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Vallie-Flagg faced Elias Silverio on January 15, 2014 at [[UFC Fight Night 35]].<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.fightline.com/ufc-fight-night-35-isaac-vallie-flagg-face-elias-silverio/|title=Isaac Vallie-Flagg To Face Elias Silverio|publisher=fightline.com|date=2013-12-07|accessdate=2013-12-07|author=Dana Becker}}</ref> He lost the fight via unanimous decision. |
Vallie-Flagg faced Elias Silverio on January 15, 2014 at [[UFC Fight Night 35]].<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.fightline.com/ufc-fight-night-35-isaac-vallie-flagg-face-elias-silverio/|title=Isaac Vallie-Flagg To Face Elias Silverio|publisher=fightline.com|date=2013-12-07|accessdate=2013-12-07|author=Dana Becker}}</ref> He lost the fight via unanimous decision. |
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Vallie-Flagg was briefly linked to a bout with [[Danny Castillo]] on April 26, 2014 at [[UFC 172]].<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.mmafighting.com/2014/2/20/5430650/ufc-172-fight-card-danny-castillo-vs-isaac-vallie-flagg|title=Danny Castillo vs. Isaac Vallie-Flagg slated for UFC 172 in Baltimore|work=MMAfighting.com|author=Shaun Al-Shatti|date=February 20, 2014 |accessdate=February 20, 2014}}</ref> However, the UFC removed Vallie-Flagg from the bout in favor of a match up with [[Takanori Gomi]], while Castillo |
Vallie-Flagg was briefly linked to a bout with [[Danny Castillo]] on April 26, 2014 at [[UFC 172]].<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.mmafighting.com/2014/2/20/5430650/ufc-172-fight-card-danny-castillo-vs-isaac-vallie-flagg|title=Danny Castillo vs. Isaac Vallie-Flagg slated for UFC 172 in Baltimore|work=MMAfighting.com|author=Shaun Al-Shatti|date=February 20, 2014 |accessdate=February 20, 2014}}</ref> However, the UFC removed Vallie-Flagg from the bout in favor of a match up with [[Takanori Gomi]], while Castillo will remain on the card against [[Charlie Brenneman]].<ref>{{cite web|url=http://mmajunkie.com/2014/03/takanori-gomi-replaces-danny-castillo-meets-isaac-vallie-flagg-at-ufc-172/|title=Takanori Gomi replaces Danny Castillo, meets Isaac Vallie-Flagg at UFC 172|work=MMAjunkie.com|author=Staff|date=March 4, 2014 |accessdate=March 4, 2014}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=http://mmajunkie.com/2014/03/danny-castillo-rebooked-against-charlie-brenneman-at-ufc-172|title=Danny Castillo rebooked against Charlie Brenneman at UFC 172|work=MMAjunkie.com|author=Staff|date=March 5, 2014 |accessdate=March 27, 2014}}</ref> |
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==Mixed martial arts record== |
==Mixed martial arts record== |
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Revision as of 23:25, 27 March 2014
| Isaac Vallie-Flagg | |
|---|---|
| Born | April 8, 1978 Ypsilanti, Michigan |
| Nationality | American |
| Height | 5 ft 8 in (1.73 m) |
| Weight | 156 lb (71 kg; 11 st 2 lb) |
| Division | Lightweight (155 Ib) Welterweight (170 lb) |
| Reach | 70 in (178 cm) |
| Team | Jackson's Submission Fighting |
| Years active | 2003 - present |
| Mixed martial arts record | |
| Total | 19 |
| Wins | 14 |
| By knockout | 5 |
| By submission | 3 |
| By decision | 6 |
| Losses | 4 |
| By submission | 3 |
| By decision | 1 |
| Draws | 1 |
| Other information | |
| Mixed martial arts record from Sherdog | |
Isaac Vallie-Flagg (born April 8, 1978) is an American mixed martial artist currently competing in the Lightweight division of the Ultimate Fighting Championship. He has also competed in Strikeforce and King of the Cage. He held a 2-0 record in Strikeforce before the organization was folded and all fighters were transferred to the UFC. He currently train with Jackson's Submission Fighting.
