Author: Geert Ureel- Cenco

Virtual Tournament Date: Saturday, November 14, 2020
 – 10:00am start time for ages 13 and under
 – 11:00am start time for 14+ years old

What is a Virtual Tournament (of Knowledge)?
Since we can’t test your physical judo skills, we’ll test your judo knowledge.  The tournament will be a competition to determine who possesses deep judo knowledge.  Contestants will be presented with a series of multiple-choice questions via Zoom, and participants have a limited amount of time to provide the correct responses.  We hope to make it a fun experience.

We recommend that participants use two devices (such as a computer and a mobile phone or tablet) to access both Zoom and Kahoot at the same time.  For example, you can have Zoom on your computer and Kahoot on your phone.

You can also download the Kahoot app to your phone or tablet.  If you have not used Kahoot before, we recommend you test it out prior to the actual tournament.

The tournament will last roughly 20-25 minutes.  

What kinds of questions should I expect?

Participants will be tested on their knowledge of the English and Japanese names of various judo throws, mat holds and other judo techniques.  There will be questions about tournament terminology, rules and scoring as well as judo history.

How does Kahoot determine the winners?

Participants are awarded a specific number of points for a correct answer and how quickly the question was answered correctly.  Points are awarded after each question and Kahoot keeps track of who is leading during the tournament.

Is there an entry fee?

No.  This event is free.  We just ask that you act respectfully and responsibly when participating.  Parents/Guardians: Please monitor your little ones.

Do I have to wear my judo gi?

No, but if you haven’t put on your judo gi in a while, this is a good excuse to put it on!  There may even be bonus points for wearing it.

Are there divisions and prizes?
There will be two divisions:

·         Junior (ages 13 and under)

·         Intermediate & Senior (ages 14+)

Prizes will be awarded to 1^st, 2^nd and 3^rd place within each division:

·         1^st place: Mizuno Competition Gi

·         2^nd place: $100 Target gift card

·         3^rd place: $50 Target gift card

Thank you to Hatashita Sports for donating the judo gis.

How do I register for the tournament?

Fill out the registration form by November 13th.  We will send out an email with all the details including the Zoom participation link the day before the event.

I have more questions.  Who can I ask?
Send an email to info@paloaltojudo.com and we’ll be happy to provide any additional information.

We hope you can participate.  It should be a lot of fun!  Looking forward to “seeing” everyone.

Stay healthy,

The Palo Alto Judo Club

Where : Sayaka Torra Open Mat July 28th Zoom Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84652516229?pwd=MXF1ZkdJNmlURE4vQ2hwQkhiN1B2Zz09
Meeting ID: 846 5251 6229
Password: USJF

See you on zoom !

Sensei Chuck Jefferson started a new podcast, ” Judocast” !!

“I hope can be an inspiration for all judokas.  The podcast is not about me or my club, rather a platform to share inspirational judo stories.   I hope all the Judo clubs could share the podcast with their members.    Sharing the great stories of our community will help inspire people to make Judo a bigger part of their lives.   In times like this, we can use this type of platform to give our members a connection to Judo.    You can find the podcast on all the major podcast platforms and of course it is free for everyone!  ” – Chuck Jefferson

Here are some links to the biggest platforms:

Judocast on Spotfiy

Judocast on Itunes

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/judocast/id1520144915

If you have additional questions please contact :

Chuck Jefferson – www.cjjudo.com – M: 408-605-4872

Thanks for sharing !

Dear all,

Please find enclosed the USJF Guidance COVID-19.

Please distribute in your dojo and implement the proposed countermeasures.

Thanks in advance !

Date:   April 18, 2020  — RSVP by  4/16/2020

            May 2, 2020  —  RSVP  by   4/30/2020

Time:   12:30 pm – 2:30pm  (may run over time)

Location:   Soko Joshi Judo Club

                  1622 Castro Street

                  San Francisco, CA 94114

Cost:   $20 per person

Maximum capacity :  6 People

The deadline for online pre-registration for the 2020 SJB 72nd Annual and 28th “Sensei Memorial” Invitational Judo Tournament is Wednesday February 12, 2020 – 10:00 PM.  You must be pre-registered for the discounted rate and to weigh in at the Satellite locations on Thursday, February 13. If you are pre-registered and cannot not weigh-in at the satellite location on Thursday, you can weigh in on Saturday, February 15 at the SJSU Event Center.  

Walk up registration is open on Saturday, February 15 at the SJSU Event Center, however the reduced rate will not apply.

To register online follow the link  www.sjbjudo.org    Please refer to the website for satellite locations and other tournament information.

The Referee Clinic and written test will be at the SJSU Event Center, aerobics room, on Saturday, February 15, 2020 in junction with the tournament on Sunday, February 16.

Contact Vaughn Imada at vpimada@aol.com if you have questions regarding National, Regional and/or Local Referee testing.

The chief referee for the 2020 “Sensei Memorial” will be Calvin Terada. The evaluators will be Dan Israel and Mark Hirota.

Mr. Terada and Mr. Hirota will be in Doha, Qatar the week of January 13, to attend the 2020 International Judo Federation Referee and Coach Seminar. They will present the information they receive from the seminar at the referee clinic on February 15.

Referee Clinic 1:00 P.M. – 3:00 P.M. ($20 payable to USA Judo).

New IJF contest rules as adopted by USA Judo discussed. Referees attending clinic must be dressed in referee attire.

National, Regional and Local Referee Candidate written test 3:00 P.M. – 4:00 P.M, or soon after referee clinic.

For further details refer to http://www.sjbjudo.org.