Athletes from across Southern California gathered at Tuttle Gym on the campus of Ventura High School on Saturday, June 13, for GH05T Brand Presents Eat Sleep Teep Semi Contact California 7, a developmental Muay Thai event designed to provide athletes with valuable competition experience in a safe and structured environment. The event MC is Spencer Noren of local media VenturaForward bringing high energy and crowd engagement throughout the event.
The event featured 28 matches and welcomed competitors representing 12 Muay Thai gyms from throughout Southern California. Coaches, athletes, families, and supporters filled the venue for a full day of competition, sportsmanship, and community building.
Special guests included Bob Karmel, President of the United States Muay Thai Association (USMTA), whose attendance highlighted the continued growth and development of Muay Thai throughout the region.
One of the event’s most notable success stories was 17-year-old Andrew Bill of 805 Kickboxing. Bill was recently selected to represent Team USA at the WBC Amazing Muay Thai Festival in Bangkok, Thailand later this month. His journey reflects the mission behind Eat Sleep Teep, as his first-ever competitive appearance took place at Eat Sleep Teep 1. Just a few years later, he is preparing to compete on the international stage representing the United States.
Throughout the day, athletes demonstrated technical skill, determination, and respect for their opponents, resulting in several standout performances recognized by event staff and coaches.
Award recipients included:
- Team of the Day: Left Hand Muay Thai of Santa Monica
- Yod Muay (Outstanding Athlete): George Torres (KMT SFV, Northridge)
- Match of the Day: Gabriel Perrea (Pu’u Muay Thai Santa Barbara) vs. Supreme Down (Left Hand Muay Thai)
Founded to help bridge the gap between gym training and full-contact competition, the Eat Sleep Teep Semi Contact series continues to provide athletes of all ages and experience levels with opportunities to gain ring experience while emphasizing safety, sportsmanship, and technical development.
