Fighting for USA #FIGHTFORGOLD

Help Emma Represent the USA at the World Championship

My name is Emma Chandler, and I’m a 14-year-old combat sports athlete with a dream of one day stepping into the UFC Octagon. I’ve been training in martial arts since I was just four years old — over a decade of hard work, discipline, and countless hours on the mat have brought me to this incredible opportunity: representing the United States at the Youth World Championships in 2025.

At the US National Champions in Carlsbad, CA, I won the Belt and was a U.S. National Champion. I challenged myself even further by entering a higher age and weight division. I found success against seasoned competitors nearly four years older, heavier, and stronger — and proved that I not only belong on the national stage but have earned my place to compete on the world stage.

This isn’t just another tournament — it’s a multi-day event where I’ll be facing a series of tough opponents from across the globe. The competition and I’ll need to fight my way through multiple rounds to claim the gold medal. This is a once-in-a-lifetime learning opportunity that could change the course of my athletic journey. The experience I gain will help propel me toward my ultimate goal and, just as importantly, allow me to give back to the martial arts community I love so deeply.

Why I’m Asking for Help

This journey is an extraordinary one — but it also comes with extraordinary costs. I truly believe this opportunity is worth fighting for.

Your support will go directly toward expenses like:

In the 2025 Youth Worlds will be a competitive and inspiring global event.

Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) is the world’s fastest-growing sport, with an estimated 449 million followers worldwide. To represent the USA on this stage is an honor I don’t take lightly — and I’m training every day to rise to the challenge, make my country proud, and hopefully return home with a Gold medal for Team USA.

A Fighter Who Gives Back

Though this is the first time I’ve asked for support, I’ve always tried to give back. I love martial arts, and I’ve shared that passion with others since I was small. I regularly coach young athletes, help my teammates prepare for their own challenges, and often offer private instruction to young girls at no cost — hoping to give them the same strength, confidence, and community that martial arts gave me.

I also train with my two younger brothers — we’ve grown up in this sport together, and we support one another every day. Whether it’s training, helping others in the gym, or spreading positive energy wherever we go, we believe in lifting others up.

Be a Part of the Journey

This isn’t just about one athlete — it’s about the power of a community coming together to help a young girl chase her dreams. With your support, I’ll be able to represent the United States with pride, gain invaluable experience, and continue to give back even more.

No amount is too small. Whether you donate, share this campaign, or simply send encouragement, I’m truly grateful for every bit of support.

Thank you for believing in me and being a part of this journey.

With love and gratitude,

Emma Chandler