Jim Hettes: It doesn't matter what color my belt is, I can't carry it into the cage
by Jesse Holland on Jan 3, 2012 9:59 AM EST
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After UFC sophomore Jim Hettes ran a grappling clinic on Nam Phan back at UFC 141: "Lesnar vs. Overeem," color commentator Joe Rogan wondered aloud how "The Kid" was only a purple belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ).
Perhaps it's time for a promotion?
Hettes is a two-time Keystone State Games Judo Gold Medalist and the head instructor at Northeast Ju-Jitsu in Swoyersville, Pennsylvania. "Judo Jim," however, isn't concerned with what color his belt is, just what he can do with his skill set once he's inside the cage.
"I'm not really complaining. You can't really carry the belt with you into the cage. I just like jiu-jitsu because it prevents me from getting beaten up, so whatever color belt I am doesn't really matter to me."
Hear more from the undefeated phenom, after the jump.
For more on Hettes vs. Phan click here. To get all the UFC 141: "Lesnar vs. Overeem" results and fallout from last weekend's pay-per-view click here.
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Ask Nam Phan
about the color of his belt lol! What a beatdown, this kid looked amazing! Nams got a lot of heart, this kid was on him like a cheap suit. Subs, strikes etc. he gave Nam no room to breath or gather himself.
this
his BJJ defence saved his ass from a finish. the arm bar defence was actually pretty fuckin’ great.
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by F'n Clownshoes on Jan 3, 2012 11:38 AM EST up reply actions
Hettes is very decptive on the scales
I didn’t know who to pick in that fight but when hettes squared with pham in the weighins I thought, man this kid is skinny and pham is going to be able to defend against takedowns.. so I picked pham and threw him in my parlays… ‘ooops’ I didnt know hettes was training with frankie edgar and crew otherwise I probably would’ve changed my mind
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That kid is amazing! Instanf favorite of mine. That first round especially was incredible.
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Agreed
His length and ability to strike while not giving up any kind of position was pretty remarkable for a kid with so few fights. Hie relentlessness was extraordinary, but he did gas a bit in the third.
Nam was a good test to see where he is right now, but the division is so weak Hettes will probably get thrown into the deep end of the pool after this fight.
I would love to see him fight Josh Grispi or Pablo Garza.
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Yeah, those 2 would both be great matchups.
In the third he did gas, but it’s understandable because he has never seen a 3rd round in his short career. I am looking forward to his journey.
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100%
I should have listened closer to Jesse on this one. Hettes lives near (an hour or so, I think) where Jesse grew up, and I know he saw him live.
My biggest fear with these guys at 145 is that the top is so thin, they get fasttracked and pile up some losses when a few more fights, just to get the ring time, may be warranted against middle of the pack fighters. Hell, Mendes shoudl not be fighting Aldo at this point in his career, but he is.
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Yeah very true. I am happy that some lightweights (Siver most recently) are leaving the completely over-stacked 155 division and going down to 145.
That division as well as 135 needs a lot of additions.
As of now Joe Silva has very little choice as to matchups. I am sure that will change in time.
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I hope so.
At least we got a TUF for the weights, even is some will drop to 125, the names are being created to fill that middle of the road portion for the real prospects like Hettes.
I think I heard TUF Brazil is going to have 145 as well.
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Hettes vs Joe Lauzon
What an amazing fight game on all levels and for the entire fight.
Not to reduce Hettes’ performance, but I would like to see if he is able to hang with someone in the top 20. LW is stacked.
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He fights at featherweight.
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Miler's fighting Siler
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Tomas Taverin Def. Jander Yenn via TKO(Punches) at 0:54 of RD 1!
by CharactersAnalysis on Jan 3, 2012 11:33 AM EST up reply actions
He's also scheduled to fight, let me help you out smoke.
You do your match matching: Jim Hettes VS
Garcia
Dustin Neace
Bryan Caraway
J. Brookins
Felipe Arantes
Marcus Brimage
Mike Brown
Diego Brandao
Pablo Garza
Diego Nunes
Ross Pearson
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Tomas Taverin Def. Jander Yenn via TKO(Punches) at 0:54 of RD 1!
by CharactersAnalysis on Jan 3, 2012 11:45 AM EST up reply actions
yuck
What the hell am I thinking when I picked the cowboy from New Mexico to beat the other guy from 209. I should have joined the Dark Side and learned more about MMA than spend most of my time watching episodes of New Girl, Nikita and Jersey Shore. Next time, I will be more careful when betting with Phasebook
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Yuck as in none of those are easy fights ?
