Hogan Morrissette, 6, (left) of Bolton, from Vermont Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and Giavanna Bona, 6, (right), of Wolcott, from Martial Arts in Hardwick competed in the 50 pound and under grappling event, May 17, at the Conifer Clash Open Martial Arts Tournament. Morrissette won first place and Bona won second place in their division. photo by Vanessa FournierBaillee Gonzalez, 13, from Grand Master Randy Rotta’s Black Belt Academy competed in the colored Belt Weapons 11-13 co-ed division using a bo staff during the Conifer Clash Open Martial Arts Tournament Saturday. photo by Vanessa FournierKristina Waters (left) of Pomfret, from Grand Master Randy Rotta’s Black Belt Academy spars with Bill Morin (right) of Fairfax, from Arrowhead Martial Arts during the Conifer Clash Open Martial Arts Tournament, May 17, in the Hardwick Elementary School gymnasium. Master Alexander (center) is the head referee for this division. photo by Vanessa Fournier
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