Masonic Life Network

Congratulations to Georgi Karakhanyan, Riverside Lodge No. 635’s newest Entered Apprentice.Georgi was initiated December 13, but had to postpone his masonic studies in favor of continued training for his big MMA fight in Tokyo on New Years Eve.Georgi handily beat Hiroyuki Takaya in a 3 round split decision.Georgi has been involved in Bellator and Tachi Palace as a professional MMA prizefighter since 2006. All of us here at the lodge are very proud of him and hope that this win is a stepping stone in his career and will allow us to celebrate future successes with this personable and friendly young man.In a New Years Day text conversation, Georgi seemed more concerned with getting back to lodge and studying rather than seeing the sights of Japan and enjoying the fruits of a Champion.

Must have got kneed in the head.

Lee Whelan

Riverside Lodge No. 635