Author: Roman Dela Cruz

27 Mar

A Successful Marianas Open Pro Japan Event: An Interview with Steve Shimizu The Marianas Open Pro Japan, held on March 25th at the Komazawa Olympic Stadium, was a resounding success, bringing together international Jiu-Jitsu athletes and showcasing Guam's talent on a global stage. In an interview recap, Steve Shimizu, the owner of The Marianas Open Pro, shared his thoughts on the event's success, the support from...

07:07 / BJJ Stuff
24 Mar

As a person deeply passionate about Chamorro culture and the art of slinging, I was overjoyed to witness the recent sling stone artifact exhibit and workshop held at Jose Rios Middle School in Guam on March 24th, 2023. The enthusiasm and curiosity displayed by the 80-100 kids who participated in the event were truly inspiring, and I am convinced that this is a positive step...

03:04 / Latest Post
24 Mar

Babes Can Build It: A Celebration of Women Empowering Each Other This Friday, March 24, join Berlene San Nicolas, founder of The B’s Nest and Babes Can Build It, alongside Fokai Femme Achievers in celebrating the one-year anniversary of Babes Can Build It at Femme Friday. The event takes place from 6-9 p.m. at the Fokai Shop in Tumon on Fujita Road. Berlene San Nicolas,...

01:40 / FokaiFemme / TheEffect
24 Mar

Carlson Gracie Guam's Hayato Atalig Shares Pride and Hope for Guam Athletes Ahead of MARIANAS OPEN Pro Japan Hayato Atalig, one of the main instructors at Carlson Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Guam, is set to support Guam's largest single sport contingency as they compete at the Marianas Open Pro Japan on March 25th at the Japan Komazawa Olympic Stadium. Atalig shares his thoughts on being part of this...

01:03 / BJJ Stuff / TheEffect
24 Mar

Guam's Heights Academy Founder Omar Damian Joins Island's Largest Jiu-Jitsu Contingency for MARIANAS OPEN Pro Japan Omar Damian, one of the founders and instructors of Heights Academy on Guam, is set to join the island's largest single sport contingency to compete at the Marianas Open Pro Japan on March 25th at the Japan Komazawa Olympic Stadium. Damian shares his thoughts on being part of this significant...

01:02 / BJJ Stuff / TheEffect
24 Mar

Carlson Gracie Guam's Gabe Baker Reflects on Island Pride Ahead of Marianas Open Pro Japan Gabe Baker, one of the instructors and founders of Carlson Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Guam, is set for Carlson Gracie Guam to join in on the island's largest single sport contingency to compete at the Marianas Open Pro Japan on March 25th at the Japan Komazawa Olympic Stadium. Baker shares his thoughts on...

01:00 / Latest Post
24 Mar

Purebred Jiu-Jitsu Guam Athletes Ready to Make Waves at Marianas Open Pro Japan Guam's largest single sport contingency is set to compete at the Marianas Open Pro Japan on March 25th at the Japan Komazawa Olympic Stadium. Purebred Jiu Jitsu Guam black belts David Harris and Oliver Cruz share their thoughts on this significant event and what it means for the sport on the island. Both Harris...

00:57 / BJJ Stuff / TheEffect
24 Mar

Fokai & The Force Podcast: The Marianas Open Pro Japan March 25th, Japan Komazawa Olympic Stadium The Marianas Open Pro, one of the most prestigious events in the Pacific Islands, is set to take place on March 25th at the Komazawa Olympic Stadium in Japan. In a recent episode of the Fokai & The Force Podcast, host Roman Dela Cruz had the privilege of interviewing Stephen...

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