The Centro Provincial de Alto Rendimiento Deportivo (Cepard) in Posadas serves as the venue for the 2026 National Veterans Judo Championship, a tournament gathering approximately 200 athletes from across Argentina. Competition began today at 9:00 a.m. local time and is scheduled to conclude at 8:00 p.m., with the primary indoor sports complex serving as the event’s epicenter.
Judokas from Diverse Regions Compete in Various Categories
Organized by the Misiones Judo Federation, the championship features judokas representing diverse regions, including delegations from Córdoba, Río Negro, Neuquén, Tucumán, Mendoza, Santa Fe, Jujuy, Santiago del Estero, Corrientes, Buenos Aires, Catamarca, Chubut, Entre Ríos, Santa Cruz, La Rioja, and La Pampa. The competition is divided into several specific age and skill brackets, including Veterans M4 through M9, Veterans F1 through F9, Veterans M1 through M3, and a category for novice veterans.
Local representation remains strong, with competitors hailing from several regional dojos: Senhi, Federación Misionera, Samurai, Bushido, Instituto Galeano, Tokio, Matsumura, JCO, and Soralem. Athletes completed the required accreditation and weigh-in procedures yesterday at the Cepard Combat Sports Center, clearing them for today’s matches.
Provincial Government and Judo Bodies Support the Event
The Misiones Judo Federation credited the event’s realization to the cooperation of the Argentine Judo Confederation, the Veterans Judo Secretariat, and the Misiones provincial government via the Ministry of Sports. By providing the facilities at the Cepard, provincial sports officials aimed to centralize the event in a venue specifically equipped for high-performance combat sports.
The tournament represents a significant gathering for experienced practitioners, blending athletic competition with a long-standing commitment to the discipline. Official proceedings include an opening ceremony scheduled for 12:00 p.m. local time.
National Veterans Judo Championship Takes Place in Posadas
The 2026 National Veterans Judo Championship operates on a single-day schedule, with matches continuing through the evening hours in Posadas.
| Event Component | Status |
|---|---|
| Venue | Cepard (Posadas, Misiones) |
| Expected Attendance | Approximately 200 competitors |
The event serves as part of a broader effort to consolidate the national competition calendar within Misiones, marking another instance of the province hosting a tournament of this scale following previous regional and national athletic gatherings.
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