02/07/2026
Repost from Mr. Brad Bowelle and Jack Scott United Karate Studios 🙏🔥🥊🥋 Thank you, Sir! OSU Go United!
Brad's United
"Oh wow! Honestly, the impact that Jack had on me before he was called home cannot be fully explained in a Facebook post. But suffice it to say, he most-assuredly and quite literally saved my life. I am so thankful that I was able to visit with him briefly in the early days of summer 2000 and during his last days. I was able to tell him about his indelible impression upon my life.
I'm equally thankful that I was afforded the opportunity to now train with one of his greatest friends, Jim Haymore. The stories Jim shares with me about him and Jack from the early days as Jack was brought into United are just fantastic. And, I love sharing the memories of Jack's and my antics through the years with Jim.
In my studio, I continue to be able to honor Jack almost daily. My class structure is very close to what it was back when I taught for him. My new white belts (and new black belts) get their belts tied hearing the same speech Jack gave us all...
Jack's faithfulness to United, his commitment to the ones he loved, his students of all ages never faded, his magnamous personality, his depth of character, and even his unique set of human flaws were all guided by his steady faith in our Lord above. That said, I am truly and humbly thankful that God placed Jack into my life and I'm thankful for all of the many people who surrounded him throughout his time with us.
It is awe-inspiring that Jack's impact in our lives still continues to make big waves in the United organization 26 years since his passing." - Mr. Brad Bowelle
🥋 Who Is Jack Scott? 🥋
Jack Scott was more than a name on our sign — he was the heart and foundation of what Jack Scott United Karate Studio stands for.
Jack personified the clean, positive, All-American values that continue to define our studio and our students today. A 6th Degree Black Belt and certified Master Instructor with the United Karate Association, Jack devoted nearly three decades to the mental and physical discipline of martial arts, helping shape not only students, but future Black Belt instructors within the United Karate System.
His competitive career was just as remarkable. Jack earned the United Karate Association’s “Competitor of the Year” honors in both 1986 and 1987, along with multiple Grand Champion Awards, and a 1st place finish at the prestigious Battle of Atlanta. National magazines Sport Karate and Karate Illustrated ranked him among the Top 10 fighters in the Southeastern United States in his division.
Jack trained under the legendary Mr. Ben Kiker, chief instructor of the United Karate System and one of the most respected figures in martial arts history, known for producing more nationally and regionally ranked champions than any instructor in the Southern U.S.
Born September 30, 1949, Jack passed away from brain cancer on July 25, 2000. He left behind his wife, Jane Scott, who continues to honor his legacy by owning and carrying forward the karate studio he established. We thank Jane Scott and Tara Eubanks for honoring his wishes for 25+ years.
💛 Jack’s spirit, values, and passion for martial arts live on in every class, every student, and every belt earned.
We would love to hear from our karate family — what are your favorite memories of Jack Scott? Please share them in the comments below.
