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Philadelphia Phenoms

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Derek “Rodman” Rayfield returns to the Philadelphia Phenoms at 155 pounds, completing the franchise’s five-athlete Season 10 roster alongside Joshua Flores, Matias Jimenez, Sean Yadimarco, and Patrick Shahgholi.

Matias Jimenez joins older brother and head coach Roberto Jimenez in Philadelphia.

Phenoms Franchise Preview

Official Season 10 Team

Coach and preselected athletes.

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Franchise history & featured figures

Athletes, coaches, and team figures featured across the franchise's PGF history. The current Season 10 board appears above.

Kris Olivo
Coach

Kris Olivo

Derek Rayfield
Athlete

Derek Rayfield

Andrew Kochel
Athlete

Andrew Kochel

Shawn Melanson
Athlete

Shawn Melanson

Kyle Chambers
Athlete

Kyle Chambers

Noah McCully
Athlete

Noah McCully

Armin Bruni
Athlete

Armin Bruni

Derrick Adkins
Athlete

Derrick Adkins

Connect with Philadelphia Phenoms

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Phenoms Nation

Philadelphia fans, owners, and future roster pieces already live in the green. Here’s a look at the people powering the franchise launch.

Andrew Kochel celebrates a NAGA title in Phenoms gear.
Andrew Kochel locks in another belt while repping the Phenoms.
Owner Lauren Barone in a Phenoms rash guard.
Owner Lauren Barone sets the tone for the franchise era.
Lauren Barone with Brandon McCaghren, Zoltan Bathory, Mike Swain, and Joe Marchal.
Phenoms leadership linking with PGF legends to build the franchise era.
Phenoms supporters posing in fresh team gear.
Phenoms Nation already rolling deep in custom kits.

Latest News

Stay current on franchise moves, qualifier announcements, and ownership updates.

Oct 1, 2026

Derek Rayfield joins the Season 10 roster at 155 lbs

Derek Rayfield will represent the franchise in PGF Season 10 at 155 lbs.

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Sep 26, 2026

Matias Jimenez joins the Season 10 roster at 170 lbs

Matias Jimenez will represent the franchise in PGF Season 10 at 170 lbs.

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Aug 1, 2026

Joshua Flores joins the Season 10 roster at 145 lbs

Joshua Flores will represent the franchise in PGF Season 10 at 145 lbs.

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Jul 16, 2026

Roberto Jimenez named Head Coach

Roberto Jimenez will lead the franchise in PGF Season 10.

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Jul 1, 2026

Patrick Shahgholi joins the Season 10 roster at 205 lbs

Patrick Shahgholi will represent the franchise in PGF Season 10 at 205 lbs.

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Jun 1, 2026

Sean Yadimarco joins the Season 10 roster at 185 lbs

Sean Yadimarco will represent the franchise in PGF Season 10 at 185 lbs.

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Sep 27, 2026

Travis Haven Takes Two Titles in Two Days as Logan Marshall Breaks Through in Reading

10th Planet Grants Pass sweeps Reading: Travis Haven follows his 185-pound title with gold at 205, while Logan Marshall submits three opponents to earn his Season 10 Draft spot.

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Sep 26, 2026

Matias Jimenez Joins the Phenoms as Travis Haven Sweeps Philadelphia Qualifier

Lauren Barone signs the 170-pound champion after the final; four other division winners earn Season 10 Draft spots.

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Sep 9, 2026

Roberto Jimenez announces September 23–25 seminars

Train with Phenoms Head Coach Roberto Jimenez on September 23 at Dark Horse Combat Academy, September 24 at Berks County BJJ, and September 25 at Finishers Reading. See the team announcement for seminar details and host contacts.

Seminar details
Jan 17, 2026

The Philly Special: 19-Year-Old Phenom Jayden Groner Dominates in Bethlehem

Jayden Groner tears through the Philadelphia Phenoms Qualifier, going 5-0 with less than 5 minutes of total mat time.

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Sep 25, 2025

Philadelphia Phenoms join PGF

Lauren Barone acquires the Phenoms, becoming the league's first female franchise owner.

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