10 Questions With Greg Loughran (3/10/2010)

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10 Questions With Greg Loughran (by Darrick Patrick)

Greg "The Hitman" Loughran is a professional mixed martial artist who has appeared in organizations such as Bellator Fighting Championships, Art Of Fighting, Cage Gladiators, Ultimate Fighting Revolution, Pain and Glory, Cage Warriors Fighting Championships, Strike and Submit, Cage Rage, Sportfight Scotland, Ultimate Combat, Goshin Ryu MMA Championships, Ring Of Truth, Angrrr Management, Rings Ireland, Shooto, Extreme Combat, Ultimate Fight Night, Cage Wars, and Ultimate Zone International. At the time of this interview, his next scheduled match is against Edson Berto in Art Of Fighting at AOF 7: Pay Day on April 3rd, 2010.

Darrick: What was the road that led you to professional mixed martial arts competition?

Greg: What got me into MMA was that I broke my leg at school and I ended up getting really fat. My workmate at the time had started mixed martial arts and he invited me along to check it out. Everything fell into place from then.

Darrick: Your next scheduled fight is against Edson Berto on April 3rd. What are your thoughts about this upcoming match?

Greg: Edson is a tough, well-rounded opponent. I'm training hard for this fight and I'm going to give it my all. I'm grateful to God that I'm fit enough to compete in this sport at this level.

Darrick: Who are a few of the people in the sport that you highly respect?

Greg: There are a lot of people I respect within the sport, but mainly my coach David Patterson who has pushed me to this level and has been a great friend to me. Also, Cage Warriors management Tommy Gleeson and Ian Dean for having faith in me and being good friends as well.

Darrick: What brings you the most fulfillment out of martial arts?

Greg: Being able to travel and compete in different countries is the most fulfilling part of the sport for me. I get the opportunity to meet a lot of nice people and experience different cultures.

Darrick: Do you have any words of advice for other individuals looking to compete in MMA?

Greg: If you are just in the sport to wear a TapouT or Cage Fighter t-shirt, then stop. You are only trashing the image of mixed martial arts and the hard work that we put into it. True martial arts is about discipline and respect.

Darrick: Who are some of the people that greatly influenced you while growing up?

Greg: The people who have had the most influence for me have to be my mum and dad. They have given me a good upbringing and I'm fit to go anywhere in the world right now and mix in.

Darrick: Outside of MMA, what are your other interests?

Greg: My other interests are sports of all kind. I can relate to the dedication and discipline that other athletes have. I've been to a few Orlando Magic games since I've been in Orlando and I'm beginning to like basketball a lot.

Darrick: What is your oldest memory?

Greg: I remember my first day at school. I cried so much and also attempted to walk home.

Darrick: Tell us something about you that most people don't know.

Greg: I love to drink Guinness when I'm not getting ready for a fight. The drink of champions!

Darrick: If you had superpowers, what would they be?

Greg: My power would to be able to eat whatever you want and not gain weight. That way I could fight every weekend. (Laughs)

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