The Compostela Judo Club secured a commanding performance at the inaugural round of the Liga Gallega Rías Altas, earning a total of 20 medals. The club’s young judokas claimed six gold, seven silver, and seven bronze medals at the event held in Cambre, Diario de Santiago reported.
Competitive Debut in Cambre
The tournament took place on Saturday, November 7, at the Pabellón Polideportivo Sofía Toro in Cambre. The competition featured approximately 500 young judoka participants from various regions of Galicia, Castilla y León, and Portugal. Athletes were divided into four age categories: prebenjamín, benjamín, alevín, and infantil, ensuring a high volume of competitive bouts across the day.
Gold Medalists Lead the Way
The Compostela Judo Club’s six gold medalists were Sara González, Inés G. Amado, Iago González, Julia Rivadas, Clara Toja, and Marco Ramos. Each athlete won their respective category, demonstrating the club’s depth and talent across the weight classes and age groups.
Strong Showing in Silver and Bronze
Seven silver medals were won by Candela Villaverde, Nico Arufe, Vega Justo, Antía Bardanca, Carlos Requeijo, Hugo Figueroa, and Paula Castro. The club also secured seven bronze medals, claimed by Hugo Ramos, Pablo Rubio, Pablo Gómez, Gabriel Ríos, Leo Villaverde, Naiara Jiménez, and Gael Bujan.
A Positive Start to the Season
The 20-medal haul marks a successful beginning for the Compostela Judo Club in the Liga Gallega Rías Altas. The results highlight the effectiveness of the club’s training programs for its base categories and its growing presence in regional judo competitions. The event provided crucial experience for the young athletes as they continue their competitive development.
Next Steps for the Club
The next round of the Liga Gallega Rías Altas is scheduled for a future date, with the Compostela Judo Club aiming to build on this strong start. The club will continue to focus on the growth of its young judokas as the season progresses.
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