Alonzo Menifield


Alonzo Theodoro Menifield ) is an American mixed martial artist currently competing in the Light Heavyweight division of the Ultimate Fighting Championship. A professional since 2015, he has formerly fought in Bellator and the Legacy Fighting Alliance.

Background

Menifield was born in Los Angeles, California. After his father passed away, his mother raised him and his brother until the age of 14 when the boys were put in foster care. Menifield bounced around between 12 different foster homes. Menifield attended Canyon High School for only two years, but graduated and excelled at football. Menifield continued his football career at NJCAA Glendale Community College, where he starred as primarily a linebacker and was an Honorable Mention All-American his sophomore year as well as a member of the track and field team. After his first two seasons at Glendale, Menifield earned a scholarship to Texas A&M University–Commerce where he graduated with a degree in Criminal Justice. Menifield later played football professionally in both the CFL and Arena Football League.

Mixed martial arts career

Early career

Menifield made his MMA debut at heavyweight against Zach Rosol on November 20, 2015 at Bellator 146. He won the fight via TKO in the first round.
Menifield then moved to light heavyweight and won his next two fights via TKO and KO before fighting in Dana White's Contender Series.

Dana White's Contender Series

Menifield faced UFC veteran Daniel Jolly on July 25, 2017 at Dana White's Contender Series - Season 1 Week 3. He won the fight via TKO at the end of round one due to an eye injury but failed to secure a contract with the UFC.
Menifield was provided with a second chance against Dashawn Boatwright on June 16, 2018 at Dana White's Contender Series - Season 2 Week 1. He won via TKO with ground on pound strikes within the first 8 seconds of the first round and was awarded with a UFC contract.

Ultimate Fighting Championship

Menifield made his UFC debut on January 19, 2019 against Vinicius Moreira at. He won the fight via TKO with punches in round one.
Menifield then faced Paul Craig on June 29, 2019 at. He won the fight via KO with punches in round one.
Menifield then faced Devin Clark on June 6, 2020 at UFC 250. He lost the fight via unanimous decision.

Personal life

Menifield is married and two sons; Alonzo and Xavier.

Championships and accomplishments