World Series of Fighting made a bit of a splash today with a big signing, but it's not exactly as it seems. The promotion acquired the services of 26-year-old two-time Olympic gold medalist in Judo, Kayla Harrison. But it won't lead to a professional mixed martial arts debut for a while.
USA Today Sports broke the news this morning.
Harrison has signed with the promotion as a brand ambassador and will serve as a commentator for now. Eventually down the line, she will compete in the sport. She says she needs at least another year of training before she will tackle an MMA fight though.
She won the 78kg judo gold medal at both the 2012 London and 2016 Rio de Janeiro Olympic games.
"I just want everyone to be excited and expect big things from me. This is only the beginning.
"I’m excited for this new chapter. I’m excited to commentate. I’m excited to be a brand ambassador and help the World Series of Fighting grow their organization, as well as help me grow myself as a fighter, as a brand myself, and my foundation. So it’s all coming together, and I’m really excited to be working with such a positive and professional team."