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Big Bout for Woodbury MMA Fighter Kyle Todd
He's looking to secure a local title belt this weekend at the Myth in Maplewood.
Woodbury High School graduate Kyle Todd continues to climb the local mixed-martial arts circuit.
He’s got a big bout coming up this weekend at the Myth in Maplewood, fighting for a local 175-pound belt.
“It’s another title fight for me and will push me up the rankings in Minnesota,” Todd said.
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A former wrestler at Woodbury High School and area youth coach, Todd got into MMA after a friend began participating. (He's never been in a street fight.)
Todd is taking on Gary Granholm on Saturday, Aug. 10, in a five-round fight. Granholm is undefeated.
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“I like my chances,” Todd said. “He’s a gritty, tough fighter. But so am I.”
People can buy tickets online (enter Kyle Todd), or contact him via Facebook.
He thanked his family and girlfriend for their support, along with Spartan Martial Arts and Horsepower Strength and Conditioning, and his many sponsors.
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