Hello everyone, It’s been awhile since I’ve written a blog post and I figured what better way to get back into the swing of things than to write about the current state of judo in the United States. For those of you who don’t know, judo is a Japanese martial art that was created in…

Have you ever wondered what the difference is between the United States Judo Association and USA Judo? Well, you’re not alone. Many people are confused by the two organizations and their respective roles in the sport of judo. The United States Judo Association is the national governing body for judo in the United States. It…

The Judo Olympics are coming up soon, and with them comes the age-old question: how old do you have to be to compete? The answer, as it turns out, depends on which category you’re competing in. Here’s a quick guide to the different age categories in the Judo Olympics. The Different Age Categories in The…

“Judo” means “gentle way” in Japanese, and it is an appropriate name for a sport that values respect and self-control. Though it may not look like it at first glance, judo is a very strategic and tactical sport. In order to win, you must be able to outthink and out maneuver your opponent. Judo was…

It’s the oldest rivalry in the Judo Olympics: Islam vs Israel. And it’s a conflict that shows no signs of abating. The two countries have been at odds for centuries, and as the world’s two premier Judo Olympic powerhouses, their rivalry has only intensified. The conflict reached a fever pitch at the 2016 Judo Olympics,…

The Olympics are a time for athletes to come together and compete on the world’s stage. For some, it’s a chance to prove they’re the best in their sport. For others, it’s an opportunity to represent their country. And for a few, it’s both. Judo was added to the Olympic program at the 1964 Tokyo…

Making it to the Olympics is no easy feat. It takes years of training, dedication, and passion. But if you’re lucky enough to make it there, the experience is truly unforgettable. Judo is one of those sports that often gets overlooked. But if you’re determined to make it to the Olympics in judo, here’s what…

The Olympics are finally here! And with them, of course, comes the much-anticipated judo schedule. So what channel is judo on for the Olympics? Here’s a breakdown of where and when you can catch all the judo action: Thursday, August 9th Women’s 60kg preliminaries – NBC Sports Network, 3:00pm ET Men’s 66kg preliminaries – NBC…

The junior olympics judo will not be televised on ESPN. The network released a statement saying, “We have no interest in airing junior olympics judo. We feel that it is a sport that is too violent and does not have enough appeal to a mainstream audience.” What is The Junior olympics judo The junior olympics…