Sport Grappling
Federation
(SGF)
Governed by Born To Win Athlete Development Pathway, Inc.
The Sport Grappling Federation (SGF) is the official sanctioning authority for all grappling events and divisions held under the Born To Win Combat Sport Competition
Created to align with Born To Win’s mission of safety, technical progression, and athlete development, SGF establishes the standards, rules, and operational structure for grappling competition across all ages and skill levels.
The Sport Grappling Federation is a sanctioning authority dedicated to safe, technical, and development-focused grappling. SGF emphasizes technique, control, and long-term athlete growth, with all matches conducted exclusively on mats/tatamis.
SGF operates under the governance of Born To Win Athlete Development Pathway, Inc., a 501(c)(3) nonprofit committed to athlete education and safety.
SGF — Technical Grappling. Built Right.
Sanctioning Authority for Grappling Under Born To Win Combat Sport Competition
Upcoming SGF Events
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Become an SGF Official
Interested in becoming part of the SGF officiating program?
SGF officials play an important role in providing athletes with safe, fair, and professionally administered competition.
SGF officials are expected to demonstrate:
Professionalism
Consistency
Integrity
Impartiality
Rules Knowledge
Safety Awareness
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Bring SGF to Your City
Gyms, academies, clubs, promoters, schools, universities, and qualified organizations interested in hosting or promoting an SGF-sanctioned competition may contact SGF regarding event development and sanctioning.
SGF-sanctioned events operate under the standards established by the Official SGF Policy Manual.