John Danaher Breaks Down What Makes Ruotolos Special
Long before Kade and Tye Ruotolo became two of the most exciting grapplers in the sport, John Danaher saw traits that separated them from nearly everyone else in their generation.…
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Former Atos Black Belt Josh Hinger voices support for Andre Galvao Accusers, Following Atos ‘Safe Mat’ Program Launch
Josh Hinger built his career under the Atos banner, yet he posted a brief but pointed message on Instagram that drew immediate attention across the jiu jitsu community. “The…
Mikey Musumeci Receives Heavy Criticism From the BJJ Community for Competing With a Staph Infection
Mikey Musumeci submitted his throwaway opponent in two minutes. By the end of the night, however, it was not the submission that had the grappling world talking. Standing at the…
Second Girl Accuses Andre Galvao Of Inappropriate Behavior
Just days after Alexa Herse publicly accused Andre Galvao of inappropriate conduct and filed a report with local law enforcement, a second woman has come forward with her own account…
Royce Gracie: Jiu-jitsu Is Now More Complete As A Martial Art Than Any Other
When Royce Gracie stepped into the first UFC 1 in 1993, the sporting world had no real framework for what it was watching. Athletes from different disciplines had debated superiority…
Larry Wheels Lost His Passion For Bodybuilding, Targeting Grappling Or MMA Transition
After more than a decade of bending bars and breaking records, Larry Wheels is searching for something new. The 260 lb (118 kg) powerlifter and social media personality has spent…
Amit Elor Shares Her Own Experiences With Melqui Galvao
Olympic gold medalist and world champion wrestler Amit Elor has broken her silence on the allegations surrounding Melqui Galvao, sharing her own personal experiences with the BJJ coach in a…
Mica Galvao Pledges Support For Those Affected By Melqui Galvao SA
Brazilian BJJ world champion Mica Galvao broke his silence this week in an emotional Instagram video, addressing his absence from social media and pledging his full support to those affected…
UFC BJJ Booked Ethan Crelinsten The Day After He Humiliated Polaris/Flograppling
Ethan Crelinsten had just tapped out his opponent in the first round of the Polaris 36 headliner in Croydon, England, when he decided the moment called for something beyond a…
Diogo Reis Opens Up On Melqui Galvao Arrest: Where Should I Go? I Don’t Have My Coach Anymore
Diogo Reis delivered a composed and emotional performance at ONE Championship recently, earning a unanimous decision victory over Yuki Takahashi. Speaking with Nick Atkins of ONE Championship News following the…