Tag: sports
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Round Three: Day Three
Round three began with a sense of urgency. Similar to round one, I knew I had to get to work. Unfourtunately, the once mythical adrenaline rush and subsequent dump was very much a reality…
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Round Two: Day Two
I don’t remember much of round two. The adrenaline dump was real and my memory of what happened is scattered. Unlike my overflowing note book from CyberCon, I don’t have my scrawled GP-style handwriting to refer to. I have glimpses of memories, like backing my opponent up into the corner but being unable to will…
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Round One: Day One
When I was preparing for my first boxing match, I received some excellent advice from a friend who had previously competed (and who, in doing so, inspired me to compete) ‘the rounds go SO quickly, don’t waste a second’ So, in training I worked judiciously to take full advantage of the limited time I had;…
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Top 10 Frameworks in Boxing and Cybersecurity
• Style Insight: The jab is the most important punch in boxing. The jab can close space, it can set up combinations, it can protect a fighter and keep them in the bout longer. Jabbing is an art of constant, precise, and strategic strikes intended to wear down an opponent over time. It’s about control,…
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Corner Crew: How Community Spirit Shaped My WiCys CTF Challenge
Earlier this month, my striking coach competed in his first boxing match. Though he’s primarily focused on MMA and other martial arts, he wanted to grow as an athlete and take on a new challenge. Despite preparing thoroughly, the night didn’t go as planned; he took heavy punishment, including knockdowns, compounded by a severe weight…