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2025 AGF Birmingham Open
Saturday, November 15, 2025
Bill Harris Arena · Birmingham, AL
175Competitors
36Academies
188Matches
65Divisions
73Golds
Results
Cobra BJJ Chelsea dominated the 2025 AGF Birmingham Open, capturing 17 gold medals across 65 divisions to lead all 36 academies in the team standings. Jackson Parker Desalvo (green belt, rating 10052) from JM Modern Jiu Jitsu 1776 and Michael Carter Jr (orange belt, rating 6329) from Freedom Jiu-Jitsu Collective emerged as the tournament's top individual performers, each winning 4 gold medals. David Slagel earned Tournament MVP honors in a 188-match event held November 14 in Birmingham, AL.
By the Numbers
The Birmingham Open produced a 68% submission rate across 187 decided matches—13 points above the American Grappling Federation's 55% season average. Submissions accounted for 127 of 188 total matches, indicating a technical, finish-oriented competition. The youth white mixed FEATHER II (UP TO 75 LBS) nogi division served as the event's deepest bracket with 9 placements, reflecting strong youth participation in the lightweight category.
Academy Intel
Cobra BJJ Chelsea's 30 total medals (17 gold, 8 silver, 5 bronze) nearly doubled the second-place finisher Freedom Jiu-Jitsu Collective's 7 golds. Gracie Barra Greystone, AL rounded out the top three with 10 total medals across 4 divisions. JM Modern Jiu Jitsu 1776 and ATOS Atlanta each earned 4 golds, while Spartan Fitness MMA/SBG Alabama accumulated 9 total medals through a balanced 3-6-0 distribution, demonstrating depth across multiple weight classes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Cobra BJJ Chelsea led the team standings with 16 gold medals. Top gold medalists include Jackson Parker Desalvo, Jackson Parker Desalvo, Jackson Parker Desalvo.
Cobra BJJ Chelsea finished first with 16 gold medals at 2025 AGF Birmingham Open. View complete team standings and academy results on Jits.gg.
2025 AGF Birmingham Open had a 68% submission rate across 188 matches.
Yes, 188 matches are tracked for 2025 AGF Birmingham Open. View full brackets and results on Jits.gg.
2025 AGF Birmingham Open was a AGF tournament held at Birmingham, AL.
