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Media Centre

Everything you need to cover Apex Submission League — facts, assets, event access, and accreditation.

At a Glance

Key Facts

Full Name

Apex Submission League (ASL)

Format

Team-based submission grappling — 3v3 (3 active + 1 bench)

Season 1 Events

3 events — ASL 1: 11 April 2026 (complete), ASL 2: 11 July 2026, ASL 3: Date TBA

Match Structure

4-person team rosters (3 active + 1 bench reserve), submission-only scoring

Prize Pool

$13,000+ Founding Season pool ($5k ASL 1 + $8k ASL 2 pro across two brackets)

Founded

Founding Season 2026 — Australia's first professional team grappling league

Founders

Khan Morris, Jordan Nikora, Matthew Arraiza

Website

apexsubmissionleague.com

Apex Submission League is Australia's first professional team-based submission grappling league. Built on broadcast-style production, trained officials, and safety-first rules, ASL delivers a league format — with seasons, standings, rivalries, and a Main Stage — where teams compete and athletes build legacy.

Season 1

Event Calendar

ASL 1: Founding Season

11 April 2026 — Complete

Accreditation Closed

Event 2 of 3 — Founding Season

ASL 2: Earn Your Stripes

11 July 2026

Accreditation Open

ASL 3

Date TBA

Accreditation TBC

Video & Broadcast

ASL 1 - The Full Highlight

The official ASL 1 highlight is live on YouTube. Free to embed for press, partners, and media coverage. Contact us for raw broadcast footage, commentary audio, or production feeds.

Embed code for press and partners

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Direct link: https://youtu.be/GGxW_xKtaTQ · Broadcast and licensing enquiries: media@apexsubmissionleague.com

What's Available

Accredited Media Access

Accredited media receive confirmed event-day access and can request specific production arrangements in advance. Apply via the form below.

Photography

Designated media zones with clear sightlines to the pit. Broadcast-quality lighting across all matchups. Access confirmed on accreditation approval.

Video & Broadcast

Fixed and roving camera positions for accredited partners. Commentary audio and production feed available for broadcast partners — contact us to discuss.

Press

Dedicated media seating, event runsheet, official results in real time, and post-event access to team representatives for comment.

Brand Reference

Assets & Style

Official Logo

Apex Submission League official logo
Download Logo Pack (.zip)

Includes PNG (light and dark background versions) and SVG. Do not alter proportions, colours, or add effects.

Brand Colours

Primary Black

#050505

Card Black

#111111

Gold

#D4AF37

Off White

#F5F5F5

Typography

Display / Headings

Bebas Neue

Body / UI

Barlow

Apply for Access

Media Accreditation

Applications are reviewed by the ASL team. Accreditation is confirmed by email prior to the event. Apply at least 7 days before the event date.

Broadcast partnership enquiries: media@apexsubmissionleague.com

Get in Touch

Press Contact

For interview requests, broadcast partnership enquiries, or anything not covered by the accreditation form above.

General Media

media@apexsubmissionleague.com

Photography, press access, interview requests, event coverage.

General Enquiries

Contact Form

Sponsorship, partnerships, or anything outside of media access.