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Cub Swanson 


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Born: CA, USA
Fighting Out Of: Palm Springs, CA
Age: 26
Height: 5' 7" (170 cm)
Weight: 145 lbs. (66 kg)
Overall MMA Record (W-L-D): 14-4-0
Strengths: Ground game, scrambling
Languages Spoken: English


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Cub Swanson WEC™ Fight History:


Result Opponent Method Event Date Round Time
Loss Chad Mendes Unanimous Decision WEC: CRUZ vs. BENAVIDEZ Aug-18-2010 3 5:00
Win John Franchi Submission (Choke) WEC® BROWN vs ALDO Nov-18-2009 3 4:50
Loss Jose Aldo Technical Knock Out WEC® Brown vs Faber 2 Jun-7-2009 1 0:08
Win Hiroyuki Takaya Unanimous Decision WEC LIVE ON VERSUS: TORRES vs TAPIA Dec-3-2008 3 5:00
Loss Jens Pulver Submission (Choke) WEC® Live on Versus! 12/12 Dec-12-2007 1 0:35
Win Micah Miller Unanimous Decision WEC®: Faber vs Farrar - on Versus Jun-3-2007 3 5:00
Win Tommy Lee Submission (Other) WEC®: Condit vs Allessio Mar-24-2007 1 3:17


Fighter Biography

Thoughts on upcoming opponent, Chad Mendes?  I think he’s a great opponent. He’s really fast and I’m working hard to match that speed and explosiveness.

Training:  Every day here at Jackson’s is a battle. So I will be ready for an all out fight.
 
When and why did you start training for fighting? I started training four years ago to stop getting into trouble.
 
What ranks and titles have you held? I’m a black belt in Jiu-Jitsu and have won many grappling tournaments like the Pan Ams.
 
Do you have any heroes? I admire anyone who fights to get what they want in life without screwing people over.
 
What is your favorite technique? The Superman double wrist lock
 
What does it mean for you to fight in the WEC? A chance to fight top level competition and gain national exposure, as well as grow as a fighter.
 
Did you go to college and if so what degree did you earn? I went for a year but I was just there to play soccer.
 
What was your job before you started fighting? I worked for United Cerebral Palsy. I helped children with disabilities on their social behavior.
 
Most memorable professional fight (who, where, why)? My fight with Takaya because it feels like a new chapter in my career.
 
What was your most challenging professional fight (against who, when, what was the outcome)? My fight with Charlie Valencia because he beat me up for 4 minutes and I was able to come back and TKO him. I had to sit backstage for a few hours just to be able to stand up.
 
Did you compete in any other sport(s) at college or professional level (what sport, where, how long)? I played soccer my whole life and played in Jr. College but just stopped after that. It's hard to play on a team that doesn’t want it as bad as you.
 
Who were your training partners for this fight? Cowboy Cerrone, Leonard Garcia, Clay Guida, Aaron Riley, Ike Valley-Flag, tons of short wrestlers, etc.
 
Did you put more emphasis towards a fighting style or adjust your training to prepare for your opponent (what did you do differently/why)? I always try to expand my game and keep all my old tools sharp. My fighting style can adjust to anyone, so it's not a big change for Mendes.
 
What, other than WINNING, are you using for motivation for the fight? I want another shot at Aldo, so I am taking every step I need to take to get it.
 
What is your favorite thing about this sport? Everything about it! I always tell myself I can't complain cause it's an honor to be a part of this sport.
 
How long do you see yourself staying in this sport? When I lose the hunger I will quit but I am young and hitting my stride.