James Krause Putting K.C. on the Map One Fight at a Time
James Krause Putting K.C. on the Map One Fight at a Time
James Krause is a man driven by more than just competition.As the saying goes, “Nothing easy is worth doing,” and the Missouri-based fighter's trajectory as
James Krause is a man driven by more than just competition.
As the saying goes, “Nothing easy is worth doing,” and the Missouri-based fighter's trajectory as a fighter in one of the UFC’s deepest divisions proves the power of his commitment. Krause has survived the type of peaks and valleys that would have broken a lesser man, but resilience is an attribute the Glory MMA leader has in abundance.
Lessons learned through experience and the ability to make adjustments on the fly have enabled Krause to find success in not only his fighting career, but in his endeavors beyond the cage. There is an indomitable work ethic behind everything Krause does, and he’s used that foundation to build a bright future.
“I feel like I’m coming into my own and getting where I need to be,” Krause said. “I’m getting better every single time out and that’s a difficult thing for veterans to do. I feel we see more decline than improvement out of guys who have a lot of experience, and I’m definitely on the incline. That’s not going to stop anytime soon.”
While Krause experienced mixed results at the onset of his UFC run, the 29-year-old lightweight recently found his groove. Krause notched back-to-back victories over tough competition, which has allowed him to begin his climb up the divisional ladder at 155 pounds.
His goal is to test himself against the best his weight class has to offer, and Krause has a stern challenge on deck in Ross Pearson.
“The Real Deal” has knockout power and his aggressive style has overwhelmed his opposition at a steady clip since arriving at the UFC back in 2009. Krause certainly respects the danger Pearson presents inside the cage, but he believes the heavy-handed Brit’s style plays perfectly to his own strengths.
“I match up really well against the overhand right/left hook, traditional boxing style,” Krause said. “It’s my favorite style to fight against. He’s the shorter man and I shoulder roll a lot and play off my jab, so it fits right into my game. I feel I’m very difficult to hit clean and I see those big punches coming from a mile away. I’m really elusive for that style.”
As a husband, father, businessman (and skilled video-gamer), Krause’s quest for success is fueled by the same reasons many others share. That said, there are other ambitions locked in the back of his mind, and those belong to a much larger scope.
Krause is a proud representative of the growing fight scene in and around Kansas City, Missouri, and he plans to do everything in his power to bring some much-needed spotlight to his home turf. In his opinion, the Midwest—and the talent that resides there—has been overlooked for years. Krause wants to let the world know what his city has to offer.
“My goal is to put Kansas City on the map in the fight game,” Krause said. “I want to be the guy who gets that done. When people say Kansas City MMA, I want to be the guy who pushed us forward another step.”
As the saying goes, “Nothing easy is worth doing,” and the Missouri-based fighter's trajectory as a fighter in one of the UFC’s deepest divisions proves the power of his commitment. Krause has survived the type of peaks and valleys that would have broken a lesser man, but resilience is an attribute the Glory MMA leader has in abundance.
Lessons learned through experience and the ability to make adjustments on the fly have enabled Krause to find success in not only his fighting career, but in his endeavors beyond the cage. There is an indomitable work ethic behind everything Krause does, and he’s used that foundation to build a bright future.
“I feel like I’m coming into my own and getting where I need to be,” Krause said. “I’m getting better every single time out and that’s a difficult thing for veterans to do. I feel we see more decline than improvement out of guys who have a lot of experience, and I’m definitely on the incline. That’s not going to stop anytime soon.”
While Krause experienced mixed results at the onset of his UFC run, the 29-year-old lightweight recently found his groove. Krause notched back-to-back victories over tough competition, which has allowed him to begin his climb up the divisional ladder at 155 pounds.
His goal is to test himself against the best his weight class has to offer, and Krause has a stern challenge on deck in Ross Pearson.
“The Real Deal” has knockout power and his aggressive style has overwhelmed his opposition at a steady clip since arriving at the UFC back in 2009. Krause certainly respects the danger Pearson presents inside the cage, but he believes the heavy-handed Brit’s style plays perfectly to his own strengths.
“I match up really well against the overhand right/left hook, traditional boxing style,” Krause said. “It’s my favorite style to fight against. He’s the shorter man and I shoulder roll a lot and play off my jab, so it fits right into my game. I feel I’m very difficult to hit clean and I see those big punches coming from a mile away. I’m really elusive for that style.”
As a husband, father, businessman (and skilled video-gamer), Krause’s quest for success is fueled by the same reasons many others share. That said, there are other ambitions locked in the back of his mind, and those belong to a much larger scope.
Krause is a proud representative of the growing fight scene in and around Kansas City, Missouri, and he plans to do everything in his power to bring some much-needed spotlight to his home turf. In his opinion, the Midwest—and the talent that resides there—has been overlooked for years. Krause wants to let the world know what his city has to offer.
“My goal is to put Kansas City on the map in the fight game,” Krause said. “I want to be the guy who gets that done. When people say Kansas City MMA, I want to be the guy who pushed us forward another step.”