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MMA: Crazy Horse enjoys top preparation

By Ben Guild
Bay of Plenty Times·
8 Jul, 2014 05:00 PM2 mins to read

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Tauranga MMA fighter Kelvin Joseph (left) received some one-on-one tuition with Kiwi UFC fighter Dylan Andrews ahead of his national title fight.

Tauranga MMA fighter Kelvin Joseph (left) received some one-on-one tuition with Kiwi UFC fighter Dylan Andrews ahead of his national title fight.

Tauranga MMA fighter Kelvin "Crazy Horse" Joseph has received a huge boost ahead of his upcoming welterweight title fight.

The Martial Arts Academy instructor, who will fight for a welterweight strap at Proving Ground in Auckland on July 26, has received some personal one-on-one training with former The Ultimate Fighter: Team Jones vs Team Sonnen semifinalist Dylan Andrews.

Andrews was back in the country due to the recent UFC event held in Auckland, and stopped off in Tauranga to conduct a seminar before visiting family in Thames.

"It's good to come back. This is where I come from and it's good to see the sport grow here," Andrews said.

"I've been back this time because I've been injured so I've had some time on my hands.

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"I had a shoulder reconstruction in December from my last fight when I dislocated it throwing a punch. That's all healed and we are just getting stronger and getting ready."

The dislocated shoulder sustained against fellow The Ultimate Fighter contestant Clint Hester resulted in a loss via referee stoppage, and ultimately meant Andrews could not feature in the first UFC card to hit these shores.

"It's huge for the country and good to see such a pinnacle sport in New Zealand like the UFC. Obviously I was gutted I couldn't be on the card but it is what it is. The card was a success despite some of the losses, and it was an awesome event.

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"They want to do another card and I'm trying to push for Wellington ... so we'll see what happens."

Andrews, who is likely to return to the octagon in September or October, focused his seminar largely on fundamental striking, footwork, combinations and take downs before giving Joseph some personal instruction with an eye to his upcoming title fight.

"I gave Kelvin a few tips that could help with his game; he's a good man and a good listener as well and I wish him all the best."

The Martial Arts Academy instructor Christine Young-Jasberg said it was an honour to have Andrews visit the academy.

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"He is really approachable and down to earth and he has run a fantastic seminar," she said.

"It's great these guys can come back and help with the sport at the grass roots level because it all starts with working out at your local gym."

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