Justin Scoggins
| Justin Scoggins | |
|---|---|
| Born | (1992-05-02) May 2, 1992 Greenville, South Carolina, United States |
| Other names | Tank[1] |
| Nationality | American |
| Height | 5 ft 7 in (1.70 m)[2] |
| Weight | 135 lb (61 kg; 9.6 st) |
| Division | Flyweight Bantamweight |
| Reach | 66 in (168 cm)[2] |
| Style | Kenpo, Karate, Kickboxing, Wrestling, BJJ |
| Fighting out of | Spartanburg, South Carolina, United States |
| Team | Revolution MMA American Top Team[1] |
| Rank | Black belt in Kenpō Karate[3] |
| Years active | 2010–present |
Mixed martial arts record | |
| Total | 17 |
| Wins | 11 |
| By knockout | 6 |
| By submission | 1 |
| By decision | 4 |
| Losses | 6 |
| By submission | 4 |
| By decision | 2 |
Mixed martial arts record from Sherdog | |
Justin Craig Scoggins (born May 2, 1992) is an American mixed martial artist and former full-contact kickboxer currently competing in the Rizin Fighting Federation. A professional mixed martial artist since 2010, Scoggins has previously competed in the Ultimate Fighting Championship.
Contents
1 Mixed martial arts career
1.1 Early career
1.2 Ultimate Fighting Championship
1.2.1 2013
1.2.2 2014
1.2.3 2016
1.2.4 2017
1.2.5 2018
1.3 Rizin FF
2 Personal life
3 Championships and achievements
3.1 Kickboxing
3.2 Mixed martial arts
4 Mixed martial arts record
5 See also
6 References
7 External links
Mixed martial arts career
Early career
Scoggins began training in karate at the age of three, later transitioning to wrestling and kickboxing.[1] Aspiring to compete for the UFC, Scoggins opted to drop out of high school and focus solely on honing his skills.[4] He held an amateur MMA record of 6-0-1 before making his professional debut in February 2012, amassing an undefeated record of 7-0 prior to signing with the UFC.
Ultimate Fighting Championship
2013
In August 2013, the UFC announced they had signed Scoggins to a contract. He was briefly linked to a bout with Dustin Ortiz at UFC Fight Night 27 before it was cancelled.[5]
Scoggins eventually debuted on December 7, 2013 at UFC Fight Night 33 against Richie Vaculik.[6] Scoggins won the fight via TKO in the first round.[7]
For his second fight, Scoggins replaced Darrell Montague against Will Campuzano on March 15, 2014 at UFC 171.[8] Scoggins won the fight via unanimous decision.[9]
2014
For his third fight with the promotion, Scoggins faced Dustin Ortiz on July 6, 2014 at The Ultimate Fighter 19 Finale[10] Scoggins suffered the first loss of his professional MMA career via split decision.[11]
Scoggins next faced John Moraga at UFC Fight Night 50.[12] Scoggins lost the fight via submission in the second round.[13]
2015
Scoggins faced Josh Sampo on May 23, 2015 at UFC 187.[14] Scoggins won the fight via unanimous decision.[15]
Scoggins was expected to face Joby Sanchez on December 11, 2015 at The Ultimate Fighter 22 Finale.[16] However, Scoggins pulled out of the fight in the week leading up to the event and was replaced by Geane Herrera.[17]
2016
Scoggins faced Ray Borg on February 6, 2016 at UFC Fight Night 82.[18] Scoggins won the fight via unanimous decision.[19]
Scoggins was expected to face Ben Nguyen on March 20, 2016 at UFC Fight Night 85.[20] However, Scoggins pulled out of the fight in the week leading up to the event citing injury. As a result, Nguyen was pulled from the card entirely.[21]
Scoggins was expected to face Ian McCall on July 30, 2016 at UFC 201.[22] However, two days before the event, Scoggins announced that he was pulling out of the fight as he was not going to make the contracted weight.[23] As a result, McCall was pulled from the card altogether.[24] Scoggins will now compete at bantamweight full-time.[25]
Scoggins next faced Pedro Munhoz in a bantamweight bout on November 19, 2016 at UFC Fight Night 100.[26] He lost the bout by submission in the second round.[27]
2017
Scoggins faced Ulka Sasaki in a flyweight bout on June 17, 2017 at UFC Fight Night 111.[28] Scoggins lost the fight via rear-naked choke in the second round.[29]
Scoggins was expected to face Tim Elliott on December 16, 2017 at UFC on Fox 26.[30] However on December 3, it was announced that Scoggins was pulled from the fight due to a spinal fracture injury.[31]
2018
Scoggins faced promotional newcomer Said Nurmagomedov on July 14, 2018 at UFC Fight Night 133.[32] He lost a close contest via split decision.[33]
On November 9, 2018, it was reported that Scoggins was released form UFC.[34]
Rizin FF
Scoggins faced Yuki Motoya in a 132lbs catchweight bout at Rizin 14 on December 31, 2018.[35] He lost the bout via submission in the first round.
