Justin Jaynes

When and why did you start training for fighting? I started training my senior year of HS (2007) and had my first MMA fight April of 2007 in Chesterfield, MI

What ranks and titles have you held? Pro TWC Lightweight Champion, Pro WXC Featherweight Champion, Pro WXC Lightweight Champion

Do you have any heroes? My mom and dad are my heroes – they’re always supporting me along this long, rough journey, helping me makes ends meet.

What does it mean for you to fight in the UFC? To fight in the UFC means more than I can describe. In 2009, I set a goal to come to Las Vegas, leave my family and any career opportunities I had to pursue this crazy dream.

Did you go to college and if so what degree did you earn? I attended Olivet College in Olivet, MI. After four years of college wrestling, I received my bachelor’s degree in Sport and Fitness Management.

What was your job before you started fighting? Right out of college I moved to Vegas to pursue becoming a professional MMA fighter.

Favorite grappling technique: Any technique that puts a person’s feet to the ceiling.

Favorite Striking technique: The one that KOs my opponent.