Duke Roufus passes away at 55: Inside the life of the legendary MMA coach who built champions, shaped the sport, and left a lasting legacy for his family

The MMA community mourns Duke Roufus, a legendary kickboxer and coach who passed away at 55. Founder of Roufusport, he mentored champions like Anthony Pettis and Tyron Woodley, transforming MMA training with his innovative methods. Roufus's dedication to discipline and resilience forged not just fighters, but a lasting legacy of mentorship and inspiration.

Duke Roufus passes away at 55: Inside the life of the legendary MMA coach who built champions, shaped the sport, and left a lasting legacy for his family
The MMA community mourns Duke Roufus, a legendary kickboxer and coach who passed away at 55. Founder of Roufusport, he mentored champions like Anthony Pettis and Tyron Woodley, transforming MMA training with his innovative methods. Roufus's dedication to discipline and resilience forged not just fighters, but a lasting legacy of mentorship and inspiration.