UFC fighters Hendricks and Barry sign new contracts
UFC athletes Johny Hendricks and Pat Barry have signed new personal endorsement contracts ahead of the third Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) event on Fox on Saturday May 5th.
Both fighters will be sponsored by Tampa-based Bluegrace Logistics, a familiar brand to fans of the UFC, while Barry, who will take on Lavar Johnson in a heavyweight matchup, will have additional sponsorship from Musclepharm.
“We’ve sponsored Johny and Pat before, and we’re always excited to continue supporting such tremendous athletes,” said Bluegrace president and chief executive officer Bobby Harris. "These fighters are commendable individuals who are resilient, determined and passionate – all qualities we strive for at Bluegrace, in our work ethic and our business model.”
According to an official press release, as part of Barry's Musclepharm agreement, the UFC heavyweight 'will enter the UFC octagon wearing a Musclepharm shirt and hat, as well as place a Musclepharm logo on the rear of his fight shorts.'
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