ASD Judo Frascati Dominates Coppa Italia CSEN in Pescara

In a commanding display of youth talent and technical precision, ASD Judo Frascati ascended to the top of the podium at the Coppa Italia CSEN in Pescara. The club, based in the Castelli Romani region, secured first place overall in the Esordienti category, cementing its status as one of Italy’s premier hubs for youth judo development.

Led by Maestro Benemerito Nicola Moraci, the squad delivered a clinical performance throughout the competition. The victory was not merely a result of a few standout athletes but a collective effort that saw the club capture seven gold medals and two bronze medals across the Esordienti divisions.

The Esordienti Gold Rush

The path to the overall title was paved by a series of dominant performances in the Esordienti A and B categories. These divisions represent a critical stage in a judoka’s development, where fundamental technique meets the pressure of national-level competition.

In the Esordienti A bracket, the club saw a massive haul of victories. The following athletes were instrumental in securing the club’s gold-medal count:

• Aurora Di Serio
• Valerio De Noe
• Flavio Carillo
• Simone Scacchi
• Giada Tomassi
• Tiziano Glonfoni

The momentum continued into the Esordienti B category, where the depth of the Frascati roster became evident. Top honors were claimed by:

• Emma Feruggio
• Mario Donati
• Sara Di Mauro

For those unfamiliar with the Italian youth sports structure, the “Esordienti” phase is where young athletes transition from basic learning to competitive application. To dominate this category on a national scale suggests a rigorous training regimen and a high level of technical consistency across the entire age group.

Grand Prix Giovanile: Depth Across the Ages

While the Coppa Italia provided the headline victory, ASD Judo Frascati also demonstrated its versatility in the Grand Prix Giovanile CSEN. This event, which caters to the Fanciulli (youngest) and Ragazzi (youth) categories, featured a massive field of over 60 participating societies from across Italy.

Facing a dense field of competition, Frascati secured a prestigious 5th place overall finish. This result underscores the club’s ability to produce competitive athletes across multiple age brackets, rather than relying on a single “golden generation.”

The contributors to the Grand Prix success included:

Categoria Fanciulli: Daniele Ciani, Tiziano Sponza, and Samuel Faruggio.

Categoria Ragazzi: Nina Sveva Caggiano, Flavio Piccari, Ginevra Gori, Viola Ceccacci, Alessandra Curcan, Mattia Percili, Manuel Santucci, and Edoardo Conte.

The Moraci Methodology

The success in Pescara is a direct reflection of the technical leadership provided by Maestro Nicola Moraci. Under his guidance, the ASD Judo Frascati staff has focused on a holistic approach to the sport, blending rigorous physical conditioning with the mental discipline required for high-stakes tournament play.

The club’s ability to secure nine medals in a single event speaks to a standardized level of excellence. In youth sports, it is common to see one or two “star” athletes carry a team; however, Frascati’s broad distribution of medals indicates a systemic success in their coaching pipeline.

This victory reinforces the club’s position within the Tuscan-Roman corridor, proving that their developmental “vivaio” (youth academy) is functioning at an elite level. By consistently placing athletes in the top five of national competitions, the club is creating a sustainable pathway for these athletes to move into senior ranks.

Key Performance Summary

As the club celebrates this triumph in Pescara, the focus now shifts to maintaining this momentum. The transition from youth success to consistent national ranking requires a careful balance of intensity and recovery, a challenge Maestro Moraci and his staff are well-equipped to handle.

With a growing roster of gold medalists and a proven track record in both the Coppa Italia and Grand Prix formats, ASD Judo Frascati is no longer just a local powerhouse—it is a national benchmark for youth judo in Italy.

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