








Date: Saturday, October 11, 2014
Time: Tournament 11am, Referee Meeting at 10am, Competitor Rules meeting at 10:30am.
Cost: Only $50 for those who preregister ($60 at the door) and you can compete in as many divisions as you want (Preregistration’s must be in our hands no later than 10/10/14 and the forms will be at the bottom of this page).
$40 for children ($50 at the door)
Format: Gi and No Gi SUBMISSION ONLY. Also includes Men, Women, kids, Teens, and masters divisions
Location: Graham High School in Bluefield, VA
As always, we want all of our competitors to have as much fun as possible, so we offer a well organized tournament that is fair and offers a ton of matches at a low price. Because there is no additional cost and it is double elimination, each competitor has the chance to compete a minimum of 6 times if they did all divisions in the gi and no gi tournaments (regular divisions and absolute divisions).
There will be children’s, teens, women’s, men’s (18-30), and masters divisions (31 and above). The weight classes for both gi and no gi will be as follows:
Adult Men (Masters class uses the same weight categories):
149.9 & Below
150 lbs. to 164.9 lbs.
165 lbs. to 179.9 lbs.
180 lbs. to 194.9 lbs.
195 lbs. to 209.9 lbs.
210 lbs. to 224.9 lbs.
225 lbs. & Above
***Many times there are not enough purple belt and above competitors to fill every weight class. In that case, we will make the weight classes as even as possible
Adult Women:
135 & Under (Lightweight)
136 & Over (Middleweight)
Weight classes for teens will be divided at the tournament but the age brackets will be divided as follows:
Kids 5-7, 8-10, 11-12, Teens 13-15, 16-17
Adult Gi Competitors – White, Blue, & Purple & Above
Adult No Gi Competitors:
*** Those who compete in the Blue Belt Gi Division must compete in the Intermediate or Advanced No-Gi Divisions
*** Those who compete in the Purple Belt & Above Gi Division must compete in the Advanced No-Gi Division
Masters Division (Ages 31 yrs & above)
Masters Divisions follow all the same experience levels as the other adult categories
Teens 13-17
*** Weight classes and experience levels may need to be combined according to attendance
Kids 6-12
*** Weight classes and experience levels may need to be combined according to attendance
Saturday 8am-11am
Please let me know if there are any questions,
Butch Hiles
www.wvgrapplingopen.com
304-549-9370
$50.00 pre-registration for all adult competitors ($60 at the door)
$40.00 for children ($50 at the door) – $50 pre-registartion if they are doing adult division as well
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The West Virginia Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and Submission Wrestling State Championships are set to return this August 16th in Charleston, WV as part of the WEST VIRGINIA GAMES 2014.
Men’s & Women’s Absolute Cash Divisions Added
Women’s No Gi Absolute – $200
Men’s White Belt Absolute – $150
Men’s Blue Belt – $200
Men’s Purple Belt – $300
Men’s Brown/Black Belt (combined) – $300
All 1st-3rd place finishers will win an official state championship medal and be declared the WV State Grappling Champion of 2014.
The team with the highest amount of team wins (1st-3rd) will receive a custom state championship banner to hang in there gym with the year that their team has won. Previous team winners have been GZFS (2010, 2012, and 2013) and Butch Hiles BJJ (2009 and 2011)
Pre-Register now:
Pre-registration links are below and the deadline is August 14th. T-shirts will go fast, so please register ASAP to receive yours.
Cost: Only 55$ for adult male divisions and you can compete in as many divisions as you want, and only 40$ for women and children. It is 65$ for adult men at the door and 50$ for women and children at the door (the post mark date is August 14th, 2014).
Women wishing to compete in the No-Gi Advanced Division for the $200 cash prize must pre-register at $50. This division will be capped, so please get your entry in ASAP.
Pre-Registration Links:
Adult Men Competing in the Absolute Cash Divisions
Children/Teens (Any teens wanting to do the men’s/women’s event must register as an adult)
Women’s No-Gi Absolute for $200 (use thins link if you wish to compete in the cash division)
Women Who Only Want to Compete in the Regular Divisions
We will fill in your divisions at the tournament in case any last minute changes are made by the competitor.
Sponsored by Shield Roofing
On Saturday, August 16th, 2014 Charleston, West Virginia will, once again, host the official state Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and Submission Wrestling State Championships as part of the “West Virginia Games.” The WV Games is a huge event that takes place on Magic Island, which is located on the Kanawha River in the capital of West Virginia and offers a scenic backdrop to a flurry of athletic competitions and events. This is a family friendly event and we encourage all of our competitors to bring their friends and families so they can enjoy all of the other events and activities during the tournament.
