Alex Ntipaden claimed the -81kg gold medal for Judo Samurai at the Policoro tournament held over the weekend of October 25, Vivere Jesi reported. The Italian club delivered a dominant team performance that featured a title-winning run in the men’s division and a historic black belt qualification.
Alex Ntipaden Leads Judo Samurai Gold-Medal Campaign in Policoro
Ntipaden won every match in the -81kg bracket to take first place after months of rigorous training. His performance anchored a successful weekend for the Jesi-based club, which continues to feature prominently in the top-tier Serie A1 national league. Vivere Jesi noted that the club’s success reflects a sustained commitment to its youth development program and daily training regimen.
Giacomo Carosi Earns Competitive Black Belt Promotion
The club’s achievements extended beyond the gold medal as Giacomo Carosi secured his qualification for the coveted competitive black belt (Cintura Nera Agonista) awarded by the FIJLKAM (Federazione Italiana Judo Lotta Karate Arti Marziali). Competing in the -73kg division at the Policoro tatami, Carosi met the strict competitive thresholds required for the promotion, improving his technical and mental skill.
Lammoglia and Rossini Add Depth to Squad
Additional squad members added depth to the Judo Samurai delegation in southern Italy. Olimpia Lammoglia finished seventh in the -63kg category, while Michele Rossini placed ninth in the -81kg division.
Club president Paola Paradisi praised the collective effort of the athletes following the tournament. “The kids train every day with incredible dedication,” Paradisi told Vivere Jesi. “In judo, you fight alone on the tatami, but here we truly do great teamwork, all together. I am extremely proud of them and the milestones we continue to achieve.”
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