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Kerry Schall
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Kerry Schall (born August 9, 1971) is a retired American mixed martial arts fighter. His nickname "Meat Truck" is for his huge size and punching power.
Key Information
Background
[edit]The Kankakee, Illinois native was a football and wrestling star at Herscher High School outside of Chicago, where he then went on to graduate from the University of Cincinnati with a degree in electrical engineering.[2]
MMA career and The Ultimate Fighter
[edit]Schall has fought for many MMA organizations such as the UFC, Fighting Network Rings, and Extreme Challenge. He was on The Ultimate Fighter 2 where he was eliminated on episode 1 due to an injury. He was invited to fight for the UFC at The Ultimate Fighter 2 Finale where he would lose to Keith Jardine by TKO in the 2nd round.
Schall faced Paul Buentello at Nemesis Fighting: MMA Global Invasion on December 10, 2010[3][4] He lost the fight via unanimous decision.
Schall would return after a long hiatus against Satoshi Ishii at IGF: GENOME 25 on March 20, 2013. Schall lost the bout via submission in the first round.
Personal life
[edit]Schall is married to Amanda Vandeberg RN and he has twin children Andrew and Lauren. He is also stepfather to Jordan, Madison and Koa, Vandeberg's children from her previous marriage to Matt Anoaʻi.
Mixed martial arts record
[edit]| 37 matches | 23 wins | 13 losses |
| By knockout | 7 | 6 |
| By submission | 12 | 4 |
| By decision | 1 | 3 |
| By disqualification | 3 | 0 |
| No contests | 1 | |
| Res. | Record | Opponent | Method | Event | Date | Round | Time | Location | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loss | 23–13 (1) | Satoshi Ishii | Submission (armbar) | IGF: GENOME 25 | March 20, 2013 | 1 | 2:43 | Fukuoka, Japan | |
| Loss | 23–12 (1) | Paul Buentello | Decision (unanimous) | Nemesis Fighting: MMA Global Invasion | December 10, 2010 | 3 | 5:00 | Punta Cana, Punta Cana, La Altagracia, Dominican Republic | |
| Win | 23–11 (1) | Justin Gizzard | DQ | Extreme Challenge 111 | November 21, 2008 | 1 | 3:36 | Indiana, United States | |
| Loss | 22–11 (1) | Dave Herman | TKO (knees and punches) | ShoXC: Elite Challenger Series | October 10, 2008 | 1 | 1:06 | Indiana, United States | |
| Loss | 22–10 (1) | Antoine Hayes | Decision (unanimous) | Adrenaline MMA 1 | June 14, 2008 | 3 | 5:00 | Illinois, United States | |
| Loss | 22–9 (1) | Shane Ott | TKO (punches) | Extreme Challenge 77 | April 28, 2007 | 1 | 1:23 | Ohio, United States | |
| Win | 22–8 (1) | Nathan Kirby | DQ | Extreme Challenge 74 | March 10, 2007 | N/A | N/A | Iowa, United States | |
| Win | 21–8 (1) | Geza Kalman | Submission (guillotine choke) | XFO 13: Operation Beatdown | November 11, 2006 | 1 | 0:25 | Illinois, United States | |
| NC | 20–8 (1) | Mario Rinaldi | No Contest (fighters fell from ring) | Absolute Fighting Championships 16 | April 22, 2006 | 1 | N/A | Florida, United States | |
| Win | 20–8 | Eldred Nunn | Submission (rear-naked choke) | XFO 10: Explosion | March 18, 2006 | 1 | 1:31 | Illinois, United States | |
| Loss | 19–8 | Keith Jardine | TKO (leg kicks) | The Ultimate Fighter 2 Finale | November 5, 2005 | 2 | 3:28 | Nevada, United States | |
| Win | 19–7 | Ulysses Castro | DQ (low blows) | Euphoria: Road to the Titles | October 15, 2004 | 2 | 0:20 | New Jersey, United States | |
| Loss | 18–7 | Kevin Jordan | Submission (rear-naked choke) | XFO 2: New Blood | June 26, 2004 | 1 | 2:06 | Wisconsin, United States | |
