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Two members of Norman Yonkers’ Karate Connection MMA and Team Hayastan competed on Oct. 12th at the Buffalo Industries Grappling Tournament. Rick Spoon took first place in both Gi and No-Gi and third in the Absolute Division. Steven Nolasco took third place in No-Gi. “We are so proud of them for their wins and for how they represented us in sportsmanship at the event,” said Norman Yonkers.

Pictured from left is Steven Nolasco, Norman Yonkers and Rick Spoon.

Grappling is one of the areas that is taught within the curriculum at the school. Traditional Karate, Tai Chi, MMA, Self-Defense, Judo, and much more is offered to adults and children. For more information, call 679-7685 or visit online at www.karatecon.com.