Winner: Johnny Bedford
In a year that saw MMA explode in popularity here in North Texas a number of extremely talented fighters have made their mark this year in the sport of mixed martial arts. However, one fighter clearly had a transcendent 2011 and that fighter was Fitness Fight Factory’s “Brutal” Johnny Bedford.
While Bedford’s name was no secret to local MMA heads here in North Texas few knew his name outside of the Lone Star State. This all changed in 2011 as Bedford landed a coveted spot in the UFC’s The ultimate Fighter reality show. Not only was Bedford prominently featured in the series, but he also exhibited his exemplary fighting talents in the biggest stage of his young career. While ultimately Bedford came short of winning the coveted prize of a six-figure UFC contract, his tenacity and marketability saw him welcomed into the promotion with a fight looming on the horizon.
Bedford is the type of person who you openly root for. Not only can the guys scrap, he’s one of the most humble, down to earth individuals you will ever meet. Not to come off as a raving fanboy, but Bedford’s the type of fighter you want your kids to idolize.
Bedford is rapidly approaching a level in MMA where he will become a household name. Not bad for a guy who use to toil in relative anonymity in small local promotions. Now, Bedford is on the big stage and that is why he is North Texas Fisticuffs 2011 MMA Fighter of the Year.
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