Nate Diaz is arguably Stockton’s most famous son and now he has some hardware to back that up.
On Saturday, Diaz was awarded a “key to the city” of his California hometown by Mayor Kevin J. Lincoln at a Stockton Kings game. The Kings — formerly known as the Bighorns based out of Reno, Nev., until 2018 — are the G-League affiliate of the NBA’s Sacramento Kings.
View photos and video from the ceremony.
” We want to express our gratitude for your determination and grit every time that you enter a fight,” Lincoln expressed in praise of Diaz. And I also want to let you know that the city you represent .”
is built on that determination and grit.
Throughout his 18-year fighting career, Diaz has frequently mentioned his Stockton roots. He and brother Nick have become icons in the community as they’ve found success in the UFC and Strikeforce among other notable promotions.
Diaz is currently a free agent, having fought out his contract at UFC 279 this past September with a submission win over Tony Ferguson. Wherever he ends up next, his hometown loyalty won’t waver.
“I want say it’s an honor, thank you very much to Stockton, California, for rocking with me,” Diaz said. “I have been rocking Stockton all the time… I will continue to rock Stockton, .”
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Source: https://www.mmafighting.com/2022/12/4/23492684/video-nate-diaz-awarded-key-to-the-city-of-stockton?rand=96749
