Stuart Carmody Wins on Polaris Debut at Polaris 37

Stuart Carmody, BJJ purple belt and instructor at Studio Galera in Bandon, West Cork, made his Polaris debut at Polaris 37 in Dublin, and came away with the win.

The Match

Stuart was announced as one of the top Irish prospects on the card, set to face Conor Devenney. Over two rounds, Stuart brought the better attacks throughout, working well from the bottom, taking the back and coming close to a finish, then taking the back again in the second round to seal it. The judges scored it a unanimous decision in his favour.

Fighting on a card like Polaris is a different level of pressure entirely, one of the biggest stages in European grappling, with the match broadcast to fans across the world.

In His Own Words

Stuart shared his thoughts after the event:

Last weekend, I had the incredible opportunity to compete on one of the biggest stages in European grappling, and I'm extremely grateful to have been given that chance. While I didn't secure the submission I was looking for, I'm very pleased with my performance. I made sure to put on a dominant, exciting match and showcase the skills and preparation that went into this event. This experience has only motivated me further, and I'm ready for whatever opportunities come next, whether that's another call-up or a new challenge on the horizon.

Training at Studio Galera

Stuart's performance at Polaris is a brilliant reflection of the level of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu coaching on offer at Studio Galera in Bandon, West Cork. Training under and alongside competitors who test themselves against the best in Europe gives every student here, from beginners to competitors, access to that same level of instruction.

Massive fair play to Stuart on the win and the performance. Looking forward to seeing where the next call-up takes him.

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