Julius “Juice Box” Walker, a 25-year-old light heavyweight mixed martial artist from Springfield, Missouri, made his UFC debut on February 22, 2025, at UFC Fight Night: Cejudo vs. Song in Seattle.
Stepping in on ten days’ notice, Walker faced veteran Alonzo Menifield. Walker suffered his first professional loss via split decision despite a valiant effort.
Highlights
- Julius Walker made his UFC debut on February 22, 2025, at UFC Fight Night: Cejudo vs. Song.
- Walker is married to his beloved wife, Paige Yarnell Walker, a graduate of Drury University.
- Julius is the father of two daughters, Rainy, born in 2020, and Josie, born in 2024.
On February 15, 2025, Julius Walker announced his signing with UFC through his Instagram account writing,
Well guys I got signed to the UFC on Wednesday. I’ll be fighting Alonzo Menifield, the #15 ranked 205er in the world next weekend in Seattle. I’m incredibly honored and excited for the opportunity. Not satisfied until we get the W though.
Julius Walker
Furthermore, on February 22, 2025, Julius Walker and Alonzo Menifield stood against each other in the octagon in which Alonzo drew victory over Julius.
After the match, Julius shared his thoughts on his X (formerly Twitter account). The mixed martial artist writes,
Didn’t quite get the job done but no excuses at all. Hats off to @alonzomenifield you’re a beast man. Back to the grind, I’ve got work to do!!
Julius Walker
Prior to this bout, Julius held an undefeated record of 6-0 as a pro, with four wins by knockout and two by submission.
Similarly, before transitioning to MMA, Walker was a standout basketball player at Drury University and an all-state basketball and soccer player in high school.
Julius Walker And His Wife, Paige Walker, Attended Drury University
Julius Walker married his love of life, Paige Yarnell Walker, on September 1, 2023. They have been dating since 2021, according to the couple’s social media posts.
Though the couple started dating in 2021, their fate was connected around 2017, when both attended Drury University.
Paige graduated from the University in 2019, while Julius Walker played basketball for the University team in the 2017 and 2018 seasons.
Later, he attended Michigan State University, graduating with a Finance degree in 2023.
Furthermore, Julius Walker’s wife, Paige, is an honorary graduate of Drury University. In a video posted on the college’s official YouTube channel, Paige expresses her experience with the college.
Now, Paige Walker is an assistant to the principal at Dayspring Christian School in Springfield, Missouri, United States.
Julius Walker And Paige Walker Are Guardian To Two Adorable Daughters Of Five Years And Six Months
Mixed martial artist Julius Walker lives in Springfield, Missouri, with his wife, Paige, and two daughters, Rainy and Josie Walker.
Walker welcomed his elder daughter, Rainy Walker, in January 2020. Upon her arrival, the first time father had posted on his Facebook account writing,
Welcome to our world, Rainy B!
Julius Walker
Rainy is the pretty princess of her father, Julius. His social media posts are full of adorable father-daughter moments.
On July 27, 2023, Rainy started her schooling. 5-year-old Rainy is in elementary school as of 2025. Capturing the moment of her first day at school, Julius Walker posted,
My not so little girl had her first day of school today Not ready for all this growing up she is doing. We made sure to get a picture together to remember the day!
Julius Walker
Furthermore, the couple welcomed their second daughter, Josie Marie Walker, on August 28, 2024.
Additional Information
- Julius Walker’s wife, Paige, is the eldest of two siblings; she has a younger sister and a younger brother.
- Julius Walker’s parents are Julius Walker and Letita White-Minnis.
- Beyond his career in the octagon, Julius also works as a security guard at Billiards Sports Bar & Grill.
