Dear athletes, coaches and delegates: On behalf of the Panamerican Judo Confederation, receive the most cordial welcome to this event that will take place in the Dominican Republic.

I take this opportunity to express my personal thanks for the support that the Federation's work team has given us Judo Dominicana and its President, Mr. Gilberto García.

The Pan-American Judo Confederation wishes success to all competitors and that this event is full of achievements and satisfactions for all of you.