Bayaguana Dominates National Cadet and Junior judo Championship
Bayaguana’s judo team emerged victorious at the National Cadet and junior Judo Championship held Saturday at the Olympic Center in Santo Domingo, securing the top spot with a meaningful medal haul.
Monte Plata’s Bayaguana Secures First Place
The judokas from Bayaguana, representing the Monte Plata Association, amassed a total of five gold, two silver, and five bronze medals. In the cadet division, they earned one gold, two silver, and three bronze. The junior division saw them clinch four gold medals and one bronze.
San Juan de la Maguana Takes Second Place
The Association of Judo from San Juan de la Maguana secured second place with a total of four gold, three silver, and four bronze medals. Their cadet team claimed three gold, one silver, and one bronze, while the junior team added one gold, two silver, and three bronze.
azua Claims Third Position
The delegation from Azua finished third, earning four gold medals and one bronze. The cadet division contributed one gold and one silver, while the junior division secured three gold medals.
Other Top Finishers
the Judo Association of the National District finished fourth with three gold, nine silver, and nine bronze medals. The Duarte province association secured fifth place with three gold and three bronze medals.
Posthumous Dedication
The National Cadet and Junior Judo championship was dedicated to the memory of Manuel Guerrero, Zulema Castillo, and Mario Capellán, all deceased members of the judo community.
During the opening ceremony, the Dominican Judo Federation (Fedojudo) presented plaques of recognition to the families of the honorees.
notable Attendees
The event was attended by key figures including José P. Monegro, president of the organizing committee for the XXV Central American and Caribbean Games Santo Domingo 2026; Gilberto García, head of Fedojudo; Osamu Hayakawa, the Japanese ambassador to the Dominican Republic; Dionisio Guzmán and Rafael Villalona, from the Hall of Fame; Franklin De la mota, Vice Minister of Sports; sensei juan Chalas; and José Luis Ramírez, president of the Dominican Karate Federation, along with members of the Fedojudo executive committee.
Wich teams placed in the top three at the National Cadet and Junior Judo Championship?
Bayaguana Dominates National Cadet and Junior judo Championship
Bayaguana’s judo team emerged victorious at the National Cadet and junior Judo Championship held Saturday at the olympic Center in Santo Domingo, securing the top spot with a meaningful medal haul.
Monte Plata’s Bayaguana Secures First Place
The judokas from Bayaguana, representing the Monte Plata Association, amassed a total of five gold, two silver, and five bronze medals. In the cadet division, they earned one gold, two silver, and three bronze.The junior division saw them clinch four gold medals and one bronze.
San Juan de la Maguana Takes Second Place
The Association of Judo from San Juan de la Maguana secured second place with a total of four gold, three silver, and four bronze medals. Thier cadet team claimed three gold, one silver, and one bronze, while the junior team added one gold, two silver, and three bronze.
azua claims Third Position
The delegation from Azua finished third, earning four gold medals and one bronze. The cadet division contributed one gold and one silver, while the junior division secured three gold medals.
Other Top Finishers
the Judo Association of the National District finished fourth with three gold, nine silver, and nine bronze medals. The Duarte province association secured fifth place with three gold and three bronze medals.
Posthumous Dedication
The National Cadet and Junior Judo championship was dedicated to the memory of Manuel Guerrero, Zulema Castillo, and Mario Capellán, all deceased members of the judo community.
During the opening ceremony, the Dominican Judo federation (Fedojudo) presented plaques of recognition to the families of the honorees.
notable Attendees
The event was attended by key figures including José P. Monegro, president of the organizing committee for the XXV Central American and Caribbean Games Santo Domingo 2026; Gilberto García, head of Fedojudo; Osamu Hayakawa, the Japanese ambassador to the Dominican Republic; dionisio Guzmán and Rafael Villalona, from the Hall of Fame; Franklin de la mota, Vice Minister of Sports; sensei juan Chalas; and José Luis Ramírez, president of the Dominican Karate Federation, along with members of the Fedojudo executive committee.
Q&A: Unpacking the National Cadet and Junior Judo Championship
Q: Where and when was the championship held?
A: The National Cadet and Junior Judo Championship took place on Saturday at the olympic Center in Santo Domingo.
Q: Which team won the championship?
A: The Bayaguana team,representing the Monte Plata Association,secured first place.
Q: Who were the top three teams?
A: Bayaguana (1st), San Juan de la Maguana (2nd), and Azua (3rd).
Q: Who was the championship dedicated to?
A: The event honored the memory of Manuel Guerrero, Zulema Castillo, and Mario Capellán.
Q: What is the importance of the presence of the Japanese Ambassador?
A: Judo originated in Japan. The Ambassador’s presence underscores the cultural connection and international importance of the sport.
Q: Where can I learn more about Judo in Santo Domingo?
A: Visit the Dominican Judo federation (Fedojudo) website and look for local clubs or training centers. Judo offers physical and mental discipline. Try a class today!
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