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Australian <b>BJJ</b> Legend John Will Promoted To Coral Belt - Jitsmagazine.com
In episode 277 of Grappler News, Steve Hamoen welcomes listeners with an introduction, setting the stage for a focused discussion on a significant milestone in the grappling community. The episode highlights John Will's coral belt promotion, a rare and prestigious achievement in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, and examines his profound impact on the development and growth of BJJ in Australia. This episode delves into Will's contributions to the sport, his influence on practitioners, and the broader implications of his promotion within the global BJJ community.
Key Points
- John Will has become the first Australian to be promoted to the rank of coral belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, marking a historic moment for the Australian BJJ community.
- John Will's diverse martial arts journey includes being the first non-Indonesian to win the World Silat Championship and becoming one of the first twelve non-Brazilians to earn a black belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu.
- John Will's promotion to coral belt highlights his significant influence on the development of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu in Australia, inspiring a new generation of grapplers like Craig Jones and Lachlan Giles.
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