Best coaches Quote by Anthony Perosh
“The standard is the same. Don't get me wrong, the main difference is the number of sparring partners. Greg Jackson and Mike Winkeljohn are the best coaches in the world in my opinion and in many other people's opinion but it really it comes down to the number of sparring partners. I go to my gym and I have 10 fighters fighting on the local level but when you go over there it's like 30 fighters all fighting in the UFC or other bigger shows. That's really the main thing; the numbers.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Podcast with MMA Fighter Anthony Perosh, 2023
Success in combat sports depends more on the quantity of high‑level sparring partners than on any single coach’s reputation.
In simple terms: More sparring partners improve skill.
Key Takeaway
Seek environments with many elite training partners.
Themes
training
competition
skill development
Mood
determined
analytical
Type
advice
observational
When to use this quote
- MMA gym selection
- pre‑fight preparation
- career planning
Key Concepts
sparring density
coach influence
experience accumulation
Questions to Reflect On
- How many sparring partners do you need to progress?
- Can a single great coach outweigh quantity?
A Different Perspective
More partners don't guarantee talent; quality matters too.
