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UFC 89 - Results

10-19-2008

Denver, CO

From The National Indoor Arena in Birmingham, England

Main Card Bouts:
1. Michael Bisping defeated Chris Leben by unanimous decision
2. Keith Jardine defeated Brandon Vera by split decision
3. Luiz Cane defeated Rameau Thierry Sokoudjou by TKO from strikes at 4:15 of rd 2
4. Chris Lytle defeated Paul Taylor by unanimous decision
5. Marcus Davis defeated Paul Kelly by guillotine choke at 2:16 of rd 2

Preliminary Bouts:
6. Dan Hardy defeated Akihiro Gono by split decision
7. Shane Carwin defeated Neil Wain by TKO from strikes at 1:31 of rd 1
8. David Bielkheden defeated Jess Liaden by unanimous decision
9. Terry Etim defeated Sam Stout by unanimous decision
10. Jim Miller def.eated David Baron by rear choke at 3:19 og tf 3
11. Per Eklund defeated Sammy Schiavo by rear choke at 1:47 of rd 3

PANCRASE Belt Rank Promotion

10-18-2008

Pancrase Institute for Advanced Martial Studies

8 Garden Center, Broomfield, CO

Hanme Clark receives diploma from instructor Billy Hendricks

Congratulations to Hanme Clark. On Friday, Mr. Clark was promoted to the rank of Purple Belt of Mixed Martial Arts in a ceremony at the Stars Training Center in Broomfield, Colorado.

Clark is a long-time martial artist, national grappling champion, and undefeated MMA fighter.

15 Years of PANCRASE on Pay-Per-View 90 minutes of non-stop fight footage!

10-16-2008

Denver, CO

San Diego, California – Sports Action Network International (SAN)®, a next generation online streaming network, has reached an agreement with iBN Sports to broadcast the 15 year Anniversary of PANCRASE video on demand (VOD) pay-per-view. This historical project encompasses all of the past and present glory of the PANCRASE organization, featuring 90 minutes of nonstop fight action, highlighting the best moments in over 130 PANCRASE battles.

“We are extremely excited about our agreement with iBN Sports to broadcast the 15 Year Anniversary of PANCRASE video on pay-per view. It enables us to make this exciting piece of MMA history available to mixed martial arts fans worldwide.” states George Boley, Production Manager for Sports Action Network.

PANCRASE was founded in Japan in 1993 by Masakatsu Funaki and Minoru Suzuki and is one of the longest running mixed martial arts (MMA) promotions in the world. The first PANCRASE event was held two days before UFC-1 was presented here in the United States. Many of MMA’s legends and current heroes got their start in PANCRASE. Fighters such as Bas Rutten, Ken Shamrock, Frank Shamrock, Josh Barnett, Guy Mezger, Nate Marquadt, Evan Tanner, Chris Lytle, Allan Goes, David Terrell and many more are showcased in this one high quality perspective. This MMA masterpiece is narrated by the current King of PANCRASE, and former UFC Heavy Weight Champion, Josh Barnett.

Josh had this to say in one of his recent My Space blog entries, “I recently finished up voiceover work for the PANCRASE 15 year anniversary DVD which will be distributed in the U.S. by SAN (Sports Action Network). George Boley and the guys at SAN have made available an awesome collection that looks into the fights and history that made PANCRASE. I did my best to also add my personal insight and background info as well, to give everyone access to some of the stories around the fights.”

According to the Sports Action Network team, the objective of this tribute is not only to pay homage to PANCRASE, but to honor some of the world’s elite champions that will forever be a part of the prestigious mixed martial arts organization. Despite its historical significance, this VOD feature is not a documentary. It is a monumental compilation of MMA fight footage that pays tribute to the great fighters of PANCRASE.

UFC 89 “Leben vs. Bisping” - Fight Card

10-10-2008, Denver, CO

Event date: Saturday, October 18, 2008, Spike TV at 9 p.m. ET

Venue: The National Indoor Arena (NIA) in Birmingham, England

Main Card Bouts:
1. 185 lbs.: Michael Bisping (16-1) vs. Chris Leben (18-4)
2. 205 lbs.: Brandon Vera (9-2) vs. Keith Jardine (13-4-1)
3. 205 lbs.: Rameau Thierry Sokoudjou (5-2) vs. Luis Cane (8-1)
4. 170 lbs.: Chris Lytle (25-16-5) vs. Paul Taylor (9-3-1)
5. 170 lbs.: Marcus Davis (14-4) vs. Paul Kelly (7-0)

Preliminary Bouts:
6. 170 lbs.: Akihiro Gono (28-12-7) vs. Dan Hardy (19-6)
7. 265 lbs.: Shane Carwin (9-0) vs. Neil Wain (4-0)
8. 155 lbs.: Jess Liaudin (12-10) vs. David Bielkheden (12-6)
9. 155 lbs.: Sam Stout (13-4-1) vs. Terry Etim (10-2)
10. 155 lbs.: Jim Miller (11-1) vs. David Baron (16-2)
11. 155 lbs.: Samy Schiavo (10-5) vs. Per Eklund (12-3-1)

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STRIKEFORCE - Results

10-04-2008

Broomfield, CO

From the Broomfield Colorado Event Center.

