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Judo Black Belts In Nelson
Nelson judoka had a treat last month when two holders of the black belt, Ricki Koike, of Japan, and New Zealand black belt champion Jim McPhie, gave instruction in Nelson, Ricki is a 3rd dan black belt who was sent out to New Zealand to study farming methods. Jim, a 1st dan black belt, was on an instruction tour of judo clubs.
While Ricki and other judoka look on, pint-sized Ian Evendon, of Motueka, throws McKie.
Ricki's turn, and McPhie bites the canvas.
The girls have a turn: Mila Droojinin tosses Mary-Anne Ralfe to the mat.
Nine-year-old Gary Bradley and Malcolm Taylor, both Motueka, work out.
Dave Allan (Nelson) and Maine Menzies (Blenheim) size each other up.