The Philosophy Behind the USMF and YDL in the United States Explained

[Kevin von Duuglas-Ittu]

This is a very good article, probably the best I've ever come across, detailing the local Muay Thai fight scene on the East Coast of the US, but connecting it up with National movement in the sport, and large scale philosophical values. If interested in any of these things do read:

Changing the Way Muay Thai is Done on the East Coast by Pari “Cherry” Aryafar

I really enjoyed the folding of description in with interview and leadership perspective, and the photos. Events and orgs are just never covered with this kind of scope and depth, totally refreshing to read. I can't go along with the idea that this is necessarily "real" Muay Thai, in that the USMF/IFMA line of representation necessarily pushes this emphasis, blurring the notable and significant differences amateur ruleset brings to the sport, but I can certainly go along with this is real-er Muay Thai, bringing local fighting and youth fighting closer to the fighting of Thailand. This article, this writing, creates excitement on every level providing an important keyhole into the efforts being done to stimulate and nourish Muay Thai in the United States. 

[threeoaks]

Sent a screen cap of this post to Pari.  It’s a great article right?  Very clear perspective.  She is very smart & works so hard and has been so crucial to the lady’s fight night I’m holding in a couple weeks. She says she feels so cool to be on your site!