Spokane Judo

Category: Tournaments

Tournament Information

  • Athol Invitational Tournament

    Lakeland Judo and Joseki Judo did an excellent job of hosting the first in what I hope will become a series of local tournaments to help prepare our local judokas for competition.
    Spokane Judo had 4 competitors at the tournament.
    All four fought hard and exemplified all of the values of judo:

    • hard work
    • mutual benefit
    • good sportsmanship
    • perseverance

    Isla Gott took 2nd
    Alaina Gott took 3rd
    Ryan Ruiz competed in a much heavier and older division and did well.
    Zoey Yacker fought in her first tournament and defeated a much more experienced player.

    Well done everyone!



  • Local Tournament Saturday (12/2)

    This Saturday, there is a small local tournament in Athol ID. It is just about an hour drive and I strongly encourage everyone to attend (and most of you should compete). The one thing you can do right now to make your judo better faster is compete! This is your chance to do that.
    Also note that there will be Senior divisions so adults should compete as well.

    Important times/dates:

    • Thursday (11/30): let me know that you are going to compete so I can submit a club roster.
    • Friday (12/1): Weigh-in at Joseki Dojo 6-8pm. 101 N Argonne Rd.
    • Saturday (12/2): tournament at Athol Elementary, 6333 E Menser Ave Athol ID 83801
      starting at 9:30.

    The entry form is here.

  • introduction to judo officiating

    An introduction to judo officiating will be presented by Gordon Nelson, Pan American C Referee, on Saturday, November 18, 8am to 3:30pm.  The seminar,
    organized by JosekiJudo and Lakeland Judo Club, will take place in Spokane, WA. 
    The waiver is here.
    The Entry form is here.

    I strongly encourage everyone who can to attend. This is a great chance to deepen your understanding of the rules and make you a better judo competitor and supporter of the judo community.

  • Continental Crown Results

    Congratulations to Myles Freeman on his win last weekend in the Continental Crown. Great Job!

    Sensei leigh sent out the following wins for the Pacific competitors:
    Hello All,
    This weekend, 5 competitors and their family braved the snow and went over to Seattle for the Continental Crown. 5 competitors, 7 medals !
    Jadelyn McArthur:  This was Jadelyn’s first tournament and she competed in two divisions.  She took 2nd and 3rd.  She was so much fun to watch!  With a
    little more competition experience, watch out!
    Madison McArthur:  This was Madi’s 2nd tournament and she did awesome!  She also took 2nd and 3rd.  With a little more experience, she will also dominate!
    Carter Hughes:  Carter placed 3rd!  He had a nice transition into a pin and held it for the win! 
    Tomio Yamada:  Tomio placed 1st!  He only had one other opponent and beat him twice.  Second match was an ippon in 10 seconds!
    Akio Yamada:  Akio placed 2nd!  He was again the youngest in his bracket, but he did awesome against the men, one who was 30 and beat at the buzzer!

  • Upcoming Events

    Just wanted to update everyone on some upcoming judo events in the Northwest.
    First, Portland Judo is hosting a clinic with Mike Swain, World Champion and 4 X Olympian on Friday 9/15. This is short notice, but he is an excellent instructor and well worth attending if you can. Info is here.

    Second, on 9/23 Budokan will be holding their tournament. The entry form is here.

    Third, on 9/30, there is a kata workshop for judges along with the 4th annual Pacific NW kata championship sponsored by Seattle Dojo. I don’t think we have anyone ready for this yet, but keep this type of event in mind as an option. Kata will definitely help all aspects of your judo.

    Finally, on 10/7 the Rainier cup will be held in Lakewood, Wa. This is always a good tournament.
    The entry form is here.

  • 2017 Inland Empire Judo Classic Results

    I was glad to see all the members who came out and supported the tournament. This included the players on the mat and the people who helped with the table (Paul, Cassidy Freeman, Chris Mitchell, Rya, Anna Marie). Also, Allen and Miles Freeman did a great job reffing!

    John Freeman deserves special recognition for organizing the Spokane Judo table and working the entire tournament. Without him there wouldn’t have been a Spokane Judo table. Judo is all about mutual benefit, but I believe Spokane Judo has definitely gotten our benefit from John!

    Finally, here are the actual competition results. The fighters all did well. There are always things to work on.

    Name Result:
    Myles Freeman 3rd (15-16 division)
    Jake Gott 3rd
    Isla Gott 3rd
    Elaina Gott 3rd

  • 2017 Inland Empire Judo Classic Results

    I was glad to see all the members who came out and supported the tournament. This included the players on the mat and the people who helped with the table (Paul, Cassidy Freeman, Chris Mitchell, Rya, Anna Marie). Also, Allen and Miles Freeman did a great job reffing!

    John Freeman deserves special recognition for organizing the Spokane Judo table and working the entire tournament. Without him there wouldn’t have been a Spokane Judo table. Judo is all about mutual benefit, but I believe Spokane Judo has definitely gotten our benefit from John!

    Finally, here are the actual competition results. The fighters all did well. There are always things to work on.

    Name Result:
    Myles Freeman 3rd (15-16 division)
    Jake Gott 3rd
    Isla Gott 3rd
    Elaina Gott 3rd

  • Inland Empire Judo Classic, May 27, 2017

    I just wanted to remind everyone about this tournament. It is here in town. Everyone should plan on attending. We need everyone’s help. Come and compete and work at the table.

    Online registration is here. You need to register by May 24.

    The forms with additional information are here.

  • A couple of Upcoming Tournaments

    Seattle Dojo Tournament, May 6, 2017

    There will be early weigh-in available on Friday evening, 7-9 pm, May 5, at venue, Boys & Girls Club of Bellevue, 1903 112th Ave. NE, Bellevue, WA 98004.
    Please bring forms, payment, and Judo membership card (USJF).
    Forms are here.

    Inland Empire Judo Classic, May 27, 2017

    This one is here in town. Everyone should plan on attending. We need people to step up and compete and help run the table. If you are part of our club, we need your help!
    Forms for this tournament are here.

  • 2017 WA State Photos

    Here are some photos from the recent tournament. These are in no particular order and if someone is left out, it isn’t intentional, I just don’t have your photo.