Logan Storley Bio
Logan Storley (born September 8, 1992) is an American professional mixed martial artist and folkstyle wrestler who competes in the welterweight division of the Professional Fighters League (PFL). A former interim Bellator Welterweight World Champion, he has built a reputation as one of the most accomplished wrestling-based fighters in the sport. Fighting out of Webster, South Dakota, and training with Kill Cliff FC, he carries the ring name “Storm” and has compiled an impressive professional record since transitioning from collegiate wrestling to mixed martial arts.
Storley first gained national attention through his dominance in folkstyle wrestling, becoming a four-time NCAA Division I All-American for the Minnesota Golden Gophers before pursuing a career in combat sports. Standing 175 centimeters tall with a 182-centimeter reach, he combines high-level grappling with increasingly sharp striking, making him a well-rounded threat at 170 pounds.
Early Life and Background
Logan Storley was born on September 8, 1992, in Roslyn, South Dakota, where he grew up in a tight-knit rural community. He began wrestling at the age of five, developing the foundation that would later define his athletic career. His early introduction to the sport allowed him to cultivate technique and mat awareness well before he reached high school, setting the stage for sustained success at every level of competition.
Storley attended Webster High School in South Dakota, where he became one of the most decorated amateur wrestlers in the state. He captured six SDHSAA state championships during his six years of varsity eligibility, finishing his high school career with an extraordinary 262–3 record. In 2010, he won the NHSCA National Championship as a junior, and he also claimed the 2009 Fargo Nationals in freestyle wrestling. His accomplishments at the prep level were capped off in 2011 when he was named the Junior Hodge Trophy winner, an honor recognizing the top high school wrestler in the country.
Path to MMA
After high school, Storley took his talents to the University of Minnesota, where he wrestled for the Golden Gophers from 2011 to 2015. He became a four-time NCAA Division I All-American, placing sixth as a true freshman, fourth as a sophomore, third as a junior, and fourth again as a senior. At the Big Ten Conference Championships, he finished as the runner-up as a freshman before placing seventh, fourth, and fourth in his subsequent seasons. He graduated in 2015 with a 119–27 collegiate record and earned a degree in business and marketing.
Following graduation, Storley chose to pursue professional mixed martial arts rather than continue in folkstyle wrestling. He made his professional debut in 2015 and quickly accumulated an unbeaten record of five wins, all by first-round knockout. That flawless run earned him a developmental contract with Bellator, launching his career on one of the sport’s biggest stages.
Logan Storley Career
Early Career (2015–2017)
Logan Storley began his professional MMA career in 2015, working his way through the regional circuit while polishing the striking and submission defense he had not needed during his wrestling career. Over his first two years, he amassed five straight victories, every one of them ending in the opening round by knockout. The streak demonstrated his finishing instinct and his ability to impose his physicality on less experienced opponents.
That perfect run was enough to attract the attention of Bellator, which signed Storley ahead of his July 2017 promotional debut. His reputation as a wrestler with knockout power traveled with him, and he arrived in the organization as one of its most highly touted welterweight prospects.
Bellator Breakthrough (2017–2023)
Storley made his Bellator debut on July 14, 2017, at Bellator 181, defeating Kemmyelle Haley by technical knockout in the second round. He followed that with a unanimous decision win over Marc Secor at Bellator 186 in November 2017, marking the first non-stoppage victory of his professional career. He continued his climb with decision wins over Joaquin Buckley and a second-round TKO of A.J. Matthews, before decisioning Ion Pascu at Bellator 215.
His first major setback came on November 12, 2020, at Bellator 252, when he lost a split decision to fellow undefeated Yaroslav Amosov. Storley rebounded with a split decision win over Dante Schiro at Bellator 265 and a unanimous decision over Neiman Gracie at Bellator 274. Replacing Amosov, Storley then faced Michael “Venom” Page on May 13, 2022, at Bellator 281 for the interim Welterweight title and won via split decision to capture the interim championship. He attempted to unify the titles against Amosov at Bellator 291 on February 25, 2023, but dropped a unanimous decision. He closed his Bellator tenure with a second-round TKO of Brennan Ward at Bellator 298 in August 2023.
