WEYBURN – The Weyburn MMA Club showcased their exceptional talent and dedication at the recent Western Kids Open Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu competition held in Regina on April 6. Coached by Steve Schuck and Tara Day at the tournament, the club's members demonstrated their prowess on the mats, bringing home an impressive haul of medals.
The highlight of the competition was the remarkable performance of the Weyburn MMA Club overall, which secured a total of seven gold, five silver, and three bronze medals across both Gi and No Gi categories.
Brazilian Jiu Jitsu is a ground-based martial art that blends aspects of freestyle wrestling and judo. The matches are fought in a gi or no-gi uniform. A Gi is a kimono akin to a traditional judo uniform and no-gi is fought in shorts and t-shirt.
Leading the charge with gold medals were Atlas Fredrickson in both Gi and No Gi divisions, showcasing his versatility and skill in different aspects of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. Joining him in the gold medal triumph were Carter Dorgan, Knox Teske, Valeriia Chorna, and Ava Chapman in the Gi division, along with Brynn Ward in the No Gi division.
The silver medalists from the club included Nikolas Nikulin, who excelled in both Gi and No Gi competitions in several hard-fought matches, as well as Carter Dorgan, Harley-Quinn Fredrickson, and Kabela Teske in the No Gi division.
Additionally, Brynn Ward added to her accolades with a bronze medal in the Gi division, showcasing her resilience and determination. Kabela Teske and Gabriel Brock also secured bronze medals in the Gi division, further highlighting the club's depth of talent across different weight classes and styles.
The Weyburn MMA Club's outstanding performance reflects their students’ commitment to excellence, but also underscores the thriving martial arts community in Weyburn.
