Meet Our Yes! Athletes
Yes! Athletes are fearless women and girls who embody the core values of our brand. They exemplify the resilience to overcome obstacles, the courage to challenge norms, and the spirit to say "YES!" to pushing boundaries. As ambassadors of Yes! Athletics, they are a testament to strength, passion, and the relentless pursuit of excellence — not only in women’s wrestling but across Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, grappling, and MMA.
We’re proud to support these athletes as they make their mark in both sport and life, inspiring others and helping shape the future of women’s combat sports.
Follow their journeys, explore their achievements, and see how they’re helping to pave the way for the next generation.
Miranda "Fear The" Maverick
Miranda “Fear The” Maverick is a professional mixed martial artist in the UFC’s Flyweight division (125 lbs). With a 17–5 record and ranked #11 in the division as of May 2025, she represents a rising competitor in one of the toughest weight classes. Raised on a farm in Missouri, Miranda earned her strength, perseverance, and work ethic early on — traits that have carried over into her wrestling, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (black belt), and MMA career.
After starting professionally in Invicta FC, she debuted in the UFC in 2020 and now trains in Denver, CO, with Elevation Fight Team. Known for her grappling skills, she’s notched key wins by submission (Priscila Cachoeira) and unanimous decision (Andrea Lee, Dione Barbosa). Her nickname, “Fear The” Maverick, reflects her quiet confidence and determination in the cage.
- Submission (armbar) win over Priscila Cachoeira at UFC 291 (July 29, 2023)
- Unanimous decision win over Andrea Lee at UFC 298 (February 17, 2024)
- Unanimous decision win over Dione Barbosa at UFC Fight Night (July 20, 2024)
- Submission (rear-naked choke) victory against Sabina Mazo at UFC Fight Night (March 12, 2022)
- TKO (doctor stoppage) win over Liana Jojua at UFC 254 (October 24, 2020)
- Former Invicta FC competitor with key victories, including a submission win over DeAnna Bennett
- Professional MMA record of 17 wins and 6 losses (as of 2024)
- Tied for third-most wins (8) in UFC Women’s Flyweight division history
- Ranks second for most takedowns landed (23) in UFC Women’s Flyweight division history
Lauren Louive
Lauren Louive is an elite freestyle wrestler competing in the 59 kg (130 lb) weight class. Born in Massillon, Ohio, she trains and coaches out of the U.S. Olympic Training Center in Colorado Springs and is affiliated with the New York Athletic Club and Hawkeye Wrestling Club.
After a standout collegiate career at the University of the Cumberlands — where she was a four-time WCWA All-American — Lauren transitioned to senior-level competition. She won the 2020 U.S. Open Senior National Championship, claimed gold at the 2020 Klippan Lady Open in Sweden, and earned bronze at the 2020 Pan American Championships. She has also represented Team USA, earning a #2 national ranking during the 2019–2020 season.
Since September 2023, Lauren has served as an assistant coach for Cornell College’s inaugural women’s wrestling program while continuing to train and prepare for future competition, including the Olympic Trials.
- 2020 U.S. Open Senior National Champion
- 2020 Klippan Lady Open Champion (Sweden)
- 2020 Senior Pan American Championships Bronze Medalist
- 2021 U.S. Olympic Trials – 5th Place
- 2021 U.S. Olympic Trials Qualifier – 2nd Place
- 2021 U.S. Open Senior Nationals Runner-Up
- 2019 Final X Runner-Up
- 2019 World Team Trials Challenge Tournament Champion
- 2017 Dave Schultz Memorial International Champion
- 2018 U.S. Open Senior Nationals Runner-Up
- 2012 Pan American Championships Silver Medalist
- Four-Time WCWA All-American — University of the Cumberlands
- 2010 Junior World Team Member
Emily “Cyanide” Hauser
Emily “Cyanide” Hauser is a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and Submission Grappling athlete training out of Combat Performance in western North Carolina. With over four years of experience in the sport, Emily has built a reputation for her technical skill and quick submission finishes — earning her the nickname “Cyanide” for her focused intensity and ability to lock in submissions with precision.
Emily has competed in numerous local and regional tournaments, as well as on the national and international stage. In 2023, she was part of the inaugural women’s season of the Professional Grappling Federation and represented Team USA at the UWW Submission Grappling World Championships in Spain. Beyond competition, Emily is passionate about coaching and leads a girls-only Jiu-Jitsu class known as the "Lil Cyanides," regularly training and mentoring the next generation of female grapplers.
- Competitor in the inaugural women’s season of the Professional Grappling Federation (2023)
- Represented Team USA at the UWW Submission Grappling World Championships in Spain (2023)
- Multiple-time medalist in local and regional Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and submission grappling tournaments
- Head coach of the "Lil Cyanides" girls-only Jiu-Jitsu class at Combat Performance
Instagram: @cyanide_bjj
TikTok:@cyanidebjj
Bethany “Pepper” Clifton
Bethany “Pepper” Clifton is a lightweight purple belt competitor under Alliance Jiu Jitsu, actively competing in IBJJF events. In addition to her competition career, Pepper is the head coach and owner of Arrows Jiu Jitsu, a gym dedicated to youth and women’s Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. At Arrows, she focuses on creating a safe, supportive, and competitive environment that encourages students to embrace the challenge of the sport while having fun.
Known as “the girl in red” for her signature red braids and accessories, Pepper competes regularly at both local and regional tournaments. Her goal is to bring the highest level of Jiu-Jitsu knowledge and skill to her students while inspiring more women to confidently take their place in the sport.
- IBJJF Purple Belt Lightweight Competitor under Alliance Jiu Jitsu
- Owner and Head Coach of Arrows Jiu Jitsu, a gym specializing in youth and women’s Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
- Regular competitor at local and regional Jiu-Jitsu tournaments
- Advocate for women’s participation and empowerment in the sport of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
Instagram: @pepper.clifton
Mateah Roehl
Mateah Roehl is an accomplished wrestler and coach who competed collegiately at North Central College in Illinois, where she earned two All-American honors. After her successful college career, Mateah returned home in 2022 to launch the AWA Women’s Wrestling Program, where she now serves as head coach while continuing to compete at the senior level.
In addition to her collegiate achievements, Mateah is a two-time placer at the U23 World Team Trials and has earned All-American honors at the Senior World Team Trials, demonstrating her continued presence and competitiveness on the national stage.
- Two-Time All-American at North Central College (Illinois)
- Founder and Head Coach of the AWA Women’s Wrestling Program
- Two-Time Placer at U23 World Team Trials
- Senior World Team Trials All-American
- Active Senior-Level Competitor
Instagram: @mateahroehl
TikTok: @mateahroehl
