When and how did you start training to fight? I started training to fight in Feburary of 07 right after the state wrestling tournament my senior year in high school. I knew a few of the first guys who started Gold Medal Grappling and went to a practice to see how it was and ended up liking it.

Why do you fight for Gold Medal Grappling? I fight for Gold Medal Grappling because its where you can actually train to be a champion cuz that is the mindset in the room everyone here is trying to help each other become a champion and Elijah knows how to make it happen.

What prior experience did you have? I wrestled from 8th to 12th grade and went on to wrestle division 1 at one of the top 20 wrestling schools in the nation ODU my freshman year but decided to focus on fighting and transfered back home to train.

Accomplishments before you started? High school wrestling Cardinal District Champ, Northwest Reginal Champ, 5th and 2nd at AAA states named Wrestler of the Year in 2007.

Biggest accomplishment so far? Winning the Operation Octagon title.

What do you like the most about fighting? The feeling you get right before you step in that ring knowing your either comming out a winner or a looser and the feeling of comming out the winner.

Do you have any heroes? My parents are my biggest heroes because they always support me no matter what I choose to do. Big ups to Elijah cuz hes more than a coach and to Maria for always being by my side.

Hopes for the Future? To fight in the WEC.... and win!!

Personal Quote? "The saddest thing in life is wasted talent"

Bio Courtesy of www.goldmedalgrappling.com