The new year is kicking off with some major grappling events in January. This Saturday, the Sapateiro Invitational brings together some of the most dangerous and successful grapplers in the sport today. When looking at the rule set and the men scheduled to compete, this is a must-watch event for any fan of the competitive grappling space.
The biggest names in the event include Bill Cooper, Hector Lombard, Vinny Magalhaes and Jeff Monson. Each of these men competed on some of the largest stages in the mixed martial arts arena. While that doesn’t necessarily translate into success in all grappling events; each of these men has shown an ability to get the job done and win major events.