Ep. 137 Chase Boyde, 247 Fighting Championships, Brawl in the Burgh 2

Respect is sometimes difficult to receive or giveaway. Loosely, it means having a high regard for one's abilities, actions or achievements. When you give it, chances are, that person is on the receiving end of it, as well. MMA FanCast's Jim and Luke took a short trip this time, traveling to Monaca, PA, home of Armezzani Jiu Jitsu Academy, to talk with Chase Boyde, who understands what respect is. Boyde will be fighting for the inaugural 247 Fighting Championships Amateur Welterweight belt at Brawl in the Burgh 2, stepping into the cage with a 4-0 record. He's very aware the opponent across the mat is well qualified to be where he's at, opposite of Boyde and battling for the same belt. And that's the exact type of opponent he wants, someone who has the abilities to keep him from his goal. He can respect that. It's a big part of what drives him and helps with the motivation. Youngsters looking up to him as their teacher, coach and friend is another driving factor. The crew at MMA FanCast can respect that. You should, too, by listening to his story.