Mackens "Da Menace" Semerzier - Official UFC® Fighter Profile

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Mackens Semerzier

Training: On alternating days in the morning is Strength and Conditioning. In the evening it is either pad work and grappling or Sparring and MMA drills.

When and why did you start training for fighting? I started training in wrestling at 15. When I was 19 I picked up boxing in the Marine Corps. I then moved on to BJJ and Muay Thai at 23. Then I helped some friends get ready for their MMA fights. I decided to give it a try and I became hooked. I had my first MMA fight when I was 26.

What ranks and titles have you held? WKA featherweight National Champion, Cagefest featherweight Champion, Purple belt under Pedro Sauer, LINXX Black Belt Instructor

Do you have any heroes? My mother Rose Semerzier

What is your favorite technique? RNC

What was your job before you started fighting? I am currently employed by Linxx Global Solutions as a Lead Combatives Instructor.