Besides the Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and Submission Wrestling State Championships, the WV Games will also feature several family friendly sporting events from all around the state and country. With the addition of our numerous vendors and activities, we feel that this is an event that everyone should try and make part of their schedule because it is very rare that you can keep the entire family entertained while waiting for your chance to hit the mats.
Sports Fest is a professional volleyball tournament and a professional jet-ski event that will be featured on national television. This will just add to the excitement bring bigger and better things to the event as a whole! For more information on sports fest click: http://www.evptour.com/
As always, we want all of our competitors to have as much fun as possible, so we offer a well organized tournament that is fair for all and offers a ton of matches at a low price. In fact, each competitor has the chance to compete a minimum of six times, if they compete in their respective divisions in both the gi and no gi tournaments as well as the absolute divisions. Keep an eye out for continued updates.
There will be children’s, teens, women’s, masters, and men’s divisions and the weight classes for both gi and no gi will be as follows:
Adult Men: 149.9 & Below 150 lbs. to 164.9 lbs. 165 lbs. to 179.9 lbs. 180 lbs. to 194.9 lbs. 195 lbs. to 209.9 lbs. 210 lbs. to 224.9 lbs. 225 lbs. & Above
Adult Women: 135 & Under (Lightweight) 136 & Over (Middleweight)
Weight classes for teens will be divided at the tournament but the age brackets will be divided as follows: Kids 5-7, 8-10, 11-12, Teens 13-15, 16-17
Adult Gi Competitors – White, Blue, & Purple & Above
Adult No Gi Competitors:
*** Those who compete in the Blue Belt Gi Division must compete in the Intermediate or Advanced No-Gi Divisions
*** Those who compete in the Purple Belt & Above Gi Division must compete in the Advanced No-Gi Division
Masters Division (Ages 31 yrs & above)
Masters Divisions follow all the same experience levels as the other adult categories
Teens 13-17
*** Weight classes and experience levels may need to be combined according to attendance
Kids 5-12
*** Weight classes and experience levels may need to be combined according to attendance
Further information about the entire event can also be found on www.theWVgames.com
Please contact the event coordinator for additional details and/or questions: Butch Hiles 304-549-9370 info@theWVgames.com
Don’t forget to pre-register for an additional discount!!!
Pre-registration links are below and the deadline is August 14th. T-shirts will go fast, so please register ASAP to receive yours.
Cost: Only 55$ for adult male divisions and you can compete in as many divisions as you want, and only 40$ for women and children. It is 65$ for adult men at the door and 50$ for women and children at the door (the post mark date is August 14th, 2014).
Women wishing to compete in the No-Gi Advanced Division for the $200 cash prize must pre-register at $50. This division will be capped, so please get your entry in ASAP.
Pre-Registration Links:
Adult Men Competing in the Absolute Cash Divisions
Children/Teens (Any teens wanting to do the men’s/women’s event must register as an adult)
Women’s No-Gi Absolute for $200 (use thins link if you wish to compete in the cash division)
Women Who Only Want to Compete in the Regular Divisions
We will fill in your divisions at the tournament in case any last minute changes are made by the competitor.
Please let me know if there are any questions,
Butch Hiles www.wvgrapplingopen.com
304-549-9370 or info@thewvgames.com
At the Door Registration:
65$ at the event, 50$ for women and children under 12 – price includes all events (gi and no gi)
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Friday from 7-9PM at the tournament location: Magic Island, Charleston, WV 25301 (101 Kanawha Blvd. W, Charleston, WV 25301 – on the river)
***Special arrangements can be made for those driving far distances, etc. If you have any questions, please contact Butch Hiles
Saturday from 8-10:30AM – Kids MUST be weighed in by 9:30
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Tournament Schedule:
Saturday: Kids/teens rules meeting at 9:30 and first match at 10am, so please be weighed in by 9:30AM
***The first kids match will be at 10AM, followed by teens
Adult rules meeting will be at 10:30AM and the first match will be at 11AM
***Gi Divisions will run first and we will run the highest belt levels first in all divisions
Saturday Match Schedule
9:30AM Kids Rules Meeting
10:00AM Kids/Teens Matches Begin
10:30AM Adult Rules Meeting
11:00AM Adult Matches Start (Purple Belts)
Things to Bring & Other Event Info
This is a fun, family friendly event, with a lot of vendors and other events going on around us. Many families like to bring extra chairs and some bring pop-up tents to lounge under. It’s a great place to grab some food and drinks from our vendors and enjoy some time with your friends and family while you watch some great sporting action. Besides the Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, there will be professional volleyball, professional jetski, cornhole tournaments, live music, and much more.
After Party
For those looking for something to eat and drink before you head home, meet us at the official after party spot – Adelphia Sports Bar & Grille
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The Holiday Inn Express has offered everyone an amazing deal but you must book ASAP because the rooms are filling up fast (Cutoff date TBA). You can call or book your reservations online and you will be given a discount by typing in, or telling them, a special code “WVG”
The hotel has recommended everyone use their website as they feel it’s the easiest way to book your room. See you soon!
