From Underdog to Champion: How Vietnam’s Judo Stars Are Overcoming Obstacles to Build a Global Sport Legacy By Daniel Richardson | Editor-in-Chief, Archysport May 30, 2026 • Updated 14:30 UTC In the humid training halls of Hanoi and the competitive arenas of Southeast Asia, Vietnam’s judo athletes are rewriting the narrative of their sport. With … Read more
Madeleine Malonga Returns to Judo After Maternity Leave: A Triumph of Resilience in Sarajevo By Daniel Richardson | May 29, 2026 | Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina Six weeks after giving birth to her daughter, French judoka Madeleine Malonga stepped back onto the tatami at the 2026 European Judo Championships in Sarajevo, defying expectations with a … Read more
Judo’s Rising Star: How Luis’s Grassroots Journey Could Inspire a Generation By Daniel Richardson | Editor-in-Chief, Archysport June 10, 2025 • Updated 14:30 UTC When judo athlete Luis posted on Instagram about needing help to travel to his first international competition, he wasn’t just asking for funds—he was sharing a story that embodies the spirit … Read more
Rising Star: 15-Year-Old Judoka Gaspard Lechevallier Sets Sights on Elite Success In the competitive world of youth judo, consistency is the hallmark of potential. For 15-year-old Gaspard Lechevallier, the mats of the Judo-Club Montagnard have become the proving ground for a career that is rapidly gaining attention. Under the guidance of coach Cédric Hilarion, Lechevallier … Read more
Quimperlé’s Bronze Medal at Brittany Regional Judo Championships Signals New Era for French Grassroots Judo Daniel Richardson June 12, 2024 14 min read QUIMPERLÉ, France — In a tournament where regional dominance often favors established powerhouses, Quimperlé’s bronze medal at the French Judo Federation’s Brittany Regional Championships on June 8 wasn’t just a podium finish—it … Read more
Judo’s Rising Stars: PTSV Hof’s Young Athletes Shine at Germany’s 20th Girls’ Championship By Daniel Richardson | May 28, 2026 | Updated 14:30 UTC HOCHFRANKEN, Germany — In a tournament where precision and mental fortitude separate champions from medalists, two young judoka from PTSV Hof delivered performances that will be studied for years to come. … Read more
Adaptive Judo in Vineuil: France’s Pioneering Program That’s Changing Lives Through Martial Arts Daniel Richardson June 10, 2024 18 min read Vineuil, France — In a quiet corner of the Centre-Val de Loire region, where the Loire River winds through vineyards and historic towns, a revolution in adaptive sports is unfolding. The judo dojo in … Read more
Larbi Benboudaoud: From Olympic Silver to Judo Ambassador When Larbi Benboudaoud steps onto the mat, the weight of history and legacy follows. The French judoka, once a formidable force in the -66 kg division, has carved out a unique role as both a trailblazer and a cultural ambassador for judo. While the phrase “je suis … Read more
High-Performance Lessons: National Judo Coaching Insights in Carentan-les-Marais In the quiet, historic commune of Carentan-les-Marais, the pursuit of sporting excellence recently took center stage as high-level coaching expertise bridged the gap between elite competition and community engagement. While the region is often recognized for its rich heritage, it has increasingly become a touchpoint for the … Read more
Ronda Rousey’s 17-Second Triumph: $2.2 Million Win and a Statement to MMA Ronda Rousey’s 17-Second Triumph: $2.2 Million Win and a Statement to MMA By Daniel Richardson, Editor-in-Chief, Archysport Ronda Rousey, the former UFC women’s bantamweight champion and MMA icon, made a thunderous return to the sport with a record-breaking 17-second victory that earned her … Read more