By starting their MMA journey at a young age, fighters can gradually grow up within one organization, where the relationship benefits both parties and the goals remain the same for everyone across the board. In today’s episode of Across the pond, you meet a blistering blaster of Emerald Isle smoke that creates a searing imprint […]
A fighter’s first bout away from his home turf on an unfamiliar stage can provide invaluable professional lessons that he can put in his back pocket when he encounters a rough patch on the road, consistently helping him emerge stronger and better athletes from tough situations with a winning mentality. In today’s episode of Across […]
The familiar comfort of a home environment can often define who a fighter really is before they even think about hitting the road and out into the world. In today’s episode of Across the pond, You will meet a helmsman with a patriotic heart who is ready to take control of mixed martial arts by […]
In mixed martial arts, athletes don’t jump at some opportunities until they come face to face with the reality of being a true winner and all the responsibilities that come with it, because they know that falling short as number two can carry an even heavier burden that is too great to bear alone when […]
The path to a fighter’s first professional victory can be filled with a lot of bothersome heartache and serious struggles during the transition between the ranks, due to the sheer weight of the situation that falls squarely on their shoulders once they make the decision. In today’s episode of Across the pond, you meet a […]
By staying with a single organization, a fighter can fully experience the maturity process at the growth rate they are most comfortable with, without added pressure from outside influences. In today’s episode of Across the pond, you meet a volunteer viper ready to paint shades of Pittsburgh checkerboard orange at Featherweight for PFL MMA. Professional […]
A healthy rivalry can tap into untapped potential energy, instill a previously unfounded sense of confidence in the victor once the dust settles, and ultimately provide closure once clarity is reached on a closing chapter. In today’s episode of Across the pond, Introducing a Panzer of pulsating punishment, ready to flatten the opposition like rows […]
Every opportunity an MMA fighter gets on his home court can hold a lifetime of lessons in a small window of athletic space. In today’s episode of Across the pond, You will meet a Longhorn of voluminous fury ready to seize a journey defining moment using either horn by amplifying his bursts at full power […]
Entering enemy territory for their professional opening assignment is no easy feat for a rookie MMA fighter, no matter how much experience they have. In today’s episode of Across the pond, you’ll meet the chessboard’s newest kingmaker, ready to checkmate his opening battle with Cage Warriors and spoil the Irish party on February 21 at […]
The gauntlet of mixed martial arts can forge a future champion, set a prospect on the right track or completely change the course of a career without sudden warning. In today’s episode of Across the pond, you’ll meet a straight-shooting lionsmith ready to enter the den of professional production in hopes of a favorable first […]