Holiday Inn Express
100 Civic Center Drive
Charleston, WV 25301
304-345-0600
www.holidayinnexpresscharlestonwv.com
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For pre-registration, rules, divisions, events, and more
check the links below:
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Rules | No Gi Rules | Experience Levels
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Holiday Inn Express – Charleston, WV
First, I want to thank all of the great competitors and teams who made this event and amazing success. As always, this event is not possible with all of you great people.
Next tournament is 8/16/14 in Charleston, WV (State Championship)!
Kids 8-10
1. Jayah Corley (Moundsville/ Hiles BJJ)
2. Bailey Lemasters
3. Maverick
Kids 10-12
1. Jacob Smithson (Buckhannon BJJ)
2. Jacob Rannenberg (GZFS)
3. Caden Reyes (GZFS)
Mens No Gi Beginner
150-164.9
1. Chance Tolley (Hiles BJJ)
2. Matthew Haid (Gurgel)
3. Jason MIller (Gurgel)
165-179.9
1. Nathan Tuston (Moundsville/ HIles BJJ))
2. Keelen Hinton (Gurgel)
190 and Above
1. Kyle Holcomb (Junquiera)
2. Josh Armstead (Dawghouse)
150-164
1. Jonathan Rowh (GZFS)
2. Aaron Kinser (Dawghouse)
3. Michael Mobley (Hiles BJJ)
Mens No Gi Advanced
1. Cody Sole (Diego)
2. Jim Tinney (Hiles BJJ)
3. Jonathan Rowh (GZFS)
Mens No Gi Beginner MASTERS
195 and Above
1. Michael Talbot (Ribiero)
2. Charlie See (Gurgel)
Kids Gi 6-8
1. Caden Reyes
2. Jayah Corley (Moundsville/Hiles BJJ)
Kids 10-12 79.1 and Above
1. Jacob Smithson (Buckhannon BJJ)
2. Jacred Probst (Buckhannon BJJ)
3. Jacon Rannenberg (GZFS)
Adult Men Gi Divisions
150-164
1. Chance Tolley (Hiles BJJ)
2. Matthew Haid (Gurgel)
3. Jason Miller (Gurgel)
165-179.9
1. Jonathan Rowh (GZFS)
2. Keelon Hinton (Gurgel)
201-224
1. Kyle Holcomb (Junquiera)
2. Charlie See (Gurgel)
MASTERS White Belt
195-209
1. Michael Talbott (Saulo)
2. Charlie See (Gurgel)
149 and Under
1. Chad Rector
2. Bobby Bailey (Hiles BJJ)
165 lbs. to 179.9 lbs.
1. Kevin McLachlan (Junquiera)
2. Michael Mobley (Hiles BJJ)
180 lbs. to 194.9 lbs.
1. Jeff Breeden (Saulo)
2. Cody Sole (Diego)
Absolute
1. Kevin McLachlan (Junquiera)
2. Chad Rector (Gurgel)
Lightweight.
1. Jim Tinney (Hiles BJJ)
2. Ron Jacobs (Hiles BJJ)
Of course, you can still register at the door the day of the tournament
Weigh-ins
Friday (6/6/14): 6pm-8pm at Herbert Hoover
Saturday (6/7/14) 8:00am -10:30am at Herbert Hoover
In some cases, special arrangements can be made by calling Butch Hiles at 304-549-9370
Tournament Schedule
Saturday (6/7/14):
Weigh-ins will start at 8:00am
Rules Meeting at 10:30am
11:00am will start the first purple belt and above matches
Please arrive in plenty of time to get weighed in and attend the rules meeting.
The gi divisions will be the first thing to start following the no-gi advanced division and we will work from the highest belts down.
Double elimination format.
Legal and illegal techniques can be found here: https://wvgrapplingopen.com/rules/
Experience levels can be found here:
If there are any questions, please let us know.
WVGO
info@thewvgames.com
304-549-9370
Once again, our annual June Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Gi and No Gi Tournament returns to Hoover High School in Clendenin, WV (near Charleston, WV). This tournament features competitors from all around the surrounding states and is packed with high level competition!
Date: Saturday, June 7, 2014
Time: Tournament 11am, Referee Meeting at 10am, Competitor Rules meeting at 10:30am.
Cost: Only $50 for those who preregister ($65 at the door) and you can compete in as many divisions as you want (Preregistration’s must be in our hands no later than 6/5/2014 and the forms will be at the bottom of this page).
