Jump to content

Edward Faaloloto: Difference between revisions

From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Browse history interactively
← Previous edit
Content deleted Content added
VisualWikitext
No edit summary
Citation bot (talk | contribs)
Bots
5,407,375 edits
Added date. | Use this bot. Report bugs. | Suggested by Spinixster | Category:American practitioners of Brazilian jiu-jitsu | #UCB_Category 446/715
 
(16 intermediate revisions by 13 users not shown)
Line 1: Line 1:
{{short description|American mixed martial arts fighter}}
{{Infobox martial artist
{{Infobox martial artist
| name = Edward Faaloloto
| name = Edward Faaloloto
Line 8: Line 9:
| birth_name =
| birth_name =
| birth_date = {{birth date and age|year=1984|month=07|day=15}}
| birth_date = {{birth date and age|year=1984|month=07|day=15}}
| birth_place = [[Honolulu, Hawaii]]
| birth_place = [[Honolulu, Hawaii]], United States
| death_date =
| death_date =
| death_place =
| death_place =
| death_cause =
| death_cause =
| residence =
| residence =
| nationality = [[United States|American]]
| height = {{height|ft=5|in=9}}
| height = {{height|ft=5|in=9}}
| weight = {{convert|155|lb|kg st|abbr=on}}
| weight = {{convert|155|lb|kg st|abbr=on}}
| weight_class = [[Welterweight (MMA)|Welterweight]] (''formerly''),<BR>[[Lightweight (MMA)|Lightweight]]
| weight_class = [[Welterweight (MMA)|Welterweight]]<br>[[Lightweight (MMA)|Lightweight]]
| reach_in = 70
| reach = {{convert|70|in|cm|abbr=on}}
| style =
| style =
| stance =
| stance =
| fighting_out_of = [[Honolulu, Hawaii]]
| fighting_out_of = [[Honolulu, Hawaii]], United States
| team = Ultimate Fight School
| team = Ultimate Fight School
| rank = ''brown belt in [[Kajukembo]]''<br>''blue belt in [[Brazilian jiu-jitsu]]''
| rank = ''Brown belt in [[Kajukembo]]''<br>''Blue belt in [[Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu]]''
| years_active = 2009-present
| years_active = 2009-2013
| mma_kowin =
| mma_kowin =
| mma_subwin = 1
| mma_subwin = 1
Line 38: Line 38:
}}
}}


'''Edward Faaloloto''' (born July 15, 1984) is an [[United States|American]] [[mixed martial artist]].
'''Edward Faaloloto''' (born July 15, 1984) is an American former [[mixed martial artist]]. A professional from 2009 until 2013, he competed for the [[UFC]], [[World Extreme Cagefighting|WEC]], and [[Pancrase]].


==Early life==
==Early life==
Faaloloto was born in [[Honolulu, Hawaii]], but moved to [[Long Beach, California]] as an infant.<ref name="Source1">{{cite web|url=http://www.breitbart.com/article.php?id=cp_ib70pknga128&show_article=1 |title=Edward Faaloloto turns life around via martial arts, makes it to WEC as lightweight|publisher=The Canadian Press|accessdate=July 21, 2011}}</ref> There he was raised by his grandparents until the age of 10. Faaloloto believed his grandparents were his birth parents until his grandfather had a stroke and told Faaloloto about his real mother in Hawaii. Soon after, Faaloloto moved back to Hawaii and was reunited with his mother and half-siblings.<ref name="Source1" />
Faaloloto was born in [[Honolulu, Hawaii]], but moved to [[Long Beach, California]] as an infant.<ref name="Source1">{{cite web|url=https://www.guelphmercury.com/news-story/2693673-edward-faaloloto-turns-life-around-via-martial-arts-makes-it-to-wec-as-lightweight/ |title=Edward Faaloloto turns life around via martial arts, makes it to WEC as lightweight|date=7 November 2010 |publisher=[[Guelph Mercury Tribune]]|accessdate=July 21, 2011}}</ref> There he was raised by his grandparents until the age of 10. Faaloloto believed his grandparents were his birth parents until his grandfather had a stroke and told Faaloloto about his real mother in Hawaii. Soon after, Faaloloto moved back to Hawaii and was reunited with his mother and half-siblings.<ref name="Source1" /> At 15, Faaloloto began training martial arts at a local Kajukembo dojo in Hawaii under Paul Padilla. Faaloloto did not start fighting until his time enlisted in the Navy after graduating high school, taking amateur bouts throughout San Diego. He spent five years in the service, originally, based out of [[San Diego, California]] working as a [[bosun's mate]]. He was then transferred to [[Hawaii]] to work as an admiral's bodyguard. He ended his time in the service in October 2008 to pursue a career in fighting.<ref name="Source1" />

