When and why did you start training for fighting? I started at 14 years old with Karate and then at 20 years old I started Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu with Steve Claveau. I started martial arts because when I was younger, 3 guys jumped on me and beat me up. I decided it would never happen again.

Ranks in any martial arts styles: Blue belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu under Wagney Fabiano (no longer with Fabiano)

Favorite grappling technique: Rear naked choke

Favorite Striking technique: High kick and my knee

Do you have any heroes? None

What does it mean for you to fight in the UFC? It's a dream come true, this is the biggest organization in the world and it's an honor to be a part of it. I will do my best to be a part of it for the rest of my career.

Did you go to college and if so what degree did you earn? I didn't go to College but I'm starting a degree in Video Editing in the next few months.

What was your job before you started fighting? Construction worker.