The Lionman Foundation is proud to launch The Legend of Lionman and the Seven Kurodos Knowledge is Power 20 City Tour, which will feature American Idol meets Martial Arts Inspiring Education. The 20 City Tour, in partnership with Disney's Martial Arts Festival at Disneyland® Resort, is an exciting campaign that will promote achieving higher education and self-discipline using martial arts principles to youth throughout the country.

The Legend of LIONMAN and the Seven KURODOS joins with Disneyland Martial Arts Festival to host the most spectacular Martial Arts Event in recent history

New Orleans, LA October 15, 2009 – Grand Master Eric “LIONMAN” O’Neal, Sr. will be introducing “THE LEGEND OF LIONMAN AND THE SEVEN KURODOS” to the thousands of Martial Artist during the Disneyland Martial Arts Festival ®. Next year’s event is expected tocount on the “THE LEGEND OF LIONMAN” to continue to “Recognize and Develop Education in the Martial Arts.”

Grandmaster Eric O'Neal's extensive background and experience will significantly contribute to the successful, profitable growth of the Masters Hall of Fame.
Date Released: 03/25/2009
Moreno Valley, California, March 24, 2009—Daniel Hect, Chairman and CEO of the Masters Hall of Fame (www.MastersHallofFame.com), has announced the appointment of Eric O’Neal to the position of Senior Vice President of Operations.
Eric O’Neal joins several other executive officers at the Masters; his depth of experience will enable the Masters organization to develop its operations to meet significant growth opportunities in the Martial Arts Community. Eric O’Neal joins Daniel Hect, Chairman and CEO; David Dye, President; Lyn Walker, Senior Vice President Operations; and Gregg Wooldridge, Director of Public Relations. Eric will position the Masters to maximize the substantial influx of new business and market opportunities. Eric’s depth of corporate experience will be instrumental in the continued growth and development of the Academy of Masters association, corporate sponsorships as well as grant development.
“The Masters organization is in the right place at the right time, we are very optimistic about the opportunities on the horizon for the Martial Arts Community,” said Daniel Hect, Chairman and CEO. “Establishing exceptional leadership is critical in preparing the Masters to meet the significant growth opportunities. We now have some of the best people in the industry on our executive leadership team.” Hect added.
Lyn Walker, Senior Vice President of Operations is responsible for overall planning and management for the Masters operations as well as the Academy of Masters association. Lyn will work with Eric O’Neal, Vice President of Marketing in the creative vision and brand recognition of the Masters Hall of Fame as we celebrates our 10 year anniversary in 2009. Said David Dye, Masters Hall of Fame President
For more information on the 10th annual Masters Hall of Fame Awards Banquet, contact Daniel Hect at 951-538-9357 or visit the Masters Hall of Fame Website at http://www.mastershalloffame.com. The Masters Organization is 503c non-profit organization dedicated to “Recognizing Excellence” in the Martial Arts by developing leadership in the Martial Arts community. For more information on the Masters Hall of Fame visit www.MastesHallofFame.com.

Grand Master Eric “LIONMAN” O’Neal, Sr. and Grandmaster Jim “Enter The Dragon” Kelly will be at the Comic-Con on July 23 through 26.
(FAST PITCH PRESS) Date Released: 07/18/2009
MHOFPress San Diego CA July 18, 2009 Grandmaster Eric “LIONMAN” O’Neal, Sr. LIONMAN FOUNDATION, INC. Founder and a Masters Hall of Fame Alumni will be introducing his first of 28 Graphic Novels; The Legend of “LIONMAN” & The “SEVEN KURODOS” will be featured at the 2009 San Diego Comic-Con International on July 23 through July 26. Visit booth #2200.
The Legend of “LIONMAN” and the “SEVEN KURODOS” are the first multicultural group of American superheroes, performs heroic and moral deeds, both real and fictional that will inspire, delight, uplift, and educate millions of children and adults all over the world.
“We’re excited about our Special Guest and Super Star Martial Arts Icon, The Legendary Grandmaster Jim Kelly from the Movie “Enter The Dragon”. Grandmaster Jim Kelly will be joining Grandmaster O’Neal for 4 days as they sign pictures and the graphic novel at the Comic-Con at the San Diego Convention Center.
You can meet Grandmaster Eric “LIONMAN” O’Neal, Sr. and Grandmaster Jim Kelly at the San Diego Convention Center at 111 W Harbor Dr. San Diego, CA 92101 as they sign autographs for visitors, as well as introduce you to the amazing stories of the “LIONMAN” and the “SEVEN KURODOS”
If you can not get to the Comic-com on July 23 you can also meet him at the Long Beach Internationals on August 7-9 at the Long Beach International Martial Arts Festival and Trade Show. Grandmaster O’Neal will be attending the Masters Hall of Fame
“Grandmaster Eric O’Neal will be also be premiering the “LIONMAN” graphic novel at the Masters Hall of Fame event held in conjunction with the Long Beach Internationals on August 7th through August 9th, said Daniel Hect, CEO of the Masters Hall of Fame. Grandmaster O’Neal that do it all, we are happy to have him speaking at the Masters this year. Daniel continued.
Master O' Neal founded The LIONMAN Foundation a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization in 2000. The Vision and Mission is to empower today’s youth by promoting self-confidence, self-discipline and self-respect through the Martial Arts. This is evident by the LIONMAN’s motto “Every child can be strong, confident and successful!”
Master O' Neal intends to expand Blue Lion Karate Academy in Atlanta, GA and partner with the school boards, schools, local churches, and neighborhoods in order to rebuild, restore and reinforce their communities.
"I am excited to have the opportunity to work with Grandmaster Hect and the Masters Hall of Fame, we have some very exciting developments with the LIONMAN Foundation and the Academy of Masters that will be announced at the Masters Hall of Fame on August 8th at the Long Beach Convention Center. This partnership will continue to bring media awareness, marketing and sponsorship opportunities to The LIONMAN Foundation to help develop the next generation of martial arts leaders," says Grandmaster O' Neal.
Get your tickets to attend the Masters Hall of Fame Banquet on August 8, 2009 at the Masters Hall of Fame website www.mastershalloffame.com.
For more information on the Masters Hall of Fame information on the amazing contributions of other Masters Hall of Fame Alumni visit the Master’s Hall of Fame website at www.mastershalloffame.com.

"I know of nobody that cares more about educating and disciplining our youth than Grand Master O'Neal and the principles he teaches in his graphic novel and the principles that I have learned from him have made a real difference in my life.  This book offers keys to success for people in all walks of life."

-Al Gourrier, President First Commerce Bank, Las Vegas, Navada

"Grand Master O'Neal is a teacher and mentor that lives the examples and principles he teaches in his graphic novel.  His principles are motivating and powerful and they truly work. Buy this book and read it!  When you model and live the principles your life will be enriched."

"The Legend of Lionman and the Seven Kurodos is an exceptional graphic novel that teaches individuals a discipline for dealing with the different responsibilities in one's life as well as tells an inspiring story.  I highly recommend this book to the young and old alike."

My son, Nate, is only 4 years old and when he first saw the LIONMAN graphic novel his only words were "Whoa, this is awesome!" I've never seen him react like this to a book.

LIONMAN is truly inpirational!