Tulum Judokas Shine at National Tournament, Securing Six Medals

TULUM, Mexico — Tulum is solidifying its⁣ reputation as a breeding ground for‍ athletic talent after‌ young judokas from the ⁢municipality delivered a stellar performance at the “Professor Tomoyoshi yamaguchi” National Children’s Tournament in Mexico City. The competition took place from May 1-4.

Athletes in the Under-13 and ​Under-15 categories collectively earned six medals during the high-performance training​ event, considered among the nation’s most ‌important. This achievement positions Tulum as⁣ one of the leading municipalities in children’s judo.

U-13 Category Results

On May 2,‌ seven athletes in the U-13 category ‍(ages 11-12) competed. the results were:

• Maximiliano Vázquez Cámara: gold‌ medal in the 31 kg​ category.
• César Eduardo Santamaría Ruiz: ‌Silver medal in the 42 kg category.
• Iker Navarro ‍Ken: Bronze medal ⁤in the​ 47 kg⁣ division.

U-15 Category Success

May 4 proved equally​ successful for athletes in the U-15 category (ages 13-14):

• Thayli Sofía Molina Mayo: Gold medal in the 48 kg category.
• Dylan‍ Gael Itzá Zaval: Silver medal in the ⁣58 kg division.
• Kenny Eliel Vázquez Cámara: Bronze medal​ in the 48 kg division.

These results contribute to⁢ the athletes’ scores for future international competitions, including the Pan american Games, which will be held in Mexico.

Professor Marta Domínguez and coach Juan E. Martí have supported the athletes’ development. They recognized the judokas’ dedication as they continue to compete in other divisions of the tournament, with the potential for ⁤additional medals.

this performance underscores Tulum’s⁤ sports potential and the positive impact of its training programs, highlighting its presence on the national stage and paving the way for future international competitions.