Kayla Harrison Biography and Wiki
Kayla Harrison is an American professional judoka and mixed martial artist who is presently contracted to the Professional Fighters League(FPL). In judo, she fought in the 78 kg weight division, and also in mixed martial arts, she fights in the lightweight division.
She earned gold medals in the 2010 World Judo Championships, the 2012 and 2016 Olympic Games, and the 2011 and 2015 Pan American Games.
Kayla Harrison Age
Harrison is 31 years old as of 2021, she was born on July 2, 1990, in Middletown, Ohio, USA.
Kayla Harrison Birthday
Harrison celebrates her birthday on the 2nd of July every year.
Kayla Harrison Height and Weight
Harrison stands at an average height of 5 feet 8 inches with a moderate weight of 70Kg.
Kayla Harrison Family and Parents
Harrison was introduced to judo sports at the age of six by her mother who was a black belt. By the age of 15, she had won two national championships under the tutelage of coach Daniel Doyle. Doyle, on the other hand, was abusing Harrison at the time, which was reported to another judoka, who then informed Harrison’s mother.
She went to the police and told them about it. Doyle was found guilty and sentenced to ten years in jail. She moved from Ohio to Boston a month after the abuse was revealed to train with Jimmy Pedro and his father.
Kayla Harrison Education
Harrison graduated from Middletown High School in Middletown, Ohio.
Kayla Harrison Husband and Married
Harrison is not yet married. She is in a relationship with a fellow American Top Team fighter and a former UFC fighter Anthony Martin. The two have been dating since 2019.
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Facts About Kayla
- Age: 31 years
- Birthday: July 2
- Height: 5 feet 8 inches
- Boyfriend: Anthony Martin
- Net Worth: $3 million
Kayla Harrison Wikipedia
Harrison began her career at the age of six after being introduced by her mother. She appeared as a guest on the television show Impractical Jokers in episode 24 of season 6 and episode 4 of season 7. She also featured alongside her grandmother on an episode of Flea Market Flip.
In 2008, she switched weight classes from the 63 kg division to the 78 kg division. She was unable to compete in the 2008 Summer Olympics due to the United States’ lack of qualification in that division. That year, she won the Junior World Championship and finished second the following year, making her the first American to compete in two Junior World Championship finals.
In 2010, she became the first American to win gold in the 78 kg division at the World Judo Championships since 1999. (when her coach, Jimmy Pedro, did so in Birmingham, United Kingdom). She finished third in the 2011 World Judo Championships in Paris, earning the bronze medal.
In her semi-final, Harrison had lost to the eventual winner, Audrey Tcheuméo of France. On May 9, 2019, Harrison was set to face Svetlana Khautova in the inaugural event of the PFL’s second season. Khautova, however, pulled out of the fight and was replaced by Larissa Pacheco.
Harrison was declared the winner by a unanimous decision. On July 11, 2019, Harrison faced Morgan Frier in the co-main event of PFL 4. In the first round, she won the fight by key lock submission. Harrison then agreed to a new long-term contract deal with the PFL.
Kayla Harrison Net Worth
Harrison has an estimated net worth of $3 million as of 2021.
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Who is Kayla Harrison?
Kayla Harrison is an American professional judoka and mixed martial artist from the United States who is presently contracted to the Professional Fighters League(FPL). In judo, she fought in the 78 kg weight division, and also in mixed martial arts, she fights in the lightweight division. She earned gold medals in the 2010 World Judo Championships, the 2012 and 2016 Olympic Games, and the 2011 and 2015 Pan American Games.
How old is Kayla Harrison?
Harrison is 31 years old as of 2021, she was born on July 2, 1990, in Middletown, Ohio, USA.
Is Kayla Harrison married?
Harrison has not disclosed any information on her marital status and relationships. It is not known whether she is married or in a relationship right now. Her husband and spouse will soon be updated.
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