Martin McCann #1814 - Trumbull
  Amber Kolb #1815 - Prospect
  Robert Senay #1817 - Danielson

FOSTER, R.I. DOJANG GUP GRADUATION 05.04.2007
The AMAC Foster, R.I. Dojang held a Gup Graduation on 5/4/2007. Instructor: Master Ken Saucier

ORANGE REC DOJANG GUP GRADUATION 05.03.2007
The Orange Rec Dojang held a Gup Graduation on 5/3/2007. Superior Karate Instructors: Master Chris Sansonetti, Nancy Robinson, Jesus Alicea.

IRELAND DOJANG GUP GRADUATION 04.27.2007
The New Ross Dojang in Ireland held a Gup Graduation on April 27, 2007. Master Gorksi travelled to Ireland to preside over the graduation.
Instructor Adam Ponachajba, Master Adam Gorski, Instructor Piotr Mikolajczyk

STRATFORD DOJANG GUP GRADUATION 04.25.2007
The Stratford Dojang held a Gup Graduation on 4/25/2007.
Superior Karate Instructor: Master Chris Sansonetti.
Pictured from left to right: Dana McEachern, Dana Malave, Grandmaster Cheezic, Nancy Robinson, Master Chris Sansonetti, Kyle Mencel, Jesse McEachern, Sean Leitch, Ann Melli, Jesus Alicea and Angela Luciano.

IPPONE PIONEER VALLEY TOURNAMENT 04.21.2007
On April 21, 2007 members from USA Martial Arts competed at the Pioneer Valley Challenge in Northfield, Mass. Anthony Bambino finished 1st in Sparring, 2nd in Weapons, 3rd in Forms, Matthew Russett finished 1st in Sparring and 4th in Weapons, Susan Leeper finished 1st in Sparring, 2nd in Forms, and 2nd in Weapons, Dave Leeper finished 1st in Weapons and 1st in Forms. Great Job Team!! Way to represent the Federation!!

Pictured left to right Anthony Bambino, Matthew Russett, Susan Leeper and Dave Leeper.

Susan Leeper demonstrating her skills with the Bo Staff.

Matt Russet ready to receive his 1st place award in Sparring.

MASTERS GRADUATION 04.20.2007
On April 20th, Grandmaster Cheezic conducted a Master Black Belt Graduation.
The following were promoted:
To 6th Dan
  Master Neal O'Neil 092
  Master Mark Sawyer 206
To 5th Dan
  Master Schuyler Green 245
  Master Michael Sudol 367
  Master Todd Deutsch 484
To 4th Dan
  Master Joseph Barbera 814


MAINE MARTIAL ARTS CHALLENGE 04.14.2007
Four members of USA Martial Arts travelled to Winthrop, Maine and competed successfully in the Maine Martial Arts Challenge. This was an IPPONE and S.M.A.R.T sanctioned tournament.
Results:
Mathew Russet - 2nd Place Weapons; 11-12 y.o. Black Belt
Anthony Bambino - 2nd Place Weapons, 3rd Place Forms, 3rd Place Sparring; Mens Senior Black Belt
Dave Leeper - 1st Place Weapons, Mens Executive Black Belt
Sue Leeper - 1st Place Forms, 1st Place Sparring, 1st Place Weapons; Womens Senior Black Belt
Anthony Bambino, Matt Russett, Sue Leeper, Dave Leeper
Matt Russet competing in Weapons
Anthony Bambino competing in Weapons

ST. LOUIS & PHOENIX DOJANG GRADUATIONS
Federation members attend Graduations in Phoenix, AZ and St. Louis, MI
Grandmaster Cheezic, Master David Molitano, Master Tony Melo and Mrs. Jennifer Melo travelled accross the country to visit our St. Louis & Phoenix Dojangs. The trip was awesome and long over due. Our fellow federation members treated us with the greatest hospitality. It was a pleasure to be in their company. We look forward to visiting St. Louis and Phoenix real soon.

While in St. Louis, Master Cheezic held a Black Belt Graduation:
On Thursday April 17th, Jennifer Lukac #1787 from the St. Louis University Dojang was promoted to 1st Dan Black Belt. Congratulations!!!

A Gup Graduation was also held in St. Louis as well as at the Phoenix Dojang.

