Brent Weedman

Brent Weedman (born February 10, 1984) is an American retired mixed martial artist who has competed in Bellator's Welterweight division.

In addition to full-contact karate, Weedman began competitive judo when he was eight years old and also played football and soccer.

Weedman later racked up two successive victories in the promotion before meeting future UFC veteran Gray Maynard.

[4] Amongst his next fights were losses to Dan Hornbuckle via triangle choke and Anthony Lapsley via TKO due to a cut over his right eye.

[12] With the win, Weedman officially qualified for the Bellator Season Four Welterweight tournament, alongside the likes of Jim Wallhead, Rick Hawn and Dan Hornbuckle.

However, due to the facial laceration he received during the fight, Weedman has been suspended 60 days, putting his position in the tournament in doubt.

[14] In his next fight Weedman fought Jay Hieron for a spot in the finals at Bellator 40 and lost a controversial unanimous decision (29–28, 29–28, 29–28).

He fought Chris Lozano in the opening round held at Bellator 49 and lost the fight via unanimous decision.

He faced Justin Baesman in the quarterfinal opening round at Bellator 100 and won via first-round submission.

[15] Weedman approached the James Randi Educational Foundation (JREF) expressing interest in representing the organization.

He cites James Randi, Carl Sagan, Neil DeGrasse Tyson, and Phil Plait as inspirations.