This occasion has been a tradition at the club since 2006 and is always an important event. Its purpose is to pay tribute to the dedication and commitment of the club members who represented NSW at the 2024 National Championships. A highlight is to present specially minted Budokan medallions to those club members who became National Champions. This is a special year as we are now also able to present our 2024 Paris Olympic Games representative Josh Katz and our Olympic referee, Lubo Petr. The proceedings will take no more than 30 minutes between the two normal Thursday classes – please try to support it.
- So what are we doing: Presentation to all Budokan club members and their families of Budokan’s NSW State Team members; presentation of medallions to the 2024 National Champions; presentation of Olympic Games representative and referee
- Why are we doing this:Because it’s really important to acknowledge effort, progress and performance irrespective of result. On our club merchandise there is a slogan that says: “We Fight As One” and we do just that. Collectively Team Budokan put in a massive effort at this year’s Nationals and we should celebrate that.
- When: Thursday 11th July, 7.15 – 7.45pm between Junior and Senior Classes. Seniors, please come to the club early and be on the mat by 7.00pm.
- Who: All Budokan NSW State Team representatives. Please wear a WHITE JUDOGI and bring your medals.
- Guests: Mr Mark Hodges, NSW State Member for Castle Hill, Shadow Assistant Minister for Western Sydney Mr Michael Stubley, Councillor Blacktown City Council and former member of Budokan
Although Clr Dr Peter Gangemi, Mayor of the Hills Shire is unable to attend, a Councillor (TBA) will represent him. Unfortunately, Federal Member for Mitchell The Hon Alex Hawke also has a previous engagement.