Those Who Can Fight, Don’t

Posted on 08. Nov, 2009 by joannagreer in Op-Ed

By Ellen Morrison (Class of 2010), in her own words.

“There are two different types of fighting.  The first kind is regulated, controlled, competitive, and in good measure.  The second kind is cheap, uncalled for, and degrading.  I believe in the first kind of fighting.

In the beginning of my sixth grade summer, I began Taekwondo.  I became a competitive fighter who loved to fight.  But I never fought outside of the ring.  I learned that the only reason to fight outside the ring is for self-defense.  While I love the rush of adrenaline when I fight, I would never fight unless it was regulated.

Fighting in the streets on in the hallways looks stupid and like a joke.  If you want to fight and actually look “cool” and have respect, join martial arts or boxing and train hard and earn your respect as a real fighter.”