
Ironborn Jiu-jitsu dominated the New Breed Georgia State Championship, capturing 14 golds, 13 silvers, and 5 bronzes across 32 total medals. Sophia Rose Clossey (grey belt, rating 6534) and John Bedford Blackburn IV (yellow belt, rating 6072) led individual medal counts, each earning multiple golds. Jaxon Elmore earned Tournament MVP honors in a field of 455 matches across 107 divisions.
The submission rate held steady at 47% — one point below the New Breed organizational average of 48%. The youth beginner LIGHTWEIGHT (136-145 LBS.) nogi division emerged as the deepest bracket with 6 placements, reflecting strong foundational-level participation across Georgia. Submissions accounted for 212 of 455 decided matches, while 226 matches concluded by points or decision.
Gracie Barra (USA) finished second with 10 golds and 16 total medals, outpacing Emperor City Grappling Club's 8 golds despite the latter's 22 total medals. SBG Atlanta and American Top Team each posted 6 golds in the top five. Fifty-two academies competed, with 119 gold medals distributed across the state championship, indicating broad competitive depth beyond the top tier.
| # | Academy | Gold | Silver | Bronze | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ironborn Jiu-jitsu | 11 | 12 | 3 | 26 |
| 2 | GRACIE BARRA (USA) GRACIE BARRA | 10 | 2 | 4 | 16 |
| 3 | Emperor City Grappling Club | 8 | 11 | 3 | 22 |
| 4 | SBG Atlanta | 6 | 6 | 4 | 16 |
| 5 | American Top Team AMERICAN TOP TEAM | 5 | 5 | 4 | 14 |
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