The Tigar's Roar 2008

Zachary's ATA studio finally got a chance to host their own tournament this past weekend and it was out at the Primm Valley Resort Convention Center. The school owners Mr. Martin and his sister Mrs. Martin, with the help of their mom and lots and lots of other people threw a very exciting and fun tournament! For us it was an excuse to get a sitter, my mom of course to watch the kids overnight so we could be able to help out during the tournament! Friday and Saturday were very busy, friday we had to help set up and Zachary had his demo practice and a weapons class. After everyone was done we got a chance to hit up the Desparado roller coaster. Zachary and I got to ride and it was a blast! I was however a bit scared since my lap bar was way too loose! If I wanted to, which I didn't I could have stood up mid ride. After haning out for a bit it was time for bed! Saturday was the big day. Zach and I had assignments to help out, me doing registration and Zach standing post at the door. We were done with our assignments in enough time to watch the demo that Zachary was in. He actually got to star in the video that went along with the theme of the demo. I was having a super proud moment seeing him not only on the screen but also watching him in the demo, he has really gotten so good and focused on taekwandoe, not to mention he has grown up way too fast!! After the demo Zachary got to compete in Forms, Sparring and Weapons. He did awesome! He was in the ring with two of his buddies from his school and all three were such great competitors. They pretty much dominatied the whole ring. Zachary placed 1st in sparring, which was the most awesome match he has had to date. He placed 2nd in forms and 2nd in weapons. It was really exciting to see all three boys do so good at this tournament, they have struggled just a bit recently since they are all new black belts. After Zachary was done competing we helped out more and then it was time to clean up. It really was a great day and a half. Zachary did great and Zach and I got to spend some time with adults without having to worry about the girls because we knew they were home safe with Grandma! We are really looking forward to next years tournament!