2026 AGF Houston Open
Organized by American Grappling Federation
The 2026 AGF Houston Open will take place on September 26 at The Zone in Houston, TX. This event, organized by the American Grappling Federation, will include both gi and no-gi competitions.
Event Description
The American Grappling Federation brings its Houston Open to The Zone, running the organization's own IBJJF-inspired rulebook across roughly 900 possible age, weight, and experience division combinations -- from Tiny Kids (age 4) through the Executives (50+) bracket. AGF is also known for its distinctive Coach's Challenge, letting corners contest a referee call by tossing a bean bag onto the mat. The tournament is set for Saturday, September 26, 2026, at The Zone in Houston, TX, with both gi and no-gi competition on offer for every belt level. AGF requires pre-registration -- there is no day-of sign-up -- so competitors should register early through the Smoothcomp link on this listing.
Divisions
Registration deadline: September 21, 2026
Venue & travel
10371 Stella Link Rd, Houston, TX 77025
Nearest airport: Houston Hobby (HOU) — about 12 miles / 17 minutes, closer than Bush Intercontinental.
In the Stella Link corridor near Houston's 610 Loop, in the Meyerland/Braeswood area. A small independent multi-sport facility, not a large public arena.
About American Grappling Federation
The American Grappling Federation (AGF) is a Dallas–Fort Worth-based tournament organizer founded in 2011 by Brandon Quick and Chris Carlino. It runs gi and no-gi tournaments for kids and adults across the US using an IBJJF-style points system, its own weight-class and experience-level divisions, and an AGF Pro elite no-gi division.
Rules
The American Grappling Federation (AGF) runs a points-based gi and no-gi tournament circuit, primarily across the southern and central United States, with divisions for kids and adults grouped by age, weight, and experience.
AGF's distinctive rule is its overtime: tied matches go to a sudden-death period where the first competitor to score a point or advantage wins immediately. If overtime also ends level, the referee decides based on who spent longer scoring or attacking submissions. Check the AGF rulebook for current point values and division rules.
Always confirm the official rulebook before you compete — organizations update rules between seasons. See the official event page for current rules.
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Frequently asked questions
- When and where is the 2026 AGF Houston Open?
- Saturday, September 26, 2026, at The Zone in Houston, TX.
- What is the Coach's Challenge?
- AGF's system letting a competitor's coach contest a referee call by tossing a bean bag onto the mat.
- Can I register the day of the event?
- No, AGF requires pre-registration; there are no day-before or day-of sign-ups.
- What divisions are offered?
- Both gi and no-gi across roughly 900 age, weight, and experience combinations, from Tiny Kids (4) through Executives (50+).
- How do I register?
- Through Smoothcomp at the link on this page.
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