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British Judo is saddened
by the loss of James Shears (aged 35) a well respected 2nd Dan
judoka from the Western Area who was killed at Shirley Towers,
Southampton whilst carrying out his firefighter duties.
James played judo with
his brothers Gary, Stephen, Chas and his dad all at the Wessex
Club where he was a dedicated and popular member.
He was once Junior National Champion
and represented his country and the West at under 66 kgs
James was the current
World Firefighter Champion after defending his title from the
previous year at 66 kgs.
Wessex Club coach and
Dorset Chairman Mick Kunzi said: “He was an outstanding player,
renowned for throwing much bigger players with his own ko-uchi
setup and finishing with a tio-toshi.”
Our thoughts are with
his family at this devastating time.
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