The Swedish Mixed Martial Arts Federation has become a member of the Global Association of Mixed Martial Arts (GAMMA) after sealing the approval of the GAMMA board last week.
The Swedish team has been prolific on the international amateur scene for years and have helped nurture many a talented athlete, with some of whom going on to compete for some of the biggest MMA promotions in the world.
The Federation is not only one of the longest standing in Europe, being founded in March 2007, the SMMAF President, August Wallen was one of the original founders of the international MMA movement.
Speaking on the decision to join GAMMA, Wallen said:
“We are looking forward to being with GAMMA, as an athlete-centred organisation which reflects the priorities of the SMMAF. As an organisation seeking the best competition opportunities and conditions for all, the SMMAF is impressed by the level of support provided by GAMMA and is looking forward to sending a large team to the GAMMA World Championships in Indonesia in December. I am confident that becoming a member will be beneficial for our entire Swedish community.”
The Swedish Federation will become the 76th Member of GAMMA, adding themselves to an ever-growing list of European Members, which currently stands at 21.
GAMMA President, Alexander Engelhardt has expressed his delight that the SMMAF have decided to join GAMMA. Speaking on the newest members, he said:
"We are always pleased when we welcome new Members into our GAMMA community, particularly those that recognise our ambition and values. With the history of the SMMAF, this is particularly significant, and we thank August and the entire SMMAF for their trust. We look forward to having their athletes compete in our World Championships at the end of the year.”
As mentioned by Wallen, the federation already have big plans for their maiden GAMMA World Championships in December, as they will look to end the year with a big medal haul.