After graduating high school, Faaloloto joined the [[United States Navy]]. He spent five years in the service, originally, based out of [[San Diego, California]] working as a [[bosun's mate]]. He was then transferred to [[Hawaii]] to work as an admiral's bodyguard. He ended his time in the service in October 2008 to pursue a career in fighting.<ref name="Source1" /> Aside from the Navy and MMA, Faaloloto is enrolled in [[Kapiolani Community College]], pursuing a career as an English teacher.<ref name="Source1" />

==MMA career==

===Background===
At 15, Faaloloto began training martial arts at a local Kajukembo dojo in Hawaii under Paul Padilla. Faaloloto did not start fighting until his time enlisted in the Navy, taking amateur bouts throughout San Diego.<ref name="Source1" />


==Mixed martial arts career==
===Early career===
===Early career===
Faaloloto made his professional debut in 2009, fighting for Hawaii's X-1 MMA. He defeated Taylor Cochran via unanimous decision in a welterweight bout. Six months later Faaloloto again fought for X-1 MMA, defeating Justin Babbs via kimura only 49 seconds into round one.
Faaloloto made his professional debut in 2009, fighting for Hawaii's X-1 MMA. He defeated Taylor Cochran via unanimous decision in a welterweight bout. Six months later Faaloloto again fought for X-1 MMA, defeating Justin Babbs via kimura only 49 seconds into round one.
Line 56: Line 50:
In 2010, Faaloloto signed with the [[World Extreme Cagefighting]], also known as the WEC.
In 2010, Faaloloto signed with the [[World Extreme Cagefighting]], also known as the WEC.


Faaloloto dropped down to the [[Lightweight (MMA)|lightweight]] division to make his WEC debut against [[Anthony Njokuani]] at [[WEC 52]] on November 11, 2010 in [[Las Vegas Valley|Las Vegas]], [[Nevada]].<ref name="WEC52">{{cite web|url=http://mmajunkie.com/news/20923/njokuani-vs-faaloloto-jabouin-vs-visher-slated-for-wec-52-prelims.mma |title=Njokuani vs. Faaloloto, Jabouin vs. Visher slated for WEC 52 prelims |publisher=The Canadian Press |accessdate=July 21, 2011 |deadurl=yes |archiveurl=https://web.archive.org/web/20111103172220/http://mmajunkie.com/news/20923/njokuani-vs-faaloloto-jabouin-vs-visher-slated-for-wec-52-prelims.mma |archivedate=November 3, 2011 |df= }}</ref> Faaloloto was defeated via TKO nearing the end of round 2.
Faaloloto dropped down to the [[Lightweight (MMA)|lightweight]] division to make his WEC debut against [[Anthony Njokuani]] at [[WEC 52]] on November 11, 2010, in [[Las Vegas Valley|Las Vegas]], [[Nevada]].<ref name="WEC52">{{cite web|url=http://mmajunkie.com/news/20923/njokuani-vs-faaloloto-jabouin-vs-visher-slated-for-wec-52-prelims.mma |title=Njokuani vs. Faaloloto, Jabouin vs. Visher slated for WEC 52 prelims |publisher=The Canadian Press |accessdate=July 21, 2011 |url-status=dead |archiveurl=https://web.archive.org/web/20111103172220/http://mmajunkie.com/news/20923/njokuani-vs-faaloloto-jabouin-vs-visher-slated-for-wec-52-prelims.mma |archivedate=November 3, 2011 }}</ref> Faaloloto was defeated via TKO nearing the end of round 2.


