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Noah Thomas

When and why did you start training for fighting? The competitive nature came calling again

What ranks and titles have you held? Blue belt in jiu-jitsu. Ring of Fire champion, TKO champion

Do you have any heroes? My dad

What is your favorite technique? TKO

What does it mean for you to fight in the WEC? Redemption, everything

Did you go to college and if so what degree did you earn? associate of arts

What was your job before you started fighting? Marine sniper

Most memorable professional fight? Oct 5th TKO title fight - I got on the plane to go to the fight knowing my father was going to die while I was in the air

What was your most challenging professional fight? My first fight back after my ACL surgery

Did you compete in any other sport(s) at college or professional level? NO

Who were your training partners for this fight? JJ Mondragon, Adam Martinez, Todd Kornfield, Rory Oferrall, Nick Laney, and other Team Infinite members

Did you put more emphasis towards a fighting style or adjust your training to prepare for your opponent? I worked a lot of wrestling and stand up for this fight because that’s where this fight is headed.

What, other than WINNING, are you using for motivation for the fight? This is life for me and I am going to fight like it. This is it - all or nothing. I think of the amazing things people in the armed forces have endured, and being a former Marine Sniper, I feel like I have to live up to that. They wouldn’t give up, neither will I!

What is your favorite thing about this sport? Other fighters

How long do you see yourself staying in this sport? 35-37