Team Hatashita/FUJI Shines at 2025 Pan American-Oceania Judo Championships

A Historic Weekend for Team USA Judo in Santiago

The 2025 Pan American-Oceania Judo Championships took place in Santiago, Chile, on April 25–26, and Team USA had a strong showing. Our athletes brought home a total of five medals — one gold, two silvers, and two bronzes! Among these outstanding performers, three medalists are proud members of our Team Hatashita/FUJI family.

Hatashita/FUJI Medalists at the Pan American-Oceania Championships

Jack Yonezuka Captures Gold in the -73kg Division

Leading the charge was 2024 Olympian Jack Yonezuka, who entered the event as the No. 1 seed in the -73kg division. Jack secured his first Pan American Championship medal — and it was GOLD! In a thrilling final, he defeated Brazil’s Daniel Cargnin with a newaza submission during golden score.

Notably, the last American to win the Pan American title at -73kg was Dominic Rodriguez in 2022 — another Hatashita/FUJI-sponsored athlete.

Maria Laborde Adds Silver in the -48kg Division

World No. 13 Maria Laborde continued her incredible season, earning a silver medal in the -48kg category. Fresh off a bronze medal at the Upper Austria Grand Prix, Maria now boasts four Pan American medals for Team USA after previously representing Cuba earlier in her career.

Jonathan Yang Wins Bronze in His Senior Debut

Making a remarkable senior debut, 17-year-old Jonathan Yang — the reigning Cadet World Champion — captured a bronze medal in the -60kg division. What an incredible start to his senior-level judo career!

Other Team USA Highlights

• Johan Silot finished 5th in the -81kg division after a series of strong matches.

• Yasmin Alamin (-70kg) and Nicolas Yonezuka (-81kg) also represented Team USA and gained valuable experience against top international competitors.

Proudly Supporting Our Athletes at Hatashita Sports

At Hatashita Sports, we are incredibly proud to support our athletes as they compete on the world stage and prepare for the LA 2028.  Congratulations to everyone who competed at the 2025 Pan American-Oceania Judo Championships! We can’t wait to see what’s next for Team Hatashita/FUJI.

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