Trey "The War Train" Rhodes

Trey "The War Train" Rhodes has rapidly emerged as a formidable force in the amateur welterweight division, boasting a 6 and 1 record. Training out of Carolina Combat Sports and Fitness in Charlotte, North Carolina--home to UFC athlete Bryan Battle--Rhodes has carved out a name for himself with relentless grappling pressure, fight IQ, and dominant positional control. He’s shown his well-roundedness by securing wins through knockouts, submissions, and gritty decisions, building momentum even after a setback against Anthony Collins in August 2023. That third-round TKO loss proved to be a turning point: since then, Rhodes has rattled off six straight victories, each more decisive than the last.

 

Rhodes’ performances have only grown more clinical with time. Most recently, in back-to-back showings, he steamrolled through respected opposition with top-tier grappling and suffocating ground control. His March 15, 2025 victory earned him the Ultimate Battle Grounds 170-pound amateur championship, followed closely by a title win at Conflict MMA on April 5, 2025. Both bouts displayed his patience under pressure, calculated control, and a refusal to sacrifice position for flashy finishes--hallmarks of high-level MMA awareness. Whether it was hammerfists from mount, textbook transitions, or the surgical application of a rear naked choke, Rhodes made each moment count.

 

With a high fight IQ, championship-level poise, and guidance from one of the most respected gyms in the state, Rhodes is poised for a breakout at the pro level. As he sharpens his game under the Carolina Combat banner, fans and promoters alike are starting to recognize what insiders have known for some time: "The War Train" isn't just passing through--he's building steam.