Saint-Marcel Judokas Shine at Sanvignes tournament
SANVIGNES, France – Young judokas from Judo Club Saint-Marcel (JCSM) demonstrated their skills and promise at a recent tournament held in Sanvignes. The weekend event featured both developmental matches for younger athletes and a competitive championship for older, color-belt competitors.
Young Judokas Gain Experience in Test Matches
Saturday focused on Benjamins and Minimes divisions, with a “Test Matches” event designed to give young judokas valuable experience without the pressure of formal scoring. Maïlys, Mathilde, Alyssa, Lily, Logan, Alexis, Auguste, and Noam, all from Saint-marcel, participated and gained valuable mat time, according to the Judo club.
Monnot triumphs at BFC Kyus Championship
Sunday saw the cadets take the stage for the BFC Kyus Championship, a competition exclusively for judokas with colored belts. alexis Monnot dominated the -66kg Orange and Green belt division, securing victory with four wins, all achieved before the time limit. Evan Girod Roux earned a respectable 5th place in the same -66kg category, winning three of his six matches. Léa Lombard took 3rd place in the -48kg division, battling through a less-than-ideal performance. Loic Lallemand,competing in his first senior-level competition,showed commitment in his two matches,though he did not advance beyond the initial pool.
JCSM expressed pride in its athletes’ performance and enthusiasm for the future.
What is an “Ippon” and why is winning “before the time limit” significant in Judo competition?
Saint-Marcel Judokas Shine at Sanvignes Tournament
SANVIGNES,France – Young judokas from Judo Club Saint-Marcel (JCSM) demonstrated their skills and promise at a recent tournament held in Sanvignes. The weekend event featured both developmental matches for younger athletes and a competitive championship for older, color-belt competitors.
Young Judokas Gain Experience in Test matches
Saturday focused on Benjamins and Minimes divisions, with a “Test Matches” event designed to give young judokas valuable experience without the pressure of formal scoring. Maïlys, Mathilde, Alyssa, Lily, Logan, alexis, Auguste, and Noam, all from Saint-Marcel, participated and gained valuable mat time, according to the Judo club.
Monnot triumphs at BFC Kyus Championship
Sunday saw the cadets take the stage for the BFC Kyus championship,a competition exclusively for judokas with colored belts. alexis Monnot dominated the -66kg Orange and Green belt division, securing victory with four wins, all achieved before the time limit. Evan Girod Roux earned a respectable 5th place in the same -66kg category, winning three of his six matches. Léa lombard took 3rd place in the -48kg division, battling through a less-than-ideal performance. Loic Lallemand, competing in his first senior-level competition, showed commitment in his two matches, though he did not advance beyond the initial pool.
JCSM expressed pride in its athletes’ performance and enthusiasm for the future.
Q&A: Unpacking the sanvignes Tournament
Q: What are “Test Matches” and why are they critically important?
A: Test Matches are designed for younger judokas (benjamins and Minimes) to gain experience without the pressure of formal scoring. They focus on developing skills and confidence, making them a crucial step in a young judoka’s journey. Think of it as practice with purpose!
Q: What is the BFC Kyus Championship?
A: The BFC Kyus Championship is a competition specifically for judokas with colored belts (those who haven’t yet achieved a black belt). “Kyus” refers to the colored belt ranks in Judo. It’s a great opportunity to hone their skills and compete at a higher level.
Q: what weight classes were featured in the championship?
A: The article mentions the -66kg (Alexis Monnot and Evan Girod roux) and -48kg (Léa Lombard) weight classes. Judo weight classes ensure fair competition by grouping athletes of similar sizes.
Q: What does “before the time limit” mean in Judo?
A: Alexis Monnot won all his matches “before the time limit,” meaning he secured victory by achieving an “Ippon” (a decisive score, like a perfect throw) before the match’s allotted time ended. This is the equivalent of a knockout in boxing!
Q: What does the club’s pride in its athletes’ performance suggest?
A: It reflects a strong emphasis on progress, sportsmanship, and camaraderie within the Judo Club Saint-Marcel. It’s a sign of a thriving and supportive surroundings.
The success at the Sanvignes tournament highlights the dedication and potential of the judokas from Judo Club Saint-Marcel. Keep an eye on these rising stars as they continue their Judo journey!
