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October 2009 MMA News

Polish MMA promoter KSW Federation fires back at ‘Butterbean’ about Pudzianowski

Jul 20, 2010 - WARSAW, Poland (July 20, 2010) – Recent critical quotes by former Pride FC fighter Eric “Butterbean” Esch regarding Mariusz Pudzianowski have initiated a terse response from the 5-time World’s Strongest Man’s promoter in Poland, KSAW Federation, which has been organizing MMA events in Europe since 2004.The popular “Butterbean,” who is a former pro boxer and sumo competitor, publicly insulted Pudzian in the aforementioned press release – saying, among other things, “as strong …

Butterbean rips Pudzianowski

Jul 14, 2010 - SEOUL, S. Korea (July 14, 2010) – Moosin officials and the face of the MMA promotional company, Eric “Butterbean” Esch, greatly differ in their opinions of former 5-time World’s Strongest Man Mariusz “Dominator” Pudzianowski, in terms of rating the Polish strongman as a mixed-martial-arts fighter.Moosin officials believe Pudzianowski has tremendous potential and that he should be featured on Moosin’s proposed October 9 show in Chicago. Mariusz, who has reportedly been tra…

Sylvia vs Buentello headlines War on the Mainland PPV event

Jul 9, 2010 - hree PWP Title fights Aug. 14 in Irvine, CASAN DIEGO (July 8, 2010) – Two-time UFC heavyweight champion Tim “Maine-iac” Sylvia takes on former UFC and Strikeforce heavyweight title challenger, Paul “The Headhunter” Buentello, in the main event for the vacant Powerhouse World Promotions (PWP), LLC Heavyweight Championship, August 14 on Pay Per View live from Bren Events Center in Irvine, California.“War on the Mainland,” presented by Powerhouse World Promotions, is being distr…

Sylvia forces Pudzianowski to submit in second round

May 22, 2010 - WORCESTER, Mass. (May 21, 2010) – Former 2-time UFC champion Tim “Maine-iac” Sylvia forced 5-time World’s Strongest Man Mariusz Pudzianowski to tap-out in the second round of the super heavyweight main event of this evening’s “Moosin” God Of Martial Arts” mixed martial arts pay-per-view show at the DCU Center in Worcester, Massachusetts. Sylvia, a native of Eastbrook, Maine, used his experience, arm length and boxing skills to defeat Pudzianowski, who was making his U.S. d…

Moosin Weights from Massachusetts

May 21, 2010 - TIM “The Maine-iac” SYLVIA (25-6-0), Eastbrook,, ME 305 LBS.MARIUSZ “Dominator” PUDZIANOWSKI (2-0), Biala,Rawska, Poland 273 LBS. TRAVIS “Diesel” WIUFF (60-14-0), Rochester, MN 253 LBS.JOSH BARNES (7-3-0), Muncie, IN 262 LBS. TRAVIS “The Serial Killer” LUTTER (10-5-0), Dallas, TX 185 LBS.RAFAEL “Sapo” NATAL (11-2-0), New York, NY by way of Brazil 185 LBS. YVES “The Texas Gunslinger” E…

Moosin Press Conference Quotes

May 20, 2010 - Tim Sylvia: “It’s going to be a good fight Friday night. I’ve been asked if it’s been difficult finding workout partners like my opponent who is 280 pounds with 4-percent body fat and gases-out after 45-seconds. Yeah, my workout partners don’t usually gas-out after 45-seconds. He (Pudzianowski) is big, strong and a worthy opponent. Friday night we’re going to have some fun.” Mariusz Pudzianowski: “I know I’m just a beginner compared to my opponent, but …

MOOSIN WEIGH-IN ALERT

May 19, 2010 - WHY: “Moosin: God Of Martial Arts” Official Weigh-In (OPEN TO PUBLIC)WHO: TIM “The Maine-iac” SYLVIA MARIUSZ “Dominator” PUDZIANOWSKIFormer 2-Time UFC Champion Former 5-Time World’s Strongest Man &nbs…

MEDIA FIGHT WEEK SCHEDULE

May 17, 2010 - (Press Conference and Weigh-In open to the Public)Wednesday, May 192:00 PM/ET – Moosin Press Conference, Crowne Plaza, Auditorium, 10 Lincoln Square, WorcesterThursday, May 206:00 PM/ET – Moosin Official Weigh-In, DCU Center, 50 Foster St., WorcesterFriday, May 216:30-8:00 PM/ET – Media Credentials Available, Door #5, Media Entrance, Major Taylor Blvd., Worcester at DCU Center7:30 – Doors Open, 8:00 – First Bout, 9:00 – First PPV bout(A post fight press conference will …

Moosin: God of Martial Arts PPV card

May 14, 2010 - Stacked from Top to BottomSylvia-Pudzianowski headlines May 21 at DCU Center in Worcester WORCESTER, Mass. (May 14, 2010) – The first major mixed-martial-arts show in Massachusetts history, the May 21st “Moosin: God of Martial Arts” pay-per-view event, offers much more than the much-anticipated super heavyweight showdown between 2-time UFC heavyweight champion Tim “Maine-iac” Sylvia and 5-time World’s Strong Man, Mariusz “Dominator” Pudzianowski, at the DCU Cente…

Polish Power invades America

May 13, 2010 - Pudzianowski all in vs. Sylvia headlining“Moosin: God of Martial Arts” PPV eventMay 21 at DCU Center in Worcester WORCESTER, Mass. (May 12, 2010) – In only his third professional mixed-martial-arts fight, iconic Polish powerhouse Mariusz “Dominator” Pudzianowski makes his U.S. debut against former 2-time UFC heavyweight champion Tim “Maine-iac” Sylvia, headlining the May 21st “Moosin: God of Martial Arts” pay-per-view event, at the DCU Center in Worcester. Pudzianow…

Sylvia plans to KO Pudzianowski

May 7, 2010 - in “Moosin: God of Martial Arts” PPV eventMay 21 at DCU Center in Worcester WORCESTER, Mass. (May 7, 2010) – Two-time UFC heavyweight champion Tim “Main-iac” Sylvia feels disrespected regarding his May 21st showdown against the first 5-time World’s Strongest Man, iconic Polish powerhouse Mariusz “Dominator” Pudzianowski, headlining the “Moosin: God of Martial Arts” pay-per-view event, at the DCU Center in Worcester. Sylvia (25-6-0), a natïve of Eastbrook, Maine, has de…

