1.   But Japanese judo officials did not seriously consider such a move because the Japanese athletes need to participate to remain competitive.

2.   It is not clear whether U.S. judo officials will give up a mat-side spot so that Ogasawara can coach Liliko and Schutz in Atlanta.

3.   Judo officials have long debated using white and blue judogi to differentiate between competitors in a match.

4.   U.S. judo officials consider it the most important competition of the season.