Nicco Montano was the underdog story of “The Ultimate Fighter 26,” as she emerged from the reality show to become the UFC’s inaugural female flyweight champion.
Due to her achievement, Montano was recently honored by the 23rd Navajo Nation Council, according to a report from The Navajo Post. The 29-year-old FIT-NHB representative is a member of the Navajo Nation from the community of Lukachukai.
Accompanied by her family, Montano received a plaque on the Council Chamber floor from Council Delegate Tom Chee and Speaker Lorenzo Bates. She then thanked her supporters and received a gift from Bates.