Words With A MAD Coach

MMA News / MAD Storm

NC P4P September 2025

Trapped in the Martial Art Matrix

Repetition isn’t neutral—it’s a weapon. In this show we unpack how reps shape reality in the cage and in life. When your training aligns with the 5 Elements—Posture, Position, Timing, Distance, Balance—your body writes the truth you want to express under pressure. But there’s a flip side: unchosen reps become cages. If you rehearse someone else’s narrative—on screens, in the gym, or in your circle—your nervous system files it as “normal” and a parallel reality starts throwing the punches for you.

MMA News

Major and Local MMA News Scouting

Getting Better But Not Improving

Getting better means you’re training, working hard, maybe even looking sharper.Improving, though — that means evolving. It means transformation. It means your habits, your decisions, and your results have changed.
Too many athletes confuse activity for progress. They’re sweating more, but thinking the same. Punching faster, but not smarter. They’ve upgraded the body, but not the system.

Performance vs. Showmanship

In this episode, we break down the critical difference between performance and showmanship in combat sports. Showmanship might get you attention in the moment — the walkouts, the trash talk, the crowd-pleasing antics. But once the bell rings, none of that matters. What separates true contenders from temporary hype is performance: how you execute under pressure, how you solve problems in real time, and how consistently you deliver results.
We’ll explore why chasing showmanship can be a dead-end path, while investing in performance creates longevity, respect, and opportunities. Whether you’re a fighter, a coach, or a fan, this conversation is about cutting through the noise and getting to what really wins fights.

Your Creative Mind

Drew The Screw Pais / Pro Debut

“On October 11th, Drew Pais makes the leap from decorated amateur to professional mixed martial artist. Known for his grit and finishing instincts, Pais built a 7–3 amateur record with four submission wins and a reputation for taking tough matchups. Outside the cage, he proved his striking pedigree by capturing a 2024 WAKO USA national K-1 title, showcasing the versatility that makes him dangerous in every phase of the fight. Trained out of North Carolina, Pais represents a new wave of talent blending kickboxing firepower with a grinding ground game. His pro debut isn’t just another fight — it’s the start of a career his supporters believe has been years in the making.”

MAD Coach and Demarco / UFC Perth

“From walk-off chaos to breakout performances, UFC Perth delivered a night of statement wins and highlight finishes. Carlos Ulberg extended his streak with a brutal first-round knockout of Dominick Reyes, cementing his spot among the light heavyweight elite. Jimmy Crute, Steve Pericic, and newcomer Tom Nolan all picked up bonuses with explosive finishes, showing that the next wave of talent is here. We break down the key storylines, where the winners go from here, and how City Kickboxing continues to build its legacy on the world stage. Tune in for fight analysis, event takeaways, and what this card means for the future of the UFC.”

Back Into The Swing Of Things

After a week away, I’m back behind the mic. Part of my sudden disappearance came down to a mix of technical headaches and a schedule that just wouldn’t let up. Sometimes life forces you to hit pause, but today reminded me why I love pressing record in the first place. Thanks for sticking with me—I’m excited to dive back in and keep the conversations going.