Background
Vallie-Flagg is from Ann Arbor, Michigan and attended Community High School. He was troubled growing up, and did not play a lot of sports apart from dabbling with lacrosse. He began training in mixed martial arts after seeing a UFC event and began practicing jiu-jitsu.
Mixed martial arts career
Strikeforce
Vallie-Flagg made his Strikeforce debut against Brian Melancon at Strikeforce: Overeem vs. Werdum winning the bout via split decision.[1]
Vallie-Flagg was scheduled to face Bobby Green at Strikeforce Challengers: Britt vs. Sayers, but he pulled out of the bout on November 11, 2011.[2]
Vallie-Flagg next faced Gesias Cavalcante at Strikeforce: Barnett vs. Cormier.[3] He won the fight via split decision.
Vallie-Flagg was scheduled to face Adriano Martins at Strikeforce: Melendez vs. Healy.[4] However on September 23, 2012 it was announced that the event was cancelled due to an injury to headliner Gilbert Melendez.[5]
Ultimate Fighting Championship
Following the dissolution of Strikeforce, Vallie-Flagg was brought over to the UFC. In his debut, he faced Yves Edwards on February 2, 2013 at UFC 156.[6] He won the fight split decision.
Vallie-Flagg was expected to face Sam Stout on June 15, 2013 at UFC 161.[7] However, Vallie-Flagg was forced out with a back injury and was replaced by James Krause.[8]
Vallie-Flagg faced Elias Silverio on January 15, 2014 at UFC Fight Night 35.[9] He lost the fight via unanimous decision.
Vallie-Flagg was briefly linked to a bout with Danny Castillo on April 26, 2014 at UFC 172.[10] However, the UFC removed Vallie-Flagg from the bout in favor of a match up with Takanori Gomi, while Castillo will remain on the card against Charlie Brenneman.[11][12]
Mixed martial arts record
| 19 matches | 14 wins | 4 losses |
| By knockout | 5 | 0 |
| By submission | 3 | 3 |
| By decision | 6 | 1 |
| Draws | 1 | |
| Res. | Record | Opponent | Method | Event | Date | Round | Time | Location | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loss | 14–4–1 | Elias Silverio | Decision (unanimous) | UFC Fight Night: Rockhold vs. Philippou | January 15, 2014 | 3 | 5:00 | Duluth, Georgia, United States | |
| Win | 14–3–1 | Yves Edwards | Decision (split) | UFC 156 | February 2, 2013 | 3 | 5:00 | Las Vegas, Nevada, United States | |
| Win | 13–3–1 | Gesias Cavalcante | Decision (split) | Strikeforce: Barnett vs. Cormier | May 19, 2012 | 3 | 5:00 | San Jose, California, United States | Drops to Lightweight |
| Win | 12–3–1 | Brian Melancon | Decision (split) | Strikeforce: Overeem vs. Werdum | June 18, 2011 | 3 | 5:00 | Dallas, Texas, United States | Catchweight (175 lb) bout |
| Win | 11–3–1 | Danny Rodriguez | TKO (knee to the body and punches) | Jackson's MMA Series 4 | April 9, 2011 | 2 | 3:28 | Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States | |
| Win | 10–3–1 | Alejandro Villalobos | KO (punches) | Nemesis Fighting: MMA Global Invasion | December 11, 2010 | 3 | N/A | Punta Cana, Dominican Republic | |
| Draw | 9–3–1 | Ken Jackson | Draw | C3 Fights - Slammin Jammin Weekend 5 | August 7, 2010 | 3 | 5:00 | Newkirk, Oklahoma, United States | |
| Win | 9–3 | Robert Simmons | TKO (punches) | KOTC - Native Warriors | March 6, 2010 | 1 | 2:48 | Santa Fe, New Mexico, United States | |
