New White Belts: Study This Match or Lose Your First Tournament
From Ithaca BJJ School
In this video, we break down the gold medal match that earned Brandon the top spot at the IBJJF New York Spring Open—and one of my own matches that helped secure my gold as a purple belt. You’ll see key moments, hear insights on what made the difference, and get a look inside the mindset required to win at this level. Whether you’re prepping for your first tournament or chasing the top of the podium, this video offers real competition footage, practical takeaways, and lessons you can apply to your own game.
00:00 Intro
00:30 White Belt Finals Match Analysis
08:08 Purple Belt Match Analysis
13:13 Outro
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