NEW BRITAIN, Conn. — A man died while trying to outdo a rival with an acrobatic move while "battle dancing," police said. Robert Stitt, 48, and his rival were competing in a parking lot Monday night when he tried a forward flip and landed on his head."It was just two guys dancing. Everybody was laughing," Stitt's friend John Boxley said. Boxley said James Brown was on the radio and Stitt wanted to outdo a rival dancer, who had flipped in the air. Police said the victim went into cardiac arrest and was pronounced dead a short time at a local hospital. Police said several people were in the parking lot drinking and battle dancing — a competition in which each dancer tries one-upmanship with unique moves.

Obviously this story is a tragedy.  But at least Robert Stitt will be remembered for letting it all hang out in his last battle dance.  I mean it takes some serious balls for a 48 year old man to try and pull out the forward flip.    Unfortunately it didn’t work out for him, but I’m sure he knew the risk involved.   Battle Dancers are a lot like NASCAR drivers.   They’re always pushing the limits because it’s in their blood and it’s what makes them special. So when you’re out at the bar or club this weekend do me a favor and tip a 40 and bust a move for Robert Stitt.

Thank to Chris for the tip