Jared Gooden, a seven-time UFC veteran, announced his retirement from mixed martial arts, primarily motivated by a loss of competitive drive and the responsibilities of fatherhood. In a heartfelt social media video, he expressed gratitude to those who supported him throughout his career but acknowledged that his passion for the sport has waned since his younger days. Gooden now plans to focus on raising his newborn daughter while reflecting on what lies ahead after a successful but challenging 14-year career in MMA, where he ends with a record of 23-10.
I want to take this time to let everybody know my time has come. I'm walking away from the sport. Thank you to everybody who's helped me along my journey.
To be honest with you guys, I just don't have the love or the passion I had for it anymore, like I did when I was younger.
...me and this amazing woman brought a beautiful baby girl into this world, and my focus is on her now.
I'm going to hang up my gloves for now, and I can't wait to let you guys know what I'm going to do next in life.
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