Comments on: Fan Reactions to UFC 79 http://www.matt-hughes.com/blog/2007/12/31/fan-reactions-to-ufc-79/ 9-Time UFC Welterweight Champion Fri, 21 Nov 2008 22:39:51 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.6 By: Patrick Zimmerman http://www.matt-hughes.com/blog/2007/12/31/fan-reactions-to-ufc-79/#comment-2395 Patrick Zimmerman Thu, 17 Jan 2008 18:59:52 +0000 http://www.matt-hughes.com/blog/2007/12/31/fan-reactions-to-ufc-79/#comment-2395 Matt, I was really impressed with your character at UFC79. Even though you lost, you showed great sportsmanship in your post-fight comments. You behaved the way a champion should behave. I find that GSP and yourself bring the best out in each other as fighters and as representatives of the sport. I believe that GSP, like you, is a great role model and that his time has arrived. I think that you could beat anyone in the welterweight division except GSP (at least not consistently) but I hope you don't bother to fight at lower rungs of the division (except perhaps the much anticipated match with Matt Serra). If you retire, you can do so knowing that you have created a lasting legacy and that you have advanced the image of the sport very positively. You also appear to have great coaching and training skills to bring to up-and-coming fighters. Best of luck in whatever you decide to do next. Matt,
I was really impressed with your character at UFC79. Even though you lost, you showed great sportsmanship in your post-fight comments. You behaved the way a champion should behave. I find that GSP and yourself bring the best out in each other as fighters and as representatives of the sport. I believe that GSP, like you, is a great role model and that his time has arrived. I think that you could beat anyone in the welterweight division except GSP (at least not consistently) but I hope you don’t bother to fight at lower rungs of the division (except perhaps the much anticipated match with Matt Serra). If you retire, you can do so knowing that you have created a lasting legacy and that you have advanced the image of the sport very positively. You also appear to have great coaching and training skills to bring to up-and-coming fighters. Best of luck in whatever you decide to do next.

]]> By: lblack http://www.matt-hughes.com/blog/2007/12/31/fan-reactions-to-ufc-79/#comment-2295 lblack Tue, 08 Jan 2008 00:42:20 +0000 http://www.matt-hughes.com/blog/2007/12/31/fan-reactions-to-ufc-79/#comment-2295 Matt, Just wanted you to know that I am a big fan of yours. I was so sad for you on the loss to George St. Pierre. I have been watching UFC, for I believe the past four years with my husband, and have not missed a PPV fight yet. Let me just say, "I was not impressed with George St. Pierre's performance" lol. Seriously now, I know you have a big decision in front of you and let me just tell you what I do when I have a big decision. I think of the chapter in the book of Proverbs (In all your ways, acknowledge him, and he will direct your path). Hope that helps and God Bless you and your family. Matt,
Just wanted you to know that I am a big fan of yours. I was so sad for you on the loss to George St. Pierre. I have been watching UFC, for I believe the past four years with my husband, and have not missed a PPV fight yet. Let me just say, “I was not impressed with George St. Pierre’s performance” lol. Seriously now, I know you have a big decision in front of you and let me just tell you what I do when I have a big decision. I think of the chapter in the book of Proverbs (In all your ways, acknowledge him, and he will direct your path). Hope that helps and God Bless you and your family.

]]> By: gator28 http://www.matt-hughes.com/blog/2007/12/31/fan-reactions-to-ufc-79/#comment-2269 gator28 Sat, 05 Jan 2008 19:19:14 +0000 http://www.matt-hughes.com/blog/2007/12/31/fan-reactions-to-ufc-79/#comment-2269 Matt, First off, I would just like to thank you for being such an impressive role model for so many people out there. Obviously, I was extemely dissapointed in the outcome of the fight, but I hope this is just a springboard for great things for you in the future. I'm confident that it will be. I also want to thank you for your support of the troops. Many of us were watching the fight and pulling for you. It feels great to have support from so many of you guys. Hope to see you back in the octagon soon. Happy New Year to you and your family. Take care and God bless. Matt,
First off, I would just like to thank you for being such an impressive role model for so many people out there. Obviously, I was extemely dissapointed in the outcome of the fight, but I hope this is just a springboard for great things for you in the future. I’m confident that it will be. I also want to thank you for your support of the troops. Many of us were watching the fight and pulling for you. It feels great to have support from so many of you guys. Hope to see you back in the octagon soon. Happy New Year to you and your family. Take care and God bless.

]]> By: davrit1992 http://www.matt-hughes.com/blog/2007/12/31/fan-reactions-to-ufc-79/#comment-2257 davrit1992 Fri, 04 Jan 2008 20:42:24 +0000 http://www.matt-hughes.com/blog/2007/12/31/fan-reactions-to-ufc-79/#comment-2257 matt, as a massive fan of mma i feel that you have been nothing but an absolute legend in the sport. you have provided us with many memorable moments powerbomb on newton two chokes on trigg and so many more. you have always been humble and a true martial artist as you are respectful in defeat. i only hope you do not retire as i feel you have maybe one big bang before you go out. forever and always a Legend and a hero to myself, thank you. your fan David Ritchie 15 (Northern Ireland matt,
as a massive fan of mma i feel that you have been nothing but an absolute legend in the sport. you have provided us with many memorable moments powerbomb on newton two chokes on trigg and so many more. you have always been humble and a true martial artist as you are respectful in defeat. i only hope you do not retire as i feel you have maybe one big bang before you go out. forever and always a Legend and a hero to myself, thank you.
your fan David Ritchie 15 (Northern Ireland