Sylvia vs Pudzianowski headlines

Apr 28, 2010 - “Moosin: God of Martial Arts” PPV event 1st major MMA show in Massachusetts May 21 at DCU Center in Worcester WORCESTER, Mass. (April 27, 2010) – The first 5-time World’s Strongest Man, Polish icon Mariusz “Dominator” Pudzianowski, makes his United States debut May 21 against 2-time UFC heavyweight champion Tim “Maine-iac” Sylvia (25-6-0) in the super heavyweight main event, headlining the first major mixed-martial-arts show in Massachusetts history, “God of Martial …

FLORIDA’S BEST SUBMISSION FIGHTERS BATTLE THIS WEEKEND AT GRAPPLERS QUEST EUROPA IN ORLANDO

Apr 14, 2010 - Mixed Martial Arts Event to Benefit GrapplingAutism.org & AutismRadio.orgORLANDO - On Friday, April 16th and Saturday, all day, April 17th, Grapplers Quest, “The World’s Largest Grappling Competition” is hosting the 1st Europa Show of Champions Southeast Submission Wrestling, Grappling and Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Championships at The Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Florida. Grappling is the ground fighting art of Mixed Martial Arts and combines the throws of Ol…

M-1 Selection Americas Fight Card Announced?

Mar 24, 2010 - April 3, 2010 at Bally’s Atlantic CityAMSTERDAM, Holland (March 24, 2010) – "M-1 Selection” is changing the sport of professional Mixed Martial Arts by giving new and upcoming fighters an opportunity to gain global recognition by competing in M-1 events held all over the world.The opening round of “The M-1 Selection, Americas,” featuring 11 entertaining fights, will be held Saturday, April 3 at Bally's Casino Hotel in Atlantic City, New Jersey. It kick…

M-1 Selection tournament Invades America

Mar 20, 2010 - Apr. 3 at Bally’s Atlantic CityAMSTERDAM, Holland (March 19, 2010) – After traveling to three continents and holding 50 fights, the 2010 season of the "M-1 Selection” invades the United States with the opening round of “The M1 Selection Americas” on Saturday, April 3 at Bally's Casino Hotel in Atlantic City, New Jersey. The opening round kicks-off the American edition of a global mixed-martial tournament unrivaled in size and scope, featuring 160 of the most pr…

WORLD’S BEST SUBMISSION FIGHTERS BATTLE MARCH 20 in CALDWELL, NJ

Mar 16, 2010 - Proceeds Benefit GrapplingAutism.org & AutismRadio.orgCALDWELL, N.J. (Mar. 16, 2010) - Grapplers Quest, “The World’s Largest Grappling Competition” is hosting the 5th Annual East Coast Submission Wrestling, Grappling and Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Championships, also known as “The Beast of the East,” Saturday, March 20 at Caldwell College (9 Ryerson Avenue) in Caldwell, New Jersey Grappling is the ground fighting art of Mixed Martial Arts and combines the throws of Olym…

Breaking: Ferrid Kheder Signs With Bellator Fighting Championships‏

Jan 20, 2010 - CHICAGO, Ill. (January 21, 2010) – Bellator Fighting Championships put yet another piece in place for its second season today with the announcement that Judo master and former Olympian Ferrid “Hurricane” Kheder will compete in the promotion’s upcoming lightweight tournament.Kheder, who placed seventh in the Judo competition at the 2000 Summer Olympics in Sydney, has quickly compiled a solid 16-5 MMA record since giving up Judo to fight full-time in the cage just three years ago. …

GSP protégé, training partner Mike Ricci

Jan 18, 2010 - CHICAGO (January 18, 2010) — Undefeated Canadian lightweight Mike Ricci, a regular training partner to fellow Quebec native Georges St-Pierre, is the latest highly-touted MMA prospect to sign an exclusive contract with Bellator Fighting Championships, the promotion announced today.The 23-year-old Ricci, who will enter Bellator’s 155 lbs. tournament with an unblemished pro record of 5-0, trains alongside GSP under the famed Firas Zahabi at his TriStar gym in Montreal. Zahabi told …

Striking phenom Bao Quach to compete in Bellator Fighting Championships Featherweight Tournament

Jan 15, 2010 - CHICAGO, Ill. (January 15, 2010) – Bellator Fighting Championships continued to solidify its much-talked-about featherweight division today with the announcement that Bao Quach, one of the world’s most devastating 145-lb. strikers, will compete in the promotion’s Season 2 tournament.The 30-year-old Californian is in the midst of a prolonged power surge, with wins in 11 of his last 12 fights. Four of those fights came via KO or TKO in during Round 1.Accordingly, Quach is regarded as…

Lauzon eyes UFC debut in Boston

Jan 15, 2010 - LAS VEGAS (Jan. 15, 2010) – Despite losing a decision January 2 to Sam Stout, popular lightweight Joe “J-Lau” Lauzon (18-5, 5 [T]KOs, 13 submissions) hopes that his next fight will be this August in UFC’s debut in Boston.Lauzon, a native of E. Bridgewater (MA), would certainly be a hometown favorite fighting at the Boston Garden. “We’ll see how it goes but I certainly want to fight at home in Boston,” Lauzon said. “I’d like to fight before that, where my fight against Stout was my …

PRO FIGHTERS NEEDED FOR FIRST-EVER MATRIX FIGHTS EVENT ON FEB 27 IN PHILADELPHIA

Jan 13, 2010 - Matrix Fights has two openings for the professional portion of its first-ever card, which is scheduled for Feb. 27 in Philadelphia at The Arena (formerly known as the ECW Arena).The two openings are at 155 lbs. and 145 lbs. Opponents are needed for lightweight Will Martinez (0-1-1) and featherweight Julio Rosario (0-1).Interested parties must be willing to drive to Philadelphia and must have a similar experience level to the respective opponent you are interested in competing against…

Bellator Fighting Championships secures 12-0 Brazilian featherweight phenom Patricio Pitbull

