Camp Creek Kombat

Finding the right path did not come easily early on. Growing up, I tried several sports including baseball, basketball, golf, and karate, but nothing truly resonated. That changed in my freshman year of high school when I discovered wrestling and developed a passion for grappling that would shape my life.

After the wrestling season ended, I began training Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu in 2011 under Casey Oxendine. What started as a way to stay on the mat quickly became a lifelong commitment. In 2022, I earned my black belt under Casey Oxendine and have gained extensive competition experience at IBJJF and ADCC events.

Alongside jiu-jitsu, I have trained in judo on and off for more than 10 years. I hold a green belt under 7th Dan Brian Rowe and have achieved significant competitive success, including being the 2018 Tennessee Judo State Champion and the 2025 North Carolina State Champion.

I founded Camp Creek Kombat to help others grow through martial arts while building a team grounded in discipline, accountability, and perseverance. The gym is not just a place to train, it is a community focused on developing confident, capable individuals both on and off the mat.

Graham began wrestling during his school years, developing the toughness, discipline, and control that continue to shape his style today. He remains closely connected to the sport and gives back by assisting with a local high school wrestling team when available.

Over the past five years, Graham has expanded his training into Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, where he currently holds the rank of purple belt, along with continued study in Kung Fu and Tai Chi. This diverse background has given him a well rounded approach that blends explosive takedowns, strong ground control, and the fluid movement of traditional martial arts.