Tom Kilkenny has been in the martial arts community for over 30 years, practicing Jiu Jitsu, Muay Thai, Boxing and Wrestling for many years. Tom was born and raised on Long Island (Plainedge) and Queens (Howard Beach) and currently resides in the Hudson Valley (Hopewell Jct) NY. Tom is married to Felecia, his wife for over 20 years and has 2 amazing children-son Lorenzo also an ABC and Big Dan Certified Official and Daughter Chase. Tom is currently a Regional Account Manager with TLC Diagnostics and has been an Executive in the entertainment industry for over 25 years.
Tom brings over 10 years of combative sports regulation experience to USFMMA and is himself ABC and Big Dan Miragliotta Ultimate MMA Course certified. Tom was previously the officials course instructor and Regional Director at the USMTA for over 8 years and most recently resigned his role as the NE regional director with UMMAF/Kick International. He is excited to help grow the presence of USFMMA in the Northeastern United States as the new Regional Director.
Kilkenney says- “I’m excited to join an organization with strong leadership and shared values of integrity. professionalism and structure. I bring over 10 years of combative sports regulation to USFMMA and look forward to using that experience to facilitate safe regulation, training, and providing new opportunities for athletes on their combat sports journey!”
USFMMA Board member and legendary Coach Duke Roufus states “I look forward to supporting Tom as we extend our reach into the NE region. Tom brings a strong background in the regulation of Muay Thai and K1 in addition to Amateur MMA which will serve as an asset to the NE team. The NY market in particular holds a spot in my heart as it has been one of the major US outlets for the progression of Muay Thai in particular, which has been a strong part of my personal experience within combat sports!”
USFMMA Executive Director Diana Thomas-Williams also adds, “I am excited to see Tom Kilkenny coming onto the USFMMA team as our Northeast Regional Director. Tom has a strong background in the regulatory oversite for MMA and Muay Thai spanning over a decade. Tom has put together an experienced team of certified officials/staff in the region and we look forward to his support and continued growth of USFMMA in the Northeast.”