Jan 13, 2010 - CHICAGO, Ill. (January 13, 2010) – Bellator Fighting Championships’ search for its next great featherweight has moved south to Brazil, where it was announced today that undefeated MMA phenom Patricio Pitbull has signed a long-term promotional agreement and will compete in Bellator’s Season 2 tournament.The 23-year-old Pitbull is a black belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and is known throughout his home country for his devastating striking ability. He boasts a perfect 12-0 record with a…

Wilson Gouveias Move to MFC is a "Big Deal"

Jan 13, 2010 - American Top Team's Wilson Gouveia (12-7) has inked a big return to mixed martial arts. Monday he signed a multi-fight deal with Maximum Fighting Championship and will fight Canadian star "Big Deal" Ryan Jimmo (12-1) at MFC 25: Vindication at the Winspear Centre/Enmax Hall in Edmonton, Alberta April 9. Wednesday, Gouveia told MaximumFighting.com, “I’m excited! I have friends that fight for MFC and they all tell me good things.” The event will broadcast live on …

Kong looking for KO - Watson sets stage for showdown with Galbraith

Jan 12, 2010 - By MFC StaffThe Maximum Fighting Championship has set MFC 24: Heat XC as the right date to debut its new middleweight prospect.Tom “Kong” Watson (10-3) joins the MFC after making a sizeable name for himself fighting in his native England. The Southampton product, who of late has been training alongside Georges St. Pierre in Montreal, has set a big target for his first fight in the MFC by taking on hometown hero Travis Galbraith (17-6). The pair will face off on Friday, February 2…

MMA Veteran Yves Edwards Streaks into Maximum Fighting Championship at River Cree Casino February 26

Jan 10, 2010 - By Chad Edward, MFC StaffFew lightweight mixed martial artists have been where Yves Edwards (36-15-1) has been and are still strapping on four-ounce gloves. Edwards has fought champions, and been written-off as washed up. He's fought around the world and in most major MMA promotions since 1997. And, now Edwards will ride a two-fight win streak into Maximum Fighting Championship at River Cree Casino February 26.Edwards TKO'd Kyle Jensen in October and tapped Jame…

Undefeated Canadian Featherweight William Romero

Jan 7, 2010 - CHICAGO, Ill. (January 7, 2010) – Bellator Fighting Championships announced yet another major offseason addition on Thursday with the signing of undefeated featherweight William Romero. Romero, 27, one of Canada's most talked-about young mixed martial artists, boasts an unblemished pro MMA record of 5-0. He was recently touted by MMAcanada.net — one of that country’s top MMA news sources — as “the real deal.” His most recent fight ended by KO after just 17 seconds.“MMA fa…

Young Gun on the Rise

Jan 7, 2010 - By MFC StaffFrom Day 1 of his MMA career, Nick Hrynchyshyn was touted as a young gun. Just two fights in, the young gun has blossomed into a potentially destructive cannon.Eyeing a long-term future, the Maximum Fighting Championship has inked Hrynchyshyn to a new multi-fight deal, and the welterweight prospect hopes to become one of the organization’s top upcoming stars.“It is like a dream come true. There’s no place I'd rather be right now,” said the product of Sylvan Lake, Albe…

Bellator Fighting Championships Signs

Jan 5, 2010 - CHICAGO (January 5, 2010) — Bellator Fighting Championships announced today the exclusive signing of top mixed martial artist Georgi “Insane” Karakhanyan, a former professional soccer player and emerging MMA star, to compete in the featherweight (145 lb.) division during Bellator Season 2.Karakhanyan, 24, has compiled a record of 12-1-1 since making his professional MMA debut in 2006, and was rated by multiple websites as the top unsigned featherweight in the world prior to his sig…

MMA BIG SHOW WILL KICK OFF THE NEW YEAR WITH A BANG AS IT PRESENTS “NEW DAWN”

Jan 4, 2010 - Live, this Saturday, January 9th at the Belterra CasinoIndiana (USA): 2009 was a big year for Midwest-based fight promotion MMA Big Show, which was recently chosen by ULTMMA.com alongside Art of Fighting, Shark Fights, and Rage in the Cage as this year’s top local promotions in the United States. Now, the promotion Big Show is looking to enter the next phase of its evolution, as “NEW DAWN” will start the New Year off right for fight fans. The event will emanate live from the Belter…

Maximum Fighting President State Of the Union Address

Jan 1, 2010 - Maximum Fighting Championship is one of the Top Mixed Martial Arts organizations in the World and Canada’s # 1 Fight Promotion. The Maximum Fighting Championships has Sold Out eighteen straight events and has been in business for over ten years. The MFC made one of the biggest announcements the company's history - the signing of a multi-fight broadcast deal with HDNet Fights, in 2008 & 2009 and just resigned bringing the deal into 2010. “Everyone at the Maximum Fighting Cham…

Bazzie Nominees for MFC

Dec 31, 2009 - By MFC StaffThe Maximum Fighting Championship captured three nominations from HDNet’s Inside MMA for their annual Bazzie Awards.The Bazzies, named after legendary fighter, Inside MMA co-host, and superb fight analyst Bas Rutten, were handed out last week with the MFC receiving votes in three high-profile categories. Already having earned the MFC’s Fight of the Year honor, the Mike Nickels-David Heath war from MFC 22 picked up a nomination from Inside MMA as its Fight of the Year.…

J-Lau goes Vegas

Dec 31, 2009 - Lauzon-Stout featured on Saturday’s UFC 108 PPVLAS VEGAS (Dec. 31, 2009) – Exciting UFC lightweight contender Joe “J-Lau” Lauzon (18-4, 5 [T]KOs, 13 submissions), only 10 months after undergoing knee surgery to repair his ACL, enters the Octagon once again Saturday night to fight Canadian veteran Sam “Hands of Stone” Stout (14-5-1, 8 [T]KOs, 1 submission) on the UFC 108 pay-per-view show, live from MGM Grand in Las Vegas.Lauzon (5-1 in UFC), star of The Ultimate Fighter 5 televisio…

