Meet Our Sponsored Athletes

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Angelika Glapiak

Angelika is a Black Belt out of De Souza Dojo and a standout figure in European Jiu Jitsu — both on and off the mats.
A proven competitor on some of the sport’s biggest stages, Angelika has built an impressive record across the IBJJF European Championships, International Master Europe, AJP UK and the World Masters IBJJF Championships. With multiple gold medals at the highest levels — including double gold at World Masters — she consistently tests herself against elite competition and delivers.
But Angelika’s impact goes far beyond medals.
She is a dedicated coach, an accomplished photographer, and a passionate advocate for women in the sport. Through hosting women’s only open mats and creating safe, empowering training spaces, she actively contributes to the growth and visibility of women in Jiu Jitsu. Her work behind the camera captures the raw reality of the sport, telling the stories that often go unseen.
An Enyo veteran with multiple wins, Angelika embodies everything WTF Combat Apparel stands for — discipline, purpose, and community.
A competitor. A creator. A leader.
Angelika Glapiak represents a new standard of what it means to be a fighter.NAAngA

Adam Forster 

Adam is the first male athlete to join WTF – We The Fighters Combat Apparel, representing the brand as a Gi-only sponsored athlete.
A dedicated brown belt competitor training out of 40 Licks Jiu Jitsu Club, Adam has built a strong reputation on the competition scene, performing on major stages and consistently delivering results against high-level opposition. His experience, discipline, and competitive mindset reflect exactly what WTF stands for—commitment to the craft and pushing standards within the sport.
Beyond his own achievements, Adam is a genuine advocate for the growth of women’s jiu-jitsu. He actively supports increased visibility, opportunity, and recognition for female athletes, aligning closely with WTF’s mission to elevate and empower women in combat sports.
Adam represents more than performance—he represents purpose.

Michelle Skuse

Michelle is a relentless competitor and rising talent in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, making an incredible impact in just over a year and a half of training. After transitioning from Muay Thai, she quickly became hooked, dedicating herself to intense training, competing, and building connections within the female BJJ community. In her first full year (2024), she dominated the competition scene, winning gold with all submissions in four out of five events and earning the title of blue belt British champion in under 1.5 years. Beyond her personal success, Michelle is a true team player—coaching, supporting, and strategizing with her teammates. With big goals ahead, she’s set on competing in ADCC and IBJJF, stepping into superfights, and using her Business and Events Management degree to contribute to the sport she loves.

Becky Mayo

A fierce competitor and dedicated purple belt, Becky has made waves on the mats ranking #7 worldwide (2024) in middleweight as a blue belt and now continuing her dominance at purple. Since January 2025, she’s already claimed 8 IBJJF golds, a British Open title, multiple submission-only wins, and 14 golds across 12 competitions just this year alone — including a standout performances at IBJJF Worlds.

Becky is a true embodiment of grit, growth, and greatness, Recently promoted to Brown Belt winning Gold at IBJJF Euros. 

Molly Lindsay 

Molly is a dedicated MMA fighter and No-Gi BJJ competitor, drawn to BJJ through her MMA journey. She found a strong sense of community in the women’s Jiu-Jitsu circuit, deepening her love for the sport.

As a mother and dedicated athlete, Molly embodies resilience, proving that motherhood and high-level competition can go hand in hand. Returning to competition after having a baby is one of her proudest achievements, embracing a new level of strength and courage.

Beyond her own journey, Molly is a passionate advocate for women’s health in combat sports, educating both women and men on the importance of cycle syncing and understanding menstrual health in training. She is committed to breaking stigmas and creating a more informed, supportive environment for female athletes.

She is a fighter, role model, and driving force for change in the sport.

Holly Jackson 

Holly is well known for her work within the women community of sports. With over seven years of experience as a personal trainer and online coach, holly specialises in body image and identity in sport. — empowering women to feel confident and strong.

A dedicated competitor, holly is a purple belt, Holly has secured golds on stages like Empire Grappling, intergrapple, Gorilla Invitational, Valhalla Submission Grappling and gold in Nogi British open,

thriving both on and off the mats, as well as doing her part for women in the sport, holly currently runs a free women's monthly competition training session called scraps and scran.

We are proud to have Holly join our WTF family of Sponsored Athletes and amazing women. 

Tiia Barkham

Tiia is a multiple-competition winner and a talented jiu-jitsu athlete. fighting on main stages like Enyo, euros and English open, She represents the excellence and determination that defines women in Brazilian jiu-jitsu, consistently achieving remarkable results on the mats. 

Beyond the mats, Tiia is currently at university studying osteopath, a field that complements her commitment to athleticism and helping others. 

We’re proud to have her represent WTF and continue breaking barriers for women in combat sports.

Courtney Kaye

Courtney started her BJJ Journey 7 years ago after training Muay Thai from a young age with her father. Courtney has proven herself in her dedication for females within combat sports and continues to be an amazing role model and trainer for women in and out of her gym. Courtney has excelled within her fighting carrier so far including being offered a place on the Abu Dhabi National BJJ Team. From winning the UAE National Championship title to securing the Absolute title and 2nd place at the UK ADCC Championship this year. With victories at submission-only shows like Gorilla Invitational, Chaos Ireland, and Clash Submission Only, her achievements reflect her dedication. 

Beyond competition, Courtney has positively influenced the female community by addressing stigmas around gynecological health. During her time in the UAE, she encouraged women to openly discuss menstrual complications and prioritize regular check-ups, especially as athletes. This mission is personal to her, having overcome challenges herself. Courtney is passionate about teaching BJJ and inspiring women to break barriers, both on and off the mats.

Jade Barker

With 28 years of martial arts experience, a 4th degree black belt in Taekwondo, and a brown belt in BJJ, Jade brings an incredible wealth of skill and passion to the team. A professional MMA veteran, multiple-time gold medalist, Polaris competitor, and NAGA belt holder, she’s also the highest ranked female in BJJ in Portsmouth and head coach at Vespasian Security BJJ. Jade’s journey through the sport has been deeply personal, and now she’s committed to giving back—empowering the next generation and creating a positive space for growth on and off the mats.

Danielle Tighe 

Danielle is a seasoned Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt, with over 7 years of dedicated training under her belt. She regularly competes in major events like Enyo and Empire Grappling, consistently dominating sub-only competitions with her skill and determination.

Off the mats, Danielle is a passionate advocate for women's fighting, always uplifting her teammates and fostering a strong community of female athletes. Since earning her black belt, she has been leading women-only seminars and sharing her expertise across Europe, inspiring others through both her teaching and her journey.

A true role model within the BJJ community, Danielle continues to push her limits and inspire the next generation of female fighters.