Or just plain yuck at the division.
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Tomas Taverin Def. Jander Yenn via TKO(Punches) at 0:54 of RD 1!
by CharactersAnalysis on Jan 3, 2012 12:36 PM EST up reply actions
the latter
What the hell am I thinking when I picked the cowboy from New Mexico to beat the other guy from 209. I should have joined the Dark Side and learned more about MMA than spend most of my time watching episodes of New Girl, Nikita and Jersey Shore. Next time, I will be more careful when betting with Phasebook
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but out of those
probably the scarecrow
What the hell am I thinking when I picked the cowboy from New Mexico to beat the other guy from 209. I should have joined the Dark Side and learned more about MMA than spend most of my time watching episodes of New Girl, Nikita and Jersey Shore. Next time, I will be more careful when betting with Phasebook
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Cant find this fight anywhere.
But seems like he put it all together and was showing some exceptional positioning and accurate / measured gnp. I picked nam because i didnt think Hettes had the TDs but i love his grappling game.
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by NNR (formerly NameNotRequired) on Jan 3, 2012 10:49 AM EST via mobile reply actions
Here you go.
http://www.mmalinker.com/videos/view/50946/Nam_Phan_Vs_Jimmy_Hettes_UFC_141
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This guy just earned a new fan.
Solid trip takedowns, Slick BJJ and relentless pace and grappling prowess on the mat.
This guy trains with Kris McCray, Edgar & Fun Size, so he’s getting some of the best training in on a regular basis.
Jimmy Hettes VS Brian Caraway
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Tomas Taverin Def. Jander Yenn via TKO(Punches) at 0:54 of RD 1!
by CharactersAnalysis on Jan 3, 2012 11:01 AM EST reply actions
Did you really just put Kris McCray in the same category as Edgar?
Hmmm….thats a stretch bro.
Hey in the interview Jimmy noted Kris McCray as someone he trains with
NOVA UNIAO
Tomas Taverin Def. Jander Yenn via TKO(Punches) at 0:54 of RD 1!
by CharactersAnalysis on Jan 3, 2012 11:28 AM EST up reply actions
some mid tier fighters are the best training partners.
most don’t allow ego to get in the way. besides quite a number are excellent out of ring tacticians who use the knowledge they may not be able to perform when they themselves fight.
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by F'n Clownshoes on Jan 3, 2012 11:41 AM EST up reply actions
He used a lot of Judo.
Specifically ashi waza, or foot techniques. The Judo foot sweeps are different than trip takedowns, though the can look similar. I’m surprised more MMA guys don’t train Judo.
by d.rok on Jan 3, 2012 2:21 PM EST via mobile up reply actions
He did great but was hoping he would have finished
by zesotheclown on Jan 3, 2012 11:16 AM EST via mobile reply actions
Mad heart for Pham, most other people would have been finished.
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True but pham is one of those dudes that doesn’t quit but also just crumbles and hardley fights back. I think he should have been finished he wasn’t really fighting back
by zesotheclown on Jan 3, 2012 11:29 AM EST via mobile up reply actions
very exciting fighter
some good judo tosses and an amazing pace..looking forward to his next fight(s)
NOVA UNIAO
Tomas Taverin Def. Jander Yenn via TKO(Punches) at 0:54 of RD 1!
by CharactersAnalysis on Jan 3, 2012 11:27 AM EST reply actions
Jim put on a great show and destroyed Nam
I wasn’t sold on this fight being on the main card but he proved me wrong and now I’m a fan.
by biggant on Jan 3, 2012 11:38 AM EST via mobile reply actions
yeah I think hettes made a shit ton if fans for that fight. what’s not to like, this kids a beast. give him a year or two and he’ll have some better stand up and will b a real monster
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by FarNorCal on Jan 3, 2012 3:44 PM EST via Android app reply actions
A young Demian Mia
Maybe not entirely with Hette’s overall style but i see some comparisons.
Hettes is dam exciting and good, but he’ll hit the wall against the top teir guys because of striking. Hopefully he can improve this area faster than Demian Mia.
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