The municipal delegation of Parral secured the team title at the 2026 CONADE State Judo Olympiad held in Ciudad Juárez, capturing a total of 50 medals and 34 national qualifications, according to reports from the municipal government led by Mayor Salvador Calderón Aguirre and the Municipal Sports Institute of Parral (INMUDEPA).
Parral Dominates State Judo Competition in Ciudad Juárez
Parral asserted its standing as a premier powerhouse in regional martial arts during the 2026 CONADE State Judo Olympiad hosted in Ciudad Juárez. Municipal authorities reported that the delegation finished at the summit of the team standings after accumulating 50 total medals.
The stellar performance on the tatami translated into 23 gold medals, 11 silver medals, and 16 bronze medals. Beyond the podium finishes, the contingent secured 34 direct qualifications to the upcoming national championships, underscoring a high level of technical proficiency and rigorous preparation among the state’s rising competitors.
Club Contributions and Coaching Leadership
The historic medal haul was driven by athletes representing the local clubs Judo Kan Parral and Judo González. According to municipal sports officials, the tireless discipline and commitment shown by competitors from both organizations reinforced a deep-rooted winning tradition that consistently establishes Parral as one of the most productive talent incubators.
Local administration officials specifically recognized the vital contributions of coaches José Andrés Martínez and Gabriel González. Their technical expertise, steady guidance, and daily oversight on the mat were cited as fundamental pillars in the athletic development and competitive success of the local judokas.
Path Forward to National Championships
With the state phase successfully concluded, the focus for Parral’s qualified athletes shifts toward national competition. The municipal administration and INMUDEPA confirmed that the qualified judokas will advance to represent the region at the upcoming national phases scheduled to take place in Tlaxcala and Guadalajara.
Local sports leadership reiterated its ongoing commitment to backing youth sports initiatives as a vital engine for community development, extending formal encouragement to all athletes preparing for the national stage.
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