YONGSAN GARRISON, Republic of Korea - High energy entertainment for all ages electrified the Collier Field House Nov. 6 as the American Gladiator Tour unleashed mayhem on U.S. Army Garrison-Yongsan.

About 500 fans cheered on gladiators Panther, Titan, Venom, Wolf, Phoenix, and Terminator on what was their first appearance ever in Korea.

The event was based on NBC's hit show American Gladiators, a program that matches a cast of amateur athletes against each other, as well as against the show's own gladiators in contests of strength and agility.

Garrison Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation Director Paul Robinson delivered the opening remarks, saying that Yongsan was honored to have American Gladiators on post and that he was very excited to see gladiators and community members compete.

Four Yongsan teams consisting of eight players with a minimum of three females and three males were up to the challenge: Team Boss Smash, The Unprofessional, Ordinarii-8, and Pacific Victors.

Tug-O-War, Dodgeball, Joust, and The Assault were conducted in a tournament-style format.

Four teams competed, each with gladiator assistance during Tug-O-War and The Assault.

Ordinarri-8, led by Fitness Coordinator Tracey Briggs, emerged from the arena as the winners after battling their competitors for the top position.

Following the action, gladiators mingled with the audience and posed for photographs.

"I have only seen American Gladiators on television shows," said 5th grader Aaron Jones. "I just took photos with Titan and Wolf. It is just amazing!"

"It is our first visit to Korea," gladiator Tim Oliphant (also known as Terminator) said. "This has been an eye-opening experience. We didn't know what U.S. and Korean Soldiers are doing in Korea, but now we deeply thank every Soldier for their tough work to secure our nation and Korea. It is our privilege to be invited here and to enjoy some time competing and interacting with these great Soldiers."

Gladiator Beth Horn (also known as Venom) delivered a few words at the end of event. "We would like to thank you all coming out tonight and giving us many great memories," she said. "We truly enjoyed time competing and having fun with you guys. And your enthusiasm just surprised us. We all hope to visit again and God bless America."

Garrison Commander Col. Dave Hall said the event is just one of the ways Yongsan is keeping its promise to make Yongsan a great place to live.

"Events like these are not only a way to support the Army Family Covenant, but really bring a piece of the U.S. right here to our community. That is one of the things that makes living in this Garrison so special - we are close to home even while enjoying an exotic lifestyle here in Korea."

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