SouthWest Judo Academy proudly celebrated a successful weekend at the 2024 Perth International Open, with outstanding performances from our dedicated members. The competition was fierce, but our judoka rose to the challenge, showcasing their skills, determination, and sportsmanship.
Here are the highlights from the tournament:
🥇 Gold Medalists:
- Kayla Nae – Under 15 Girls / Over 63kg / Experienced
🥈 Silver Medalists:
- James Taylor – Under 13 Boys / Under 38kg / Experienced
- Nate Stevens – Under 15 Boys / Under 66kg / Novice
- Emileka Aiesi – Cadet Women / Under 63kg / Experienced
- Emileka Aiesi – Junior Women / Under 63kg / Experienced
- Shane Rigby – Senior Men / Under 90kg / Experienced
- Joshua Buck – Kyu Grade Senior Men / Under 73kg / Experienced
🥉 Bronze Medalists:
- Kieron Nae – Combined Under 9 & Under 11 Boys / Under 50kg / Novice
- Thomas Knights – Senior Men / Under 66kg / Experienced
- Cody Robinson – Kyu Grade Senior Men / Under 73kg / Experienced
- Emileka Aiesi – Kyu Grade Senior Women / Under 57kg
A special shout-out also goes to Lilly Taylor, Hunter Kruger, Cody Robinson, and Joshua Buck for their strong efforts and determination on the mat.
Whether or not our judoka brought home a medal, every tournament experience contributes to their growth as athletes. We are immensely proud of the effort and heart displayed by all our members this weekend.
Thank you to our coaches, volunteers, and supporters for making this success possible. Go Team SouthWest! 🌟
