UST, UE ready for Judo repeat

The final tournament for the first semester of the 85th season of the UAAP is set to commence this weekend, with the two-day judo competition at the Blue Eagle Gym, with the University of Santo Tomas and the University of the East seeking to retain their titles.

The Golden Judokas are seeking to extend their title run to five straight seasons including fending off the University of the Philippines in the last edition, whilst the Lady Warriors are seeking back-to-back titles after snapping UST's five-year reign for their maiden title back in March 2020.

Judo was one of the few events that got completed before the onset of the pandemic that forced the premature conclusion of 82nd season.

It was a similar situation for the high school ranks, with UST claiming its fourth straight boys' title, with UE retaining theirs for the third straight time in the girls' division.

"The technical meeting and draw were successfully done this afternoon and attended by the different coaches of these top universities," said UAAP Season 85 judo commissioner Dave Carter, who was joined by Philippine Judo Federation president and Ateneo coach Ali Sulit during the meeting.

"We wish everybody the best now that we are re-starting the face-to-face action! These are top athletes and everyone is excited."

Collegiate action commences at 130pm, with the High School edition gets a 9am start.