Brasileiro Photos

Before I get to the pics from this year's Brasileiro (Brazilian Championships), I'd like to thank Felipe Costa for all of his help. Aside from being an absolute beast on the mats- a Brazilian, European, and World Champion- Felipe is incredibly generous and an amazing instructor. Check out his website and the fantastic write-up he did at www.brazilianblackbelt.com

Now on to the pics! Unfortunately I was unable to get much of the black belts since I was competing too. But we did manage to get some good shots of Ryan's journey to the podium as well as my matches.


Training with Felipe Costa at one of the Brasa Academies


Ryan Hall finishes his first opponent with a triangle.


Ryan defeats the current Pan Am champion.


Ryan works his upside-down guard and wins his 3rd match.


Ryan takes bronze at the Brasileiro!


My first match, using a sweep to get the top position.


Finishing my first opponent with the cross choke.


My second match, against the eventual Champion.