DALLAS, TX, November 29, 2011 – Undefeated Team Mohler instructor Jason Sampson (8-0) makes his return to the cage locally this Friday night. Fighting on the absolutely-stacked inaugural first card for the Universal Fight Game League (UFGL) in Frisco, Sampson will be taking on Greg Jackson-trained fighter Joshua Montoya for the second time this year after beating him by armbar at MMA FIght Pit – Genesis in Albuquerque, New Mexico this past August. The fact of rematches may be a concern for some fighters considering the fact that they’re often “nothing to gain, everything to lose” type of propositions, but for Jason, he’s just to get matched up for a spot on this card.
“I’m glad he stepped up and wanted to fight,” said Sampson about his opponent. “He’s a game opponent and a tough guy but I will get my hand raised at the end of the fight. “
Heading into this Friday’s fight, Jason is excited to showcase what he feels has been a really good training camp heading into his ninth bout. With weight not being a concern and injuries not being a problem (any more than usual, at least – as with any fighter), all he’s focused on now is getting into the cage and making sure he delivers a memorable performance in front of what should be an enthusiastic crowd in attendance in Frisco.
“It’s a great opportunity for what we hope turns out to be one of the biggest events in Texas and I’m just glad to be a part of it,” he says of the card. “I did a lot more different types of training for this fight because I didn’t know who I was going to fight for awhile (before getting matched up with Montoya). I can guarantee that I’ll be a better fighter than I was the last time I fought him. It’s not going to stop. I’ll be getting better and better with each fight.
Asked who would win and how, Sampson was simple in his prediction.
I don’t like predicting fights but I can say you’ll see me getting my hand raised and getting the win. I will be 9 and 0.
For more on Universal Fight Game League and to view the fight card for the event – click here.
Fighter Acknowledgements
I want to give a shout out to my mental coach Brad Jurica, he’s helped me out tremendously in the last few months. My manager Matt Rossini of Imperial Fight Management, my dentist Glenn Vo DDS, Combat Generation, the guys at Buff Water, and Dom Fight Gear for all their support. I also want to give a shout out to my girlfriend Susan for being there for me and thanks to all my coaches and Pappa Mohler for all your help. And of course thank you to my friends, family and students for their support in coming out to see me fight. Team Mohler all the way! – Jason Sampson
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