The New Yudansha!

November 2, 2025

Shufu Board of Examiners Chair Kevin Tamai, Renee Allard, Najee Shuman, and Andrew Furjanic

 

Two Shufu judokas earned the goal of many as they were awarded the rank of Shodan, 1st Degree Black Belt, at the Shufu Central Fall Promotionals held on November 1st.

 

Renee Allard, of DC Judo, and Najee Shuman, of Hui-O Judo, reached this milestone in their judo careers after years of judo practice, study, and intensive testing by members of the Shufu Board of Examiners.

 

Andew Furjanic, of Hui-O Judo, also reached another rung in his judo career, earning the rank of Nidan, 2nd Degree Black Belt.

 

Congratulations to all of these judoka and to the many senseis and fellow judoka who have assisted in their judo development over many years!

 

 

Did you know that Shufu has an Athlete Funding Program?

Shufu’s Athlete Funding
Program provides reimbursement ($150 to $300) for athletes competing in National and
International level events. Juniors, Seniors, Masters/Veterans, and Kata competitors
can all apply to the Shufu Athlete Funding Program. If you have been a member of Shufu for at least 2 years and have participated in any of the events listed below, then you should consider applying for Shufu’s Athlete Funding Program!
 2025 USA Judo Youth National Championships
 2025 USA Junior Olympic National Championships
 2025 USA Judo Senior National Championships
 2025 USA Judo President’s Cup
 2025 US Open
 2025 USJF/USJA Nationals
 2025 Pan American Cups or 2025 Pan American Championships
 2025 IJF Point Events (Grand Prix, Grand Slams, or Championships)
Please note that these are not the only tournaments which will be considered for funding.
Please go to the Funding Support for Athletes link for the complete details.

Shufu Shinbun is BACK !