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Malcolm Wellmaker shifts from home gym to American Top Team for UFC fight.
In brief
Malcolm Wellmaker shifts from home gym to American Top Team for UFC fight. Malcolm Wellmaker moved to American Top Team in Florida after losing to Juan Diaz to prepare for UFC Vegas 122 fight. Originally reported by UFC.
Malcolm Wellmaker's home training
Malcolm Wellmaker trained at Faglier’s Mixed Martial Arts in Augusta, Georgia.
Challenges at home gym
Quality coaching was hard to find, leading to twice-weekly four-hour drives to Atlanta for boxing.
Second-round loss to Diaz
Wellmaker suffered a second-round submission loss to Juan Diaz on May 16, 2.2026.
Move to American Top Team
Wellmaker joined American Top Team in Coconut Creek, Florida to prepare for UFC Vegas 122.
Coaching differences
At American Top Team, coaches are available twice daily versus full-time jobs at home gym.
Family bond with Fagliers
Wellmaker has a close relationship with Jason Faglier Sr., whom he calls 'Pops'.
Decision difficulty
Wellmaker found it hard to tell his family he was leaving home for training.
Past UFC success
Wellmaker started with consecutive knockouts and earned Performance Bonuses.
Loss to Ethyn Ewing
Wellmaker lost a decision to short-notice replacement Ethyn Ewing in November 2025.
Training with ATT coaches
Wellmaker trains with Steve Mocco, Pedro Munoz, and Muhammed 'King Mo' Lawal.
Game plan shift
Wellmaker changed from winning rounds to executing a specific game plan.
UFC Vegas 122 fight
Wellmaker faces his next fight at UFC Vegas 122 on October 10, 2026 in Las Vegas.
What matters most
Malcolm Wellmaker moved to American Top Team in Florida after losing to Juan Diaz to prepare for UFC Vegas 122 fight.
