Jess Alaynick of the Jason Morris Judo Center in Glenville earned a bronze medal in the +78 kg division at the Santiago Open in Chile on June 27, 2026. The result added 50 ranking points to her record and moved her to a career‑high world ranking of 93.
The Santiago Open attracted competitors from across the international judo circuit, with the +78 kg class featuring some of the sport’s top athletes. Alaynick’s performance secured her third‑place finish, placing her behind the gold and silver medalists and confirming her ability to contend at this level.
The 50 points awarded for the bronze medal contribute to Alaynick’s ascent in the International Judo Federation rankings. Reaching the 93rd spot worldwide represents a personal best and reflects the growing depth of judo talent emerging from the Saratoga region.
Alaynick trains at the Jason Morris Judo Center, a facility that has produced several athletes who compete nationally and abroad. Her recent success underscores the center’s role in developing competitors capable of earning points and rankings on the world stage.
The Santiago Open took place on June 27, 2026, and served as a key fixture in the international judo calendar. Athletes competing there earn points that feed into the season‑long ranking system, making each medal an important factor in world standings.
Observers of the Saratoga judo community view Alaynick’s bronze as a sign that the region’s training programs are producing athletes capable of competing against established international contenders.
Future tournaments will test whether Alaynick can maintain her momentum and further improve her position among the world’s top heavyweight judokas.