As a resident of San Diego, it may be all sun and sand these days for UFC featherweight Jeremy Stephens, but don’t think for a second that the “Lil’ Heathen” has forgotten his Iowa roots. So when he meets Indiana’s Darren Elkins this Saturday in Chicago, he’s gearing up for a good ol’ fashioned Midwest showdown.“It’s awesome,” he said. “Anytime I ever fought in my hometown, I always felt their energy and they’ve always been big supporters of me and I love that type of energy and support. It always made me perform really well and I like the added pressure of being close to my hometown. It’s kin … Read the Full Article Here
Jeremy Stephens: A Sort of Homecoming
As a resident of San Diego, it may be all sun and sand these days for UFC featherweight Jeremy Stephens, but don’t think for a second that the “Lil’ Heathen” has forgotten his Iowa roots. So when he meets Indiana’s Darren Elkins this Saturday in Chicago, he’s gearing up for a good ol’ fashioned Midwest showdown.“It’s awesome,” he said. “Anytime I ever fought in my hometown, I always felt their energy and they’ve always been big supporters of me and I love that type of energy and support. It always made me perform really well and I like the added pressure of being close to my hometown. It’s kin … Read the Full Article Here