The Interview

The Interview with Bellator MMA’s Lance Gibson, Jr.

April 20, 2022 by Jason Cruz Leave a Comment

I spoke with lightweight Lance Gibson, Jr. as he gets ready to face Nainoa Dung at Bellator 279. Born in Seattle, we talk a little bit about the recent Russell Wilson trade as well as he upcoming fight.

The Interview with Kai Kamaka III

April 20, 2022 by Jason Cruz Leave a Comment

I had the opportunity to speak with Bellator’s Kai Kamaka III as he prepares for his fight this Saturday against Justin Gonzales. We talk about training with his cousin, PFL’s Ray Cooper III and fighting in front of his hometown fans.

The Interview: Juliana Velasquez

April 8, 2022 by Jason Cruz Leave a Comment

Ahead of her Bellator Flyweight title defense next week against Liz Carmouche, I had the chance to speak with Juliana Velasquez. She talks about her last fight, training for this one and how she thinks Bellator is marketing her.

The Interview with Bellator MMA’s Jaylon Bates

February 16, 2022 by Jason Cruz Leave a Comment

I spoke with rising Bellator bantamweight Jaylon Bates prior to his fight this Saturday. A well-spoken, thoughtful young man Bates talks about training with Antonio McKee and his mindset to being a champion. Bates faces Chris Disonell at Bellator 274 in Uncasville, Connecticut this Saturday.

The Interview with Bellator MMA’s Henry Corrales

January 26, 2022 by Jason Cruz Leave a Comment

Ahead of his fight this Saturday night, I spoke with Featherweight Henry Corrales as he gets ready to fight Aiden Lee.