Bellator’s Eric Prindle is one of those rare and special athletes. Combining both height, mass and speed like current crops of UFC heavyweights such as Brock Lesnar and Shane Carwin, It is rare to see a man combine both. “The American Soldier” Eric Prindle (7-1, six T/KO finishes) is a rarity certainly exists.
At 6’5”, 290 lbs., the massive Prindle is quickly carving out a reputation as a devastating finisher who can electrify fight fans. Recently, he made his Bellator Fighting Championships debut, administering a beating to Josh Burns that caused the doctor to stop the fight due to the damage inflicted. As a result, the Prescott, Arizona native was recently announced to be part of the upcoming Bellator heavyweight tournament.
“I’m proud to be in the Bellator tournament, and honored to be fighting among the best up-and-coming heavyweights in the world,” said Prindle. Not knowing who is opponent will be yet, “The American Soldier” is undeterred. “I’m physically and mentally prepared for a war, regardless of the opponent. I’m going to be in the best shape of my life. I’m improving my game every day, getting faster and stronger for my next opponent.”
“The American Soldier,” who made his pro MMA debut in Mexico in 2004, is managed by Michael Shoffner. Shoffner is the CEO of top Mexican fight promotion Combate Extremo (C.E.), with which Prindle is under exclusive contract to. Recognizing both the opportunity Prindle is being provided by Bellator, as well as the opportunity to support another MMA promotion, Shoffner has facilitated the participation of his charge in the Bellator tourney.
“Bellator is a great promotion, and we appreciate the opportunity Eric’s been given to really make his mark on MMA in their cage,” stated Shoffner. “You can expect to see more domination from Eric in the coming months and years. I’m expecting him to be the next BIG thing – pun intended.”
“I loved fighting for Bellator,” explained Prindle. “The tournament structure is awesome. I’m going to put on a war and enjoy every second of it. The promotion is great…they really take care of their fighters.”
Prindle continued, “I want to thank my first promoter and current manager, Mike Shoffner, for believing in me, and giving me the best opportunity of my career.”
In regards to the upcoming Bellator tournament, Prindle had this to say: “I don’t make predictions; I make preparations. I am going to be prepared for war, and win my battles one fight at a time.”