$40 for children ($50 at the door)
Format: Gi and No Gi DOUBLE ELIMINATION tournament. Also includes Men, Women, kids, Teens, and masters divisions
Location: Herbert Hoover High School, Clendenin, WV
As always, we want all of our competitors to have as much fun as possible, so we offer a well organized tournament that is fair and offers a ton of matches at a low price. Because there is no additional cost and it is double elimination, each competitor has the chance to compete a minimum of 6 times if they did all divisions in the gi and no gi tournaments (regular divisions and absolute divisions).
There will be children’s, teens, women’s, men’s (18-30), and masters divisions (31 and above). The weight classes for both gi and no gi will be as follows:
Adult Men (Masters class uses the same weight categories):
149.9 & Below
150 lbs. to 164.9 lbs.
165 lbs. to 179.9 lbs.
180 lbs. to 194.9 lbs.
195 lbs. to 209.9 lbs.
210 lbs. to 224.9 lbs.
225 lbs. & Above
***Many times there are not enough purple belt and above competitors to fill every weight class. In that case, we will make the weight classes as even as possible
Adult Women:
135 & Under (Lightweight)
136 & Over (Middleweight)
Weight classes for teens will be divided at the tournament but the age brackets will be divided as follows:
Kids 5-7, 8-10, 11-12, Teens 13-15, 16-17
Adult Gi Competitors – White, Blue, & Purple & Above
Adult No Gi Competitors:
*** Those who compete in the Blue Belt Gi Division must compete in the Intermediate or Advanced No-Gi Divisions
*** Those who compete in the Purple Belt & Above Gi Division must compete in the Advanced No-Gi Division
Masters Division (Ages 31 yrs & above)
Masters Divisions follow all the same experience levels as the other adult categories
Teens 13-17
*** Weight classes and experience levels may need to be combined according to attendance
Kids 5-12
*** Weight classes and experience levels may need to be combined according to attendance
Don’t forget to pre-register for an additional discount!!!
$50 for any adult competitor (this includes teens wishing to compete in the adult division)
$40 for women and children
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Weigh-ins to be held Friday 6pm-8pm at Hoover High School, unless special arrangements are made) and Saturday 8:30am-10:30am
Please let me know if there are any questions,
Butch Hiles
www.wvgrapplingopen.com
304-549-9370
Date: Saturday, May 3, 2014
Time: Tournament 11am (Cash tournament starts), Referee Meeting at 10am, Competitor Rules meeting at 10:30am.
Cost: Only $50 for those who preregister ($60 at the door) and you can compete in as many divisions as you want (Preregistration’s must be in our hands no later than 4/18/2013 and the forms will be at the bottom of this page).
$40 for children ($50 at the door)
Format: Gi and No Gi SUBMISSION ONLY. Also includes Men, Women, kids, Teens, and masters divisions
Location: Graham High School in Bluefield, VA
As always, we want all of our competitors to have as much fun as possible, so we offer a well organized tournament that is fair and offers a ton of matches at a low price. Because there is no additional cost and it is double elimination, each competitor has the chance to compete a minimum of 6 times if they did all divisions in the gi and no gi tournaments (regular divisions and absolute divisions).
There will be children’s, teens, women’s, men’s (18-30), and masters divisions (31 and above). The weight classes for both gi and no gi will be as follows:
Adult Men (Masters class uses the same weight categories):
149.9 & Below
150 lbs. to 164.9 lbs.
165 lbs. to 179.9 lbs.
180 lbs. to 194.9 lbs.
195 lbs. to 209.9 lbs.
210 lbs. to 224.9 lbs.
225 lbs. & Above
***Many times there are not enough purple belt and above competitors to fill every weight class. In that case, we will make the weight classes as even as possible
Adult Women:
135 & Under (Lightweight)
136 & Over (Middleweight)
Weight classes for teens will be divided at the tournament but the age brackets will be divided as follows:
Kids 5-7, 8-10, 11-12, Teens 13-15, 16-17
Adult Gi Competitors – White, Blue, & Purple & Above
Adult No Gi Competitors:
*** Those who compete in the Blue Belt Gi Division must compete in the Intermediate or Advanced No-Gi Divisions
*** Those who compete in the Purple Belt & Above Gi Division must compete in the Advanced No-Gi Division
Masters Division (Ages 31 yrs & above)
Masters Divisions follow all the same experience levels as the other adult categories
Teens 13-17
*** Weight classes and experience levels may need to be combined according to attendance
Kids 6-12
*** Weight classes and experience levels may need to be combined according to attendance
Weigh-ins to be held Friday (5pm-10pm, unless special arrangements are made) and Saturday 9am-11am
Please let me know if there are any questions,
Butch Hiles
www.wvgrapplingopen.com
304-549-9370
$50.00 pre-registration for all adult competitors ($60 at the door)
$40.00 for children ($50 at the door) – $50 pre-registartion if they are doing adult division as well
First, I want to thank all of the great competitors and teams who made this event and amazing success. We had a couple hundred competitors who gave it their all and some great refs and helpers that made this one of the best events yet. As always, this event is not possible with all of you great people.
