Shihan Ritchie Noblett 8th Dan
It is with great sadness that we have to report that Shihan Ritchie Noblett has lost his brave battle against cancer. Shihan passed away  overnight at his home in Port Talbot. Our thoughts and condolences are at this time with his devoted wife, Liz, his children Chris and Vicky and the family.
Shihan Noblett was one of the founding fathers of Karate in this Wales, and his contribution to Welsh Karate is immeasurable. Ritchie will be remembered by all those who had the pleasure to train with him as an incredible karate athlete, an innovator in coaching techniques, a very humble man who valued respect, loyalty and dedication in karate and life as paramount. Ritchies’  influence on karate will be ever present and he will continue to be an inspiration for generations to come.  Rest Peacefully Shihan.

Ritchie was one of the AMA's longest serving friends and an ex member of the AMA his group and himself still remained close friends to many in the AMA.
 

His passing is a sad loss, he will be greatly missed.

 Peter Allen.

6th Dan Rokudan

Vice President/Treasurer Amateur Martial Association.