Darrell Gholar: Road to Recovery

Today I write to inform about Darrell Gholar. Darrell fought a tough veteran in Evan Tanner at UFC 18 and lost due to a rear-naked choke. Though he amassed a record of 5-6 in his career, he fought some of the best. Mr. Gholar was originally from Chicago Illinois. He also lived in Brazil, Los Angeles and Texas. Mr. Gholar excelled as a world-class wrestler; a 3-time US Greco-Roman National Champion. He was an Olympic alternate and a World Team captain. Mr. Gholar was also the 2000 World Vale Tudo Champion.

As time progresses, the fighters of the past get older and disappear into the shadows. It is up to us to keep their legends strong. Unfortunately, December 8th, 2013 - Mr. Gholar had a massive stroke that temporarily paralyzed him. Darrell still has a lot of life in him and he is not ready to go.




Friends and family have continued to post on his Facebook page. (Facebook.com/dgholar). February 1st, one of Mr. Gholars friends posted on his page and said, "Thanks for the call today." A month later, another friend posted, "I talked to my friend Darrell Gholar yesterday and he sounds strong." A while later in April, another friend said, "God answered my prayer. Heard from my dear friend today. You are a walking miracle."

My friend requests, Facebook messages and e-mails have not been returned. I have been unsuccessful in finding any additional information on his health or whereabouts (though I believe he is in Texas) at this time. Additionally, I have reached out to a few friends and family on his page, though I have not had any messages returned. Would love any updates if anyone has anything to share!

Keep the legends alive and let 'em know we are out there!

-Until next time.
Bruce
@goldmedaldad