Ryan LaFlare could have walked away from life as a professional mixed martial artist.After beginning his career with six straight wins under the Ring of Combat banner, his promising start came to an abrupt halt as a combination of injuries led to the Long Island native enduring a two-and-a-half year hiatus.But for a man who always felt like he had unfinished business when it came to his athletic endeavors, quitting wasn’t an option.* * * *Over the years, athletes from various backgrounds have made the transition to MMA.From collegiate wrestlers and traditional martial artists … Read the Full Article Here
LaFlare on the Long Road to the Top
Ryan LaFlare could have walked away from life as a professional mixed martial artist.After beginning his career with six straight wins under the Ring of Combat banner, his promising start came to an abrupt halt as a combination of injuries led to the Long Island native enduring a two-and-a-half year hiatus.But for a man who always felt like he had unfinished business when it came to his athletic endeavors, quitting wasn’t an option.* * * *Over the years, athletes from various backgrounds have made the transition to MMA.From collegiate wrestlers and traditional martial artists … Read the Full Article Here