Development
Squad 2025
INTRODUCING OUR 2025 DEVELOPMENT SQUAD
FIN POLKINGHORNE / Brown Belt
Alan is responsible for the day to day operation of JA. Al has a strong passion for sport and a deep appreciation of Judo.
LUCAS DJAIZ / Brown Belt
Kiri first experienced the world of Judo when her son began training at age eight. Six years on and she has seen firsthand the many positive benefits of Judo for children and young people. Kiri is excited to be a part of the Judo Aotearoa Development Charitable Trust and have the opportunity to help provide access and support for as many kids as possible to learn and excel in this great sport.
CHARLES THERON / Brown Belt
Born in Kobe, Kuma has been doing Judo from 10 years old he now resides in the sunny beachside town of Orewa where he and his family run the famous Yawara ramen restaurant. Kuma is a integral part of Judo Aotearoa with his deep connections to Japan.
HAMISH DONALDSON / Brown Belt
A banking and finance professional with over 15 years’ experience. Fred brings an array of skills across customer relations, project management, delivery and regulatory compliance. Proven ability to lead and manage complex projects from conception to completion, on time and within budget.
BENJAMIN AMUIMUIA / Blue Belt
A banking and finance professional with over 15 years’ experience. Fred brings an array of skills across customer relations, project management, delivery and regulatory compliance. Proven ability to lead and manage complex projects from conception to completion, on time and within budget.
ZAC CLAYDON / Brown Belt
A banking and finance professional with over 15 years’ experience. Fred brings an array of skills across customer relations, project management, delivery and regulatory compliance. Proven ability to lead and manage complex projects from conception to completion, on time and within budget.
BRODIE MAY / Brown Belt
A banking and finance professional with over 15 years’ experience. Fred brings an array of skills across customer relations, project management, delivery and regulatory compliance. Proven ability to lead and manage complex projects from conception to completion, on time and within budget.
MARCUS INOUE-MATAMUA / Blue Belt
A banking and finance professional with over 15 years’ experience. Fred brings an array of skills across customer relations, project management, delivery and regulatory compliance. Proven ability to lead and manage complex projects from conception to completion, on time and within budget.
SETH HEKE / Green Belt
A banking and finance professional with over 15 years’ experience. Fred brings an array of skills across customer relations, project management, delivery and regulatory compliance. Proven ability to lead and manage complex projects from conception to completion, on time and within budget.
DEVON METZGER-FEKI / Orange Belt
A banking and finance professional with over 15 years’ experience. Fred brings an array of skills across customer relations, project management, delivery and regulatory compliance. Proven ability to lead and manage complex projects from conception to completion, on time and within budget.
JACOB NGUYEN / Orange Belt
A banking and finance professional with over 15 years’ experience. Fred brings an array of skills across customer relations, project management, delivery and regulatory compliance. Proven ability to lead and manage complex projects from conception to completion, on time and within budget.
SAWYER APLIN / Yellow Belt
A banking and finance professional with over 15 years’ experience. Fred brings an array of skills across customer relations, project management, delivery and regulatory compliance. Proven ability to lead and manage complex projects from conception to completion, on time and within budget.