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Cohen Brothers Judo Welcomes Champion from Bulgaria
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Cohen Brothers Judo Club based out of 150 N Fairway Dr suite 156 in Vernon Hills has always been known for their World Class athletes and coaches. They have brought on a new coach to their staff to help improve and bring new training methods to the athletes and coaching staff. Born Stoichko Tarpanliyski but the kids call him Itsu for short. "Itsu has bonded with all the kids in the club & each athletes shows a great sign of respect for him" says former Jr. World Team Member and multiple Jr. National Champion Danny Satinsky.
Not only is Itsu coaching kids at the club but he is training full time. He does weights and conditioning in the morning and his Judo training in the evening.
The Bulgarian star also has an obligation to compete for Cohen Brothers Judo Club in strong competitions around the country. He has taken gold medals in the Wisconsin State Championships, Midwestern Championships and Ocean State Championships. His next competition will be in New York City June 11th.
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5x Sr. National Champion Aaron Cohen said "This is why I love judo, you meet new friends from all around the world and you become a closer family, it's a real honor to bring in different training methods and partners from the other side of the globe. We are very fortunate"
Their goals are not just the national scene but to break the international and Olympic stage one day.
