by Stilman Davis | Jan 9, 2023 | Obituary
It has been almost 3 years since Haruo had passed away from pancreatic cancer on February 12, 2020. See Makimoto Sensei’s obituary here. As you know, we had to postpone his memorial service in 2020 due to Covid 19. A Memorial Service for Haruo Makimoto will take place...
by Mitchell Palacio | Nov 30, 2022 | Administration News
Junior Rank Requirements Structure and Content of the Junior Rank Promotion Requirements The Presidential Ad Hoc Committee truly appreciates all of the hard work, efforts, and products of those that have served in this capacity before us. It is sincerely our hope...
by Mitchell Palacio | Oct 28, 2022 | Gallery
The 2022 USJF Fall Meeting and Legacy of Tradition Gallery is a gathering that epitomizes the rich tapestry of tradition within the United States Judo Federation (USJF). This event serves as a nexus where leaders converge to celebrate the enduring legacy of judo. The...
by Stilman Davis | Oct 13, 2022 | News, Obituary
Dorothy Marie (Eichner) Tamai, age 82, from Landover, Maryland passed away peacefully in her home on Wednesday, September 28. Dottie was born and raised in Glenshaw, in the north hills of Pittsburgh, PA to Eugene and Marie (Blaha) Eichner. She was preceded in death by...
by Mitchell Palacio | Oct 12, 2022 | Covid-19
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by Mitchell Palacio | Aug 11, 2022 | Webinar Series
James Bregman Arguably the first and best-known American judo icon, Jim Bregman has devoted his life to the sport as a competitor, teacher, and administrator. A member of the USA’s first Olympic judo team and Bronze medal winner, World Championship medalist, Pan...
by Mitchell Palacio | Jun 12, 2022 | Webinar Series
Few American judoka can claim careers comparable to that of Hector Estevez. His incredible record of competition, from its beginnings in Cuba all the way to earning his place as an Olympian, has been followed by an equally impressive rise through the top ranks...
by Stilman Davis | May 15, 2022 | Class of 2022, Lifetime Achievement Award Class
The Imadas © 2022 United States Judo Federation (all rights reserved) Nomination from Maximillian Rayner, President, Central Coast Judo Association It is my honor to recommend not just an individual, but a couple for the USJF Lifetime Achievement Award. Vaughn and...
by Stilman Davis | May 15, 2022 | Class of 2022, Lifetime Achievement Award Class
Andor Paposi-Jobb Inducted 2022 Nomination from Roy Englert, President Shufu Yudanshakai Nomination of Dr. Andor Paposi-Jobb Submitted by Roy Englert, Shufu President, with the concurrence of Miki Takemori, who will become Shufu President April 1, 2022 Born in late...
by Stilman Davis | May 15, 2022 | Class of 2022, Hall of Fame Class
© 2022 USJF all rights reserved Brian Olson inducted in 2010 © 2022 USJF all rights reserved Professional Summary My work ethic and professionalism were forged from the many years of training and competing as a 4-time Olympian. I am extremely adaptable in all of my...
