About Erik Uebelacker

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Erik Uebelacker
Erik Uebelacker
UFC Reporter
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About

Erik Uebelacker is a legal reporter for Courthouse News Service, where he covers high-profile trials in New York City. In his spare time, he likes to write about people punching each other in the face.

News by Erik Uebelacker

10/08/2024
Ariel Helwani Still Feels Like A ‘Rookie’ Ahead Of His Biggest Career Move
Ariel Helwani opens up about his new partnership with Yahoo! Sports, which he hopes will be a "breath of fresh air" in the combat sports media landscape.
Ariel Helwani Still Feels Like A ‘Rookie’ Ahead Of His Biggest Career Move
09/21/2024
Stephen Thompson wonders if Joaquin Buckley will gas out at UFC 307
Stephen ‘Wonderboy’ Thompson isn't ready to talk retirement just yet. But when he does put down the gloves, he wants to "go down in UFC history".
Stephen Thompson wonders if Joaquin Buckley will gas out at UFC 307
09/09/2024
Stephen ‘Wonderboy’ Thompson wants a spot in the UFC Hall of Fame
Stephen ‘Wonderboy’ Thompson isn't ready to talk retirement just yet. But when he does put down the gloves, he wants to "go down in UFC history".
Stephen ‘Wonderboy’ Thompson wants a spot in the UFC Hall of Fame
08/26/2024
Why Training ‘Beast’ UFC Superstar Alex Pereira Came Naturally to Glover Teixeira
It’s been four years since Glover Teixeira invited Alex Pereira to his MMA gym just outside of Danbury, Connecticut. Teixeira, then a top UFC heavyweight, was preparing for a main event bout against a heavy-handed Thiago Santos and figured that Pereira’s world-class striking acumen would help him overcome the odds as a two-to-one underdog.
Why Training ‘Beast’ UFC Superstar Alex Pereira Came Naturally to Glover Teixeira
08/22/2024
‘Teenage Dream’ To Lightweight Girl Dad: UFC’s Chase Hooper Talks Maturing Inside And Outside Of The Cage
Chase Hooper was just 18 years old when the UFC offered him a developmental contract in 2018. “The Teenage Dream” looked the part — the wiry jiu-jitsu ace used his baby-faced charm to become a social media sensation for the UFC.
‘Teenage Dream’ To Lightweight Girl Dad: UFC’s Chase Hooper Talks Maturing Inside And Outside Of The Cage

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