Laura Sanko: From a Karate Kid to a UFC Commentator
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Күн бұрынLearn more about Laura Sanko's story growing up as a karate kid, becoming an Invicta FC fighter, to a UFC commentator.
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@TheCajunNinja 3 жыл бұрын
Laura Sanko is the best. She’s multitalented and also takes so much time to respond to fans. She works so hard, yet still answers so many comments on a daily basis. She deserves this. Bravo Laura! 👏🏻👊🏻
@jaredleclerc4434 3 жыл бұрын
@aloevv𖤐 SHE'S IN ME DM'S
@DV-ol7vt 3 жыл бұрын
Wats cookin!
@insanecrashesnotseen 3 жыл бұрын
@aloevv𖤐 Lol
@c3bhm 3 жыл бұрын
She is the perfect example of the road to real and healthy 'equity', where she is DESERVING of her position. She's there as a woman because of her MERIT, rather than being shoe-horned in via affirmative-action. But our society is being slowly ruined by the reduction of standards and the violation of basic principles to put UNdeserving women or people-of-color into positions that they DO NOT merit, solely for the sake of artificially pumping up diversity-quota statistics.
@gianluca4067 3 жыл бұрын
BravA
@Victor-fg1ky 3 жыл бұрын
She's a really good commentator. What caught my attention about her was her attention to details especially when it comes to grappling. I remember her discussion table with Daniel Cormier where she was explaining a submission technique. She removed her high heels to explain the concept 😎😊😊 I can tell she and Michael Bisping really understand each other working on the job because they communicate so well when commentating together.
@NazriBuang-w9v 3 ай бұрын
Lies again? Karate Combat (Brain No Good)
@bank_sinatra 3 жыл бұрын
Laura is a great pickup for the UFC, hope she stays around for a long time
@rugoshath 3 жыл бұрын
What I love about Sanko is that she actually knows who's who and what's going on at all times, the fact that she looks like a million bucks as well is just a bonus.
@KannyNguyen 3 жыл бұрын
I think one thing that makes her stand out is that she really puts her personality into her work and also keeps it casual, not too stiff not too formal and boring like every reporter/commentator. She might not seemed to be professional like Megan but she’s fun to watch because she seems closer to fans.
@igorsenayoutube 3 жыл бұрын
Very well said.
@MobaCry 2 жыл бұрын
Sure but the boobs surgery did also help her stand out... No taboo, just facts.
@footballfan6530 Жыл бұрын
female announcers are a disgrace
@wonkers Жыл бұрын
More relatable
@randomz8065 3 жыл бұрын
What a smart, beautiful and interesting woman she is, truly deserving of everything she has gotten and more. An integral part of the UFC experience. Bless you Sanko.
@danablack1490 2 жыл бұрын
@ExBeginner No wonder he was saying all those good things about her in this.
@finalfantasy8148 3 жыл бұрын
This video just reminds me why we love Laura Sanko. Hope this woman finds nothing but success.
@abd-bm3cd 3 жыл бұрын
She really did work her way up & still keeps getting better. Love her conviction & humbleness when she states her points. Such a pleasant way of putting arguments forward yet always invites room for healthy debate.
@abd-bm3cd 3 жыл бұрын
Unlike Stephan A. ‘Douchebag’ Smith… 😂 😆 😝
@Winamp_ 3 жыл бұрын
She is honestly legit good at her job, without even considering the looks she is sincerely very educated and has alot of knowledge about MMA and so on. And even without the look she'd do a great job, very well spoken whenever she is on.
@MakHash420 3 жыл бұрын
Damn, last time i saw you was on windows ME. Where have you been dude, still getting any updates ?
@ron.hertzberg 3 жыл бұрын
Lmao cuz she was apart of the sport. She was a fan first
@JohnDoeC78 3 жыл бұрын
@Arte Floe that's just wrong, or as Dana would said, that's fookin illegal. Jet was never my friend. It really whips the lammas ass. RIP THE KING 👑
@arantxaurrutia0 3 жыл бұрын
Seeing Winamp logo is like casually walking into a childhood friend in a random bar. I feel really dumb for writing this, but you know, we human are strange.
@PabloCruise91 3 жыл бұрын
Winamp you always had the answers. You were there for me in tough times. Hope you're doing well.
@JohnnyJitsu11 3 жыл бұрын
Much respect to this woman for thriving and proving herself! Strong work Sanko!!
@BigShaggger828 3 жыл бұрын
Sanko is great.... would love to see her calling fights more
@bmorrison0070 3 жыл бұрын
Laura always brings such a great sense of energy to her interviews and everything she does. Love that we were treated to her whole story by this segment!!!! I remember Dana saying "be careful what you ask for" when Laura was asking to do more.
