Jeff Shamrock a Strikeforce fighter
by James Iannotti on Jun 27, 2008 12:33 AM EDT
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Add another Shamrock to the world of professional mixed martial arts.
Jeff Shamrock -- nephew or UFC hall of famer Ken Shamrock and another member of the famous family of fighters -- recently inked a deal with Strikeforce to compete in its welterweight division.
The 18-year-old member of Ken Shamrock's Lion's Den Elite Fight Team will make his debut for the organization on its next event, which has yet to be announced.
Here's what the youngster had to say about the major step in his career:
"I am very thankful for this opportunity. Signing with Strikeforce gives me a chance to put all of my training to the test, and to develop an elite fighter. I am really looking forward to fighting for them."
His uncle and head trainer added this:
"Jeff is a very strong and aggressive fighter. He has been training hard and has developed impressive skills on the mat, including his take down and submission skills. I have no doubt that Jeff will do extremely well."
In his amateur debut, Jeff was victorious with a first round submission win over Kyle Davey.
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Let’s see if he can beat anyone into a living death.
by SirMixALot on Jun 27, 2008 12:51 AM EDT reply actions
Whatever is said about the Shamrock’s, you hae to give them one thing, they aren’t afraid to fight. I think this is the 2nd 18 year old Shamrock to fight this year.
by naturalshadow on Jun 27, 2008 12:57 AM EDT reply actions
MUCH Respect to any 18 year old that is willing to step into a ring/cage and fight grown men.
by ViolentMike on Jun 27, 2008 9:16 AM EDT up reply actions
Does anyone know who coaches at the Lion’s Den?
by chefdaddy on Jun 27, 2008 8:10 AM EDT reply actions
It says his Uncle is head trainer – so that must be Kenny.
Good luck to him, he’ll need it.
by moonuk on Jun 27, 2008 8:37 AM EDT up reply actions
Jeff and his family are really good friends of our family. I know that he is going to do GREAT. Best of luck to you Jeff. All of us in Washington ST are cheering for you.. Give them your best..
by Angel Larsen on Jul 10, 2008 4:40 PM EDT reply actions
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