The Banten contingent has successfully earned their first medal by winning a bronze in the sport of Judo at the 2025 National Sports Week (PON) Martial Arts event in Kudus, Central Java.

This medal was earned by the pair Intan Oktaviani Putri and Putri Dhamma Yanthi in the women’s team Ju no Kata category.

The bronze medal from Judo marks a good start for the Banten contingent at the 2025 PON Martial Arts and proves that sports talent from the Land of Jawara can compete at the national level.

In a tightly contested match, the athlete duo from Tangerang City who are part of the Training Center demonstrated their best performance.

With a total score of 331 points, they successfully secured third place. The gold medal was won by the host Central Java, while the silver medal went to Bali.

“We are very proud to represent Banten and present this medal,” said Intan Oktaviani Putri.

Putri stated that this medal is very meaningful for her to continue training and improving her skills for the next national event.

“I’m very happy to win a medal at PON for the second time,” said Putri.

Unlike her previous experience, Putri Dhamma Yanthi felt a more relaxed and enjoyable atmosphere in this competition. “Now it’s more enjoyable because of daily training, both physical, flexibility, and other exercises,” she said.

The coach expressed gratitude for his students’ achievement.

“We are grateful our athletes could win a medal. Considering the opponents from other regions were quite strong. But with training and strong determination, these two Tangerang City athletes successfully presented a medal for Banten,” he said.

He mentioned that Putri and Intan were able to maintain the achievement previously earned at the Aceh PON. According to him, this success serves as great motivation for Banten Judo athletes to continue striving for achievements.

Banten

Banten is a province on the island of Java, Indonesia, historically renowned for the Banten Sultanate, a powerful and cosmopolitan Islamic kingdom that was a major trading hub from the 16th to 18th centuries. Its most famous landmark is the Grand Mosque of Banten, built in the 16th century, which features a unique multi-tiered roof and a separate, unusual five-story minaret thought to be designed by a Chinese Muslim. The ruins of the Surosowan Palace and Fort Speelwijk nearby stand as remnants of its former glory and its interactions with European powers.

National Sports Week (PON)

National Sports Week, known as Pekan Olahraga Nasional (PON), is Indonesia’s premier multi-sport event held every four years. It was first organized in 1948 in Solo, Central Java, to promote national unity and athletic development following Indonesia’s independence. The event brings together thousands of athletes from all provinces to compete in various sports.

Kudus

Kudus is a city in Central Java, Indonesia, known as the “City of Saints” due to its historical role in the spread of Islam on the island. It is most famous for the Menara Kudus (Kudus Tower), a unique mosque minaret built in the 16th century that blends Hindu-Buddhist and Islamic architectural styles. The site was established by Sunan Kudus, one of the nine Javanese saints (Wali Songo) who introduced Islam to the region.

Central Java

Central Java is a province of Indonesia located on the island of Java, renowned as the cultural and historical heart of the Javanese people. It is home to some of the world’s most significant religious monuments, including the 9th-century Borobudur, the largest Buddhist temple on earth, and the Hindu temple complex of Prambanan. Historically, the region was the center of powerful empires like the Buddhist Sailendra and Hindu Mataram, which left behind a rich legacy of art, architecture, and tradition.

Judo

Judo is a modern Japanese martial art that was created in 1882 by Jigoro Kano. It evolved from the ancient samurai fighting style of jujutsu, with a focus on throws, pins, and submissions, but with an emphasis on safety, physical education, and moral development. Judo became an official Olympic sport in 1964.

Ju no Kata

“Ju no Kata” is not a place or cultural site, but a set of judo techniques. It is one of the formal kata (pre-arranged forms) of Kodokan Judo, created by Jigoro Kano. The form, whose name translates to “Forms of Gentleness,” consists of 15 techniques that demonstrate the principle of using an opponent’s force against them.

Land of Jawara

I am unable to provide a summary for the “Land of Jawara” as I cannot find any notable cultural sites or places specifically known by that name. It is possible this refers to a local or lesser-known location. If you have more context, such as the country or region, I would be happy to try again.

Tangerang City

Tangerang City is a major industrial and manufacturing hub located in Banten Province, Indonesia, on the western outskirts of Jakarta. Historically, it was a significant settlement for the Chinese community, with the “Benteng” (Fort) area serving as a cultural center, and it played a role in the defense of the Sultanate of Banten against the Dutch. Today, it is a densely populated city known for its factories and as a key part of the Greater Jakarta metropolitan area.