Matt Grice (born July 29, 1981) is an American retired mixed martial artist.
[2][3] At Harrah High school, Grice was a 4-time Oklahoma State Wrestling Champion, winning Outstanding Wrestler 3 times, a feat which has never been accomplished by any other competitor.
Grice started his professional career in 2005, winning nine straight fights between 2005 and 2007 before getting a call to compete in the UFC.
After his win over Black, Grice took two years to attend and graduate from the Oklahoma City Police Department Academy where he is currently an officer.
[7][8] Grice next faced Leonard Garcia on June 8, 2012 at UFC on FX 3, who he defeated via unanimous decision (30-27, 30-27, 30-27).
The back and forth action earned both fighters Fight of the Night honors and much praise from MMA observers.
[12] However, Grice was forced out of the bout after sustaining serious injuries in a September 8 car accident in his home state of Oklahoma.