Erie's Most Decorated Smoothcomp Team
256 Medals On Smoothcomp
3 Elements BJJ & MMA competitors have won 256 medals on Smoothcomp (82 gold, 115 silver, 59 bronze), the most of any Erie-area gym as of November 2026. Our students compete regularly at Smoothcomp-run events such as NAGA and Grappling Industries in Pittsburgh, Cleveland, Buffalo and Rochester. Head BJJ instructor and black belt Brad Gardner leads the team, and you don’t have to compete to train here: many members train for fitness, self-defense and fun.
256 medals won by 3 Elements BJJ & MMA (Erie, PA) competitors on Smoothcomp: 82 gold, 115 silver and 59 bronze.
| Event | Date | Location | Gold | Silver | Bronze |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grappling Industries BUFFALO | Oct 3, 2026 | Buffalo, NY | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| NAGA Pittsburgh Grappling Championship | Sep 26, 2026 | Cheswick | 1 | 2 | 0 |
| Grappling Industries CLEVELAND | Sep 26, 2026 | Cleveland, Ohio | 1 | 3 | 1 |
| NAGA Rochester Grappling Championship | Aug 8, 2026 | Rochester, NY | 1 | 2 | 1 |
| Grappling Industries PITTSBURGH | Jun 27, 2026 | Pittsburgh, PA | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Upcoming events
- Grappling Industries PITTSBURGH — Nov 21, 2026, Pittsburgh, PA (12 entries)
| Fighter | Level | W-L-D | NC |
|---|---|---|---|
| Victor "Testa Dura" Guarriello | Pro | 4-4-0 | 0 |
| Blair "Mr. No Gimmick" Phillips | Pro | 2-2-0 | 0 |
| Elijah Humes | Pro | 1-1-0 | 0 |
| Nolan "Scooter" Stahl | Pro | 1-2-0 | 0 |
| William Ferguson | Amateur | 6-3-0 | 0 |
| Jeremy Sakuta | Amateur | 5-8-0 | 0 |
| Joshuwa "Make It Nasty" Caban | Amateur | 4-2-0 | 1 |
| Jaison Morales | Amateur | 3-4-0 | 0 |
| Jordan Frey | Amateur | 2-0-0 | 1 |
| Brent "Lumpia Warrior" Elizon | Amateur | 2-1-0 | 0 |
| Elias "Left Shark" Buhl | Amateur | 2-3-0 | 0 |
| Jacob Boring | Amateur | 1-0-0 | 0 |
| Derek Bly | Amateur | 1-1-0 | 0 |
| Alanna Yungwirth | Amateur | 0-1-0 | 0 |
| Logan Thompson | Pro | 0-2-0 | 0 |
How we compare
256 Smoothcomp medals — about 2.5x the next Erie-area gym.
Source: Smoothcomp club medal totals for Erie-area gyms, checked Nov 2, 2026. Lifetime totals; only events run on Smoothcomp are counted (IBJJF and other platforms are not included).
Our Fighters
3 Elements also trains MMA fighters. 15 fighters list 3 Elements as their gym on Tapology (5 pro, 10 amateur). Striking instructor Jeremy Sakuta coaches the stand-up side, and black belt Josh Cummings and brown belt Elias Buhl are part of the team’s grappling core. The table above shows MMA records only, checked by hand after each fight.
(Records: Tapology, checked Nov 2, 2026.)
Ready to Train With Erie's Most Decorated Smoothcomp Team?
Your first class is free. Adults and kids (ages 5-14) welcome, all levels, no experience needed. Classes run Tuesday-Thursday evenings and Saturdays, with open mat Saturday at 10:30 am (no classes Sunday, Monday or Friday).
Competition FAQ
Do I have to compete to train at 3 Elements?
No. Competing is optional. Many members never enter a tournament; they train for fitness, self-defense and skill. Coaches help anyone who wants to compete prepare.
What does "most decorated Smoothcomp team" mean?
As of November 2026, 3 Elements has 256 medals on Smoothcomp (82 gold, 115 silver, 59 bronze), the most of any Erie-area gym we checked and about 2.5 times the next. Smoothcomp only records events run on its platform, such as NAGA and Grappling Industries, so IBJJF results are not included.
Which tournaments do 3 Elements students compete in?
Mostly Smoothcomp-run grappling events in the region, including NAGA and Grappling Industries in Pittsburgh, Cleveland, Buffalo and Rochester. Our MMA fighters compete on amateur and pro cards tracked on Tapology.
Can kids compete?
Yes. Kids BJJ is for ages 5-14, and kids can enter youth divisions when they and their parents are ready. It’s never required.
How do I start?
Book a free trial class on the registration page. Come to any beginner-friendly class; no experience or gear purchase is needed for the first visit.