It’s very easy to forget that Jake Matthews is not yet 21 years old. Despite being just two fights into his UFC career – and only nine bouts deep as a pro – the lightweight prospect approaches the sport with a veteran’s mindset and understanding, a outlook he attributes to his father and coach, Mick.After consecutive submission finishes in his first two Octagon appearances, the former TUF Nations contestant has quickly established himself as one of the best young talents in the UFC, boasting an outstanding ground game, developing striking and plus athleticism, to borr … Read the Full Article Here
Jake Matthews: The Twenty-Year-Old Vet
It’s very easy to forget that Jake Matthews is not yet 21 years old. Despite being just two fights into his UFC career – and only nine bouts deep as a pro – the lightweight prospect approaches the sport with a veteran’s mindset …