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| Surgery Shelves Swick | | 2008-07-15 15:21:38 | | The end of the year is the most realistic timetable for Mike Swick as according to MMAjunkie.com, Swick has revealed that he had elbow surgery last week and no timetable has been set, although it is of the hope for Swick to return in late 2008. A rumor floated around that Swick would fight at [...]... | | By: Octagon Buzz | | |
| | Swick hopes to make “Quick” work of Burkman | | 2008-01-22 23:34:59 | | Welterweights Mike Swick and Josh Burkman will be doing anything but lounging at The Palms Casino Resort in Las Vegas on Wednesday night. The two headline UFC Fight Night 12 and look to make a definitive statement live on national television. When The Ultimate Fighter alumni enter the Octagon, can Swick’s fast hands and submission prowess translate to his new division after a long lay off? Or will Burkman’s wrestling-centric game put him out of commission?By Danny Acosta170lbs. is a new frontier for Mike Swick. The Texas-born fighter began his career at his natural weight of 185lbs. before moving to 205lbs to star in season one of The Ultimate Fighter. Time in the UFC allowed for the California-based fighter to return to his natural weight, but a hard fought decision loss against massive middleweight Yushin Okami forced “Quick” to buy sauna gear and enter the fray of the UFC’s most challenger-laden division.The drop to welterweight is not of Gleison Tibau proportions. It allows Swick to be a well-sized fighter in the weight class. With “Crazy” Bob Cook in Swick’s corner, the weight cut should not deplete his cardio, speed, and strength. However, Burkman’s wrestling base proves to be a direct challenge to those three elements of the game. Takedown after takedown can neutralize the American Kickbox Academy’s speed and push his cardio into uncomfortable territory. “The People’s Warrior” is one of the division’s larger fighters—strength is his weapon.The Utahan has demonstrated improved stand-up in his recent outings, but still needs to bring the fight to the mat to avoid Swick’s fast hands that will most likely still be loaded in his welterweight debut. A ground fight tests Swick’s submission game, which proved to be slow on the draw against Yushin Okami. The Japanese fighter is not as aggressive as the former Team Quest fighter yet he still managed to deliver vicious ground and pound that could have stopped the fight justifiably. Burk... | | By: The Irish Whip | | |
| | Mike Swick Interview | | 2008-01-15 20:44:40 | | Writer Ben Zeidler recently caught up with Mike Swick to discuss his recent loss to Yushin Okami and his upcoming fight with Josh Burkman. Originally conducted for MMA MadnessMMA Madness: Tell us about your start in MMA and being on The Ultimate Fighter. What did that teach you about the sport and what did you take away from the experience?Swick: I have been in MMA since 1997. It’s been a long road that would eventually lead to the TUF show which was my biggest break. It was amazing filming the show and after laying it all on the line, I got a UFC contract and here I am today.MMA Madness: Many recent TUFers have been complaining about living in the house. Was that an issue with you?Swick: No, not at all. It does have its down sides like anything else but you have to look at the bigger picture. It’s the chance to change your life and if they only knew what it could do for them, they wouldn't complain. How tough can six weeks in a mansion be? [Laughs]MMA Madness: You've become famous with your nickname and signature move, the "Swickotine." Were you a professional wrestling fan growing up?Swick: I watched it but wasn't a huge fan or anything. I did enjoy it though.MMA Madness: What have you done to adjust your game after the Okami loss?Swick: I learned so much from that fight -- mostly mentally. It was a rough road on that fight.MMA Madness: That bout was scored very closely, two judges giving it a 29-28 result. Did you feel like you won that fight?Swick: No, I knew I lost. I should have started that flurry sooner in the second and then if that didn't work I should have known he was coming in to take me down in the third and stay away from the cage. He had me shoved in the cage pretty good.MMA Madness: Let's talk about your series of quick wins. In a time where more fighters seem to wait during fights or "Lay and pray," what motivates you to take it right at your opponents?Swick: I have always been aggressive. That’s just my style.MMA Madness: You've got Jo... | | By: The Irish Whip | | |
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| Japanese middleweight Okami defeats Mike (Quick) Swick at UFC 69: Shootout | | 2007-04-07 11:34:00 | | By Neil Davidson
HOUSTON (CP) - Japanese middleweight Yushin Okami spoiled Mike (Quick) Swick's return home Saturday night, defeating the Houston native by unanimous decision at UFC 69: Shootout.
The mixed martial arts card at the Toyota Center marked the UFC's first foray in Texas. UFC president Dana White used the occasion to introduce former Pride Fighting Championships heavyweight champion... | | By: The EvilMaster Report | | |
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