IKTHOF Inductees 2010

2010's 3 time German Knife Throwing Champion Peter Kramer- An all around renaissance man Peter Kramer's talents include art, diving, being a black belt in karate, and knife throwing. Before throwing in 2010's IKTHOF's World Championships Peter was 5 time winner in major European knife throwing contest and also a three time German Knife Throwing Champion. With such a great resume and accomplishing so much the IKTHOF is proud to recognize this man. 2010's Knife Throwing Ambassador of the Decade Dr. Christian Thiel- Participating in knife throwing since 1998 Christian Thiel has helped the sport of knife throwing in Europe grow. Besides organizing events and promoting knife throwing he is now vice-president of his very own European knife club, "Eurothrowers" (not to shabby). His continued drive toward promoting and expanding the sport of knife throwing across Europe over the past 12 years makes him an easy pick for 2010's "Ambassador of the Decade". 2010's International Knife Maker of the Year Doug Herod- Knife making has always been a tricky task for any one who does it, but not for this man. Doug Herod's knife creations are second to none and his careful precision and craftsmanship make each knife unique. As a knife thrower Doug has a the perfect understanding of what a knife needs to be and has the creativeness to make it. 2010's IKTHOF Ambassadors of the Year Mike and Rosa Gross- "One sharp marriage", not only is that the name of their show and webite but it seems to be this couples slogan. Entertaining audiences all across the country this New England couples show blends knife throwing excitement with comedy in a unique and unforgettable show for any fan. Their list of accomplishments include "Outstanding New Performers of The Year" for 2008 by the IKTHOF (International Knife Throwers Hall of Fame) in Austin TX 2008 Inductee International Knife Throwers Hall of Fame American knife Throwers Alliance a.k.t.a. World Knife Throwers Guild, Inc. w.k.t.g. (charter member) I.K.T.H.O.F.A. International Knife Throwers Hall Of Fame Association hired as stunt coordinators and did knife throwing for independent short film: "La casa D'argento Bava" 2005. Rosa was in “Northeast Thrower” Target Girl of the month for Aug. 2007. The IKTHOF recognizes this "one sharp marriage" as this years IKTHOF Ambassadors. 2010's International Western Showman Of the Year Adam Winrich- ADAM HOLDS 7 GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS: The longest whip ever cracked (216 ft long) The most stock whip cracks in a minute (272) The most bullwhip cracks in one minute (253) And 'fastest whip' - 10 targets (4.85 seconds) The most two handed whip cracks in a minute (420) The most candles extinguished in one minute with a whip (50) The most drink cans broken with a whip in three minutes (23 cans) Adam performs sophisticated, high-energy routines, featuring Adam's dry humor in spoken material, anecdotes, historical or educational stories. And yes, there is room for audience interaction in his shows, always more than just a series of amazing tricks.  Routines include single-handed whip cracking, double-handed multi-crack demos, stunts and tricks including balloon popping, candle snuffing, paper cutting, flower snipping, whip dancing, wraps, fire whips, and much, much more.   2010's International Competitor of the Year Richard Sunderland- Currently the highest scoring IKTHOF knife thrower in the world (and 2nd highest scoring tomahawk thrower) Richard Sunderland is a competitor amongst competitors. Give him a knife and let him have at it, and you will see why IKTHOF is proud to name this man as 2010's International Competitor of the year.   2010's International Junior Knife and Whip Entertainer of the Year Gillian "Little Bit" Sitler- Don't let the name fool you, this Junior Knife thrower and whip cracker is always out to perform 100% for any audience. Traveling with Mike "Alamo" Bainton and performing in front of live audiences in San Antonio at the Alamo, Gillian is showing the talents of a future star, knife throwing like a champion and cracking a whip like shes been doing it all her life. Don't miss an opportunity to watch this young up and comer's performance.   2010's International Junior Knife and Whip Entertainer of the Year Brooke "Angel Fire" Landry- Highest Scoring woman knife thrower in the world and whip cracker Brooke Landry amazes and wows audiences when ever she performs. Traveling with Mike "Alamo" Bainton and performing with Gillian Sitler in front of live audiences in San Antonio at the Alamo, Brooke is yet another one of Mike "Alamo" Bainton's young proteges who is a future star in the making. This is another performer who you don't want to miss the opportunity to see if you get a chance. This year the IKTHOF recognizes the Alamo preservation team for their continued support to perserve a great Texas shrine. To date they have raised $9,300+. The IKTHOF thanks them for their continued efforts. Alamo Preservation Team Members- Mike "Alamo" Bainton, Scott Liu, Aaron Owens, Josh Owens, Cliff "Awol" Hill, Mike Landry, Abi Peterson, Gillian Sitler, Brooke Landry, Ashlee Liu, Brendan Ireland, Grace Landry, Ninabelle Sitler, Aaron Sitler, Jaime Silva