William Watts

BJJ black belt coaching in Austin and writing online. Get better at BJJ & MMA faster by reading my work at https://www.opennotegrappling.com/

Health, MMA, and the risks of experimenting

William Watts of Open Note Grappling explores the overlaps of wellness, MMA and con-artistry.

William Watts | November 1

ONE Championship’s approach is hurting the future of BJJ

ONE's spectacle first approach hurting the future of BJJ

One Championship's spectacle first approach is hurting the future of competitive grappling.

William Watts | October 10

GOATs in sports like MMA & Grappling: Gordon Ryan, and athletes’ asterisks

GOATs, Gordon Ryan, And Athletes' Asterisks

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William Watts | September 27

Pickleball vs BJJ: Fighting for mainstream popularity

How has pickleball gotten so darn popular and what can grappling learn from it?

William Watts | August 24

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