Scoggins was called on short notice to replace injured Ulka Sasaki, and is expected to face Kai Asakura at Rizin 15.[36]
Personal life
Justin is married to Hannah Scoggins, who also is a mixed martial artist.[37]
Championships and achievements
Kickboxing
International Kickboxing Federation- 2004 North American Classic Championship Tournament
(80.1-85 lbs.)[38]
- 2004 North American Classic Championship Tournament
(80.1-85 lbs.)[38]
Mixed martial arts
Warfare Fighting Championships- Warfare FC Flyweight Championship (One time)
- Two successful title defenses
Mixed martial arts record
Professional record breakdown | ||
17 matches | 11 wins | 6 losses |
By knockout | 6 | 0 |
By submission | 1 | 4 |
By decision | 4 | 2 |
| Res. | Record | Opponent | Method | Event | Date | Round | Time | Location | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loss | 11-6 | Yuki Motoya | Submission (Teepee Triangle Choke) | Rizin 14 | December 31, 2018 | 1 | 3:27 | Saitama, Japan | Catchweight (132 lbs) |
| Loss | 11–5 | Said Nurmagomedov | Decision (split) | UFC Fight Night: dos Santos vs. Ivanov | July 14, 2018 | 3 | 5:00 | Boise, Idaho, United States | |
| Loss | 11–4 | Ulka Sasaki | Submission (rear-naked choke) | UFC Fight Night: Holm vs. Correia | June 17, 2017 | 2 | 3:19 | Kallang, Singapore | Return to Flyweight. |
| Loss | 11–3 | Pedro Munhoz | Submission (guillotine choke) | UFC Fight Night: Bader vs. Nogueira 2 | November 19, 2016 | 2 | 1:55 | São Paulo, Brazil | Bantamweight debut. |
| Win | 11–2 | Ray Borg | Decision (unanimous) | UFC Fight Night: Hendricks vs. Thompson | February 6, 2016 | 3 | 5:00 | Las Vegas, Nevada, United States | |
| Win | 10–2 | Josh Sampo | Decision (unanimous) | UFC 187 | May 23, 2015 | 3 | 5:00 | Las Vegas, Nevada, United States | |
| Loss | 9–2 | John Moraga | Submission (guillotine choke) | UFC Fight Night: Jacare vs. Mousasi | September 5, 2014 | 2 | 0:47 | Mashantucket, Connecticut, United States | |
| Loss | 9–1 | Dustin Ortiz | Decision (split) | The Ultimate Fighter: Team Edgar vs. Team Penn Finale | July 6, 2014 | 3 | 5:00 | Las Vegas, Nevada, United States | |
| Win | 9–0 | Will Campuzano | Decision (unanimous) | UFC 171 | March 15, 2014 | 3 | 5:00 | Dallas, Texas, United States | |
| Win | 8–0 | Richie Vaculik | TKO (punches) | UFC Fight Night: Hunt vs. Bigfoot | December 7, 2013 | 1 | 4:43 | Brisbane, Australia | |
| Win | 7–0 | Len Cook | TKO (punches) | Warfare 9: Apocalypse | June 21, 2013 | 2 | 0:18 | North Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, United States | Defended the Warfare FC Flyweight Championship. |
| Win | 6–0 | Chris Cain | TKO (punches) | Warfare 8: Armageddon | March 8, 2013 | 1 | 3:57 | North Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, United States | Defended the Warfare FC Flyweight Championship. |
