Inaugural UFC Flyweight Queen Nicco Montano Honored by Navajo Nation Council
Nicco Montano was the underdog story of “The Ultimate Fighter 26,” as she emerged from the reality show to become the UFC’s inaugural female flyweight champion.
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Accompanied by her family, Montano received a plaque on the Council Chamber floor from Council Delegate Tom Chee and Speaker Lorenzo Bates. She then thanked her supporters and received a gift from Bates.
“In the midst of all of our challenges, there are always special people who find a way to inspire and uplift us,” Chee said. “It is an honor to have the UFC champion with us today and it warms our hearts to know that you come from Lukachukai – from the Navajo Nation.”
Montano entered the “TUF 26” house with a 3-2 professional mark. She was seeded No. 14 out of 16 but made her way to the finals with victories over Lauren Murphy, Montana Stewart and Barb Honchak. At the “TUF 26” finale on Dec. 1, Montano took a five-round verdict over veteran Roxanne Modafferi to claim 125-pound gold.
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