Former Two-Time TUF Veteran Will Corner Son In His UFC Debut

Bantamweight prospect Elijah Smith is looking to follow in his father’s footsteps in the UFC. It starts this weekend in Las Vegas at the Apex facility.

Upcoming Debut In Las Vegas is Family Affair For Elijah Smith

After a spectacular run on the regional circuit, which included winning the Colorado Combat Club Bantamweight Championship, Elijah Smith (7-1 MMA, 0-0 UFC) will step into the Octagon this Saturday at UFC Vegas 102. Earning a UFC contract last September on Dana White’s Contender Series with a unanimous decision victory over Aaron Tau, Smith now finds himself in a new and highly-competitive territory.

However, he will not be making his company debut without the proper guidance, as his…