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.

Kiri Mayers Judo Aotearoa Secretary
Kimura Azuma Judo Aotearoa Japanese Lia

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.

Fred Freki Judo Aotearoa Finance Development

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.

Fred Freki Judo Aotearoa Finance Development

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.

Fred Freki Judo Aotearoa Finance Development

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.

Fred Freki Judo Aotearoa Finance Development

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.

Fred Freki Judo Aotearoa Finance Development

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.

Fred Freki Judo Aotearoa Finance Development

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.

Fred Freki Judo Aotearoa Finance Development

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.

Fred Freki Judo Aotearoa Finance Development

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.

Fred Freki Judo Aotearoa Finance Development