Pro MMA Debuts for Flyweights Ray Hewlett and Shawn Winland Set for XFA 02

Knoxville, TN – Fight fans in East Tennessee are in for a historic night on August 15th as the Xtreme Fighting Alliance (XFA) makes its Knoxville debut at the iconic World’s Fair Park. XFA 02 marks the promotion’s first-ever event in Knoxville and its first-ever Pro/Am fight card, delivering an electric mix of professional and amateur MMA action.

One of the most anticipated matchups of the evening is a professional mixed martial arts bout between two fighters stepping into the pro ranks for the very first time: Ray Hewlett of Knoxville Martial Arts Academy (KMAA) and Shawn Winland of Alabama.

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Hewlett, representing one of Tennessee’s premier MMA gyms, will be looking to showcase the skills and discipline forged under KMAA’s respected coaching staff. His opponent, Winland, makes the trip from Alabama eager to spoil Hewlett’s debut and make his own statement in the professional ranks. With both fighters hungry for a first pro win, this bout promises fireworks from the opening bell.

This event marks a major milestone for XFA as it expands into Knoxville with its debut Pro/Am fight card, giving fans the excitement of witnessing fighters take the leap into the professional arena. Ray Hewlett vs. Shawn Winland is set to deliver high-level competition and unforgettable action.

The event will feature a stacked lineup of Pro and Amateur MMA bouts, with fighters from across the Southeast looking to make their mark inside the XFA cage.


About Xtreme Fighting Alliance (XFA):
Founded in 2024, XFA is a Tennessee-based mixed martial arts promotion dedicated to elevating the sport through dynamic, high-quality events that combine professional and amateur MMA action. Sanctioned by GAMMA, XFA continues to provide a platform for fighters to showcase their skills in front of passionate combat sports fans across the Southeast.