@joshblack1985 3 жыл бұрын
Glad she has a strong and legit background in MMA and the intangibles of knowing what it feels like to make that walk to the cage. Irreplaceable experience that has no substitute.
@THIS---GUY 3 жыл бұрын
Yaa OK you gonna tell me firas zahabi isn't legit an mma genius because he doesn't have an extensive pro record? Drop the gatekeeping bs plenty of sports best coaches never competed in the sport professionally
@FuuuckOffff 3 жыл бұрын
She has one pro fight.
@Thawhid 3 жыл бұрын
Im glad too
@thatguy5779 3 жыл бұрын
@@FuuuckOffff Still experience and has training too, still means she knows what she’s talkin about
@jmike004 3 жыл бұрын
@@FuuuckOffff and 7 amateur fights
@XBLonTwitch 3 жыл бұрын
7:15 You can just see the happiness on her face. Congrats, Laura! Love seeing you covering the sport I love to watch!
@andreawhitney3385 3 жыл бұрын
So happy for her! I have met her a couple of times and she is such a sweet heart! Congrats to all of your success!
@5crb30 3 жыл бұрын
Lovely
@Deltaaaaaaaaa 3 жыл бұрын
Laura MF Sanko. What a badass. Seriously, the sport is much better with her in it. What she’s done is awesome, and I am incredibly happy to have her in my favorite sport. I can’t wait to hear her commentate on her first PPV
@TheJuliet316 Жыл бұрын
Rumor has it it might be this Sunday in Sydney (since Rogan doesn't do international PPVs).
@Deltaaaaaaaaa Жыл бұрын
@@TheJuliet316 that’ll be pretty cool to see!
@jf1341 3 жыл бұрын
This is amazing. Didn't know Laura was this accomplished. UFC literally attracts the best talent 👌👌💯
@rdicko86 3 жыл бұрын
Sanko is the the absolute best! Get her on a PPV!
@davidkim2016 3 жыл бұрын
She accomplished pretty much everything via discipline and hard work -- i'm inspired by the heart and dedication
@Dany-xs7li 3 жыл бұрын
One of the best minds to come across the commentary team! Breath of fresh air
@frba1856 3 жыл бұрын
This is a real badass woman, physically strong, beautiful, talented, well spoken, and confident. Not the annoying hollywood actress/ artist trying to preach agendas.
@simplyscholar21 3 жыл бұрын
Or Miesha Tate. When Aspen Ladd's coach was yelling at her to stir her up between rounds, Miesha ran to the media with the pigtails and claimed it was abuse. Laura came out and said it was non-sense, that if women want to be taken equally, they can't demand special treatment, and that a coach sometimes needs to yell at their athlete to get the best performance out of them.
@passenger3 3 жыл бұрын
100
@S___________D 3 жыл бұрын
@@simplyscholar21 What do you expect from Miesha Tate? She's the only fighter that gets 0 money after getting more than 100K paycheck. How stupid do you have to be to let your managers and coaches take all your money? So there's that.
@t4ngo_kilo 3 жыл бұрын
🤦♂️ lol at you, sounds like you don’t like “opinionated women” get out of here with your “agendas” bs.
@ngonzale3 10 ай бұрын
Being a fighter, a mom and commentator on a craft and sport you love. That’s inspiring.
@stephenhgreen1026 3 жыл бұрын
Blessed with brains & beauty...Always enjoyed Laura's media work & she absolutely deserves all the accolades 👊
@mithai66 3 жыл бұрын
No matter who you are or what you are ,if you start something and dedicate yourself to that task , someone is always watching , Laura Sanko is an exceptional addition to the UFC and deserves her spot to bet there , shes done it all, love her interviews , she brings a great energy , well done and keep being you Laura ,congrats.
@dynamo6796 3 жыл бұрын
Im Happy for Laura I never seen her fight live but was a huge follower of Invicta when she started interviewing after her baby. Watched all the UFC women fight when they started at Invicta which is another great MMA Platform for up and rising female fighters. Way to Go Laura!! Way to go Shannon.
@re_i_gn 3 жыл бұрын
To be one of the very few to do it all (fighting, commentary, interviews, etc.) in a sport, especially in one of the most brutal combat sports imaginable, is such a massive achievement for anyone. PLUS she did it in the world's biggest MMA promotion!!
@NickGranville 3 жыл бұрын
She’s awesome, on every level. So well deserved
@Drexler7 3 жыл бұрын
Laura has been a great addition to the overall landscape of UFC media. Great pick for the UFC
@Lowgenn 3 жыл бұрын
Such amazing stories in MMA. I love watching this sport grow honestly.
