Seysses Judo Veterans Shine at National Master Excellence Tournament
GARDANNE, France – A delegation of veteran judokas from Seysses showcased their skills at the National master excellence tournament in Gardanne, Bouches-du-Rhône, aiming to secure valuable points for the upcoming French Championships. The competition, featuring athletes classified by age and weight, proved to be a challenging arena for the Seysses contingent.
Cabassud Secures Silver in -66kg Category
Julien Cabassud delivered a near-flawless performance in the -66kg category. The Seysses judoka only lost to the eventual winner after a prolonged match, earning a commendable second-place finish in the M3 veteran division. This silver medal considerably boosts his chances for the French Championships. In the same category, Xavier Métayer narrowly missed the podium, finishing fourth in the M5 veteran division.
Mairet Battles to Fifth Place in -73kg Category
The afternoon saw action in the -73kg and -81kg categories. Jean-Marc Mairet fought his way to the semi-finals but was ultimately defeated, leading him to the third-place match. Despite a hard-fought battle, mairet finished fifth in the M7 division.
Dufour and Méda Represent Seysses Delegation
Lionel Dufour (JC Lavernose), who trains in Seysses, also secured a fifth-place finish. patrick Méda (JC Fousseret), another member of the Seysses delegation, participated but did not place in the tournament.
The National Master excellence tournament serves as a crucial stepping stone for veteran judokas aspiring to compete at the French Championships, highlighting the enduring dedication and skill within the Seysses judo community.
Seysses Judo Veterans Shine at National Master Excellence Tournament: Q&A
The seysses judokas demonstrated notable skill and dedication at the tournament. Let’s cheer them on as thay strive for success at the french Championships!