BELLATOR’S TOBY IMADA RECEIVES 2009 WORLD MMA AWARD: SUBMISSION OF THE YEAR

Dec 30, 2009 - Vegas, NV – Dec. 30, 2009 –Tonight, at the Hard Rock Casino and Hotel in Las Vegas, Bellator Fighting Championships’ Toby Imada won a 2009 World Mixed Martial Arts Award for “Submission of the Year” for his astonishing inverted triangle choke submission of Jorge Masvidal at Bellator V. Coined as the “backpack of doom” by Sherdog’s and ESPN.com’s Jake Rossen, Imada submitted striking artist Masvidal in the third round of Bellator’s season 1 lightweight tournament semi-final …

Top 10 Knockouts of the Year

Dec 28, 2009 - The Year 2009 is in the books for the Maximum Fighting Championship so it is time once again to review the very best of the campaign gone by with the Z-Files’ annual look at the Top 10 finishes and fights. Last week, the Top 10 Submissions of ’09 were presented with Ryan Machan taking home the honor for his rear-naked choke victory over Kajan Johnson at MFC 23. Up next it’s the Top 10 Knockouts, and just before the New Year, we’ll do the final rundown - the list of the Top 10 …

Iraq War veteran and welterweight standout Steve Carl Signs with Bellator Fighting Championships

Dec 28, 2009 - CHICAGO, Ill. (Dec. 28, 2009) – In the latest addition to its much-heralded Season 2 roster, Bellator Fighting Championships announced Monday the acquisition of emerging MMA star Steve Carl, who will compete in the promotion’s upcoming eight-man welterweight tournament beginning in April.Carl, 25, a U.S. Army sergeant who served in the Iraq War, took up MMA about five years ago while stationed at Fort Hood, Texas, and has since compiled a professional record of 10-1. His rear n…

Lewis to Tangle with Heath

Dec 25, 2009 - A showdown of heavy-handed light heavyweights has been added to the main card for MFC 24: Heat XC.Rival 205-pounders Dwayne Lewis and David Heath have agreed in principle to square-off in one of the featured bouts slated for Friday, February 26 at the River Cree Resort and Casino, just outside Edmonton, Alberta. The bout is sure to be an explosive exchange of strikes as both fighters are more accustomed to looking for the big knockout.“There’s no doubt in my mind that Dwayne and …

FIGHTERS NEEDED FOR FEB 27 MATRIX FIGHTS EVENT IN PHILADELPHIA

Dec 23, 2009 - Combat Sports Media is seeking pro and amateur fighters for the debut of Matrix Fights on Saturday, Feb. 27, 2010 at The Arena (formerly the ECW Arena) in Philadelphia, PA.On Feb. 27, Matrix Fights will look to establish itself as the number one Philadelphia-based MMA promotion. Founded by Gracie black belt Phil Migliarese (Balance Studios) and Philadelphia luminary Jimmy Binns Jr., Weights and opponents needed are as follows:- 170 lbs. pro (vs. Sam Orepeza, 2-0)- 185 lbs. amateur …

MMA BIG SHOW WILL KICK OFF THE NEW YEAR WITH A BANG AS IT PRESENTS "NEW DAWN"

Dec 23, 2009 - Live, Saturday, January 9th at the Belterra CasinoIndiana (USA): 2009 was a big year for Midwest-based fight promotion MMA Big Show, which was recently chosen by ULTMMA.com alongside Art of Fighting, Shark Fights, and Rage in the Cage as this year’s top local promotions in the United States. Now, the promotion Big Show is looking to enter the next phase of its evolution, as “NEW DAWN” will start the New Year off right for fight fans. The event will emanate live from the Belterra Ca…

Penner prepped to expose ‘The Exorcist’

Dec 23, 2009 - First light heavyweight test for high-rated prospectBy MFC StaffComing off a gusty win in his last outing, Nick “The Quiet Assassin” Penner will make his much-anticipated debut as a light heavyweight at MFC 24. Penner (9-1) won’t get an easy assignment as a 205-pounder, however, when he meets Chris “The Exorcist” Price (15-3) on Friday, February 26 at the River Cree Resort and Casino, just outside Edmonton, Alberta. The bout, agreed to in principle, will be one of the main-card attr…

Top 10 Fights of the Year

Dec 20, 2009 - It’s a wrap. The Year 2009 is in the books for the Maximum Fighting Championship so it is time once again to review the very best of the campaign gone by with the Z-Files’ annual look at the Top 10 finishes and fights. After scrolling through the Top 10 Submissions and Knockouts of the Year for 2009, it’s time to put a final stamp on the proceedings with a look back at the 10 best Fights of the Year. Already we’ve seen Ryan Machan get credit for the best submission of ’09 whil…

DAN HORNBUCKLE SIGNS MULTI-FIGHT CONTRACT WITH BELLATOR FIGHTING CHAMPIONSHIPS

Dec 17, 2009 - Coming off a gusty win in his last outing, Nick “The Quiet Assassin” Penner will make his much-anticipated debut as a light heavyweight at MFC 24. Penner (9-1) won’t get an easy assignment as a 205-pounder, however, when he meets Chris “The Exorcist” Price (15-3) on Friday, February 26 at the River Cree Resort and Casino, just outside Edmonton, Alberta. The bout, agreed to in principle, will be one of the main-card attractions underneath the main event of the evening featuring a cl…

MMA Legal in Vancouver

Dec 17, 2009 - The City of Vancouver has legalized MMA in Vancouver during their council session today. The motion to allow MMA on at two year trial basis was passed by a vote of 6-3. Councillors Meggs, Stevenson, Anton, Chow, Deal, Jang voted for MMA legalization, while Councillors Woodsworth, Reimer, Louie voted against MMA. Smaller promotions may still be out of luck as they will have to purchase enough insurance to indemnify the City of Vancouver from any liabilities.&nbs…

SHINE FIGHTS AGREES TO TERMS WITH MMA SUPERSTAR DIN THOMAS

Dec 16, 2009 - Ohio (USA): On the heels of “Shine 2: American Top Team vs. The World,” one of the biggest MMA events in Florida history, Shine Fight Promotions (Shine Fights) is excited to announce the signing of the newest addition to its rapidly developing world-class roster, ATT member Din “Dinyero” Thomas. Thomas is a nine-time UFC veteran, and is one of the top fight names in the world. Details of the contract will not be released, and “Dinyero” is slated to make his Shine debut in early 201…

