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Author Richard Wilcoxon

Richard Wilcoxon

Richard Wilcoxon

Staff Writer

An East Coast native, Richard Wilcoxon grew up a die hard fan of traditional team sports. In the early 1990's, he stumbled onto the sport of MMA and has been hooked ever since. He started writing about the sport on his Sporting News member blog in 2005 where he worked to spread his passion for the sport. He eventually became an official staff writer for Sporting News' "The Rumble" MMA/boxing blog before joining The MMA Corner.

The Octagon (Esther Lin/MMA Fighting)

MMA Fan Quirks: The Good, the Bad and the Ugly

Richard Wilcoxon
June 6, 2014
Spotlight
Silly traditions and annoying chants. Every sport has them. What would an NFL game be like without the wave? Or a baseball game without some casting the voodoo fingers at a batter? These traditions can get...
Jon Jones (Dave Mandel/Sherdog)

Without Compromise: Does the UFC Have Integrity?

Richard Wilcoxon
June 5, 2014
Spotlight
When I was young, my mother told me about integrity. She stressed that it was an important characteristic. She explained integrity as doing the right thing even when it is hard. Of course, that is an...
Ronda Rousey (Esther Lin/MMA Fighting)

The Strange Handling of Ronda Rousey vs. Cristiane ‘Cyborg’ Justino

Richard Wilcoxon
June 3, 2014
Spotlight
Ronda Rousey is the most famous female combat sports performer in the world today. Her looks and skill had the UFC drooling. The promotion created an entire division for the sole purpose of showcasing Rousey....
Nelson (standing) (Esther Lin/MMA Fighting)

The MMA Corner Round Table: UFC Fight Night 39

Richard Wilcoxon
April 8, 2014
Events, Previews, Spotlight
The term “legend” is used a little too often in such a young sport. MMA hasn’t even been around for a quarter of a century yet, and it seems like every card has someone fans or media are calling a...
Ronda Rousey applies an armbar (Esther Lin/MMA Fighting)

The MMA Corner’s 2013 Mixed Martial Arts Awards

Richard Wilcoxon
January 4, 2014
Spotlight
As 2013 comes to an end, it is a good time to look at the year that was in MMA. Who emerged this year? Who was the best fighter, trainer or camp? What news headline stood out? The staff at The MMA Corner got...
Robbie Lawler (L) connects with a head kick (Esther Lin/MMA Fighting)

2013 Awards: Comeback Fighter of the Year – Robbie Lawler

Richard Wilcoxon
January 4, 2014
Spotlight
Often times it is difficult to determine a winner for awards like these. You have to consider the qualifications of several fighters and often there is a difference of opinion.  However, that was not the case...
B.J. Penn (Dave Mandel/Sherdog)

UFC 20th Anniversary: Fighters Who Never Lived Up to Their Potential

Richard Wilcoxon
October 30, 2013
News
The UFC’s 20th anniversary is quickly approaching. This has been a time for fans to reminisce. A time for fans to remember the beginning of our sport, to recall how close the sport came to dying under...
Cain Velasquez (L) battles Junior dos Santos (Esther Lin/MMA Fighting)

UFC 166: When is an Amazing Card a Nightmare for the UFC?

Richard Wilcoxon
October 23, 2013
News
While the UFC is still basking in the glow of what many are calling the best event in years, did the UFC have one of its worst fears realized? UFC 166 is being praised by many fans as one of the best events...
Jon Jones (Esther Lin/MMA Fighting

The MMA Corner Round Table: UFC 159

Richard Wilcoxon
April 24, 2013
Events, Previews
After back-to-back amazingly entertaining events on free television, the UFC returns to its pay-per-view format with UFC 159. The event is highlighted by light heavyweight champion and pound-for-pound great...
Gegard Mousasi (top) (Jerry Chavez/The MMA Corner)

The MMA Corner Round Table: UFC on Fuel TV 9

Richard Wilcoxon
April 4, 2013
Events, Previews
Well, it’s official. The UFC has put together the most lackluster and least significant card in its history. There are no title implications in any of the fights, and there’s a lack of big names and...
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