# Cody Chovancek’s UFC Debut

> Canadian bantamweight Cody Chovancek prepares for UFC debut against veteran SooYoung You in Edmonton.
- Title: Cody Chovancek’s UFC Debut · UFC | Shortify
- Summary: Canadian bantamweight Cody Chovancek prepares for UFC debut against veteran SooYoung You in Edmonton. Cody Chovancek, a 28-year-old Canadian bantamweight…
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- Source: UFC — https://ufc.com/news/cody-chovanceks-time-shine-ufc-edmonton
- Published: 2026-10-14T16:23:26+00:00
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- Topics: cody chovancek, sooyoung you, ufc edmonton, bantamweight, dana white's contender series, mike malott, jasmie jasudavicius, niagara top team, raphael uchegbu, ufc fight night, mma, sports
## Cody Chovancek’s Dream Debut
Cody Chovancek, a 28-year-old Canadian bantamweight, prepares for his UFC debut in Edmonton.

> It’s a dream; I’ve been thinking about this moment for 11 years, putting in the blood, sweat, and tears, chipping away at it.
## Injury Recovery
Chovancek recovered from a knee injury sustained during his Dana White’s Contender Series win over Raphael Uchegbu.

> I injured myself five weeks before that fight on Contender Series.
## Training Team
Chovancek trains with Mike Malott and Jasmine Jasudavicius at Niagara Top Team in Canada.

> Mike has been great for that sort of thing, to talk to and get those little mentorships.
## Canadian Energy
Chovancek feels the strong Canadian fan support and the Oilers’ home atmosphere in Edmonton.

> To debut here in front of Canadian fans, feel that good old Canadian energy and be doing it where the Oilers play is so sick.
## Opponent Profile
Chovancek faces SooYoung You, a 20-fight veteran who won the Road to UFC bantamweight tournament.

> He’s experienced, he’s got 11 more pro fights than me, but that just makes me wanna go out there and prove how good we are in Canada.
## Confidence
Chovancek believes his striking and grappling skills will overcome SooYoung You’s experience.

> I’m very confident on the feet. I think I’m gonna have a huge striking advantage.
## Debut Stakes
Chovancek’s UFC debut carries a $100,000 bonus and a potential life-changing opportunity.

> A hundred thousand dollars; a $100k bonus.
## Dream Realization
Chovancek aims to turn his 11-year dream into reality with a UFC victory.

> It would mean the world to me, man. The years of sacrifice grinding all the way up to make this happen, it’s gonna be a dream come true, for sure.
## Event Details
UFC Edmonton takes place on October 17, 2026, at Rogers Place in Edmonton, Canada.

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## Key takeaway

Cody Chovancek, a 28-year-old Canadian bantamweight with a 9-0 record, faces SooYoung You, a 20-fight veteran, in his UFC debut at UFC Edmonton on October 17, 2026.