Alliance Jiu Jitsu Knoxville is proud to share WBIR’s feature on Rilyn following her division championship at the October 18, 2026 IBJJF Pan Kids No-Gi event.
The coverage recognizes a significant accomplishment for a young athlete in our academy. We congratulate Rilyn on the work she has put into her jiu-jitsu and the championship she earned.
A VERIFIED CHAMPIONSHIP RESULT
IBJJF’s official results confirm Rilyn’s first-place finish in the Female / Teen 1 / Grey / Feather division, representing Alliance.
This title was earned at the October 18 Pan Kids No-Gi Championship. It is distinct from her earlier gi competition results.
Official results:
https://ibjjf.com/events/3280/results
PRIDE IN THE ATHLETE AND THE WORK
We celebrate the result while recognizing the training behind it. Technical development takes practice, attention and a willingness to keep learning. Coaches and training partners are part of that process.
Rilyn’s championship is her achievement. It is also a moment for the teammates, coaches and families at Alliance Jiu Jitsu Knoxville to recognize one of their own.
THANK YOU TO WBIR
We appreciate WBIR for featuring Rilyn and sharing her accomplishment with East Tennessee. Coverage of young athletes gives the wider community an opportunity to recognize their work and learn more about the sports they pursue.
Watch Rilyn’s interview on WBIR:
https://www.wbir.com/video/sports/bearden-middle-schooler-wins-pan-american-jui-jitsu-title/51-6cb8476c-0d06-4b35-98a4-a1f3da2f594b
ADDITIONAL LOCAL RECOGNITION
Thank you also to Susan Espiritu and Knox TN Today, whose October 28 youth feature recognized Rilyn’s championship.
Read the Knox TN Today article:
https://www.knoxtntoday.com/lets-talk-youth-a-champion-a-colorful-legacy-and-science-that-glows/
Congratulations, Rilyn. We are proud to have you represent Alliance Jiu Jitsu Knoxville.
Alliance Jiu Jitsu Knoxville celebrates Rilyn’s Pan Kids No-Gi division championship and WBIR coverage. Watch the interview and see her official result.