Champion Grappler

• I literally am walking on cloud 9 right now. I just lost the State Grappling match to the current Champion in my division. Our match lasted over 30 minutes and I walked away smiling and hugging the guy. (I'm a hugger) Why you may ask. I was able to be happy with my performance without being emotionally attached to the outcome. Winning requires the experience of loss sometimes in order to appreciate it.

I appreciate the supportive comments I received in posting this experience on Facebook.  I have included a few of these comments below:

Murray Barker Amen Brother. Great and rewarding experience too.

 

CoreyCub Keller You're a better man than I am.

 

Dennis Espinoza Only way to go, people that attach self worth to externals have a rough go of it in life.

 

Tracey Scalise Well said!

 

Amber De'Toles It was a great match--very exciting to watch! From the repeated take down attempts to the attempt at a wet willy! The evolution of your attitude and level of composure during competition has contributed to your success and your development as a professional fighter. I am glad you can enjoy the execution of the skills you are working so hard to master in a sport you love so much.

 

Laurie Shitdisturber Smith You are a true warrior!!

 

Wade Alexander it was a pleasure to watch...and a pleasure to cheer you on!

 

Ed Doyle REALLY good stuff Kai!! The greater the struggle the more glorious the triumph...