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Joe Doerksen

Thoughts on upcoming opponent, Tom Lawlor? I don't know much about Tom, but I expect he will be well rounded and in good condition. I expect a tough fight.

When and why did you start training for fighting? I started training because I thought the guys in karate movies were cool.

What ranks and titles have you held? Black belt in BJJ, Freestyle Fighting Championship MW Champion (2004)

Do you have any heroes? My dad

What is your favorite technique? My favorite is whatever wins me the fight. I seem to be very good at taking a fighter’s back and applying a RNC

What does it mean for you to fight in the UFC? To me, fighting in the UFC is a landmark in my career.

What was your job before you started fighting? Construction laborer. I just worked to pay the bills so that I could train at night and fight on weekends.