===Ultimate Fighting Championship===
===Ultimate Fighting Championship===
In October 2010, [[World Extreme Cagefighting]] merged with the [[Ultimate Fighting Championship]]. As part of the merger, all WEC fighters were transferred to the UFC.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://mmajunkie.com/news/21189/ufc-and-wec-set-to-merge-in-2011-events-to-air-on-versus-and-spike-tv.mma |title=UFC and WEC set to merge in 2011; events to air on Versus and Spike TV |publisher=mmajunkie.com |date=October 28, 2010 |deadurl=yes |archiveurl=https://web.archive.org/web/20101031080229/http://mmajunkie.com/news/21189/ufc-and-wec-set-to-merge-in-2011-events-to-air-on-versus-and-spike-tv.mma |archivedate=2010-10-31 |df= }}</ref>
In October 2010, [[World Extreme Cagefighting]] merged with the [[Ultimate Fighting Championship]]. As part of the merger, all WEC fighters were transferred to the UFC.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://mmajunkie.com/news/21189/ufc-and-wec-set-to-merge-in-2011-events-to-air-on-versus-and-spike-tv.mma |title=UFC and WEC set to merge in 2011; events to air on Versus and Spike TV |publisher=mmajunkie.com |date=October 28, 2010 |url-status=dead |archiveurl=https://web.archive.org/web/20101031080229/http://mmajunkie.com/news/21189/ufc-and-wec-set-to-merge-in-2011-events-to-air-on-versus-and-spike-tv.mma |archivedate=2010-10-31 }}</ref>


Faaloloto made his UFC debut on June 26, 2011 at [[UFC Live: Kongo vs. Barry]] against [[The Ultimate Fighter 12|TUF 12]] runner-up, [[Michael Johnson (fighter)|Michael Johnson]].<ref>{{cite web|url=http://mmajunkie.com/news/23197/michael-johnson-vs-edward-faaloloto-slated-for-ufc-on-versus-4.mma|title=Michael Johnson vs. Edward Faaloloto slated for UFC on Versus 4|publisher=mmajunkie.com|date=April 11, 2011|deadurl=yes|archiveurl=https://web.archive.org/web/20110811235313/http://mmajunkie.com/news/23197/michael-johnson-vs-edward-faaloloto-slated-for-ufc-on-versus-4.mma|archivedate=August 11, 2011|df=}}</ref> Faaloloto was defeated via TKO in round one.
Faaloloto made his UFC debut on June 26, 2011, at [[UFC Live: Kongo vs. Barry]] against [[The Ultimate Fighter 12|TUF 12]] runner-up, [[Michael Johnson (fighter)|Michael Johnson]].<ref>{{cite web|url=http://mmajunkie.com/news/23197/michael-johnson-vs-edward-faaloloto-slated-for-ufc-on-versus-4.mma|title=Michael Johnson vs. Edward Faaloloto slated for UFC on Versus 4|publisher=mmajunkie.com|date=April 11, 2011|url-status=dead|archiveurl=https://web.archive.org/web/20110811235313/http://mmajunkie.com/news/23197/michael-johnson-vs-edward-faaloloto-slated-for-ufc-on-versus-4.mma|archivedate=August 11, 2011}}</ref> Faaloloto was defeated via TKO in round one.


In his sophomore outing for the UFC, Faaloloto faced [[Terry Etim]] on November 5, 2011 at [[UFC 138]].<ref>{{cite news|url=http://mmajunkie.com/news/24512/terry-etim-returns-against-edward-faaloloto-at-ufc-138-in-england.mma|title= Terry Etim returns against Edward Faaloloto at UFC 138 in England |publisher=mmajunkie.com |accessdate=2011-07-21}}</ref> Faaloloto was defeated by Etim via guillotine choke 17 seconds into the first round.
In his sophomore outing for the UFC, Faaloloto faced [[Terry Etim]] on November 5, 2011, at [[UFC 138]].<ref>{{cite news|url=http://mmajunkie.com/news/24512/terry-etim-returns-against-edward-faaloloto-at-ufc-138-in-england.mma|title= Terry Etim returns against Edward Faaloloto at UFC 138 in England |publisher=mmajunkie.com |accessdate=2011-07-21}}</ref> Faaloloto was defeated by Etim via guillotine choke 17 seconds into the first round.


After going 0-3, Faaloloto was subsequently released from the promotion.
After going 0–3, Faaloloto was subsequently released from the promotion.


==Personal life==
==Personal life==
In high school, Faaloloto was shot in the hand while at a party. He was also stabbed in the arm fighting off two muggers on a different night.<ref name="Source1" /> Faaloloto has a daughter.<ref name="Source1" />
Faaloloto is of [[Samoans|Samoan]] and [[Italians|Italian]] descent.<ref>{{cite web |title=Edward Faaloloto turns life around via martial arts |url=https://www.guelphmercury.com/news-story/2693673-edward-faaloloto-turns-life-around-via-martial-arts-makes-it-to-wec-as-lightweight/ |publisher=Guelph Mercury Tribune |accessdate=23 March 2019 |date=7 November 2010}}</ref> In high school, Faaloloto was shot in the hand while at a party. He was also stabbed in the arm fighting off two muggers on a different night.<ref name="Source1" /> Faaloloto has a daughter.<ref name="Source1" /> Faaloloto earned a degree Kapi'Olani Community College in Hawaii, in order to pursue a career as an English teacher.


