Back in the Swing of Things

10. June 2010 by Don Ebuen.

So much going on lately. Finally back from an injured shoulder. Got into West Coast every day this week and it feels GREAT. It’s great to back in training. And its amazing how much everyone is improving at West Coast. One of my favorite training partners right now is Brian Valdez. Brian is a young kid with the ground game of a seasoned practitioner. His defense on the ground is amazing. And no matter how long I stack him for, he just withstands it until he’s free. I am going to submit him soon. At least I hope to.

Fury Unleashed
Great MMA event at the Chumash Casino and the One Man’s Quest Team was all there to represent!!! Team Dojo and Team West Coast represented to the fullest! The night was set on fire with the West Coast amateurs starting off the show. Mad respect to Marc, Mo and Frank…showing how it’s done at West Coast. Lots of action and all their fights had flashes of great things to come for West Coast Fight Team.

Todd “Reign Man” Templeton (One Man’s Quest, Team West Coast and Team Dojo) made his return to the cage. Although, the decision didnt favor Todd this time, his cage presence, performance and heart definitely won him more fans. Todd is definitely a fight fan’s fighter. He brings intensity, excitement and entertainment to the cage.

Nick “Bone” Braker (Team West Coast) handed Art Rivas from Bas Rutten’s camp his FIRST professional loss with a dominant performance. Landing hard jabs and controlling EVERYTHING on the ground while giving up 45 pounds!!!!

Team Dojo’s Jared “Jackhammer” Papazian and Jamie “The Ghost” Toney KILLED IT. Jackhammer annihilated his opponent (and knocked out 2 of his teeth) and Jamie was well on his way to knocking out his opponent before it was stopped due to a accidental poke in the eye.

Great night of fights all captured by Mervin Petralba. Check out www.elitephoto-mp.com for all the pictures!

Welcome Chris Saunders!
Gracie Jiu Jitsu black belt Chris Saunders has officially joined the West Coast team. Chris teaches a great class every Tuesday night at WCJJ. He focuses on great stretching techniques and really fine tuning your basic jiu jitsu fundamentals. Get in and check it out!!!!

Back on My Diet
I havent been really following my diet as of late but I seemed to have kept the majority of the pounds from returning. I started my diet today which consists of oatmeal, fruits, protein shakes and TONS of water. Time to flush all the bad stuff out and get in the best shape of my life.

Stay tuned friends.

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