# Colombian youth judo development > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/colombian-youth-judo-development > Updated: 2026-10-20T00:15:23.000Z. Sources: 6. Developments: 2. Colombian judo athletes have demonstrated success in regional and national competitions. In Palmira, 13-year-old María Lucía García Fernández secured a gold medal in the Under-15 category at the 2026 Intercolegiados Departmental Games and a bronze medal at the National Games. Meanwhile, the Meta Judo League delegation earned one silver and three bronze medals at the National Championship in Ibagué, though officials noted concerns regarding economic support for future qualifying events. Efforts to foster talent have expanded through the national meeting of Judo Talent Schools in Bogotá. This initiative involves 76 children and adolescents from five different schools across the country, focusing on technical and pedagogical training. The program, which operates across 31 departments and includes 106 schools, aims to strengthen physical and competitive abilities among youth athletes. Sports Minister Juliana Gutiérrez has highlighted the program’s role in national progress, noting that the strategy has identified 160 potential talents to date. ## Timeline ### 2026-10-20: Colombia hosts national judo talent development meeting in Bogotá A national meeting of Judo Talent Schools in Bogotá is training 76 young athletes from across Colombia to develop competitive skills and personal growth. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/colombia-hosts-national-judo-talent-development-meeting-in-bogot ### 2026-09-28: Colombian judo athletes secure medals in regional competitions Colombian judo athletes secured multiple medals at recent competitions, with 13-year-old María Lucía García Fernández winning gold in Palmira, while Meta's delegation faces funding uncertainty. 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/colombian-judo-athletes-secure-medals-in-regional-competitions --- Cite as: Colombian youth judo development. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/colombian-youth-judo-development