Mike "The Juggernaut" Wessel, from Westside MMA in Little Rock, has his profile page up on UFC.com now with a video interview of him and his opponent this coming Saturday night @ UFC 92, Antoni Hardonk.Here's the link
Here's my previous blog on the fight
Here's his profile Q & A:
Training: Conditioning in the morning, skill specific training at night, BJJ & Boxing training in the afternoon.
Thoughts on opponent, Antoni Hardonk? Tough opponent. Great striker, very resilient.
When and why did you start training for fighting? Two years ago I was an assistant Strength & Conditioning Coach for the Arkansas Razorbacks. The competitive fire was still there and I needed an outlet to compete.
What ranks and titles have you held? XFL Heavyweight Title
Do you have any heroes? Walter Payton
What does it mean for you to fight in the UFC? It means that I have reached another one of the many goals that I have set for myself. The next goal is to win in the UFC. I am always excited anytime that I can accomplish a goal and equally as excited to set the next one.
Did you go to college and if so what degree did you earn? 2001 Graduate of University of St. Francis with a BA in Science and minor in Special Education
What was your job before you started fighting? Asst. Strength & Conditioning Coach for the University of Arkansas
Specific accomplishments in amateur competition? Undefeated as an Amateur MMA and Kickboxing
Specific accomplishments in pro competition? XFL Heavyweight Champion, 1-0 Professional Boxing
Favorite grappling technique: North South "Monson" Choke
Favorite Striking technique: Ground and Pound
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