First Blog

Being part of the TUF show was an interesting experience. I have been watching it for years so hanging with the crew and seeing it from the inside was fun. Working with Chuck is always good. We’ve been training together off and on since 1999. We’ve got a good rhythm and he’s fun even when he’s working hard and being serious and he’s very serious about his upcoming fight.

The guys in the cast were a bunch of hungry and hard working fighters. They were there to learn and gave it their best shot. There were some really great fights I’m looking forward to seeing again.

Some of the other coaches, Hackleman, Antonio Banuelos are old friends and great to train with. Olympic gold medal boxer, Howard Davis Jr. is a new friend and a great trainer. I took advantage of his time whenever I could and he was very generous about it. He’s someone I hope to work with again.

But it’s always great to be back home. Back taking my daughter to the movies and beaches and to hang out with my brother and his family and my friends. And of course its good to be training with my teammates. I’m training hard and planning on bringing the fight to Dan. This is a big one for me and I really thank everyone for their support.