Germiston’s young female fighter, Cassandra “Lil Ronda” Le Roux, started mixed martial arts two years ago and loves it.<\/p>\n
“I enjoy this sport. It is a bit challenging and technical, but I don’t mind because it’s through challenges that you become a better person,” said Le Roux.<\/p>
“I love learning new things and perfecting them, and I want to learn all there is in this sport.”<\/p>\n
Le Roux said she is inspired by Ronda Rousey, a world female mixed martial arts athlete.<\/p>
“She is my inspiration, and that is how I got my nickname “Lil Ronda”; I fight like her and I look like her,” she said.<\/p>\n
The youngster, who is the deputy head girl at Ho\u00ebrskool Vryburger, said that she wants to go further with mixed martial arts when she is done with school.<\/p>\n
When asked what advice she can give to motivate youngsters, Le Roux said: “Challenge yourself, set goals and stick to them. You will never know unless you try.”<\/p>\n
Le Roux recently took part in the Gauteng Fighting Championships (GFC) 7, which were held at Hattingh Park.<\/p>\n
She faced Nikita Peek in the hexagon and won through an armbar in the first round.<\/p>\n
“The fight was a bit short, it went quicker than I intended, but I am glad that I won, it feels great,” she said.<\/p>\n
“I am ready for upcoming competitions.””I would like to thank my management, my trainers and training partners.<\/p>\n
“A big thank you to my sponsors and to my family and friends for always supporting and motivating me.”<\/p>\n
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