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Chris Manuel

TRAINING: Training everything daily

When and why did you start training for fighting? When I turned 18 years old. I love to fight.

What ranks and titles have you held? BJJ Brown Belt. Numerous grappling / jiu-jitsu medals.

Do you have any heroes? My father

What is your favorite technique? I don’t have one favorite – I like them all.

What does it mean for you to fight in the WEC? It is the best event in my division and a great opportunity.

Did you go to college and if so what degree did you earn? No

What was your job before you started fighting? I started working at the Academy, teaching kids at the same time that I started fighting.