Main Event:
1. Duane Ludwig defeated Sammy Morgan by submission from strikes at 2:01 of rd 1

Main Card Bouts:
2. Frank Trigg defeated Falaniko Vitale by unanimous decision
3. Donnie Liles defeated Pete Spratt by rear choke at 1:59 of rd 3
4. Billy Evangelista defeated Luke Caudillo by unanimous decision
5. Carlos Zevallos defeated Andre Walker by TKO from strikes at 4:48 of rd 1
6. Michelle Waterson defeated Tyra Parker by rear choke) at 1:20 of rd 1
7. Tyler Toner defeated Ricky Johnson by TKO from strikes at 3:44 of rd 2

Preliminary Bouts:
8. Drew Dober defeated Lumumba Sawyers by KO at 0:16 of rd 1
9. Alan Gomez defeated Jordan Goodwin by unanimous decision
10. Eric Galvan defeated Jeremy Malaterre by split decision
11. Turrell Galloway defeated Brett Tillis by rear choke at 1:21 of rd 1
12. Aaron Trujillo defeated Haven Torres by TKO from strikes at 2:59 of rd 1

STRIKEFORCE "Payback" - Tonight at the Broomfield Event Center

10-03-2008

Event date: 10-03-2008, 8:00 PM MST

Venue: Broomfield Event Center, Broomfield, CO

Event

Main Event:
165 lbs - Duane “Bang” Ludwig (16-8) vs. Sam “The Squeeze” Morgan (19-11)

Main Card:
185 lbs - Frank “Twinkle Toes” Trigg (17-6) vs. Falaniko “Niko” Vitale (26-8)
170 lbs - Pete “The Secret Weapon” Spratt (18-14) vs. Donnie Liles (11-5)
155 lbs - Luke “Lil Hulk” Caudillo (15-11) vs. Billy Evangelista (7-0)
205 lbs - Andrew Walker (0-0) vs. Carlos Zevallos (0-0)
112 lbs - Michelle “The Karate Hottie” Waterson (3-2) vs. Tyra Parker (0-1)
145 lbs - Tyler Toney (0-0) vs. Ricky Johnson (0-1)

Strikeforce “Young Guns” Bouts:
170 lbs - Lumumba Sawyers vs. Drew Dober
155 lbs - Jordan Goodwin vs. Alan Gomez
155 lbs - Jeremy Malaterre vs. Eric Galvin
125 lbs - Aaron Trujillo vs. Haven Torres

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Rocky Mountain Bad Boyz: "CAGED DOMINATION" - Results

9-27-2008

Denver, CO

From Red and Jerry's in Sheridan, Colorado.

1. Jason Lee defeated Kyle Bryan by TKO in rd 2
2. Adam Limon defeated Nate Buschman by KO in rd 2
3. Mike Speroni defeated Felix Arais by armbar in rd 2
4. Travis Hollis defeated Matt Cox by unanimous decision
5. Audrey Perkins defeated Diana Real TKO in rd 1
6. Jeremiah Record defeated Bruce Reis by rear choke in rd 1
7. Zach Chavez defeated Omar Gonzales by TKO in rd 1
8. Carlos Huerta defeated Cory Ortiz by rear choke in rd 1
9. Derek Moralez defeated Ryan McKee by rear choke in rd 1
10. Lacy Schuckman defeated Kari Ricker by guillotine choke in rd 1
11. Joe Trujillo defeated Peter Baldwin by armbar in rd 1

STRIKEFORCE at the Playboy Mansion - Results

9-21-2008

Denver, CO

From the Playboy Mansion in Los Angles, California

1. Kazuo Misaki defeated Joe Riggs by TKO at 2:29 of rd 2

2. Josh Thompson defeated Ashe Bowman by TKO at 1:14 of rd 1

3. Terry Martin defeated Cory Devela by TKO at 2:08 of rd 3

4. Mitsuhiro Ishida defeated Justin Wilcox by armbar at 1:21 of rd 1

5. Trevor Prangley defeated Anthony Ruiz by unanimous decision

6. Luke Stewart defeated Jesse Juarez by armbar at 4:55 of rd 1

7. Eric Lawson defeated Kenneth Seegrist by rear choke at 3:07 of rd 1

8. Brandon Magana defeated Brandon Thatch by split decision

9. Jesse Gillespe defeated Dave Martin by split decision

STRIKEFORCE at the Playboy Mansion Tonight

9-20-2008, Denver, CO

Event date: Sat, Sept 20th

Venue: Playboy Mansion

Main Card Bouts:
1. Joe Riggs (181.5) vs. Kazuo Misaki (185)
2. Josh Thomson (155.5) vs. Ashe Bowman (154.5)
3. Mitsuhiro Ishida (156) vs. Justin Wilcox (155)
4. Anthony Ruiz (204) vs. Trevor Prangley (203)
5. Terry Martin (185.5) vs. Cory Devela (185.5)

Preliminary Bouts:
6. Jesse Juarez (171) vs. Luke Stewart (169.5)
7. Kenneth Seegrist (183) vs. Eric Lawson (184.5)
8. Brandon Thatch (170.5) vs. Brandon Magana (172)

9. Jesse Gillespe (194) vs. Dave Martin (190.5)

RICARDO MURGEL SEMINAR - Tomorrow, Sept. 20, in Denver, Colorado

9-19-2008, Denver, CO

Event date: September 20, 2008, 8:30 AM - 10:30 AM MST

Location: Grappler's Edge Academy, 5305 E. Colfax Ave. Denver, CO 80220

Master Ricardo Murgel will be teaching a No-Gi Grappling and MMA Seminar on Saturday, September 20, 2008 from 8:30am to 10:30 am!

