Lesson from Nikkei Games

I played against Ryan H., and I lost in the first round.

But, I felt good because I got the first Kote point and that Ryan was a good opponent.

(His technique and Kendo was admirable)

Lesson I learned is that I should work on my stamina because, by the middle of the 3 minute session, I lost focus and I lost right at that moment.

(I got the first Kote point, then he got my Kote point.  We both were so tired...then I thought, 'shoot....we're gonna go into extension'...  right then, he came in with Seme then got my Do when I  raised my hands to block it)