Three-time NCAA Division I wrestling champion Jason Nolf will make his professional grappling debut at the Paradigm Open 3 on June 9th, 2024!
Nolf’s opponent will be Andrew Simmons – a blue belt under B-Team Jiu-Jitsu – who brings his own wealth of experience as a competitive wrestler and coach in NCAA Division II.
The news were announced by the promotion via social media:
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Nolf has been wrestling at the highest level for some time, recently competing for a spot on the US Olympics Team Trials at under 74kg – and winning a silver medal.
Despite his wrestling-centric training, however, Nolf has also dabbled in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu – occasionally training with former teammate Bo Nickal and sparring with elite athletes like Craig Jones.
While Simmons may not have the same wrestling successes as Nolf does, his background as a two-time NAIA All-American and NCAA Division II coach speaks volumes about his experience in the sport.
Simmons has also delved into the realm of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, competing in the ADCC Trials earlier this year.
Sloth Jiu-Jitsu: you can be slow and unathletic and still kick butt in Jiu-Jitsu.