Master Ricardo Murgel is widely considered one of the World's foremost authorities on Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, Submission Wrestling and Vale Tudo. Master Murgel is also the highest ranked Brazilian Jiu Jitsu instructor (7th Degree Black Belt) in Southern Brazil with over 40 years experience.

His many accomplishments include having coached more than 30 Brazilian National, World Jiu Jitsu, ADCC and Vale Tudo Champions.

The cost of the seminar is only $45.00 (cash only).

Don't miss this great opportunity to train with a legend!

For more info, contact Sheldon Marr at 303-433-EDGE.

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KICK DOWN 54 - Results

9-15-2008

Denver, CO

From the Red Lion Inn in Denver, Colorado

Results:

1. Sebastian Puente defeated Chris Woods by rear naked choke in rd 1

2. Isaac Colon defeated Frank Morris by split decision

3. Art Brown defeated Cody Fredrickson by guillotine choke in rd 1

4. Logan Petro defeated Josiah Callis by unanimous decision

5. Brenton Swanson defeated Miles Worth by rear naked choke in rd 2

6. Chris Saucedo defeated Eli Buckner by tapout from strikes in rd 2

7. Manuel Miera defeated Richard Large by rear choke in rd 1

8. Terry Woods defeated Duston Russell by rear choke in rd 1

9. Luke Baker defeated Charles Parrack by KO at :11 of rd 1

10. Luke Rutz defeated Gary Brackett by TKO in rd 1

11. Troy Barron defeated Adam Johnson by TKO from strikes in rd 1

UFC 88: "BREAKTHROUGH" - Final Fight Card

9-6-2008, Denver, CO

Event date: Sep. 6, 2008, 7pm PT / 10pm ET .PPV Live
Venue: Philips Arena, live on Pay-Per-View from Atlanta, GA

7:15pm ET Doors Open at the Phillips Arena, 8:00pm ET First Bout, 10:00pm ET Main Card Begins

Main Card:

205 lbs.: Chuck Liddell (204) vs. Rashad Evans (205)
205 lbs.: Rich Franklin (204.5) vs. Matt Hamill (205)
185 lbs.: Dan Henderson (185) vs. Rousimar Palhares (184.5)
185 lbs.: Nate Marquardt (185) vs. Martin Kampmann (184.5)
170 lbs.: Matt Brown (170) vs. Dong Hyun “Stun Gun” Kim (170)

Preliminary Bouts:

155 lbs.: Thiago Tavares (155) vs. Kurt Pellegrino (156)
205 lbs.: Tim Boetsch (205.25) vs. Mike Patt (205.25)
185 lbs.: Jason Lambert (185) vs. Jason MacDonald (185)
170 lbs.: Roan Carneiro (170) vs. Ryo Chonan (170)

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NO MERCY EXTREME FIGHTING Presents "Annihilation X"

9-2-2008, Denver, CO

Event date: September 6th, 2008
Venue: Colorado Springs City Auditorium, 221 E. Kiowa, Colorado Springs, Colorado (Down Town Colorado Springs)
For V.I.P Table and Ticket Information Call (719) 660-3234

Fight Card:
1. Main Event -155lbs: Sean Claffey vs. James Mead
2. Co-Main Title - 185lbs:Chris Holland vs. Kreg Hartel

3. 160lbs: Anthony Snyder vs. Joe Kelso
4. 160lbs: David Duddley vs. Matt Gutterez
5. 185lbs: Jared Hinsley vs. Sebastion White
6. 150lbs: Josiah Callis vs. Ryan Kreps
7. 170lbs: Travis Connors vs. Jose Alverado
8. 160lbs: Mike Zaragoza vs. Adam Soto
9. 135lbs: Leslie Smith vs. T.B.A
10. 160lbs: Luke Sais vs. Ron Encisco
11. 155lbs: Manual Trujillo vs. T.B.A
12. 125lbs: Randall Shuckman vs. Haven Torres
13. 170lbs: Chris Thompson vs. T.B.A.

Fight Card Subject to change at any time.

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KING OF THE CAGE: "RETRIBUTION" - Aug. 30th Results

9-2-2008

Denver, CO

From the Ute Mountain Casino in Towaoc, Colorado.

