www.immaf.org Mixed Martial Arts and judo have much in common and indeed judo forms just one component of its hybrid cousin, with increasing numbers of competitors transitioning from judo into professional MMA as it continues its phenomenal growth. UFC Bantamweight Champion Ronda Rousey is one of the most famous faces to have followed this path: She won a bronze medal at the Beijing 2008 Olympic Games before making her MMA debut in 2010. IMMAF President, Bertrand Amoussou said: “Densign White brings invaluable experience from his previous administration of an Olympic martial art, and the IMMAF board believes that he is the best candidate to carry the organization through the next phase of its journey. I speak on behalf of the whole board in saying we are very proud to welcome Densign White to the IMMAF helm, and we look forward to successful years ahead for the sport under his leadership.” Densign White said: “I am delighted to be joining IMMAF at this exciting and challenging time in its evolution, and I want to thank the board for giving me this opportunity. The growth of MMA globally has been extraordinary, but with that comes greater responsibility for IMMAF as the leading International Federation for the sport. Over the coming weeks and months IMMAF will raise its game in terms of governance, education for coaches and officials and implement a new global programme of world class competitions. This project will require a lot of work from me, the board, our members and volunteers. With this combined effort I am confident that this organization will achieve success beyond and above all expectations”]]>