==Mixed martial arts record==
==Mixed martial arts record==
Line 86: Line 80:
|[[Kiichi Kunimoto]]
|[[Kiichi Kunimoto]]
|Submission (armbar)
|Submission (armbar)
| Heat - Heat 27
| HEAT: HEAT 27
| {{dts|2013|July|28}}
| {{dts|2013|July|28}}
|align=center|1
|align=center|1
|align=center|1:55
|align=center|1:55
|[[Kobe]], Japan
|[[Kobe]], Japan
|<small>[[Welterweight (MMA)|Welterweight]] bout.</small>
|
|-
|-
|{{no2}}Loss
|{{no2}}Loss
Line 97: Line 91:
|Yoshiaki Takashi
|Yoshiaki Takashi
|Decision (unanimous)
|Decision (unanimous)
| Pancrase - Progress Tour 12: All Eyes on Yuki Kondo
| Pancrase Progress Tour 12: All Eyes on Yuki Kondo
| {{dts|2012|November|10}}
| {{dts|2012|November|10}}
|align=center|3
|align=center|3
Line 135: Line 129:
|align=center|4:54
|align=center|4:54
|[[Las Vegas Valley|Las Vegas]], [[Nevada]], United States
|[[Las Vegas Valley|Las Vegas]], [[Nevada]], United States
|{{small|Lightweight Debut}}
|<small>[[Lightweight (MMA)|Lightweight]] debut.</small>
|-
|-
|{{yes2}}Win
|{{yes2}}Win
Line 159: Line 153:
|
|
{{end}}
{{end}}

==See also==

* [[List of male mixed martial artists]]


==References==
==References==
Line 169: Line 167:
{{DEFAULTSORT:Faaloloto, Edward}}
{{DEFAULTSORT:Faaloloto, Edward}}
[[Category:1985 births]]
[[Category:1985 births]]
[[Category:American male mixed martial artists|Eddie Faaloloto]]
[[Category:American male mixed martial artists|F]]
[[Category:Lightweight mixed martial artists]]
[[Category:Lightweight mixed martial artists]]
[[Category:Mixed martial artists utilizing kajukenbo]]
[[Category:Mixed martial artists utilizing Brazilian jiu-jitsu]]
[[Category:Living people]]
[[Category:Living people]]
[[Category:Mixed martial artists from Hawaii]]
[[Category:Mixed martial artists from Hawaii]]
[[Category:American kajukenbo practitioners]]
[[Category:American kajukenbo practitioners]]
[[Category:American practitioners of Brazilian jiu-jitsu]]
[[Category:Ultimate Fighting Championship male fighters]]

Latest revision as of 06:44, 23 November 2024

Edward Faaloloto
Born (1984-07-15) July 15, 1984 (age 40)
Honolulu, Hawaii, United States
Other namesFalo
Height5 ft 9 in (1.75 m)
Weight155 lb (70 kg; 11.1 st)
DivisionWelterweight
Lightweight
Reach70 in (180 cm)
Fighting out ofHonolulu, Hawaii, United States
TeamUltimate Fight School
RankBrown belt in Kajukembo
Blue belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
Years active2009-2013
Mixed martial arts record
Total7
Wins2
By submission1
By decision1
Losses5
By knockout2
By submission2
By decision1
Mixed martial arts record from Sherdog

Edward Faaloloto (born July 15, 1984) is an American former mixed martial artist. A professional from 2009 until 2013, he competed for the UFC, WEC, and Pancrase.

Early life

[edit]

Faaloloto was born in Honolulu, Hawaii, but moved to Long Beach, California as an infant.[1] There he was raised by his grandparents until the age of 10. Faaloloto believed his grandparents were his birth parents until his grandfather had a stroke and told Faaloloto about his real mother in Hawaii. Soon after, Faaloloto moved back to Hawaii and was reunited with his mother and half-siblings.[1] At 15, Faaloloto began training martial arts at a local Kajukembo dojo in Hawaii under Paul Padilla. Faaloloto did not start fighting until his time enlisted in the Navy after graduating high school, taking amateur bouts throughout San Diego. He spent five years in the service, originally, based out of San Diego, California working as a bosun's mate. He was then transferred to Hawaii to work as an admiral's bodyguard. He ended his time in the service in October 2008 to pursue a career in fighting.[1]

Mixed martial arts career

[edit]

Early career

[edit]

Faaloloto made his professional debut in 2009, fighting for Hawaii's X-1 MMA. He defeated Taylor Cochran via unanimous decision in a welterweight bout. Six months later Faaloloto again fought for X-1 MMA, defeating Justin Babbs via kimura only 49 seconds into round one.

