Originally Posted by
Barracuda187
Hey guys, I think its a shame in a way that people are quick to react to this young lad as if he is indeed an adult. Let me make this clear that I in no way am trying to disrespect or discredit this young mans ability or the fact he has come on to stir up some interest but I think we should be helping guide him, rather than challenging his post.
He obviously is very talented and appears to be an intelligient from his posts but if you think back to when you were 16 years of age, and how much you thought you knew about stuff then and then to now......... and how much you realise you dont know in contrast (Perhaps showing my old age!!) there is a big difference. There have been some positive suggestions to this young talent and I would hope he finds some solid mentors who can guide not only his progress but can help him discover the type of attitude that will lead him to continue to be successful in both his sporting career and his life.
Afterall, he is just doing what he thinks he should from what he has seen in the sport. We all know that people can peak at different times and having a supportive network to keep you grounded is vital in that athletes development.
Personally I would suggest that he uses the next two years to compete at high levels in maybe a few of the pure disciplines we find in MMA as it sounds like he wants to have a challenge, whether its BJJ/Wrestling/Boxing etc so he continues to learn. I would obviously suggest he continues with his current MMA training as that will keep him tied in to the greater purpose.
I'm sure his coaches at nextgen are doing a great job as they are very good there but I think a few people were a bit to quick to react to his statement/proposition with negativity. I think this kid needs understanding and I think if we work to help him who knows we may have a UK UFC champ in the future or maybe we just help a young man find his way. Goodluck to him and goodluck to everyone! We are all one mother fckers!
Keep the faith :)