Ron Waterman
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| Ron "H2OMan" Waterman | |
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| Ring name(s) | Ron Waterman |
| Billed height | 6 ft 2 in |
| Billed weight | 280 lbs |
| Born | November 23, 1965 |
| Resides | Greeley, Colorado |
| Trained by | Ohio Valley Wrestling |
Ron Waterman (born November 23, 1965), also known as Ron "H2OMan" Waterman, is an American mixed martial artist (MMA), professional wrestler and celebrity member of the Team Impact motivational group.
He holds notable victories over Ricco Rodriguez and Kevin Randleman.
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[edit] Career
Waterman began his career as a high school art teacher and wrestling coach eventually entering the professional MMA arena and becoming a respected veteran fighter of the UFC.
Later, Ron moved on to the pro wrestling scene via Ohio Valley Wrestling where he honed his skills during a developmental deal with World Wrestling Entertainment. Waterman went on to tour with the WWE doing house and dark matches across the country. Waterman continues to wrestle in Japan, while simultaneously maintaining a successful career in the MMA circuit and making regular appearances with Team Impact. He also appeared on CZW shows as a part of team Softcare Connection in Ty Street gimmick.
Waterman is coming off two back to back losses in MMA competition. Former UFC HW champion Ricco Rodriguez beat him by TKO (doctor's stoppage) at the WFA: King of the streets show,and ADCC champion Roger Gracie of the legendary Gracie family making his MMA debut handed Ron his first ever submission loss (by armbar) at the BodogFight U.S. vs Russia pay-per-view show.
Mirko Cro Cop has stated that Ron Waterman has been the strongest opponent he has ever faced. Ron Waterman has recently won his last fight against Mario "Big Hurt" Rinaldi at "Art OF War 3" on September 4th 2007. Waterman Won via TKO in the first round. On January 26th Waterman faced Analu Brash at X-1 event and won by submission.
[edit] Personal life
Waterman makes his home in Greeley, CO, with his sons Justin (18) and Austin (13). He is a born again Christian, and successful real estate agent.
[edit] Mixed martial arts record
| Professional record breakdown | ||
| 22 matches | 15 wins | 5 losses |
| By knockout | 6 | 3 |
| By submission | 7 | 1 |
| By decision | 2 | 1 |
| Draws | 2 | |
| Result | Record | Opponent | Method | Event | Date | Round | Time | Location |
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| Win | 15-5-2 | Analu Brash | Submission (Keylock) | X-1 Events - Champions | 26 January 2008 | 2 | 2:10 |  Hawaii, United States |
| Win | 14-5-2 | Mario Rinaldi |
TKO (Punches) | AOW - Art of War 3 | 1 September 2007 | 1 | 4:39 | Texas, United States |
| Loss | 13-5-2 |  Roger Gracie |
Submission (Armbar) | Bodog Fight - USA vs Russia | 2 December 2006 | 1 | 3:38 |  British Columbia, Canada |
| Loss | 13-4-2 | Ricco Rodriguez |
TKO (Doctor Stoppage) | WFA - King of the Streets | 22 July 2006 | 1 | 5:00 | Great Western Forum, Los Angeles, CA |
| Win | 13-3-2 | Ricco Rodriguez |
Decision (Unanimous) | WEC 16 - Clash of the Titans 2 | 18 August 2005 | 3 | 5:00 | California, United States |
| Loss | 12-3-2 |  Tsuyoshi Kohsaka |
Decision (Unanimous) | Pancrase - Brave 10 | 7 November 2004 | 3 | 5:00 | Tokyo, Japan |
| Win | 12-2-2 | Kevin Randleman |
Submission (Keylock) | PRIDE - Final Conflict 2004 | 15 August 2004 | 1 | 7:44 | Saitama, Japan |
| Win | 11-2-2 | Keigo Takamori |
Submission (Keylock) | Pancrase - Brave 5 | 28 May 2004 | 1 | 1:36 | Tokyo, Japan |
| Loss | 10-2-2 |  Mirko Filipovic |
TKO (Strikes) | PRIDE 27 - Inferno | 1 February 2004 | 1 | 1:37 | Osaka, Japan |
| Draw | 10-1-2 | Jimmy Ambriz |
Draw | Pancrase - Hybrid 10 | 30 November 2003 | 3 | 5:00 | Tokyo, Japan |
| Win | 10-1-1 | Jun Ishii |
Submission (Neck Crank) | Pancrase - Hybrid 9 | 31 October 2003 | 1 | 1:02 | Tokyo, Japan |
| Win | 9-1-1 | Jerry Vrbanovic |
Submission (Shoulder Lock) | IFC - Global Domination | 6 September 2003 | 3 | Colorado, United States |
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| Win | 8-1-1 | James Nevarez |
TKO (Punches) | WEC 7 - This Time It's Personal | 9 August 2003 | 3 | 2:31 | California, United States |
| Win | 7-1-1 |  Valentijn Overeem |
Submission (Keylock) | PRIDE 24 - Cold Fury 3 | 23 December 2002 | 1 | 2:18 | Japan |
| Win | 6-1-1 | Kengo Watanabe |
Verbal Submission (Keylock) | Pancrase - 2002 Anniversary Show | 29 September 2002 | 1 | 2:33 | Yokohama, Japan |
| Win | 5-1-1 | Satoshi Honma |
Decision (Unanimous) | UFC 25 - Ultimate Japan 3 | 14 April 2000 | 3 | 5:00 | Yoyogi Gym |
| Draw | 4-1-1 | Tim Lajcik |
Draw | UFC 22 - There Can Be Only One Champion | 24 September 1999 | 3 | 5:00 | Louisiana, United States |
| Loss | 4-1 | Andre Roberts |
KO | UFC 21 - Return of the Champions | 16 July 1999 | 1 | 2:51 | Iowa, United States |
| Win | 4-0 | Chris Condo | TKO | UFC 20 - Battle for the Gold | 7 May 1999 | 1 | 0:28 | Alabama, United States |
| Win | 3-0 | Joshua Jenkins | TKO | BRI 1 - Bas Rutten Invitational 1 | 6 February 1999 | 1 | 1:14 | USA |
| Win | 2-0 | Daniel James | TKO | BRI 1 - Bas Rutten Invitational 1 | 6 February 1999 | 1 | 0:20 | USA |
| Win | 1-0 | Matt Asher | TKO | BRI 1 - Bas Rutten Invitational 1 | 6 February 1999 | 1 | 0:28 | USA |
[edit] External links
- Official Site
- Team Impact page
- Ron Waterman at the Internet Movie Database
- Professional MMA record for Ron Waterman from Sherdog
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