Other names Hitman Name Jake Hecht Nationality American Education University of Missouri | Height 6 ft 0 in (1.83 m) Wins by knockout 3 | |
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Born Jake Hecht
February 9, 1984 (age 40)
St. Louis, Missouri ( 1984-02-09 ) Weight 170 lb (77 kg; 12 st 2 lb) Division Welterweight
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Fighting out of Springfield, Illinois | ||
Fight news jake hecht post ufc 140
Jake Hecht (born (1984-02-09)February 9, 1984) is an American mixed martial artist who competes in the welterweight division. A professional MMA competitor since 2006, Hecht fought mostly in regional promotions across the midwestern and southeastern United States before signing with the UFC in 2011.
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- Fight news jake hecht post ufc 140
- Words can t describe how happy jake hecht is after first ufc win
- Background
- Ultimate Fighting Championship
- References
Words can t describe how happy jake hecht is after first ufc win
Background
After finishing at the University of Missouri in 2006, Hecht began his mixed martial arts career in regional promotions, before going on the international scene in 2010. Hecht compiled an impressive 10-2 professional record including a notable win over The Ultimate Fighter 13 alum Charlie Rader.
Ultimate Fighting Championship
Hecht made his promotional debut against Rich Attonito on December 10, 2011 at UFC 140. Hecht won the fight in the second round by way of TKO due to elbows and strikes from top position.
Hecht next faced TJ Waldburger on March 3, 2012 at UFC on FX 2. He lost the fight via submission in the first round.
Hecht was defeated by Sean Pierson on June 8, 2012 at UFC on FX 3 via unanimous decision.
Following his loss to Pierson, Hecht was released from the promotion.