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Joe Schick balancing role as middle school vice principal along with MMA dream: 'It's great to keep that competitive edge'

Bantamweight prospect Joe Schick readily admits he got a bit of a late start on his MMA career, but he's got a really good explanation for it. A lifelong wrestler, Schick didn't immediately make the transition to cagefighting for one simple reason: He was busy being a middle school vice principal…

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CFFC 113 headliner Greg Velasco sought help from an old foe as he looks to take his game to the next level

Undefeated as a professional, CFFC heavyweight contender Greg Velasco has looked impressive in his run for the promotion thus far, scoring stoppage wins in all four of his appearances. But as "The Viking King" continues his push to the sport's highest stages, he sought out an opportunity to work with a familiar face…

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CFFC bantamweight champ Da'Mon Blackshear talks life in the entertainment business: 'There will be blood'

As the newly-minted CFFC bantamweight champion, Da'Mon Blackshear understands the opportunities that could soon come his way with continued success. That said, he isn't focused solely on victory. Blackshear knows the fight business entails more than that…

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Ryan Burgos' journey to join brother Shane on UFC roster begins Saturday at CFFC 108

Ryan Burgos says the decision to leave his amateur days behind in favor of becoming a professional fighter was an easy one to make. Sure, he's still just 20, but when a scheduled fight fell through in February, the Tiger Schulmann product knew he had no choice…

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CFFC NextGen champ Luke Fernandez eyes pro ranks, but first had to keep promise to his wrestling team

The undefeated amateur picked up the CFFC NextGen light heavyweight title this past October, submitting a talented Cody Lewis in under two minutes to claim the belt. Pushing his record to 4-0 with three first-round finishes, questions began to fly about his potential next move. The answer didn't involve fighting at all.

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Danielle Kelly eyes potential MMA debut, but enjoys bringing added attention to women's jiu-jitsu

At just 26, Danielle Kelly is already a Brazilian jiu-jitsu black belt and is quickly becoming a star of the grappling scene. If the future plays out the way she expects, Kelly might soon be putting on a pair of MMA gloves, as well…

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