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USA Olympic Alternative Spot Opening – (57KG)
March 1, 2021 (Colorado Springs)–USA Taekwondo announced the opening of an alternate spot on the USA Taekwondo Olympic team for the Tokyo Games. The spot is in the Female 57 KG Category. A spot has been announced for the USA Taekwondo team for the, now … Continue reading USA Olympic Alternative Spot Opening – (57KG)
The World’s 17 Deadliest Martial Arts
Some martial arts were designed to kill. No rules. No mercy. Lethal intent. But which martial art is the deadliest? Considering that we’re talking about deadly force it’s a question that can be, well… difficult to test. This article takes a close look at the world’s most lethal … Continue reading The World’s 17 Deadliest Martial Arts
Big News from Bellator MMA and PFLMMA
February 22, 2021 (NYC)- Marc Zirogiannis, Taekwondo Life’s Editor-in-Chief, brings some big news in the world of Mixed Martial Arts with an an announcement from Bellator MMA, the latest from the world of the Professional Fighters’ League (PFLMMA), and an update on the Floyd Mayweather-Logan … Continue reading Big News from Bellator MMA and PFLMMA
Korean Falcon Soars into PFL’s 2021 Season
February 17, 2021 (Seoul Korea)- Korean Falcon Soars into PFL’s 2021 Season. On February 3, 2021 the Professional Fighter’s League (PFLMMA) announced its 2021 return to fighting after cancelling its 2020 season due to the Global Pandemic. As part of its expanded card of exciting … Continue reading Korean Falcon Soars into PFL’s 2021 Season
Grandmaster Robert “Sugar” Crosson Interview
February 15, 2021 (Tampa, Fl)- Grandmaster Robert “Sugar” Crosson is a legendary martial artist, author, teacher, uniform designer, and weapons creator. Marc Zirogiannis, Editor-in-Chief of Taekwondo Life Magazine, spoke with Grandmaster Crosson from his personal trophy room in Tampa, Florida. Grandmaster Crosson, a student of … Continue reading Grandmaster Robert “Sugar” Crosson Interview
Korean Falcon Joins PFLMMA for 2021
February 3, 2021 (NYC)– The PFLMMA has rolled out its 2021 line up with some exciting additions to its stable of fighters. Among the notable additions to the list of talented fighters is the signing of Jo Sungbin, “The Korean Falcon“. This marks … Continue reading Korean Falcon Joins PFLMMA for 2021
Will “Warrior” Be Saved?
February 2, 2020 (NYC)-“Warrior” is the Bruce Lee inspired, Shannon Lee produced martial arts action series, which premiered on Cinemax in 2019. The show was met with critical success and admiration from the martial arts community. Despite consistent discussion of low viewership, the show … Continue reading Will “Warrior” Be Saved?
Kukkiwon Elects New President
January 21, 2021 (Seoul, Korea)–At yesterday’s Kukkiwon election Grandmaster, Dong Sup Lee, was named the newest Kukkiwon President. Grandmaster Lee is 64 years old. He was a member of the 20th National Assembly of the Republic of Korea. Additionally, he is a 9th Dan, … Continue reading Kukkiwon Elects New President
The Angel Matos Olympic Ban
January 25, 2021 (Cuba)-On this week’s episode Taekwondo Life Magazine revisits the 2008 Summer Olympic incident, which resulted in the ban of Cuban Taekwondo athlete, Angel Matos, for life. This episode uses a recent Texas high school incident as the launching point to discuss a … Continue reading The Angel Matos Olympic Ban
Above and Beyond with Ronnie Malina
Listening to the Masters with Ronnie Malina @RonnieMalina