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Author Archive: BJJEE

Highway no deposit bonus: open up opportunities for free play

In the highly competitive world of online casinos, no deposit bonuses have become a powerful tool for attracting new players and retaining existing ones. Highway Casino, a well-known name in the...

Firas Zahabi on How To Know If You Can Become an Elite Athlete

Firas Zahabi, a renowned martial arts coach, addresses a question that many of us grapple with: Can we truly achieve anything if we put our minds to it? In a recent video, Zahabi delves into the...

What Should Your Relationship Be With Your BJJ Instructor

“Balance is not something you find, it’s something you create,” said Jana Kingsford. Maybe you found this little piece of wisdom buried among dozens of quotes while scrolling through your...
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Is it Really Better to Have an Instructor Who Is A BJJ Champion?

Guest post by James Duscio, a BJJ black belt under Walter Cascao Vital. He runs Cascao Evolution BJJ out of Las Vegas nv. When choosing an instructor, we all want to have this image of them as...

Nicholas Meregali On His Surprising Loss At ADCC: ‘It Was an Injury’

In a recent interview, Brazilian jiu-jitsu sensation Nicholas Meregali opened up about his surprising exit from the 2024 ADCC World Championship. Meregali, known for his remarkable success in both gi...

Jason Nolf Jokes About Greasing Accusation After Match with Tye Ruotolo at CJI

In a surprising twist following their electrifying match at the Craig Jones Invitational (CJI), Jason Nolf has found himself at the center of controversy after Tye Ruotolo accused him of greasing....
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ADCC 2024 Day 1 Recap: Shocking Upsets and Gritty Performances

The first day of ADCC 2024 at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada, brought a wave of unexpected results and high-octane action, leaving fans buzzing with excitement and anticipation for what’s...

The Philosophy Behind Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu

Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) hasn’t been widely known beyond Brazil for very long. It entered the MMA scene in the 1990s and has proved to be a valuable form of fighting on the mat and in the ring,...

The Importance of Humility: Lessons from Nicholas Meregali’s ADCC 2024 Loss To a Purple Belt

The 2024 ADCC World Championships witnessed one of the most stunning upsets in grappling history when Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu purple belt Michael Pixley submitted the heavily favored Nicholas Meregali in...
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Craig Jones Reacts to Nicholas Meregali Being Submitted by a Purple Belt at ADCC 2024

The 2024 ADCC World Championships witnessed one of the most shocking moments in grappling history when Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu purple belt Michael Pixley submitted the heavily favored Nicholas Meregali...

Shocking Upset at ADCC 2024: BJJ Purple Belt Michael Pixley Submits Nicholas Meregali

The 2024 ADCC World Championships delivered one of the most shocking moments in grappling history as BJJ purple belt Michael Pixley, a high-level wrestler training under Heath Pedigo at Daisy Fresh,...

Craig Jones Invitational Day 1 Recap: Surprising Upsets & Slick Submissions Set the Stage for Semifinals

The inaugural Craig Jones Invitational (CJI) kicked off in spectacular fashion on Friday night at the Thomas and Mack Center in Las Vegas, setting the stage for what promises to be a thrilling Day 2....
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The Craig Jones Invitational (CJI) -80kg +80 kg Divisions Preview & Analysis

CJI Preview and Analysis: Under 80kg Division The Craig Jones Invitational (CJI) is set to host its inaugural event, featuring a stacked lineup of competitors across different weight divisions, with...

Developing the “Squeeze” in Your Chokes

In Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, the effectiveness of a choke doesn’t just come from technique alone—it also relies on the power and precision of your “squeeze.” Developing a strong...

How to Know When You SHOULDN’T Compete in Jiu-Jitsu

If you are (or were) a BJJ competitor then you know exactly what the title of this post is all about. For many competitive athletes just the idea of being able to compete is one of the biggest...
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Old School Trick: Tap Your Opponent with Lung Compression From Side Control

There is an old school technique called the lung compression which was made famous by Royler Gracie. The technique consists of holding your opponent in side control and putting your hand underneath...

The Positive and Negative aspects of BJJ For Judo

Guest post by Matt D’Aquino, a multiple Australian and Oceania Champion and a 2008 Beijing Judo Olympian. He has been studying Judo for over 25 years. He is a 3rd Degree Black belt in Judo and a...

Tom DeBlass: ‘I Almost Quit Jiu-Jitsu As A Blue Belt’

Tom DeBlass, a renowned figure in the world of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, is known for his tenacity, skill, and passion for the art. However, even someone as accomplished as DeBlass faced a moment when he...
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Getting Started with BJJ for MMA

Getting started is actually the most difficult aspect of starting something and for trainees who wish to master the intricate techniques of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, it is a big decision. For those who...

Khabib Nurmagomedov Avoids Jail Time After Losing Family Home Amid $3.4 Million Russian Tax Dispute

Khabib Nurmagomedov has reportedly settled his over $3 million tax debt with the Russian Federal Tax Service (FTS). Earlier this year, news broke that Russia’s top tax authority claimed...

Henry Cejudo Shares How Khamzat Chimaev & His Crew Tried to Fight Him at the Paris Olympics

Henry Cejudo recently shared a wild story on his ‘Pound 4 Pound’ podcast with Kamaru Usman, revealing that he almost got into a brawl with UFC star Khamzat Chimaev at the Paris Olympics....
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BJJ Champ Joao Miyao Displays Long-Term Effects of a Lifetime of BJJ Competition Training

The allure of legendary figures in grappling often lies in their victories, struggles, and moments of inspiration that drive others to keep fighting in their own lives. However, behind these moments...

Joao Miyao Criticizes Helio Gracie’s Self-Defense Technique

Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt and world champion Joao Miyao recently stirred up some controversy in the BJJ community with a social media post. Miyao’s comments seemed to cast doubt on the...

Sean Strickland accuses former UFC fighter & current manager Tiki Ghosn of being a predator

Sean Strickland, known for being one of the most outspoken and controversial figures in UFC history, has made serious accusations against former UFC fighter turned MMA manager, Tiki Ghosn....