Sunday, October 3, 2010

Windsor Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Academy Wins in Michigan

In Play Magazine

Saturday October 2  2010

Windsor Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Academy participated in a tournament held in Walled Lake Michigan  named the Michigan Open. The tournament was strictly  Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and was attended by over 100 children competitors, between the ages of 6 years old to 15 years old. 

There were also several Teen and Adult divisions.

The event drew a large spectator audience of over 200 who were entertained by a diverse group of practitioners from Ohio, Michigan and of course, Ontario.

The audience and spectators were treated to bouts between black belts and brown belts as a treat that showed dedication to the art.\r\n\r\nThe following are a list of the Windsor Brazilian Jiu Jitsu participants and there placement at the tournament.

Name - Belt - Age - Division - Medal
Trevor Cofell White          6 - 9 40.0" 59.9 Silver
Karin Slogan   White          9 - 10 60.0" 69.9 Gold
Darian Primeau  White Girls 12 16 80.0" 100 Gold
Zack Cofell White      12 - 14 90.0 119.9 Silver
Devan Primeau  White     14 - 17 110.0" 129.9 Gold
Alex Cofell White      14 -17 110.0" 129.9 Silver
Tracey Cofell    Blue      (Open age) 129.9 and up Silver
As always, the determination and dedication of the students should be applauded.

For further information regarding Windsor Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, check the website. http://www.windsorbrazilianjiujitsu.com/ , or visit their location at 4155 Techumseh Road East in the Buckingham Plaza.