What Do We Do About Gordon Ryan?By Kevin Written in 2022 I’ve been covering Gordon Ryan as a “journalist” since the beginning of his career—long before professional jiu-jitsu got attention from mainstream outlets. I’m not a professional writer. I’m just a guy who loves jiu-jitsu and happened to write for a few decent publications at […]
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Written in 2021 Saturday’s knockout defeat at the hands of Dustin Poirier seemed to answer many long-standing questions about Conor McGregor and his legacy. The former two-division UFC champion turned whiskey mogul captivated the fight world for nearly a decade. Watching it all come crashing down felt like a mix of cathartic schadenfreude and sadness.
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The most important day of anyone’s jiu-jitsu journey is the first day they step on the mat. That day you receive your white belt signifies a willing commitment to face the unknown. A friend might have endlessly talked about BJJ changing their life, or you’ve finally seen enough UFC events at the Wing House to
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