11-BOUT PRO TITAN FIGHTING CHAMPIONSHIPS CARD FINALIZED FOR FRIDAY, DEC 18

Dec 15, 2009 - Kansas City, KS - A total of eleven professional bouts for Friday's (Dec. 18) Titan Fighting Championships 15 (www.TitanFighting.com or www.Twitter.com/TitanFighting) event to take place at the historic Memorial Hall in Kansas City, Kansas have been finalized. Tickets for the event can be purchased online via Ticketmaster.com.TFC 15 will feature co-main event matchups between James Krause (10-2) and Kalel Robinson (9-3) as well as Eric Marriott (16-2) vs. Sean Wilson (19-9).Krause, c…

UPSTART 365 FIGHT MANAGEMENT FORMS PARTNERSHIP WITH PAT MILETICH

Dec 14, 2009 - Kansas City, KS - The recently formed 365 Fight Management company announced Tuesday that it has formally entered into a strategic alliance with former mixed martial arts world champion and renowned fight trainer Pat Miletich.As a part of the partnership, 365 Fight Management will co-manage several fighters currently under the guidance of Miletich, who recently formed a fighter management company of his own."This alliance will reap immediate benefits for athletes under contract to …

Maximum Fighting heading to Winspear Centre for bigger show in 2010‏

Dec 12, 2009 - With MFC: 23 Unstoppable marking the promotion's 18th-straight sellout, it's about time to move on to bigger, if not better, things. The Venue at the River Cree Resort and Casino will host a combined MFC/Heat XC event on Feb. 26 before the MFC switches locations for their next show. On April 9, they will debut at the Winspear Centre. "It's bigger, the viewing is better and I'm very excited about going to the Winspear Centre," said MFC president Mark Pavelich. "We've already attracted…

Rice Stands Out From The Crowd

Dec 11, 2009 - HDNet’s MFC voice is tops among mixed martial arts broadcastersThe Maximum Fighting Championship has always believed in surrounding itself with the best when it comes to fighters, staff, production, and so much more. So it should come as no surprise that the MFC feels it has the best when it comes to play-by-play announcers. Kenny Rice, the man at the mic for MFC’s broadcasts on HDNet Fights, is unquestionably the top dog when it comes to calling the intense in-ring action. Rice is a…

Lauzon returns to Octagon vs Stout

Dec 11, 2009 - Jan. 2 on UFC108 PPV show in Las Vegas E. BRIDGEWATER, Mass. (Dec. 10, 2009) – Ten months after undergoing knee surgery to repair his ACL, UFC lightweight contender Joe “J-Lau” Lauzon (18-4, 5 [T]KOs, 13 submissions) returns to The Octagon against veteran Sam “Hands of Stone” Stout (14-5-1, 8 [T]KOs, 1 submission) on the January 2nd UFC 108 pay-per-view show, live from MGM Grand in Las Vegas. Lauzon, star of The Ultimate Fighter 5 television reality show, is 5-1 in the UFC, highl…

Bellator Fighting Championships signs undefeated MMA prodigy Jacob ‘Tick-Tock’ McClintock

Dec 10, 2009 - CHICAGO (December 10, 2009) — Bellator Fighting Championships announced today the exclusive signing of undefeated mixed martial artist Jacob “Tick-Tock” McClintock, who will compete in Bellator’s welterweight (170 lb.) division.McClintock, 21, of the heralded Arizona Combat Sports gym in Tempe, Ariz., has a professional record of 6-0 and has been identified by several top MMA publications as one of the sport’s future stars. Sherdog.com called him “the next big thing to come out of …

TRIO OF MILETICH FIGHTING SYSTEMS FIGHTERS SET TO COMPETE AT TFC 15 ON DEC 18

Dec 9, 2009 - Kansas City, KS -- Since the mid-90s, the Miletich Fighting Systems training brand has been synonymous with some of the top names in the sport. And on Friday, Dec. 18, at the historic Memorial Hall in Kansas City, KS, three fighters representing the next wave of MFS fighters hoping to reach championship status will be featured at Titan Fighting Championships 15 (www.TitanFighting.com and www.Twitter.com/TitanFighting).Tickets for TFC 15 are currently on-sale via Ticketmaster.com an…

BELLATOR FIGHTING CHAMPIONSHIPS SIGNS US OLYMPIAN AND NCAA CHAMPION BEN ASKREN

Dec 9, 2009 - CHICAGO (December 9, 2009) — Bellator Fighting Championships announced Wednesday the signing of highly touted MMA prospect Ben Askren to anexclusive long-term agreement. Askren is a U.S. Olympian who competed in the 2008 Beijing Games in freestyle wrestling. While wrestling at the collegiate level at the University of Missouri, Askren won two NCAA Division I titles. Since announcing his plans to cross over into professional mixed martial arts after the conclusion of the Beijing Games,…

UNDEFEATED HEAVYWEIGHT BOXER AND PAT MILETICH-TRAINED LIGHTWEIGHT TO MAKE DEBUTS AT TITAN FIGHTING CHAMPIONSHIPS 15

Dec 8, 2009 - Kansas City, KS -- While the WEC's James Krause and 16-2 prospect Eric Marriott are slated to co-headline the return of the Titan Fighting Championships (www.TitanFighting.com and www.Twitter.com/TitanFighting) on Friday, Dec. 18, an dynamic undercard for the event will also feature two noteworthy debuts.Fans in attendance for TFC 15 at Memorial Hall in Kansas City (tickets now on sale at Ticketmaster.com) will be treated to the professional MMA debuts of heavyweight Ritchie Carmack …

“THE BIG FROG” JEFF CURRAN STOMPS TOMOHIKO HORI AT “WORLDS COLLIDE”

Dec 8, 2009 - Chicago, IL (USA): “WORLDS COLLIDE” was certainly an appropriate title for XFO 34, which took place this past Saturday, December 5th, live in Lakemoor, IL. Returning after a three year absence from his home promotion, “The Big Frog” Jeff Curran clashed with the extremely tough Tomohiko Hori, a Japan native who is a training partner of former Curran opponent and current WEC bantamweight contender Takeya Mizugaki. A UFC/WEC/PRIDE/StrikeForce veteran and submission specialist, Cur…