Next tournament is 5/3/14 in Bluefield, VA
1. Manuel Lopez (Gurgel)
2. Jeff Courtney (Body Armor)
3. Josh Cole (MOV BJJ))/Jacob Hickman (Cobra MMA)
1. Cameron Knight (Gurgel)
2. Thomas Uylenbroek (Gurgel)
3. Corey Wamsley (Body Armor)/ Shane Mercer (Moundsville/Hiles BJJ)
Kids 6-8
1. Camden Wiese (Luiz)
2. Brayden Wiese (Luiz)
3. Jayah Corley (Moundsville/ Hiles BJJ)
Kids 9-11 Beginner
1. Jason Evans (Booshay/Hiles BJJ)
2. Jake Nagy (JDCA)
3. Evan Davis/ Lakoda Lantz
Kids 9-11
1. Jacob Rannenberg (GZFS)
2. Tyler Wiese (Luiz)
3. Evan Davis (GZFS)
Kids/Teens 12-14 Beginner
1. Devon Willis (Outlaw)
2. Matthew Dotson (JDCA)
Kids/Teens 12-14
1. Tanner Grimmett (JDCA)
2. Gabriel Price (Hiles BJJ)
3. Kasen Woody (Body Armor)
Teens 15-17 Beginner
1. Hunter Meude (Gurgel)
2. Allen Paugh
3. Michael Altizer (Booshay/Hiles BJJ)
Teens 15-17 Intermediate
1. Bobby Bailey (Booshay/Hiles BJJ)
2. Isaiah Estabrook (Hiles BJJ)
3. Cody Riehl
Teens 15-17 Advanced
1. Bobby Bailey (Booshay/Hiles BJJ)
2. Jacob Carder (Outlaw)
Teens 15-17 Female
1. Sammi Roberts (Moundsville/Hiles BJJ)
2. Loisa Smith (Cobra MMA)
3. Hanna Fuller (Cobra MMA)
150-178
1. Austin Linger (Body Armor)
2. John Page (Hiles BJJ)
3. Nathan Tustin (Moundsville/Hiles)
195 and Above
1. Brandon Howard (Bluegrass)
2. Scott Ripley (Hiles BJJ)
3. Sam Dorsey (Hiles BJJ)
210 and Above
1. Robert Tassen (GZ Huntington)
2. Shawn Murphy (Moundsville/Hiles)
Women’s No-gi 135 and Under
1. Sammi Roberts (Moundsville/ HIles BJJ)
2. Amanda Grimmett (Hiles BJJ)
149 and Below
1. Alex Martin (GZ)
2. Shane Mercer (Moundsville/Hiles BJJ)
150-164
1. Tommy Burton (Moundsville/Hiles BJJ)
2. Christopher Burrell (WV MMA)
180-209
1. Jeff Bentley (Hiles BJJ)
2. Jacob Mills (Body Armor)
225 and Above
1. Jeff Bentley (Hiles BJJ)
2. Jacob Hickman (Cobra MMA)
3. Shawn Perry (GZFS)
Mens No Gi Advanced
1. Josh Cole (Mov BJJ)
2. Jim Tinney (Hiles BJJ)
3. Chase Bowling (Cobra MMA)
Mens No Gi Beginner MASTERS
180 and Above
1. Michael Talbot (Ribiero)
2. James Jenkins (Hiles BJJ)
3. Robert Tassen (Gurgel)
225 and Above
1. Gary McConiley (Gurgel)
2. Shawn Perry (GZFS)
Kids Gi 6-8
1. Camdon Wiese (Luiz)
2. Jayah Corley (Moundsville/Hiles BJJ)
3. Brayden Wiese (Luiz)
Kids 9-11 Under 110
1. Jared Probst (Buckhannon JJ)
2. Jason Evans (Booshay/Hiles BJJ)
Kids 9-11 Over 110
1. Evan Davis (GZFS)
2. Lakoda Lantz (Body Armor)
Kids 9-11 Combined
1. Jared Probst (Buckhannon JJ)
2. Evan Davis (GZFS)
Kids 9-11 Yellow Belt Under 80lbs
1. Jacob Rannenberg (GZFS)
2. Tyler Wiese (Luiz)
Kids 9-11 Yellow Belt Over 80
1. Jake Nagy (JDCA)
Kids 9-11 Yellow Belt Combined
1. Jake Nagy (JDCA)
2. Jacob Rannenberg (GZFS)
3. Tyler Wiese (Luiz)
Teen 12-14
1. Tanner Grimmett (JDCA)
2. Jacob Smithson (Buckhannon JJ)
3. Gabriel Price (Hiles BJJ)
Teen Gi 14-17 Beginner (Female)
1. Arieana Green (Hiles BJJ)
2. Louisa Smith (Cobra MMA)
3. Sammi Roberts (Moundsville/Hiles BJJ)
Teen Gi 15-17 Beginner
1. Hunter Meude (Gurgel)
2. Jacob Carder (Outlaw)
3. Michael Altizer/ Allen Paugh (Booshay/Hiles BJJ)
Adult Men Gi Divisions
149 and Under
1. Alex Martin
2. John Page (Hiles BJJ)
150-164
1. Corey Wamsley (Body Armor)
2. Chris Burerell (WV MMA)
3. Austin Linger (Body Armor)
180-194.9
1. Jacob Mills (Body Armor)
2. James Jenkins (Hiles BJJ)
3. Josh Powers (Ribiero)
195-224
1. Robert Tassen (Gurgel)
2. Chris Hardy (Hiles BJJ)
225 and Above
1. Shawn Perry (GZFS)
2. Jacob Hickman (Cobra MMA)
3. Shawn Murphy (Moundsville/Hiles BJJ)
MASTERS White Belt
150-179
1. Tyler Jones (Zack Wilds)
2. John Arthur (Ribiero)
180-209
1. Ian Kline (WV MMA)
2. Michael Talbolt (Ribiero)
3. James Jenkins (Hiles BJJ)
165 lbs. to 179.9 lbs.
