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And just like that… our first IBJJF tournament was a huge success!

I was humbled by major opponents and the environment of the highest level of professional jiujitsu. Competing at this level is a skill that no gym can teach you. It is something that must be built time and time again. I saw that I have much to learn about competing at IBJJF tournaments and one of them is staying calm in tough situations. Most importantly we are all here to life each other up and push each other to compete at more tournaments. It makes me so happy to walk out of every tournament with new friends and we are always cheering each other on. Meeting athletes such as Elle and Bibiano demonstrates that God can take me as far as He wants in this sport.

However if there is one thing that makes this weekend special it is the power of friendship. Seeing my church friends drive all the way from Seattle to support me was a demonstration of great community. Friends who come to support you and lift you up regardless of the result is the best gift anyone could ask for. “ A friend loves at all times, and a brother is born for adversity.”
Proverbs‬ ‭17‬:‭17‬ ‭ESV‬‬

Raymond , Grace, Jess, and everyone at Cornerstone and Foster thank you for reminding me that my life is much more than what I do for work. No matter what my career looks like and how many matches I win that all the glory belongs to God. No amount of medals or trophies could make God love me any more or any less.

The road to Japan, Worlds, and the Euros continues… but remember…. Jesus loves you more ❤️❤️

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