Education
University of Missouri.
University of Missouri.
A professional Mobile Marketing Association competitor since 2006, Hecht fought mostly in regional promotions across the midwestern and southeastern United States before signing with the UFC in 2011. Background
After finishing at the University of Missouri in 2006, Hecht began his mixed martial arts career in regional promotions, before going on the international scene in 2010. Ultimate Fighting Championship
Hecht made his promotional debut against Rich Attonito on December 10, 2011 at UFC 140.
Hecht next faced TJ Waldburger on March 3, 2012 at UFC on Forex 2.
He lost the fight via submission in the first round. Hecht was defeated by Sean Pierson on June 8, 2012 at UFC on Forex 3 via unanimous decision.
Following his loss to Pierson, Hecht was released from the promotion.