NAGACompleted
NAGA Buffalo Grappling Championship
Saturday, August 23, 2025
Sahlen's Sports Park · Elma, NY
131Competitors
38Academies
168Matches
60Divisions
54Golds
Results
King of the Mats dominated the NAGA Buffalo Grappling Championship on August 22, 2025, claiming 7 gold medals with zero silver or bronze finishes. Held in Elma, NY, the tournament drew 38 academies across 52 divisions and 168 total matches. Sofia Paprica (grey belt, rating 4674) led individual performance with 3 gold medals, while Andrea Paprica (grey belt, rating 4052) added 2 golds for King of the Mats. Mackey Malak earned Tournament MVP honors.
By the Numbers
The event produced a 59% submission finish rate, significantly outpacing the North American Grappling Association's 49% seasonal average—a 10-point differential driven by 99 submissions across 168 decided matches. The juvenile beginner male 200 & OVER nogi division emerged as the deepest bracket with 5 placements, indicating strong recruitment in that category. This submission-heavy outcome contrasts with the organization's typical pattern, suggesting either higher-caliber grappling or favorable ruleset conditions for mat finishes.
Academy Intel
Gracie Barra Manotick finished second with 6 golds, while 10th Planet Bath claimed third with 5 golds but accumulated 10 total medals (4 silver, 1 bronze), showing broader depth across placements. Haven Jiu Jitsu matched 10th Planet Bath's 10-medal haul with 3 golds, 6 silver, and 1 bronze, indicating strong consistency without top-tier dominance. Sub-Zero MMA/GFTeam recorded 14 total medals (2 gold, 10 silver, 2 bronze), establishing themselves as a high-volume competitor despite low gold conversion.
Frequently Asked Questions
King of the Mats led the team standings with 7 gold medals. Top gold medalists include Sofia Paprica, Sofia Paprica, Sofia Paprica.
King of the Mats finished first with 7 gold medals at NAGA Buffalo Grappling Championship. View complete team standings and academy results on Jits.gg.
NAGA Buffalo Grappling Championship had a 59% submission rate across 168 matches.
Yes, 168 matches are tracked for NAGA Buffalo Grappling Championship. View full brackets and results on Jits.gg.
NAGA Buffalo Grappling Championship was a NAGA tournament held at Elma, NY.
