FREE! SEPTEMBER 2021 Vol. 18 Issue 4
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South Hills Communities to Observe 20 year Anniversary of 9/11 Page 15
Local Martial Arts Academy Wins at World Championship Competition Very few can say they have been ranked world-wide in any sport. But right here in McMurray, PA there are three individuals that competed and won at this year’s ATA Martial Arts World Championships held in Phoenix, Arizona. Ten-year-old Gianna Combs won the bronze medal for Combat Weapons. She is ranked third in the Three local individuals took home medals at the ATA Taekwondo World Championships world. Gabriel Yost, age 15, won World Champion in the Traditional Weapons category, and Cameron Stadtfeld, age 31, won World Champion in XMA Forms. These 3 champions competed against competitors locally, regionally, district-wide, nationally, and from around the globe. Each of these individuals has their own amazing journey to where they are now. Gianna Combs started at 5 years old and immediately realized Gianna Combs (at left) won the bronze medal for Combat Weapons. She is that she loved Taekwondo. Even at ranked third in the world. Gabriel Yost such a young age, she works out and (at right) won World Champion in the trains multiple times a day on her Cameron Stadtfeld, age 31, won World Traditional Weapons category. Champion in XMA Forms own, travels the globe for competitions and family vacations, and still manages to make time for friends and Instructor, School Owner, and World Champion. I think fun. Fun fact – her weapon of choice is the Korean Gum it is safe to say that his aspirations have grown over the Do sword. Gabriel Yost is not your average teenager. years and that he has surpassed his original dream. From being born in a foreign country and being adopted Each of these individuals embody the fact that if you put at a young age, to being a 2nd Degree Black Belt your mind to it, you can accomplish anything – like Instructor and World Champion. He exemplifies that you becoming a World Champion! can do anything regardless of how old you are. ATA McMurray Martial Arts Academy is located at 1007 Cameron Stadtfeld started martial arts as a 6 year old Waterdam Plaza, McMurray, PA 15317. Academy. To dreaming of becoming the blue Power Ranger. Fast for- learn more, call 724-942-9522. You may also visit their ward to today, he is now a 6th Degree Black Belt, Master website at www.ATAMcMurray.com
South Park Women’s Club Plans 27th Annual Craft Show The South Park Women’s Club (SPWC) will hold their annual Craft Show, on Saturday, October 9 from 10:00AM – 3:00PM at the Broughton Fire Hall, in South Park township. The club moved their venue from South Park County Park, to the firehall 2 years ago. Unfortunately, last years’ show had to be cancelled at the firehall due to Covid. Over 50+ crafters (no vendors) will be on hand to display their wares and goods. There are a few spaces left for a crafter. If interested, call Kathy at 412-833-1266 or n email with a photo of your craft(s) to SPWC.craftshow@gmail.com. In addition to all the crafters, the SPWC sponsor a raffle, Chinese Auction, lunch, refreshments and bake goods to enjoy while at the show or to take home. Need a gift for someone? It’s not too early to think “Christmas” either. Come to Broughton Fire Hall and start your shopping early. All proceeds benefit South Park Women’s Club ongoing community activities and three scholarship funds.