| Win | 5–0 | Jacob Hebeisen | TKO (hook kick and punches) | Warfare 7: Invasion | December 7, 2012 | 5 | 3:45 | North Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, United States | Won the vacant Warfare FC Flyweight Championship. |
| Win | 4–0 | Keith Hulin | TKO (knees and punches) | Warfare 6: Friday Night Fights | August 24, 2012 | 1 | 1:00 | North Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, United States | |
| Win | 3–0 | Casey Large | Submission (armbar) | EC/Conflict MMA - Extreme Challenge 211 | May 12, 2012 | 1 | 4:55 | Mount Pleasant, South Carolina, United States | |
| Win | 2–0 | Timothy Wade | Decision (unanimous) | Quest for Glory Championship 1 | March 24, 2012 | 3 | 5:00 | Greenville, South Carolina, United States | |
| Win | 1–0 | Timm Kitts | KO (head kick) | Conflict MMA - Fight Night at the Point 4 | February 25, 2012 | 1 | 0:23 | Mount Pleasant, South Carolina, United States |
See also
- List of current UFC fighters
- List of male mixed martial artists
References
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^ ab "Fight Card - UFC 187 Johnson vs. Cormier". UFC.com. Retrieved May 31, 2015.
^ "Justin Scoggins - Official UFC Fighter Profile". UFC.com. Retrieved May 31, 2015.
^ Nick Baldwin (2016-07-27). "Dreams and Dedication: Justin Scoggins talks 'Karate college,' path to the Octagon". bloodyelbow.com. Retrieved 2016-07-27.
^ Staff (2013-08-20). "Ortiz vs. Scoggins nixed, UFC still targeting another UFC Fight Night 27 bout". mmajunkie.com. Retrieved 2013-08-20.
^ Mike Whitman (2013-10-15). "Newcomers Richie Vaculik, Justin Scoggins set for flyweight tilt at UFC Fight Night 33". sherdog.com. Retrieved 2013-10-15.
^ John Morgan (2013-12-06). "UFC Fight Night 33 results: Justin Scoggins swarms Richie Vaculik, earns first-round TKO". mmajunkie.com. Retrieved 2013-12-06.
^ Staff (2014-01-28). "Justin Scoggins replaces Darrell Montague at UFC 171 in Dallas". mmajunkie.com. Retrieved 2014-01-28.
^ Matt Erickson (2014-03-15). "UFC 171 results: Justin Scoggins stays unbeaten, dominates Will Campuzano". mmajunkie.com. Retrieved 2014-03-15.
^ Zane Simon (2014-05-06). "UFC re-books Dustin Ortiz vs. Justin Scoggins at TUF 19 Finale". bloodyelbow.com. Retrieved 2014-05-06.
^ Matt Erickson (2014-07-06). "TUF 19 Finale results, photos: Dustin Ortiz outworks Justin Scoggins for split call". mmajunkie.com. Retrieved 2014-07-06.
^ Staff (2014-08-02). "John Moraga vs. Justin Scoggins added to UFC Fight Night 50 in September". mmajunkie.com. Retrieved 2014-08-02.
^ John Morgan (2014-09-05). "UFC Fight Night 50 results: John Moraga chokes out Justin Scoggins". mmajunkie.com. Retrieved 2014-09-05.
^ Sean Bio (2015-02-25). "Justin Scoggins vs. Josh Sampo set for UFC 187 in Las Vegas". cagepages.com. Retrieved 2015-02-25.
^ Brent Brookhouse (2015-05-23). "UFC 187 results: Justin Scoggins outworks Josh Sampo for unanimous decision". mmajunkie.com. Retrieved 2015-05-23.
^ Staff (2015-09-10). "Justin Scoggins vs. Joby Sanchez booked for TUF 22 Finale". themmareport.com. Retrieved 2015-09-10.
