Submission Only No-Gi Grappling Video Footage

This Submission Only Grappling Match was filmed at the January 2011 Cold Steel Event hosted by Pennsylvania Combat Sports in Greensburg, Pa.

Cold Steel II Tournament Results

COLD STEEL II Submission Only No-Gi & BJJ Grappling Tournament

January 21^st, 2012

Greensburg, Pa.

No-Gi Divisions

Beginner 139-Below

1^st James Riffee (GZFS)

2^nd Isaac Rees (Schwartz TKD)

Beginner 140-154.9

1^st John Semmer (Wrights)

2^nd Dave Hill (Rusty Cage)

3^rd Cameron Spadacene (DNA)

Beginner 155-169.9

1^st Evan Schmitt (DNA)

2^nd Nate Barr (Genesis)

3^rd Dave Rundle (PACS)

Beginner 170-184.9

1^st Kevin Adkins (DNA)

2^nd Brandon Bennett (Rusty Cage)

3^rd Alex Shelley (Maryland BJJ)

Beginner 185-199.9

1^st Cody Spadacene (DNA)

2^nd Paul Tost (PACS)

3^rd Justin Kantorik (PACS)

Intermediate 155-169.9

1^st Laron Williams (Cambria MA)

2^nd Jeff Riegelnegg (Renzo Gracie)

3^rd Steven Jones (Rusty Cage)

Intermediate 170-184.9

1^st Mark Shawhan (Highground)

2^nd Joe Scanlan (Genesis)

3^rd Brian Moisant (Renzo Gracie)

Intermediate 185-199.9

1^st Brian Backus (PA Combat)

2^nd Jesse Easlow (Martinez BJJ)

3^rd Evan Vacchiano (GZFS)

Advanced 154 – below

1^st Dan Swift (DNA)

2^nd Michael Flor (Renzo Gracie)

3^rd Jimmy Cerra (Balance)

Advanced 155-169.9

1^st William Martinez (Martinez BJJ)

2^nd Glenn Schwartz (Schwartz TKD)

3^rd Daniel Coffman (Schwartz TKD)

Advanced 170-184.9

1^st Josh Swecker (GZFS)

2^nd Justin Filler (Genesis)

3^rd Alex Wallace (Highground)

Womens No-Gi

1^st Jessica Zomick (DNA)

2^nd Sherry Eicher (Schwartz TKD)

3^rd Emily Magee (Schwartz TKD)

Heavyweight Combine

1^st John Miller (Cambria MA)

2^nd Dave Marghella (Highground)

3^rd Brian Harr

No-Gi Absolute Division $500 Grand Prize

Winner Lance Thompson (Renzo Gracie)

Runner-up Jimmy Cerra (Balance)

Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Divisions

White 154-below

1^st Michael Flor (Renzo Gracie)

2^nd James Riffee (GZFS)

3^rd John Semmer (Wrights)

White 155-169.9

1^st KW Moy (PA Combat)

2^nd Chad Kuznicki (PA Combat)

3^rd Jessica Zomick *Blue Belt (DNA)

White 170-184.9

1^st Jarred Laskey (PA Combat)

2^nd Brian Moisant (Renzo Gracie)

White 185-199.9

1^st Evan Vachiano (GZFS)

2^nd Paul Toste (PA Combat)

3^rd Brian Backus (PA Combat)

Blue 170-184.9

1^st Mark Shawhan (Highground)

2^nd Ryan Kenski (DNA)

3^rd Jarred Laskey (PA Combat)

Purple 170-184.9

1^st Lance Thompson (Renzo Gracie)

2^nd Josh Swecker (GZFS)

Brown 140-154.9

1^st Dan Swift (DNA)

2^nd Jimmy Cerra (Balance)

NO-GI TEAM AWARD: TEAM DNA- Erie, Pa.

BJJ TEAM AWARD: PA Combat- Greensburg, Pa.

Lance Thompson $500 No-Gi Absolute Winner

Samurai Swords For Top 3 Finishers!

So the COLD STEEL II Event just got alittle better…

In the process of deciding what awards should be given to the Runner-up and third place finishers in each division, it became abundantly clear what needed to be done…all top finishers would be awarded a sword for the effort put forth on the mat!

Lets face it, a guy could battle for over an hour in just ONE MATCH…and they may do this multiple times in one division. Even if they end up with a 3rd Place finish…that person deserves something that reflects their determination.

1st Place Finishers will be awarded a full length Katana Sword

2nd Place Finishers will be awarded a Wakazashi Sword

3rd Place Finishers will be awarded a Tanto Sword

This Guy is a Submission Only Machine…Look OUT!

