Awards That Inspire the Next Generation of Champions!
On 8 November 2026, Minsk will host the 20th International Judo Stars Festival. To mark this milestone event, the Judo Stars League has prepared specially designed medals for two tournaments — White Belts and Judo Stars 20 — along with special team prizes for the top-performing clubs.
The five highest-ranked clubs in each tournament will receive team awards. In White Belts, every participant will receive a medal, regardless of their final placing. This approach recognises both the first steps young judoka take in competitive sport and the achievements of athletes and teams.
WHITE BELTS: A MEDAL FOR EVERY PARTICIPANT
For many young judoka, the White Belts tournament is one of their first experiences of competitive judo. Competing on the tatami helps them gain valuable experience, overcome pre-competition nerves and experience the atmosphere of a real tournament.
Specially designed medals have been created for the event, with every participant receiving an award regardless of their final placing. This is a way to recognise each child’s effort, encourage their enthusiasm for judo and inspire them to continue training.
The five highest-ranked clubs in the White Belts team standings will also receive special prizes. These awards recognise the collective efforts of athletes and coaches, reflecting the preparation, mutual support and individual contributions behind every team result.
JUDO STARS 20: EXCLUSIVE MEDALS FOR THE ANNIVERSARY TOURNAMENT
A separate series of exclusive medals has been created for Judo Stars 20. The original design and distinctive Judo Stars League branding reflect the special significance of this anniversary event.
A medal represents more than sporting achievement. It becomes a lasting reminder of a particular competition, the emotions experienced, the coach’s support and the hard work that went into preparing for the event. For a young judoka, it can serve as a reminder of challenges overcome and progress made.
Team achievements will also be recognised. The five highest-ranked clubs in the Judo Stars 20 team standings will receive special prizes, celebrating their performances and the shared efforts of athletes and coaches.
DISTINCTIVE DESIGN AND JUDO STARS BRANDING
When developing the medals for both tournaments, particular attention was paid to the original design, fine details and distinctive Judo Stars League identity. Each medal series has been created specifically for the festival, giving participants a lasting memento of this sporting occasion.
The medals are made of steel with a decorative finish. The combination of material, design and Judo Stars branding gives each award its own distinctive character and reflects its connection to the anniversary festival.
Team prizes are also an important part of the awards presentation. They recognise not only each club’s position in the team standings but also the collective work of athletes and coaches in pursuit of a shared goal.
AWARDS THAT LAST A LIFETIME
In children’s sport, success is about more than victories and podium finishes. The courage to step onto the tatami, the determination to overcome challenges, the support of a coach and the joy of achieving something for the first time are just as important.
That is why the Judo Stars League places particular emphasis on recognising participants. Every child competing in White Belts will receive a medal, the exclusive Judo Stars 20 medals will commemorate performances at the anniversary festival, and team prizes will celebrate the five top-ranked clubs in each tournament.
Years later, a medal can bring back memories of a first competition, the nerves before a bout, the joy of victory and the people who offered support along the way. For a child, it can become much more than an award — a lasting reminder of their first steps in sport and an inspiration to keep moving forward.
The Judo Stars League aims to make the festival an event that participants will remember for years to come, inspiring them to continue practising judo, develop their skills and pursue new achievements.
