Texas A&M Judo History
The Texas A&M University Judo Team was established in 1963 . It has provided a sport for those interested in competition at the local, state, national and international level. The judo program is open to all students, faculty and staff of Texas A&M. Competition is the main focus of this organization but non-competitors are always welcome.

Texas A&M Judo Coaches

  • Bob Perez 1993-2011
  • Dan Gomez 2007-2011
  • JF Chamberland 2005-2011
  • Theo Williams 2000-2005
  • Hiram Hodges 1992-1995
  • Dr. Gary Berliner 1988-1992
Coaching Staff

  • Bob Perez - 2011 USA World Collegiate Coach - Shenzhen,China
  • Bob Perez - 1998 USA World Collegiate Assistant Coach - Prague, Czech Reuplic
  • Bob Perez - 2002 USA Coach - Puerto Rico Open
  • Gary Berliner - 1995 USA Coach - Copa Faiduti - Guayaquil, Ecuador

Texas Collegiate Judo Conference Championships
  • 1st - 1990, 1992-1997, 2000-2011
  • 2nd - 1991, 1998, 1999
National Collegiate Judo Association Championships (NCJA) - Host
  • 1992
  • 1998
  • 2010
NCJA Final Standing
  • 2nd - 1996, 1998, 2000, 2004
  • 3rd - 1997, 1999, 2005, 2006, 2007
  • 4th - 2010, 2011
  • 5th - 2003, 2008
Mid South Conference - 5 state region TX, OK, LA, AR and MS(2000-2003)
  • 2nd - 2000
  • 1st - 2001
  • 1st - 2002
  • 1st - 2003
Endowed Judo Scholarship - Established in 2006

Any current member or any incoming student is eligible for the scholarship. This scholarship is a competitive and will be awarded to individuals based on their judo endevours.

Associations and Affiliations
  • Texas A&M Department of Recreational Sports
  • National Collegiate Judo Association
  • Texas Judo Inc
  • USA Judo
The Texas A&M Judo Team is funded through the Department of Rec Sports which assist the team members in traveling expenses. Although competition is emphasized it is not mandatory. Both men and women are encouraged to join and no experience is necessary.

Team Background

  • 30-35 memebers
  • Practice 4 times a week
  • Attend 14-16 events pere academic year
  • Regional, State, National and International events
  • Team weight lifting
  • Male and Females welcome
  • No experience is necessart
Cost and Fees

  • Dues - $60 a semester or $95 a year
  • Scholarship Recipients exempt from dues
  • USA Judo federation card for competitors - $35 new members / $60 for renewals
  • Tournament expenses covered for ALL members (80-90% of total expenses)
Information on Texas A&M University and Community

The University is located in College Station within relatively short driving distance of Dallas (180 miles North), Houston (90 miles southeast), San Antonio (180miles Southwest) and Austin 90miles (south). With its twin city of Bryan, the Bryan / College Station community has a population of about 185,000. Housing, food service, transportation, health care and other services provide a secure and comfortable lifestyle for students. Financial assistance is available through scholarships, grants, loans and employment. Traditions play an important and colorful role in campus life at Texas A&M. The Twelfth Man, Muster and Silver Taps are some of the rich traditions generating the renowned Aggie spirit and loyalty. Prospective students and family members are encouraged to visit the Texas A&M University campus. Contact the Appelt Aggieland Visitor Center in Rudder Tower to arrange tours and meetings with admissions counselors. For more information, write or call: Aggieland Visitor Center, Texas A&M University, Rudder Tower, College Station, TX 77843-1265, (979) 845-5851.

CONTACT INFORMATION:
TEXAS A&M JUDO
4250 TAMU
College Station, Texas 77843-4250

2011-12 Coach and Team Leaders

Bob Perez - Coach
Dan Gomez - Assistant Coach
JF Chamerbland - Assistant Coach
Caleb Lenard - President
Nathan Westbrook - Vice President
Wenta Liao- Treasurer
Kevin Porter - Officer
Ryan Wnezel- Officer
- Team Captain
Email contact - aggiejudo@tamu.edu
Email contact - bobperez@tamu.edu
PHONE - 979-218-4582
FAX - 979-845-0838

2012 Calendar

DateTournamentCity/Place
1/14 Rapid Fire/Mat Madness San Antonio, TX
1/17 Spring Practice Resume 262 G Rollie
1/28 Lone Star Classic Bedford, TX
2/18 Texas Collegiate Championships College Station
2/25 *Texas Senior State Championships Hurst, TX
3/10 National Collegiate Judo Association Championships San Jose, CA
4/20-22 USA Senior National Championships Irving, TX
*TJI All Star Event

Brief History

Texas Collegiate Champions
    - 1990,1992-1997, 2000-2011
National Collegiate Championships - 2nd
    - 1996, 1998, 2000, 2004
National Collegiate Championships - 3rd
    - 1997, 1999, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2011
National Collegiate Championships - 4th
    - 2010
National Collegiate Championships - 5th
    - 2003, 2008