Meet The Team
Matt Wray
Head Coach & Owner
1st Degree Black Belt
Matt is a former United States Marine Corps Infantry veteran who has been training Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu for over 14 years and coaching for 6. Before transitioning into martial arts, he spent a decade competing in powerlifting and strongman, building a deep understanding of strength, conditioning, and the body.
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He also has experience in other disciplines, but his primary focus has been Jiu-Jitsu as a long-term, sustainable way to train, improve, and stay healthy.
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At League City Jiu-Jitsu, Matt focuses on creating an environment where people can train hard, stay safe, and continue improving for years — not just months.
Outside the gym, Matt continues to stay active and enjoys strength training while balancing work, family, and coaching.
Bobby Bradshaw
Coach
Black Belt
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Bobby has over 20 years of experience in martial arts, including Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and extended time training in Brazil, where he earned his black belt under Sergio Miranda.
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He is also a former professional MMA fighter, bringing a deep understanding of real-world application, timing, and pressure to his coaching.
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In addition to Jiu-Jitsu, Bobby has a background in traditional martial arts and holds a black belt in Karate, giving him a well-rounded perspective on movement, discipline, and teaching.
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At League City Jiu-Jitsu, Bobby plays a key role in both the adult and kids programs, focusing on clear instruction, strong fundamentals, and helping students build confidence on the mat.
Trey Gardner
Coach
Brown Belt
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Trey has been training Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu for about 8 years and is a brown belt with a strong foundation in both fundamentals and live training.
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He is one of the original students of the academy and has trained under Matt from white belt to brown belt, developing his game through years of consistent training and time on the mat.
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At League City Jiu-Jitsu, Trey focuses on helping students build solid fundamentals, stay consistent, and continue improving in a positive, structured environment.
Adrian Rodriguez
Coach
Adrian has over 20 years of experience in grappling, holding a brown belt in Judo and a black belt in Jiu-Jitsu, with a strong background in both traditional and practical application.
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He brings a unique perspective to the academy, blending traditional Judo with wrestling concepts to help students develop effective takedowns and control.
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At League City Jiu-Jitsu, Adrian leads the Judo program, focusing on fundamentals, timing, and helping students become more confident and effective on their feet.
