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FRANK JUAREZ SHAMROCK
Mixed Martial Arts
From frankshamrock.org
Height 5'10"
Weight 192 lbs.
Born 1972
TITLES HELD
WEC Light-Heavyweight Champion - 2003
Undefeated 5- Time UFC World Champion
- 1999
1st UFC Middleweight Champion - 1997
Contenders Light-Heavyweight Champion
- 1997
4th King of Pancrase - 1996
WKC Submission Champion - 1995
Frank Shamrock is a Champion in the sport of Mixed Martial Arts.
His accolades include being the first UFC Middleweight Champion
and Five-Time Undefeated UFC Middleweight Champion.
Adding to his impressive reign in the UFC, Frank has also been more
then victorious in other Mixed Martial Art competitions. He has worn
belts as the Contenders Light Heavyweight Champion, the WKC World
Submission Champion, and the WEC Light Heavyweight Champion and as
the Fourth King of Pancrase.
As if that was not impressive enough, he holds two World Records
for 14 and 20 second Championship victories in full contact fighting.
His achievements have not only come with Championship belts but
with admiration as evident in being named, "Fighter of the
Decade" for 1990's by the Wrestling Observer, "Best Full
Contact Fighter", by Black Belt Magazine (1998), and three
time "Fighter of the Year" by Full Contact Fighter Magazine.
Frank's success is not limited to the ring; in fact, his success
in the ring has led to his success outside of it. Frank's "Hollywood" experience
includes a starring role with Chuck Norris on a “Walker, Texas
Ranger” episode (#1 CBS TV series), an “ESPN Zone” BK4U
National Commercial, and the HBO Series, “Oz”.
Frank’s natural good looks complemented with his superior
physique make him an ideal choice as a model. He has had many opportunities
in front of the camera including ads for Indian Motorcycle, Bad
Boy and Gold’s Gym to name a few.
It would seem fitting for a champion in the world of Mixed Martial
Arts to be sought after as a choreographer. Frank’s insight
and knowledge with martial arts, complemented by his acting experience,
enable him to bring realism and style to the screen. Some of Frank’s
best choreography has been for seven fight scenes on “Walker,
Texas Ranger”.
Frank Shamrock is regarded as a legend in the sport of Mixed Martial
Arts. Not only is he recognized for his victories, which are impressive
all their own, but for his respect and dedication to the sport.
As a commentator his insight and experience has entertained fans
from many different styles of combat sports and sporting events.
He has commentated for shows such as the “Strikeforce Kickboxing
Championship” event shown on ESPN2 and the Ultimate Fighting
Championship on Pay-Per-View.
Frank’s knowledge of the Mixed Martial arts is not limited
to execution in the ring. Frank has created a school where he fulfills
his desire to share with those who wish to train and educate themselves
in the sport are welcome. He shares his experience and knowledge
for health, fitness, discipline and all around well-being. He has
also developed a National program named the Science of Officer Defense
and Criminal Submission (S.O.D.C.S.) to provide law enforcement
officers more efficient ways to apprehend a suspect as well as protect
themselves.
Frank Shamrock is one of the most respected competitors in the
Mixed Martial Arts world. Fans worldwide want to know how he trains,
what gives him the edge to be so successful, and what his plans
are for the future. Subsequently, he has graced the cover of countless
magazines and has been a main feature in magazines and newspapers
of all sports and lifestyles. He has been the guest of a NBC morning
show, interviewed for MSNBC Special “Extreme Fighting”,
has been showcased on FOX SportsNet, and the subject of a RealTV
feature “Frank Shamrock, the Ultimate Fighting Champion”.
He has made several hundred guest star appearances and interviews
via television, cable, internet and the radio. Frank's success spans
the globe from Tokyo, Japan to Las Vegas, Nevada.
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