Dr. TOTH Laszlo, President of the European Judo Union was one of many distinguished friends on the Normal Meeting of the African Judo Union (AJU), held throughout previous days in Casablanca, Morocco. His presence bolstered the EJU’s dedication to world collaboration and the strategic development of judo. The occasion convened key stakeholders to debate vital priorities, together with youth engagement and worldwide partnership alternatives from grassroots to elite stage.
Dr. Toth highlighted the EJU’s progressive packages, emphasising shared values of self-discipline and respect, whereas exploring synergies with the African Judo Union. Discussions centred on joint initiatives comparable to expertise improvement, useful resource sharing and cross-continental occasions to broaden judo’s attain and influence. President Dr Toth additional defined in particulars:
“To begin with, it was a really particular alternative to attend the African Judo Union’s Normal Meeting, the place the present leaders have been re-elected. We’re delighted to proceed working collaboratively with them. I additionally had the chance to talk with Mr. Carlos Zegarra, President of the Pan-American Judo Union, and we are going to additional strengthen our collaboration with the Pan-American area.
“Focusing again on the African Judo Union (AJU), its President, Mr. Randrianasolo-Niaiko, and the chief committee agreed on a number of targets, lots of which embrace joint plans in each the sports activities and training sectors. One in all these initiatives entails expending the Champions League on the finish of this 12 months in Belgrade, with groups from different continents invited to take part. Moreover, Africa will host its personal Champions League in Egypt this 12 months, doubtlessly presenting a possibility for podium-finishing groups from Montpellier 2024 to attend.
“Additional improvement plans embrace creating alternatives for African judoka to compete in high European competitions. Shifting ahead, we will anticipate an elevated variety of abroad opponents at our Veteran and Kata European Cups, in addition to the U15 Hopes Cups. Our prestigious Children Camp, held through the Senior European Championships in Montenegro, may even welcome as much as 30 kids from the AJU. Lastly, preparations are underway to boost collaboration in refereeing between the 2 continents.
“A key ingredient in all of those initiatives will likely be designing a complete bundle plan to permit groups to stay in Europe for consecutive occasions and coaching alternatives, not just for potential Olympians but additionally on the grassroots stage. Work is ongoing to finalise this plan.
“As soon as once more, I’m deeply grateful for the invitation to the AJU’s Normal Meeting, the place I had the privilege of experiencing the power and unity of our judo household.”
Through the meeting, it was additionally formally introduced that Africa will preserve organising main worldwide occasions together with the 2026 Cadet World Championships in Senegal and the 2025 Veterans World Championships in Madagascar. By strengthening ties with the AJU, the EJU goals to foster sustainable progress, improve aggressive requirements, and solidify its management function within the world judo group.
Photos: Misoa Zazaha
Creator: Szandra Szogedi
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