IJF representatives with Golden State Open Representatives: Frank Sanchez, Gary Takemoto (IJF‑A Olympic Referee / PJC Referee Director), Ed Rodriguez Quilichini (IJF Commisioner - IJF Veterans Commision), Bela Muller ( IJF Promotions Manager), Eric Sanchez, Camille Vasquez, Mayelle Nguyen, Janette Sanchez, Dr. Greg Moore (IJF‑A Paralympic Referee / Chief Referee)
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LA28 Representatives with Golden State Open Representatives: Frank Sanchez, Ed Rodriguez Quilichini (IJF Commisioner - IJF Veterans Commision), Bela Muller ( IJF Promotions Manager), Eric Sanchez, Chuck Jefferson (Judo United), Camille Vasquez, Maricel Quirante, LA28 reps: Yiran Wang, Yeawon Min, Vusala Clifton, Miskao Ohno, Beatriz Tsung
The 2026 Golden State Open delivered BIG.
The 2026 Golden State Open delivered BIG.
1,379 athletes. 133 teams. 37 countries.
Olympians, world champions, LA28 leaders — all under one roof at the Los Angeles Convention Center.
From world‑class judo to global representation to life‑changing athlete development opportunities like the Baku Experience, the GSO continues to raise the bar for American judo.
Huge congratulations to Rose Ortiz (Guerreros Judo) and Thor Guerrero (Hawaii Judo) — our fully sponsored Baku Experience athletes — and to every champion who earned priority access this year.
And to our referees, volunteers, coaches, and families:
YOU are the engine of this tournament.
Your dedication is what transforms the GSO from an event into a movement.
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Thor Guerrero of Hawaii Judo & Rose Ortiz of Guerreros Judo with IJF Promotions Manager, Bela Muller
Dr. AnnMaria Demars with table volunteer, Peter Galan as she evaluates athletes for the Baku Experience sponsorship.
Joe Marchal & Zoltan Batrhory presenting Team Champion Banners at the Golden State Open Judo Championships.
Golden State Open Refeees led by Richie Endow of San Gabriel Judo, Gary Takemoto (IJF‑A Olympic Referee / PJC Referee Director) and Dr. Greg Moore (IJF‑A Paralympic Referee / Chief Referee).
Our volunteers, supporters, judoka, referees, families and vendors help made the Golden State Open a success.
THANK YOU ALL.
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Master of Ceremonies, Victor Ortiz, with Zoltan Batrhory
Zoltan Batrhory, Eric Sanchez, Bela Muller
Guerreros parent board and Golden State Open planning committcommittee: Camille Vasquez, Eric Sanchez, Janette Sanchez, Maricel Quirante, Frank Sanchez, Vanity Rojo, Mayelle Nguen, Jeremy Brown
Golden State Open Judo Championships (GSO), held at the Los Angeles Convention Center, Los Angeles, CA on May 22, 2026 - May 24, 2026
GSO Live Launch Elevates the Tournament Experience
GSO Live Launch Elevates the Tournament Experience
New interactive platform, powered by ShotCaller, brings real-time engagement to athletes, fans, and partners at the Los Angeles Convention Center.
GSO Unlocks Door to Baku Experience for Top Athletes
GSO Unlocks Door to Baku Experience for Top Athletes
The Golden State Open delivers a premier competitive experience at the Los Angeles Convention Center—future home of Olympic judo at LA28—while serving as a gateway to impactful opportunities for the next generation of athletes.
GOLDEN STATE OPEN LOVE
GOLDEN STATE OPEN LOVE
We think the Golden State Open is arguably one of THE best judo tournaments in the nation. But that's probably biased - so don't take our word for it.
Hear what some of our attendees have to say first-hand.
No individuals were compensated by the Golden State Open or Guerreros Judo for expressing these opinions.
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