The U.S. men's national team is set to face Panama on Thursday (6 p.m. ET, Fox/Univision) in a crucial Group C clash at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta.
After beginning spring training as Boston's No. 5 starter, Houck has leveled up both his arsenal and his command this season.
Procházka's unwavering belief in himself, grounded in samurai principles, remains his greatest asset ahead of his rematch with Alex Pereira on Saturday at UFC 303.