Bout #1 - Amateur: Eugene Rodrigues VS Anthony Devargas
Winner: Anthony Devargas via Armbar @ 0:40 of round 1

Bout #2 - Amateur: Josh Edwards VS Gabe Gallegos
Winner: Josh Edwards via KO @ 0:19 of round 1

Bout #3 - Amateur: Mike Maxey VS Frank Baca
Winner: Frank Baca via Tapout @ 2:02 of round 1

Bout #4 - Amateur: Jason Bedker VS Gilbert Dunston
Winner: Jason Becker via Rear Naked Choke @ 1:02 of round 1

Bout #5 - Pro: Joey Lujan VS Jason Keith
Winner: Jason Keith @ :00 of round 2 (Lugan could not answer bell after the first round) Three, 3 minute rounds

Bout #6 - Pro: Aaron Gustavo VS Gerald Sedillo
Winner: Gerald Sedillo via Guillotine Choke @ 0:23 of round 1

Bout #7 - Pro: Jacob Clark VS Robert Jeffers
Winner: Jacob Clark via Rear Naked Choke @ 0:49 of round 1

Bout #8 - Pro: Josh Galloway VS Tarry Yezzi
Winner: Tarry Yezzi via Guillotine Choke @ 1:07 of round 1

Bout #9 - Pro: Travis Ford VS Matt Knaub
Winner: Matt Knaub via Tapout @ 1:16 of round 1

Bout #10 - Pro: Chris Leyva VS Daniel Armendariz
Winner: Chris Leyva via TKO @ 1:37 of round 1

Bout #11 - Pro: Rylan Sandoval VS Ambross Teasyatwho
Winner: Rylan Sandoval via Guillotine Choke @ 1:09 of round 1

Bout #12 - Pro: Levi Stout VS Brad Norquest
Winner: Levi Stout via Tapout @ 0:36 of round 1

Bout #13 - Pro: Jasper Church VS Joe Coca
Winner: Joe Coca via Rear Naked Choke @ 3:26 of round 1

Bout #14 - Pro: Dave Paxton VS Lance Friedenstein
Winner: Lance Friedenstein via Tapout @ 0:46 of round 1

No Holds Barred: Steve Nelson and the Unified Shoot Wrestling Federation
8-30-2008

Denver, CO

http://nhbnews.podOmatic.com/entry/2008-08-28T22_12_12-07_00

On this edition of No Holds Barred, host Eddie Goldman speaks with Steve Nelson, who fought in and ran the Unified Shoot Wrestling Federation (USWF) in the 1990's in Amarillo, Texas. This organization, which was one of the most successful local promotions of its time, held fights under what were called shootfighting rules, with only open hand strikes allowed, but with all submissions as well as kicks and knees permitted.

Steve was also a headliner in the company's most famous fight, when he took on Ralph Gracie, who had defeated him in under a minute in 1996 under no holds barred rules in Extreme Fighting 2 in the Mohawk community of Kahnawake near Montreal. The rematch took place August 22, 1998, at a USWF show in Amarillo.

This fight was my selection as the 1998 Fight of the Year in mixed discipline combat sports.

In a lengthy interview, we spoke with Steve about the USWF and its history, his fights with Ralph Gracie, some of the fighters from the USWF who became notable in mixed martial arts, the movement to establish a wrestling team at West Texas A&M University, the accomplishments of the boy's and girl's wrestling teams at Palo Duro High School in Amarillo, where Steve is the head coach, and more.

Also, No Holds Barred is available through iTunes at http://phobos.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/viewPodcast?id=150801513&s=143441

UFC 88: "BREAKTHROUGH" - Fight Card

8-28-2008, Denver, CO

Event date: Sep. 6, 2008, 7pm PT / 10pm ET .PPV Live
Venue: Philips Arena, live on Pay-Per-View from Atlanta, GA

7:15pm ET Doors Open at the Phillips Arena, 8:00pm ET First Bout, 10:00pm ET Main Card Begins

Fight Card:

1. Chuck Liddell Vs. Rashad Evans
2. Rich Franklin Vs. Matt Hamill
3. Karo Parisyan Vs. Yoshiyuki Yoshida
4. Dan Henderson Vs. Rousimar Palhares

5. Martin Kampmann Vs. Nate Marquardt

Preliminary Bouts:
6. Thiago Tavares Vs. Kurt Pellegrino
7. Dong Hyun Kim Vs. Matt Brown
8. Roan Carneiro Vs. Ryo Chonan
9. Jason Lambert Vs. Jason MacDonald
10. Tim Boetsch Vs. Michael Patt

WEC - Results

8-4-2008

Denver, CO

From the The Joint at Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas, Nevada.

1. Carlos Condit defeated Hiromitsu Miura by TKO at of 4:43 of rd
2. Steve Cantwell defeated Brian Stann by TKO at 4:01 of rd 2
3. Jamie Varner defeated Marcus Hicks by TKO at 2:08 of rd 1
4. Brian Bowles defeated Damacio Page by guillotine choke at 3:30 of rd 1
5. Josh Grispi defeated Micah Miller by TKO at :50 of rd 1
6. Brock Larson defeated Carlo Prater by TKO at :37 of rd 1
7. Blas Avena defeated Dave Terrell by TKO at 1:07 of rd 1
8. Shane Roller defeated Todd Moore by guillotine choke at 3:00 of rd 1
9. Mike Budnick defeated Greg McIntyre by triangle choke at 3:21 of rd 3
10. Scott Jorgensen defeatedKenji Osawa by unanimous decision

BATTLE UNDER THE STARS - This weekend

7-30-2008

Denver, CO

Jim 'Smitty' Smith and Poor Boys Pro Boxing have teamed up with local MMA power promoter, Sven Bean to bring you no less than 11 bouts on a card entitled "Battle Under The Stars".

