![]() HARRIMAN, TN — The crowd at Roane State Community College erupted on Saturday night as two hungry amateur lightweights made their combat sports debut at XFA Fight Night 4. In a high-energy bout that showcased raw potential and relentless determination, Torch MMA & Fitness’ Vinnie Montgomery secured a first-round submission victory over independent fighter Noah Mayo. Both fighters entered the cage for the first time, with adrenaline high and plenty to prove under the lights of the Xtreme Fighting Alliance. From the opening bell, it was clear Montgomery came to set the tone. Wasting no time, the Torch MMA product charged forward with aggression and landed a well-executed double-leg takedown, immediately asserting control on the ground. But Mayo wasn’t about to fold under pressure. Off his back, he initiated a tight kimura attempt, forcing Montgomery into a tense scramble that lasted nearly a minute. The Harriman crowd watched on as Montgomery calmly defended the submission, showcasing poise beyond his experience level.
Once free of the kimura threat, Montgomery capitalized quickly, transitioning to back control with surgical precision. He hunted for a rear-naked choke, and though Mayo showed resilience by escaping the initial attempt, the positional advantage remained in Montgomery’s favor. After another gritty minute of grappling and positional warfare, Montgomery locked in a deep rear-naked choke. With no escape route left, Mayo was forced to tap, giving Vinnie Montgomery the first-round submission win in an impressive debut. This bout marked the XFA debut for both fighters, and while the night belonged to Montgomery, both men left the cage with the respect of the crowd and the experience to build on. 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.
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