World Extreme Cagefighting

[edit]

In 2010, Faaloloto signed with the World Extreme Cagefighting, also known as the WEC.

Faaloloto dropped down to the lightweight division to make his WEC debut against Anthony Njokuani at WEC 52 on November 11, 2010, in Las Vegas, Nevada.[2] Faaloloto was defeated via TKO nearing the end of round 2.

Ultimate Fighting Championship

[edit]

In October 2010, World Extreme Cagefighting merged with the Ultimate Fighting Championship. As part of the merger, all WEC fighters were transferred to the UFC.[3]

Faaloloto made his UFC debut on June 26, 2011, at UFC Live: Kongo vs. Barry against TUF 12 runner-up, Michael Johnson.[4] Faaloloto was defeated via TKO in round one.

In his sophomore outing for the UFC, Faaloloto faced Terry Etim on November 5, 2011, at UFC 138.[5] Faaloloto was defeated by Etim via guillotine choke 17 seconds into the first round.

After going 0–3, Faaloloto was subsequently released from the promotion.

Personal life

[edit]

Faaloloto is of Samoan and Italian descent.[6] In high school, Faaloloto was shot in the hand while at a party. He was also stabbed in the arm fighting off two muggers on a different night.[1] Faaloloto has a daughter.[1] Faaloloto earned a degree Kapi'Olani Community College in Hawaii, in order to pursue a career as an English teacher.

Mixed martial arts record

[edit]
Professional record breakdown
7 matches 2 wins 5 losses
By knockout 0 2
By submission 1 2
By decision 1 1
Res. Record Opponent Method Event Date Round Time Location Notes
Loss 2–5 Kiichi Kunimoto Submission (armbar) HEAT: HEAT 27 July 28, 2013 1 1:55 Kobe, Japan Welterweight bout.
Loss 2–4 Yoshiaki Takashi Decision (unanimous) Pancrase Progress Tour 12: All Eyes on Yuki Kondo November 10, 2012 3 5:00 Tokyo, Japan
Loss 2–3 Terry Etim Submission (guillotine choke) UFC 138 November 5, 2011 1 0:17 Birmingham, England
Loss 2–2 Michael Johnson TKO (punches) UFC Live: Kongo vs. Barry June 26, 2011 1 4:42 Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States
Loss 2–1 Anthony Njokuani TKO (elbow) WEC 52 November 11, 2010 2 4:54 Las Vegas, Nevada, United States Lightweight debut.
Win 2–0 Justin Babbs Submission (kimura) X-1: Showdown in Waipahu 2 May 15, 2010 1 0:49 Honolulu, Hawaii, United States
Win 1–0 Taylor Cochran Decision (unanimous) X-1: Scuffle on Schofield 2 November 7, 2009 3 3:00 Honolulu, Hawaii, United States

See also

[edit]

References

[edit]
  1. ^ a b c d e "Edward Faaloloto turns life around via martial arts, makes it to WEC as lightweight". Guelph Mercury Tribune. 7 November 2010. Retrieved July 21, 2011.
  2. ^ "Njokuani vs. Faaloloto, Jabouin vs. Visher slated for WEC 52 prelims". The Canadian Press. Archived from the original on November 3, 2011. Retrieved July 21, 2011.
  3. ^ "UFC and WEC set to merge in 2011; events to air on Versus and Spike TV". mmajunkie.com. October 28, 2010. Archived from the original on 2010-10-31.
  4. ^ "Michael Johnson vs. Edward Faaloloto slated for UFC on Versus 4". mmajunkie.com. April 11, 2011. Archived from the original on August 11, 2011.
  5. ^ "Terry Etim returns against Edward Faaloloto at UFC 138 in England". mmajunkie.com. Retrieved 2011-07-21.
  6. ^ "Edward Faaloloto turns life around via martial arts". Guelph Mercury Tribune. 7 November 2010. Retrieved 23 March 2019.
[edit]
Retrieved from "https://en.wikipedia.org/enwiki/w/index.php?title=Edward_Faaloloto&oldid=1259079765"