Cordoba Judo Team Claims Victory at National Veterans Championship
The Cordoba delegation showcased exceptional skill and determination at the National Apertura Veterans Championship, held in Río Cuarto, Argentina. The team secured first place in the medal table, demonstrating their dominance in the sport.
Impressive Medal Count
The Cordoba team amassed an impressive total of 11 gold medals and 4 silver medals, outperforming all other participating provinces. The tournament took place at the main gymnasium of the National University of Río Cuarto.
Key Performers
Several athletes stood out during the competition. Agustín Acosta of the Alfredo Acosta Comprehensive Judo Center in San Francisco earned a gold medal in the M1-81 category (1995, Black Belt).
- Agustín Acosta (Alfredo Acosta Comprehensive Judo Center – San Francisco): M1-81 (1995, Black Belt)
- Miguel Ramirez (Espacio Costanera – Córdoba): M2-81 (1987, Black Belt)
- Matias Del Sol (Municipal – Villa María): M4+100 (1978, Black Belt)
- Joel Castro (Municipal Judo – Villa María): M4-60 (1977, Black Belt)
- Sergio Alba (Italian Center – Villa Carlos Paz): M6-100 (1967, Black Belt)
- Ramon Salva (Espacio Costanera – Córdoba): M6-60 (1967, Black Belt)
- Rafael Iron Busts (Espacio Costanera – Córdoba): M7-73 (1966, Black Belt)
- Gabriel Pérez (Espacio Costanera – Córdoba): M7-90 (1965, Black Belt)
- José Morales (Espacio Costanera – Córdoba): M8-73 (1961, Black Belt)
- Emiliano VN (Espacio Costanera – Córdoba): M1-66 (1989, Orange Belt)
- Mariano Pérez (Baduy Judo Team – Río Cuarto): M1-81 (1996, Yellow Belt)
- Celeste Roldan (Baduy Judo Team – Río Cuarto): VNF+78 (1990, Yellow Belt)
- Lucia Cerolini (Baduy Judo Team – Río Cuarto): VNF-63 (1992, White-Yellow Belt)
- Santiago Galetto (Baduy Judo Team – Río Cuarto): VNM1+100 (1989, Yellow Belt)
- Exequiel Baez (Espacio Costanera – Córdoba): VNM2-81 (1978, Orange Belt)
Additional Successes
Agustín Acosta too achieved a significant victory at the National Master Championship held in Río Cuarto on Saturday, winning the gold medal in the category up to 81 kilograms. Damián Ribodino secured a bronze medal in the category up to 90 kilograms.
Looking Ahead
The Cordoba Judo Federation’s performance underscores the growing strength of the sport in the province. This victory is expected to inspire further participation and development within the judo community.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Where was the championship held? The championship was held in Río Cuarto, Argentina, at the National University of Río Cuarto.
- How many gold medals did Cordoba win? Cordoba won 11 gold medals.
- Who won the national master championship in the up to 81 kg category? Agustín Acosta won the national master championship in the up to 81 kg category.
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