GR goes 3 for 4 at NAAFS Combat Challenge 23

Saturday night continued the resurgence of GriffonRawl at NAAFS events.  Three of the four warriors GR sent into the cage came away with victories, the sole loss was a very tight Split Decision.

Jon-David Reeves, Samuel Callari, Tony DiSantis and Joe Callari made the trip to the Z-Plex in Streetsboro, Ohio to stand up for GR.  Joe won by Unanimous Decision, Tony finished his opponent by Triangle Choke in the 3rd round, Sam took his win by TKO in the 1st round.  Jon  showed lots of heart and left it all in the cage, more experience will put him in the win column for sure.

GR Head Coach Jason Dent had lots to say about the fights: Sammy fought patiently and countered without hesitation. The pain he inflicted with his low kicks left his opponent open for some good old fashioned 1 – 2's!  Tony Di won in a war and showed Tony has heart thats for sure. His opponent was  game and had tons of heart as well.  Joe's opponent had no answer for the low kicks Joe delivered and he showed some really good takedowns.  Joe dominated his opponent and looked awesome.  Jon-David Reeves did damage with his kicks but his opponent controlled where the fight was so the judges gave him the decision.

Coach Donny Walker made the trip cornered for all four fighters with Jason. 

GR wants to thank Intimidation Clothing for their continued sponsorship of the GR Fight Team

Written by: Bob Donaghy

GriffonRawl Gains Two New Fighters!

Tony DiSantis and Jon Reeves Join the Official GR Fight Team

With their wins at Roctagon XXII we have 2 new fighters on the team. 

Jon Reeves beat Nico Persaliano by TKO due to strikes in just 1:51 of the third round.

Tony DiSantis earned his team colors even faster TKO'ing Chad Rothgeb at 2:07-second first round call due to strikes.  A dominating win.

Congratulations to Anthony and Jon on their achievements in the cage.  We look forward to many more victories with them.

Here is a link to our Teams full amateur roster. If there not on here there not on the team. http://www.ohio-mma.com/amateur.html

Here is a link to our Teams full professional roster. If there not on here there not on the team. http://www.ohio-mma.com/professional.html

Written by: Bob Donaghy

GriffonRawl Goes to NAGA

GriffonRawl sent eight members to Columbus for the North American Grappling Association tournament. Congrats to Tony Reel, Sammy Callari, Toni Disantis, Cody Lewis, & John Reeves on all placing. HARD WORK - PAYS OFF!!!

Also hats off to Joe Callari, Ryan Barnard, & Matt Vacarrelio for putting it on the line. Win or lose the whole team benefits from all of you competing and coming back more experienced and seasoned.

Placing

• Tony Reel: second for Gi (189lbs. Brown belt).
• Cody Lewis: second in NoGi (149lbs. Intermediate).
• Tony Disantis: first in NoGi and first in Gi (169lbs. Intermediate & Blue belt).
• John Reeves: second for NoGi & first for Gi (139lbs. Novice & White belt).
• Sammy Callari: second for NoGi and third for Gi (159lbs. Beginner & White belt). 

Written by: Bob Donaghy

Three More BJJ Belt Promotions

Team GriffonRawl and its Jiu-Jitsu program is pleased to announce that after class on Thursday, Coach Jeff Starr to a moment to recognize the hard work put  in by three GR team members with the following promotions

• Cody Lewis – Blue Belt
• Joe Callari – Blue Belt
• Anthony DiSantis – Blue Belt

Cody, Joe and Anthony have been consistent in showing up to class and have been working hard on the mat, and free-rolling in a constant effort to improve their skills.

If you get a chance, take a moment to congratulate them on their hard work and achievement.  Belt promotions are the direct result of showing up and doing the work.

Written by: Bob Donaghy