@sparky3077 3 жыл бұрын
Iam happy Laura Sanko finally got some recognition!
@scooterelway9191 3 жыл бұрын
what a great behind the scene, you deserve everything that happens to you Laura !
@Vato1979 3 жыл бұрын
You could have left everything out of your sentence after the word behind.
@postmortemarg 2 жыл бұрын
This is how respect and equality is earned in the work place. Not by expecting or demanding to be privileged, but showing you belong in an organization through your hard work and dedication. Good looks is the cherry on top.
@TheKamurdoch 3 жыл бұрын
Wow,as someone whos been a longtime fan of ufc i feel kind of ashamed at the fact i didnt know how deep lauras roots are in mma! I always respected her as a mma media person because of her knowledge but iv got even more respect for her now! Wow!
@delphipriestess9968 2 жыл бұрын
The shots of Laura Sanko and James Krause rolling and grunting and heavily breathing aged like wine
@dhruvcharan5150 3 жыл бұрын
Laura sanko is very good at what she does. And I love her competitive sprit during weigh in show 🔥
@stephenvincent4989 Жыл бұрын
Wow! I’m 80 never watched or really heard of this sport but I do know a winner when I see and hear one. Laura Sanko is a whirlwind and inspiration to all who have a dream and focus from an early age to be an achiever. It couldn’t have been as easy as she makes it out to be but she is the epitome of “The harder you practice the luckier you get”. Well done Laura you deserve all the success that’s coming your way.
@franciscogomes9844 3 жыл бұрын
I watched that episode of the contender series and was very happy to see Laura get the opportunity!
@gregoryclark7566 3 жыл бұрын
Laura is awesome. She is talented, determined, and resourceful. She just makes goals, and doesn't let anything block her. She deserves all the success she has earned. What a great asset to the UFC!
@JFomo 3 жыл бұрын
Laura is great. Love seeing her.
@justanotherjackleg7073 3 жыл бұрын
Laura is Legit. Laura deserves all of the blessings that are coming her way. Laura is humble, and she's an inspiration to all people. I like Laura.
@DBlaze-ol1ku 3 жыл бұрын
So happy for Laura's success! She really has shown where hard work and determination can bring you! She's awesome
@lucasgregory6375 2 жыл бұрын
Yeah, hard work and determination is surely what got her the commentator gig 🤡
@faisalmokhtar83 3 жыл бұрын
She is smart and energetic.. she willing to learn and humble.. she is perfect for ufc!!! Congratulations Laura Sanko..
@Refresh636 3 жыл бұрын
This was a pretty well put together video, i've really enjoyed the banter between Sanko and Cormier on the UFC shows.
@albsure4832 3 жыл бұрын
Laura Sanko has it all. The complete package!!
@ammaaressa 3 жыл бұрын
She's still kicking ass
@casperaudi7476 3 жыл бұрын
Each UFC Fights I seen I’m glad she doing her job has a reporter Laura Sanko is the best at what she does thank you.
@MrGon 3 жыл бұрын
this video about Laura was long overdue! SO glad people get to know more about her! I dont agree with some of her beliefs but I can not deny she is very good at what she does! Yes, she is attractive but her determination is out of this world! I hope she accomplishes many more personal goals! fancy Sanko deserves it!
@mithunnair8587 3 жыл бұрын
Which beliefs bro
@matthewneville8158 3 жыл бұрын
Great job Laura. I always enjoy when you’re working. Keep up the great work.
@rangozilla6274 3 жыл бұрын
Laura Sanko has become such an integral part of the sport. Her professionalism is to be admired, but what makes her so great is the human side of her that comes over. In short she seems really cool and I never realized the background she has. I respected her before, now even more.
@mmayan 3 жыл бұрын
She puts in the work. I was impressed with her knowledge of breaking down the fights during the contender series.
@martonfitness 3 жыл бұрын
Amazing pickup for the UFC. So knowledgeable
@OverlandUnknown 3 жыл бұрын
i love watching the UFC, equally love watching and listening to Laura. UFC wouldn't be the same without her.
@lmclaughlin19 3 жыл бұрын
Get Laura on a PPV commentary team!
@bhupeshkamal8572 3 жыл бұрын
Now i love her even more. She is doing her job the best way possible. Megan and Laura are two pure gems of ufc when it comes to reporting and commentary.
@fortunecollector 3 жыл бұрын
The grind don't stop for her.
