Celebrating excellence: The Federal Martial Arts Gala and Ernesto Giaverina Award 2024
The sixth edition of the ‘Giaverina 2024 Award,’ hosted by the FIJLKAM federal martial arts movement, proved to be a resounding triumph. This prestigious event honored 180 outstanding individuals from Umbria, including athletes, coaches, and administrators, who have made significant contributions to the martial arts community.
Held in the grand sala dei Notari, the ceremony was a full house, with every seat occupied. Regional President Andrea Arena opened the event by paying tribute to the late maestro Ernesto Giaverina, a revered figure in the Umbrian martial arts scene. A poignant moment followed as attendees watched a film commemorating Nicholas Colombini, a young judoka from Terni who recently passed away.
Special recognition was extended to Coni Umbria, the Municipality of Perugia, and the Municipality of Terni for their unwavering support during the challenging 2020-24 Olympic cycle, which was heavily impacted by the Covid-19 pandemic.Their consistent backing was instrumental in the success of numerous martial arts events and initiatives.
The ‘Athlete of the Year’ awards were presented to:
Alessandro Bicorgni (Poets of Judo), Adele Ceccarelli (Clt, Wrestling), Ettore Mostarda (Fitness Terni, karate), and Silvia Guarducci (La Dolce Arte, Jujitsu).
Umbrian excellence was further celebrated with the ‘Premio Umbria Olimpica,’ which highlighted:
Paolo Camanni Dongdong (set to compete in the Paris Paralympics), Jonathan Molfino (a multiple world wrestling champion), Asia Pergolesi, Emanuel Romagnoli, and Samuele Ruffini (all of whom have achieved international success).
Scholarships under the ‘Campioni a Scuola’ initiative were awarded to:
Annalisa Massoli (Judo), Nicolo’ Campomaggi (Judo), Francesco Pitotti (Fighting), Federico Binaglia (Karate), and Filippo Fanini (JuJitsu).
the ‘Youth Award’ spotlighted clubs that have significantly increased their pre-competitive youth participation, emphasizing the importance of sports in early growth. The honored clubs included:
Judo Kodokan Gubbio, Foligno Academy, Yamaguchi Karate, Club La Dolce Arte, and sestito Academy of Martial Art.
This year’s ‘Amici Award’ was bestowed upon Polisportiva Ternana and Virtus Buonconvento,two associations that have shown exceptional support and collaboration with the Umbrian martial arts movement over the past year.
A lifetime achievement award was presented to the Judo Club Deruta, lead by the legendary master Peppe Guiducci, who celebrated 60 years of dedication to the sport. Technician Celestino Magnini was also honored as a Meritorious Master.
The ‘Special Prize’ recognized individuals who excelled in their respective fields:
Judo: Walter Binucci, Dario Dionisi, Piergiorgio Magri, Augusto Mariotti;
Fight: Eleonora Federici, Alvaro Fontanella, Nicola Gradassi;
Karate: Enrico Tempesta, Guido Politini;
Jujitsu: Pompilio Attili, lorenzo Armino.
A lighthearted moment occurred when the ‘white-yellow’ belt was presented to Pierluigi Vossi and Marco Schenardi, the Sports Councilors of the Municipalities of Perugia and Terni, respectively.
President Andrea Arena humorously remarked, “Traditionally, authorities receive the ‘honorary black belt,’ but we believe in earning every step in our world. We’re confident that in future editions, they’ll continue to prove their dedication and merit.”
“We will reunite, and the belt will transform its hue,” declared the Regional President, reflecting on the day’s events. “Today was a heartfelt celebration for our family, made possible by the unwavering support of my colleagues—Robertino Camilli in Judo, luciano Pierini in Wrestling, Gianluca Guazzaroni in Karate, and their respective sector consultancies. Together, we fostered a collaborative habitat that allowed us to aim for excellence. This is evident not only in the numerous national and international champions we’ve produced but also in the recognition from educational institutions. Through our programs, we’ve integrated sports with essential life values, shaping students into responsible professionals and citizens.”
The pandemic posed significant challenges for contact sports, with events halted and coaches navigating restrictions in training facilities. Many predicted the decline of these disciplines, but through resilience, values, and professionalism, the community rallied. today, participation numbers have surpassed pre-Covid levels—a testament to the dedication of coaches, managers, and the families who stood by us. “With optimism and determination,we can truly make a difference in the world,” he added.
Aurelio Forcignanò, Vice President of CONI, shared his enthusiasm: “It’s a joy to witness events brimming with such positive energy, which serves as a powerful catalyst for sports. The awards ceremony was a spectacle in itself, with 180 winners honored ahead of schedule—a testament to the magic of martial arts.”
Pierluigi Vossi, Councilor for Sport in the Municipality of Perugia, emphasized the constitutional recognition of sports’ importance. “While the Constitution acknowledges the value of sports, it’s our duty to translate this into action.As institutions, we work tirelessly to ensure this vision becomes a reality for our region. The martial arts movement is a cornerstone of Umbria’s sports scene, and today’s event further solidifies its significance.”
