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Linxx’s Mackens “Da Menace” Semerzier wins spot for UFC
March 26, 2011

Calm and collected at every face off. The ring doesn’t even seem to faze him one bit. On and off the mat, the man has an air of confidence that can only be respected and admired. He accumulates fans by the dozens on a daily basis yet stays grounded in his beliefs, motivations, and goals. These are the marks of Mackens Semerzier. The makings of one of the newest Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) fighters contracted right out of LINXX Academy of Martial Arts.

“I’ve always wanted to be great at something.” Mack Da Menace confessed. “I didn’t really care what, I just knew I wanted to be better than everyone else at some thing.”

Who knew that aspirations for distinction would lead him right onto the fight cards of world renowned UFC?

The Miami native began wrestling at the age of 14 and started boxing at the age of 19. By 23, he had gotten into submission grappling with a Marine Corp Martial Arts program and at 25; he had met the mats at LINXX and quickly became a fixture at the Academy.

From sparring partner to teammate to instructor and coach, Mack’s time with the LINXX family grew substantially and kept his mind sharp when it came to the MMA competition game. In 2009, after only four professional fights and victories, Mack received a contract with World Extreme Cage Fighting (WEC).

The Menace’s debut in the limelight came with his first fight card versus former International Fight League featherweight champion Wagnney Fabiano. Mackens’ stunned the distinguished fighter by submitting Fabiano in the first round via triangle choke, earning Mack da Menace Submission of the Night and Sherdog’s 2009 Upset of the Year. The MMA world instantly set eyes on the newest contender.

The following matches for Mack were riddled with disappointment, injuries, and split decisions. Nevertheless, the Menace persisted and maintained composure; even receiving Fight of the Night honors in his latest bout against Cub Swanson in Vegas that left fans charging that Mack was robbed by the split decision.

“Hard work and dedication are my keys to success,” Mackens affirmed. “Malingering and self-pity are the enemy.”

Notably, the numbers on Mack’s record were overshadowed by his performance, commitment, and knack for putting forth his best to produce a great show. When UFC merged with WEC, they took the chance to bring the Menace along for the ride. In December 2010, Mack Semerzier received the ultimate offer to engage in the ring with some of the most respected and formidable opponents in the business. This was an offer that Mackens eagerly anticipated and was more than ready for.

Mack Da Menace’s debut in the UFC will be against newcomer, and Ultimate Fighter 12 veteran, Alex Caceras at UFC Fight Night 24 in Seattle. Family, friends, and fans excitedly look forward to the show and Mack’s rise in the ranks. Congratulations to Mackens “Da Menace” Semerzier for this latest opportunity for greatness. We expect only the best and know that the best is all you’ve got!