1. Brandon Harris (Hiles BJJ)
2. Tommy Burton (Moundsville/Hiles BJJ)
3. Jason Arbelo (Hiles BJJ)
Absolute
1. Chad Marsh (Body Armor)
2. Nathan Hedrick (Gurgel)
3. Jeff Courtney (Body Armor)
Lightweight.
1. Jim Tinney (Hiles BJJ)
2. Chase Bowling (Cobra MMA)
Cruiser weight
1. Adam Hager (Gurgel)
2. Gary McConily (Gurgel)
3. Josh Cole (Cobra MMA)
Absolute
1. Gary McConnily (Gurgel)
2. Josh Cole (MOV BJJ)
3. Chase Bowling (Cobra MMA)
160 and Under
1. Thomas Uylenbroek (Gurgel)
2. Jim Tinney (Hiles BJJ)
White Belt
1. Amanda Grimmett (Hiles BJJ)
2. Tiffany Henson (Gurgel)
1. Butch Hiles BJJ
2. Jorge Gurgel
Once again, our annual March Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Gi and No Gi Tournament returns to Hoover High School in Clendenin, WV (near Charleston, WV). This tournament features competitors from all around the surrounding states and is packed with high level competition!
Date: Saturday, March 22, 2014
Time: Tournament 11am (Cash tournament starts), Referee Meeting at 10am, Competitor Rules meeting at 10:30am.
Cost: Only $50 for those who preregister ($65 at the door) and you can compete in as many divisions as you want (Preregistration’s must be in our hands no later than 3/20/2014 and the forms will be at the bottom of this page).
$40 for children ($50 at the door)
$65 for those who are competing for the cash prizes but they may also compete in any other division at no extra charge
Format: Gi and No Gi DOUBLE ELIMINATION tournament with Cash Prizes for special absolute divisions. Also includes Men, Women, kids, Teens, and masters divisions
Location: Herbert Hoover High School, Clendenin, WV
Featuring two Absolute No Gi Divisions with a $350 cash prize for the winner of each division. These special divisions will be single elimination and the weight classes will be as follows:
170 lbs. and under and 171 lbs. and up
As always, we want all of our competitors to have as much fun as possible, so we offer a well organized tournament that is fair and offers a ton of matches at a low price. Because there is no additional cost and it is double elimination, each competitor has the chance to compete a minimum of 6 times if they did all divisions in the gi and no gi tournaments (regular divisions and absolute divisions).
There will be children’s, teens, women’s, men’s (18-30), and masters divisions (31 and above). The weight classes for both gi and no gi will be as follows:
Adult Men (Masters class uses the same weight categories):
149.9 & Below
150 lbs. to 164.9 lbs.
165 lbs. to 179.9 lbs.
180 lbs. to 194.9 lbs.
195 lbs. to 209.9 lbs.
210 lbs. to 224.9 lbs.
225 lbs. & Above
***Many times there are not enough purple belt and above competitors to fill every weight class. In that case, we will make the weight classes as even as possible
Adult Women:
135 & Under (Lightweight)
136 & Over (Middleweight)
Weight classes for teens will be divided at the tournament but the age brackets will be divided as follows:
Kids 6-8, 9-11, Teens 12-14, 15-17
Adult Gi Competitors – White, Blue, & Purple & Above
Adult No Gi Competitors:
*** Those who compete in the Blue Belt Gi Division must compete in the Intermediate or Advanced No-Gi Divisions
*** Those who compete in the Purple Belt & Above Gi Division must compete in the Advanced No-Gi Division
Masters Division (Ages 31 yrs & above)
Masters Divisions follow all the same experience levels as the other adult categories
Teens 12-17
*** Weight classes and experience levels may need to be combined according to attendance
Kids 6-11
*** Weight classes and experience levels may need to be combined according to attendance
Don’t forget to pre-register for an additional discount!!!
