Match 1

This was a good match. My opponent was a strong dude. I've never had anyone from under mount lift my leg up like he does, so at the end, I was sure to grapevine his legs to keep that from happening again.

Fair warning, though. My 12 year old son was my videographer, so it's difficult to watch! Think Paul Greengrass on a bad day.



Funny white belt story (I say "white belt" because I'm sure that a conversation like this wouldn't have happened between more experienced competitors).

Me: "You're Bruce? I think we're up next."
Him: "How long have you been training."
Me: "About a year. You?"
Him: "Since April. You cut much weight?"
Me: "Yeah. I walk around at about 200 lbs."
Him: "Really??? How heavy are you today?"
Me: "I don't know exactly. I was 195 this morning."

The look on his face was priceless. Anyone who knows me would've known I was bs'ing, but I guess my deadpan delivery is difficult for strangers to read. He's a nice guy, though, and very competitive.