Conegliano European Open 2025 - Conegliano, Italy

Italy Lights Up Day One of the European Open

The opening day of the Conegliano European Open 2025 saw action from the lighter men’s weight categories: -60kg, -66kg, and -73kg. It was a day of mixed emotions and intense contests, capped off with a double celebration for the host nation, Italy, who struck gold in two divisions. In the…

8 November 2025

World Championships Veterans 2025 - Paris, France

Europe Shines at the Veteran World Judo Championships in Paris

The 2025 Veteran World Judo Championships concluded with an unforgettable display of skill, passion, and camaraderie in Paris, where a total of 2,316 judoka from 64 nations took to the tatami between 3–7 November. The host nation, France, topped the overall medal table in dominant fashion, earning 26 gold, 35…

8 November 2025

Györ "Millennium Team" Cadet European Cup 2025 - Györ, Hungary

Discovering New Talents at the Cadet European Cup in Győr

Two Cadet European Cups remain on the calendar this year, and the penultimate one takes place this weekend in Győr, Hungary. It has been a long and exciting tour that began in February in Genoa and will conclude on 23 November in Thessaloniki, Greece. Győr is a familiar name on…

8 November 2025

Open European Adapted Judo Championships 2025 - Conegliano, Italy

“It is not just words, it is something real..."

Under the soft light filtering through the Italian spring sky, the tatami in Conegliano became a stage not just for competition, but for courage, friendship, and the unyielding spirit of inclusion. The Open European Adapted Judo Championships 2025 and the Conegliano Adapted Judo Tournament have officially drawn to a close,…

7 November 2025

Open European Adapted Judo Championships 2025 - Conegliano, Italy

A Father’s Dream Fulfilled: A 9th Dan in Memory of Bernardino De Carlo

The opening ceremony of the Open European Adapted Judo Championships 2025 in Conegliano was filled with energy and pride. Yet, amid the bright lights and celebration, there came a moment that stilled the arena, a moment of profound emotion and remembrance. Dr Tóth László, President of the European Judo Union,…

7 November 2025

Open European Adapted Judo Championships 2025 - Conegliano, Italy

A Place of Hope and Humanity: Inside La Nostra Famiglia of Conegliano

In the heart of Conegliano, Italy, stands an institution that radiates quiet strength and compassion: La Nostra Famiglia. Here, children and young people with disabilities are not defined by their conditions but by their potential. At the centre of this remarkable place is Gabriele Martini, the coordinator of the team…

7 November 2025

Open European Adapted Judo Championships 2025 - Conegliano, Italy

New European Champions Crowned

The second edition of the Open European Adapted Judo Championships 2025 came to a heartfelt close in Conegliano, Italy, where the Prealpi Sanbiagio Arena echoed with cheers, pride and the spirit of inclusion. New continental champions were crowned after a day of unforgettable performances, marking yet another milestone in the…

7 November 2025

Conegliano Adapted Judo Tournament 2025

Live Stream: Conegliano Adapted Judo Tournament

We are delighted to announce that the Conegliano Adapted Judo Tournament 2025 will be streamed live for all judo fans to enjoy! Don’t miss the chance to witness something inspiring with a remarkable spirit from all judoka across Europe and beyond. Follow the competition details and live stream here: JudoManager Portal.

7 November 2025

Open European Adapted Judo Championships 2025 - Conegliano, Italy

A New First Time

On the eve of the divisioning of the Open European Adapted Judo Championships 2025, we sat down with Roberta Chyurlia, Olympic referee and head of referee education for FIJLKAM (Italian Judo Federation). Passionate about continuous learning and development, Roberta encouraged local referees to attend the event to learn, experience, and…

6 November 2025

Open European Adapted Judo Championships 2025 - Conegliano, Italy

Live Stream: Open Adapted Judo Europeans

We are delighted to announce that the Open European Adapted Judo Championships 2025 will be streamed live for all judo fans to enjoy! Don’t miss the chance to witness something inspiring with a remarkable spirit from all judoka across Europe and beyond. Follow the competition details and live stream here:…

6 November 2025

Erasmus +

Safe Combat Project Recognised as Best Presentation at the European Sport Congress 2025

The SAFE COMBAT project has been awarded the Best Presentation at the European Sport Congress 2025, held in Lille, France. The winning presentation was delivered by Renata Falcão, a researcher at Thomas More University of Applied Sciences (Belgium), who represented the project consortium, including the European Judo Union (EJU) as…

6 November 2025

Open European Adapted Judo Championships 2025 - Conegliano, Italy

“We Opened the World for Him”

The sports hall is all squeak and murmur: soft tatami underfoot, the rustle of white gi, a referee’s palm cutting the air. On the tatami, a tall young man with a shy smile bows, steps forward, and takes his grip. This is Bence. He attends the adapted judo events with…

6 November 2025

Erasmus +

DATA Project Team at the European Sport Congress 2025 in Lille

The Erasmus+ DATA – Digital Administrative and Training Assistant project team is currently attending the European Sport Congress 2025, held in Lille, France, on 4–5 November. Representatives from all partner organisations are present at the event, joining hundreds of experts, practitioners, and policymakers to explore innovation and digital transformation in…

4 November 2025

Open European Adapted Judo Championships 2025 - Conegliano, Italy

Parents’ Testimonies Through ‘The Gentle Way’ of Healing

When you attend an adapted judo event, it feels like stepping into a living storybook, surrounded by the characters of countless real-life stories. Everywhere you look, their journeys unfold before your eyes, stories with many chapters shaped by endless doctor appointments, small daily victories, and the constant battle to move…

4 November 2025

Judo For Children

November: Courtesy

By showcasing the fundamental values of judo and the concept of Jita Kyoei, the European Judo Union continues its monthly series that underscores the importance of these principles beyond the tatami. This initiative seeks to weave judo’s philosophy into everyday life, fostering a stronger sense of community and shared purpose.…

4 November 2025

European Judo Championships U23 Chisinau 2025 - Chisinau, Moldova

Sleepless Nights and Unbreakable Spirit: Inside Moldova’s Judo Dream

When the lights dimmed on the U23 European Judo Championships in Chișinău, it wasn’t just the medals that gleamed, it was the pride of a small nation that dared to dream big. Behind every perfectly timed throw and every polished podium stood a team of visionaries led by the President…

2 November 2025

European Judo Championships U23 Chisinau 2025 - Chisinau, Moldova

Naples to Host the U23 European Judo Championships 2026

The city of Naples is set to host the U23 European Judo Championships 2026. The official flag handover ceremony took place this afternoon in Chisinau, marking the conclusion of the 2025 edition. During the ceremony, Team Manager and International Relations Officer, Mr Alessandro Comi, proudly accepted the honour and received…

2 November 2025

European Judo Championships U23 Chisinau 2025 - Chisinau, Moldova

Georgia Defends the U23 European Mixed Team Title in Chisinau

The final day of the U23 European Judo Championships 2025 in Chisinau brought together nine teams, Georgia, Bulgaria, Romania, Portugal, Türkiye, Ukraine, Hungary, Moldova, and France, each battling fiercely for team glory. The atmosphere was charged with excitement as athletes gave their all in pursuit of the coveted podium spots.…

2 November 2025