The Best Gyms and Trainers in Chicago for Aspiring MMA Fighters
The Best Gyms and Trainers in Chicago for Aspiring MMA Fighters If you are an aspiring MMA fighter in Chicago, you might be wondering where to train and who to learn from. MMA is a complex and dynamic sport that requires a high level of skill, fitness, and discipline. You need to find a gym …...
Herrig, Lamas on UFC 238 Chicago Card
Two of Chicago’s best fighters will be on the card for UFC 238 in Chicago on June 8. Felice Herrig (14-8, #12 Strawweight) looks to rebound against China’s Yao Xiaonan (9-1) in one of four female fights already booked for the event. Team Curran’s Herrig had her four-fight win streak snapped in a split-decision loss...
XFO Outdoor War 14 Results and Recap
by Matt Lo Cascio The XFO held its annual Outdoor War Saturday night at Sideouts in Island Lake. With 22 fights on the card there were plenty of highlights. The first-ever female flyweight champ was crowned, the welterweight title changed hands and some fighters earned title shots with their wins. There’s also a new wave …...
XFO Grappling 2 Results
Results from XFO Grappling 2 at the HOME Bar in Arlington Heights, Il., Saturday, March 18, 2017. XFO Grappling 2 Main Event Eric Schafer (Red Schafer MMA) def. Mike Marrello (Alliance BJJ) via Bow and Arrow Choke XFO Grappling 2 Results Aaron Brooks (Chicago MMA) def. Darby Haanpaa (Team Haanpaa) in OT Kent Rexford (Alpha …...
XFO Grappling 1 Results
Results from XFO Grappling 1 at HOME Bar in Arlington Heights, Il., January 13, 2017. XFO Grappling 1 Results Eric “Red” Schafer (Red Schafer MMA) def. Chris Hartwig (Team Curran) via Ezekiel Choke Kyle Perkins (Team Curran) def. Josh Maestre (Valko BJJ) via heel hook David Miller (Red Schafer MMA) def. Mike Pitz (MTC) via...
BJJ Techniques: Jeff Curran Open Guard Pass
MMA pioneer and BJJ Black Belt Jeff Curran demonstrates the open guard pass in this video produced by BJJ Joe. BJJ Techniques: Jeff Curran Open Guard Pass Drill Curran fought MMA in the WEC, Pride, Bellator, XFO, and UFC, as well as other organizations in a career that spanned 20 years and parts of three …...
Fight To Win 13 Chicago – Pro BJJ Event
Some of Chicago’s best coaches and competitors will hit the mats this Saturday for Fight To Win 13 Chicago, a professional BJJ event at the Southland Center in Lynwood. You can purchase tickets at CageTix.com, or watch the event live on FloGrappling.com. Former Shooto fighter and current F2W featherweight champion Baret “The...
XFO 58 Results and Recap: Diehl Wins Strawweight Title
by Matt Lo Cascio XFO 58 went down Friday night in Wisconsin before a packed crowd at the Grand Geneva Resort, and in front of fight fans watching on UFC Fight Pass. The card featured the inaugural XFO Strawweight Championship, the return of Rory Markham, and nine finishes in 11 pro fights. Let’s break down …...
XFO Fight Night Results
Results from XFO Fight Night at HOME Bar in Arlington Heights, IL on 12/11/15. XFO Fight Night – 12.11.15 Kevin Mendoza (New Breed) def. Cory Jones (Bethany Martial Arts) Sub-RNC, 1:28 Rd. 1 Kevin Medeiros (Victory MA) def. Nick Hoday (Team Ironclad) TKO-Strikes, :48 Rd. 1 Stephanie Morgan (FLO MMA) def. Savannah Smith KO-Leg...
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XFO 59/Outdoor War 12 Results
Results from XFO 59/Outdoor War 12 at Sideouts in Island Lake, IL on Saturday, August 6, 2016. XFO Amateur Heavyweight Championship Eli Strong (Kihon MMA) def. Brian Peterson (MTC), UD XFO Amateur Welterweight Championship Randy Tran def. Justin Hines (MTC), UD – Retains Welterweight Championship XFO Amateur Lightweight...