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List of Winners:
GOLDEN Umbria
Judo:
Alessandro Bicorgni
federica Pharaoh
Tommaso Fava
Annalisa Massoli
Gianluca Picchi
Wrestling:
Giovanni Bianconi
Riccardo Borici
Adele Ceccarelli
Francesco Cesarini
Alice Della Vedova
Lorenzo Lausi
Angelo Lupparelli
Jonathan Molfino
Francesco Rosati
Nicola Maria Rosignoli
Jujitsu:
Luna Beata
Gabriele Rosi
Karate:
Giulia Bennati
federico Binaglia
Giulio Bosetti
C. Andrée Cristache
Veronica Fuso
Eva Magrini
Ettore Senape
Anita Pazzi
SILVER Umbria
Judo:
Lorenzo Cascelli
Diego De Matteo
Jacopo Desideri
Marco Manganelli
Samuele Vitali
Wrestling:
Clay Amadio
Alessandro Barboni
Amarildo Borici
Joseph’ A. Chunga Carreno
walter Ciotti
adam Toccetti
Federici
Eleonora
Luke Allan Gaggiano
Simone Gaggioli
Martinelli Mattia
Mosquera lenin
Federico Nocentini
Gaetanao M. Perrotta
Pitotti Francesco
Luis E. Quintana Martinez
Matteo,aged thirty
Luigi Zanini
Enrico Zazzaretti
Jujitsu Practitioners
Nora Billorosso
Federico Giambenedetti
Francesco Pagliaro
Karate Enthusiasts
Aline Coulon
Roberto Belelli
Alessandra Guazzaroni
Martellini Nicholas
Francesco Rossi
Umbria’s Bronze Achievers
Judo Champions
Michael™ Balzana
Elisa™ Bedori
Andrea ™ Biasin
Daniele trousers
Nicoló Campomaggi
sara™ Carlini
Monica Cherubini
Manuel Cook
Michele™ Damiani
Federica Fioriti
Alessio™ Giommi
Katy Loschi
Stefania™ Meniconi
Oscar ™ Niccacci
Alessio Panfili
Daniele™ Piermaria
Cesare Radicchi
Marco Ragni
Marco™ ronchetti
Daniele(tm) Saber
Cristiano™ Turrini
Malika Zitouni
Wrestling Stars
Michael balzana
Filippo Brizzi
Cardarelli Michele
Giordano Emili
Alexandru Foltea
Singh Mamanveer
Frame Mint
Matteo Murasecco
Alessandro Paoletti
Federico Rotoni
Jujitsu Masters
jacopo Alessandrelli
Alex Chiappini
Filippo Fanini
Edoardo Ferramosche Betti
Matteo Montanari
Karate Experts
Giovanni Adinolfi
Giuseppe Antognozzi
Luca Antognozzi
Isabella baby Mara
Nicolò Belillo
Leone Bissoli
Cristian Braccini
Leonardo Brachini
Diego Take care
Simone Brunetti
Hat Alexander
Ceccarelli Vittoria
Maria Francesco chianella
Tommaso this is
Cianchetti Matteo
Carolina Cicchinelli
emma I know
Alessandro yesterday
ludovica D’angelo
Emanue By simone
The Enchanting World of Martina Rose
Tommaso Dini
Pietro Divarov
Meghi Fejzullah
Edoardo Ferdinandi
Mauel Fiorucci
Aurora Galletti
Vittorio Cats
Mathias Gentile
Jacopo giuliani
Nicolas Gorovei
Carlo impiccini
Leonardo Long
Mathias Marsili
Matilde Milanesi
Sofia Mercuri
Flavia Minister
Simone Morganti
Sara Murino
Mattia Mozzillo
Sonila Pacani
Federico Palmerini
Ilaria Pascucci
Thomas Perini
Riccardo Pierbattisti
Edoardo Ragani
Regnicoli’s estate
Teresa riommi
giulia Rossetti
Cristiano Rossi
Vittoria Santori
Sofia Sarais
Giovanni Sargeni
Simone Sciarra
Sofia Debark
Serena Sforzini
Eleonora Sordini
Alessia G. Timofti
Lorenzo Torti
Giulia Treggia
Tommaso Treggia
Augustus Auger
Francesco Zedda
Purple Zoppetti
Here is a concise summary of the key points from the text:
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Premio Umbria Olimpica: Highlighted athletes like Paolo Camanni dongdong (set for Paris Paralympics), Jonathan Molfino (world wrestling champion), Asia Pergolesi, Emanuel Romagnoli, and Samuele Ruffini for their international success.
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Campioni a Scuola Scholarships: Awarded to Annalisa Massoli (Judo), Nicolò Campomaggi (Judo), Francesco Pitotti (Fighting), Federico Binaglia (karate), and Filippo Fanini (JuJitsu).
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Youth Award: Recognized clubs like Judo Kodokan Gubbio, Foligno Academy, Yamaguchi Karate, Club La Dolce Arte, and Sestito Academy of Martial Art for increasing pre-competitive youth participation.
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amici award: Bestowed upon Polisportiva Ternana and Virtus Buonconvento for their support of the Umbrian martial arts movement.
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Lifetime Achievement Award: Honored Judo Club Deruta and its legendary master,peppe Guiducci,for 60 years of dedication. Technician Celestino Magnini was also recognized as a Meritorious Master.
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Special Prize: Awarded to individuals like Walter Binucci (Judo), Eleonora Federici (Fight), Enrico Tempesta (Karate), and Pompilio Attili (Jujitsu) for excelling in their fields.
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White-Yellow Belt: Presented to Pierluigi vossi and Marco Schenardi, Sports Councilors of Perugia and Terni, symbolizing their ongoing journey in martial arts.
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Closing Reflections: President Andrea Arena and CONI Vice President Aurelio Forcignanò emphasized the resilience and growth of martial arts post-pandemic, underscoring its role in shaping students into responsible citizens.
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Golden and silver Umbria Awards: Recognized athletes across Judo,Wrestling,Jujitsu,and Karate for their achievements. Examples include Alessandro Bicorgni (Judo), Giovanni Bianconi (Wrestling), Luna Beata (Jujitsu), and Giulia Bennati (Karate).
