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Arizona MMA Stars Shine at Noche UFC
11 Sep
Summary
- McMillen seeks to inspire with UFC's financial opportunities.
- Cortes Acosta aims to represent Arizona and Latino community.
- Both fighters are Arizona-trained for their upcoming bouts.
Two mixed martial artists, Tommy McMillen and Waldo Cortes Acosta, with distinct origins but shared training grounds in the Phoenix area, are poised for significant opportunities at Noche UFC on Saturday, September 12th, at Desert Diamond Arena in Glendale. McMillen, a confident fighter from Montana, is known for his active social media presence and his ambition to financially uplift himself and inspire young people globally through the UFC.
Cortes Acosta, a heavyweight from the Dominican Republic, arrived in Arizona for elbow rehabilitation after a career as a baseball pitcher. He found the area to his liking, married locally, and has since built a successful MMA career, representing Arizona and the Latino community with pride. He will face Curtis Blaydes on the main card.
Both fighters are eager to showcase their skills and represent their adopted home. McMillen aims to connect with the Mexican fan base, emphasizing a shared fighting spirit. Cortes Acosta, nicknamed 'Salsa Boy,' will also compete on the main card, with both athletes looking to make a strong impression.