He’s ready for war…are you?

Somebody really wants that $500 Grand Prize.

All joking aside, this is shaping up to be a great Sub Only No-Gi Absolute Division. Alot of high level competitors are looking to make a statement and collect a pay check in the process. The Cold Steel II event is on January 21st in Greensburg, Pa. We expect to see some battles being waged at the Pennsylvania Combat Sports center as they host this second installment of the Cold Steel Submission Only Tournament Series.

$500 Grand Prize in No-Gi Absolute Division | Submission Only Grappling Tournament

The Cold Steel II Submission Only Grappling Tournament will be offering something special this year…a $500 Grand Prize for the No-Gi Absolute Division Winner!

This No-Gi Absolute Division is simply all skill levels and all weights combined into ONE bracket! The best grappler in the end gets to count their stack on the way out the door…Yes, we are giving you Cash Money folks…none of that “checks in the mail” nonsense, haha.

Just keep in mind…all Advanced Division Rules Apply!

Register online by January 14th and save yourself some money. Check out the link on the right of the screen to get pre-registered.

See you January 21st at Cold Steel II….

Cold Steel II Submission Only Grappling Tournament <<< BJJ & No-Gi Divisions >>>

“Cold Steel II” Submission Only Grappling Tournament

January 21st, 2012

PA Combat Sports 114 E. Otterman St. Greensburg, PA. 15601

“Last years Cold Steel Event brought in over 100 competitors from around the East Coast to compete in the Ultimate Submission Grappling Format. No Time Limits. No Points…Submission Only to Win. This ensured that only the Best Jiu-Jitsu Skills would Prevail! We expect an even better event in 2012…this is the winter kick-off tournament that you won’t want to miss.”

Format: Submission Only to Win. No Points. No Time Limits. No Draws

Pre Register by January 14th: $35 for One Division / $50 for any Two Divisions / $60 for Third (BJJ, No-Gi & Absolute)

Register after January 14th: $45 for One Division / $60 for any Two Divisions / $70 for Third (BJJ, No-Gi & Absolute)

To commemorate the warrior spirit and to honor the “purity” of Submission Only Competition…1st Place Finishers in EVERY DIVISION will be awarded a Samurai Sword.

Team Awards for the schools that take 1st in the BJJ and No-Gi Divisional rankings.

$500 Cash Prize for No-Gi Absolute Winner!

Divisions:

Mens
Mens 30+
Womens
Teens (Parent must sign waiver to allow entry into Adult division, No exceptions)
NO KIDS DIVISIONS

NO-GI Skill Divisions:
Beginner: 1 year and below (No wrestlers are permitted in this division, you must enter Intermediate)
Intermediate: 1-3 years
Advanced: 3 or more years (Pro-MMA Fighters Must enter as Advanced)

BRAZILIAN JIU-JITSU Skill Divisions:
White
Blue
Purple (Advanced Rules Apply)
Brown (Advanced Rules Apply)
Black (Advanced Rules Apply)
Weight Classes:
139.9 and below
140-154.9
155-169.9
170-184.9
185-199.9
200-214.9
215-249.9
250 and above

Weigh-ins will be held on Friday 2-8pm at PACS and Saturday 8-10am prior to the event.

Rules Meeting: 1030am

Start Time: 1100am (Tentative)

Divisions may be consolidated and or created as necessary to accommodate competitor bracketing.

RULES:
1)No grabbing of any clothing, including your own, is permitted in No-Gi Divisions.
2) The only leglocks legal for beginner, intermediate, and 30+ divisions are straight ankle locks (AKA. straight footlock) and kneebars. ALL leglocks are legal in Advanced Division.
3) Bicep/calf slicers (crushers) are not legal for beginner, intermediate, or 30+ divisions. These are permitted in the Advanced Division.
4)Any spine locks, body twisting submissions, or neck cranks will not be allowed in any Division.
5)The use of a slam to counter or avoid submissions, will result in disqualification. No warnings will be given ( the Rules Meeting is everyone’s official warning). Elevated takedowns or throws must be executed with control.
6)Referees will have the final say on the mat. Arguing or disrespectful behavior towards a Referee will not be tolerated whatsoever.

A complete rules meeting will be conducted prior to kicking off the event. After which we will have the opportunity to address any questions from the competitors.

CLOTHING:
Gis are optional for submission grappling divisions. Mouthpiece and groin protection are optional, but strongly recommended. Form fitting T-shirts or rashguards are recommended.
All clothing worn by competitors, must be clean and freshly laundered.

For more details contact us at info@pacombatsports.com

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