Thomas Blackorby makes LFA debut in Connecticut tomorrow
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 23, 2026, 6:40 PM
Last updated Oct 23, 2026
Thomas Blackorby is set to make his LFA debut on October 24 in Connecticut. The second-generation kickboxer and wrestler boasts a record of 5-0, with a history of success in both amateur and professional competitions. Blackorby, who trained at Peoria Athletic Club in Illinois, expressed excitement about pursuing his mixed martial arts career since childhood. His upcoming fight marks a key step in his professional journey, where he aims to make an impact in the MMA.
- •Blackorby has an undefeated professional record of 5-0.
- •He trained at Peoria Athletic Club under his father, Ryan.
- •The fight is scheduled for October 24 in Connecticut.
- •Blackorby began competing in MMA at age 14.
- •He expressed a lifelong ambition to pursue MMA.
- 6:40 PMYahoo Sports — Prospect watch: Thomas Blackorby now trains among UFC’s best – and says he’s ‘not far’ behind
"The training wheels are off. Thomas Blackorby makes his LFA debut tomorrow in Connecticut.
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