The American Grappling Championship

Meet the Team

Jared Fregoe

Jared is the founder of the American Grappling Championship. He holds an MBA and a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Analytics, providing a strong foundation in business strategy, financial planning, and data-driven decision-making. Jared has over 11 years of grappling experience, including six years of competitive wrestling in high school and five years of Jiu-Jitsu training, during which he has earned his purple belt.

Beyond his time on the mat, Jared runs “GrapplingTheTruth,” an Instagram platform where he creates content highlighting Jiu-Jitsu culture, gym life, technique, and film reviews related to the sport. His experience as both a competitor and content creator fuels his mission to make Grappling more approachable, entertaining, and relatable to a wider audience.

Samson Wood

Samson is the owner of DAGR Management and the head instructor at DAGR Submission Fighting in Raleigh, NC. He is a combat veteran who served in the Global War on Terrorism during both Operation Enduring Freedom and Operation Freedom’s Sentinel, completing multiple combat deployments over the course of 13 years. His service includes time as an Airborne Infantryman in the U.S. Army, as well as work as a contractor for both the Department of Defense and the Department of State. Samson is also a lifelong martial artist, with experience in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Judo, and Folkstyle Wrestling.