| Win | 8–3 | Mike Barreras | Decision (unanimous) | DCMMAS - Duke City MMA Series 2 | July 25, 2009 | 3 | 5:00 | Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States | |
| Win | 7–3 | Anselmo Martinez | Decision (unanimous) | Gods of War | January 24, 2009 | 3 | 5:00 | Las Cruces, New Mexico, United States | |
| Win | 6–3 | Adrian Gutierrez | TKO (punches) | SCA - Duke City Bike and Brawl 2 | August 23, 2008 | 2 | N/A | Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States | |
| Win | 5–3 | Brad Nordquist | TKO (punches) | KOTC - Badlands | July 12, 2008 | 2 | 0:50 | Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States | |
| Win | 4–3 | Abel Vargas | Submission (rear-naked choke) | KOTC - Hierarchy | October 13, 2007 | 1 | 2:01 | Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States | |
| Loss | 3–3 | Rudy Bears | Submission (rear-naked choke) | FW 15 - Rumble at Rt. 66 Casino | July 28, 2007 | 1 | 4:00 | Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States | |
| Win | 3–2 | Ashton Castro | Submission (punches) | YTYT - Ground Um and Pound Um | April 21, 2007 | 1 | 4:15 | Kona, Hawaii, United States | |
| Loss | 2–2 | Patrick Reeves | Submission (armbar) | Knuckle Up Productions - Fight Night | August 4, 2006 | 1 | 1:07 | Santa Fe, New Mexico, United States | |
| Win | 2–1 | Eric Regan | Submission (rear-naked choke) | Knuckle Up Productions - Slugfest | May 19, 2006 | 1 | 1:23 | Espanola, New Mexico, United States | |
| Win | 1–1 | Danny Wren | Decision (unanimous) | KOTC 35 - Acoma | February 28, 2004 | 2 | 5:00 | Acoma, New Mexico, United States | |
| Loss | 0–1 | Ben Schilsler | Submission (armbar) | KOTC 26 - Gladiator Challenge | August 3, 2003 | 1 | 0:29 | Acoma, New Mexico, United States |
References
- ^ "Strikeforce: JZ-Wilcox no contest, Heun, Burrell, Vallie-Flag, Moore earn wins". Retrieved 14 July 2011.
- ^ "Isaac Vallie-Flagg out at Strikeforce Challengers 20, promotion seeking lightweight". mmajunkie.com. Retrieved 14 November 2011.
- ^ "Strikeforce Update: JZ Cavalcante Matched Against Isaac Vallie-Flagg for May 19 Card in San Jose". sherdog.com. Retrieved 5 April 2012.
- ^ "Isaac Vallie-Flagg Faces Adriano Martins at Strikeforce 'Melendez vs. Healy' in Sacramento". sherdog.com. Retrieved 10
August 2012.
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- ^ "Yves Edwards vs. Isaac Vallie-Flagg added to February's UFC 156 fight card". mmajunkie.com. January 7, 2013.
- ^ Jeff Cain (March 6, 2013). "Sam Stout vs. Isaac Vallie-Flagg Added to UFC 161 Fight Card". MMAweekly.com. Retrieved March 7, 2013.
- ^ Staff (2013-05-29). "James Krause replaces Isaac Vallie-Flagg, meets Sam Stout at UFC 161". mmajunkie.com. Retrieved 2013-05-29.
- ^ Dana Becker (2013-12-07). "Isaac Vallie-Flagg To Face Elias Silverio". fightline.com. Retrieved 2013-12-07.
- ^ Shaun Al-Shatti (February 20, 2014). "Danny Castillo vs. Isaac Vallie-Flagg slated for UFC 172 in Baltimore". MMAfighting.com. Retrieved February 20, 2014.
- ^ Staff (March 4, 2014). "Takanori Gomi replaces Danny Castillo, meets Isaac Vallie-Flagg at UFC 172". MMAjunkie.com. Retrieved March 4, 2014.
- ^ Staff (March 5, 2014). "Danny Castillo rebooked against Charlie Brenneman at UFC 172". MMAjunkie.com. Retrieved March 27, 2014.