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Post by maico18z on Mar 16, 2013 16:19:26 GMT
I have a question or two for those of you who are familiar with Frank Brennan. We have a small discussion group and we're discussing a few of the most successful fighters. Frank is one of those and I've found some info here and a few youtube videos but I know some of you have trained with Frank and have some first hand knowledge so was wondering if I could get some insight from those of you who have.
Why was Frank successful against Japanese competitors? How did he win (or what were his main techniques that he used) in the tournaments?
Thanks
Guy Coulston
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Post by Rob S on Mar 16, 2013 23:30:35 GMT
Look up the fight against Mori. Maybe the one that made his name cemented in history! Ura Mawashi geri.
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Post by garage on Mar 17, 2013 18:54:00 GMT
I watched him on a number of occasions in competitions. There was no particular technique as he did them all.
I always wanted to see some kicks but he didn't need to so you saw measured punches. He had an excellent attitude I never saw him question the referees ever.
He was always respectful as he went through the early rounds never mocking his opponents when others did.
When he taught a kata he knew them throughly, as was clear form when ever he performed one.
There must have been plenty of practical input from people that worked the doors.
He seemed to be more prepared to come off the centre line more than the traditional appoach.
He did it all but clearly he did it better. This of course is my opinion from my observations.
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Post by Paul Bedard on Mar 22, 2013 4:59:49 GMT
Have to agree with Garage on this one. Have never had the opportunity to meet Mr Brennan, however a couple of my fellow karateka here have trained with him & have nothing but respect for him. He not only beat the Japanese at their own game as a competitor, but he also has shown that he also has the ability to be a quality instructor. A true champion & martial artist.
Osu
Paul B
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