Colorado's own Archie 'King' Coglan has gone from standout college wrestler at Wyoming to MMA contender as he fights tonight in Chicago. More from TroyRenck:
A former standout wrestler at Pomona High School and the University of Wyoming, Colgan returned to Denver to work following graduation. He landed a good sales job and was simply seeking a workout when he wandered to the gym a few years ago."I wasn't looking to compete. I just wanted to get in some cardio. When I started, I wasn't that good. I was just consistent," Colgan told Denver7."And I just became obsessed with it.
"I knew what I wanted to do, so I took the gamble. And yes, I was scared," Coglan said."I told my manager I was leaving, and then I was sitting in my car and had that feeling in my gut of, 'Oh . My safety net is gone.' But I was so committed. I don't regret it for a second. I am so blessed and happy with the journey I am on."Colgan, nicknamed"King," boasts a 7-0 record with five knockouts. He is currently the No.
"I didn't want to fight right away," he continued."I wanted to be a dad for a little bit. But when this opportunity came up with a guy who can boost my career, I couldn't pass it up. I couldn't say no. He has four times as many fights as I have. He's done some great things. But it's just my time. I believe that. I get to show that, and when I beat him, I get to capture his resume.
When Colgan talks fighting, he sounds relaxed and patient. It is a juxtaposition to the man in the ring, who writes a diary of havoc with his fists and feet. The sport has grown on Colgan. He never thought he would be in the ring, now it's impossible to not imagine a life without pursuing his dream.
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