Is Conor Mcgregor Good For Mixed Martial Arts?
With yet another assault allegation now looming over UFC fighter Coner Mcgregor’s head have we finally come to the point where we have to take a closer look at what kind of impact his actions will have on combat sports. What can be learned from Coner Mcgregor’s success? He is currently the most well-known mma…
Coach D’s tireless efforts to document the journeys of Team GAMMA USA
Darrin Eaddy’s journey as Coach D has been a remarkable one, intertwining his passions for videography, storytelling, and the world of mixed martial arts. From his early days in strength and conditioning to his current role as a combat sports interviewer and podcast host, he has carved out a unique niche for himself, using his…
In A Game of Inches Did Grabbing The Cage Cost Westin Wilson The Fight?
When it comes to the UFC, sometimes the most difficult thing to obtain is an opportunity to demonstrate your abilities. Most mma fighters spend their prime year competing on the local scene, hoping that the perfect fight at the right moment will give them their one big break. So what do you do when you…
The 2024 GAMMA USA Youth MMA National Championship Tournament: A Resounding Success
The 2024 GAMMA USA Youth MMA National Championship Tournament was a resounding success, with 47 teams and over 170 competitors taking the stage at Combat Corner HQ in Milwaukee, WI on June 15th. This prestigious event saw an impressive turnout, with 160+ matches and the awarding of 40 gold medals, 37 silver medals, and 25…
The Recognition of Mixed Martial Arts becoming An Olympic Sport
The recognition of Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) as an Olympic sport during the United World Wrestling General Assembly in Albania on October 27th, 2024, marks a significant milestone for the discipline. This acceptance, with full permission from the International Olympic Committee (IOC), holds numerous benefits that could profoundly impact the future of MMA. Firstly, increased…
Which Wrestling Programs Produced Some of Your Biggest Athlete Stars?
The current landscape of combat sports and the United States’ current standing in the world of international wrestling got me to thinking, “What college wrestling program provides the best pathway to success?” There were three categories that I used to try and best analyze this question: Olympic success of its athletes, UFC champions, and NCAA…
Coach D Takes us behind the scenes on some of the biggest stories leading into ONE Championship Fight Night 10!
Let’s look at the success of ONE Fight Night 10 and the great stories that were told in the days leading up to fight night.
Keith “Rockstar” Richardson The Pride Of The Carolinas
On Friday, Oct. 20 at the Colonial Life Arena in Columbia, SC, BKFC put on a card that put all eyes on them, putting the test on Carolina fighters to prove they are the ones to watch in their own backyard, which they did by electrifying the fight fans with every emotion that a fan…