Comments on: Mike Dolce’s “Ultimate Fighter 7″ blog: week 2

By: Tom in Canada

Tom in Canada — Thu, 17 Apr 2008 03:22:01 +0000

Here I am calling him a dummy and I say, “I justed finished”. Too funny.

My bad.

Maybe I’m being harsh, but these guys ought to consider how they portray themselves because other than just fighting in the UFC, TUF can launch business opportunities for these guys. If you come off like an Ass you might be closing the door on alot of potential opportunities.

By: Tom in Canada

Tom in Canada — Thu, 17 Apr 2008 03:16:14 +0000

While my thoughts regarding Riddle’s knockout of Simmler have not changed, I justed finished watching episode 3 and I now view Riddle in a different light.

The guy appears to be as bright as a 5 watt light bulb. So when looking at whether or not he showed concern for his opponent, I feel that if he expressed no concern it was only because he’s too stupid to form a sentence.

Sorry Riddle, but you look like a complete JackAss.

By: bbinfu

bbinfu — Wed, 16 Apr 2008 19:38:32 +0000

In defense of Riddle, and yes I am biased, you have to realize this was not his first “big” KO. It was his first KO ever and only his second MMA fight!!

Hence, I would suggest that if he responded somewhat like an inexperienced kid on the biggest stage in the world, that would be appropriate as that is exactly what he is/was.

Having said that, I can assure you that once Matthew learned that the aftermath of the KO was not normal, he exhibited the appropriate amount of concern for his fallen opponent. We actually ran into Dan at the TUF 8 tryouts and the two combatants had a very nice conversation and Matt sincerely wished him well in his recovery and future career.

I can tell you first hand that Matt is one hell of a nice kid. A bit crazy, as I am confident everyone will find out in the coming weeks, but he does not have an unkind bone in his body.

Cocky?? Yes. Overzealous? Perhaps. Immature? ABSO-F’N-LUTELY! Inexperienced? For Sure. But, Dick head? No way. And Talented? You bet your ass!

Keep up the good work Riddle. We beleive in you 100%!

By: pete from ny

pete from ny — Wed, 16 Apr 2008 15:25:15 +0000

dont be so hard on riddle respect come with experience tank abott did the same thing riddle did every time he knock a person out there was no show of respect i think you will see alot more of riddle in years to come and if he keeps knocking fighters out like old dan than i will watch everyone of his fights that is why we watch keep knocking heads riddle dont change a thing

By: Hayo72

Hayo72 — Wed, 16 Apr 2008 14:16:48 +0000

Hey guys…. way to stay on point :)

Dolce grats on the KO bud, good stuff. I look forward to seeing the rest of the season, looks like a pretty serious bunch of guys.

At the very least it doesnt seem like there are any Ruediggers in the bunch. F’n enema fer petes sake

By: Focker101

Focker101 — Wed, 16 Apr 2008 12:34:20 +0000

Seems to me that moaning he did on the mat is effecting people very deeply

I assure you had Simmler not been moaning everyone would be talking about what a great fight that was and how good Riddle looked

yeah that sound was horrible

By: ANTfromSF

ANTfromSF — Tue, 15 Apr 2008 21:29:51 +0000

Blah blah blah… Yeah he knocked him out. But damn Herb (Dean) stop the fight! Punk a** Riddle jumped on him and then landed two (maybe a third) pounds to the jaw of Simmler! Dan was obviosly out as soon as his back hit the canvas!(i reconzied the concusion when he was assisted by the TUF staff) Ok, i know (and you know) he was knocked out with that punch, but the poor sportsmanship is what knocked me out. You knock out or get knocked out – but damn reconize your accomplishment in another way other than what i witnessed in the afthermath. Little Matt R, cheezing for camera, gloating about his 1st knockout. Hell, i’d be gunning for Riddle out if i was on the show. Not denying A knockout for sure…
Good luck Mike – nice knockout your damnself. Take out Riddle!!
PEACE

By: Larry Vollmer

Larry Vollmer — Tue, 15 Apr 2008 15:21:34 +0000

Tom – Great comment and valid points. Thanks for posting.

By: Tom from Canada

Tom from Canada — Tue, 15 Apr 2008 14:38:02 +0000

You Mocking me Crazy? lol

By: Crazy

Crazy — Tue, 15 Apr 2008 11:08:07 +0000

Hi tom.
You seem like a very smart guy :)