The Windsor Sports Scene
by In Play Magazine
Windsor Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Academy participated in a tournament held in Toledo Ohio called the Buckeye Border International Grappling Championship. The tournament brought several styles; jiu jitsu, wrestling and judo to the front. This tournament also drew a larger mix of competitors from all across Michigan, Ohio, Windsor Ontario. It was reported that there were other countries present and represented. It was also a televised event in Ohio. The Windsor Brazilian Jiu Jitsu team members received the award the Largest Youth Team.
The Windsor Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Competition Team returned to Canada with 16 medals in all with 6 Gold. There were new competitors present making for more and added challenges. New divisions were introduced and added to the challenge for all competitors; some involved a larger spread for their age and weight classes.
The following are a list of the Windsor Brazilian Jiu Jitsu participants and there placement at the tournament:
Name and Age Belt (BJJ) Age Division Medal for Medal for
Division Gi division No Gi division
Trevor Cofell 8 White 6 - 9 49.9 – 59.9 Silver Gold
Alex Dufour 10 White 9 - 10 60.0 - 69.9 Gold Gold
Nick Dufour 11 White 10 - 12 70.0 - 79.9 Silver Silver
Jade Dufour 13 White Girls12 - 16 80.0 – 100 Gold Gold
Darian Primeau 15 White Girls12 - 16 80.0 – 100 Silver Silver
Zack Cofell 13 White 12 - 14 90.0 – 119.9 Silver Silver
Devan Primeau 14 White 14 - 17 110.0 – 129.9 Bronze
Alex Cofell 15 White 14 -17 110.0 – 129.9 Bronze
Brandon Ferris 16 White 17 - 21 125.0 – 134.9 Bronze
Tracey Cofell 42 Blue 35 + 130.0 and up Gold
The team showed great spirit and determination in traveling to Toledo Ohio and meeting new competitors. The students and spectators were treated to a show featuring Brazilian Jiu Jitsu black belts, one being Brock Lesnar's Brazilian Jiu jitsu instructor Rodrigo Comprido. All belt belt instructors put on an excellent display of techniques for those in attendance.
For further information regarding Windsor Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, check the website: http://www.windsorbrazilianjiujitsu.com/ , or visit our location at 4155 Techumseh Road East in the Buckingham Plaza.
There is a 2-day event scheduled for September 17-18, 2010 at Cobo Hall, Detroit Michigan. This will be the Team Canada versus Team U.S.A. Competition that will follow the regular tournament. In 2009 Team Canda defeated a strong Team U.S.A. Group. They have been training hard and want the trophy back in the U.S.A. Stay tuned for further details.
