09/07/2026
Cherokee has been training for four weeks.
Last week, she told the coaches she wanted to be a fighter.
So when Coach Cody mentioned it to Coach Mark on Wednesday, Mark didn’t hesitate:
“Saturday then. I’ve got you a matchup.”
Her response was a nervous, excited:
“Wait… really?”
Followed by:
“OK, I’m in.”
Here’s the crazy part…
Cherokee had never sparred before.
Her first time ever was at the SS Series, in front of a packed gym, against Aidan Stoughton, a high-level competitor who has fought all over the world.
Aidan used his experience to take care of her, control the pace, and give her a great first experience.
Four weeks into training, Cherokee said she wanted to be a fighter.
A few days later, she got her first opportunity to find out what that feels like.
She said yes. 🥊
That’s what the SS Series is all about.
