On the Edge of Stardom; Getting to Know Justin DeMoney

By Randy Thomas

Over the past several months, Midwest fight fans have been hearing the buzz surrounding the Oskaloosa-based fighter, Justin DeMoney. On March 13, at MCC 25: “Inferno”, DeMoney will look to take the next step towards his dream of making it to the UFC when he steps in the cage with 5-time UFC veteran, Kevin “The Fire” Burns.

With an 12-1 professional mixed martial arts career (23-2-3 overall record), DeMoney knows how to win fights. His biggest career victory to date, came just a few months ago when he defeated UFC veteran and professional boxer, Jesse “Iron Jaw” Sanders with punches in the second round. DeMoney, who boxed for eight years, and wrestled for four years has been putting his skills to the test, racking up three championship titles and only going the distance in two of his professional fights.

“I am predominantly a stand up fighter,” stated DeMoney. “Most of my wins have come by knock out or technical knock out, but if the fight goes to the ground I can submit people too. I’m not worried about that.”

Facing Kevin “The Fire” Burns will surely be DeMoney’s biggest test to date as Burns has recently faced some of the toughest competition in the world. However, the Oskaloosa welterweight is ready for the challenge.

“I’ve beaten UFC vets before. I’ve beaten guys ready to go into the UFC. I know what I have to do and I’m prepared to go in and do it on March 13.”

Tickets for MCC 25: “Inferno” are available on-line at www.MidwestCageChampionship.com, by phone at 515-229-8566, or at all Dahl’s ticket outlets. MCC 25 will take place at Hy Vee Hall in downtown Des Moines, Iowa on Saturday, March 13, 2010. For more information about the upcoming event log on to the web site.