One of the shirts went to Justas Jodele, for his big improvements and dedication to practice in Kendo, and for maintaining a high grade point average at school. In Kendo, this past November Justas placed 3rd in both individual (14 to 16 yr olds) and team competition at the Kendo Youth Tournament in Lexington Ky. He worked hard after that, improved, and last month in April he won an individual first place at the youth tournament held at Michigan State University in the under 16 year old and younger division.
The second "Gold Shirt" was awarded to Gerald Meade for his work for the Club as "the invisible man". Gerald does many things to help maintain and grow our Club. He provides support in such a way as to not call attention to himself. His work is greatly appreciated. Congratulations to both Gerald and Justas!
The 2010 National Iaido Camp is June 10 through 13 in San Antonio. The National Kendo Summer Camp is July 2 through 4. If you need information about either event, please contact me.
Jim
