NAGACompleted
NAGA Detroit Grappling Championship
Saturday, February 21, 2026
Hype Athletics Wayne · Detroit, MI
258Competitors
47Academies
388Matches
116Divisions
98Golds
Results
NAGA's Detroit Grappling Championship drew a solid Midwest field, producing 388 decided matches and 98 gold medalists across 98 divisions. Submissions edged decisions 200 to 175, for a 52% finish rate that hovered right at the NAGA circuit average.
By the Numbers
The one-division-per-gold-medal ratio tells the story of a well-structured event with minimal bracket overlap. Detroit's winter event attracted competitors from across Michigan and neighboring states, with only a single disqualification keeping the sportsmanship record nearly spotless.
Academy Intel
NAGA's Midwest swing through Detroit continues to grow as an annual fixture, offering a competitive alternative to the Southeast-heavy tournament calendar. The submission-forward results suggest a field that came to compete, not coast.
Frequently Asked Questions
The Butcher Shop JIU-JITSU FOR LIFE TEAM led the team standings with 12 gold medals. Top gold medalists include Alexia Lynn Thornton, Alexia Lynn Thornton, Luca Souza Brito.
The Butcher Shop JIU-JITSU FOR LIFE TEAM finished first with 12 gold medals at NAGA Detroit Grappling Championship. View complete team standings and academy results on Jits.gg.
NAGA Detroit Grappling Championship had a 52% submission rate across 388 matches.
Yes, 388 matches are tracked for NAGA Detroit Grappling Championship. View full brackets and results on Jits.gg.
NAGA Detroit Grappling Championship was a NAGA tournament held at Detroit, MI.