Another team victory, another leap forward, and a collection of medals to show for it. π₯
This was one for the books! Our Adult team claimed the team title, with every competitor placing in their divisionsβa phenomenal accomplishment. Many of our athletes pushed beyond their comfort zones, competing in higher-level divisions or going up weight classes, and they delivered incredible performances. πͺ
This is what makes this group of people so incredible: the relentless drive to challenge limits and inspire those around them.
Hereβs a recap of the weekendβs outstanding results:
π₯π₯ Carlitos Quan: 1st Gi 129lb White Belt, 1st No-Gi 129lb Novice
π₯ Shannon Gulick: 2nd 129lb Beginner (competing at just 106 lbs!)
π₯ Joe Larena: 1st No-Gi 159lb Directors Novice
π₯π₯ Kaylor Buccini: 2nd Gi 169lb White Belt, 2nd No-Gi 169lb Novice
π₯π₯ Gaven Howarth: 3rd Gi 179lb White Belt, 2nd No-Gi 179lb Novice
π₯π₯π₯ Michael Stiller: 2nd Gi 224lb White Belt, 2nd No-Gi 224lb Novice, 2nd Absolute
π₯π₯ Sydney Bende: 1st Teens Gi 129lb Beginner, 1st Teens No-Gi 129lb Beginner
π₯π₯ Rickie Fletcher: 2nd Gi 149lb White Belt, 1st No-Gi 149lb Beginner Masters
π₯π₯ Brianna Stiller: 2nd Beginner Adult 169lb, 1st Teens Gi Novice
π₯π₯ Mark Ehrenburg: 1st Gi 169lb White Belt Masters, 2nd No-Gi 179lb Beginner Masters
π₯π₯ Thomas Heaton: 1st Gi 224lb White Belt Masters, 1st No-Gi 224lb Beginner Masters
π₯π₯ Anthony Quan: 3rd Gi 149lb Blue Belt, 1st No-Gi 129lb Intermediate
π₯π₯ Michael Lascari: 1st 159lb Intermediate, 1st 169lb Intermediate Masters
π₯π₯ Gary Collins: 1st 149lb Blue Belt, 3rd 149lb Expert
This teamβs unstoppable energy, dedication, and passion are truly inspiring. Letβs continue to raise the bar, set new records, and grow together. π₯