WEC FIGHTER KRAUSE AND RISING PROSPECT MARRIOTT TO BE FEATURED IN CO-HEADLINING ATTRACTIONS DURING DEC 18 RETURN OF TITAN FIGHTING

Dec 7, 2009 - Kansas City, KS -- Saturday, Dec. 18 will mark the triumphant return to Kansas City of the TITAN FIGHTING CHAMPIONSHIPS (www.TitanFighting.com), which operated under the named Combat Sports Championship for one event on Oct. 2 due to trademark issues.The return of Titan Fighting, which has promoted a total of 14 previous events, will feature co-main event attractions with 10-2 lightweight standout JAMES KRAUSE and 16-2 featherweight sensation ERIC MARRIOTT. Krause, a nationally rec…

CLEAN SWEEP BY RUSSIA LEGION TO CAPTURE THE 2009 M-1 CHALLENGE CHAMPIONSHIP CUP

Dec 4, 2009 - Saint Petersburg, Russia -- A field of sixteen teams began the season in the 2009 "M-1 CHALLENGE " (www.M-1Global.com) earlier this year. With two teams remaining it was time to crown a champion, on December 3, 2009 at the Ice Palace, Team Russia Legion defeated Team USA East in dominating fashion to capture the 2009 M-1 Challenge Championship Cup. Both teams entered the finals on the heels of impressive semi-final performances, but it was Russia Legion, who managed to sc…

All fighters on course at Unstoppable

Dec 3, 2009 - By MFC StaffMain eventers Thales Leites and Dean Lister were both perfect on the scales in their preparation for MFC 23: Unstoppable to be held Friday, December 4 at the River Cree Resort and Casino, just outside Edmonton, Alberta.That middleweight clash, which headlines the card airing live on HDNet Fights, leads a nine-fight event before the MFC's 18th consecutive sold-out crowd. Lister hit the scale at 185 while Leites hit at 185 1/2.Fellow middleweights Solomon Hutcherson and Jas…

M-1 CHALLENGE SET FOR THURSDAY DECEMBER 3 IN SAINT PETERSBURG, RUSSIA

Dec 2, 2009 - After traveling to over 7 countries on 4 continents, holding 130 fights featuring over 150 fighters, the 2009 season ofthe "M-1 CHALLENGE" (www.M-1Global.com) comes to conclusion Thursday December 3, 2009 at “The Ice Palace” in Saint Petersburg Russia as Team USA EAST will face off with Team Russia Legion.Both teams head to the finals following dominating performances in their semi-final match ups and have set the stage for a renewal of a classic sports rivalry that holds the M…

UFC VETERAN JUNIE BROWNING GETS A BIG VICTORY AT “ONSLAUGHT”

Dec 1, 2009 - Indiana (USA): MMA Big Show’s latest offering, “ONSLAUGHT,” broadcasted live on GoFightLive.com, took place this past Saturday at the Belterra Casino in Belterra, Indiana. In the main event, former UFC fighter and TUF competitor Junie Browning finished off a tough young local favorite Scott Cornwell in the first round after a valiant effort. The co-main event saw former MMA Big Show Middleweight Champion Mojo Horne get back in the win column, as he conquered Kevin Barkdull in a f…

M-1 GLOBAL AND STRIKEFORCE ANNOUNCE RECORD NUMBERS FOR WORLDWIDE BROADCAST OF “FEDOR VS ROGERS”

Nov 30, 2009 - Fedor’s thrilling knockout victory over Bret Rogers viewed by over 25 million homes.AMSTERDAM, HOLLAND (November 24, 2009) - M-1 Global and Strikeforce announced today that the international audience reports from broadcasters all over the world revealed an unprecedented number of viewers for the November 7th “Fedor vs. Rogers” MMA event from Chicago, Illinois. “We are extremely happy with the preliminary broadcast reports,” said M-1 Global CEO Joost Raimond. “The …

Unbeatable lineup set for Unstoppable

Nov 29, 2009 - The Maximum Fighting Championship will cap its 2009 campaign with the organization’s 16th straight sold-out show and an amazing lineup of fights set for MFC 23: Unstoppable.MFC 23: Unstoppable will take place on Friday, December 4 at the River Cree Resort and Casino just outside Edmonton, Alberta, and will be aired live throughout the United States, Canada, and Mexico on HDNet Fights.With the MFC’s middleweight title awaiting a new champion, there are three 185-pound fights on th…

Unstoppable on Track

Nov 24, 2009 - The momentum is Unstoppable. With the hype picking up and the anticipation growing, the Maximum Fighting Championship is set to announce its full lineup and more exciting news for MFC 23: Unstoppable. The event will be held Friday, December 4 at the River Cree Resort and Casino just outside Edmonton, Alberta, and will air live on HDNet Fights throughout North America. MFC Owner/President Mark Pavelich will hit the airwaves on Tuesday, November 24 to unveil the roster of f…

MMA SUPERSTAR JEFF CURRAN RETURNS TO THE XFO AS “WORLDS COLLIDE”

Nov 24, 2009 - Chicago, IL (USA): The Xtreme Fighting Organization, one of the most respected MMA promotions in existence, is bringing one of the biggest fight cards in its history to the Chicago area, as “WORLDS COLLIDE” explodes at XFO 34, live on Saturday, December 5th at the Lakemoor Banquet Facility in Lakemoor, IL. In the main event, UFC/WEC/PRIDE/StrikeForce veteran “The Big Frog” Jeff Curran (30-12-1) will battle longtime Japanese star Tomohiko Hori (10-7-5) in a culture clash to determ…

MMA BIG SHOW WILL RELEASE UFC VETERAN JUNIE BROWNING AT “ONSLAUGHT”

Nov 23, 2009 - Indiana (USA): MMA Big Show, one of the fastest-growing fight promotions in the United States, will present “ONSLAUGHT” this Saturday, November 28th, live from the Belterra Casino in Belterra, Indiana. The event will feature a main event of former UFC and TUF competitor Junie Browning (3-1) clashing with local up-and-comer Scott Cornwell (1-0). The co-main event will showcase ex-training partner of Rich Franklin and former MMA Big Show Middleweight Champion Mojo Horne (6-2) in a …