Before travelling back home, we made a pit stop to nearby Las Vegas. All of us had a great time and made our donations to the various casinos on the strip. We ate the best food ever. Master Cheezic had such a great time, he is already booking his next trip. Next time you see him, be sure to ask him how his experience was.


ST. LOUIS UNIVERISTY BLACK BELT GRADUATION ST. LOUIS UNIVERSITY GUP GRADUATION
Instructors: Chris Beardsley, Jaime Mize - 04.12.2007 Instructors: Chris Beardsley, Jaime Mize - 04.12.2007
PHOENIX, AZ GUP GRADUATION
Instructors: The MacDonalds - 04.13.2007

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HAMDEN YMCA GUP GRADUATION 04.11.2007
The Hamden YMcA Dojang held a Gup Graduation on April 11, 2007. Instructor Master Adam Gorski.

POLAND TANG SOO DO DOJANG COMPETE IN TOURNAMENT 04.05.2007
Four Polish Tang Soo Do students under the leadership of their instructor Mr. Marcin Kostyra competed in the European tournament in Moldavia on April 5, 2007. They brought back 10 medals (3 Gold, 5 Silver, and 2 Bronze). Congratulations!

WEST HAVEN COMMUNITY HOUSE GUP GRADUATION 04.04.2007
The West Haven Community House Dojang held a Gup Graduation on April 4, 2007. Instructor Master Tony Melo.

OXFORD DOJANG GUP GRADUATIONS FOR MARCH 2007
The Oxford Dojang conducted several gup graduations in late March. Instructor Mrs. Amy Cote.
Family class, Apprentice Black & Red belts 3.28.2007 Kickin Kids 03.28.2007
Little Ninjas 03.16.2007 Little Ninjas 03.16.2007

The Suttles proudly display their trophies from the last Federation Interclub back in March:
Morgan 3 years old, Spencer 4 years old and Jake 6 years old

FEDERATION INTERCLUB TOURNAMENT 03.25.2007
Forms & Breaking: Now this is what its all about...
 

AMERICAN TANG SOO DO ASSOCIATION
34th ANNUAL ALL TANG SOO DO TOURNAMENT - MARCH 16 & 17 2007

Federation Members attended the 34th Annual All Tang Soo Do Tournament hosted by Grandmaster Richard Byrne and Master Penny Mitchell of the American Tang Soo Do Association. We were welcomed with open arms by Tang Soo Do practitioners from around the globe. It was truely an experience that you could not miss. It is not often that you have an opportunity to share, compete and socialize with such a large group in the Tang Soo Do community. The two day traditional Tang Soo Do tournament was nothing other than pure Tang Soo Do Families uniting together in the spirit of what all of us are all about. We look forward to attending the tournament again next year.

Pictured left to Right: Mr. Joey Barbera, Mrs. Jennifer Melo, Mr. Walter Smith, Master David Molitano, Grandmaster Robert Cheezic, Miss Kristine Reilly, Miss Catherine Przybylowski, Master Tony Melo, Miss Molly Smith, Grandmaster Richard Byrne.
TOURNAMENT RESULTS
Master Dave Molitano: 4th Place Sparring
Master Tony Melo: 2nd Place Breaking
Mr. Joey Barbera: 2nd Place Breaking
Mrs. Jennifer Melo: 3rd Place Sparring
Mr. Neil Mascola: 2nd Place Breaking
Miss Kristine Reilly: Grand Champion Forms, Grand Champion Weapons, 1st Place Chilson Forms, 1st Place Traditional Forms, 1st Place Weapons, 3rd Place Breaking, 3rd Place Sparring
Miss Molly Smith: 3rd Place Chilson Forms, 3rd Place Weapons
Mr. Matt Russett: 3rd Place Forms
Miss Catherine Przybylowski: 1st Place Chilson Forms, 1st Place Breaking, 2nd Place Traditional Forms, 2nd Place Sparring
Mr. Walter Smith: 2nd Place Chilson Forms
More Tournament Pictures Here

NEW BRITAIN YWCA GUP GRADUATION 03.13.2007
The New Britain YWCA Dojang held a Gup Graduation on March 13, 2007. Instructor Master Adam Gorski.

