WEIGHT CLASS: Lightweight
FIGHTING OUT OF: Rancho Cucamonga, CA    
STYLE: Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Thai Boxing
TRAINER: Chute Boxe / Millennia Jiu-Jitsu
STRENGTHS: Well rounded, heart, mentally strong
TRAINING: It changes everyday. Nothing is typical, just intense.

Thoughts on opponent Melvin Guillard? He’s a very strong opponent with a wealth of experience. He’s explosive, but with a lot of technical errors to exploit.

When and why did you start training for fighting? I started training seriously nine years ago. I trained traditional martial arts before, but really found interest in the realistic aspects of mixed martial arts.

What ranks and titles have you held? I was the three-time WEC world lightweight title holder. I hold the rank of brown belt in Brazilian jiu-jitsu under famous black belt Rodrigo Mederios.

Do you have any heroes? In fighting? No. But I respect every fighter that puts it on the line and fights with emotion.

What is your favorite technique? Whatever ends the fight.

What does it mean for you to fight in the UFC? It’s what every fighter wants to attain. It’s another hurdle, and it means I have to bring 100% of my ability into this fight.

Did you go to college and if so what degree did you earn? I went to college, but I didn’t finish my degree. I ended up getting so involved in training that school had to take a backseat.

What was your job before you started fighting? I taught at the Claremont Colleges and did consulting for a health and fitness firm.