The Pit (mixed martial arts)

The Pit
Est.1986
Founded byJohn Hackleman
Primary ownersJohn Hackleman
Primary trainersJohn Hackleman
Rick Metzler
Chuck Liddell
Luke Riddering
Joe Lynch
Glover Teixeira
Justin Lucas
Eric Umali
Castle Williams
Past titleholdersChuck Liddell Glover Teixeria
Prominent fightersChuck Liddell (UFC)
Glover Teixeira (UFC)
Court McGee (UFC)
Ramsey Nijem (UFC)
Antonio Banuelos (DREAM)
Scott Lighty (Strikeforce)
Training facilitiesArroyo Grande, California
Henderson, Nevada
Malibu, California
Atascadero, California
Camarillo, California
WebsiteThe Pit Headquarters

The Pit is a professional mixed martial arts association and training camp operating in Arroyo Grande, California; with a branch in Henderson, Nevada, and affiliate schools throughout the United States. Founded in 1986 by John Hackleman, The Pit fighters have competed in various promotions such as the UFC, WEC and DREAM. The Pit became world famous when Pit black belt Chuck Liddell became the UFC light-heavyweight champion.

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