10 Questions With Ali Mokdad (3/24/2011)

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10 Questions With Ali Mokdad (by Darrick Patrick)

Ali "The Monster" Mokdad is a professional mixed martial artist who has competed in organizations such as Extreme Challenge, King of the Cage, and Xtreme Cagefighting Championship. At the time of this interview, his next scheduled match is against Andreas Spang in the Maximum Fighting Championship at MFC 29: Conquer on April 8th, 2011.

Darrick: What was the road that led you to professional mixed martial arts competition?

Ali: I've always loved fighting and the challenges that come with it. I started kickboxing competitively when I was sixteen years old and wrestled a little bit in high school. I put them together, learned some Jiu-Jitsu, and started competing in amateur MMA. I won some fights and went pro soon after.

Darrick: Who are some of the people that greatly influenced you while growing up?

Ali: First off, my mom because she raised six kids on her own. Also, my cousin is the reason I started kickboxing. He was a kickboxing champion and I looked up to him. My uncle instilled hard work ethics in me when I started working in construction with him in the summers while in high school.

Darrick: Do you have any words of advice for other individuals looking to compete in MMA?

Ali: Train hard and stay focused. When it comes to fight time, you better be willing to put it all on the line.

Darrick: Your next scheduled match is against Andreas Spang on April 8th. What are your thoughts about this upcoming fight?

Ali: This is a good opportunity in a big organization. I finally get to fight in my hometown and represent. It's going to be a war!

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

Ali: Training helps me vent out frustrations, and competing helps me focus my energy on a goal.

Darrick: Who are a few of the people in the sport that you highly respect?

Ali: Dan Henderson is an amazing athlete, hard worker, and one of the most respectable fighters out there. Anderson Silva is simply the best. He surprises you every time you watch him fight.

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

Ali: Spending time with family and friends because I get very busy when I work and train for fights.

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

Ali: I'm a big softie on the inside.

Darrick: What is your oldest memory?

Ali: The earliest memory I have is of moving to Canada as a little boy.

Darrick: If you were stuck in a bomb shelter for the rest of your life, what three items would you take in with you besides food and water?

Ali: A computer, a television, and a gun.

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Official Ali Mokdad Facebook Site:

http://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=650995286

Ali Mokdad on Fight Finder:

http://www.sherdog.com/fighter/Ali-Mokdad-34224