Knoxville Grappling Tournament 2024: Get Ready for an Electrifying Event!
Knoxville Spring Games 2024: The Ultimate Grappling Tournament Experience
Attention, grappling enthusiasts and martial artists! Mark your calendars for the highly anticipated 2024 Knoxville Spring Games, set to take place on May 18, 2024. This adrenaline-fueled tournament promises to be a thrilling showcase of skills, sportsmanship, and camaraderie in the world of grappling.
Originally scheduled for an earlier date, the event has been rescheduled due to inclement weather conditions and reports of black ice across Tennessee. Putting the safety of our participants and staff as our top priority, we have made the decision to postpone the event to May 18, ensuring a secure and optimal environment for all attendees.
For your convenience, all current registrations have been automatically transferred to the new date. However, if you are unable to make it on May 18, please contact us at thegrapplinggames@gmail.com for a refund. Please allow up to five business days for the refund process to be completed.
Your understanding and flexibility during this weather-related update are greatly appreciated. We assure you that the decision to reschedule was made with the utmost care and consideration for the well-being of everyone involved.
Weigh-In Schedule: Ensuring Fair Competition at Knoxville Spring Games 2024
As we gear up for the Knoxville Spring Games, it's essential to familiarize yourself with the tournament rules, weigh-in schedule, and other important details to ensure a smooth and enjoyable experience for all participants.
To promote healthy practices and discourage drastic weight cuts, weigh-ins will be held without the gi at the venue before your division's scheduled time. Please ensure you compete in a weight class that aligns with your normal weight to maintain fairness and safety for all competitors.
Remember, there is a 1-pound allowance to account for undergarments and scale differences. Failure to attend your scheduled weigh-in may result in disqualification from your weight division, with no refunds or transfers permitted due to disqualification or missed weight requirements.
Here's the weigh-in schedule for your convenience:
- Kids and Teens competing in No-Gi: Saturday between 8:00am - 8:45am
- Kids and Teens competing in Gi: Saturday between 8:00am - 9:15am
- Adults/Masters/Seniors competing in Gi: Saturday between 9:00am - 10:15am
- Adults/Masters/Seniors competing in No-Gi: Saturday between 10:00am - 1:15pm
Knoxville Spring Games 2024 Tournament Rules: Ensuring a Fair and Enjoyable Experience
Stay informed about the tournament rules by visiting www.grapplinggames.org/gg120. Familiarize yourself with the preliminary divisions (posted on Thursday at 8 pm) to prepare for your participation.
Please note that competitors aged 13 and above cannot switch weight divisions on the tournament day. Brackets will be finalized, so any required changes must be communicated before 6 pm on the Friday before the event.
For any inquiries or clarifications regarding the rules, feel free to contact us. We want to ensure a fair and enjoyable experience for all participants at The 2024 Knoxville Spring Games.
Get Ready to Grapple!
As the excitement builds for this highly anticipated event, it's time to start preparing both mentally and physically. Whether you're a seasoned grappler or a newcomer to the sport, the Knoxville Spring Games offers an electrifying platform to showcase your skills, test your limits, and forge new connections within the grappling community.
Stay tuned for updates, training tips, and more information as we countdown to the big day. Get ready to step onto the mats and demonstrate your grappling prowess in a safe and competitive environment.
Don't miss out on this thrilling opportunity to compete, learn, and grow alongside fellow martial artists from around the region. Mark your calendars for May 18, 2024, and let's make the Knoxville Spring Games an unforgettable experience!
For any further inquiries or to stay up-to-date with the latest news and announcements, visit www.grapplinggames.org/gg120 or contact us at thegrapplinggames@gmail.com. We can't wait to see you on the mats!
–– The Grappling Games Staff.
