IGC 4: Time to Get Your Grapple On

IGC 1 1st place

It’s nearly time for GR’s own Kumite: the IGC.  Originally conceived as a GR only competition, it quickly evolved into an invitational. Every year Jason and the coaches decide which gyms (and a few individuals) to extend invitations to.  Only the best of the best are invited, making the IGC the most competitive grappling day of the year at GriffonRawl.  This year Jason is inviting even more guest grapplers from other gyms with  bigger and better trophies and two more weight classes.

IGC 2 1st& 2nd

This tournament is so competitive there have been very few repeat winners; the only three-peat Gold medalist is George Comer.  It is hoped, even with his new responsibilities, that he will find time to hit the mat again this year and defend his streak.

IGC 3 1st & 2nd

November 22nd will be here fast, and the brackets are limited.  So sign up now, and get motivated to train.







What: 4th Annual IGC Tournament
Date:  Saturday, November 22, 2014
Where: GriffonRawl MMA Academy 6090 Pinecone Dr Mentor, OH 44060
When: Weigh In: 2 to 3pm, Rules Meeting: 3pm, Tournament to follow Rules.
Register: $30 for early registration, $40 to register at the door.  Call Jason Dent: 440-358-9371 to register.

This event is FREE to fans, family, friend,s and the public.

The tournament format is the same: double elimination, but there are two more weight classes: Flyweight (125 lbs), and Super Heavyweight (265+ lbs).  The full range of classes is listed just below.

 - 125lbs Flyweight
 - 135lbs Bantamweight
 - 145lbs Featherweight
 - 155lbs Lightweight
 - 170lbs Welterweight
 - 185lbs Middleweight
 - 205lbs Light Heavyweight
 - 265lbs Heavyweight
 - 265lbs & up/Super Heavyweight

Every class has trophies for 1st and medals for 2nd.  Weight limits will be strictly enforced.  If you can't make weight, be prepared to fight up, or sit it out.  Brackets will fill up fast, and November is just around the corner, so call and sign up today!

If you're not in GriffonRawl, we want you to come, but it's invitation only so contact Jason Dent: 440-358-9371 to make arrangements.  You can't just show up the day of the tournament and expect to be seeded.

This year the tournament is sponsored by long time GR friends: Reel’s Auto and Intimidation clothing

Written by: Bob Donaghy

Get Ready for the Third Annual IGC Tournament

It's nearly time again for the GriffonRawl IGC Nogi Submission Tournament.  Even bigger than last year,  it will be 7 weight classes, double elimination, everyone gets a chance to compete multiple times.

Brackets are already filling up, and we're making an effort to bring in outside gyms, so call and sign up today!

2012 Class Winners

Every class (135, 145, 155, 170, 185, 205, 265) will be represented.  Weight limits will be strictly enforced.  If you can't make weight, be prepared to fight up, or sit it out.  This year first place gets a trophy and 2nd gets a medal. 

The tournament is open to all comers, not just GR members.  If you're not a member of GriffonRawl, we want you to come, but you have to call ahead to be seeded. Contact Jason Dent: 440-358-9371 to make arrangements.  You can't just show up the day of the tournament and expect to be seeded.

What: GR IGC III
Date: November 23, 2013
Where: GriffonRawl Academy, 6090 Pinecone Drive  Mentor, OH
When: Weigh Ins 2 to 3pm, Rules Meeting 3pm, Tournament to follow Rules.
Contact: Jason Dent (440) 358-9371
Price: $20 early registration, $30 registration day of the tournament

This year our returning sponsors are:

• Intimidation Clothing
• Action Automotive
• Roctagon MMA

   

And this year we have two new sponsors:

• The Happy Moose Bar & Grill
• Lake County Speedway

 

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Written by: Bob Donaghy

GriffonRawl IGC II

Team GriffonRawl prepares takes to the mats for the second IGC Nogi Submission Tournament.  Bigger and better than ever,  we will have 7 weight classes, and use double elimination format so everyone will have a chance to compete multiple times.

Brackets will fill up fast, and November is just around the corner, so call and sign up today!

Every class (135, 145, 155, 170, 185, 205, 265) has 1st and 2nd place trophies.  Weight limits will be strictly enforced.  If you can't make weight, be prepared to fight up, or sit it out.

If you're not in GriffonRawl, we want you to come, but it's invitation only so contact Jason Dent: 440-358-9371to make arrangements.  You can't just show up the day of the tournament and expect to be seeded.

Many champions from the first IGC will return to defend their belts.

(watch out for the little guy on the end, he's jumped classes)

We're proud to announce that Intimidation Clothing will once again sponsor the tournament! 

What: GR IGC II
Date: 11/17/2012
Where: GriffonRawl Academy, 6090 Pinecone Drive  Mentor, OH 44060 (see map)
When: Weigh Ins 2 to 3pm, Rules Meeting 3pm, Tournament to follow Rules.
Contact: Jason Dent (440) 358-9371
Price: $20 early registration, $30 registration day of the tournament



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Written by Bob Donaghy