Link to Article: http://blogs.chron.com/fighting/2010/07/for_brian_stann_its_about_the.html

Brian Stann is an American hero. A real, true-life American hero. It's not a marketing ploy or publicity stunt -- Stann is the real deal.

Stann, a former Marine officer, was ambushed with his unit in Iraq while trying to capture a bridge near Karabilah. Under heavy attack from insurgents, Stann and his group of soldiers held out for six days while Stann coordinated air and tank support that eventually led to the unit being relieved. He was awarded the Silver Star, the third-highest American honor for bravery.

By Matt Erickson, MMA writer. Link to Article: http://www.mmafighting.com/2010/07/28/for-brian-stann-life-is-about-more-than-just-victories-in-the-c/

In one form or another, Brian Stann has always been fighting.

Those who compete in mixed martial arts, like the UFC's Stann, often talk about the rigors of training and the other level a fighter's mind and body have to climb to in order to be successful in the sport. For Stann, stepping inside the cage, as he'll do Sunday against Mike Massenzio in San Diego, is a walk in the park compared to what he's been through.

Link to Article: http://insidefights.com/2010/07/29/inside-fights-exclusive-interview-with-brian-stann/

With less than a week to go before Brian Stann makes his debut at 185Ibs at UFC on Versus 2 against Mike Massenzio, the former WEC Light Heavyweight Champion is feeling the benefits of the dropping the weight telling me that he “feels great, faster than I was previously” while still be able to use the same strength and conditioning training as he was previously. Stann made the decision to drop down to 185Ibs in the aftermath of his defeat to highly credentialed wrestler Phil Davis, explaining that while “previously I wanted to be a small light heavyweight so I could use my speed to dominant standing” he now feels that he needs to be able to use size to impose himself on his opponents and keep the fight standing. To make the weight cut manageable he began “shrinking” his body size from April, getting down to a pre-cut weight of around 215Ibs.

Hire Heroes USA would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to the National Coalition of Associations of 7-Eleven Franchisees.  During the annual conference held on July 22nd - 25th, 2010 at the Gaylord National Resort and Spa, the Association hosted a golf tournament at Andrews Air Force Base.  Hire Heroes USA was chosen as the associations beneficiary for the event.

Additionally, sincere thanks to Anheuser Busch for their contributions to the golf outing which included signage, goody bag donations, and beverages, that were enjoyed by all participants.

With the dedication and support of the men and women attending the conference, the NCA SEF raised $100,000 for Hire Heroes USA.  Hire Heroes USA would once again like to say thank you for the generous contributions to our program.