Huge thank you to our dear friend Tim O’Donnell, Springfield College Wrestling Alumni, former Central Wrestling Coach, and now Emmy-nominated and award-winning documentary filmmaker! Tim came back to Springfield and spent the day with our G&G Grizzly Family and made this short film about who we are and what we represent to our community. We […]
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Today three grizzlies competed at the STCC tournament right here in Springfield, MA. Including the brother sister duo of Avi and Kaysen. Both competed with strictly business on their mind. But most importantly, had fun while doing it. Ayden Garcia also competed taking first along with Kaysen in his division. Thank you to the coaches
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Today Coach Jon Viruet marched his way to a gold medal defeating the returning Puerto Rico national team member not once but twice! Claiming himself as the new Men’s Greco 77kg Puerto Rico National Team Member. Doing so he will be traveling to the PAN-AMERICAN GAMES in Chile in hopes of qualifying a ticket to
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Today Grizzlies fall session has begun for both youth and high school student athletes. In addition, we have upgraded and included a new parent viewing area. With seats, a big screen TV to view the live practices, Granite bar for homework and other activities, such as coloring books and other kid’s games for younger siblings.
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Today two Grizzlies competed at The Merica Tournament. Both Naim and Ayden took home gold in their weight classes! The future is so bright for these two young guys. In so many ways they light up everything around them. Congratulations to the both of them. Keep up the hard work! August 20, 2023
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For the month of July Grit & Gratitude Grizzlies had the honor of being highlighted as the Mass Appeals Community Corner of the month. Head Coach and Executive Director Darby McLaughlin had the ability to guest speak on the show spreading the clubs meaning full message even more. Click the link below to watch the
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This past week Grizzlies very own Samantha Bertini Made history being the clubs first Fargo All American. She ended the day strong with a 5-2 record earning her 4th place and the right to call herself an All American for the third time in her career. Keep a look out for her as she climbs
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Lady Griz and Ludlow High School freshman, Samantha Bertini, can now add 2023 Northeast Regional Champion to her already impressive resume. Keep your eyes on this one!!!! #champ #girlswrestling #grit #gratitude
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https://www.wwlp.com/news/local-news/hampden-county/mayor-sarno-to-announce-the-11th-round-of-arpa-funding/amp/?fbclid=IwAR25frbNukCLhXwVj-pH2fSylUduKQb9g0XHcz6Iozp5mzulEGOViFE16og&mibextid=Zxz2cZ Mayor Sarno’s support for our organization is a testament to his commitment to see the youth in our community thrive. We realize this award comes with a great deal of responsibility. The leaders of Grit & Gratitude are on a mission. We will relentlessly pursue the goals for our academy with the same grit,
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Today both the Grizzlies Middle School and High School team competed in its first ever dual tournament. This was a big step forward for the club and shows the progress we have made in the past couple of years. Some standouts on the middle school team, Noah Hoover who had a great day winning all
