06/22/2026
As a coach, one of the most rewarding things is watching your students trust the process and put themselves out there and test their skills. I’m incredible proud of Lukas, Javid and Hassaan who competed this Saturday. They all did incredibly well and fought like warriors! It takes a special kind of courage to step onto the competition mats, our team did it again!
Lukas is an incredible athlete and competitor and is for sure destined for greatness! At only 16 years of age, he has the heart and focus of a lion! Keep it up Lukas, one day the world will cheer for you in the UFC!
Javid is another athlete who’s incredibly talented and game, in just a such short time with us. His submissions and his flow is like poetry in motion! Although his opponent tapped, but since the ref didn’t see it, the match continued and later the opponent confessed to tapping in his guillotine. Keep it up Javid! You’re a leader and a warrior! Can’t wait for your next tournament.
Hassaan did pretty ok too, with his first place gold medal! 😜
You were incredible Hassaan! As much as you don’t listen in practice, you were all ears in your match and did exceptionally well. At only 20, and legs and arms like a (deadly) spider, you will get to where we discussed when you came and joined us! Stay disciplined and consistent! Sky is the limit!
Competing is not always about winning, it’s about testing your skills, your limits, your heart and your persistence. In competition there will be defeats, setbacks, fear and insecurity. The ones who understand and accept that and do it anyway, will reach the highest heights of the sport!
