TRAINING: Start off the day with the first practice at 11am. Then either a strength or conditioning workout at 3pm. Final practice of the day is at 6pm.

When and why did you start training for fighting? A good mixture of wrestling and jiu-jitsu left me looking for something more to compete in and MMA has definitely helped me fill that competitive void.

What ranks and titles have you held? M.A.S.S Featherweight Champion, Northeast MMA Featherweight Champion

Do you have any heroes? Anyone chasing their dream is a hero to me.

What does it mean for you to fight in the UFC? I'm honored to be allowed to showcase my skills in the UFC. It's the major leagues and it leaves me with a great sense of accomplishment to be recognized by such a high class organization, yet at the same time it motivates me to work harder and prove I deserve the opportunity that has been granted to me.

Did you go to college and if so what degree did you earn? LCCC - Studied Criminal Justice

What was your job before you started fighting? Grappling Instructor

Specific accomplishments in amateur competition? Intimidation Cage Fighting Champion

Specific accomplishments in pro competition? 100% finish rate, all submission victories, Martial Arts Super Sport Featherweight Champion, Northeast MMA Featherweight Champion

Ranks in any martial arts styles: Judo Brown Belt, BJJ Purple Belt

Favorite grappling technique: Guillotine

Favorite Striking technique: Superman Punch

•    Has finished all nine fights, all by submission

•    4-0 as an amateur, also winning all fights by submission

•    Six first round finishes

•    Has finished bouts by triangle choke (2), rear naked choke (4), guillotine choke (1), heel hook (1), and armbar (1)

•    2-time Keystone State Games Judo Gold Medalist