2007 AWARDS BANQUET PHOTOS HERE

INTERCOLLEGIATE TOURNAMENT 3.3.2007
The Southern Connecticut State University Dojang sponsored an Intercollegiate Tournament on Saturday March 3, 2007. Master Harold Lindo & Master Todd Deutsch (SCSU Instructors) hosted the event. The tournament was a great success and an event that you could not miss. The most talented Martial Artists from the regions most prestigious Universities participated in a team sparring competition along with an individual forms competition. Morale from all teams was high and the comradery between schools was second to none.

Schools participating in the tournament included:

   Army - West Point Military Academy
   Central CT State University
   Fairfield Universtiy
   Rutgers University
   Southern CT State University
   Western New England College


Many members from the Federation lent their support to the SCSU Dojang for Judging and Score-keeping; Trumbull: Master David Deguzman, Master Neil O'Neil, Mr. Hyman, Mr. Biralleli, Mr. Chris LoBosco, Mr. Jonathan, LoBosco, Mr. Wagner and Mrs. LoBosco, Bridgewater: Mrs. Lorraine Dunn-Laranetto, West Haven: Master Tony Melo, Mrs. Jennifer Melo, Mr. Joey Barbera and Mr. Darryl Santaus, Headquarters: Grandmaster Robert Cheezic, Miss Tiadora Josef and Miss Tara Feher.
More Pictures Here
SCSU Students: CCSU Students:
Raphael Cordwell A Team 1st Place 1st Place Forms Adam Chiara A Team
Corey Bethea A Team 1st Place Reginald Jennings A Team
Chris Lucas A Team 1st Place 3rd Place Forms Andrew Gum A Team
Sam Diaz A Team 2nd Place Brian Caviello A Team
Allison Kelly A Team 2nd Place Troy Arnold B Team
Paul Wagner A Team 2nd Place Josh Beck B Team
Dami Daveis Elrick Wurst B Team
Nick Lardos Raymond Ho B Team 2nd Place Forms
Kristen Bodnar
Kyle Wiley
Dan St. Laurent B Team 2nd Place
Dan Proto B Team 2nd Place
Cynthia Petronio B Team 2nd Place

BLACK BELT GRADING 02.23.2007
Our First Black Belt Graduation of 2007 was held on Friday, February 23, 2007. Twenty-Three students graduated; Eleven students were promoted to the rank of Cho Dan, Nine students were promoted to the rank of E Dan, and three students were promoted to the rank of Sam Dan. Congratualtions to all the students who Graduated!

The Following Students were promoted to 3rd Dan Black Belt:
  Mitchell Fredoura - Cape Code
  Jenna Rowland - Waterbuy Boys Club
  Justin Guglieametti - Woodubury

The Following Students were promoted to 2nd Dan Black Belt:
  Nick Zonerelli - Cape Code
  Joanna Gorski - New Britain YWCA
  Gregg Gaudin - Cape Code
  Brent Thibodeau - Cape Cod
  Katie Link - West Haven
  Chris LoBosco - Lakewood Trumbull
  Colleen Shaughnessy - Cape Code
  Sydney Henck - Woodbrige
  Jonathan LoBosco - Lakewood Trumbull

The Following Students were promoted to 1st Black Belt:
  Christopher Roos - Woodbury
  John Barbaria - Stratford YMCA
  Alyssa Koerber - Woodbury
  Kristina Karabinos - Orange
  Stephany Norlasco - Hamden
  David Karabinos - Orange
  Alexis Moutinho - Prospect
  Javier Norlasco - Hamden
  Thomas Siscignano - Hamden
  David Davidson - Woodbury
  Scott Foley - Stratford YMCA

KRANE KARATE TOURNAMENT AAAAA(PLUS) - CROWN PLAZA HOTEL, WARWICK, R.I. 02.24.2007
Four Cheezic Tang Soo Do Students, Kristine Reilly #1696 (West Haven), Master Tony Melo #741 (West Haven), Catherine Przybylowski (West Haven) and George Ricco IV (Lakewood Trumbull), competed at the International Krane Ratings Season Opener for 2007 on February 24, 2007, held at the Crowne Plaza Hotel in Warwick, R.I. The tournament was rated at AAAAA(Plus), the highest rating possible for the Krane Circuit. Competition at the tournament was fierce!! It is truely amazing to see how the judges are able to give scores to nearly all perfect competitors. Everyone that we watched compete at the tournament were truely awesome. It was quite the experience to compete with such talented Martial Artists. Congratulations to our students, they did an awesome job representing the Cheezic Tang Soo Do Federation!!
Tournament Results:
Miss Kristine Reilly: 2nd Place Weapons, 3rd Place Forms
Master Tony Melo: 4th Place Forms
Miss Catherine Przybylowski: 4th Place Forms
Mr. George Ricco IV: 4th Place Sparring


Our sincere apologizies to Mr. Ricco
for not having a better photo.

