Name: Ben Askren
Nickname: Funky
Age: 26
Rank: Brown
Gym: Lions Den
Length of time training: 2 years

Website, blog, or twitter or facebook links:
benaskren.net, askrenbros.com and I am on facebook and twitter

Summary about yourself:
I am a 2x NCAA champion and 2008 US Olympian. I started BJJ after the 2008 olympics and I also fight

List of titles or accomplishments:

2x NCAA Champion and 2008 Olympian. Bellator Welterweight Champion

How did you get involved in bjj?

Just wanted to do it.

What is you favorite grappling story?

Marcelo Garcia did things to me that I thought no one could, you have to roll with him if you like BJJ.

Who are some of the people who have influenced you bjj?

My coach Kiko France has taught me everything I know.

What is your favorite position and why?

Any position where I can choke somebody.

If you could start training all over again, what would you change in training routine and why?

I would have more black belts to train with.

How do you think competition helps your grappling?

Dont compete that much, but I would love to more.

Who are some people you have beat in competition in the past, in which you are proud of and why?

None

Any shout outs?

I would like to thank my sponsors everlast and cage hero.