Jiu-jitsu elite hunt Cape Town glory
The Jiu-Jitsu Federation Namibia (JJFN) has officially named its team for the upcoming Anu Dhabi Jiu-Jitsu Pro (AJP) Tour South African national jiu-jitsu championship (both Gi and No-Gi).
The prestigious continental event will take place in Cape Town, South Africa, from Saturday 24 to Sunday 25 October.
The chosen squad comprises elite martial artists who earned their selection through exceptional competitive results, dedication, and discipline.
Marking a significant milestone for Namibian martial arts, official national colours have been awarded to 21 selected athletes.
The selected delegation features elite competitors who earned their positions through outstanding discipline, commitment and competitive performances.
Simultaneously, 15 promising athletes were named to the Development Team, reflecting the federation’s strategic focus on nurturing talent and expanding the future footprint of jiu-jitsu across the country.
National colours earned
Sheena Dornubari Edamkue, Peter Ernie Garthoff, Joshua Caleb Lucas, Joshua Opali Obuya, Geoffrey Junior Kitongo, Xavier Zayden Tsuob, Saima Nailoke Tupopyeni Mbendeka, Gabriel Mwanachilenga Obuya, Jeremy Natangwe Nehoya, Ibitola Iyaloo Akinocho, Noah Hannes Nehoya, Jacobus Burger Blaauw, Ava Ndinelao Nehoya,
Janro Lamprecht, Jethro Black, John-Marshall Klazen, Jonathan Jaydon Jansen, Afra-Maya Kathrein Dhanaka Schulz, Jonathan Richard Steinbach, Brandon-Lee Shonville Similo, and Tertia Madelein Klazen.
The Development Team
Anashe Amarah Chiripai, Isaiah Tuvoyeomwa-Duncan Edamkue, Shaun William Eastes, Nylah Do Carmo Coelho, Paulus Eden Nafimane Hamukwaya, Timothy Musuuo, Gabriella Ndinelao Lucia Taatinamene Nghitukwa, Khuma Perez Malgas, Jeremy Musuuo, Mason Denilson Reeze Kauraisa, Leslie Watts Trollope, Kaiden Ezekiel Yambeko Shiimi, Seth Ignatius Tendaishe Mutasa, Tahro Opperman, and Werner Ahrens.
Leadership and Operational Preparation
The contingent will be led on the mats by team manager BN Shoombe, who received national colours, alongside national coach Nilson Coelho.
The federation noted that representing the nation internationally is both a privilege and a responsibility, commending the athletes, parents, coaches, and clubs for their relentless dedication.
As final preparations conclude, Jiu-Jitsu Federation Namibia expressed full confidence in the squad, anticipating strong performances as the national flag flies proudly in Cape Town.
