Probably the most notorious fighters in historical past usually fall into one among 2 classes: nice information or entertaining fights. Billy Ray Goff is a UFC fighter who might have a profession that falls into both class. Boasting a 9-3 skilled report with 7 wins by knockout, a forgettable combat isn’t in Billy’s vocabulary. In simply 12 fights, Goff has amassed 3 title combat wins in CES and Cage Titans, ended Robson Gracie Jrs undefeated begin to his profession and gained combat of the night time accolades in his final outing in opposition to Trey Waters. Preventing out of the hardy Crew Dexter Vale Tudo gymnasium, Billy’s fights embody their motto ‘hit first, hit onerous’. I might suggest anybody on the lookout for an entertaining combat to take a deep dive into his profession. I had the privilege of chatting with Billy and studying somewhat extra about one of many UFCs most enjoyable up and coming prospects.
How did you get began in MMA?
I grew up wrestling. As soon as I obtained out of highschool I wanted one thing to do.
You clearly have knockout energy, and entertain standing, how a lot wrestling comes into your sport plans given the success you may have on the toes?
I really feel I can grapple with anybody, Wrestling is all the time part of the sport plan however I don’t all the time implement it effectively. I definitely neglect it as a result of I get pleasure from hanging. However I’m engaged on my composure, iq, and sticking to the sport plan. Don’t must wrestle loads in my fights. Simply at the very least want to ascertain my takedowns with out dashing to them.
Do you may have any MMA heroes?
MMA heroes? Hero isn’t the fitting phrase. Idol is Demetrious Johnson and GSP
Which Anime character would do finest within the UFC?
With out powers? Rock Lee
What do you need to be remembered for on the finish of your profession?
I need to be remembered as a great individual and the perfect fighter that’s performed it. I wish to be remembered as being robust as fuck however I really feel like I’ve already checked that field.
Are you able to give us any updates in your subsequent combat?
I mentioned sure to a combat for early subsequent 12 months
Who’s your dream opponent from the historical past of UFC?
Dream opponent? Prime GSP
What’s it about GSP that stands out for you?
GSP was/is bodily, psychological, and technical problem. He’s so effectively rounded. He’s higher than most guys at WW these days in my eyes. He had few holes. Had an outstanding staff round him. It’s such an enormous problem that others don’t pose in my eyes.
Who’s your Mount Rushmore of the UFC?
GSP, DJ, Anderson Silva, and Jon Jones
Once you’re not coaching what are you getting as much as?
Exterior of coaching it’s D&D, work, teaching, video video games, watching anime & motion pictures, studying, & taking part in with my kitty
In the event you needed to present somebody a single combat to get them into MMA what would it not be?
A single combat? Must be Dustin Poirer vs Dan hooker or Rory Macdonald Vs Robbie lawler
In the event you weren’t a UFC fighter what would you be?
If I wasn’t a ufc fighter I’d be a bum hitchhiking internationally
Do you may have any locations On the earth you’ll need to journey to?
Japan, China, Russia, Eire, Iceland, Canada, Brazil, Mexico, Bahamas, Cuba, Jamaica, Egypt, India, Australia, South Korea, Greece, Italy, Hawaii, Alaska, and possibly extra lol
Billy’s UFC journey continues early 2025 and is assured to be an on the spot traditional. Thanks Billy to your time at the moment.
