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UFC Fighter Finds Motivation through his Son

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April 8, 2024
May 23, 2022
What is your 'why' in life? This MMA fighter found his in family.
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TJ Brown is a UFC fighter and his passion & success in the sport is inspired by his son. Growing up with an absent father motivated him to be the best dad he could be. TJ says his son is his reason for his desire to win.

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April 8, 2024
May 23, 2022
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