Rusty Kanokogi Movie – Don’t Call Me Sir! (Kayla Harrison | Bo Svenson)
Dear Fellow Judoka, When I look back at my life, my biggest regret is over the forty-six years I was away from judo. I know of no greater sport, and I know of no greater group of people than you. You inspire me with your dedication to judo, and I respect you for your...
Richard Muller, Sensei
Obukan, the USJF, and indeed all of American judo has lost a great judoka with the passing of Richard Muller Sensei. He has been a constant voice of reason for our dojo and for the USJF. A friend, and a mentor, an all around great man. He will be missed. From a...
Japanese American Lives coming to PBS
Olympic gold medalist Kristi Yamaguchi will host a special three episode series Japanese American Lives on PBS. Presented by the Center for Asian American Media (CAAM), the programs will explore the “rich and diverse history of Japanese Americans” with...
Memorial service for Kenji Yamada
Here is the information about the memorial services to be held for Kenji Yamada: Memorial Services will be at 10:30 AM on Friday, May 9, 2014 at: Boys and Girls Club of Bellevue 209-100th Ave NE Bellevue, WA 98004 telephone – 425-454-6162
The Joseph Fitzsimmons Scholarship fund
The application for the Joseph Fitzsimmons Scholarship fund is available in PDF format. Closing for applications is 5pm on 15th July.
Psychology professor coached Judo at Olympic level
David Matsumoto wasn’t interested in the sport of Judo when he first started at seven years old, but being the youngest of three boys, he was expected to follow in their footsteps when his time came. His perseverance in the sport brought him the honor of seventh...
Two interesting videos on youtube
From Edward Szrejter - video on meaning of judo by Dr. Kano This video sums up what Judo is to the Traditionalist Kodokan instructor. Not a condemnation on what others do in the name of Judo however, most often the full term, Kodokan Judo" is not emphasized, only the...
Sensei Eddie Stewart
It is with a sad heart that I report to you the passing of Sensei Eddie Stewart, founder of the Bojuka Ryu Martial Arts Club (1970) this past Friday, March 7th. Like many Sensei, he was a great instructor, role model, a mentor, counselor, and friend. Services will be...
John Pyle
Big John Pyle passed peacefully, surrounded by his family and friends, on Feb. 27, 2014. A memorial celebration will be held at Mountain Life Church in McCall, Idaho, on Saturday March 8, 2014, at 2 p.m. A Celebration of Life reception and pot luck will follow at...
Dan Israel passes IJF-A Referee Exam
On behalf of the USJF Referee Development and Certification Committee, I would like to announce that Dan Israel, long time USJF member and supporter, has passed the IJF-A (International) referee exam in Oberwart, Austria. Congratulations to Dan for this...