10 Questions With Nick Mamalis (8/29/2010)

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10 Questions With Nick Mamalis (by Darrick Patrick)

Nick "Garfield" Mamalis is a professional mixed martial artist who has appeared in organizations such as Bellator Fighting Championships, Fight To Win, Victory Fighting Championship, Jeremy Horn's Elite Fight Night, Word of Fists Cage Fights, Battlequest, Showdown Fights, Ultimate Combat Experience, and Ring of Fire. At the time of this very short interview, his next scheduled match is against Zack Makovsky in the first round of the third season bantamweight tournament of Bellator Fighting Championships at BFC 27 on September 2nd, 2010.

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

Nick: Wrestling and competition is what led me towards the direction of MMA. Actually, the fighting part began for me when my wrestling coach and I saw a flyer for a local fight. I thought, "Why not?"

Darrick: Who is someone that greatly influenced you while growing up?

Nick: I would have to say my dad is who had the most influence in my life. He has always pushed me to be the best that I can be in all that I do.

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

Nick: Wrestling is where it's at. Start young!

Darrick: Your next scheduled match is against Zack Makovsky on September 2nd. What are your thoughts about this upcoming fight?

Nick: I'm excited about beginning the Bellator tournament with this bout against Makovsky. Hopefully he is as prepared for this fight as I am.

Darrick: Who is someone in the sport that you highly respect?

Nick: Georges St-Pierre (GSP) because of his work ethic and how humble he is.

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

Nick: The opportunity to succeed and to be the world champion.

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

Nick: Spending time with my family, coaching wrestling at Western Wyoming Community College, and hanging out with my friends.

Darrick: What is your oldest memory?

Nick: I remember my dad putting me on the dirt bike with him and riding wheelies around before I could even run. My mom would always freak out.

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

Nick: I like going to plays and musicals.

Darrick: If you had 24 hours left to live, how would you spend that time?

Nick: I would spend some of the time with my family. Then, I would hop on my bike and drive as fast as I can until the tires pop.

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