@bartonagscotland Жыл бұрын
I’ve been always impressed with Laura’s knowledge in fight / striking breakdowns and am even more impressed now that I know some of her origins story. Well deserved and looking forward to her being a more frequent member of the broadcast commentary team.
@twodotsmma..5167 3 жыл бұрын
Lets go sanko we love you. The most relevant woman in mma apart from fighters. Such an inspiration to other woman.
@saadiraja8960 3 жыл бұрын
Girl u made me cry. Stay blessed and go strong as you're doing right now. Got a respect for this women. 💕❤️
@axelg.8637 3 жыл бұрын
Laura Sanko is the best, put her on UFC Hall of Fame next Year.
@hoptoit5910 3 жыл бұрын
She’s a natural interviewer! Her Invicta boss knew that even before she’d interviewed anyone. Laura is awesome.
@michelofelia7735 3 жыл бұрын
Laura's striking is exponentially greater than ben askrens.
@asonguchap3902 3 жыл бұрын
🤣🤣🤣🤣
@__D-B__ 3 жыл бұрын
My dead gran has better striking than Funky Benjamin.
@garyo475 2 жыл бұрын
I love Laura and her style of interviewing fighters. Great pick up by the UFC, she is perfect.
@ryanhoward8238 3 жыл бұрын
This is rad, I knew she was knowledgeable, but didn’t know about her mma experience!
@tzvivV 3 жыл бұрын
Her knowledge and sense of humor and fandom is what makes her so great
@zacretzer 3 жыл бұрын
I can't wait until she gets a PPV commentary assignment 🙌
@tonytyree2971 3 жыл бұрын
She has the recipe. I love this hard work story. So passionate. Inspiring all 🔥
@michelleklalonde88 3 жыл бұрын
fun fact about this video .. Laura Actually wrote, directed and produced that whole segment ..as well as was her own camera woman 👏 Bravo Laura Sanko the hardest working lady in MMA..
@TheeChrome 3 жыл бұрын
Can’t disrespect Megan like that
@isDatBoi 3 жыл бұрын
I don't like her
@isDatBoi 3 жыл бұрын
Megan Olivi is the OG
@dirtkills 3 жыл бұрын
@@isDatBoi weird not liking someone you dont know or ever met
@tycobb41 3 жыл бұрын
@@isDatBoi nobody cares what the woman version of Ben Shapiro has to say either both women are lame and couldn't even win a fight in the ufc
@letterstoalice 3 жыл бұрын
Man. Invicta and Strikeforce will always be in my heart.
@Ritalie 3 жыл бұрын
This was an outstanding video production, and I feel lucky that it was given freely to fans. I believe that you need to replicate THIS exact video for all the key fighters. This is how you can get people invested in someone, without needing to spend several years watching them. I'd love to see a biography like this on Justin Gaethje, Jorge Masivdal, Colby Covington, Bryce Mitchell, Jared Cannonier, Islam Makachev.. Fighter biographies are the final missing piece in marketing.
@41000mf 3 жыл бұрын
great idea!
@humbaba_7730 2 жыл бұрын
@@41000mf really is.
@TheFlyFishingFilmmaker 2 жыл бұрын
Don't they do this for every fight? Maybe not every fighter but the big fights.
@jojoaction80 3 жыл бұрын
Love to see the UFC highlighting their staff ! There are many many other great staff in the background doing great work ! Thank you All !!
@Randoir11 3 жыл бұрын
People ( men or women) have proven time and again if you work hard , put in the time and are good at what you do , it's hard to get overlooked if you're not quiet about what it is you want to do . Congrats to Laura in all that she's done ! Next stop UFC ppv commentary team !!!!!!! See you at the top Laura !!!!!!
@HelloThere-uh3ll 3 жыл бұрын
That’s cap. You are using the few who made it as the examples. Plenty work hard and don’t make it
@iminyourhead9936 3 жыл бұрын
She's beautiful too. Do you think if she had a face like a bag of bricks she'd make it as a host. No chance.
@HelloThere-uh3ll 3 жыл бұрын
@@iminyourhead9936 exactly…like I said this is cap.
@misha2.097 2 жыл бұрын
Laura just know, we the fans love you the most, needed you the most while watching, and appreciate you the most. You're the best and wish you and your family the success. I hope you overachieve all of you're goals. God Bless you!
@limhan3209 3 жыл бұрын
Laura is a legend 👌
@alexmartino9127 2 жыл бұрын
Man I love Laura. What an inspiration to the young women out there. I truly look up to her and she defines what it means to be a dedicated, talented fighter and insightful analyst.
@boushbash3133 2 жыл бұрын
Love your comment. She is an inspiration for me as a woman.