BOXING BOUTS:
The main event will pit Colorado's Victor Villareal against tough veteran Patrick 'Head Hunter' Thompson from Nebraska. The bout will be an 8 rounder for the Colorado/Nebraska States title at super middleweight. The title will be recognized by both the Colorado and Nebraska state boxing commissions as well as the Association of Boxing Committee (ABC).

The chief support bout will be a rematch between welterweights Brad Jackson and Julio Lanzas, who fought to a draw in March. Jairo Delgado will take on 25 fight veteran Javier Segura in only his second start as a pro. Delgado is certainly one to watch for. Rounding out the boxing portion of the card is John Kiser against Jose Beltran and the much anticipated debut of Tommy Atencio. Atencio was an outstanding amateur in the Colorado boxing scene with many state, regional and national titles to his credit.

MMA FEATURE BOUTS:
There will be three solid MMA matches at the event featuring fighters from Colorado, Arizona, and South Dakota.
In a light heavyweight bout New York transplant Ken Kreuscher takes on Battlequest veteran Coy Sasse. Kreuscher is 1-1 in MMA and 1-0 in Muay Thai. All of wins have come by way of Knockout. He has trained with the likes of Renzo Gracie, Nate Marquardt and Kru Phil Nurse. Coy Sasse hails from Rapid City, South Dakota. He is well rounded fighter out of Dynamic Martial Arts and is trained by veteran fighter/coach Josh Usera. Sasse made his debut at the Battlequest 8 event where he dispatched Rory O'Farrel in the first round. Sasse also has a 2-0 amateur boxing record.

Denver's Ben Deanda replaces Ralston Baker, who had to drop from the card for personal reasons. Deanda is a Battlequest veteran and mixes solid striking with slick jiujitsu skills. He hails from Nate Marquardt's High Altitude Martial Arts. Deanda will be facing an amazing athlete in Justin Gaethje. Gaethje compiled a record of 191-9 wrestling at Stafford High School in Arizona, where he was a four-time regional champion, and twice named team captain. In the first MMA bout of the evening two lightweights will make their debut as submission stylist Justin Griffis locks up with wrestler Rocco Depaolo. Griffis is a Brazilian Jiujitsu blue belt under Mauricio Zingano. Depaolo is a Colorado state runner up and is part of the UNC wrestling squad.

MUAY THAI BOUTS:
The fight card will also feature 3 women's Muay Thai matches. In the feature bout Lauren Sugihara faces Jessica Hollenback. Sugihara is better known as DJ Ms. Vicious, one of the most sought after DJ's in the industry. She is known for her looks, something that has garnered attention from Playboy, but she can also fight. She is currently 2-0 in Muay Thai and will be looking to enter in to the MMA scene in the future. She is trained by the legend Clarence Thatch of 3-D Martial Arts. Jessica Hollenback is 1-0 and comes out of the Colorado Muay Thai camp. She has the most technically sound Muay Thai coach in the region, Oscar Martinez, in her corner.
La Boxing's Christina Kaneesal (1-1) will face off against Colorado Muay Thai's Rachel Sahlberg (2-0). Both girls are known for there toe-to-toe non stop style and should be a crowd pleaser. And to kick off the night, Sarah Padilla (0-1) of Denver will face debut fighter Danyella Hogle at 132-137 lbs.

FIGHTS UNDER THE STARS
The event will take place Saturday, August 2nd outside at Softball Country. Come watch 11 exciting Mauy Thai, MMA and Pro Boxing matches under the stars.

Grab a cold one, and enjoy the fresh air and fights! The gates will open at 7:00 pm and the first bout will start promptly at 8:15 pm.

Softball Country is located at 2101 W 64th Avenue. It is just a few blocks west of Pecos on 64th.

HOW TO PURCHASE TICKETS:- Available online at www.TICKETSWEST.com or charge by phone at 303-864-2626
Visit any KING SOOPERS or CITY MARKET location.

Ticket Prices:
Rows 1-2, $50.00
Rows 3-4, $35.00
Rows 5-14, $25.00
Bleacher Seating (GA), $25.00
SPECIAL VIP TABLE PACKAGES! Call (303) 246-5237 for details.

COLORADO MMA - Kick Down 52 Results

7-28-2008

Denver, CO

From the Red Lion Inn in Denver, Colorado.