UFC lightweight prospect Joe Lauzon heading back inside The Octagon

Nov 18, 2009 - E. BRIDGEWATER, Mass. (Nov. 18, 2009) – A little more than eight months since undergoing knee surgery, UFC lightweight prospect Joe “J-Lau” Lauzon (18-4, 5 KOs, 13 submissions) is fully recovered and anxious to get back into The Octagon.Lauzon, star of The Ultimate Fighter 5 television reality show, had ACL surgery and his meniscus repaired on his right knee March 6. He is tentatively scheduled to return to UFC action in early January.Joe has a torn ACL in his right knee for 1 ½ …

THIS SATURDAY, IT WILL BE “LIGHTS OUT” AS X-1 WORLD EVENTS PRESENTS ITS NEXT FIGHT CARD

Nov 16, 2009 - Honolulu, HI (USA): Fifty of Hawaii’s top young MMA fighters will look to put each other’s “LIGHTS OUT” this Saturday, November 21st as X-1 World Events presents its next fight extravaganza at the Kekuaokalani Gym in Kailua-Kona, Hawaii. In the main event, Hilo MMA’s Chris Cisneros will battle Kaleo Padilla of Kona BC. The co-main event will feature the return of one of Hawaii’s top MMA fighters, as former UFC heavyweight contender Wesley “Cabbage” Correira will lock horns with E…

Maximum Fighting Partners with Headrush Brand

Nov 12, 2009 - Pavelich Sports Inc. and the Maximum Fighting Championship announced today a new partnership with rising stars in the apparel industry, Headrush.“I am extremely excited about the MFC’s relationship with Headrush and I am going to do for Headrush what another organization has done for a certain apparel company – make them a household name,” said MFC Owner/President Mark Pavelich.“The MFC had many opportunities to team up with other apparel companies but I chose Headrush because of the…

X-1 WORLD EVENTS’ “SCUFFLE ON SCHOFIELD: HOMEBOUND HEROES” RAISES MORALE AND ENTERTAINS THE TROOPS

Nov 12, 2009 - Honolulu, HI (USA): X-1 World Events, Hawaii’s premier fight promotion, presented “SCUFFLE ON SCHOFIELD II: HOMEBOUND HEROES” this past Saturday, November 7th, live from the Tropics Recreation Center on Schofield Barracks. The returning troops were treated to thirteen incredible MMA fights, and UFC superstar Chris Leben, a special guest of X-1, made an appearance as well. Approximately 2000 fans were in attendance that night for the event, and the atmosphere was truly special. Many…

UFC Veteran and World Jiu-Jitsu Champion Alberto Crane Pits His Skills Against Top BJJ Player

Nov 9, 2009 - LOS ANGELES – On November 14, UFC veteran and world jiu-jitsu champion Alberto Crane is scheduled to fight fellow world class jiu-jitsu player Wander Braga at the CALLED OUT MMA II event being held at Citizens Business Bank Arena in Ontario, California. “He’s (Braga) a tough guy. His record [16-1] speaks for itself. I expect a tough fight, but I’ve been training harder than ever and I’m confident in my ability. I’m ready,” said Crane. Recognized as one of the wo…

MMA BIG SHOW WELTERWEIGHT CHAMPION ROGER BOWLING SIGNS WITH STRIKEFORCE

Nov 4, 2009 - Indiana (USA): “Relentless” Roger Bowling, the undefeated MMA Big Show Welterweight kingpin, has signed a contract with San Jose-based StrikeForce, one of the top MMA promotions in America. The signing took place during intermission at the “Full Force” event on Saturday, Oct. 24th.Bowling, who has yet to go to a decision or even see the 2nd round in his career, is considered by many to be one of the top welterweight prospects in MMA. Known for his cardio, brutal strikes, and exce…

Wanted: Fighters

Oct 30, 2009 - Fight Engine conducting talent search for Dec. shows in EuropeLAS VEGAS (Oct. 30, 2009) – Fight Engine continues to change the way mixed-martial-arts promoters, managers and fighters market themselves. The revolutionary www.FightEngine.com is conducting a worldwide search for fighters to participate in two internationally staged shows set in December.FightEngine.com is not limited to MMA and extends into all fighting disciplines. Promoters anywhere in the world can fill spots on …

FIRST-EVER PRO MIXED MARTIAL ARTS LEAGUE ANNOUNCED

Oct 28, 2009 - Major League Baseball has the minor leagues; the NBA has the D-League; the NHL has the AHL; and the NFL has college football. All the major sports leagues have "feeder systems" and now Southern California fight promoter and sports entrepreneur Roy Englebecht has decided that mixed martial arts also needs its own legitimate minor league system. In an effort to help develop the next generation of MMA stars while providing investors a chance to own their own professio…

MFC Cuts Prangley for Unacceptable Breach of Contract

Oct 26, 2009 - The Maximum Fighting Championship has taken the necessary steps to strip light heavyweight champion Trevor Prangley of his title and release him from his contract. The move was required when Prangley violated his contract by signing with two smaller organizations while under contract with the MFC. Prangley’s management was informed of the violation after the first offense but Prangley agreed to fight again outside of the MFC in blatant disregard of his signed exclusive contact. “The MFC won’t …

NAMEDROPCOM OFFERS MMA FANS UNPRECEDENTED ACCESS WITH FEDOR “THE LAST EMPEROR” EMELIANENKO

Oct 23, 2009 - CHICAGO, IL (October 23, 2009)- NameDrop.com, in cooperation with M-1 Global, announced that it is offering Mixed Martial Arts fans an unprecedented opportunity to meet and spend time with Fedor Emelianenko prior to his historic battle against undefeated knockout artist Brett Rogers on the November 7th Strikeforce/M-1 Global Fedor vs. Rogers show at the Sears Center in Chicago, Illinois. “NameDrop.com is a new site dedicated to providing subscribers with extraordinary access …

PARADISE WARRIOR RETREAT RETURNS WITH UNPRECEDENTED TRAINING AND SPEAKING SEMINARS

Oct 22, 2009 - PARADISE WARRIOR RETREAT RETURNS WITH UNPRECEDENTED TRAINING AND SPEAKING SEMINARS ON NOVEMBER 7TH AND 8TH IN CHICAGO. MMA Fighters Fedor, Mousasi, Arlovski, Babalu, Werdum and MMA Trainers Tomkins, Miletich, Bormet, Mango part of the PWR All Star Weekend in Chicago. CHICAGO, IL (October 22, 2009)- Paradise Warrior Retreat (PWR), in cooperation with M-1 Global, announced today its 14th celebrity-filled retreat to be held on November 7th and 8th in Chicago, Illinois. PWR 14 will ta…

