Remember the Name: Ian Lawler

August 10, 2016 Coby Weinsier Interviews, MMA Ian Lawler, Steven Haag, Valor Fights 36 Leave a comment

At the age of 26, Ian Lawler (3-2) has a bright career ahead of him. He started kickboxing as a kid because he had problems with a bully. His dad wanted to teach him how to be a man. I think it’s safe to say Lawler has become a man while proudly showing off his brown […]

Remember the Name: Tyler Hunley

August 4, 2016 Coby Weinsier Interviews, MMA Joe Riggs, Kyle Causey, Sid Wheeler, Tyler Hunley, Valor Fights 36 Leave a comment

After interviewing Tyler “Sexy Legs” Hunley prior to his first pro loss in April, I realized Hunley is a unique brand in the sport of MMA. Growing up playing video games and watching Dragonball Z led him into the sport. Coming off of his first loss put things into perspective. Hunley realized you can’t win […]

Remember the Name: Cody Gabelman

August 2, 2016 Coby Weinsier Interviews, MMA CJ Hamilton, Cody Gabelman, Demetrious Johnson, The Ultimate Fighter, TUF 24, UFC, Valor Fights, Valor Fights 36 Leave a comment

At 22 years of age, Cody Gabelman holds a professional MMA record of 5-2, and on August 13, he faces CJ Hamilton (8-4) for the Valor Fights Flyweight Title. Now training with team G-Force in Cincinnati, Cody began his MMA journey with karate, jiu-jitsu, and wrestling. Cody is stepping into the cage against a more experienced […]

Remember the Name: Sam Tamayo

July 22, 2016 Coby Weinsier Blogs, Interviews, MMA Reggie Evans, Sam Tamayo, Shamrock Fighting Championships Leave a comment

At 4-2, Shamrock FC’s 22-year-old Welterweight, Sam Tamayo, looks to add another win to his record. At Shamrock FC 273 on July 23, Tamayo takes on Reggie Evans. Although Tamayo is an amateur, he plans to start his pro career within the next year. MMA became a part of Sam’s life while he was a […]

Interview: Bret Adams Wants To Be Exciting While Collecting Titles

June 14, 2016June 16, 2016 Coby Weinsier Interviews, MMA Bellator, Boxing, Bret Adams, Dominick Cruz, One FC, UFC, Valor Fights Leave a comment

Bret Adams is the Valor Fights Amateur Bantamweight champion. With an 8-1 amateur record, he is a top-level fighter in his weight class. Adams has won four amateur belts, including the Valor Fights title. The Valor Fights champion says he grew up watching his dad box. “When the belt is on the line there is […]

Four Unbooked Fights In The UFC That Interest You

May 11, 2016 Coby Weinsier Blogs, MMA Anderson Silva, Carlos Condit, Charles Oliviera, Lyoto Machida, Neil Magny, Rashad Evans, Tim Kennedy, UFC, Yair Rodriguez Leave a comment

The UFC has some solid fighters who have recently fought or just haven’t been booked. I put together a list of fights I would pay to see. From ex-champion to rising star, these fights not only make sense but are also top notch in entertainment. Here are some bouts I would like to see booked. Middleweight: […]

What’s Next For the Winners of UFC Zagreb?

April 13, 2016 Coby Weinsier Blogs, MMA Alistar Overeem, Andrei Arlovski, Derrick Lewis, Francis Ngannou, Junior Dos Santos, Maryna Moroz, Paige Vanzant, Roy Nelson, Timothy Johnson, UFC Fight Night, UFC Zagreb Leave a comment

UFC Zagreb’s outcome left mixed emotions in the MMA community. From wardrobe malfunctions to several decision victories, I was not a huge fan of this card. Although I enjoyed the Derrick Lewis KO, Junior Dos Santos’ dominate performance, and Francis Ngannou’s work, I wasn’t totally shocked about this cards repercussions. With that said, take a […]