TUF 15 Coach Urijah Faber Happy for the New Year as Sister’s Condition Improves

Posted on January 2, 2012 by Erik Fontanez

LAS VEGAS – Ultimate Fighter 15 coach and former WEC featherweight champion Urijah Faber talked with MMAWeekly.com last week at UFC 141. “The California Kid” updated us on the condition of his sister following a horrific accident that left her hospitalized, undergoing brain surgery.

Faber opens up on the personal side and details what he did the moment he found out about the accident in this exclusive interview.

In addition, the TUF coach shares his excitement to be on the FX reality show and face UFC bantamweight champion Dominick Cruz for a third time.

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Glad to hear his sister’s recovery is going well.
Towers66

Urijah is the man. A true spokesman and idol for the UFC. Plus he always puts his heart out for a fight. Exactly why I watch. Hope all is well for him and his family. Happy New Year all!
pogodog7

Very good for Urijah and his sister and family. Urijah is one the the best guys in the UFC. He gives a lot back to the sport and his community. He is definitely a great role model.