MONTREAL, Can. -- Former Edinboro University wrestling standout Josh Koscheck lost in his bid for the UFC welterweight championship on Saturday night. Fighting in the main event of UFC 124 in Montreal, the hometown of his opponent, champions George St. Pieree, Koscheck lost by unanimous decision to the fighter who many consider pound for pound the greatest in the sport. The five rounds ended with all three judges scoring it 50-45.
This marked the second meeting between the two, with St. Pierre winning by decision in 2007. The rivalry between the two intensified this summer as they served as opposing coaches on the Ultimate Fighter, the television show that gave Koscheck his start.
Koscheck is a former four-time All-American at Edinboro, including winning the national championship at 174 lbs. in 2001. He finished his career with a 128-17 record.
