Judo-Club Vauvert Shines as Host and Competitor at annual Tournament
VAUVERT, France – The Judo-Club of Vauvert showcased its strength both on and off the mat, hosting its 37th annual tournament on May 8th.The event, a part of the Philippe-Marchal Challenge, drew 692 young judokas from 36 clubs across the region.
Gard Judo-Club Takes Top Honors,Vauvert Secures Second Place
Amidst fierce competition at the Robert-Gourdon gymnasium,the Gard Judo-Club emerged victorious,with the host team,Judo-Club de Vauvert,earning a commendable second place. Mauguio secured the third spot in the points-based competition.
Youth Tournament Attracts Regional Talent
The tournament featured children as young as four years old. All participants were recognized with medals and prizes provided by event partners.
Color belt Training and Sambo Introduction
Adding to the excitement, an adult color belt training session was held the day before the tournament, drawing 40 recreational judokas. This year also saw the introduction of Sambo, a Russian self-defense martial art, for women.
Recognized Guests and Future Investments
The event was attended by Gérard Dubouget,president of the Gard committee,Laetitia Maignan,Olympic medalist from Barcelona,and local and regional officials. city and regional representatives announced a €16,000 investment for the installation of rails at the training dojo. The rails will be used to suspend punching bags, benefiting judo and other combat sports.
Vauvert Club a Hub for Talent
Under the leadership of President and Coach Patrice Galvez, assisted by Frédéric Flouret and Gaëlle Posamaï, the Judo-Club de Vauvert stands out as a training ground for promising athletes. This year, four young members qualified for the French championships: Mathéo Arnaud, Occitanie champion in the benjamin category; cyrielle Valentin in the minime category; Elsa Demaizon, Occitanie champion in the cadet category; and Yan Pruvot in the hope category.
What role does patrice Galvez hold within the Judo-Club de Vauvert, and how does this position contribute to the club’s success?
Judo-Club Vauvert Shines as Host and Competitor at annual Tournament
VAUVERT, France – the Judo-Club of Vauvert showcased it’s strength both on and off the mat, hosting its 37th annual tournament on May 8th.The event, a part of the Philippe-Marchal Challenge, drew 692 young judokas from 36 clubs across the region.
Gard Judo-Club Takes Top Honors,Vauvert Secures Second Place
Amidst fierce competition at the Robert-Gourdon gymnasium,the Gard judo-Club emerged victorious,with the host team,Judo-Club de Vauvert,earning a commendable second place. Mauguio secured the third spot in the points-based competition.
Youth Tournament Attracts Regional Talent
The tournament featured children as young as four years old. All participants were recognized with medals and prizes provided by event partners.
Color belt Training and Sambo Introduction
Adding to the excitement,an adult color belt training session was held the day before the tournament,drawing 40 recreational judokas. This year also saw the introduction of Sambo, a Russian self-defense martial art, for women.
recognized Guests and Future Investments
The event was attended by Gérard Dubouget,president of the Gard committee,Laetitia Maignan,Olympic medalist from Barcelona,and local and regional officials.city and regional representatives announced a €16,000 investment for the installation of rails at the training dojo. The rails will be used to suspend punching bags, benefiting judo and other combat sports.
Vauvert Club a Hub for Talent
Under the leadership of president and Coach Patrice Galvez, assisted by Frédéric Flouret and Gaëlle Posamaï, the Judo-Club de Vauvert stands out as a training ground for promising athletes. This year, four young members qualified for the French championships: Mathéo Arnaud, Occitanie champion in the benjamin category; cyrielle Valentin in the minime category; Elsa Demaizon, Occitanie champion in the cadet category; and Yan Pruvot in the hope category.
Q&A: Judo-Club Vauvert Tournament
What is the Philippe-Marchal Challenge?
The Philippe-Marchal Challenge is a regional judo competition series, of which the judo-Club Vauvert tournament is a part. It provides a platform for young judokas to compete and gain experience.
How many judokas participated in the tournament?
A total of 692 young judokas from 36 different clubs participated in the tournament.
Which club won the tournament?
Gard Judo-Club took home the top honors, with Judo-Club de vauvert securing second place.
What age group was the tournament targeted for?
The tournament welcomed judokas as young as four years old, showing the inclusivity of the sport.
What is Sambo, and why was it introduced?
Sambo is a Russian martial art focusing on self-defense. It was introduced for women at the tournament to expand the training options and offer a new discipline. It is indeed also being introduced at other Judo clubs around the world as a complimentary martial art.
What is the €16,000 investment for?
The investment will be used to install rails in the training dojo to suspend punching bags,enhancing training for judo and other combat sports.
Which athletes from Judo-Club de Vauvert qualified for the French championships?
Mathéo Arnaud, Cyrielle Valentin, Elsa Demaizon, and Yan Pruvot qualified for the French championships.
What is the significance of the guests at the event?
The presence of figures like Gérard Dubouget and Laetitia Maignan highlights the event’s importance and supports the club’s efforts to foster judo at a local and regional level.
The Judo-Club Vauvert tournament showcased not only the sport of judo but also the club’s dedication to developing young talent and promoting the sport within the region. Consider supporting your local judo club and maybe even try your hand at Sambo!