$50 for any adult competitor (this includes teens wishing to compete in the adult division)
$40 for women and children
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Weigh-ins to be held Friday (7:30pm-9:30pm at Hoover High School, unless special arrangements are made) and Saturday 8:30am-10:30am
Please let me know if there are any questions,
Butch Hiles
www.wvgrapplingopen.com
304-549-9370
(Brought to you by the WVGO)
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The Olympics of grappling are set to debut this December 7th, 2013 in Charleston, WV and will feature the best grapplers the state has ever seen.
Date: Saturday, December 7th, 2013
Time:Kids Tournament 10am, Kids Rules Meeting 9:30am, Adult Tournament 11am, Referee Meeting at 9:30am, Adult Competitor Rules meeting at 10:30am. Doors will open at 8am and professional grappling divisions will start between 1030-11. Kids will start before the pros and we will work from the most advanced divisions on down.
Cost: Only 65$ if you pre-register and you can compete in as many divisions as you want, and only 55$ for women and children. It is 85$ for those not pre-registered and 70$ for women and children (the final date to pre-register is December 5th, 2013)
Format: Official ADCC rules and scoring in both Gi and No Gi divisions, and Absolute divisions in each skill level (Click Here)
ADCC Professional Super-fight
There will be children’s, teens, women’s, masters, and men’s divisions and the weight classes for both gi and no gi will be as follows:
Experience levels are the same for kids, junior, adult, and masters
Adult Men Weight Classes Beginner & Intermediate:
***Please note that the advanced adult men will have different weight classes than the other divisions
132 & Below 132.1 lbs. to 143 lbs. 143.1 lbs. to 154 lbs. 154.1 lbs. to 167 lbs. 167.1 lbs. to 183 lbs. 183.1 lbs. to 200 lbs. 200.1 lbs. to 220 lbs 220.1 lbs. and above
Adult Men Advanced Weight Class (Professional)
145.2 & Below 145.3 lbs. to 169.5 lbs. 169.6 lbs. to 193.7 lbs. 193.8 lbs. to 218 lbs. 218.1 lbs. and above
Adult Men Masters Beginner – Advanced (30yrs and above)
132 lbs. & Below 132.1 lbs. to 143 lbs. 143.1 lbs. to 154 lbs. 154.1 lbs. to 167 lbs. 167.1 lbs. to 183 lbs. 183.1 lbs. to 200 lbs. 200.1 lbs. to 220 lbs. 220.1 lbs. and above
Adult Women Beginner – Intermediate: 114.4 lbs. & Under 114.5 lbs. – 128 lbs. 128.1 lbs. & Over
Adult Women Advanced (Professional): 132.2 lbs. & Under 132.3 & Over
Age Brackets for Kids: Kids 5-7, 8-10, 11-12
Weight Classes for Kids (weight classes may be combined if needed):
53 lbs. & Below 53.1 lbs. to 62 lbs. 62.1 lbs. to 70 lbs. 70.1 lbs. to 79 lbs. 79.1 lbs. to 88 lbs. 88.1 lbs. to 99 lbs. 99.1 lbs. to 110 lbs. 110.1 lbs. to 121 lbs. 121.1 lbs. and above
Age Brackets for Juniors (Juniors can compete in adult class but must pay the adult fee): 13-15, 16-17
Weight Classes for Juniors
132 & Below 132.1 lbs. to 143 lbs. 143.1 lbs. to 154 lbs. 154.1 lbs. to 167 lbs. 167.1 lbs. to 183 lbs. 183.1 lbs. to 200 lbs. 200.1 lbs. to 220 lbs 220.1 lbs. and above
Adult Gi Competitors – White, Blue, Purple, Brown & Black (Purple-Black will be kept separate whenever possible)
Masters Division (Ages 30 yrs & above)
Masters Divisions follow all the same experience levels as the other adult categories
Teens 13-15 and 16-17: White/Yellow Belts, Orange/Green Belts, Blue/Purple Belts
*** Weight classes and experience levels may need to be combined according to attendance
Kids 5-7, 8-10, and 11-12: White Belts, Yellow Belts, Orange/Green Belts
*** Weight classes and experience levels may need to be combined according to attendance
Further information about the entire event can also be found on www.wvgrapplingopen.com
Please contact the event coordinator for additional details and/or questions: Butch Hiles 304-549-9370 Butch@ButchHiles.com
Click Here for Professional & Amatuer Rules
Don’t forget to pre-register for an additional discount!!!