Professional Fighters League Era (2024–Present)
After leaving Bellator, Storley signed with the Professional Fighters League and made his debut against Shamil Musaev on April 19, 2024, at PFL 3, losing by knockout in the second round. He quickly bounced back with a unanimous decision win over Luca Poclit at PFL 6 in June 2024, after Laureano Staropoli withdrew from their scheduled bout.
In February 2025, PFL officially revealed that Storley would join the 2025 PFL Welterweight Tournament. In the opening round, he was set to face Magomed Umalatov, but Umalatov missed weight and was replaced by Joseph Luciano, whom Storley defeated by unanimous decision. He followed that with a semifinal unanimous decision win over Masayuki Kikuiri at PFL 5 on June 12, 2025. In the finals on August 1, 2025, at PFL 8, Storley faced Thad Jean and lost by unanimous decision.
Driving Style and Strengths
Storley operates as a wrestling-first fighter, using his folkstyle base to control opponents with takedowns, top pressure, and cage clinches. Over time, he has expanded his striking arsenal, relying on durable cardio and a composed pace to outwork rivals across fifteen minutes. Training at Kill Cliff FC has allowed him to round out his stand-up game while sharpening the grappling fundamentals that remain the foundation of his approach.
Notable Events and Milestones
Storley’s signature moment to date came on May 13, 2022, when he stepped in on short notice to face Michael “Venom” Page at Bellator 281 and captured the interim welterweight title by split decision. He also holds the distinction of being one of the rare fighters to compete in six NCAA Division I championship finals rounds as a four-time All-American, an amateur resume that translates directly into his professional wrestling dominance.
Logan Storley Career Wins
Logan Storley has compiled 18 professional victories across Bellator and the PFL, with wins spread across knockouts, technical knockouts, and decisions. His finishing rate remains strong, and he has consistently faced high-level opposition, including former champions, undefeated contenders, and top-ranked prospects in the welterweight division.
Bellator Highlights
During his Bellator run, Storley recorded a series of statement victories, including TKOs over Kemmyelle Haley, A.J. Matthews, E. J. Brooks, and Brennan Ward. He captured the interim welterweight championship by defeating Michael “Venom” Page in May 2022, one of the most talked-about fights in the division that year. His Bellator tenure ended with a second-round TKO of Brennan Ward at Bellator 298 in August 2023.
Other Wins & Performances
Outside of Bellator and PFL, Storley built his early career with five straight first-round knockouts on the regional circuit, establishing his finishing credentials. Within PFL, he added a unanimous decision win over Luca Poclit in 2024 and decisions over Joseph Luciano and Masayuki Kikuiri during the 2025 Welterweight Tournament.
Logan Storley Family
Family Background and Wrestling Lineage
Storley grew up in Roslyn, South Dakota, in a close-knit community that supported his wrestling from an early age. The discipline and work ethic instilled through his upbringing shaped the foundation that carried him from local tournaments to the national stage. Public details about his parents and immediate family remain limited, with most public attention focused on his career achievements rather than his personal background.
Personal Life
Storley resides in Webster, South Dakota, the town where he completed his high school career and built his early wrestling legacy. He earned a degree in business and marketing from the University of Minnesota, reflecting an interest in life beyond competition. Public information about his spouse, children, or other personal relationships has not been widely reported.
2025 Season Performance
Logan Storley’s 2025 campaign centered on the PFL Welterweight Tournament, where he entered as one of the favorites following his signing the previous year. He opened with a composed unanimous decision over replacement opponent Joseph Luciano after Magomed Umalatov missed weight, immediately putting himself in contention for the title.
In the semifinals at PFL 5 on June 12, 2025, Storley turned in another disciplined performance, taking a unanimous decision over Masayuki Kikuiri to book a spot in the finals. His ability to control range and dictate pace through his wrestling again proved decisive against a dangerous international opponent.
Storley’s run ended in the championship round at PFL 8 on August 1, 2025, where he faced Thad Jean and dropped a unanimous decision. Despite falling short of the tournament crown, his two decision wins earlier in the bracket reinforced his standing as a top welterweight, and he is expected to remain a central figure in PFL’s welterweight picture moving forward.