Brazilian middle blocker Judson claims the top spot in blocks during the 2026-2027 Japanese Men's Volleyball League.
Brazilian middle blocker Judson captured the individual lead in blocks during the 2026-2027 Japanese Men's Volleyball League on Sunday, November 1st, after a stellar defensive performance on the court.
Playing for the JTEKT Stings, Judson delivered four crucial blocks to help his team secure a 3-sets-to-1 victory against Voreas Hokkaido, with set scores of 20-25, 29-27, 25-20, and 25-21.
This dominant display on the net elevated his season total to 14 blocks, allowing him to surpass his international competitors at the top of the defensive rankings, according to information published by WEBVOLEI.
Judson defensive dominance on the net
Judson now sits alone at the summit of the blocking charts with 14 total points in the fundamental skill. His impressive outing against Voreas Hokkaido solidified his status as one of the premier defensive threats in Asian professional volleyball.
Japan national standout Keigo Nishimoto, representing the Hiroshima Thunders, and Slovenian star Jan Kozamernik, playing for the Tokyo Great Bears, closely follow behind in the standings with 13 block points each.
Offensive contributions and match statistics
Beyond his defensive prowess at the net, Judson proved to be a highly versatile weapon on offense during the four-set encounter. He finished the match with a total of 15 points, adding 11 successful kills from spikes.
The Brazilian middle blocker maintained an exceptional 65% success rate on his offensive attacks. He trailed only French opposite hitter Stephen Boyer, who led the scoring charge for the team with 24 total points.
JTEKT Stings remain undefeated in the league
The collective success of Judson and Boyer has propelled the JTEKT Stings to the very top of the league table as the only undefeated squad remaining in the tournament, boasting a flawless record of four victories in four matches.
Chasing the leaders closely in the standings are the Sakai Blazers featuring opposite Chizoba, the Osaka Bluteon led by Cuban star Lopez, and the Nagoya Wolfdogs, all holding identical records of three wins and one loss.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who leads the block ranking in the Japanese Volleyball League?
Brazilian middle blocker Judson leads the block ranking in the 2026-2027 Japanese Volleyball League with 14 points, playing for the JTEKT Stings.
Which team does Judson play for in Japan?
Judson plays for the JTEKT Stings, which currently stands as the only undefeated team in the tournament with four wins in four matches.
Who are Judson's closest competitors in the blocking statistics?
Keigo Nishimoto of the Hiroshima Thunders and Jan Kozamernik of the Tokyo Great Bears are right behind Judson with 13 block points each.
