Over 120 Children Participate in TSG Backnang Judo Club Championships
More than 120 children took part in the recent club championships hosted by TSG Backnang Schwerathletik 1920 e.V. At the Backnanger Dojo, marking one of the largest youth turnouts in the club’s history for its internal judo competition.
The event, held on April 17, 2026, brought together young judoka from various age groups to compete in a supportive environment focused on experience and development rather than solely on medals, according to official club communications.
TSG Backnang Schwerathletik 1920 e.V., based in Backnang, Germany, operates as a multi-sport club with over 500 members across departments including judo, ju-jutsu, tai-chi, yoga, sport acrobatics, weightlifting and strength athletics. The judo department specifically offers both performance and recreational training pathways.
The club confirmed that the championships emphasized valuable competition experience for participants, aligning with its broader mission to support the personal, health, and athletic development of its members, particularly children entrusted to its care.
This youth event followed closely after another significant milestone for the club: the European Championship debut of 20-year-old Sara-Joy Bauer, also announced on April 17, 2026. Bauer’s appearance at the continental stage represented a personal achievement and highlighted the club’s success in developing elite athletes.
TSG Backnang has a documented history of producing national and international judo talent. The club states it produced Backnang’s first Olympic judoka, Michaela Baschin, who competed in 2008. This was followed by Katharina Menz, who won bronze for Germany in the mixed-team event at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics (held in 2021) and later secured world championship silver in 2022.
the club notes that its women’s judo team became the first German team to win a Bundesliga title in an Olympic sport in 2017, a feat they have since repeated four times. In other disciplines, the club celebrated a junior world championship title in bench press by Christian Rupp in 2022.
The Backnanger Dojo, located at Rötlensweg 8/1 in Backnang, serves as the primary training and competition venue for the judo department. The facility hosts regular training sessions, belt gradings, and internal tournaments throughout the year.
As part of its ongoing commitment to safety and quality, TSG Backnang Schwerathletik 1920 e.V. Reported that it was developing its own protection concept, with the first section expected to be completed by early 2026. The club is certified by both the German Judo Federation (Deutscher Judo Bund e.V.) and the Württemberg Judo Association (Württembergischer Judo Verband e.V.).
The April 17 championships contributed to a busy period for the club, which had previously hosted the International Bremen Masters in late March 2026, where Ivan Begic won gold in the over 90 kg category for the U18 division. Earlier that month, the club’s women’s team began their Bundesliga season with a home match against VfL Sindelfingen on March 28, 2026.
Looking ahead, the club continues to offer beginner courses and regular training opportunities for individuals interested in judo and related disciplines, maintaining its role as a central hub for martial arts and fitness in the Backnang region.
For updates on upcoming events, training schedules, or membership information, interested individuals are encouraged to consult the club’s official channels directly.
The next confirmed checkpoint for TSG Backnang Schwerathletik 1920 e.V. Judo activities is the continuation of regular training and preparation for upcoming regional and national competitions, with specific dates to be announced through official club communications.
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