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Ryan McGilivray

TRAINING: Striking, grappling, and conditioning

When and why did you start training for fighting? When I was 18, I recovered from a broken back and didn't want to play recreational sports. I fell in love with fighting as a new way to compete at the highest level.

What ranks and titles have you held? None

Do you have any heroes? My father and Grandfather

What does it mean for you to fight in the UFC? It is my dream! If my fighting was Mount Everest, I feel as though I have reached or come very close to reaching the summit.

Did you go to college and if so what degree did you earn? No

What was your job before you started fighting? I delivered furniture

Ranks in any martial arts styles: Blue belt BJJ

Favorite grappling technique: Gator roll

Favorite Striking technique: Left hook