Immense joy and great satisfaction for the gold medal won by the judoka of Sant’Egidio del Monte Albino Monica Pappalardo at the ES B Judo Calabria Under 15 Italy Trophy, organized by the Italian Judo Wrestling Karate Martial Arts Federation, in the 63kg category. The judoka Pappalardo climbs to the top step of the podium and becomes the pride of the Nocerino-Sarnese countryside and not only since she was the only athlete from Campania to bring home the most precious metal. With four consecutive victories, to the tune of ipponthe very young judoka deserved the podium at the sporting event which took place at the Pala Eventi last weekend. Numerous athletes participated in the event held at the Sports Hall in Rossano.
The technician was satisfied Domenico Salerno for the performance of Pappalardo and all her athletes: «Excellent performance for our boys. Great Monica Pappalardo who takes home a splendid gold, but the best sight is always seeing my boys grow. Beyond gold by Monica Pappalardo to be praised Giulia Russo in the +70 kg category, you came fourth, Giovanni Fontanella finished fifth and came close to the podium with a super performance, Valeria Alfano came seventh but among the best in its category. And then Giuseppe Desidero in the +81 kg category, in his first important competition, he gives his all but it’s not enough, but with the right work and commitment the future could be on his side; Giovanni Esposito who has a very good race but it’s not enough, but the boy will soon get his satisfaction; Lucia Tuna which pays for the emotion, but we are certain that if he continues to work as he is doing he will be able to obtain a lot of satisfaction», explained the coach of “Il Rio”, a sports promotion association of Sant’Egidio del Monte Albino.
All the companies from Central and Southern Italy are involved in this phase of the national circuit. The rookies from category A, class of 2012, and category B, class of 2010/2011, both male and female, will participate. For Category A, 189 participants took part, of which 139 athletes and 50 technicians, while for Category B, 334 participants took part, of which 234 athletes and 91 technicians.
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**PAA:** In what ways might Monica Pappalardo’s success serve as a catalyst for increased funding and resources for Judo programs in Campania, and what are the potential long-term implications of such support?
## Interview: Monica Pappalardo’s Gold Medal Triumph
**Guests:**
* **Domenico Salerno:** Coach of “Il Rio” Sports Promotion Association and Monica Pappalardo’s mentor.
* **Monica Pappalardo:** Gold medalist judoka from Sant’Egidio del Monte Albino.
**Host:** Welcome everyone, and congratulations to Monica on her incredible achievement! Today, we’ll delve into Monica’s outstanding performance at the ES B Judo Calabria Under 15 Italy Trophy, and discuss its significance within the broader context of Judo in Campania and Italy.
**Section 1: Monica’s Performance and Journey**
* **Host (to Monica):** Monica, you dominated the competition with four consecutive “ippon” victories. Can you take us through your mindset and strategy going into each match? How did you stay focused and maintain that level of intensity throughout the tournament?
* **Host (to Domenico):** Domenico, you’ve been coaching Monica for some time now. Can you shed light on her journey to this moment? What has been her dedication and training regimen like? What specific skills and strengths stood out to you throughout her progression?
**Section 2: The Significance of Monica’s Victory**
* **Host (to Monica):** As the only athlete from Campania to win gold at this prestigious tournament, how does this victory feel? Do you see this as a turning point in your Judo career, and what are your aspirations for the future?
* **Host:** This tournament saw a strong representation of young Judo talent from Central and Southern Italy.
* **Host (to Domenico):** Domenico, what’s the current state of Judo in Campania? How does Monica’s success reflect the development of the sport in the region?
**Section 3: The Broader Impact of “Il Rio”**
* **Host (to Domenico):** You mentioned other athletes from “Il Rio” who performed admirably at the tournament despite not reaching the podium. Can you elaborate on their progress and the overall impact “Il Rio” has on nurturing young Judo talent in Sant’Egidio del Monte Albino?
* **Host (to Monica and Domenico):** What message would you like to convey to other young aspiring Judokas in Campania and beyond? What advice would you give them based on your experiences and knowledge?
**Conclusion:**
* **Host:** Thank you both for sharing your insights. Monica, congratulations once again on your well-deserved gold medal. We look forward to following your future successes in the world of Judo.
This interview structure allows for in-depth exploration of Monica’s achievements, the role of her coach and association, and the wider impact of Judo in the region. It encourages thoughtful responses and promotes a nuanced understanding of Monica’s victory and its significance.
