Sunday 14th December 2008 and several juniors took to the mats at University of Wolverhampton Campus in Walsall for the Midland Area Commemorative Event, an event that honours and remembers those members of Midland Area Judo that are no longer with us.

James Lawrence and Adam Dobbinson both attended a Masterclass given by former World , European and Olympic medallist Neil Adams MBE 8th Dan last weekend. The event was hosted by Lordswood Budokan Judo Club , Birmingham. Both players were invited by Chris Murphy of Budokan to attend.  The content of instruction and technical expertise was as expected , excellent , Adam was used as Uke for a gripping demonstration and later commented ‘it was like trying to grip an immovable object in a judo suit’. Thanks  to Chris for the invite and for 3ks Coach Bill Webb for recommending both to attend.

Congratualtions to Stuart Anderson and Steve Varndell who have both been promoted to 5th Kyu following recent technical gradings at the 3Ks

3k’s Judokas Steve Varndell and Stuart Anderson competed at the Rod Lane Annual Tournament in the novice to 3rd Kyu U-66 and Over 81kgs respectively. Steve in only his second tournament fought well on the day and was rewarded with a bronze medal in his catergory. Stuart,  in his first ever competitive event was progressing well having won his first 2 fights only to lose out to a disqualification , bringing his competition to a premature end. Coach Rob Holden was pleased with both players efforts on the day and the finer points of contest rules will be subject to much discussion in the coming weeks ! Well done to Steve and Stuart, it’s good to see our newer players starting their competitive experience.

Just to let you know that the last Tuesday night judo class will be 9th December 2008. After this there will be the Christmas party on Wednesday 17th December 2008 from 7pm – 9pm, prizes for best fancy dress. All Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday players are welcome and they can bring a friend. Cost is £2 per head for everyone.

Christmas holidays will begin after Thursday night class on the 18th December 2008.
All classes resume from Monday 5th January 2009