SouthWest Judo Academy enjoyed a successful day at the 2026 Judo Ryu WA Open Championships, held at Fremantle PCYC on Sunday, 23 August 2026.
Twelve SouthWest athletes joined a field of 98 competitors from nine Western Australian clubs, testing themselves across divisions ranging from Under 9 through to veterans.
The team produced some excellent judo throughout the day, returning home with an impressive 11 medals—seven gold, one silver and three bronze.
SouthWest Results
Gold
- Luke James Phillips — Under 9 Boys & Girls, Under 28kg
- Aria Phillips — Under 9 Boys & Girls, Under 28kg
- Freddy John Wall — Under 11 Boys, Under 35kg
- Kieron Nae — Under 11 Boys, Over 55kg
- Lily Humfrey — Under 15 Girls, Under 52kg
- Uno Javier — Junior Men, Under 66kg
- Carl Rathbone — Senior Men, Under 81kg
Silver
- Carl Gassner — Under 11 Boys, Under 45kg
Bronze
- Hauke Gassner — Under 9 Boys & Girls, Under 25kg
- Ralph Caputo — Under 13 Boys, Under 66kg
- Isaac Johannes Salzmann — Under 15 Boys, Under 73kg
Kent Caputo also proudly represented SouthWest in the Veteran Men Under 73kg division.
Every athlete who stepped onto the mat demonstrated courage, determination and great team spirit. Regardless of the final result, each contest provided another valuable opportunity to gain experience, build confidence and continue developing their judo.
Thank you to Sensei Jacob and Sensei John for coaching and supporting the SouthWest team throughout the championships.
SouthWest Judo Academy also extends its sincere appreciation to the Tichelaar family and the entire Judo Ryu WA team for the considerable work involved in organising and delivering another terrific competition.
View photos from the 2026 Judo Ryu WA Open Championships.
