Jacob Couch, nicknamed "The Hillbilly Hammer," is a top-level jiu-jitsu competitor who's already made a big name for himself even before becoming a black belt. He's part of the Pedigo Submission Fighting team and has won multiple gold medals in major jiu-jitsu tournaments.
Unlike many other grapplers who get their nicknames from close friends or family, Couch's nickname is more of a promotional name based on his background.
Biography
Jacob Couch, born in Kentucky, started his competitive journey with football but switched to wrestling before discovering jiu-jitsu at 15. He faced bullying and financial challenges but persevered through training at local MMA gyms.
After befriending members of the Pedigo Submission Fighting team, Couch moved to Illinois to train with them and quickly excelled in jiu-jitsu. His dedication and hard work led to a black belt promotion at the 2022 IBJJF No-Gi World Championship.
How Old is Jacob Couch?
As of writing, Jacob Couch is 25 years old.
What is his Weight Class?
He is competing in the 88kg division.
What is his Belt Rank?
Jacob Couch holds a black belt rank in Jiu Jitsu.
Team or Affiliation
Pedigo Submission Fighting
Best Jacob Couch Jiu Jitsu Instructionals
Jacob Couch combines his skills in wrestling and Jiu Jitsu to create deadly leg locks and heel hooks.
If you want to learn from him, you should definitely check out some of his instructionals:
Noteworthy Titles/Tournaments Won
- 1st Place ADCC East Coast Trials (2023)
- 1st Place ADCC Las Vegas Open (2023)
- 3rd Place IBJJF Pan Championship NOGI (2023)
- 3rd Place ADCC East Coast Trials (2021)
- 3rd Place WNO Tournament (2021)
- 1st Place IBJJF World Championship NOGI (2018 blue, 2021/2022 brown)
- 1st Place IBJJF Pan Championship NOGI (2020** purple, 2022**)
- 1st Place AJP Grand Slam, MIA (2020 purple)
- 2nd Place IBJJF World Championship NOGI (2019* purple)
- 2nd Place IBJJF Pan Championship NOGI (2019 purple, 2021 brown)
- 2nd Place IBJJF Pan Championship (2020 purple)
- 3rd Place IBJJF World Championship NOGI (2018 blue*, 2019 purple, 2021* brown)
Noteworthy Matches
Jacob Couch vs Jay Rod
Jacob Couch vs Hunter Colvin
Popular Submissions and Moves
- Closed Guard
Find Jacob Couch on Instagram @thehillbillyhammer
