Another month means another career-defining fight for Team Quest's Sam Alvey. Set to square off with Strikeforce veteran Lucas Lopes tomorrow night at ShoFight 20 in Missouri, Alvey is looking for a victory and another opportunity to inch closer towards his dream of reaching the UFC.

Still only 26-years-old, Alvey's early career has seemingly spanned the globe having competed in countries such as New Zealand, Mexico, and Trinidad. Most recently, "Smile'N Sam" defeated Daniel "Jacare" Almeida in Canada.

"That was a great fight and a great experience fighting against Mr. Almeida," Alvey told US Combat Sports. "He was being followed around by a camera crew for a tv show and it made it all the more exciting. I don't think I was supposed to win, and everyone wanted me to lose, but I wasn't going to."

Every time Sergio Pettis steps into the cage the stakes have been raised. Still only 18 years old, but already with four professional wins under his belt, “The Phenom” prepares to face Kentucky prospect Tom McKenna at Legends of Fighting Championship “Memorium” on Friday in the biggest fight of his young career.

Pettis, who is replacing Roufusport teammate Chico Camus in the finale of an eight-man bantamweight tournament, looks to continue his ascent up the bantamweight rankings, earn a bid into Tachi Palace Fights, and hopefully catch the eye of UFC talent scouts in the process.

“It was amazing that Chico got the bump up to the UFC and it felt great when I got offered this fight. Hopefully I can win and have an astonishing performance and get some looks at me from the UFC and hopefully a couple wins in Tachi Palace so I can be at where I want to be.”

Guy Youell, out of Team 4Corners in Farmington, NM, will be making his professional debut against Albuquerque's Jose Luis "Guero" Sanchez, out of Sanchez Brothers, who is also making his professional debut, on Fresquez Productions' "The Reckoning", on Friday, June 15, 2012, at Route 66 Casino Hotel Albuquerque, NM.

The main event for the promotion features Holly "The Preacher's Daughter" Holm facing Anne Sophie Mathis, the one who delivered her most recent loss, in a 10-round rematch for the IBA Welterweight and WBAN Titles. There will be two other professional boxing debuts on the card, Victor Silva (Socorro, NM) and Gene Perez (Belen, NM).

Originally from Farmington, NM, Youell has been interested in fighting professional, in one form or another, from the time he was very young. "I remember watching Conan the Barbarian when I was 5 years old, and thinking, that's what I want to do when I grow up: fight for money."

It was nearly 16 years after the birth of the Ultimate Fighting Championship until a female stepped inside the Octagon to serve as a regulatory official. It was not that the UFC had a restriction on females serving as referees; there were just no females filling that role.

But Kim Winslow has since changed all of that. The former air traffic controller already had several years of experience refereeing professional mixed martial arts contests in organizations such as Strikeforce and World Extreme Cagefighting before the night of June 20, 2009.

On that night, nearly three years ago, Winslow officiated a bout between Nick Osipczak and Frank Lester on the season finale of the Ultimate Fighter Season 9. History was made as Winslow broke down barriers becoming the first female to ever referee an official UFC bout.

Seattle is filled with talented fighters waiting to make a big impact in the world of mixed martial arts. One fighter in particular, Ludus FC representative Drew "Eternal Fire" Brokenshire, is amongst the many rising stars coming out of the Emerald City.

Constantly improving this fighter seems to be going through a never ending cycle of progression which not only shows his dedication to perfecting his craft but also the success he has gained in his rise thus far.

In the mist of preparing for his upcoming fight Brokenshire took some time with USCS to give fans an in-depth look at who Drew Brokenshire really is.

The journey as a martial artist presents many twist and turns along the adventure. Starting his career as a youth, Muay Thai fighter Michael Chase Corley has had quite the journey in his fight career.

Undergoing his share of ups and downs along the way, the time he has spent in the sport has offered the Texan a life altering experience on a personal and professional standpoint.

Recently announcing his retirement following "Glory World Series", there is no denying the commitment Corley has put into his profession that has allowed him to have an extended and storied Muay Thai career.

USCS catches up with Corley as he reflects on his time in the sport and looks onward to future endeavors the game of life will take him.

In order to find fulfillment in a profession one must strive for supreme excellence in order to obtain their desired goal. Just across the Northern border Canadian Muay Thai artist Joseph Valtellini is a living testament of what hard work and dedication can do.

Living out his dream since a teenager his blood, sweat, and tears have rewarded the fighter with major success thus far in his journey dubbing him as a future star in the making in the world of Muay Thai.

USCS got the opportunity to interview Valtellini as he opens up about his long journey in his career that has led him to the successful path he is on today.

Former 10-time world champion Oscar De La Hoya joins US Combat Sports reporter Jorge Hernández to discuss Golden Boy Promotion's upcoming "Four Warned" event featuring a main event between Antonio Tarver vs. Lateef Kayode tonight at the Home Depot Center in Carson, California.

The card will feature present legends Antonio Tarver and Winky Wright. It will also feature young up and coming fighters who are sure to be household names soon, WBA Super Welterweight champion Austin "No Doubt" Trout and Peter "Kid Chocolate" Quillin.

De La Hoya also discussed his excitement over the the rest of the year for Golden Boy Promotions with cards featuring the return of Robert "The Ghost" Guerrero, and the highly anticipated match-up between Saul "Canelo" Alvarez and James Kirkland.

Competitive athletes in every sport strive to be nothing but the best. And the sport of Brazilian jiu-jitsu it is no different as each participant duels for the coveted prize of being recognized as the best in grappling.

Atos Jiu Jitsu rising star Brian Morizi is amongst the many jiu-jitsu fighters today who strive to attain greatness. An active competitor with multiple tournament victories, his current success is a testament to the blood, sweat, and tears one puts toward accomplishing the goals they wish to attain in life.

Having been involved in various sports his entire life it is no accident that Morizi gravitated toward this new popular pastime. Starting jiu-jitsu at the age of 17 with the world famous Gracie Barra association helped the new practitioner instantly fall in love with the art.

Daniel Pineda has made his case to many people in Houston and throughout Texas that he belongs in the UFC octagon. His most recent victims consist of Pat Schilling, Mackens Semerzier, and next in line is Former WEC Champion Mike Brown at UFC 146.  Fighting at the highest level, on the biggest stage, and in the biggest promotion for MMA in the world has given everyone the chance to realize Houston’s own Daniel Pineda is truly on a path to greatness.