Duane Bastress
Duane Bastress (born May 30, 1983) is an American mixed martial artist who last competed in Bellator's Middleweight division.
| Duane Bastress | |
|---|---|
| Born | May 30, 1983 New Cumberland, Pennsylvania, United States |
| Other names | The Storm |
| Nationality | American |
| Height | 5 ft 10 in (1.78 m) |
| Weight | 185 lb (84 kg; 13.2 st) |
| Division | Middleweight (185 lb) |
| Reach | 67 in (170 cm) |
| Fighting out of | New Cumberland, Pennsylvania, United States |
| Team | Central Pennsylvania Martial Arts Academy |
| Wrestling | NCAA Division III Wrestling |
| Years active | 2009–present |
| Mixed martial arts record | |
| Total | 9 |
| Wins | 7 |
| By knockout | 5 |
| By submission | 1 |
| By decision | 1 |
| Losses | 2 |
| By knockout | 1 |
| By submission | 1 |
| Occupation | Mixed martial artist Wrestling coach |
| University | York College of Pennsylvania |
| Notable school(s) | Bermudian Springs High School |
| Mixed martial arts record from Sherdog | |
Background
Born and raised in Pennsylvania, Bastress wrestled for Bloomsburg University of Pennsylvania as a freshman, before transferring to York College of Pennsylvania for his sophomore season. A two-time national champion under coach Tom Kessler, Bastress compiled an overall record of 97-6 at York. He also had an undefeated 40-0 senior season, and held a 65 match winning streak when he graduated. Bastress was later Kessler's assistant for several seasons before ascending to the head coach position.[1]
Mixed martial arts career
Early career
Bastress started his professional career in 2010. He fought primarily for Pennsylvania-based promotion Central Pennsylvania Warrior Challenge, winning three times in a row.
In December 2010 Bastress faced Tim Williams for the middleweight title of Philadelphia's organization Locked in the Cage in a five round bout. He lost the fight at the end of the third round via doctor stoppage.[2]
With a record of three victories and one loss, he signed with Bellator.[3]
Bellator Fighting Championships
Bastress made his debut on October 15, 2011 at Bellator 54 against Daniel Gracie. Bastress won when the doctor deemed Gracie unable to continue due to a cut over his eye at the end of the second round.[4]
Bastress faced Plinio Cruz on April 13, 2012 at Bellator 65. He won via TKO in the second round.[5]
Bastress faced promotional newcomer Jason Butcher on June 22, 2012 at Bellator 71. He had his first defeat in the promotion via submission in the very first round.[6]
Bastress was expected to face Lewis Rumsey on October 19, 2012 at Bellator 77. However, Rumsey was replaced by Ariel Sepulveda due to undisclosed reasons.[7] Bastress defeated Sepulveda via split decision (29-28, 28-29, 29-28).[8]
In May 2013—despite coming off from a win—it was announced that Bellator didn't renew Bastress' contract.[9]
Personal life
Bastress is married and has two daughters; Cora and Audrey and one son, Drake. Bastress' wife, April, was a standout field hockey player for York.[1]
Championships and accomplishments
Amateur wrestling
- National Collegiate Athletic Association[10]
- NCAA Division III All-American out of York College of Pennsylvania (2005–06)
- NCAA Division III 184 lb: Champion out of York College of Pennsylvania (2005–06)
- National Wrestling Coaches Association[10]
- NWCA Division III National Hall of Fame (2013)
Mixed martial arts record
| 9 matches | 7 wins | 2 losses |
| By knockout | 5 | 1 |
| By submission | 1 | 1 |
| By decision | 1 | 0 |
| Res. | Record | Opponent | Method | Event | Date | Round | Time | Location | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Win | 7–2 | Mike Stewart | TKO (punches) | CFFC 26: Sullivan vs. Martinez | August 17, 2013 | 3 | 0:33 | Atlantic City, New Jersey, United States | |
| Win | 6–2 | Ariel Sepulveda | Decision (split) | Bellator 77 | October 19, 2012 | 3 | 5:00 | Reading, Pennsylvania, United States | |
| Loss | 5–2 | Jason Butcher | Submission (triangle choke) | Bellator 71 | June 22, 2012 | 1 | 1:03 | Chester, West Virginia, United States | |
| Win | 5–1 | Plinio Cruz | TKO (punches) | Bellator 65 | April 13, 2012 | 2 | 2:52 | Atlantic City, New Jersey, United States | |
| Win | 4–1 | Daniel Gracie | TKO (doctor stoppage) | Bellator 54 | October 15, 2011 | 2 | 5:00 | Atlantic City, New Jersey, United States | |
| Loss | 3–1 | Tim Williams | TKO (doctor stoppage) | Locked in the Cage 6 | December 3, 2010 | 3 | 5:00 | Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States | For the LITC middleweight Championship. |
| Win | 3–0 | Roger Minton III | TKO (punches) | Central Pennsylvania Warrior Challenge 6 | June 4, 2010 | 1 | 0:51 | Lancaster, Pennsylvania, United States | |
| Win | 2–0 | Robert Morrow | TKO (punches) | Central Pennsylvania Warrior Challenge 5 | April 15, 2010 | 1 | 2:47 | York, Pennsylvania, United States | |
| Win | 1–0 | Elder Ramos | TKO (submission to punches) | Central Pennsylvania Warrior Challenge 4 | February 19, 2010 | 2 | 2:21 | Lancaster, Pennsylvania, United States |
Mixed martial arts amateur record
| Res. | Record | Opponent | Method | Event | Date | Round | Time | Location | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Win | 2–0 | John Flock | Decision (unanimous) | Central Pennsylvania Warrior Challenge 3 | October 23, 2009 | 3 | 3:00 | Lancaster, Pennsylvania, United States | |
| Win | 1–0 | Robert Martin | Submission (keylock) | WKU: Warrior Challenge in the Poconos | June 26, 2009 | 1 | 1:18 | Pocono Manor, Pennsylvania, United States |
References
- "York (Pa.)". Archived from the original on July 3, 2019. Retrieved July 5, 2021.
- Paul Miles. "Locked in the Cage 6 results: Tim Williams stops Duane Bastress in 185 title fight". Ultmma.com. Archived from the original on September 21, 2013. Retrieved June 9, 2013.
- Staff (September 23, 2011). "Daniel Gracie vs. Duane Bastress among Bellator 54 additions". Fcfighter.com. Retrieved June 9, 2013.
- "Bellator 54 live results: Duane Bastress vs. Daniel Gracie". Bellator.com. October 15, 2011. Archived from the original on January 4, 2014. Retrieved June 9, 2013.
- Staff (April 13, 2012). "Bellator 65 results & play-by-play". Sherdog.com. Retrieved June 9, 2013.
- Derek Ciapala (June 23, 2012). "Bellator 71 preliminary results: Josh Stansbury wins NAAFS light heavyweight title, Jason Butcher scores impressive victory". Yahoo.com. Retrieved June 9, 2013.
- Staff (October 18, 2012). "Bellator 77 weigh-in results: Season 7 lightweight tourney fighters official". MMAjunkie.com. Retrieved June 9, 2013.
- Trent Reinsmith (October 19, 2012). "Bellator 77: live results and play by play". Bleacherreport.com. Retrieved June 9, 2013.
- Eric Kowal (May 29, 2013). "Message to MMA promoters: sign the Storm". UScombatsports.com. Retrieved January 3, 2014.
- "Duane Bastress named head wrestling coach". YCPspartans.com. February 7, 2013. Retrieved September 2, 2013.