2027 AGF Springfield Open

Saturday, October 2, 2027 Springfield, MO, United States

At a Glance

Divisions

Gi No-Gi Kids

Entry

$95

Description

TOURNAMENT DETAILS

To better enjoy your tournament experience, please review the Rules, Dates, and Times listed below.

Competitors may weigh in without the Gi.

This event is double elimination for all normal divisions, and single elimination for all Challenger divisions.

IMPORTANT RULES

General Rules and Competition Guidelines View Rules

Allowed Techniques Rule Card Download (PDF)

IMPORTANT DATES

Monday, September 13 - Early Registration Ends

Monday, September 20 - Normal Registration Ends

Monday, September 27 - Late Registration Ends

Monday, September 27 - Competitor Correction Deadline at 11:59 PM

Tuesday, September 28 - Bracket Changes Completed by 5:00 PM

Wednesday, September 29 - Bracket Correction Deadline by 12:00 PM

Thursday, September 30 - Brackets and Schedule Released by 12:00 PM

IMPORTANT TIMES

7:30 AM - Doors Open for competitors, coaches, and spectators

7:30 AM - Weigh Ins begin

Adults may also weigh in as early as 7:30 AM, however Kids in line receive priority.

8:00 AM - Brief coaches and competitor meeting to explain any new rule changes for the season.

Event Details

Format

Double elimination

Registration

Monday, September 13 - Early Registration Ends; Monday, September 20 - Normal Registration Ends; Monday, September 27 - Late Registration Ends; Monday, September 27 - Competitor Correction Deadline 11

Schedule

Doors open 7:30 AM for competitors, coaches, and spectators; weigh-ins begin 7:30 AM; 8:00 AM brief coaches and competitor meeting.

Weigh-In

Weigh-ins begin 7:30 AM; competitors may weigh in without the Gi; adults may also weigh in as early as 7:30 AM; kids in line receive priority.

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Divisions

Gi Kids$95
Gi Kids Challenger$95
Challenger divisions are not normal divisions. Learn more about this division.
Gi Juveniles - Adults$95
Gi Juveniles - Adults Challenger$95
No Gi Kids$95
No Gi Kids Challenger$95
Challenger divisions are not normal divisions. Learn more about this division.
No Gi Juveniles - Adults$95
No Gi Juveniles - Adults Challenger$95
Pro Grappling$95
This is mixed rank/age division, split by Gender and two weight classes. You must be 16+ years old to enter. This division is No Gi only. Winners of this division earn an invitation to an end of the year event for a cash prize.

Organizer

American Grappling Federation

Frequently Asked Questions

Can competitors weigh in without a Gi?

Competitors may weigh in without the Gi.

When do weigh-ins begin and who has priority?

Weigh‑ins begin at 7:30 AM; adults may also weigh in as early as 7:30 AM, however kids in line receive priority.

When do doors open for the event?

Doors open at 7:30 AM for competitors, coaches, and spectators.

What is the competition format?

The event is double elimination for all normal divisions, and single elimination for all Challenger divisions.

What are the registration deadlines?

Monday, September 13 - Early Registration Ends; Monday, September 20 - Normal Registration Ends; Monday, September 27 - Late Registration Ends.

What are the competitor and bracket deadlines and release times?

Monday, September 27 - Competitor Correction Deadline at 11:59 PM; Tuesday, September 28 - Bracket Changes Completed by 5:00 PM; Wednesday, September 29 - Bracket Correction Deadline by 12:00 PM; Thursday, September 30 - Brackets and Schedule Released by 12:00 PM.

When is the coaches and competitor meeting?

A brief coaches and competitor meeting is at 8:00 AM to explain any new rule changes for the season.

Where are the event rules and allowed techniques provided?

The event lists General Rules and Competition Guidelines and an Allowed Techniques Rule Card under Important Rules.