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ABOUT

Ronda Rousey started the Gompers Judo program in 2009. Ronda's sister Jennifer was previously a student teacher at Gompers Middle School. When the school was looking for someone who would be willing to teach Judo  as a volunteer, Ronda immediately showed her interest.

 

With virtually no budget and the program running off of that time donate by others, the school had received several donations for used mats and Judo Gi's. Ronda's passion for judo and giving back can be directly attributed to her Mom Dr. AnnMaria De Mars, who has since taken over the program for Ronda. While Ronda still remains an important figure in the success of the Gompers Judo Program, her mom along with Jose Gonzales have taken over the weekly practices.

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