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Passing of Rena (Rusty) Kanokogi – UPDATED 11/23/09

Nov 19, 2009 | Obituary

Hello Everyone, It is with very heavy hearts and tremendous sadness that we inform everyone that Rusty Kanokogi passed away this morning, Saturday, November 21, 2009. We will distribute news and announcements as we receive it. Thank you....

Passing of Toshiaki Inouye

Oct 13, 2009 | Obituary

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...

2009 Athlete Scholar of the Year awarded at USJF Nationals (update)

Aug 15, 2009 | Scholarship & Grants

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...

Ronda Rousey Clinic after USJF Junior Nationals!

Aug 5, 2009 | Articles

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...

Celebration of Life for Dr. Sachio Ashida

Jul 20, 2009 | Obituary

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,...

Three Receive Batsugun Promotions at USJF Junior, Youth, Team, & Kata National Championships

Jul 12, 2009 | Articles

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...

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Oct 18, 2026	2026 Fresno Judo Club Invitational	San Joaquin	✉ Hannah Tsutsui
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Oct 24, 2026	17th Annual Paul Owen Memorial Judo Tournament	Chicago	✉ Ron Hulshizer (402) 617-9782
Oct 24, 2026	Nanka Shorai Program 2026-2027 - South Bay Judo	Nanka	✉ James Uno (323) 793-2151
Oct 24, 2026	Kodokan Goshin Jutsu Clinic	Hokusei	✉ Alan Best (541) 345-0684
Oct 25, 2026	Ju no Kata Clinic	Hokusei	✉ Allan Best (541) 345-0684
Oct 25, 2026	2026 PSJA Fall Novice Tournament	Pacific Southwest	✉ Ryan Rubis
Oct 31, 2026	Shufu Yudanshakai Promotional Testing	Shufu	✉ Kevin Tamai
Nov 07, 2026	Nanka Shorai Program 2026-2027 - Valley Judo Insti	Nanka	✉ James Uno (323) 793-2151
Nov 08, 2026	2026 Shufu North Junior/Senior Promotional Event	Shufu	✉ Miki Takemori
Nov 08, 2026	Warriors Quest 50th SJA Judo Tournament hosted by	50th State	✉
Nov 14, 2026	Winter Ju No Kata Clinic	50th State	✉ Mark Langberg
Nov 14, 2026	JBBAH Kata Exam	Hawaii	✉ Gary Hashiro (808) 721-5881
Nov 14, 2026	PSJA Goshin Jutsu Seminar	Pacific Southwest	✉ Bruce Knight (619) 368-9812
Nov 14, 2026	Koshin Jutsu Clinic	Central Coast
Jan 09, 2027	2027 Western Idaho Judo Institute New Year's Clini	Daiheigen	✉ Michael Eldred
Jan 16, 2027	Seiwakan PNW Kata Clinic	Hokusei	✉ Bennet Frech
Feb 21, 2027	Konan Promotional	Konan	Peter Stanek (989) 330-0072
Feb 26, 2027	5th Annual Kata Clinic with Sensei Shepherd	Chicago	✉ John Bailey