Discover the inspiring journey of Torrez Finney, from high school wrestling to becoming a rising star in the world of mixed martial arts. Follow his remarkable story as he overcomes challenges and pursues his passion for MMA.
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| Torrez Finney’s journey from high school wrestling to MMA |
| Twist of fate leads him to explore other athletic avenues |
| Boxing experience lays the foundation for his successful MMA career |
| First professional fight and opportunity on Dana White’s Contender Series |
| Positive attitude and commitment to continuous improvement |
| Training at Xtreme Couture and sparring with talented fighters |
| Ready for any challenge in the future |
In a recent episode of the Couch Warrior Podcast, host Mike sat down with MMA fighter Torrez Finney to discuss his remarkable journey from high school wrestling to becoming a rising star in the world of mixed martial arts.
Finney’s path to MMA was not a straightforward one. Despite being a two-time state champion in high school wrestling, he initially resisted the idea of transitioning to MMA. However, a twist of fate during his college years and the uncertainty surrounding his football career due to the COVID-19 pandemic led him to explore other athletic avenues.
During his recovery from a football injury, Finney tried his hand at boxing and discovered a newfound passion for the sport. This experience laid the foundation for what would become a successful MMA career.
Since June 2020, Finney has been fully immersed in the world of mixed martial arts. He had his first professional fight on October 20th, where he secured an impressive 11-second knockout. Within two years, he received the opportunity to showcase his skills on Dana White’s Contender Series.
Despite not securing a contract on the Contender Series, Finney remains positive and committed to continuous improvement. He trains at Xtreme Couture under the guidance of Coach Eric Nicksick and engages in sparring sessions with talented fighters like Sean Strickland.
Looking to the future, Finney is ready for any challenge that comes his way. He expresses interest in facing fighters like Jamie Pickett or Cody Brundage in potential UFC matchups.
Follow Torrez Finney’s inspiring journey as he continues to make waves in the world of MMA.
