Perry Taekwondo Tournament

I competed in my first ATA Taekwondo tournament this weekend. Watching the various competitors throughout the day, left me with a serious case of nerves. But then Samantha and Nicholas, 2 of the young students from my school, saw me prior to my turn and gave me HUGE 'good luck hugs'. Their support, plus that of my parents and Jess, relaxed me. I took the floor and performed to the best of abilities. That translated into a 2nd place finish in Forms, and a 3rd place in Sparring. Not too bad for my first time out of the gate. :-)