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During a 2005 Standford University commencement speech, the late Steve Jobs famously told students to “stay hungry, stay foolish.” This now oft-repeated quote has become, for many, synonymous with following your heart and your dreams regardless of what naysayers or critics tell you. All to often, most of us end up studying, working, or living lives that others, most often our parents, friends, or society have told us is the most responsible thing to do. We sacrifice our dreams and stifle our creativity in order to satisfy the needs of others and live a life that is not our own because others assure us that our dreams are a one way ticket to nowhere. So what, you ask, does all of this have to do with Muay Thai? Well, this past weekend many Muay Thai fans were a part of history for our beloved sport, as not just one but five stellar Muay Thai events took place right here in North America. I truly believe that no matter how you look at it, this past year has been a resounding success for the sport of Muay Thai in America. And this weekend proved that the sport is growing at an exponential rate, as is the Muay Thai talent that America is developing. The U.S., once the laughingstock of the global Muay Thai community, has slowly and quietly built up its talent through hours of hard work, determination, and perseverance. American blood and sweat soaked gym floors have bred a new … Continue reading →