Chael Sonnen aka ‘The American Gangster’ has a rich Wrestling background in all aspects: high school, Collegiate, Greco Roman and freestyle wrestling.
In high school in Oregon, Sonnen was a state runner-up. At University of Oregon, he was an All-American and a two-time PAC-10 runner-up. He also transitioned to Greco Roman wrestling, where he was a silver medalist at the 2000 Greco-Roman World University Championships. He also won the Dave Schultz Memorial International Greco-Roman twice.
Here is a great highlight of Wrestling career, followed by his best takedowns in MMA:
and in MMA:
Sloth Jiu-Jitsu: you can be slow and unathletic and still kick butt in Jiu-Jitsu.
Welcome to SLOTH Jiu-jitsu – the ultimate programme for conserving energy, utilising body weight and taking your time! An especially effective strategy for older or less athletic competitors, but suitable and highly recommended for all jiu-jitsu practitioners. 12 chapters taught in person by 3rd Degree BJJ Black Belt Gile Huni.
