First martial arts instruction 1974.
Began training in Wado Ryu karate under Sensei Dale, 1996.
Awarded Black Belt (1st Dan), 1999.
Awarded Second Degree (2nd Dan), 2003.
Gold Medalist, 1999 AAU Regional Championships (kumite).
Gold Medalist, 1999 AAU National Championships (kata).
Gold Medalist, 2000 AAU South Carolina State Championships (kumite).
