Eric Bird is an EMU student, veteran, and Muay Thai fighter who recently had his first match and victory in the ring. Julez DeShetler and Queso Tone talk with Eric about the challenges of coming back to school after being in the military and the amazing feeling of winning your first fight.
Photo Credit: Miles Corley
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