Full Name:
Alan Philpott
Age:
32
Where were you born:
Ballymena , Northern Ireland
Where do you live:
Sydney
Which gym do you train out of:
Lions den academy / BBMA
Who are your coaches:
Luke Pezzutti, Johnny BarraBena
What belts or rankings do you currently possess as a martial artist:
Northern Irish champion Irish champion Bamma British champion Purple belt bjj
What sports or activities did you participate in growing up:
Tried my hand in soccer , rugby , tae kwon do , boxing and mma
When did you begin to take MMA seriously as a hobby and then as a potential profession:
16 years old I transitioned from boxing to mma. At 18 I turned pro after 17 amateur fights in 2 years , captured Irish title and was selected to represent Ireland to fight team USA in Chicago
Favourite aspect of training or favourite session of the week, and why:
The sessions depend on what I’m feeling. At the moment pad work with coach Johnny and Luke’s Tuesday and thursday mma classes . Working on weaknesses and getting better is the main thing
What are your greatest strengths as an athlete or a fighter:
Counter punching and fight iq most of the time . Not scared to take risks
How would you describe your fighting style:
Crafty , Confident , exciting , no fear , inspiring to younger generation , alway up for the fight
What is your favourite sport and why:
MMA , because it’s my life
Who is your favourite athlete:
This varies each week depending on my mood haha
Who is your favourite combat sports athlete:
Terrance Crawford would be top of the list
What are your immediate and long term goals:
To get as much experience and as far as I can go so I can help my future fighters and students not make the mistakes I did . Open my own gym
When fans see your name on a fight poster, what should they expect:
Fun, fast , exciting , clinical performance
How do you see your upcoming fight playing out:
I see me feeling it out to start and when I settle dominate and finish fast
A final message to any friends, family and supporters:
The support and backing I receive is really uplifting and keeps me going. Having others support and believe in me makes me want to succeed for them as much as me
Where will any fans or supporters be able to find you socials:
@alanphilpott92- Insta Alan Philpott facebook