BOYS & GIRLS CLUB GRADING 02.19.2007
The Boys & Girls Club Dojang of Waterbury held a Gup Graduation on February 19, 2007. Instructors are 3rd Dan Mr. Michael Cavallaro and 3rd Dan Ms. Rita Hubbard. Assistant Instructors is 2nd Dan Miss Jena Rowland.

FEDERATION INTERCLUB 02.18.2007
Our first tournament of 2007 was a great success. Congratulations to all competitors!!
A special thanks to the following Black Belts for making it all happen.
Master Lynn Landry Tournament Director / Floor Coordinator
Miss Rita Hubbard Tournament Coordinator
Mrs. Patricia Goodridge Tournament Coordinator
Mr. Michael Cavallaro Ring Coordinator / Points Coordinator
Master Janet Grimes Registration / Trophy Coordinator
Katie McClure Trophy Room
Master Roger LaFrance Registration
Miss Tara Feher First Aid
Miss Tia Joseph 50/50 Raffle / Judge
Master Daryl Laperle Referee
Master Harry Needham Referee
Master Ken Saucier Referee
Master Fred Klies Referee
Master Dave DeGuzmann Referee
Master Tony Melo Referee
Master Doug Wilke Referee
Master Ken Fish Referee
Master Shulyer Greene Judge
Master Mike Sudol Judge
Mr. Emil Coviello Judge
Mrs. Nancy Crino Judge
Mrs. Amy Cote Judge
Mrs. Lorraine Dunn-Laranetto Judge
Miss Sandy Dube Judge
Mrs. Sue Leeper Judge
Mrs. Alison Lane Judge
Mrs. Lisa Long Judge
Mr. Darryl Santaus Judge
Mr. Scott Corn Judge
Mr. Rob LiBrandi Judge
Mrs. Nancy Valine Judge
Mr. Steve DeNinno Judge
Mr. Dan Long Judge
Miss Susan Mathews Judge
Mr. Dave Leeper Judge
Mr. Steve Randolph Judge
Master Adam Gorski Judge
Mr. Bob LaBracque Judge
Mrs. Nancy Coutu Judge
Mr. Richard Roncarti Judge
Mr. Joe Barbera Judge
Mr. Tom O'Neil Judge
Mr. Frantz Jacques Judge
Mrs. Heidi Volmer Judge
Mr. David Blain Judge
Mr. Martin McCann Judge
Mrs. Wendy Guglielmetti Judge
Mr. Andrew Birarelli Judge
Mr. Bob DelBuono Judge
Mr. Richard Crino Judge
Mr. Paul Wagner Judge
Mrs. Glennis Orloff Score Coordinator
Mrs. Cathy LoBosco Score Coordinator
Miss Sarah Dean Score Coordinator
Mrs. Jen Melo Score Coordinator
Mr. Scott Norton Score Coordinator
Mrs. Nancy Robinson Score Coordinator
Miss Brittny DeNinno Score Coordinator
Mrs. Krista Leeder Score Coordinator

FEDERATION AWARDS BANQUET 02.11.2007
Our 2007 Federation Best of Our Best Awards Banquet was held on February 11, 2007 at the Aqua Turf Club in Southington, CT. The event was a great success. We were honored to have Grandmaster Richard Byrne and his wife present at the event. Grandmaster Byrne runs the American Tang Soo Do Association, headquarted in Boston, MA. Many thanks to everyone who attended the banquet and a special congratulations to all students who received awards. A special thank you to the awards banquet committee: Master Tony Melo, Mrs. Nancy Robinson, Mr. Michael Cavallero, Mrs. Rita Hubbard, and Mr. Scott Corn.
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All Photos by H. Robert Thiesfield
Grandmaster Richard Byrne, Mrs. Byrne, Grandmaster Robert Cheezic, Mrs. Wilke, Master Doug Wilke. West Haven Dojang: Mr. Scott Corn, Mrs. Jennifer Melo, Master Tony Melo, Mr. John Przybylowski, Mr. Jason Corn (front).
Stratford Dojang: Master Chris Sansonetti, Ms. Kara Murphy, Esq., Mr. Jonathan Robinson, Mrs. Nancy Robinson, Judge Richard Robinson Federation Heaquarters Teenage Black Belts
Ms. Rita Hubbard, Mrs. Jante Grimes, Mrs. Amy Cote, Mrs. Susan Leeper
MORE AWARDS BANQUET PHOTOS HERE

