José Homminga

Josefina "José" Homminga (born 16 June 1953) is a Dutch former judoka. She was a member of Judokwai Huissen and the Dutch national team.

Judo career
Homminga was one of the earliest Dutch female judokas at the highest level. She won the bronze medal at the 1977 European Judo Championships and the silver medal at the 1979 European Judo Championships. Next to those championships she had eleven other international podium achievements between 1972 and 1980, including winning the German Open in Marl in 1976, the British Open in London in 1977 and the Dutch Open in Kerkrade in 1978. At national championships she had seven podium positions between 1972 and 1978, including becoming national champion in 1975 and 1976. She also competed at the 1980 World Judo Championships the inaugural female World Championships in New York City.

Characteristics
According to the female national coach Karel Gietelink her condition improved over the years and recovers faster. She  is characterized by him that she can compete well while standing, but often finishes her opponent on the ground.

Personal life
Homminga was born on 16 June 1953. She lived in Voorburg. Next to judo she worked as a kindergarten teacher. 

References

Category:1953 births
Category:Living people
Category:Dutch judoka
Category:Sportspeople from South Holland