Bandora Judo Championship 2026 Successfully Conducted in Ponda

Ponda: The Bandora Judo Championship 2026 was successfully organised by the Bandora Judo Club in association with the Madhavrao Dhavlikar Charitable Trust at Nageshi, Bandora, Ponda-Goa on April 4, 2026.

The championship featured competitions across multiple categories including Sub-Junior, Cadets (Boys & Girls), and Seniors (Men & Women), attracting an impressive participation of over 250 players from across Goa.

Chief Guest Shri Mithil Dhavlikar inaugurated the event and encouraged the athletes, highlighting the importance of discipline and dedication in sports like judo.

After a series of exciting bouts, Jaya Dojo Club emerged as the Champions, while Warriors Training Center finished as Runners-Up. The host team, Bandora Judo Club, secured the third place.

Best Players of the Tournament:
• Purti Lotlikar – U17 Girls
• Arya Kadam – Senior Women
• Devraj Lamani – Senior Men
• Adhiraj Bandodkar – U17 Boys
• Swasti Yadav – U15 Girls
• Aryan Singh – U15 Boys

Addressing the media, President of Bandora Judo Club Reshma Kankonkar and Secretary Allaudin Sandi stated that their aim is to promote and develop judo across Goa and nurture talented athletes who can represent the state and the country at higher levels in the future.

The event concluded on a high note, showcasing the growing popularity of judo in Goa and the emergence of promising young talent.