1. Cameron Thurgood defeated Anthony Werner by arm lock in rd 1
2. Josh Cole defeated Michael Close by arm lock in rd 2
3. Charles Parrack defeated Tony Miller by rear choke in rd 1
4. Richard Large defeated Paul Wyand by TKO in rd 1
5. Pat Anderson defeated Troy Barron by rear choke in rd 1
6. Matt Vigil defeated Logan Petro by unanimous decision
7. Jeremy Malaterre defeated Jay Jackson by TKO in rd 2
8. Travis Linsacum defeated Nathan Gates by TKO in rd 2
9. Cody Fredrickson defeated Forrest Clouse by rear choke in rd 1
10. Adam Reed defeated Forrest Tobin by TKO in rd 1
11. Pete Vandervort defeated Jack Johnson by armbar in rd 1
12. Ian Stonehouse defeated John Sargent by TKO in rd 1
13. Nick Honstein defeated Vellore Cabellaro by kneebar in rd 1

UFC 86 - Fighter Salaries

7-8-2008

Denver, CO

Winner) Forrest Griffin - $250,000 plus an additional $60,000 bonus for fight of the night
(Loser) Quinton Jackson - $225,000 plus an additional $60,000 bonus for fight of the night

(Winner) Patrick Cote - $32,000
(Loser) Ricardo Almeida - $23,000

(Winner) Joe Stevenson - $60,000
(Loser) Gleison Tibau - $11,000

(Winner Josh Koscheck - $70,000
(Loser) Chris Lytle - $14,000

(Winner) Tyson Griffin - $40,000
(Loser) Marcus Aurelio - $40,000

(Winner) Gabriel Gonzaga - $100,000
(Loser) Justin McCully - $5,000

(Winner) Cole Miller - $20,000 plus an additional $60,000 bonus for submission of the night
(Loser) Jorge Gurgel - $10,000

(Winner) Melvin Guillard - $20,000 plus an additional $60,000 bonus for KO of the night
(Loser) Dennis Siver - $7,000

(Winner) Justin Buchholz - $8,000
(Loser) Corey Hill - $8,000

UFC 86: Results - Griffin upsets Jackson for UFC title
7-6-2008,

Denver, CO

From the Mandalay Bay Events Center in Las Vegas, Nevada.

Preliminary Bouts:

1. Gabriel Gonzaga defeated Justin McCully by armlock at 1:57 of rd 1
2. Cole Miller defeated Jorge Gurgel by triangle choke at 4:48 of rd 3
3. Melvin Guillard defeated Dennis Siver by TKO from strikes at 0:36 of rd 1
4. Justin Buchholz defeated Corey Hill by rear choke at 3:57 of rd 1

Main Card Bouts:
5. Tyson Griffin defeated Marcus Aurelio by unanimous decision

6. Josh Koscheck defeated Chris Lytle by unanimous decision

7. Joe Stevenson defeated Gleison Tibau by guillotine choke at 2:57 of rd 2

8. Patrick Cote defeated Ricardo Almeida by split decision

9. Forrest Griffin defeated Quinton Jackson by unanimous decision, to win light heavyweight title

COLORADO MMA - Premier Championship Fighting Results

6-27-2008

Event date: June 21, 2008

Venue: Boulder County Fairgrounds in Longmont, Colorado

Results:
1. Nick Rosenborough defeated Chris Camozzi by triangle choke in rd 3
2. Gregg Dalton defeated Nick Bushman by unanimous decision
3. Ryan Axtell defeated Joey Welch by TKO from strikes in rd 1
4. Chino Montoya defeated Joe Trujilo by submission in rd 1
5. Alfredo Corona defeated Alex Whipple by submission in rd 3
6. Lamumba Sayers defeated Ryan McKee by TKO from strikes in rd 2
7. Ann Wyborny defeated Krystal Matacol by TKO from strikes in rd 3
8. Jamie Schiola defeated EJ Howe TKO in 1st rd (unable to continue in 2nd rd)
9. Jamie Addie defeated Cory Ortiz by TKO from strikes in rd 2
10. Matt Nissen defeated Matt Simms by TKO from strikes in rd 1
11. Carlos Huerta defeated Joe Salley by choke in rd 1
12. Willy Baisley defeated Justin Strauser by rear choke in rd 1

Ultimate Fighter Finale - Results

6-22-2008

Denver, CO

From the Palms Casino in Las Vegas, Nevada.

Results:

1. Kendall Grove defeated Evan Tanner by split decision
2. Amir Sadollah defeaed C.B. Dollaway by armbar at 3:02 of rd 1
3. Diego Sanchez defeated Luigi Fioravanti by TKO from strikes at 4:07 of rd 3
4. Spencer Fisher defeated Jeremy Stephens by unanimous decision
5. Matt Riddle def. Dante Rivera by unanimous decision
6. Dustin Hazelett defeated Josh Burkman by armbar at 4:46 of rd 2
7. Drew McFedries defeated Marvin Eastman by TKO from strikes at 1:08 of rd 1
8. Matt Brown defeated Matt Arroyo by TKO from strikes at 3:40 of rd 2
9. Dean Lister defeated Jeremy Horn by guillotine choke at 3:52 of rd 1
10. Rob Kimmons defeated Rob Yundt by guillotine Choke at 3:58 of rd 1

Fighter bonus payouts:

1. Submission of the Night ($20,000): Dustin Hazelett
2. Fight of the Night ($20,000/each): Dustin Hazelett and Josh Burkman
3. Knockout of the Night ($20,000): Thiago Alves

