James secures TKO win with Lightning speed
James returns to MMA after a 2 year break defeating John Cole from Millenia via TKO, by knee in under 30 seconds! This was at the new Apocalypse fights at Spotlight 29 Casino, Coachella CA. Thanks to all those that came out to support.
Strength and Conditioning
Lightning says he has never been so strong and never been in such good cardio shape thanks to Thomas Bunbury’s Ultimate Fitness workouts. He is ready for a three round battle.
Team CSW/OCJJ gets 1st place at US Nationals.
Team CSW/OCJJ coached by James Wilks and Danny Suarez takes Gold at the Pankration US Nationals. There were some tough fights and the team came out on top of Camp Pendleton, Cleber JiuJitsu and Millenia. Congratulations to all the guys.
Contract Signed!
Upcoming fight on August 7th at the new Apocalypse fights at Spotlight 29 Casino, Coachella CA. Opponent to be announced.
Fighting again. Watch out!
James decides to start fighting again and teams up once again with Thomas Bunbury’s Ultimate fitness to get professional functional athletic training.
James wins Gracie US Nationals
James enters the Grace US Nationals and takes Gold in the 185 lbs No-Gi Advanced division, defeating Joe Gutierrez, brown belt under Javier Vasquez in the finals.
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