10th YEAR ANNIVERSARY - WOODBURY DOJGANG
USA Martial Arts in Woodbury mark their 10th anniversary with a remodel. In Photo are project leaders Anthony Bambino and Dave Leeper.

WASHINGTON DOJANG GRADING - 2.13.2007
Washington Park & Rec. Karate Instructors Tom & Roberta O'Neil held a grading on February 13, 2007.

BETHLEHAM DOJANG GRADING - 2.12.2007
The Adult & Teen members of the Bethlehem Park & Rec. karate program
held its grading on February 12, 2007.


1st GRADING FOR NEW MILFORD
Instructors Sue and Dave Leeper celebrate New Milford CT's first grading held on January 24, 2007.

IPPONE TOURNAMENT - FITCHBURG, MA 1.20.2007
Federation Members Competed at the I.P.P.O.N.E tournamnet in Fitchburg, Massachutes. Students from the Canton, West Haven and USA Martial Arts Dojangs represented the federation and peformed flawlessy. Grandmaster Cheezic, Master David Molitano, Mr. Joey Barbera, Mrs. Jennifer Melo and Mr. Michael Cavallero were present to show their support for our federation students. Competitors drove up on Friday Night and stayed at the Royal Plaza Hotel & Trade Center where the tournament was being held on Saturday morning. The competitors commented that their stay was very relaxing and that they enjoyed touring the Town of Fitchburg. The local charm was exquisite and the dining experience was out of this world. Congratulations to all of you who competed!! Super, Super Job!!! And a special thank you, for representing the federation so well. Tang Soo!!
Tournament Results: Fighting Forms Weapons Dojang
Master Mark Sawyer2nd PlaceCanton
Daniel Hinman2nd PlaceCanton
Kristine Reilly1st Place3rd PlaceWest Haven
Molly Smith3rd Place5th PlaceWest Haven
Susan Leeper1st Place3rd PlaceUSA Martial Arts
David Leeper3rd Place2nd PlaceUSA Martial Arts
Anthony Bambino3rd Place4th PlaceUSA Martial Arts
Matt Russett3rd Place4th PlaceUSA Martial Arts

BO SEMINAR 1.17.2007
On January 17, 2007, Miss Kristine Reilly from the West Haven Dojang conducted a Bo Seminar at Federation Headquarters. Approximately 20 Black Belts from the U.S.A. Martial Arts Dojangs attended the seminar. The focus on the seminar was on Open Bo Form Competition. Miss Reilly first demonstrated some advanced bo techniques, including spins and releases. Then she explained how to add open bo form techniques to our traditional Tang So Do Bo Forms. For more seminar pictures click here.

VISIT TO POLISH EMBASSY 01.07.2007
This year the Cheezic Tang Soo Do Federation members are planning a trip to Poland in July. Grandmaster Cheezic and Master Adam Gorski recently visited the Polish Consulate General in New York to make sure everything progresses according to the plan – and it does. 1st Degree Black Belt Joanna Gorski gave a speech to hundreds of dignitaries during their visit.
Grandmaster Cheezic and Master Adam Gorski outside the Polish Embassy in NYC.
While inside the Consulate, Master Gorski took a picture of Grandmaster Cheezic next to the one of the greatest Polish composers, Ignacy Paderewski.