COLORADO MMA - Ring of Fire 3: Results

6-14-2008

Broomfield, CO

1. Sean Doherty defeated Dominic Blanco by armbar in rd 1
2. Brendan Schaub defeated Jay Lester by TKO from strikes in rd 1
3. Cody Donovan defeated Weston Duschen by armbar in rd 3
4. Brian Wood defeated Miguel Martinez by choke in rd 1
5. Kenneth Seegrist defeated Ian Berg by choke if rd 1
6. Justin Salas defeated Max Smith by rear choke in rd 1
7. Brandon Thatch defeated Mike Crisman by TKO from strikes in rd 1

8. Cat Albert defeated Karina Taylor by armbar in rd 1

9. Torrance Taylor defeated Luke Caudillo by TKO from strikes in rd 3
10. Noah Thomas defeated Brett Roller by rear choke in rd 2
11. Mike Nickels defeated Vladimir Vuckovic by rear choke in rd 1

RING OF FIRE 32 : "RESPECT"

6-13-2008

Broomfield, Event Center Broomfield, CO

Fight Card:

MAIN EVENT: 205 lbs - Mike Nickels vs. Vladimir Vuckovic
FEATURE BOUT: 145 lbs - Noah Thomas vs. Brett Roller
FEATURE BOUT: 155 lbs - Luke Caudillo vs. Torrance Taylor
FEATURE BOUT: 135 lbs - Cat Albert vs. Karina Taylor
ROF YOUNG GUNS TITLE: 170 lbs - Brandon Thatch vs. Mike Crisman
FEATURE BOUT: 163 lbs - Max Smith vs. Justin Salas
ROF YOUNG GUNS TITLE: 185 lbs - Kenneth Seegrist vs. Ian Berg
PRELIM BOUT: 145 lbs - Brain Wood vs. Miguel Martinez
PRELIM BOUT: 205 lbs - Cody Donovan vs. Weston Duschen
PRELIM BOUT: 225+ lbs - Brendan Schaub vs. Jay Lester
PRELIM BOUT: 135 lbs - Sean Doherty vs. Dominc Blanco

UFC 85 - Results

6-7-2008

Denver, CO

Live from the O2 Arena in London England

Main card:

1. Thiago Alves defeated Matt Hughes by TKO from strikes at 1:02 of rd 2
2. Michael Bisping defeated Jason Day by TKO from strikes at 3:42 of rd 1
3. Mike Swick defeated Marcus Davis by unanimous decision
4. Thales Leites defeated Nate Marquardt by split decision
5. Fabricio Werdum defeated Brandon Vera by TKO from strikes at 4:40 of rd 1

Preliminary bouts:
6. Martin Kampmann defeated Jorge Rivera by choke at 2:34 of rd 1
7. Matt Wiman defeated Thiago Tavares by KO at 1:57 of rd 2
8. Kevin Burns defeated Roan Carneiro by triangle choke at 3:56 of rd 2
9. Luis Cane defeated Jason Lambert by TKO from strikes at 2:07 of rd 1
10. Paul Taylor defeated Jess Liaudin by split decision
11. Antoni Hardonk defeated Eddie Sanchez by TKO from strikes at 4:15 of rd 2

WORLD PANCRASE CREATE INC. & HYBRIDMEDIA INC - Launch new project, HybridFighter, to international markets

6-6-2008

Denver, CO PNW

Tokyo, Japan - This new project has been commenced to invite foreign fighters to Japanese Events and make contractual agreements for our Japanese and Korean fighters to the overseas fighting events.

As our first project, HybridFighter are very pleased to announce that Maurice Smith (from U.S.) and Mubae Choi (from Korea) will attend SENGOKU 3 as our HybridFighter coming Sunday, June 8th, 2008.

From now on, HybridFighter would like to introduce the variety of strong, unique, and high quality fighters to the Fighting Event Organizations in many countries and also would like to be one of the roles which help enlarging MMA (Mixed Martial Arts) market in the world together with all our MMA families and friends.

For more information, our new website would be launched and announced shortly. We look forward to share pleasant business with world MMA organizations and MMA fighters.

Contact: Mayumi Yamamoto - hf@hybridmedia.tv

For more information
Maurice Smith: http://www.pancrase.co.jp/en/fighters/en/smith.html (English)
Mubae Choi: http://www.pancrase.co.jp/en/fighters/en/choi.html (English)
PANCRASE: http://www.pancrase.co.jp/en/index.html (English)

COLORADO MMA - Women's MMA featured at Ring of Fire 32: "Respect"!

6-5-2008

Broomfield, CO

ROF promoter Sven BOOGIE Bean is happy to announce the promotion's next installment RING OF FIRE 32: RESPECT !!.

The 12 bout MMA event will take place on Friday, June13th, 2008 at the Broomfield Event Center in Broomfield, Colorado.

"Some fighters fight for Honor, and some fight for Glory.. but every fighter fights for RESPECT! "

FEATURE BOUT:
RING OF FIRE has long been a proponent of women's mma and that tradition continues with ROF 32.
Top ranked female fighter, Cat Albert will have her hands full with the Shawn Tompkins trained fighter Karina Taylor. Taylor trains out of Xtreme Couture in Las Vegas and has all the tools to play spoiler to the local favorite Albert.

