Curran JacobsJacobs, 28, is affiliated with Murcielago MMA, one of the top MMA programs in Michigan, which is headed up by Joaquin Rodriguez, Rashad Evans' first MMA coach.
"I teach Catch Wrestling in the gym," Jacobs told InterMat. "I've been working a lot on my feet since I could hang with the best fighters in the world on the ground."
Jacobs specifically cited his boxing coach, Leroy Ortega, for helping in his MMA development.
"He makes you break," said the former Spartan mat star. "Doesn't matter if you're in shape to fight for an hour straight. He'll push you and make you question how bad you really want it.
"He strengthens your mental toughness and I believe that's always the key to victory. He's a big reason why I feel I'll get the knockout on the 29th."
In addition to Jacobs-Hawkins, KOP 55 will feature both amateur and professional MMA matches. At the top of the card: Cody Stamann (13-1) vs Zac Church (8-4) in the 145-pound pro main event.
For more information, including other match-ups and ticket prices, visit the DeltaPlex website for KOP 55.
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