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Elder Cruz, aka "El Monstro" is a Brazilian jiu-jitsu purple belt from La Habra, CA. Cruz trains under coach Lucas Leite and represents Checkmat. He is the an IBJJF Pan and American National champion, as well as a WNO veteran.
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FULL ROUND: Elder Cruz And Jansen Gomes Spar In Worlds Camp
May 24, 2024
Elder Cruz and Jansen Gomes spar during their training camp for IBJJF Worlds.