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Richard Muller, Sensei
Obukan, the USJF, and indeed all of American judo has lost a great judoka with the passing of Richard Muller Sensei. He has been a constant voice of reason for our dojo and for the USJF. A friend, and a mentor, an all around great man. He will be missed. From a...
Japanese American Lives coming to PBS
Olympic gold medalist Kristi Yamaguchi will host a special three episode series Japanese American Lives on PBS. Presented by the Center for Asian American Media (CAAM), the programs will explore the “rich and diverse history of Japanese Americans” with...
Memorial service for Kenji Yamada
Here is the information about the memorial services to be held for Kenji Yamada: Memorial Services will be at 10:30 AM on Friday, May 9, 2014 at: Boys and Girls Club of Bellevue 209-100th Ave NE Bellevue, WA 98004 telephone – 425-454-6162
The Joseph Fitzsimmons Scholarship fund
The application for the Joseph Fitzsimmons Scholarship fund is available in PDF format. Closing for applications is 5pm on 15th July.
Psychology professor coached Judo at Olympic level
David Matsumoto wasn’t interested in the sport of Judo when he first started at seven years old, but being the youngest of three boys, he was expected to follow in their footsteps when his time came. His perseverance in the sport brought him the honor of seventh...
Two interesting videos on youtube
From Edward Szrejter - video on meaning of judo by Dr. Kano This video sums up what Judo is to the Traditionalist Kodokan instructor. Not a condemnation on what others do in the name of Judo however, most often the full term, Kodokan Judo" is not emphasized, only the...
| Date | Event | Yudanshakai | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | Goshin Jutsu Clinic | Central Coast | |
| Jan 09, 2027 | 2027 Western Idaho Judo Institute New Year's Clini | Daiheigen | ✉ Michael Eldred |
| Jan 09, 2027 | 2027 Winter Nationals Hosted by NANKA | Nanka | ✉ |
| 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 |
