Rilion Gracie Miami Lakes edged CheckMat and R1NG BJJ by a single gold to take the team title at Tampa Kids 2024, collecting 11 golds in a tight three-way race at the top. CheckMat and R1NG BJJ tied at 10 each, while Gracie Barra (8), Nova União (7), and Sainz Team Alpha Miami (7) kept the competition close.
The 125-gold event showcased South Florida's remarkable youth depth. QW Jiu-Jitsu Academy (6), Marcelo Pereira BJJ (5), Fabin Rosa BJJ (5), Suncoast BJJ (4), American Top Team Coconut Creek (4), and Athlas Training Team (4) all produced multiple champions. R1NG BJJ's 10 golds with 12 silvers and 16 bronzes (38 total medals) made them the most decorated team overall.
Tampa continues to be one of Florida's most competitive kids IBJJF events, with the November timing drawing programs from across the state looking for one final competitive push before the year ends.
| # | Academy | Gold | Silver | Bronze | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Rilion Gracie Miami Lakes | 11 | 5 | 4 | 20 |
| 2 | R1NG BJJ | 10 | 12 | 16 | 38 |
| 3 | CheckMat | 10 | 12 | 3 | 25 |
| 4 | Gracie Barra | 8 | 6 | 7 | 21 |
| 5 | Nova União | 7 | 3 | 3 | 13 |