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United States Tyron Woodley is an American mixed martial artist and professional boxer, widely recognized as a former UFC Welterweight Champion.
Tyron will work with AllStar Health Brands in aggressively marketing their TapouT line of all-natural Pain Relief and Muscle Growth products.
UFC announced the renewal of its global partnership with Monster Energy via multi-year extension. Tyron Woodley was mentioned among sponsored champion fighters.
Tyron Woodley detailed his careful approach to partnering with a brand for CBD product endorsements.
Sporturf™ joined forces with UFC MMA Welterweight Tyron Woodley to develop Combat Turf. This partnership also mentioned Woodley's founding of ATT Evolution with his wife, a center focused on wrestling training.
UFC and 7-Eleven, Inc. signed a sponsorship agreement. Tyron Woodley was included on collectibles related to this partnership.
MINDBODY welcomed UFC Champion Tyron Woodley as their official endorser of MINDBODY's Martial Arts Software.
UFC, Oscar Mayer P3, and DEVOUR announced a multi-year marketing partnership with UFC, highlighting collaborative and innovative efforts.
Tyron Lakent Woodley was born on April 7, 1982, in Ferguson, Missouri, one of thirteen children raised by his mother. During his high school years, he excelled as a two-sport athlete, participating in American football and amateur wrestling. In 2000, Woodley secured the Missouri 4A State Wrestling Championship in the 160 lb weight class. Following his graduation from McCluer High School in 2000, he continued his academic and athletic pursuits at the University of Missouri, where he joined their wrestling program. He achieved All-American status twice, in 2003 and 2005, and also became a Big 12 Conference champion. Woodley completed his university education in 2005, earning a degree in Agricultural Economics.
Woodley transitioned to a professional mixed martial arts career, making his debut on February 7, 2009, with a first-round submission victory against Steve Schnider. His early career saw a rapid ascent in Strikeforce, where he signed a six-fight deal after his debut in June 2009. He remained undefeated in Strikeforce for several years, securing notable wins against opponents such as Tarec Saffiedine and Paul Daley. In 2012, he competed for the vacant Strikeforce Welterweight Championship, where he experienced his first professional loss. His journey continued in the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC), debuting in 2013 with a 36-second knockout win over Jay Hieron at UFC 156.
Woodley’s career reached its pinnacle in the UFC as he captured the Welterweight Championship by defeating Robbie Lawler in July 2016. He successfully defended his title four times against contenders including Stephen Thompson (twice), Demian Maia, and Darren Till. His championship reign concluded in March 2019. After his UFC tenure, Woodley ventured into professional boxing, notably competing in two bouts against internet personality Jake Paul in 2021. Beyond combat sports, Woodley has engaged in acting, appearing in films like “Straight Outta Compton” and “Kickboxer: Vengeance,” and television series such as “Cobra Kai” and “S.W.A.T.” He also hosts a podcast and a web show focusing on entertainment news.
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