"I" ' The Herald and The I-antem

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Wednesday. November 12,1980

Commitment to Youth Through the Martial Arts

COURT HOUSE - What t been described as one of the most vital small martial arts centers on the East Coast is the Hamer School of Karate, is consisting of three class sites here, in Wildwood, and Pittsburgh The Court House school, largest of the three

divisions, was founded by Sensei Burgess ' Butch" Hamer in 1976 With some 30 students in Court House. 2nd 20 in Wildwood, and 20 students studying under Sensei James Hudson in Pittsburgh. Hamer has made a committment to youth by teaching self-discipline and

l SIN<> TtlF.IR FEET to a definite advantage are Chad Heady of Rio tirande and Joey Antonirwkz of Wildwood.

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respect through the medium of martial arts. A THIRD DEGREE black belt, Hamer studitd under Sung Woo J. Downing, who now teaches in san Bemadino. Calif. The Korean-American stule karage advaocated by Sensei Hamer is different becuasc it places emphasis on unarmed combat, fitness, techniques, and meditation. The male and female students at the Hamer School of Karate, range from 5 to 35 and invlude several races and creeds. Hamer, an American Black who studied with Korean master. Sung Woo. is especially committed to minority youth and this committment is reflected in the modest fees charged. IN SPITE OF drawing from a relatively sparsely populated area. Hamer’s Court House and Wildwood Schools have fared extremely well in state and regional competitions At one competition last summer in Tumersville. for example, Hamer’s students brought back 12 trophiea, winning awards in every division, from I mini-peewee to men’s. The students address Hamer as Sensei. Although this term Is often translated as "teacher,” sensei means “one who has gone before." It implies respect and trust. A special title which Hamer cherishes is

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■BUTCH’ HAMER, right, and some of his students practice the basic stance daring an exercise at the Cape May Coart House Rec Center.

must Hamer feels that there are sound physical and mental reasons for the efficiency of karate and a dedicated student has no trouble understanding the

methods and techniques. Underst:* .'ding.

Sung Seing Nletn. Very few chief instructors can hold a

title of this type.

From the charged silence of the opening stretches, through the exercises, techniques, running, sparring . and closing formalities • a sense of dedication by the students to their art per-

vades!

Theoretically, a student can succeed without ever having touched an opponent. except to block an intended blow. Practically speaking, physical and mental toughness are a

Patience,

and

couragement are the key words of Hamer's teaching philosophy. While the belt he wears may indicate his stature as a performer, it’s the loyalty and attitude of his students which mark the success of the Hamer

School of Karate.

Games Close In Volleyball

CAPE MAY - Library III of Ocean City held off the determined Avengers of John Wilsey with their power game in men’s volleyball competition sponsored by the city’s recreation department. Mike Gastello and Chuck Curtiss were the catalysts for the winners with their serving and spiking. Sports N Stuff, using tight defense and flawless serving, shut out Dekelco

1&-3,15-12,15-13. RILL GARRISON. Scott Mericle and Herb Hudson provided all-around balance for Sports N Stuff. MVP - Riffraff survived a stern test from Kramer Beverage by narrowly winning 15-12, 16-14, 15-9. The offense-minded Riffraff stalwarts of Brendan Rosenberg, Bob Jackson and Bud Bowman put their front-line act all together following a sluggish start

Needlers Squad Still Unbeaten

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CAPE MAY - Needlers II squeaked by Kona Sports 15-13, 3-15, 15-10 to remain undefeated in women's volleyball. Skip Axelsson was the sharpest perfttrmer for the Needlers in

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Horse Show November 15 S. COLD SPRING - The Second English Fall Series ECSJ-member show will begin at 8 a.m. Saturday at Hidden Valley Ranch. Bayshore Rd. here. For the benefit of South Jersey Christian Academy, the show is the midpoint bn the English Fall Series concluding Dec. 6. A Western Fall serie is scheduled for Nov. 29. Dec. l3andJan.3. Registration starts at 7 a.m. There will be 40 events, and numerous awards.

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