$65 for any adult competitor (this includes teens wishing to compete in the adult division)
$55 for women and children
Please let me know if there are any questions,
Butch Hiles www.wvgrapplingopen.com
304-549-9370, Butch@ButchHiles.com
At the Door Registration:
85$ at the event, 70$ for women and children under 12 – price includes all events (gi and no gi)
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Friday 6-8pm
***Special arrangements can be made for those driving far distances, etc. If you have any questions, please contact Butch Hiles
Friday (6-8pm) Weigh-ins at:
Butch Hiles Brazilian Jiu Jitsu & MMA, LLC
410 Summers Street
Charleston, WV
25301
Saturday from 8am – Kids MUST be there by 9. Pro division should expect to hit the mat by 1030-11am
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Tournament Schedule:
Saturday: Kids Tournament 10am, Kids Rules Meeting 9:30am, Adult Tournament 11am, Referee Meeting at 9:30am, Adult Competitor Rules meeting at 10:30am.
Doors will open at 8am.
Saturday Match Schedule
Kids will start at 10am. Professional grappling divisions will start between 1030-11.
After Party
TBA
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1000 Washington Street East
Charleston, WV 25301
304-343-4661
***To get the discount, give them code “BHB” when you call***
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Sponsors
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We want to thank all of the great competitors and teams who made this event an amazing success and helped these great causes. We had competitors who gave it their all and some great refs and helpers that made this a very successful tournament in a new area. As always, this event is not possible with all of you great people.
Next tournament is the WVGO/ADCC gi & no gi event in Charleston, WV
Kids 9-11
1. Jake Nagy (JDGA)
2. Dellan Bledsoe (The Basics GJJ)
Teens 12-14
1. Dakota Lester (Absolute JJ)
2. Kailyn Leggett (Advantage)
Teens 15-17
1. Bobby Bailey (Hall/Hiles BJJ)
2. Jordan Lamp (Weirton)
3. Tyler Coy (Advantage)
Mens No Gi Beginner
149 and Under
1. Cory Simpson (Absolute JJ)
2. Austin Miller (Bluefield/Hiles BJJ)
3. Jordan Lamp (Weirton)
150-179
1. Evan Null (Hiles BJJ)
2. Jesse Proctor (Hiles BJJ)
3. Ian McNealy (Hiles BJJ)
Absolute
1. Austin Miller (Bluefield/Hiles BJJ)
2. Tyler Coy (Team Advantage)
Masters Absolute
1. Sam Henkel (Absolute JJ)
2. Greg Bledsoe (GJJ)
149 & Under
1. Peyton Lambert (BJJ Rev)
2. Jeremy Roberts (Absolute JJ)
3. Jason Hall (Hiles BJJ)
150-179
1. Jason Hall (Butch Hiles BJJ)
2. Michael Mobley (Butch Hiles BJJ)
Absolute
1. Peyton Lambert (BJJ Rev)
2. Evan Null (Hiles BJJ)
3. Aaron Thompson (Hiles BJJ)
150-179
1. Charlie Mullins (Hiles BJJ)
2. Jason Hall (Butch Hiles BJJ)
Absolute
1. Logan Griffin (Absolute JJ)
2. Matt Garretson (Hiles BJJ)
3. Charlie Mullins (Hiles BJJ)
Kids 9-11
1. Jake Nagy (JDGA)
2. Dellan Bledsoe (The Basics GJJ)
Teens 12-14
1. Dakota Lester (Absolute JJ)
2. Arieanna Green (Hiles BJJ)
3. Tanner Grimmett
149 & Under
1. Jeremy Roberts (Absolute JJ)
2. Cory Simpson (Absolute JJ)
3. Rick Caruso (Mountaineer MMA)
150-164
1. Charlie Mullins (HIles BJJ)
2. Michael Mobley (Hiles BJJ)
165-194
1. Evan Null (Hiles BJJ)
1. Jesse Proctor (Hiles BJJ)
2. Aaron Thompson (Hiles BJJ)
Absolute
1. Cory Simpson (Absolute JJ)
2. Jeremy Roberts (Absolute JJ)
3. Jesse Proctor (Hiles BJJ)
Masters Absolute
1. Charlie Mullins (Hiles BJJ)
2. Sam Henkel (Absolute JJ)
3. Greg Bledsoe (Gracie JJ)
149 and Under
1. Peyton Lambert (BJJ Revolution)
2. Bobby Bailey (Hiles BJJ)
Adult Men Purple Belt
170+
1. Logan Griffin (BJJ Rev)
2. Matt Garretson (Butch Hiles BJJ)
Absolute
1. Logan Griffin (BJJ Rev)
2. Matt Garretson (Butch Hiles BJJ)
Masters
1. Bill Bennett (Hiles BJJ)