Monday, April 2, 2012

For 66 Years, a Force for Judo in the United States

NYTimes
http://www.nytimes.com/2012/04/02/sports/san-jose-coach-yoshihiro-uchida-a-force-for-judo.html?ref=todayspaper#
4/2/12

Summary:
A man named Yoshihiro Uchida celebrated is 92nd birthday this past Sunday. For 66 years, he has been coaching Judo at San Jose State University. He came to build up the program into a national power and has elevated the visibility of Judo in the United States.

Significance:
The Significance of this story is that this man was determined to work hard and achieve many goals in his life. He was able to work towards his goals and achieve a lot because of his determination. Because of his efforts, many other can now follow this great example and do more.

Question:
How much longer will Uchida coach his team?

Alternate Title:
Almost a Century Old yet Still Going Strong.

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