The Kumite Classic welcomes the “Steelwheelers” rugby team.  Visit their Steel Wheel Demo and Challenge at the expo Friday May 25th at 7 pm.  The Pittsburgh Steelwheelers was established in 1992.  The coed team has a roster of 15 athletes that range from 19 to 65 years of age.  The team travels to tournaments across the United States competing in the only full contact wheelchair sport.  All players have a form of quadriplegia (meaning some impairment in all 4 limbs).  The team members hail from Erie, Maryland, and Pittsburgh area.  Kumite Classic thanks Rick Fox for his dedication to set up the demo.

Kumite Classic is proud to support the Hines Ward Positive Athlete program Pittsburgh, PA.

What is Positive Athlete?

Positive Athlete is a group of high-character professional athletes teamed up to promote the benefits of “positivity” to young athletes around the world. These athletes believe it is crucial to begin shaping the futures of young athletes for life skills beyond athletic competition. www.positiveathlete.org and our Facebook page are designed to tell positive stories about the kind of role models our young athletes should aspire to be.

PITTSBURGH (KDKA) – Hines Ward has played 14 years in the NFL, won 2 Super Bowls and has been named a Super Bowl MVP

He has plenty of reasons to smile and that is what makes Ward a perfect choice for an organization called Positive Athlete.

“My nickname growing up was Mickey Mouse because I loved playing football and I’m always happy all the time,” Ward said.

For Ward, a positive attitude is as natural as eating, sleeping and breathing.

“It symbolizes something. To the guys who tackle me, I think it’s more demoralizing for them, seeing they put a crushing hit on me and I get up smiling. Then, at the same time, for the people watching me, they are like ‘Man, that guy really enjoys playing football,’” Ward said.

“Made me sit in front of the class, she pulled my pants up every time I walked into the classroom, pulled up my shirt and tucked my shirt in. She was like, ‘You know what? You are a leader here – regardless of – you may not want to be, but you are and I want other people – I want you to send a positive message to your peers,’” Ward said.

Positive Athlete is not just a football thing and it is not just for boys. The athletes believe it is crucial to shape life skills of young athletes.

“I wasn’t even the most talented guy on my football team. There were a lot of guys who had more talent. I just think their negative attitude and the ways they blamed everybody for their mistakes, I think is what separated us,” Ward said.

SEVEN DEFINITIONS OF A POSITIVE ATHLETE:

1. Optimistic Attitude – Most coaches will tell you that an athlete who believes positive things will happen has a greater chance for success.
2. Encouraging Teammate – In every sport, teammates are going to experience some kind of failure. Positive Athletes are the first ones to encourage them.
3. Servant Leader – Positive Athletes do not think about being the “stars of the team.” They lead through serving others first and by setting an example.
4. Heart for Others – Many athletes are blessed with gifts that many others are not. The Positive Athlete seeks to help the less gifted or fortunate.
5. Admits Imperfections – This is Positive Athlete…not Perfect Athlete. Athletes willing to admit they make mistakes gain the respect of teammates and fans.
6. Always Gives 100% – Not every athletic competition goes as planned, but a Positive Athlete always gives 100% no matter what the scoreboard says.
7. Puts Team First – There are times when personal achievement may hurt the team’s goal. Positive Athletes choose their team.

Kumite Classic is proud to support Agelesstimeless.com  a site dedicated to those fifty years young and beyond who have continued to improve physically. You have defied society’s conventions and expectations as you have aged. You have continued to challenge yourself to do better. You never look back with envy. Instead you look forward to aging and the improvement that you will foster. You may be a weightlifter, swimmer, runner, martial artist, tri-athlete, bicyclist or yoga enthusiast. Whatever the chosen challenge, you have never stopped competing with yourself. You are an Ageless Timeless warrior and deserve to be honored. You share my mantra. When asked, “What do you expect for someone my age?”  You respond, “Excellence ! -George Thomas Kattouf

Ageless Timeless

REGISTER AND SIGN UP

We are proud to announce open registration for the 2013 Ultimate Teen Challenge, presented by GNC & MHP.  This year’s event will be held on Saturday May 25th at the Kumite Classic at the Monroeville Convention Center (Pittsburgh, PA)

This is a Fun, Exciting and Educational Day of Fitness.  Teens (male and female) can compete in our Individual Strength, Agility and Speed Competitions to WIN achievement awards and possible Scholarships helping to support their future educations and endeavors.*

Get worldwide recognition! The 2013 Ultimate Teen Challenge will also be featured in the country’s largest Sports and Fitness publication MUSCLE & BODY Magazine.

The Ultimate Teen Challenge will be an incredible atmosphere, elevating the awareness of fitness and athletic skills while challenging Teen men and women nationwide to compete for Awards!  The event will also have special guest appearances by Celebrity and Pro Athletes.

Coaches, family and friends are also encouraged to come out and cheer on their favorite teens!

The 2013 Ultimate Teen Challenge will Consist of Various Events listed below.  Details of events below can be found online at www.hawksteenchallenge.com

•             The GNC RAW – Powertech Bench Press    

•             SHUTTLE RUN

•             Pull-Up                                                                      

•             TIRE STACK RELAY

•             Tire Flip Relay Competition                                 

•             Cross-Training Circuit                           

•             The Tire Flip

(**events are subject to change to similar event or activity)

ELIGIBILITY:  Any teen male or female between the ages of 13 and 19 can enter. The event will feature a Men’s and Women’s division with Awards. All participants must have proof of age with a birth certificate, drivers license/permit, or photo ID the day of the event, no exception.

To ENTER, all teens must fill out an Entry & Waiver form signed by a Parent or Guardian.

Entry fee: $20.00 Per Teen

Mail Check or Money order with each teens complete entry form to:

Payable to:  Dave Hawk, LLC

P.O. Box 97007

Pittsburgh, PA 15229

-2011 Winner Demetrious Cox from Jeannette with Franco Harris

This is a Fun, Exciting and Educational Day of Fitness.  Teens (male and female) can compete in Strength, Agility, Endurance and Football Skills Events to WIN achievement awards and possible Scholarships helping to support their future educations and endeavors.*

Get worldwide recognition! The 2012 Ultimate Teen Challenge will also be featured in the country’s largest Sports and Fitness publication MUSCLE & BODY Magazine.

The Ultimate Teen Challenge will be an incredible atmosphere, elevating the awareness of fitness and athletic skills while challenging Teen men and women nationwide to compete for Awards!  The event will also have special guest appearances by Celebrity and Pro Athletes.