Aragon Judo Federation Honors 42 Athletes from Team Cruz Calatayud
The Federación Aragonesa de Judo y Deportes Asociados (FAJYDA) recently recognized 42 athletes from the Club Team Cruz Calatayud during its annual gala in Huesca. This event celebrated the dedication of competitors across Jiu-Jitsu, Kendo, Aikido, Wushu, and self-defense disciplines, marking the Calatayud-based club as a top performer in the region for the current season.
How Team Cruz Calatayud Dominated the Regional Awards
Team Cruz Calatayud secured a leading position among Aragonese martial arts organizations by earning honors for 42 of its members. According to the club’s documentation, these awards recognize consistent training and competitive success in national and international events. The recognition highlights the club’s impact across various age groups and weight categories, specifically within the Jiu-Jitsu discipline.
The athletes honored for their contributions to the club’s success include:
* Men’s Division: Aday Lobato, Alberto Abián, Alejandro Sierra, Daniel Llorente, David A. Enciú, David Cruz, Diego Cebrián, Diego Serrano, Enzo Aryan, Gonzalo Muñoz, Héctor Díez, Hugo Soria, Iago Piqueras, Igor Pascaluta, Jaime Esteban, Jorge Otero, Jorge Serrano, Martín Pablo, Mateo Fernández, Miguel Fontecha, Noah Marín, Pablo Liñán, Patrick Tamba, Roberto Llorente, Samuel Amaral, and Ulises Florido.
* Women’s Division: Carlota Diez, Claudia Maier, Daniela Pérez, Emma Casas, Esperanza Fernández, Judith Pozo, Karina Crovat, Lorién Piqueras, Nayara Lasa, Noa Gómez, Noelia Rodríguez, Patricia Popa, Rocío Rodríguez, and Sarah Serrano.
The Role of FAJYDA in Aragonese Martial Arts
The FAJYDA gala serves as the primary venue for the federation to acknowledge the technical growth and competitive achievements of its affiliated clubs. Based in Zaragoza, the federation oversees a broad spectrum of martial arts, including Judo, Aikido, and Jiu-Jitsu, providing a structured environment for both recreational and competitive practitioners.
The federation’s reach includes diverse entities such as the Judo Club Huesca, Club Judo Binéfar, and various university-affiliated dojos. By hosting these annual ceremonies, FAJYDA reinforces the standard of training required to compete at higher levels. Historically, the federation has utilized these events to distribute diplomas and “Reconocimiento de Grados” (Grade Recognitions), as seen in past ceremonies held at the Spanish Olympic Committee headquarters.
Looking Ahead for Aragonese Martial Arts
The success of clubs like Team Cruz Calatayud reflects a broader trend of increased competitive participation within the Aragonese martial arts community. As these athletes move forward, the focus shifts to maintaining this momentum in upcoming national circuits. The recognition provided by the federation not only validates the hours spent in the dojo but also sets a benchmark for younger practitioners entering the sport. With the 2025-26 season underway, the federation continues to manage technical programs and school-based sporting initiatives designed to sustain this growth across the autonomous community of Aragon.