STL Outlaws PGF Qualifier 145lbs and 170lbs
Truesdale, United States
Description
Divisions: Men (18+) | 145 lbs & 170 lbs
Entry Fee: $100 (Includes St. Louis Outlaws Team Swag Bag)
Date: Friday, October 2, 2026
Location: Marylou Community Building | 825 Market St, Truesdale, MO 63380
Presented By: St. Louis Outlaws, Tesson Roofing, and Supplement Superstore
MISSION & EVENT OVERVIEW
The path to PGF Season 10 rolls through Missouri! The St. Louis Outlaws are hosting an official qualifier to identify high-level grapplers who embody the grit, integrity, honor, discipline, and relentless competitive spirit of the Outlaws. This is your opportunity to prove yourself on the mat and punch your ticket to the Professional Grappling Federation.
Winner's Prize Package (Per Weight Class):
- Guaranteed Spot in the PGF Season 10 Draft
- $500 Cash Prize
- PGF XP: All competitors earn official PGF ranking points, affecting future season invitations, draft eligibility, and seeding.
- For full details, review the PGF Rulebook: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Br2DszRCgcHLGsV65f3APOT4-VS_NeAbZXBjdvzmo_M/edit?tab=t.0
Note: Standout performers beyond the division winners may also be scouted for roster, alternate, or future PGF event invitations.
SCHEDULE & LOCATION
- Date: Friday, October 2, 2026
- Venue: Marylou Community Building
- Address: 825 Market St, Truesdale, MO 63380
- Weigh-Ins: 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM (CT) (Strict weight classes; missing weight may result in removal)
- Mandatory Rules Meeting: 6:30 PM (CT)
- Event Start Time: 7:00 PM (CT)
DIVISION & ATHLETE ELIGIBILITY
- Weight Classes: 145 lbs | 170 lbs
- Division: Adult Men (16+)
- Skill Rank: Open Rank (All belts, styles, and experience levels are welcome).
- Eligibility: Athletes must be physically prepared for a high-intensity, professional grappling environment.
- St. Louis Outlaws officials reserve the right to approve, deny, or remove any registration to maintain competitor safety and event integrity.
MATCH FORMAT & RULESET
- Style: No-Gi
- Bracket: Single Elimination
- Match Duration: 6-Minute Matches (Official PGF Qualifier Ruleset)
- Victory Conditions: Submission or Referee Decision only (No points. No advantages.)
- Officiating: Event officials and referees hold final authority on all match decisions, penalties, disqualifications, and disputes.
- For full details, review the PGF Rulebook: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1N0MY9TJnKfxq8LlPoHms6L7QieKIK1TN/view?usp=sharing
REGISTRATION & REFUND POLICY
- Athlete Entry Fee: $100 (Includes official St. Louis Outlaws Swag Bag)
- Registration Deadline: September 20, 2026
- Capacity: Spots are strictly limited to ensure schedule performance—secure your spot early.
- Refund Policy: All registrations are final. No refunds will be issued for no-shows, missed weigh-ins, failure to make weight, disqualifications, or inability to attend.
SPECTATORS & COACH PASSES
- Coach Pass: Every registered athlete receives 1 complimentary Coach Pass for matside access. Additional coaches, teammates, or corner personnel must purchase a spectator ticket.
- All Spectators (18+): $25
- Student Spectators (6–18): $15
- Kids (5 & Under): Free
ATHLETE CONDUCT & MEDICAL SAFETY
- Professional Conduct: Unsportsmanlike behavior, disrespect toward staff or opponents, or physical altercations outside competition will result in immediate disqualification without a refund.
- Medical Risk: Competitors participate at their own risk and must be in suitable physical condition for intense combat sports. Event staff reserve the right to halt a match or withdraw an athlete for safety reasons.
- Media Release: By registering, athletes grant permission to the St. Louis Outlaws, the PGF, and event partners to capture and use photo, video, and match footage for live broadcasts, promotional content, and marketing.
ABOUT THE PGF
The Professional Grappling Federation (PGF) is a revolutionary, submission-only league merging combat intensity with season-long team strategy. The PGF was co-founded by Brandon McCaghren (PGF Commissioner, 10th Planet black belt, and veteran UFC/ADCC commentator), Heather Grace Gracie (CEO of Gracie Fight Management and granddaughter of Carlos Gracie Sr.), Zoltan Bathory (founding guitarist of Five Finger Death Punch and active Judo/BJJ black belt), and Keelan Lawyer (cinematography innovator at Subconscious Studios). Streamed live worldwide on YouTube, the PGF is establishing the new standard for professional Jiu-Jitsu.
Follow for Updates: IG/FB @STLOutlaws | @pgfworld
Watch Live: YouTube.com/PGFworld YouTube.com/STLOutlaws
(Smoothcomp does not guarantee that they are up to date with current rules and regulations)
Divisions
- Male No-Gi$100
Organizer
Frequently Asked Questions
When and where is the STL Outlaws PGF Qualifier?
The event is Friday, October 2, 2026, at Marylou Community Building, 825 Market St, Truesdale, MO 63380.
What time are weigh-ins, the rules meeting, and the event start?
Weigh-ins are 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM (CT). The mandatory rules meeting is at 6:30 PM (CT), and the event starts at 7:00 PM (CT).
What divisions are offered?
The listed weight classes are 145 lbs and 170 lbs. The skill rank is Open Rank, and all belts, styles, and experience levels are welcome.
What is the athlete entry fee and registration deadline?
The athlete entry fee is $100 and includes an official St. Louis Outlaws Swag Bag. The registration deadline is September 20, 2026.
What is the match format?
Matches are No-Gi, single elimination, and 6 minutes long under the official PGF Qualifier ruleset. Victory is by submission or referee decision only, with no points and no advantages.
What happens if an athlete misses weight?
The event uses strict weight classes, and missing weight may result in removal. No refunds will be issued for missed weigh-ins or failure to make weight.
What is the refund policy?
All registrations are final. No refunds will be issued for no-shows, missed weigh-ins, failure to make weight, disqualifications, or inability to attend.
How much are spectator tickets and coach passes?
Every registered athlete receives 1 complimentary Coach Pass for matside access. Spectator tickets are $25 for all spectators 18+, $15 for student spectators 6–18, and free for kids 5 and under.
What does each weight class winner receive?
Each weight class winner receives a guaranteed spot in the PGF Season 10 Draft and a $500 cash prize. All competitors earn official PGF ranking points.
Where can people follow updates or watch live?
Updates are listed at IG/FB @STLOutlaws and @pgfworld. The event lists YouTube.com/PGFworld and YouTube.com/STLOutlaws for watching live.
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