Ariel Gasperini
Ariel "Underdog" Gasperini (b. 1990) is an infamous female grappler from New Jersey known for her mad (legendary) "white-belt" skills and terrible spelling. She describes herself as a quiet but confident person who enjoys living life and finding inner balance. Ariel abstains from fast food, smoking, or using drugs. She plans on becoming a teacher one day.
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
Ariel studies Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu at the International Karate school under Fernando Yamasaki and common UFC referee Mario Yamasaki. She got the nickname Underdog because, she was the first women training at her gym, making her an automatic underdog. Her signature moves include the flying armbar and a lot of guard work. Ariel placed in the following non exhaustive list of tournaments:
Event Name |
Division |
Place |
|---|---|---|
2007 Grapplers Quest Liberty Bell No-Gi Challenge |
Women's Advanced No-Gi Class D (145-159.9 lbs.) |
1st Place |
2007 Grapplers Quest North American Championships |
Women’s BJJ Blue Belt Class D (145-159.9 lbs.) |
3rd Place |
2007 Diamond State Games |
Teen's Advanced BJJ Middleweight (130-149.9 lbs.) |
3rd Place |
2007 Diamond State Games |
Teen's Advanced No-Gi Middleweight (135-149.9 lbs.) |
3rd Place |
Even thought she is still a teenager and a white belt, Ariel is ranked 1st in Women's Advanced No-Gi Class D (145-159.9 lbs.) according to Grappling League. In NAGA events, Ariel is ranked 36th in no-gi and 28th in gi with 4 NAGA-associated event wins according to Rated. Ariel currently works for Grapplers Quest.