2026 Nanka Fall Tournament
Westminster, CA, United States
Description
The 2026 Nanka Fall Tournament will take place on Sunday, September 27, 2026 at the Westminster High School Gym, 14325 Goldenwest St. Westminster, CA.
USJF Sanction #
This event is open to current USJF, USJA, and USA Judo members ages 5+.
Tournament Overview
Nanka was formed over 90 years ago with a philosophy of cooperation and supporting judo regardless of membership organization. Nanka's tournaments are structured to provide a fair, safe, and fun competitive environment.
Schedule
Early Bird Fee Registration Closes: August 12, 2026 midnight
Normal Fee Registration: August 13, 2026 - September 19, 2026 midnight
Late Fee Registration: September 20, 2026 - September 23, 2026 midnight
Registration Closes: September 23, 2026 midnight
All Weights must be finalized by September 23, 2026 Wednesday, midnight
Coaches: please email your list of competitors and their verified weights to events@nankajudo.org before registration closes.
No additional weight changes will be accepted after this deadline.
ALL CREDENTIALS MUST BE SUBMITTED BY REGISTRATION CLOSE- INCLUDING MEMBERSHIP PROOF
Preliminary Brackets Published: September 25, 2026 Friday
Final Brackets Published: September 26, 2026 Saturday
Questions regarding registration, bracketing and cancellations can be sent to: events@nankajudo.org
EVENT DAY: September 27, 2026, SUNDAY
Officials Meeting: 7:15 AM
Opening Ceremony: 8:00 AM
NOTE: No walk-up registrations for this event.
Awards
Awards will be presented as divisions are completed. Gold, silver, and bronze medals will be awarded for first, second and third places for all divisions with matches. Uncontested divisions will not be awarded.
TEAM AWARD
Shiai Fees
A competitor may enter a maximum of 2 divisions.
Early Registration $ 60.00
Normal Registration $ 70.00
Late Registration $ 90.00
Contact
- Email events@nankajudo.org
Location
- Westminster High School 14325 Goldenwest St. Westminster, CA
Coaching & Referee Registration
CLICK HERE FOR REFEREE REGISTRATION
CLICK HERE FOR COACH REGISTRATION
Coach Registration: Coaches are encouraged to pre-register using the coach registration link at no cost. Coach badges are available for purchase at the tournament for $20.00, and require proof of SafeSport. Coaches must hold "current USJF, USJA, or USA Judo coach certification."
Divisions
- Youth Male$70
- Youth Female$70
- Adult Male$70
- Veterans ( Age 30+ ) Male$70
- Adult Female$70
- Veterans ( Age 30+) Female$70
- Kata$35
Organizer
Frequently Asked Questions
When and where is the 2026 Nanka Fall Tournament?
The tournament will take place on Sunday, September 27, 2026 at Westminster High School Gym, 14325 Goldenwest St. Westminster, CA.
Who can compete in this event?
The event is open to current USJF, USJA, and USA Judo members ages 5+.
What are the registration deadlines and fees?
Early Bird Fee Registration closes August 12, 2026 at midnight and costs $60.00. Normal Registration runs August 13, 2026 through September 19, 2026 at midnight and costs $70.00. Late Registration runs September 20, 2026 through September 23, 2026 at midnight and costs $90.00.
When does registration close, and are walk-up registrations allowed?
Registration closes September 23, 2026 at midnight. No walk-up registrations are allowed for this event.
When must weights and credentials be submitted?
All weights must be finalized by September 23, 2026 Wednesday, midnight, and no additional weight changes will be accepted after this deadline. All credentials, including membership proof, must be submitted by registration close.
Where should coaches send verified competitor weights?
Coaches should email their list of competitors and verified weights to events@nankajudo.org before registration closes.
When will brackets be published?
Preliminary brackets will be published September 25, 2026 Friday. Final brackets will be published September 26, 2026 Saturday.
What is the event day schedule?
On Sunday, September 27, 2026, the Officials Meeting is at 7:15 AM and the Opening Ceremony is at 8:00 AM.
How many divisions can a competitor enter?
A competitor may enter a maximum of 2 divisions.
How does coach registration work?
Coaches are encouraged to pre-register using the coach registration link at no cost. Coach badges are available for purchase at the tournament for $20.00, require proof of SafeSport, and coaches must hold current USJF, USJA, or USA Judo coach certification.
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