Ben Askren

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Profession :

MMA Fighter

Birthday :

July 18, 1984

Age :

40

Ben Askren is an American retired mixed martial artist and former Olympic wrestler. He is best known for his career as a welterweight in MMA, having competed for various organizations including ONE Championship and the UFC. Askren is also known for his grappling skills, having won numerous titles in folkstyle, freestyle, and Greco-Roman wrestling. His other notable achievements include being a two-time NCAA Division I wrestling champion and a gold medalist at the Pan American Games.

Ben Askren was given his name by his parents upon birth. There are no specific details or information available online about any unusual circumstances surrounding the origin of his name.

Ben Askren has a degree in educational studies and later obtained a master’s degree in counseling from the University of Missouri. He has expressed interest in using his educational background to help young athletes cope with mental health struggles, particularly during the transition from amateur to professional competition. Askren also serves as a board member of the Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod (WELS) Foundation, which supports various Christian ministries and organizations.