Date: December 17, 2025
Location: São Paulo, Brazil
Sanction Type: Sanctioned
Contact: Felipe Menescal, judobrazil2025@cbdv.org.br, +55 11 98769-2964
Team USA is gearing up for the 2025 Para Pan American-Oceania Judo Championships in São Paulo, Brazil, with top para judo athletes representing the nation in multiple weight categories. The tournament, organized by IBSA Judo America & Oceania, combines both the Pan American and Oceania Championships, showcasing elite judo talent across the Americas and Oceania regions. More about the event here.
USA Para Judo Team Roster
Women – 70kg
- Yadira Thabatah (J1) – @chandlerjudoacademy
- Clara Allardyce (J2)
Men – 70kg
- Jeff Mata (J1) – @sandiegojudo
- Ron Hawthorne (J2) – denver.judo.dojo
- Riley Schmitz (J2) – docs.gym.mpls
Men +95kg
- Gabriel Carvalho-Iacovino (J1) – @elidrissijudousa
The athletes have been preparing intensively, posting updates on Instagram showing their final training sessions and preparations for the big competition.
About the Championships
Since 2022, the Pan American Judo Championships have been combined with the Oceania Judo Championships, creating a larger, more competitive platform for para athletes. The event follows strict IBSA regulations, ensuring fair competition and international recognition. It serves as an essential qualifier for athletes aiming for world-level competitions and Paralympic participation.
Good Luck to Team USA
The DOJO team wishes all Team USA para judokas the best of luck as they compete on December 17, 2025, in São Paulo. Stay tuned for live results, highlights, and interviews from the championships.