| Win | 18–6 | Chris Herring | TKO (submission to punches) | ICE 9 | May 7, 2004 | 1 | 0:51 | Ohio, United States | Herring couldn't continue after Schall landed a punch directly to the eyeball. |
| Win | 17–6 | Ray Seraille | KO (punch) | SuperBrawl 35 | April 16, 2004 | 1 | 2:15 | Hawaii, United States | |
| Win | 16–6 | Jimmy Sullivan | TKO (submission to strikes) | Extreme Challenge 56 | March 26, 2004 | 1 | 1:08 | Minnesota, United States | |
| Win | 15–6 | Demian Decorah | Decision (split) | Extreme Challenge 54 | October 12, 2003 | 3 | 3:00 | Illinois, United States | |
| Loss | 14–6 | Greg Wikan | TKO (knee injury) | ICC 1: Retribution | January 12, 2003 | 1 | 3:35 | Minnesota, United States | |
| Win | 14–5 | John Clausen | Submission (guillotine choke) | UW: Godsey vs Wiuff | October 19, 2002 | 1 | 0:30 | Minnesota, United States | |
| Win | 13–5 | Kekumu Cambra | Submission (heel hook) | UCC Hawaii: Eruption in Hawaii | September 17, 2002 | 1 | 2:48 | Hawaii, United States | |
| Win | 12–5 | Steve Friedrichs | Submission (heel hook) | UAGF 2: Ultimate Cage Fighting 2 | July 30, 2002 | 2 | 0:56 | California, United States | |
| Win | 11–5 | Mark Smith | Submission (guillotine choke) | RFC 1: The Beginning | July 13, 2002 | 1 | 3:46 | Nevada, United States | |
| Loss | 10–5 | Ben Rothwell | TKO (neck injury) | SB 24: Return of the Heavyweights 2 | April 27, 2002 | 2 | 2:10 | Hawaii, United States | |
| Loss | 10–4 | Ben Rothwell | TKO (foot injury) | Extreme Challenge 46 | February 16, 2002 | 1 | 7:29 | Iowa, United States | Extreme Challenge Heavyweight Tournament Final. |
| Win | 10–3 | William Hill | Submission (rear-naked choke) | Extreme Challenge 46 | February 16, 2002 | 1 | 1:23 | Iowa, United States | |
| Win | 9–3 | Joe Campanella | Submission (armbar) | Extreme Fights 2 | January 19, 2002 | 1 | 0:30 | Ohio, United States | |
| Win | 8–3 | Brian Ebersole | Submission (kneebar) | UW: Battle for the Belts | December 8, 2001 | 1 | N/A | Minnesota, United States | |
| Win | 7–3 | Rob Smith | Submission (rear-naked choke) | UW: Battle for the Belts | December 8, 2001 | 1 | N/A | Minnesota, United States | |
| Win | 6–3 | Lenn Walker | TKO (submission to punches) | Extreme Fights 1 | November 29, 2001 | 1 | 0:33 | Ohio, United States | |
| Loss | 5–3 | Fedor Emelianenko | Submission (armbar) | RINGS: World Title Series 1 | April 20, 2001 | 1 | 1:47 | Tokyo, Japan | |
| Win | 5–2 | John Dixon | Submission (hammerlock) | RINGS USA: Battle of Champions | March 17, 2001 | 1 | 1:19 | Iowa, United States | |
| Loss | 4–2 | Travis Fulton | TKO (corner stoppage) | ETFN: Extreme Tuesday Night Fights | January 18, 2001 | 1 | 6:56 | Indiana, United States | |
| Loss | 4–1 | Bobby Hoffman | Decision (unanimous) | WEF 9: World Class | May 13, 2000 | 4 | 3:00 | Indiana, United States | |
| Win | 4–0 | JT Corley | TKO (submission to knees) | World Extreme Fighting 6 | June 19, 1999 | 1 | N/A | Wheeling, West Virginia, United States | |
| Win | 3–0 | Wade Hamilton | TKO (submission to knees) | Extreme Challenge 23 | April 2, 1999 | 1 | 0:34 | Indiana, United States | |
| Win | 2–0 | Eddie Moore | Submission (front choke) | Extreme Combat Challenge | June 27, 1998 | 1 | 0:32 | Indiana, United States | |
| Win | 1–0 | Ken Dodson | TKO (punches) | Extreme Combat Challenge | February 17, 1998 | 1 | 0:14 | Indiana, United States |
References
[edit]- ^ "November 13, 2001". fcfighter.com. Retrieved August 26, 2020.
- ^ "Biographies - the Ultimate Fighter".
- ^ "MMA 'Global Invasion' featuring Keith Jardine, Paul Buentello, Dean Lister and more on Nov. 13 in Punta Cana". 5 October 2010. Retrieved 9 October 2010.
- ^ "Nemesis Fight Postponed to Avoid Storm". Retrieved 10 November 2010.
