MMAjunkie is proud to announce the addition of veteran combat-sports journalist Brent Brookhouse, who’s joined the website as an assistant editor.

Brookhouse, an experienced editor and writer who’s produced some of the sport’s most prominent investigative and enterprise pieces, will help oversee the day-to-day editorial operations of MMAjunkie, which is part of USA TODAY Sports Media Group.

Brookhouse, who’s based out of the Southwest Michigan area, will also contribute MMA content to USA TODAY print and online editions. His first day on the job is Jan. 20.

“MMAjunkie has long been recognized as the premier source for MMA news and information,” Brookhouse said. “As someone who has been around MMA journalism for many years, I’ve seen massive shifts in the media landscape, but MMAjunkie has always remained in a position of relevance, something that only happens through dedication to quality journalism. The opportunity to come on board with a staff this talented is an honor, and I look forward to being a part of something great.”

Brookhouse recently served as managing editor of BloodyElbow.com. Under his leadership, the site earned its first World MMA Awards “Best Media Source” nomination this year. Prior to joining the site, Brookhouse worked in information technology while running a personal website devoted to boxing and MMA.

“When we posted a recent job listing, we received a number of qualified candidates,” said Dann Stupp, MMAjunkie’s editor-in-chief and USA TODAY’s senior MMA editor. “However, Brent had long been on our radar as a potential team member. Over the past couple years, he’s really made a name for himself.

“He’s talented, versatile and handles himself as a true professional. He brings a number of tools to the company. He’s exactly what we were looking for.”

Brookhouse can be found on Twitter at @brentbrookhouse.