Nathaniel,
Please stay away from streetfighting. I'm also in my late 20's (28). Back when I was in public school, if you got into a fight, the worst that could happen is that you'd get a good arse whoopin. Today, it's very different... you never know when someone will pull out a gun or a knife. The percentage of that happening is much greater today than before. Even from other kids your age or younger. They might not have any intentions to use it other than to scare you, but all it takes is just one accident. People lose control in tense situations.
I teach the children classes at my school and we recently taught about bullying and how to handle being bullied. Turned out that one of our students, before he joined our school, he was bullied and had a knife used on him. Has a scar to show for it. He's 13 for crying out loud!
Remember, the only victorious fight is the one you walk away from. Avoid all fights and you're guaranteed victory, always.
We're not trying to nag on you Nat. Just some wise words from those of us who are older and have learned from the stupid things we did when we were younger.
With great power, comes great responsibility young Jedi.
Schloaty... I'm telling ya. It's all the growth hormones we feed our livestock (beef, chicken, pork, milk, etc.). The average height of each generation is increasing. 5'10 use to be tall.... back in the 1800's. Kids are hitting puberty earlier too. Oh how humanity is destined to destroy itself. **sigh**
I'm 5'6... being short has it's advantages... lower centre of gravity...better control... great for duck and weaving attacks. hehehe