UES Hermosillo Judoka Team Wins 12 Medals at Arizona State Open Judo Championship 2026
Hermosillo, Sonora – April 23, 2026 – The Universidad Estatal de Sonora (UES) Hermosillo judo team secured 12 medals at the Arizona State Open Judo Championship 2026 held in Tucson, Arizona, marking a significant achievement in their preparation for the upcoming National University Games.
According to verified reports from local news outlets, the team consisting of current students and alumni captured two gold medals, eight silver medals, and two bronze medals during the international competition.
The delegation included athletes from various academic disciplines: Adriano Cota Christopher (Criminology), Leslie Dayana Vázquez Galdean (Criminology), Julio Alfonso Rodríguez Pérez (Criminology), Saudizareth Topete Gómez (International Trade), Leonel Tadeo Peña Cadena (Physical Therapy), Jorge Luis Aguilar Badilla (Nursing), and Jesús Elian López González (Accounting).
Team coach and sports promoter Pablo Cardozo, responsible for judo development at UES Hermosillo, was highlighted for his instrumental role in the team’s preparation and success.
Individual standout performer Adriano Cota Christopher, a final-semester Criminology student, competed in three weight categories, participated in 15 matches, and earned one gold and two silver medals, establishing himself as a key contributor to the team’s medal count.
Rector Martha Patricia Patiño Fierro publicly acknowledged the athletes’ discipline and dedication, crediting the coaching staff’s efforts and aligning the achievement with Governor Alfonso Durazo Montaño’s vision for youth development in Sonora through sports and academic excellence.
The results contribute to the team’s buildup toward the National University Games organized by ANUIES, demonstrating their competitive readiness and commitment to athletic excellence.
This performance continues UES Hermosillo’s tradition of success in international judo competitions, following previous achievements in events such as the September 2025 Open Judo Championship in Mesa, Arizona, where the team earned multiple gold and silver medals across various weight classes.
The Arizona State Open Judo Championship 2026 serves as an important preparatory competition for the UES Hermosillo judo program as they aim to maintain and build upon their competitive edge in national and international university sports.
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