by tfurman | Jul 29, 2013 | Blog
[This is pieced together from various internet sources including my old blog. Enjoy this bio and learn from Sensei Roger’s wisdom.] 1973-FIGHT TURNS INTO A SLAUGHTER In Wichita Kansas in 1973 Roger Carpenter battled John Bal’ee. This bout started off under the...
by tfurman | Jul 10, 2013 | Articles, Blog
Many reading this will be too young to remember Mike Stone. He was one of the original karate champions, back in 64 and 65. He was born in Hawaii and was a gifted, natural, athlete. He competed in all sports and decided to enter the Army at an early age. He learned...