Here are a couple photos form the trusty old iPhone…. sorry for the quality but they were not allowing cameras in, oh well. I brought my son Jordan and we were surprised by Babalu with FRONT ROW seats ! Thanks Professor !
The fight started well standing but Babalu shot in to take Southworth down. They spent a good bit of time on their feet though and late in the first round, Babalu cut his opponent with a solid left elbow. It turns out that Southworth’s injury was too much for the doctor to allow him to continue. The crowd was upset but the decision has been made and all the hard work by our friend Babalu has paid off, he is now the Strikeforce Light Heavyweight Champion. From what I could hear (it was loud in there), our professor mentioned his students in his post-fight interview, I think it is cool that he keeps us in his mind as he is out there in the ring.
We should see him back at the academy after a visit to Brazil with family. When he returns, I am sure he will continue to teach while he prepares for his upcoming firht with Matt Lindland in January. We look forward to your return professor!