Rome Cadet European Cup
The Cadet European Judo Cup at the PalaPellicone in Ostia
About Rome Cadet European Cup
European Under-18 judo arrives in Rome
The Rome Cadet European Cup is the Italian leg of the continental judo circuit reserved for the cadet (Under-18) category, held at the PalaPellicone in Ostia, the major federal facility located on the coast of the Municipality of Rome. In 2026, the capital experiences a historic moment: for the very first time, it hosts the event that kicks off the European youth judo season, a true baptism for the city and the Lazio region as a hub for major international sporting events.
Two days of competition, over 30 nations
On the PalaPellicone tatami, the best talents on the continental scene face off: over 30 nations represented and nearly 800 athletes competing, including a strong Italian squad fielded by the national team. The sixteen weight categories, eight male and eight female, are spread across two days, with brackets running from the morning preliminaries through to the final blocks in the afternoon.
The PalaPellicone, home of Italian judo
Located in Ostia Lido, on the Roman coast, the PalaPellicone is the Olympic center of the FIJLKAM (Italian Federation of Judo, Wrestling, Karate, and Martial Arts) and regularly hosts national and international judo, wrestling, and martial arts competitions. Its atmosphere, with stands packed with coaches, families, and fans from all over Europe, turns every match into a spectacle of sport and discipline.
Why it is worth attending
- Rome's absolute debut as the opening venue for the European cadet circuit.
- An extremely high technical level: the judoka competing here will be the ones dominating senior rankings in a few years.
- The chance to see young Italian athletes in action before their home crowd, in the heart of the Roman coast.
- An event that unites competitive spirit, educational values, and a sense of community, the hallmark of judo.
The Rome Cadet European Cup is part of the international calendar managed by the European Judo Union, confirming Rome and the Lazio region as a benchmark for the future of judo.
Rome Cadet European Cup — edition 2026
The first Rome Cadet European Cup hosted by the capital officially opened the 2026 European Under-18 judo season. At the PalaPellicone in Ostia, in the Municipality of Rome, over 30 nations and nearly 800 athletes gathered, with Italy fielding the largest delegation. Two days of great judo confirmed the city as a new, prestigious stop on the continental cadet calendar.
Programme Rome Cadet European Cup 2026
Saturday, February 7, 2026
First day dedicated to the lighter categories and middleweights.
- Women: -40 kg, -44 kg, -48 kg, -52 kg
- Men: -50 kg, -55 kg, -60 kg, -66 kg
- 08:30 — Start of preliminaries
- 18:45 — Final block with finals and bronze medal matches
Sunday, February 8, 2026
Second day reserved for the heavier categories.
- Women: -57 kg, -63 kg, -70 kg, +70 kg
- Men: -73 kg, -81 kg, -90 kg, +90 kg
- 09:00 — Start of preliminaries
- 15:45 — Final block with finals and bronze medal matches
Italian results
Italy finished fourth in the medal table with 1 gold, 2 silvers, and 6 bronzes. The only Italian gold came from Bruno De Denaro in the -55 kg category. Among the most applauded performances was the silver medal of Aurora Ferro (ASD Mandraccio Roma) in the -44 kg, who showed great personality in front of the home crowd.
The matches were broadcast via live streaming on judo.tv.
Highlights Rome Cadet European Cup 2026
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Practical information — Rome Cadet European Cup
Location
PalaPellicone, FIJLKAM Olympic Center, in Ostia Lido (Municipality of Rome, Lazio), ZIP code 00122.
How to get there
From Rome city center, you can reach Ostia via the Rome-Lido railway (urban line) to the coastal stations, then by local transport. By car, take the exit for Ostia along the Via del Mare or Via Cristoforo Colombo. Rome-Fiumicino Airport is just a few kilometers away.
How to follow the matches
The European cadet circuit competitions are broadcast via live streaming on judo.tv. It is recommended to check updated schedules and brackets on the official FIJLKAM and European Judo Union channels.
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