Renzo Gracie Newark Athletes Set to Compete at Jiu Jitsu World League Finals East

(Isstories Editorial):- Newark, New Jersey Oct 22, 2025 (Issuewire.com) – Renzo Gracie Newark, one of New Jersey’s oldest and most respected Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu academies, is proud to announce that members of its competition team will represent the academy at the upcoming Jiu Jitsu World League Finals East on November 22nd in Trenton, New Jersey.

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Leading the charge is David Almeida, returning to competition after capturing Gold at the Jiu Jitsu World League New Jersey Open in 2024. Almeida will compete in both the 154 lb No-Gi division and Gi division, where he looks to continue his dominant run.

Joining him is Shawn Cartajena, who earned Gold at the Jiu Jitsu World League New Jersey Open in 2024. Cartajena will compete in the 222 lb division, bringing his trademark power and precision back to the mats.

Renzo Gracie Newark continues to be recognized as a force in the competitive jiu-jitsu landscape, having won the 2023 Adults Season Atlantic Team Title. Under the guidance of Coach and Owner Matheus Batista, the academy has cultivated a new generation of top-tier athletes. Batista himself was a Pan American Champion at both Blue and Purple Belt and received his Black Belt in August 2022, marking him as one of the region’s most respected instructors and competitors.

Founded on the timeless principles of discipline, respect, and excellence, Renzo Gracie Newark has built a rich legacy of producing high-caliber jiu-jitsu practitioners and champions. As one of the earliest Renzo Gracie academies in New Jersey, its tradition of competitive success and community impact continues to thrive.

“Competing at this level is about more than just medals,” said Coach Matheus Batista. “It’s about representing our team, our city, and the legacy of Renzo Gracie Jiu-Jitsu. We’re proud of our athletes and confident they’ll make Newark proud.”

The Renzo Gracie Newark  team will compete alongside some of the best athletes in the region, aiming to bring more titles home to Newark and uphold the academy’s proud competitive tradition.

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