2+ mon, 5+ day ago  (381+ words) In an open and honest conversation, Malloy reflects on her journey from elite athlete to sports professional, sharing insights into her life at the highest level of judo and her current role contributing to the development of sport in the…...

3+ mon, 2+ week ago  (384+ words) Competing for Canada meant constant exposure to grand slams, masters and world championships, experience she was unlikely to have gained otherwise. "I got stronger, a better fighter because I joined Canada." Joining Team Canada also placed her in a rare…...

4+ day, 19+ hour ago  (1214+ words) The last final block of the IBSA tour before the Paralympic Games qualification opens for the Los Angeles Paralympic Games was ready to go and promised high level thrilling contests. Larissa Silva (BRA) was the number one seed but she…...

4+ day, 12+ hour ago  (197+ words) I'm a J1 athlete but have a tiny, tiny amount of vision in a small spot in my left eye. My brain does clever things, using that spot to extrapolate." Maysa speaks openly about her life, her sight and judo. Maysa…...

5+ day, 21+ hour ago  (478+ words) Chairman of the Committee for Sports and Physical Culture of the Ministry of Tourism and Sports of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Mr Ruslan Bakytuly Yessenalin opened proceedings, "Dear sports fans, dear guests, I am glad to see you in Astana!...

6+ day, 2+ hour ago  (127+ words) On day 1 there will be three women's category's and four men's categories in contention. These medals and ranking points are significant as the final jostling of position leads into the opening of the Paralympic qualification period in just a few…...

6+ day, 3+ hour ago  (232+ words) I always knew this day would come but l never expected to feel so many emotions when it did. After the Olympic Games in Paris, I decided to move up a category to chase a fire that was no longer there....

6+ day, 15+ hour ago  (268+ words) On this occasion, the president of the International Judo Federation, Marius Vizer, had the honour of meeting His Excellency Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, the President of the Republic of Kazakhstan, who personally attended the opening day of competition (cover image). At the…...

6+ day, 17+ hour ago  (335+ words) The programme began with a live performance of "Men Qazaqstan Balasy" sung by Erkebulan Bauyrzhan which was followed by a video showing the judo journey of Olympic and world champion Yeldos Smetov. This led into the announcement that Yeldos would…...

8+ mon, 1+ week ago  (352+ words) The event, held at Zaria Court in Kigali, brought together more than 60 young judoka, coaches, media representatives and dignitaries for an afternoon of inspiration, mentorship and empowerment. Special emphasis was placed on encouraging women and girls to embrace the values…...