Shoulder Pressure Finish: Sam Weaver Secures Heavyweight Win at XFA BJJ 01 in Crossville

Crossville, TN – Under the scenic canopy of Cumberland Mountain State Park, the XFA cage was the stage for a gritty heavyweight NoGi showdown between Shotoforce BJJ’s Gavin Bulkowski and Yard Call MMA’s Sam Weaver—a clash that delivered intensity from the opening whistle.

The match kicked off with Weaver wasting no time. The Yard Call powerhouse came out blazing, immediately blasting through Bulkowski with a textbook double leg takedown. From the top position, Weaver pushed the pace, staying relentlessly aggressive as he worked to isolate an arm. Bulkowski responded with sharp defensive fundamentals from half guard, fending off submission attempts and keeping the pass at bay.

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Weaver, undeterred, shifted tactics and began applying brutal shoulder pressure, targeting Bulkowski’s head and jaw. The intensity mounted as the action pressed against the cage, leaving Bulkowski with limited options. With no room to escape and constant pressure grinding down, the tap came—a rare and decisive shoulder pressure finish.

The crowd in Crossville erupted, witnessing a rarely seen submission born from relentless top pressure and positional control.

This heavyweight feature bout showcased not only physical strength, but also the tactical grind of high-level NoGi grappling. With the win, Sam Weaver solidifies himself as a rising threat in the heavyweight division, while Gavin Bulkowski earns respect for his defensive grit and technical resilience.

Stay tuned for more XFA BJJ action as we continue to bring the region’s most exciting grappling matchups to the cage.


About Xtreme Fighting Alliance (XFA):
Founded in 2024, XFA is a Tennessee-based mixed martial arts promotion dedicated to elevating the sport through dynamic, high-quality events that combine professional and amateur MMA action. Sanctioned by GAMMA, XFA continues to provide a platform for fighters to showcase their skills in front of passionate combat sports fans across the Southeast.