09/28/2026
Three years.
Same two kids. A whole lot of work in between.
Mason and Logan started competing in developmental tournaments, learning how to handle the nerves, the pressure, winning, losing, making mistakes and getting better.
They didn't skip steps.
They competed. They learned. They grew. And when the time came to move into full-contact MMA, they were ready for that next step.
These pictures are exactly why I believe so strongly in developmental competition. The goal isn't to see how quickly we can get a young athlete into a cage. The goal is to give them the experience and skills they need so that when they do get there, they belong there.
I'm incredibly proud of both of these young men—not just for the fighters they've become, but for the discipline, maturity and character they've developed along the way.
And they're still developing.
What a difference three years makes.
Trust the process. Don't be afraid to take the long road.
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