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Copa de Marianas 2026

webmaster — Thu, 12 Feb 2026 00:07:18 +0000

If you walked into the UOG Calvo Field House on January 31, 2026, it didn’t feel like “just” a tournament. It felt like a giant island family party… with a lot of arm bars. 😄 This year’s Copa de Marianas 2026 was a huge success. Many adult and kid jiu-jitsu athletes stepped onto the mats, while supporters packed the stands—parents, aunties, uncles, cousins, neighbors—all yelling, clapping, and...

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100 Years of Gracie Jiu-Jitsu — and the Islands Still Rolling Strong

Roman Dela Cruz — Thu, 18 Dec 2025 11:42:59 +0000

There are moments in martial arts that feel bigger than medals, belts, or highlights. Moments that remind you this thing we all love is a living culture—passed hand to hand, coach to student, parent to child, island to island. This year marks one of those moments. A toast to 100 years — October 25 On October 25, 2025, the Gracie family and the global jiu-jitsu...

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A Successful Marianas Open Pro Japan Event: An Interview with Steve Shimizu

Roman Dela Cruz — Mon, 27 Mar 2023 07:07:23 +0000

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...

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Carlson Gracie Guam’s Hayato Atalig Shares Pride and Hope for Guam Athletes Ahead of MARIANAS OPEN Pro Japan

Roman Dela Cruz — Fri, 24 Mar 2023 01:03:27 +0000

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...

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Guam’s Heights Academy Founder Omar Damian Joins Island’s Largest Jiu-Jitsu Contingency for MARIANAS OPEN Pro Japan March 25 2023

Roman Dela Cruz — Fri, 24 Mar 2023 01:02:01 +0000

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...

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Purebred Jiu-Jitsu Guam Athletes Ready to Make Waves at Marianas Open Pro Japan

Roman Dela Cruz — Fri, 24 Mar 2023 00:57:34 +0000

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....

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The Marianas Open Pro Japan March 25th, Japan Komazawa Olympic Stadium

Roman Dela Cruz — Fri, 24 Mar 2023 00:51:34 +0000

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...

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8 New BJJ Black Belts for Guam

webmaster — Tue, 21 Jun 2016 04:59:52 +0000

Good Guys Wear Black. Conduct, dedication, and proficiency have been the guidelines for any and every Purebred Jiu Jitsu Guam belt promotion. Big respect for these folks that have been marinating in that grind. On behalf of TheForce and Guam we would like to congratulate Ray Roberto, Jun Sun, James Paek, Mike Sanchez, Eric Sian, David Tuncap, Joshua “Wu” Jerome and Ken Concepcion on receiving their Brazilian...

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Keenan Cornelius back to Guam with his first lesson in Guam’s native and trademark weapon, the sling.

webmaster — Mon, 16 May 2016 20:32:34 +0000

Keenan Cornelius Slinging on Guam HAFA ADAI,THE FORCE & THE MARIANAS OPEN! Frank the Crank Camacho welcomes Keenan Cornelius back to Guam with his first lesson in Guam’s native and trademark weapon, the sling.Good Vibrations and Culture Sharing with Keenan#jiujitsuinparadise#theforce

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Black belts ready to fight at Marianas Open

webmaster — Fri, 15 Apr 2016 00:08:26 +0000

The Marianas Open brought some of the top-tier talent in Brazilian jiujitsu to Guam to compete in the Absolute Black Belt Championship — eight competitors from all over the world, including 2015 Marianas Open champion Keenan Cornelius. “It’s always a pleasure to come back to Guam,” said Cornelius. “I’ve been here three times now and I like it more and more every time. I...

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