The Family Benedict
Photo of the Week – 30 November 2009
Celebrating the KIA’s 30th Anniversary is the Benedict Family, Kiado-Ryu faithfuls for nearly 20 years. On the far left is Greg, aka “Earthquake,” the 59th Black Belt of the Karate Institute of America. His father, Mike, aka “Shooter,” is the KIA’s 62nd Black Belt and holds a 2nd Dan rating. Nancy, the mom, is in the red visor. Oldest son, Jeff, is centered in the back row. His girlfriend, Rhea, is in the yellow top.