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So how did they cetebrate their induction? Well, by competing again of course as Lorenza brought home three more: gold medals, while Julian brought home two golds from a World Karate Championship being held at the same time near Disney World. "Slowly, slowly," said Tom, of the hundreds of awards they‘ve earned. "You someâ€" times wonder if they should stop competing, but how else are they going to learn?" "Every time you get a new honour you meet so many people." she said. "It keeps you going. and gives you something to lJook forward to. Lorenza has taken to inspiring the next generation of athicte herself by donatâ€" ing some of her trophies to 13, following in the family wadition. "I‘ve learned a tor, especially from the people who are training me rlom and Lorenzat." So how do they hope to top that next year? Well younger daughter Silvana has her first black stripe on the way to her black belt, and won three gold medals at a competition being held in London. Ont., at the same time the older Shamuons were receiving their honâ€" Ours. "The Hall of Fame is lookâ€" ing at what you are adding to the martial arts," said Tom. "And we‘re always set to go and willing to help." So is it time to put an addition on their Waterloo home to make room for some more of their hardâ€" ware? "It keeps you wanting to train and work harder." Continued from page 19 And it never gets old, said Lorenza. Karate family adds to trophy case ‘Looking for convenience and personal service? 07 1 A POLLO Wheregan you find convenience and Nl%ou fnd answers to your q can you find 2 Ioc@iiyâ€""ow And with all the gold medals and other baubles they‘ve collected over the years, does Tom ever worry about the safety and security of their karate collection? Not when you have three black belts in the family, and a fourth on the way. "We might have the safest house in Waterloo, if not the safest street," laughed Tom. "You have to give them that pat on the back to say keep it up." â€" "These kids put almost the same effort into competâ€" ing as she does," said Tom about his daughter‘s selfless act. "We been recognized and we think that the younger athletes should be recognized too. winners of club competiâ€" tions at Ron Day‘s Kitchener Kicks karate academy in Kitchener. Tom Shamuon gives instruction to his son Julian as his daughter Lorenza practises her kicks ie( Nt PBitizs® Next Issue for Fall Activities Augyst 18th Waterloo Minor Girls Softball is looking for rep coaches for the 2005 season. WMGSA has rep teams at the Mite, Squirt, Novice, Bantam and Midget levels. If you are interested, please contact the office as soon as possible for more information and/or on application. The deadline for rep coaches‘ applications is August 13 and the selection process will begin immediately following this date Compliete Collision and Refinishing Service \ 430 Albert Street, Waterlao 88 ’Nonthdal Auto Bodv<s%Â¥s5 REP COACHES FOR 2005 500 Parkside Drive, Waterloo 747â€"0430 wmgsa@sympatico.ca