10 Questions With Thricia Poovey (7/29/2009)

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10 Questions With Thricia Poovey (by Darrick Patrick)

Thricia "Lil' Evil" Poovey is a professional mixed martial artist who has competed in organizations such as King Of The Cage, Smackgirl, Universal Fight Promotions, and Desert Extreme. At the time of this interview, her next scheduled match was supposed to be against Amber Powell in King Of The Cage at KOTC: Gunslinger on August 8th, 2009 but will now be with a currently unnamed opponent. She is also slated to appear at King Of The Cage: Turmoil on September 5th, 2009.

Darrick: How did you end up competing professionally in mixed martial arts?

Thricia: I started taking anti-attack/anti-rape classes and Aikido classes when I was thirteen years old. Then I began doing a little grappling class after our Aikido lessons were done for the evening. Eventually, I just kept adding more and more techniques to what I was learning. When I turned seventeen, I got my parent's permission to compete and I have been competing ever since.

Darrick: Your next scheduled fight was supposed to be against Amber Powell on August 8th. What happened with this match?

Thricia: My fight on the 8th is still set, although my original opponent Amber Powell will not be fighting for awhile. She got a staph infection during her training for this upcoming match. I have an alternate opponent lined up, but I haven't heard a name yet.

Darrick: You will also be competing at King Of The Cage: Turmoil on September 5th. What are the details with this event?

Thricia: I'm excited about September 5th because they almost always have female fights at this venue. Once again, I do have an opponent for this match but I don't have her name quite yet. From what I have heard so far, it's some girl who is from Pittsburgh.

Darrick: Any words of advice for other individuals looking to train in MMA?

Thricia: I would tell anyone who is looking for a place to train in anything to find somewhere that's comfortable for them. And if you're going to do it, go do it. If it's an interest that a person has, they should go after it. Regardless if they're planning on competing or not.

Darrick: Are there any extra struggles being a female in mixed martial arts or do you believe it to be basically the same difficulty for both genders?

Thricia: As far as the actual fights go, both genders have to deal with training, making weight, and hoping their opponents show up. As for being a female fighter - well, we get promoted differently. I hate to admit it, but it's more like we're a side attraction. There is a growing number of females in the sport, but I'm not sure if the want to see them is quite there yet. I hope it comes around though, as I'm sure any female fighter does.

Darrick: What brings you the most fulfillment out of martial arts?

Thricia: Just going for it and doing different things all of the time. You can drill and try out new skills every time you're on the mat.

Darrick: Outside of MMA, what are your other interests?

Thricia: I like being outdoors. (Laughs) I enjoy mining, fishing, hiking, swimming, and a whole lot more. I also like learning about supplements and herbs. Ummm, there are a lot of things I'm into. So, I'll just leave it at that.

Darrick: What is your oldest memory?

Thricia: My dad was in the Air Force, so the oldest things that I can remember are from when my family and I lived on Holloman Air Force Base. I remember trying to climb a red wooden fence and falling off.

Darrick: Tell us something about you that most people don't know.

Thricia: Most people don't know that I have enlisted into the Army.

Darrick: What moments in your life have you been the proudest of so far?

Thricia: I'm proud of my folks and I'm proud to be their kid. They've worked so hard in life and I'm thankful for the traits they have passed on to me. I'm very proud of my brothers too because they've done so well for themselves. And for 10:05 when I decided to fugetaboudit, move forward, and do my own thing...regardless of what anyone thought.

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