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Kerry Schall
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Early Life and Education
Childhood and Family Background
Kerry Schall was born on August 9, 1971, in Cincinnati, Ohio.[3] His family relocated to the Kankakee area in Illinois, where he grew up and attended Herscher High School, participating in wrestling competitions, including the 1989 IHSA Class A state tournament.[4][5] This move to a rural community in Kankakee County shifted his formative environment from urban Ohio to a setting conducive to his athletic interests.High School and College Achievements
Kerry Schall excelled as a standout athlete in both football and wrestling during his time at Herscher High School in Kankakee, Illinois, where his impressive physical stature and strength were key to his success on the field and mat.[6][4] In football, Schall's power and size made him a dominant force, contributing significantly to the team's efforts in a program known for its competitive spirit in the region. His wrestling performances similarly showcased his grappling prowess and endurance, earning him recognition as one of the school's top competitors in the sport. These high school accomplishments laid a strong athletic foundation, highlighting his natural athleticism that would later influence his combat sports career.[6][4] After high school, Schall pursued higher education at the University of Cincinnati, where he earned a degree in electrical engineering, balancing his academic pursuits with his physical background.[4][7] This achievement underscored his discipline and intellectual capabilities alongside his athletic talents.Professional MMA Career
Debut and Early Promotions
Kerry Schall entered professional mixed martial arts in 1998, debuting on February 7 in the Extreme Combat Challenge (ECC) promotion against Ken Dodson. He secured a rapid victory by TKO via punches at just 14 seconds into the first round, showcasing his aggressive striking from the outset.[3] This win marked the start of a strong early run, as Schall followed with a submission victory over Eddie Moore on June 27, 1998, also in ECC, at 32 seconds.[3] Schall's early career featured quick finishes in regional promotions, building his record through a mix of knockouts and submissions. Notable wins included a TKO (knees) against Wade Hamilton in Extreme Challenge 23 on April 2, 1999, and another TKO over J. Corley in World Extreme Fighting 6 on June 19, 1999.[3] However, he encountered setbacks, suffering a first-round TKO loss to Travis Fulton in Extreme Tuesday Night Fights on January 18, 2000, and a unanimous decision defeat to Bobby Hoffman in World Extreme Fighting 9 on May 13, 2000, dropping his record to 4-2.[3] Rebounding in 2001, Schall joined Fighting Network RINGS, where he submitted John Dixson via hammerlock in RINGS USA: Battle of Champions on March 17, though he was quickly armbarred by Fedor Emelianenko in the RINGS World Title Series 1 on April 20.[3] He then strung together submission wins, including rear-naked chokes against Rob Smith and William Hill, and a kneebar on Brian Ebersole, all in 2001-2002 across Extreme Fights and Ultimate Warrior promotions.[3] By early 2002, Schall had competed primarily in the heavyweight division, standing 6 ft 2 in (1.88 m) and weighing 265 lb (120 kg), with an orthodox stance that complemented his emphasis on punching power.[3][8] His record reached approximately 10-3 before a TKO loss to Ben Rothwell due to a foot injury in Extreme Challenge 46 on February 16, 2002, highlighting his finishing ability through TKOs and submissions—and resilience in regional circuits like Extreme Challenge and RINGS.[3] These early bouts in promotions such as ECC, Extreme Challenge, and Fighting Network RINGS established Schall as a durable heavyweight with knockout potential before gaining broader attention.[3]The Ultimate Fighter Participation
Kerry Schall was selected as a heavyweight contestant for the second season of The Ultimate Fighter in 2005, arriving in Las Vegas among 18 mixed martial artists vying for UFC contracts.[9] The season, filmed starting in June 2005, featured coaches Matt Hughes and Rich Franklin, who evaluated the fighters through intense sessions in boxing, wrestling, and MMA to determine team assignments.[10] Schall, entering with a professional record of 19-6 that included wins in regional promotions, was part of the initial group but faced challenges adapting to the rigorous training camp environment.[11] During the first episode's workouts, Schall suffered a severe knee injury, twisting it and experiencing intense pain that halted his participation.[12] Medical evaluation, including an MRI, revealed torn cartilage, requiring surgery and leading to his elimination from the competition just days after arrival.[9] Although he was out before team selections were finalized—dividing contestants between Team Hughes and Team Franklin—the injury prevented any deeper involvement in the house dynamics or ongoing training under the coaches.[13] His early exit highlighted the physical demands of the show, prompting a replacement heavyweight to join the cast.[12] Despite the setback, Schall was invited to compete on the undercard of The Ultimate Fighter 2 Finale on November 5, 2005, at the Hard Rock Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas, facing light heavyweight Keith Jardine in a heavyweight bout.[1] The fight ended in a TKO loss for Schall via leg kicks at 3:28 of the second round, with the strikes re-aggravating his prior knee injury and forcing a stoppage.[3] Refereed by Jon Schorle, the matchup underscored Schall's resilience in returning so soon after surgery, though it marked his only UFC appearance.[14]Later Fights and Retirement
