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Rustin Hughes
Competing Class: A3
Rustin is a veteran, Para Jiu Jitsu champion, and coach. He lost his leg in 2014 and has been utilizing the lessons he learned from the experience to convey a sense of hope and determination to individuals battling through their own adversity…
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Ryan Wallace
Ryan Wallace’s journey in wrestling has been a testament to resilience and personal growth. With over 18 years of coaching experience, following 12 years as a competitor, he has faced multiple life-changing challenges, including a rare bone tumor diagnosis that led to the amputation of his leg…
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Jay Choquette
Competing Class: A3
Jay Choquette was an IBJJF Masters World Champion at Purple Belt in 2021. He received his brown belt for this accomplishment and was later involved in a traumatic motorcycle accident in June of 2023…
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Matthew Tate
Competing Class: L3
Matthew Tate holds a Bachelor’s degree in Emergency Management from the University of North Texas and a Master’s degree in Education Leadership from the University of Texas at Arlington…
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