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Chris Herzog Discusses Making the Transition into Mixed Martial Arts
In the world of MMA today for an aspiring fighter hoping to rise in the ranks, the individual must be prepared for anything from the stand-up to the ground game; thus learning how to transition from one realm of the game to another. To better understand this concept USCS talked with Empire Academy head coach Chris Herzog to explain making the transition into MMA. Define transition as it applies to MMA? Chris: I preach to my students and fighters that transition is the essence of combat sports, whether it’s MMA, Jiu Jitsu, Muay Thai, etc. Transition is the connective tissue that strings individual movements and techniques together. I often explain to new Jiu Jitsu students that t...Comments (10)
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Today is Last Chance to Vote for USCS Best of 2010 Awards
As the month comes to a close, so does your chance to vote for the US Combat Sports “Best of 2010 Awards".The voting process for the awards started at the beginning of February and ends tonight at midnight. To support your local martial artists and coaches, all you have to do is choose the best of five nomineest throughout the 10 categories. -
Erik Koch to Face Raphael Assuncao at UFC 128 After Cub Swanson Injury
It's been a strange few days for Roufusport's Erik Koch. After news broke that his scheduled opponent Cub Swanson had pulled out of next Saturday's "UFC on Versus 3" card, Koch has learned that he will instead face Raphael Assuncao at UFC 128. -
Strikeforce coming to Dallas on June 18 at the American Airlines Center
Texas continues to get the proper love it deserves as Strikeforce is scheduled for the American Airlines Center in Dallas on June 18, USCombatSports.com has learned. The news was originally tweeted by ESPN.com editor Josh Gross and US Combat Sports confirmed that the date had indeed been set on the Texas Department of Licensing and Registration's list of scheduled events on their website. Gross also reported that Josh Barnett will be licensed by the TDLR but did not confirm that the heavyweight grand prix will continue in Dallas. The news comes just one week after a compelling Strikeforce: Challengers event in Austin, Texas and marks the popular San Jose-based promotion's first f... -
After the Cut: Safely Replenishing Your Body After Weight Cut
It’s Thursday afternoon, you’re dying for a bite of anything- anything. Only one more day until you step on the scale and, finally, put that weight back on. But maybe that shouldn't be your main concern. Honestly, what do you worry about more: cutting weight, or bulking back up after the weigh in? I’m willing to bet that you said cutting the weight. Sure, that’s the stressful part, but it’s only the tip of the iceberg. In a study of Division 1 college wrestlers, Yankanich, Kenney, Fleck, and Kraemer of the Pennsylvania State University found that the speed in which an athlete cut weight the week prior to an event had no effect on the hydration status following the cut (5). In other wo... -
Combat Sports Movie Review: The Karate Kid (2010)
Last year's remake of The Karate Kid was a significantly bigger production than most of the films subject to the Combat Sports Movie Review. However, the movie buff is well aware that The Karate Kid has actually been remade every year since No Retreat, No Surrender was released. The 2010 version was just the first to decide to use the same title. So, this installment of Combat Sports Movie Review is for the jaded soul that decided to wait until this week, when the movie was released on Netflix Instant, to consider watching it. First and foremost, again unlike most of the Combat Sports Movie Review subjects, The Karate Kid is worth watching. The film is a big budget production that does... -
Video: Shane Roller on Thiago Tavares fight
ARLINGTON, Texas -- Shane Roller speaks with Dominic Velando regarding his UFC debut against Thiago Tavares UFC Live: Sanchez vs. Kampmann. -
Strikeforce's Tim Kennedy Talks Melvin Manhoff, Expects Big 2011
Before his upcoming bout against Melvin Manhoef at "Strikeforce: Fiejao vs. Henderson" on March 5, middleweight contender Tim Kennedy sat down with US Combat Sports and discussed what motivates him as a fighter and his preparation for his heavy-handed opponent. Being a former Army Ranger, How has that helped you as an MMA fighter? Tim: It makes me more disciplined and focused. It relaxes me in the cage and keep things in perspective Is their any prestige you feel being an MMA fighter? Tim: I don’t care about stuff. I’m a down to earth hardworking American. I’m always shocked when people ask me for an autograph or a interview. One of the things that standout about you is your w... -
Pictures: Texas' Best Photos of 2010
In anticipation of the Best of 2010 Awards, we are proud to present our favorite photographic moments from a tremendous year for the Texas MMA scene. Roy Spoon chokes David Jackson at SCMMA - Steele Cage 3. Photo by Dominic Velando With the patience of a boa constrictor, Spoon's mind is both in the present as his prey struggles, and in the future as he waits for the moment that the struggle ends. Jackson seems aware only of his body reacting violently to being suffocated as he prepares to signal his submission. Jason Sampson applies a triangle choke while training for his fight at South Texas Fighting Championship in September. Photo by Dominic Velando. ... -
Tyson Jeffries on his March 25 Showtime Debut
Team Quest Anti-Hero Tyson Jeffries was thrilled when he found out that his next bout would be his first on national TV. After six months in limbo, the M-1 Selection Series tournament champion not only finally made it on to a card, but will be in the first M-1 Global event broadcast on Showtime in Norfolk, Virginia. M-1 Global officially announced its broadcast deal with Showtime Sports last week, stating that the first Showtime event would correspond with the European MMA promotion's return to the US on March 25. However, in the five months between Jeffries' tournament win and the closing of the Showtime deal, M-1 has been holding events in Moscow, Russia. For most of the Anti-He...
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