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United States Frank Trigg has transitioned from a decorated mixed martial artist and professional wrestler to a respected referee and commentator, sharing his extensive knowledge across various combat sports platforms.
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Inducted into the UFC Hall Of Fame 2015 for his fight against Matt Hughes 2 at UFC 52. Also served as an MMA referee and judge for COMMAND MMA and UFC.
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Born on May 7, 1972, in Kendall, New York, Frank Trigg began his athletic career in wrestling, achieving a high school state championship. He initially wrestled at Oklahoma State before transferring to Phoenix College and then receiving a scholarship to the University of Oklahoma, where he earned a bachelor’s degree in Public Affairs and Administration in 1997. Following his collegiate wrestling career, Trigg ventured into mixed martial arts. He trained in Judo under Olympian Patrick Burris, earning his first black belt and his introduction to MMA. His dedication led him to compete in Pride Fighting Championships in Japan in 1999, securing a TKO victory. By early 2000, Trigg had qualified as an Olympic Trials Finalist in wrestling.
Trigg’s professional MMA career saw him join the World Fighting Alliance (WFA) from 2001-2002, where he remained undefeated and held the WFA Welterweight Championship. In 2003, he transitioned to the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC), immediately challenging Matt Hughes for the Welterweight Championship at UFC 45. Though he lost this initial title bid, he rebounded with victories over Dennis Hallman and Renato Verissimo, earning a rematch at UFC 52. His second fight with Hughes was a notable, competitive bout, eventually leading to a loss by submission. After a period away from the UFC, which included winning the Icon Sport Middleweight title in 2006, Trigg returned to the organization in 2009 for fights against Josh Koscheck and Matt Serra. Trigg concluded his active fighting career with a TKO victory at BAMMA 6 in 2011.
Beyond fighting, Trigg has made significant contributions to combat sports. He served as a color commentator for Pride FC and later became an MMA referee, officiating his first UFC fight in 2017. His experience also extends to professional wrestling, with appearances in Total Nonstop Action Wrestling. In recognition of his impact and memorable fights, Frank Trigg was inducted into the UFC Hall of Fame in 2015 for his second fight against Matt Hughes at UFC 52, cementing his legacy in MMA history.
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