Six to play in judo nationals

Six members of Woy Woy Judo club have qualified for the NSW Judo team to compete at the Australian National Titles in Brisbane on June 19 and 20.

This follows a successful preliminary round at the NSW State Kata Competition on Sunday, June 6.

Sensei Danny Simmons and seniors Drew Evans and Sean Cole entered the State competition held at Homebush Olympic Park.

Sensei Danny beat Sensei Tony Luey from Willoughby Judo Club to take out the Grand Masters Division.

Drew Evans and Sean Cole competed as pairs in the Kyu Grade Division and won with 228 points.

Unfortunately while competing, Sean Cole suffered ligament damage to his left shoulder and therefore will be unable to compete at the National Titles.

Member for Robertson Mr Jim Lloyd also visited the local Judo Club on Tuesday, June 8, to present a cheque to the club from the Volunteer Small Equipment Grants Scheme.

The money will enable the club to purchase a set of electronic scales and a laptop computer.

Email, June 7 Lindy Simmons, secretary, Woy Woy Judo Club