Dana White

High school (ages 12+)
Sports & Games

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https://smallwhale.org/articles/dana-white

Write what each word means, using the article.

Do not copy the article. Write two things you learned, the way you would explain them to a friend.

Answers below are taken from the article’s stored facts, so they match what the student read.

1. When was Dana White born?July 28, 1969
2. Where was Dana White born?Manchester, New Hampshire, USA
3. Who is Dana White?Dana White is the boss of the UFC, where fighters compete in mixed martial arts. He helps run the company and makes big decisions about fights and events.
4. What does Dana White do for the UFC?He is the CEO and president, so he plans the company’s direction, signs TV deals, and works to grow the sport worldwide. He also looks for new fighters and keeps fans excited.

Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC): The premier mixed martial arts organization globally, renowned for its high-caliber athletes and major sporting events.
Mixed Martial Arts (MMA): A combat sport incorporating a wide array of fighting techniques, including striking and grappling, from various disciplines.
Power Slap: A promotion established by Dana White that centers on the sport of regulated slap fighting competitions.
Meta Platforms: A multinational technology conglomerate that operates major social media and virtual reality platforms.