dominican Judo Shines at Junior Cadet Cadet cup in Panama

The Dominican RepublicS judo team has returned home with a haul of medals from the Junior Cadet Cadet Cup held in Panama, significantly boosting their chances of qualifying for the II Pan American Junior Games in Asunción, paraguay. The team’s performance underscores the growing strength of Dominican judo on the international stage.

Medalists Lead the Way

diego garcía secured a gold medal in the Cadet Cup’s 60 kg category, demonstrating remarkable skill and determination.Ekerlyn Peralta followed with a silver medal in the +90 kg weight class, while Adrián Lapaix earned a bronze in the 66 kg division. In the Junior category, José Brache Jarquín added to the medal count with a bronze, triumphing over Cuba’s Jonathan Delgado in a hard-fought match.

José Brache Jarquín conquered the bronze medal by defeating Cuban Jonathan delgado.

Qualifying Positions Secured

Beyond the medal winners, several other Dominican athletes secured valuable qualifying points. Pablo Corniell (66 kg) and Ángel Ramírez (81 kg) both achieved placement, while Dany Castro (60 kg) and Yarelis Lucas (48 kg) finished in seventh place, keeping them within the qualifying range for the Asunción multisport event. These results highlight the depth of talent within the Dominican judo program.

Dany Castro, 60 kilos, and Yarelis Lucas, 48 kilos, achieved the seventh positions, to remain in the qualifying range of the paraguay multisport event.

Support and Planning

The Dominican Judo Federation (Fedojudo) acknowledged the crucial support of the Ministry of sports, lead by engineer Kelvin Cruz, in enabling the team’s participation in the Panama event. The athletes were accompanied by coach Juan Carlos Jacinto, physiotherapist Candy Rosario, and referee Manuel Minier, ensuring they had the necessary support to perform at their best. The next qualifying event, offering further points for the Asunción Junior Games, is scheduled for April 16-20.

Looking Ahead to Asunción 2025

The II Pan American Junior Games of Asunción 2025 are scheduled to take place from August 9 to 23. With the momentum gained from their performance in Panama, the Dominican judo team is well-positioned to make a strong showing at the Games. The team’s success reflects the dedication of the athletes, coaches, and support staff, as well as the growing investment in sports development within the Dominican Republic. As the Games approach, anticipation is building for what promises to be a thrilling competition.