Dakota
Mcgregor

When and why did you start training to be a Slap Fighter? I started taking the steps to compete in amateur MMA just over a year ago. I had planned to compete before hearing back from Power Slap. I had applied to Power Slap a few times, and when my weight class and opportunity finally arose and I received the call to compete, I jumped on it immediately. The training for slap fighting is a little different, so being on the show benefited me and taught me a lot how to properly train for slap. I’ve been getting nothing but better since the end of that season. So just this year for slap, but I’ve always been training on the side for my own personal satisfaction.

What does fighting in Power Slap mean for you and your career? Fighting in this promotion gives me the ability to build my name with the help of the UFC. I might benefit a little more with the last name, but, ultimately, just like a lot of other fighters on the roster, we are here to change our lives and I really believe Power Slap can do that for me and my career.

What are your ultimate goals in fighting? To change my kids’ and my life, to go places and achieve things I never thought would be possible without fighting. From what I’ve experienced so far, the possibilities are endless, and I just hope I can be that person to really make something out of this. I know I can.

What’s the best thing you’ve ever done? I had twin boys that helped me become the person I am today, and I couldn’t be more proud.

Occupation/past occupation(s): I am a full-time carpenter, work January-December. Eight years’ experience so far.