NEWSLETTER October 24, 2023

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED at the Peak International, October 27-29

Only 3 days until the Peak International Judo Tournament, October 27-29, at SFU. With over 500 participants registered, we need your help to make this a great tournament and experience for everyone.

Below is the link for the signup sheet. Your help is greatly appreciated.

https://www.signupgenius.com/

Go team!

LIVE DRAWS and RESULTS

To find the live draws and results, go to: https://www.live.judobc.ca

REGISTRATION DEADLINES



Nov 2 - December 2023 Black Belt Grading Registration Deadline

Nov 8 - Director Nomination Form & Resolution Form Due

Dec 4 - Registration and Proxy Form Due

2023 Judo BC Annual General Meeting

Calling all yudansha (black belt) members. It's time to register for the Judo BC Annual General Meeting (AGM) taking place virtually on Saturday, December 9th at 4 pm. Not available to attend? You can assign your vote to another Judo BC Yudansha member via proxy.

Judo BC Constitution & Bylaws

The Judo BC Constitution & Bylaws are set by the Judo BC Board of Directors, in alignment with the BC Societies Act and following sport best practices. These bylaws are approved by the voting members of Judo BC. If there is something you would like to see changed or amended in the Judo BC Bylaws now is the time to submit a resolution for consideration at the 2023 AGM. Resolution forms can be downloaded from the AGM Registration page. Please note the Judo BC Policies and Procedures are seperate from the Bylaws and are approved by the Judo BC Board of Directors.

Board of Directors Elections

At this years AGM the following 3 positions will be up for election: President, Treasurer, Director at Large.

All Judo BC yudansha members 18 year old and older are eligible for these positions. If you are interested in learning more please contact the Judo BC President, Donna Hanson, by sending an email to president@judobc.ca. The deadline to submit your signed nomiation forms is November 8th. The forms can be downloaded from the AGM registration page.

LATEST RESULTS

Team BC Results at the Ontario Open, October 21-22

Congratulations to all the athletes that participated this past weekend at Ontario Open. This event had close to 700 participants over 2 days, with Team BC bringing home 18 medals.

DAY 1 RESULTS

U14

Ewen Le Bris -42kg Gold - Peak Judo Club (PTC/A)

U18

Amir Temirbaev -55kg Gold - Peak Judo Club (PTC/A)

Lowan Le Bris -66kg Gold - Peak Judo Club (PTC/A)

Maegan Grootern -52kg Silver - Hart Judo Academy (PTC/A)

Carla Van Zyl -57kg Silver - Hart Judo Academy (PTC/A)

Alandra Steiger -63kg Bronze - PG Judo ClubU21

Abel Velasquez -100kg Gold - OSP Police Jr.

Ne Waza

Taras Shevchenko Veteran -81kg Silver - Champion Judo

AJ Lontayo Senior -66kg Bronze - Campbell River Judo

DAY 2 RESULTS

U16

Vanessa Covasser -40kg Gold - Peak Judo Club (PTC/A)

Amir Temirbaev -55kg Gold - Peak Judo Club (PTC/A)

Wish Keirstead -48kg Bronze - Pacific Kodokan Dojo

Ewen Le Bris -42kg Bronze - Peak Judo Club (PTC/A)

Maksym Klymenko -55kg Bronze - OSP Police Jr (PTC/A)

Yegor Shevchenko -60kg Bronze - Champion Judo

Senior Intermediate

Kameron Meisterman -80kg Silver - Steveston Judo

Senior

Carla Van Zyl -52kg Silver - Hart Judo Academy (PTC/A)

Alandra Steiger -63kg Bronze - PG Judo Club

PTC/A: Athletes that train at the Provincial Training Centre (Abbotsford, BC)

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Stronger Together - Girls' Training - November 26

Judo BC's Equity Committee is hosting a girls' practice on November 26, 2023 at the Odd Squad Production Society dojo. This event is aimed at bringing together female judokas in a friendly and fun environment to practice judo, to share knowledge and to meet other female judokas.

Date: Sunday November 26, 2023

Location: OSP dojo, 5487 Lane St, Burnaby, BC V5H 2H4

Time: 1:30pm - 3:30pm

Age: U10 and up

Belt: Minimum yellow

Cost: Free* (registration required)

This event will be lead by Yuki Yokosawa, World and Olympic silver medallist. For more information or questions, email equity@judobc.ca.

Remembering Udo Werner (August 23, 1947 - October 2, 2023)

We are saddened to announce the passing of Udo Werner, a formidable judoka who made a lasting impression with Team BC in the 1970s.

Udo was born in Stuttgart, Germany, emigrating to Canada at 9 years old. He began his judo in BC at the Vancouver Judo Club with Sensei Tom Tamoto on Hastings St. in East Vancouver.

In the 1960s, Udo's judo would take him to Japan, to train at the Kodokan under Isao Okano, the 1964 Olympic champion.

In the 1970s, Udo represented Canada in the 1972 and 1976 Olympics, as well as the 1973 World championships. His experience, skill, strength and leadership would earn him the role of captaining a young senior Team BC. Under his guidance, the team became a competitive and well trained unit capturing the Canadian Championship in 1979.

Udo was an outstanding judoka who inspired many as both a competitor and sensei. He will be remembered for his great fighting spirit and his contribution to Team BC.

https://vancouversunandprovince.remembering.ca/obituary/udo-werner-1088931015

Welcoming Our New Communications and Programs Coordinator

We are thrilled to introduce and extend a warm welcome to Cynthya Tan, who has joined our Judo BC staff team as the new part-time Communications and Programs Coordinator. Cynthya brings a wealth of experience and passion to her role, making her a fantastic addition to our team.

Cynthya Tan has a diverse background in sport both on and off the field, with experience in multi-sports as both an athlete and coach, and with experience off the field, behind the scenes with event management and design. She has been an integral part of the judo community for several years, and her commitment to the sport is evident in her extensive involvement and achievements.

With over 30 years of experience in the sport of judo, including over 15 years as a competitor, Cynthya Tan brings a unique blend of expertise, passion, and dedication to her new role. Her insights and knowledge will undoubtedly prove to be an invaluable asset to the Judo BC staff team as we work together to further the sport of judo in our community.

Please join us in welcoming Cynthya to the Judo BC staff team as we embark on this exciting journey together.

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