Following his loss to Keith Jardine at The Ultimate Fighter 2 Finale in November 2005, Schall took a brief hiatus from competition before returning to the regional MMA scene in 2006.[3] He competed sporadically over the next several years, primarily in promotions such as Extreme Challenge (EC), Xtreme Fighting Organization (XFO), and Adrenaline MMA, where he secured submission victories, including a rear-naked choke against Eldred Nunn in March 2006 at XFO 10 and a guillotine choke over Geza Kalman in November 2006 at XFO 13.[3] These bouts highlighted his grappling background, though he also endured setbacks like a first-round TKO loss to Shane Ott in April 2007 at EC 77.[3] Schall's activity continued into 2008 with mixed results in smaller promotions, including a unanimous decision loss to Antoine Hayes at Adrenaline MMA 1 in June 2008 and a first-round TKO defeat to Dave Herman at ShoXC: Warrior Camp in October 2008.[3] A disqualification win over Justin Grizzard later that year at EC 111 provided a brief highlight, but his overall record during this period reflected the challenges of inconsistent scheduling and aging at 37 years old.[3] After another extended break, Schall returned in December 2010, facing former UFC heavyweight Paul Buentello at Nemesis Fighting: MMA Global Invasion, where he lost via unanimous decision after three rounds.[15] Schall's final professional fight came on March 20, 2013, against Olympic judoka Satoshi Ishii at IGF: Genome 25 in Japan, ending in a first-round submission loss via armbar at 2:43.[3] This bout marked the conclusion of his career, which spanned active periods from 1998 to 2008, followed by isolated appearances in 2010 and 2013.[3] Schall retired from MMA following the defeat to Ishii, stepping away from the sport at age 41 without a formal announcement but with no subsequent fights recorded.[3]Personal Life
Family and Relationships
Kerry Schall is married to Amanda "Mandy" Vandeberg Schall, a registered nurse who works as a charge nurse at Hospice of Cincinnati.[16][17] Schall and Vandeberg have children, Andrew and Lauren, whom Schall has described as a central part of his family life.[18] He is also stepfather to Vandeberg's three children from her previous marriage to professional wrestler Matt "Rosey" Anoaʻi: sons Jordan Iles and Koa Rodney Anoaʻi, and daughter Madison Alani Anoaʻi.[19][18] Schall's family provided a strong personal support system during his MMA career, enabling him to train locally at facilities like Excalibur Fitness in the Cincinnati area while balancing family responsibilities.[20] This proximity to home allowed him to maintain close involvement with his children and stepchildren amid the demands of professional fighting.[21] Following his retirement from MMA, Schall has emphasized the stability his family brings to his post-fighting life, noting his role as a husband and father to five children and grandfather to seven.[18]Post-MMA Professional Pursuits
Following his retirement from mixed martial arts in 2013, Kerry Schall applied his degree from the University of Cincinnati to professional roles in the manufacturing and marketing sectors. Schall later transitioned to event management and marketing, serving as Chief Marketing Officer at Glier's Meats Inc., a Newport, Kentucky-based company renowned for producing goetta, a traditional Cincinnati breakfast meat. In this capacity, he leads marketing efforts and coordinates large-scale community events, including the annual Glier's Goettafest, which draws over 100,000 visitors across two weekends to Festival Park at Newport on the Levee, featuring goetta-themed foods, live music, and family activities that celebrate regional culinary traditions.[22][23] Prior to Glier's, Schall worked with ColdIron Enterprises Inc., an event production and rental firm in Cincinnati, Ohio, handling logistics for local festivals and parades. His involvement in these pursuits reflects a balance between professional commitments and community engagement, with limited major public updates on his activities since 2013 beyond his ongoing role in event organization. Schall has occasionally been honored for his MMA legacy, such as serving as Grand Marshal for the Findlay Market Parade in 2023 and 2025, highlighting his continued ties to Cincinnati's sports and fitness community.[21][24]Career Record and Legacy
Mixed Martial Arts Record
Kerry Schall's professional mixed martial arts career spanned the heavyweight division, where he compiled a record of 24 wins, 13 losses, and 1 no contest across 38 bouts from 1998 to 2013.[3] His victories were achieved primarily through grappling prowess, with 12 submissions forming the largest share, followed by 7 knockouts or technical knockouts, 1 decision, and 4 other outcomes, mainly disqualifications of opponents.[3] In terms of defeats, Schall suffered 7 by knockout or technical knockout, 3 by submission, and 3 by decision, reflecting his willingness to engage in high-stakes matchups against elite competition.[3] This included a loss in the TUF 2 finale to Keith Jardine, contributing to his overall record.[3] Schall never captured any major promotional titles, yet his extensive fight history underscores a notable durability, as he consistently absorbed heavy damage while competing in promotions like UFC, RINGS, and Extreme Challenge.[3]| Category | Wins | Losses |
|---|---|---|
| KO/TKO | 7 | 7 |
| Submission | 12 | 3 |
| Decision | 1 | 3 |
| Other (e.g., DQ) | 4 | 0 |
| Total | 24 | 13 |