The execution of the kata is scored based on speed, rhythm, balance and other factors. Kiyuna said he hoped his win at the Olympics - where karate may not reappear would help spread the martial ...

Karate's debut as an Olympic sport brought some terrific athleticism, solid contact, and -- yes -- a whole lot of yelling to our screens and the Nippon Budokan. There was the kata, which did not ...

The full schedule for streaming coverage of Olympic karate can be found here. Date Events How to Stream 8/4, 9 p.m. ET Women's Kata & Men's 67kg Kumite: Elimination Round NBCOlympics.com 8/5, 4 a.m.

6 achievement in karate’s “kata” event in Tokyo also had special ... Karate is debuting as an Olympic sport in Tokyo. From its roots in Okinawa when it was still known as the Ryukyu Kingdom ...

Karate, debuting in its country of origin, will reportedly feature two categories. From SI: "The Olympic competition will feature 60 athletes in six kumite and two kata demonstration categories.

Scott was joined at the Tokyo Olympics by fellow Team USA karate athletes Ariel Torres ... Eagan who has coached several world medalist in Kata (forms). Allegheny County Executive Rich Fitzgerald ...

Onaga taught the group kata, or forms of movements ... As the Tokyo 2020 Olympics approaches, there's no question that an increasing number of karate enthusiasts will continue to head to Okinawa.

Friday night proved to be a busy night for Cuban striker Robelis Despaigne, as the former UFC heavyweight and Olympic taekwondo medalist showcased his striking power once again in the Karate ...