Q & A

There are a large amount of e-mails, myspace notes, and even phone calls with questions. This section will allow you to review some of the most popular ones along with an answer from Hurricane.

If your question is not answered on this page, send an e-mail to geraldhurricaneharris@gmail.com

HOW DID YOU GET INTO FIGHTING AND HOW LONG HAVE YOU BEEN IN MMA?
I started fighting August 2006 as another form of income. I was teaching at Tulsa East Central High School (Tulsa, OK) and I was not making enough money to support my family. I had taught for two years in Florida, but when I moved to Tulsa, my certification was not accepted and I was forced to work for little pay. A good friend and future manager Jason Nicholson saw me working out at the gym and proposed a fight - I quickly denied and told him that I’m not a fighter and it’s for crazy people. Then he offered me $600 and I took a fight on two weeks notice. It was supposed to be a one time thing, but my style was exiting and the money was good - so I continued and eventually won a 8 man tournament that boosted my career.

I WANT TO GET INTO MMA, HOW CAN I DO IT?
This is a very popular question, if not the most asked in public and on the web. You have to do some research in your area. No matter where you live, look for a boxing/mma/wrestling or any gym that can help you get started. If your serious and live in a small town, you might have to relocate. Find a gym that fits your style and that you can afford - then take a fight after you are prepared and had the proper training. Another thing - you do not have to be muscular or athletic to be a fighter - and you do not have to have tatoos or be a former street fighter. Know your strengths and focus on your weaknesses and you will become a great fighter - technique and cardio are extremely important in mma.

WHERE DO YOU TRAIN AND WHO DO YOU TRAIN WITH?
I train in Tempe, AZ with Arizona Combat Sports. Along with ACS, I spend time in California with Rampage Jackson, Kansas City-personal training, Ohio-Strongstyle MMA, Oklahoma-Ghost Dog Boxing Peppe Johnson & Allan Green, Tulsa Combat Fitness, and Underdawgs MMA at Sky Fitness - and I plan on training in New Mexico at Greg Jacksons gym in the future. I am no longer a member of Team Quest, but I left on good terms.

DID YOU USE TO BE A COMEDIAN? DO YOU STILL PERFORM?
Yes, I was a comedian for about 6 years, but the money and opportunities were not coming for me. I wanted to do some comedy soon, but I can’t because I’m dedicating %100 of my time and energy towards becoming a MMA legend. After my MMA career, I plan on being a successful actor and managing my own fighters.

ARE YOU STILL TEACHING? WHAT GRADES DID YOU TEACH?
I taught for 3 years, 1&1/2 years at two levels. Middle school and High school for the duration. I loved teaching, but it takes a lot of time and effort that I cant provide while pursuing another career. I have not taught school since May 2007. That’s when I decided to do this full time.

ARE YOU IN THE UFC, MAN YOU WERE BEATING AMIR UNTIL YOU GOT CAUGHT!
I am not in the UFC and after The Ultimate Fighter 7 taping - they cut a large part of the cast. I was upset at first, but this was a blessing in disguise. My life has changed and I am currently training hard and working my way back into the UFC.

Yes, I was dominating Amir, but he’s a warrior and I have a lot of respect for him. In this sport you can lose in the blink of an eye - call it what you want, but it’s still a loss. (Except for the Leopoldo fight He earned his way to the finale and won the show, so give the man his credit. I’m a very nice person, but if you read this and see me out in public, please take note that I’m not excited to be reminded of that moment, so it would be nice if we could talk about something else

WHEN ARE YOU FIGHTING AGAIN/WHAT’S NEXT FOR YOU?

Hurricane schedule of events for 2008
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January - June 21st
Tape and Airing of The Ultimate Fighter 7 Reality Show - UFC/Spike TV - Las Vegas, Nevada

July 12th
C3 Fights Battle on the Border II - Newkirk, OK

July 26th
Special guest appearance for Freestyle Cage Fighting - Tulsa, OK

August 17th
C3 Fights Smokie Mountain Showdown II - Cherokee, NC

September 19th
C3 Fights The Contender Series V - Concho/El Reno, OK (Cancelled)

October 18th
attoMik Cage Fighting - Mobile, AL

November
Freestyle Cage Fighting - Tulsa, OK