MMA BIG SHOW SIGNS CONTROVERSIAL FORMER UFC STAR JUNIE BROWNING AND TUF VETERAN LUKE ZACHRICH

Oct 21, 2009 - Indiana (USA): MMA Big Show has signed two-time UFC veteran Junie Browning (3-1) and The Ultimate Fighter alum Luke Zachrich (9-1) to contracts. Browning will debut at November’s MMA Big Show event, “ONSLAUGHT,” while Zachrich will fight at the January 9th event. Junie Browning is a member of Xtreme Couture, and was a fighter on The Ultimate Fighter reality show. In his elimination bout, he defeated Jose Aguilar by TKO, as Aguilar was not able to answer the bell for the 2nd round. Brownin…

Leites joins MFC ranks

Oct 16, 2009 - Brazilian star looking to earn impressive wins By MFC StaffThe detractors have said their piece.Now it’s time to prove them wrong. That is the sentiment coming from the camp of Thales Leites, who has officially signed on to join the middleweight ranks in the Maximum Fighting Championship. In all likelihood, the standout Brazilian jiu-jitsu ace will make his debut with the organization at MFC 23: Unstoppable on Dec. 4 – quite possibly against another top-ranked title contender, Bryan Baker. Le…

365 FIGHT MANAGEMENT FIGHTER RUDY BEARS TO HEADLINE STRIKEFORCE CHALLENGERS EVENT ON NOV 20

Oct 16, 2009 - Kansas City, KS -- San Jose-based mixed martial arts promotion Strikeforce confirmed Thursday that its Nov. 20 "Strikeforce Challengers" event at the historic Memorial Hall in Kansas City, Kansas will be headlined by blue chip welterweight prospects Rudy Bears (13-5) and Tyron "T-Wood" Woodley (4-0).Bears is a part of the initial class of prospects signed to the brand new 365 Fight Management agency and his headlining status comes on the heels of his recent signing with the new firm."I've been c…

X-1 WORLD EVENTS IS PROUD TO ANNOUNCE TELEVISION BROADCAST AGREEMENT WITH FIGHTZONE TV

Oct 15, 2009 - Honolulu, HI (USA): X-1 World Events, Hawaii’s premier fight promotion, is pleased to announce a broadcast agreement with FightZone TV. The first event to be aired by FightZone TV will be X-1’s “CHAMPIONS” event. X-1 has built a reputation as a world-class MMA promotional company known for delivering exciting live, arena-based entertainment events to fight fans all over the islands, and “CHAMPIONS” is no exception. Several X-1 World titles are on the line, and some of the fighters showcased…

MMA BIG SHOW WILL BE BRINGING THE ACTION FULL FORCE

Oct 12, 2009 - Indiana (USA): A heavyweight elimination bout headlines MMA Big Show’s next event offering, “FULL FORCE,” live at the Belterra Casino Resort & Spa in Belterra, Indiana on Saturday, October 24th. Also featured will be the first professional women’s bout in Big Show history. All told, 15 bouts are scheduled to entertain fight fans, and the “FULL FORCE” action is sure to be hard-hitting. Tickets are priced at $25, $40, and $45, and are available through Ticketmaster, as well as http://www.mmabi…

HIGHLIGHTS OF FIRST-EVER COMBAT SPORTS CHAMPIONSHIPS EVENT TO BE SHOWN DURING FRIDAYS EDITION OF "INSIDE MMA" ON HDNET

Oct 8, 2009 - Kansas City, Kansas - Last Friday, Titan Entertainment's Combat Sports Championships (www.CombatSC.com), presented by ChokeOutPoker.net, launched a successful maiden voyage at the historic Memorial Hall in Kansas City, KS. The live audience in attendance cheered non-stop for the action-packed nine bout card.One of the special guests attending the event was a camera crew from HDNet's nationally televised weekly mixed martial arts show, Inside MMA. For those who missed the inaugural Combat Sports …

Diego Sanchez Supporting Autism at Grapplers Quest

Oct 5, 2009 - Saturday in Long BeachLONG BEACH, Calif. (Oct. 5, 2009) --Rising MMA starDiego “Nightmare” Sanchez will be signing autographs and meeting fans all day this Saturday (October 10) at Grapplers Quest, “The World’s Largest Grappling Competition,” at Cal State University in Long Beach’s Pyramid.The special event will help raise funds for an alternative Autism treatment known as a Hyperbaric Chamber -- forced oxygen, neuro-rehabilitating treatment. All proceeds from the first 1…

DEBUT COMBAT SPORTS CHAMPIONSHIPS CARD FEATURES MAIN EVENT UPSET AND OFFICIAL ANNOUNCEMENT OF NOV 20 STRIKEFORCE EVENT

Oct 3, 2009 - Kansas City, Kansas - Titan Entertainment's Combat Sports Championships (www.CombatSC.com) made a triumphant debut on Friday night at the historic Memorial Hall in Kansas City, Kansas.The nine- bout card featured some of the top rising fight prospects in the Midwest in one of the most well-received cards to hit the area in recent years and included celebrity attendees such as current World Extreme Cagefighting fighters L.C. Davis and James Krause along with former NBA center Scot Pollard.In the …

INAUGURAL COMBAT SPORTS CHAMPIONSHIPS CARD ON FRIDAY NIGHT TO FEATURE CAST OF RISING MMA PROSPECTS

Oct 2, 2009 - Kansas City, Missouri --The Combat Sports Championships completed weigh-ins Thursday night at the Argosy Hotel & Casino in anticipation of its first-ever card on Friday night. Tomorrow's debut event for the Combat Sports Championships will feature a co-main event of Bobby Voelker, 20-6, taking on Brendan Seguin, 17-16-1, in a welterweight contest and a featherweight clash between Eric Marriott (14-1) and UFC veteran Ryan Roberts (8-6). Founded by veteran MMA and boxing promoter Joe Kelly…

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