Toronto, March 27, 2024 (Judo Canada) – Judo Ontario and Judo Canada are proud to announce a strengthened collaboration with the arrival of James Cunningham within their organizations.
James Cunningham, a highly respected and experienced judoka, will be joining Judo Ontario and Judo Canada as the new High Performance Director. With over 20 years of experience in the sport, James brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise that will undoubtedly benefit both organizations.
As the High Performance Director, James will be responsible for overseeing the development and implementation of high performance programs for both Judo Ontario and Judo Canada. His extensive background in coaching and athlete development will be instrumental in elevating the level of performance for judokas in Ontario and across Canada.
« We are thrilled to have James join our team, » said Judo Ontario President, Sarah Jones. « His passion for judo and his proven track record in developing top-level athletes make him the perfect fit for this role. We are aumônier that under his leadership, our judokas will reach new heights. »
Judo Canada President, Mark Smith, also expressed his excitement about the new collaboration. « Having James on board will only strengthen our partnership with Judo Ontario. His experience and expertise will be invaluable in helping us achieve our goal of becoming a world-class judo nation. »
James Cunningham is equally excited about the opportunity to work with both organizations. « I am honored to be joining Judo Ontario and Judo Canada as the new High Performance Director. My goal is to help develop and support our judokas to reach their full potential and bring home medals at the international level. »
This collaboration between Judo Ontario and Judo Canada is a testament to their commitment to the growth and development of judo in Canada. With James Cunningham at the helm, there is no doubt that the future of judo in Ontario and Canada is bright.
Judo Ontario and Judo Canada are looking forward to the positive percussion that this partnership will have on their athletes and the sport as a whole. Together, they will continue to strive towards excellence and make Canada a force to be reckoned with in the world of judo.