Ethan Crelinsten
B-Team Leg Lock Specialist · 2017–2024
Lineage
Crelinsten's elite Submissions (90) and strong Competition IQ (85) define this era.
Competition Record
Career grappling record
Gi
No-Gi
ADCC competitor, B-Team co-founder, elite no-gi specialist from the Danaher system
Mat Resume
Time on the mats in professional competition
50
Pro Matches
24
Mat Hours
20
Events
7.5 min
Avg Duration
50 sec
Fastest Sub
Style Analysis
Pure leg lock specialist from the Danaher system. His inside sankaku entries and heel hook finishes are among the most refined in the game. Incredibly calm under pressure — methodically works through his system of attacks with zero wasted movement.
Signature Submissions
Notable Matches
Key competition results
Did You Know?
Original member of the Danaher Death Squad before co-founding B-Team with Craig Jones
Canadian-born, trained at Renzo Gracie NYC before moving to Austin
Known for his analytical approach — breaks down positions like an engineer
One of the most technically precise leg lockers in the sport
Trophy Case
2022
Competed at ADCC World Championships
Regular Who's Number One competitor
Signature Moments
B-Team Co-Founder and Danaher System Specialist
Ethan Crelinsten co-founded B-Team Jiu-Jitsu with Craig Jones after the Danaher Death Squad split. His leg lock game, refined under Danaher, made him one of the most technically precise no-gi competitors in the lighter weight classes.
From Danaher Death Squad to B-Team. Crelinsten carried the system forward and helped build a new dynasty.
Season Stats · B-Team Leg Lock Specialist
Engine Attributes
Data Coverage
FloGrappling / BJJ Heroes / IBJJF
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