Passing of Toshiaki Inouye
Toshiaki Inouye peacefully passed away on September 29, 2009. Inouye Sensei was born on March 9, 1925, in Hilo, Hawaii. His lifelong pursuit of Judo began at the age of 9 in 1934. He received the rank of Shodan on November 10, 1941 at the age 16. On April 5,...
2009 Athlete Scholar of the Year awarded at USJF Nationals (update)
Congratulations to all those who were eligible and took the time to apply for the Athlete Scholar of the Year award and scholarships. This competition continues to grow and develop as our USJF members recognize the value and importance of education. With...
Ronda Rousey Clinic after USJF Junior Nationals!
After the USJF Junior National Judo Championships What's the best way to unwind after a hectic national event? – Attending the two day Ronda Rousey Judo clinic in the beautiful dojo at City College of San Francisco Judo Club. Earlier in the afternoon we started...
Celebration of Life for Dr. Sachio Ashida
Brockport: Sachio Ashida, Ph.D. Dr. Sachio Ashida passed away with dignity on June 22, 2009. A celebration of the life and accomplishments of Dr. Ashida will be hosted by his daughters, Margaret Ashida and Janet Ashida Johnson on Sunday, August 2, 2009 from...
2009 USJF Nationals Special Awards
Congratulations to all the recipients of the special awards at this years USJF Nationals. It was difficult to select the award winners as the judo was very good and continues to improve. Congratulations as all your work and training has made you...
Three Receive Batsugun Promotions at USJF Junior, Youth, Team, & Kata National Championships
Congratulations to the following competitors for receiving their shodan for their performance July 11 - 12, 2009 at City College of San Francisco. Flora Ziprin, CA Spencer Augustine, CA Giovante Ortiz, CA Batsugun Shodan Promotion: At USJF Junior, Youth, Team,...
Jeremy Glick Award to Mr. John Anderson
At the 2009 USJF Nationals at City College of San Francisco, Mr. John Anderson was awarded the 2009 Jeremy Glick Memorial Spirit of Judo Award. The award is named in honor of Jeremy Glick who tragically gave his life in the plane crash on 9/11. Many people were in awe...
Obituary for Dr. Sachio Ashida
Ashida, Sachio Ph.D. Brockport, NY Dr. Ashida passed away with dignity on June 22, 2009. Predeceased by his parents Giichiro and Yoshie Ashida, brothers Tadao and Masao, and his beloved wife Ellie. He is survived by his daughters Margaret Ashida and Janet...
Rusty Kanokogi Grant Info – UPDATED6/24/09
UPDATED - 6/24/09 Application deadline is September 30, 2009. Please check the website using the link below for more details and updated information....
Grassroots Judo™ Webpage Up
The new Grassroots Judo™ webpage is up. General information and the point rosters for 2008 are available for downloading. Please add this URL to your bookmarks: http://www.usja-judo.org/GrassRoots/ Thank you very much for your continued support of the USJF...