@Last_Chance. 3 жыл бұрын
I am 100% in love with this woman. Looks, personality, interests, hobbies, shes perfect.
@bjornmarley5670 3 жыл бұрын
There's not a man alive that doesn't simp for sanko.....
@thesportsguy126 3 жыл бұрын
Had no clue she had such a background in fighting. I think shes phenomenal love listening to Laura.
@pawns2prizes 3 жыл бұрын
She's great for the UFC!
@giacdeg Жыл бұрын
EXCELLENT! My most heart-felt congratulations to Laura Sanko and all she has achieved.
@meos6947 3 жыл бұрын
1:55 Wrestle with Laura Sanko must be something 😍
@lcb1250 2 жыл бұрын
Wow, I thought she may have been a reporter before getting the UFC gig, she has the attitude for it. I would not have known that she didn't have on-camera experience when she started. I've been in TV news for years and she's got the chops that I see in veteran reporters!
@themmasavage 3 жыл бұрын
A TRUE INSPIRATION 👏
@ICUP922 3 жыл бұрын
True inspiration and beautiful person. Deserves everything that comes her way. Breath of fresh air
@AstroTrain100 3 жыл бұрын
Laura and Karyn Bryant are probably the two most respected woman out there that really cover the sport.
@DarraghM1 3 жыл бұрын
Don't forget Megan Olivi, who lately has been breaking into NFL coverage as well over at Fox.
@c3bhm 3 жыл бұрын
@@DarraghM1 And don't forget Helen Yee. She's not with the UFC (yet) but her work and style are lovely.
@SPACECOWBOY705 3 жыл бұрын
@@DarraghM1 Olivi deserves respect for sure
@jacobuys4748 3 жыл бұрын
Awesome, Laura! It's such an honor having your example for the younger generation to look up to. You desrve it all. Well done and good luck with the journey, from South Africa!
@chubbygamerdad 3 жыл бұрын
Happy women’s day Laura, you do a great job and deserve all the praise 👍🏻🙏🏻
@AlmostGrewMyHair 3 жыл бұрын
Great to get a proper episode of her story. She has a great way to formulating the essence of fighters.
@VibeMusicAiRecords 3 жыл бұрын
What a great story!
@baptist1644 3 жыл бұрын
Such a lovely person.... Genuine and kind. A true professional.
@mj2719 3 жыл бұрын
I really hope to hear her with Rogan and Anik one day on a PPV thats how good i think she truly is....
@matthewlo7868 3 жыл бұрын
Maybe one day. I think in the short term I would love to see her in Megan’s position! (roving reporter)
@JSClark1984 3 жыл бұрын
A fantastic video, well deserved spotlight on such a talented and driven individual. Congrats Laura, you help make the UFC what it is today. 👏
@XLBlackBoy 2 жыл бұрын
James Krause helped her out alright 👍🏾
@whatagrafy 3 жыл бұрын
This story connected me with her life now. Never taken her seriously before but now I am fan for life 😌.
@charles-antoinecote7177 3 жыл бұрын
Laura Sanko is good
@411Adil 2 жыл бұрын
Laura is the best, so positive energy packed
@northernking4787 3 жыл бұрын
She’s the woman you want your daughters to grow up to be, and your son to marry!
@stewiegilligangriffin4904 3 жыл бұрын
lol nah
@daprox3893 3 жыл бұрын
So you want your son to marry your daughter is what you're saying?
@northernking4787 3 жыл бұрын
@@daprox3893 learn how to read.
@xH0R0R 3 жыл бұрын
Of course not it’s a transgender
@daprox3893 3 жыл бұрын
@@northernking4787 have a sense of humour
@passenger3 3 жыл бұрын
Laura's knowledge and analysis is up there with the very best and what makes her fun is her willingness to involve the fans on a deeper level and understanding - on the fight knowledge and in the arena's/events. The UFC is better with her. WE ❤ YA SANKO ..!
@ricardobjj24 3 жыл бұрын
I always forget that she was a legit mma fighter at one time. She seems like more like a model ❤ looks like Dana likes to hire pretty
@limhan3209 3 жыл бұрын
She is certainly pretty ! BUT I think the knowledge, delivery and professionalism come ahead of that tho
@lolfish78 3 жыл бұрын
What an absolute professional. Props to powerful women like Laura Sanko!
@rickyewart9232 3 жыл бұрын
Yup the UFC needs women in there sport and beyond Laura Sanko is a GEM 💎 The ufc always seems to get the best and Laura Sanko is definitely on top
@dbs6655 3 жыл бұрын
The ufc and mma community loves ya Laura! Keep on keeping on!
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