Impact Jiu Jitsu rocked at the United Combat Sports Submission Tournament by Sub League on Saturday, January 22, 2011, with all our warriors laying it on the line each match. Congratulations to everyone who competed. We are proud to have you wear the blue. Look for results on subleague.com this coming week.
Impact JJ also had three fighters work their hearts out preparing for the United Combat Sports MMA fights, The Resolution 2, on Saturday night: Matt Hammon, Bryan Nuro and Lee Flores.
Unfortunately, Matt’s original opponent and his back up must have heard about Matt because they both fled and did not show to fight.
Bryan Nuro, representing us and our Eugene brothers (NWMA), had a perfect warm up led by coaches Jason Tubania and Armand Debruge. The fight started like an Olympic sprint with both fighters looking for the advantage. Bryan’s opponent, with an impressive display of high kicks and wild swings, gave Bryan a chance to work on his foot work and movement. Opponent tries for a spinning back fist and Bryan goes in for the body lock to take down. Bryan gives a jits clinic on top control then sinks a deep rear naked choke that would not let up until his opponent tapped out. Great Job Bryan – 2 and 0 now.
Lee came out next after an excellent warm up with Larry Munyon, James Marlier, Armand Debruge and Jason Tubania. Waiting back stage for the fight to start, Lee became a little settled, so we gave him a little spark up at the cage door and Lee’s fight face would have chased away a wolf.
Lee’s 6’2″ opponent came out with intent on controlling the range with kicks and punches. Lee chose to circle and move to set up a fantastically timed shot, throwing his opponent to the cage where he then set up a big lift and throw (thanks for the extra work coach Eric Jetton!). Lee passed guard and began looking for a top crucifix, but his opponent kept moving desperately for escape. When the opponent scrambled to get away, Lee pounced to a rear naked choke that would not be denied. Great win Lee.
Both fighters represented us well, we are very proud of you Bryan and Lee. And thank you to our warm up team coaches Armand Debruge, Jason Tubania and James Marlier. Also thank you Larry Munyon and Mike Moreno for offering your words of experience to our warriors.
You all make me proud!
- Coach Michael