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UFC Champ Jon Jones Talks Upcoming Fight Against Rashad Evans at UFC 145 and New Jackson's MMA Gym
The whirlwind that is life for UFC light heavyweight champion continues its push towards an intriguing showdown with former Jackson’s MMA teammate Rashad Evans at UFC 145 in April. Watch as Jones talks to US Combat Sports reporter Jorge Hernandez about his busy schedule as UFC spokesperson, the fight against Evans, and getting back into the gym.Add Comment -
TUF 14 Winner John Dodson Talks Upcoming Fight with Uyenoyama, Jackson's MMA, and Video Games
One would think that winning The Ultimate Fighter reality series could change a person – but not when it comes to season 14 bantamweight winner John Dodson. “The Magician” recently spoke with US Combat Sports reporter Jorge Hernadez about the new Jackson’s MMA gym, his upcoming fight against Darren Uyenoyama, and playing video games. -
USCS Instructor Spotlight: Scranton MMA's Tom McGuire and Jeff Reese Shape Student's Lives In and Out of Gym
In a world which consists of people seeking to promote their own self-interests it takes a rare and altruistic individual to be able to focus time and energy toward the needs of others. Being an instructor of a martial arts academy is no exception. This enduring role gives one the opportunity to use their abilities and skill to help others through their martial arts journey which will result in the development and positive reinforcement of one’s life. Generous, selfless, and dedicated are the best characteristics to describe Scranton MMA instructors Tom McGuire and Jeff Reese. Since the academy’s forging in 2010, the dynamic duo’s main objective has always been centered on the progressive... -
Jackson’s MMA Opens New Gym (VIDEO)
Last weekend Jackson's Mixed Martial Arts had the grand opening of their new Jackson’s Martial Arts and Fitness gym located at 2801 Eubank Blvd., in northeast Albuquerque, New Mexico. Many of the gyms professional fighters were on hand to celebrate the occasion. The open-house was a chance for the general public to meet their favorite Jackson’s fighters. Amongst those fighters in attendance were UFC Light Heavyweight champ Jon Jones, UFC Interim Welterweight champ Carlos Condit, TUF champions Diego Brandao and John Dodson, former boxing pound for pound queen Holly Holm and coaches Greg Jackson and Mike Winkeljohn. -
Tim Means Discusses UFC Debut Victory Over Bernardo Magalhaes
After a dominant UFC debut on Wednesday night'sUFC on Fuel TV - Sanchez vs. Ellenberger undercard,Tim Means joins USCombatsports.com andThe Low Blow MMA/Boxing Podcast's Justin Goodrum and Jorge Hernandez in an exclusive interview to discuss his dominant victory over Bernardo Magalhaes. -
Fidel Maldonado Jr Steps Up to Face Mario Hermosillo Padilla in Mexico
The "Atrisco Kid" is ready to step up in competition. New Mexico’s top boxing prospect, current WBC Youth Lightweight champion and Golden Boy Promotionsproduct,Fidel Maldonado Jr. (12-0, 10KOs), will be making his first appearance in the ring since claiming the belt. He is set to face Mario Hermosillo Padilla (9-4-3) on Saturday, February 18, at the Grand Oasis Resort in Cancun, Mexico. The championship, however, will not be on the line as the bout will take place at a catchweight of 139lbs. and not at the lightweight limit of 135lb. -
Amber Brown vs. Brandi Montoya - Part 2 - Brown's Pro Debut
Amber Brown (FIT NHB) will be making her professional boxing debut against Brandi “Babi Doll” Montoya (1-2) at Warehouse Rumble – Friday Night Fights, at YDI Wool Warehouse, 516 1st St NW in Albuquerque, NM, on February 24, 2012, starting at 7pm. This co-main event is actually a rematch for the two girls, from a little over a year ago, when both girls were still amateurs. -
MMA's Biggest Fan Clay Guida Stays Busy Coaching Wrestling and Training While Waiting for Next UFC Opponent
When the name Clay Guida is mentioned the two things that immediately come to mind are his seemingly endless amounts of energy and his personal connection with the fans. It isn’t uncommon to spot “The Carpenter” amidst the crowd at any given mixed martial arts event across the country, barring he isn’t competing, snapping pictures and cheering for his fighting brethren as though he’s their biggest fan. “It’s all about the fans man,” Guida told US Combat Sports reporter Carl Lange. “They are the ones that fill the stadium and every guy wants the crowd behind him.” -
WBA Champ Austin Trout Issues Challenge to Saul Alvarez for Cinco de Mayo
WBA Super Welterweight “Regular” Champion Austin “No Doubt” Trout (24-0, 14KOs) issues a challenge to Saul “Canelo” Alvarez (39-0, 29KOs) and joins us to discuss his thoughts on today’s announcement of the upcoming May 5th bout between Floyd Mayweather Jr. (42-0, 26 KOs) and Miguel Cotto (37-2, 30KOs). After it was announced Wednesday that Mayweather would move up in weight to take on Cotto and not face Manny Pacquiao, the 154 pound division in boxing became a little slimmer. Cotto will now chase the sport’s cash kings and will probably not fight an up and coming contender for the rest of his career. This in turn has a large effect on Trout, who holds the “regular” rights to the WBA Super ... -
Carlos Condit Talks UFC 143 Fight Against Nick Diaz, Geopolitical Overtones, and Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles
Carlos Condit is a doting father, loyal son, and socially conscientious person who happens to also be known as “The Natural Born Killer” and owns a 27-5 cage fighting record. Finding MMA at an early age, Condit has already reached some of the sport’s highest achievements despite only being 27 years old.The Albuquerque fighter has competed several times in Japan and even held the WEC Welterweight belt . US Combat Sports reporter Dave Friedlander sat down with the “The Natural Born Killer” a week before the biggest fight of his career at UFC 143 where he is set to meet Nick Diaz for the UFC Interim Welterweight title.
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