]]> By: Rev Jim http://www.matt-hughes.com/blog/2007/12/31/fan-reactions-to-ufc-79/#comment-2250 Rev Jim Fri, 04 Jan 2008 03:27:50 +0000 http://www.matt-hughes.com/blog/2007/12/31/fan-reactions-to-ufc-79/#comment-2250 Matt, I have been a long time fan. You have always been a class act. You have represented Christ well. While I was disappointed with the outcome of the match, I was once again impressed by your character and stand. I am hoping you will make an appearance in Florida near us. The adult SS class I teach has had great men's outings to the UFC events. Are any of your training sessions open to the public? I'm hoping that you will visit N Fl and give me a chance to guide you fishing. Rev Jim Matt,
I have been a long time fan. You have always been a class act. You have represented Christ well. While I was disappointed with the outcome of the match, I was once again impressed by your character and stand. I am hoping you will make an appearance in Florida near us. The adult SS class I teach has had great men’s outings to the UFC events. Are any of your training sessions open to the public? I’m hoping that you will visit N Fl and give me a chance to guide you fishing.
Rev Jim

]]> By: gmboomerp http://www.matt-hughes.com/blog/2007/12/31/fan-reactions-to-ufc-79/#comment-2238 gmboomerp Thu, 03 Jan 2008 15:30:28 +0000 http://www.matt-hughes.com/blog/2007/12/31/fan-reactions-to-ufc-79/#comment-2238 I just wanted to say that I am a new Matt Hughes fan. Before the last St. Pierre fight I did not have much respect for Matt. The comments after the fight made me like Matt. I now have alot of respect for Matt not only for the fighter that he is but also for the man that he is. I just wanted to say that I am a new Matt Hughes fan. Before the last St. Pierre fight I did not have much respect for Matt. The comments after the fight made me like Matt. I now have alot of respect for Matt not only for the fighter that he is but also for the man that he is.

]]> By: krisflorida http://www.matt-hughes.com/blog/2007/12/31/fan-reactions-to-ufc-79/#comment-2198 krisflorida Wed, 02 Jan 2008 17:13:40 +0000 http://www.matt-hughes.com/blog/2007/12/31/fan-reactions-to-ufc-79/#comment-2198 Matt, Still the reason I watch the UFC, in loss or victory you are the champ! Wishing you & your family health and continued success in 2008! Matt,
Still the reason I watch the UFC, in loss or victory you are the champ! Wishing you & your family health and continued success in 2008!

]]> By: Rob Schut http://www.matt-hughes.com/blog/2007/12/31/fan-reactions-to-ufc-79/#comment-2195 Rob Schut Wed, 02 Jan 2008 12:58:02 +0000 http://www.matt-hughes.com/blog/2007/12/31/fan-reactions-to-ufc-79/#comment-2195 Hey Matt, I think you're the true champion and you're still my number 1 in MMA! I feld sorry for your loss against GSP. Please don't retire! Rob Hey Matt,

I think you’re the true champion and you’re still my number 1 in MMA! I feld sorry for your loss against GSP.
Please don’t retire!

Rob

]]> By: tim http://www.matt-hughes.com/blog/2007/12/31/fan-reactions-to-ufc-79/#comment-2190 tim Wed, 02 Jan 2008 07:04:02 +0000 http://www.matt-hughes.com/blog/2007/12/31/fan-reactions-to-ufc-79/#comment-2190 MATT , wow GSP was very impressive however you look at that fight,but he will never be a MATT HUGHES . I was completely heart broken after that match.You will always be a winner in my eyes,I love to watch you fight. It won't be the same to me if you leave but it could be worse.I wish you the best in whatever you do.With a wife ,kids,$4.00 corn/$10.00 beans,and $3.00 fuel you have alot to think about and knowbody should expect an answer right away.JUST FOLLOW YOUR HEART, it's the way to happiness!! MATT , wow GSP was very impressive however you look at that fight,but he will never be a MATT HUGHES . I was completely heart broken after that match.You will always be a winner in my eyes,I love to watch you fight. It won’t be the same to me if you leave but it could be worse.I wish you the best in whatever you do.With a wife ,kids,$4.00 corn/$10.00 beans,and $3.00 fuel you have alot to think about and knowbody should expect an answer right away.JUST FOLLOW YOUR HEART, it’s the way to happiness!!

]]> By: albert2010 http://www.matt-hughes.com/blog/2007/12/31/fan-reactions-to-ufc-79/#comment-2188 albert2010 Wed, 02 Jan 2008 04:47:16 +0000 http://www.matt-hughes.com/blog/2007/12/31/fan-reactions-to-ufc-79/#comment-2188 Matt, you are the only reason why I watch the UFC. I can't name any other athlete in this world that has won 9 titles in their sport. You have been, and continue to be an inspiration to many people. You are my hero because of the way you carry yourself. You are a first class athlete. You are a legend in the sport of MMA. Matt, you are the only reason why I watch the UFC. I can’t name any other athlete in this world that has won 9 titles in their sport. You have been, and continue to be an inspiration to many people. You are my hero because of the way you carry yourself. You are a first class athlete. You are a legend in the sport of MMA.

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