UE Lady Warriors win 4th straight UAAP judo title

Updated Mon, December 16, 2024 at 6:57 PM Published Sat, December 14, 2024 at 8:10 PM

The University of the East Lady Warriors secured their fourth consecutive championship in the UAAP Season 87 Collegiate Judo Championships, amassing 40 points with four gold, three silver, and three bronze medals.

Graduating senior Leah Jhane Lopez, who won gold in the women's minus-48 kg division, was named the tournament's Most Valuable Player.

Lopez highlighted the team's strong family culture, respect, and discipline as key factors in their continued success.

Other gold medalists for UE in the women's division included Joemari-Heart Rafael (minus-57kg), Mylene Matias (minus-44kg), and Ma. Veneza Dayao (minus-70 kg).

UE also dominated the high school division, with the boys' team capturing their first-ever title and the girls' squad securing back-to-back championships.

The University of Santo Tomas placed second in the women's division with 19 points, followed by De La Salle University with 14 points.

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