Meet Jessamyn Duke

Name Jessamyn Duke

Nickname The Gun

Age 24

Weight Class 145

Current Official Record 2-1-0

What got you interested in MMA

I started training in Muay Thai for fun and quickly became obsessed with the sport. Shortly after I started training in grappling and MMA. My competitive spirit has driven me to become the best at the sport.

What is your Favorite Fighting Style

I pride myself on being a well-rounded fighter. I train to be able to fight at any range and with any discipline.

What are your goals in this sport

To become the best 145lbs female fighter in the world.

Who is your favorite Fighter

Cris "Cyborg" Santos and Lucia Rijker

Who was your Childhood Idol

n/a

Where do you currently train

With Scott Elliott at Analytical Fighting Systems Academy of Martial Arts and Fitness (AFS Academy/Team AFS

What do you do when your not fighting or training

I love to relax and watch lots of fight videos, instructional videos, and read lots of books about fighting, MMA, Muay Thai, wrestling, etc.

Whats your favorite Music

Hard rock and heavy metal. Music to punch things too ;)

Favorite Quote

The will to win means nothing without the will to prepare.

Who inspires you

My coach, Scott Elliott, my mom, and my sister.

Fighting career highlight

Winning the AAMMA amateur female championship belt.

Why did you decide to sign as a exclusive fighter for Absolute Action MMA

Because I believe in the organization and want to be apart of all of the things they have going on. They have the fighters best interests at heart and want to help build the sport up. They are also one of the biggest supporters of women's MMA out there today. This organization is going places!

Anyone you want to give a shout out to or any statements you would like to make

Check out my coach, Scott Elliott, and our gym at www.afsacademy.com