During the holidays I visited Japan and got to compete in the Sanix 2018 International Juvenile Judo Team Championships as well as the Taisei Cup. I competed as an individual and on a team with the help of coaches Harun Bogdanic, Sensei Saito, and Sensei Takahashi....
First off, I would like to say I’m blessed beyond measure for being giving this incredibly opportunity. My trip to Japan was truly an eye-opening Experience for me filled with Historic culture, top notch Judo randori and competition and the unforgettable people...
Looking back, I’m extremely thankful for Saito sensei’s words of encouragement to join the Sanix delegation and in turn, altering my winter comfort routine into a meaningful experience. Most of my travel outcomes in the past have been centered on the individual(s)...
I would like to start by just saying “Wow! What a great first international experience!” Not only did I get to spend and entire week doing judo in Japan, but the cultural experience was like no other. I was extremely impressed with Japan and its customs....
My trip to Japan was filled with valuable learning experiences, great judo and an abundance of fun. The opportunity to compete against countries around the globe, make new friends and learn from one of the world’s top competitors is one I will always remember. Not...
2018 SANIX/TASIEI Report To summarize the 2018 SANIX/TAISEI CUP trip in one page would be nearly impossible. It was such an amazing and unique experience and I can’t thank my Sensei, Mr. Noboru Saito enough for making it possible for me to come on as a part of the U.S...
