EBJI at the CA State Championships

Four EBJI Members represented the dojo at the California State Championships this past weekend in Fresno, CA. Accompanying them were Ken Kokka Sensei.

Estefany Gonzalez went 2-2, finished tied for third but lost tie-breaker. She did give the first place finisher her only loss, by ippon.

Ashley Booth went 1-1, fighting up two weight classes (up from 28 to 34 kg),  finishing second.

Curtis Booth went 3-2, finishing in second. He lost twice to first place  finisher Myles Honda.

Nico Gonzalez went 1-2, finishing in third. He lost to eventual first and second  place winners.

All competitors now turn their attention to the USJF Junior Nationals where they will compete for a National Title July 4th weekend. Joining them will be Sato Matsumoto, Masa Matsumoto, Nathan Canadas and Cole Filson.