UFC mixed martial arts athlete to sign autographs for fans at two Daily’s Convenience Stores locations.
Daily’s Convenience Stores and XYIENCE, maker of Xenergy, the official energy drink of the UFC, are hosting Canadian mixed martial arts (MMA) athlete Mark “The Machine” Hominick on Friday, Jan. 20, 2012 at two Daily’s locations in Smryna, Tenn.
Hominick, who fights the UFC’s featherweight division, is scheduled to sign autographs for fans at the following times and locations:
• Daily’s Convenience Store, 500 Stonecrest Parkway from Noon – 1:30 p.m.
• Twice Daily’s Convenience Store, 500 Sam Ridley Parkway from 2:30 p.m. – 4 p.m.
Hominick’s appearance coincides with UFC on FX: Guillard vs. Miller that takes place on Jan. 20 at the Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, Tenn.
“I am always excited to meet MMA fans—they have been supportive of my career throughout the years and opportunities like this are a great way to say thanks,” said Hominick, who is slated to face Eddie Yagin at UFC 145 in Montreal on March 24. “Many thanks to XYIENCE and Daily’s for putting this event together.”
Known for his exceptional skills in kickboxing and Muay Thai, Hominick, 29, has been a professional athlete since 2002. The Ontario, Canada native grew up training in martial arts and now points to his current job title of UFC fighter as one of his greatest achievements. Along the way, Hominick has held a number of prestigious MMA titles, including TKO Featherweight Champion, ISKA Canadian Super Welterweight Kickboxing Champion and IKF North American Super Welterweight Champion.