ACTION MARTIAL ARTS MAGAZINE HALL OF FAME
On January 6th, 2007, Three members of the Cheezic Tang Soo Do Federation were inducted into the Action Martial Arts Magazine Hall of Fame. The Action Martial Arts Magazine Hall of Fame hosts the world’s largest gathering of Martial Arts Superstars, Film & Combat Celebrities, and Renowned Masters from around the world. The event was held at the Tropicana Resort & Casino in Atlantic City, New Jersey. Federation Members who attended the event were Grandmaster Cheezic, Master Fred Klies, Master Lyne Landry, Master Daryl Laperle, Master Adam Gorski, Master Tony Melo, Mr. Daniel Grimes, Mr. Joey Barbera, Mrs. Jennifer Melo, Ms. Rita Hubbard, Mr. Ian Lane, Ms. Tara Feher, Mrs. Margaret Gorski, Miss Jaime Tenbrink, and Mrs. Sheryl Feducia. All of us had a magnificent time at the banquet and we were honored to be part of such a prestigious event. During our stay in Atlantic City, we were entertained by a Martial Arts Expo at the hotel. We ate lunches at world renowned restaurants (such as Carmines), we were entertained by casino slot machines & Black Jack Tables and we took leisurely strolls on the boardwalk. We look forward to attending the Banquet next year!
    Hall of Fame Inductee Grandmaster Cheezic, Chancellor to the Martial Arts
    Hall of Fame Inductee Master Lyne Landry, Outstanding Dedication in the Martial Arts
    Hall of Fame Inductee Master Janet Grimes, Outstanding Contributions in the Martial Arts
Picture Left to Right: Grandmaster Cheezic, Master Lyne Landery, Mr. Danny Grimes (accepting the award for his Mother, Master Janet Grimes). Pictured Left to Right: Master Adam Gorski, Mrs. Margaret Gorski, Mr. Joseph Barbera, Mrs. Jennifer Melo, Master Tony Melo, Miss Tara Feher, Mr. Ian Lane, Mr. Danny Grimes, Master Lyne Landry, Master Daryl Laperle, Ms. Rita Hubbard, Master Fred Klies, Grandmaster Cheezic.

FEDERATION STUDENT OF THE YEAR 2006 NOMINEES
Congratulations and Good Luck to all!!
Instructors: to post your nominees on the web, send them to Master Melo
BETHLEHEM
Youth Gabriel Menneson
Adult Robert Brown
BRIDGEWATER
Youth Nick Yedowitz
Adult Brittany Ronan
CANTON
Youth Victoria Howland
Adult Dan Hinman
COLEBROOK
Little Ninja Alyssa Hotchkiss
Youth Meagan Pulica
Adult Dwight Pulica
CORNWALL
Youth Savannah Martin
Adult Ted Larson
DANIELSON
Youth Senad Otajagic
Adult Shirley Laporte
EAST HARTFORD
Youth Tracy Hathaway
Adult Lori Daymond
HAMDEN
Youth Natalie Asarsisi
MIDDLEBURY
Youth Adam von Kannewurf
Adult Lisa Conroy
NAUGATUCK
Youth Jessica O'Connor
Adult Robert Labracque
NEW BRITAIN
CCSU Adult Reginald Jennings
NEW BRITAIN
YWCA Youth Adrian Kopec
NEW HAVEN
SCSU Adult Kyle Wiley
NEW MILFORD
Youth Ana Vargas
Adult Keith Krepil
ORANGE
Youth David Karabinos
OXFORD
Kickin' Kids Connor McDonnell
Youth Hannah McDonnell
Adult Jackie McDonnell
ROXBURY
Youth Cristobal Aquirre
Noelia Aquirre
Adult Lorraine Dunn-Laranetto
STRATFORD
Park & Rec Youth Sarah Oconnell
Adult Michele Bauer
STRATFORD
YMCA Adult George Ricco
TRUMBULL
Adult Ryan Norton
UCONN
Adult Terence DeToy
VALLEY YMCA
Youth Bridget Wilkinson
WALLINGFORD
Adult John Burnick
WARREN
Youth Andrea Wright
Adult Eli Cohen-Lawlor
WASHINGTON
Youth Noah Grunberg
Adult Alan Grunberg
WATERBURY
Boys Club Youth Mykaela Milonas
Adult Jena Rowland
WATERBURY
Girls Inc Youth Alani Arias
WEST HAVEN
Youth Matthew Numa
Adult John Przbylowski
WOODBURY
Youth Alyssa Koerber
Adult Anthony Bambino


2006 NEWSLETTER ARCHIVE
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