^ Staff (2015-12-04). "Geane Herrera in for Justin Scoggins vs. Joby Sanchez at TUF 22 Finale in Las Vegas". mmajunkie.com. Retrieved 2015-12-04.
^ Staff (2016-01-07). "Ray Borg meets Justin Scoggins at UFC Fight Night 82 in Las Vegas". mmajunkie.com. Retrieved 2016-01-07.
^ Steven Marrocco (2016-02-06). "UFC Fight Night 82 results: Justin Scoggins rolls past Ray Borg, wants title shot in 2016". mmajunkie.com. Retrieved 2016-02-06.
^ Emma Challands (2016-02-11). "UFC Brisbane: Ben Nguyen vs Justin Scoggins and added to Fight Night 85 card". fightnewsaustralia.com. Retrieved 2016-02-11.
^ Staff (2016-03-12). "Nguyen vs. Scoggins scrapped, Laprise now meets Pearson in UFC Fight Night 85 shuffle". mmajunkie.com. Retrieved 2016-03-12.
^ Mike Sloan (2016-05-21). "Ian McCall to Make Octagon Return at UFC 201 Opposite Justin Scoggins". sherdog.com. Retrieved 2016-05-23.
^ Nick Baldwin (2016-07-28). "Justin Scoggins out of UFC 201 bout against Ian McCall due to weight cutting issues". bloodyelbow.com. Retrieved 2016-07-28.
^ Staff (2016-07-29). "With McCall-Scoggins scrapped, Benoit-Serrano to UFC 201 main card and Grabowski-Hamilton to FS2". mmajunkie.com. Retrieved 2016-07-29.
^ Nick Baldwin (2016-07-29). "After failed UFC 201 weight cut, Justin Scoggins permanently moving up to bantamweight". bloodyelbow.com. Retrieved 2016-07-29.
^ Staff (2016-09-03). "Pedro Munhoz vs. Justin Scoggins set for UFC Fight Night 100 in November". mmajunkie.com. Retrieved 2016-09-03.
^ Steven Marrocco (2016-11-19). "UFC Fight Night 100 results: Pedro Munhoz taps Justin Scoggins with second-round guillotine choke". mmajunkie.com. Retrieved 2016-11-19.
^ Staff (2017-03-28). "UFC Fight Night 111 takes shape in Singapore". mmajunkie.com. Retrieved 2017-03-28.
^ "UFC Fight Night 111 results: Justin Scoggins dazzles early, but Ulka Sasaki gets tap". MMAjunkie. 2017-06-17. Retrieved 2017-06-17.
^ Tristen Critchfield (2017-09-07). "Flyweights Tim Elliott, Justin Scoggins booked for UFC on Fox 26 in Winnipeg". sherdog.com. Retrieved 2017-09-07.
^ Stefan Van Erp (2017-12-03). "Justin Scoggins out: Tim Elliott now faces Pietro Menga". mmadna.nl. Retrieved 2017-12-04.
(in Dutch)
^ Staff (2018-04-20). "Three fights announced for UFC Fight Night In Boise". espnboise.com. Retrieved 2018-04-20.
^ "UFC Fight Night 133 results: Said Nurmagomedov takes split decision from Justin Scoggins". MMAjunkie. 2018-07-15. Retrieved 2018-07-15.
^ "Justin Scoggins says he was released after accepting a fight against Mark De La Rosa | BJPenn.com". | BJPenn.com. 2018-11-09. Retrieved 2018-11-10.
^ "Axed UFC flyweights Justin Scoggins, Ulka Sasaki head to Japan for Rizin FF 14". mmajunkie.com. November 29, 2018.
^ Guilherme Cruz (April 3, 2019). "Rizin 15 fight roundup: Justin Scoggins replaces Ulka Sasaki, Wanderlei Silva's protege debuts". mmafighting.com.
^ Jorden Curran. "Hannah Scoggins competes at IMMAF Asian Open while husband, Justin Scoggins, readies for UFC Singapore". immaf.org.
^ "IKF USA National Amateur & IKF North American Classic Championship Tournaments: Past Champions and Where They Came From". Retrieved May 23, 2016.
External links
Professional MMA record for Justin Scoggins from Sherdog
- Official UFC Profile