ROF fans will be very familiar with the #1 ranked female athlete Cat Albert. Albert grew up competing in every sport she could. Soccer, volleyball, swimming were all disciplines she excelled, setting records along the way. But the turning point for her would be when she joined the wrestling team in high school. Albert was was the lone female wrestler on the Boulder County Fairview High School squad. And just like all other sports, she performed at the highest level. Once out of school, she discovered Jiujitsu and found it to be a great way of staying in shape and complimented her skill set. BJJ led to MMA and the rest, as they say, is history.

Albert's opponent Karina Taylor also found the martial arts as a great way to keep in shape. The Las Vegas fighter bounced from gym to gym, losing nearly 30 pounds along the way. Originally starting with LA Boxing, Taylor migrated from camp to camp training with some of the sport's best trainers. Muay Thai legend Master Toddy, and UFC veteran Tony Fryklund both have honed her striking skills. Taylor has now found a home at the world famous Xtreme Couture and is under the watchful eye of Shawn Tompkins. Tompkins has been a coach for the IFL and is widely regarded as one of the best trainers in the world.

Karina Taylor:
"I am excited to be on the Ring Of Fire! I know it is one of the greatest promotions in the sport. I also know that Cat is a very tough grappler and has a great record. I have more of a stand up background, but my coach has seen Cat fight and I trust in his game plan. I really just want to go out there and have a great fight and show the fans that the women fight just as hard as the guys."

Cat Albert:
"I have had a great training camp for this fight. I have worked with Oscar Martinez a lot on my muay thai and boxing. I am getting really comfortable on my feet and have no problem with just standing and going toe to toe. I know that if it goes to the ground I'll be just fine, so I won't be afraid to let the fists go. My training has been great, and I have focused on more cardio adding swimming and a lot more running to my program. I will be in shape on the 13th, and I will be ready!"

WORLD CLASS ARENA
the $45 million Broomfield Event Center is a state-of- the-art 180,000 square foot multi-purpose event center and includes 25 suites, 900 club seats, up to 8,000 total seats, a sit-down restaurant, three themed bars and a separate basketball practice facility. It is the home of the CHL 's Rocky Mountain Rage Professional Hockey Club and the Colorado 14ers Professional Basketball Club of the NBA Development League.

TAPOUT presents RING OF FIRE 32: RESPECT!!

5-26-2008

Broomfield, CO

ROF promoter Sven BOOGIE Bean is happy to announce the promotion's next installment RING OF FIRE 32: RESPECT !!.

The 12 bout MMA event will take place on Friday, June13th, 2008 at the Broomfield Event Center in Broomfield, Colorado.

"Some fighters fight for Honor, and some fight for Glory.. but every fighter fights for RESPECT! "

MAIN EVENT:
In the main event bout of the evening, UFC veteran BIG Mike Nickels returns to the cage for the first time in nearly a year. In July of last year, Nickels fought Stephan Bonner at UFC 73.
A two time UFC veteran, Mike Nickels is one of the better submission stylists in the sport. He has won gold medals at both the Pan American and Grapplers Quest jiujitsu tournaments. RING OF FIRE fans last saw Nickels at ROF 29 where he knocked out Carpaccio Owens with a vicious right hand a mere .07 seconds in to the match. The knockout showed that BJJ stylist could be just as dangerous on his feet as he is on the ground.

A repeat performance may prove difficult, however, as one of ROF Europe's most feared strikers will cross the Atlantic to face Nickels. Vladimir Vuckovic of Montenegro, is known for his devastating punching power, and explosiveness.

Vuckovic is nick named "The Wolf" and brings an impressive 11-4 record to the table. Even more impressive is that all of his eleven wins have come by way of knockout! Vuckovic gained his striking prowess through boxing, where he racked up a 42-8 record in the amateurs. The Wolf has added BJJ to his game by consistantly travelling to Croatia to train with some of the top coaches in the region.

Vladimir Vuckovic:
"I am excited to show the ROF USA fans what I can do. I have been competing in sports all my life and have been boxing since I was 15. I was also in the military Guard, so I know I have what it take to face an opponent like Nickels. I know he has good ground, but I do too. I have been training wrestling and BJJ since 2003 so I am not concrned if the fight goes to the mat. But what I am the strongest at is punching. I want to meet him in the middle of the cage and go to war. I have a high opinion of him and respect him as a fighter. But I will do my very best to finish him. I will fight with a no surrender attitude and I expect no less from him. The fight will be in his home town, with all of his fans. But when the fight is over they will all know why I am called the Wolf!"

Mike Nickels:
"I am glad to hear my opponent is confident. I know he says he wants to stand and bang with me, but that is easy to say before the fight. Let's see what happens when we get in the cage. It has been a while since I have fought, but I haven't stopped training. And I have really picked it up for this fight. I am training two and sometimes three times a day. I feel I get a little better every day, and a lot better every fight. I have worked on a whole lot of new tools and I plan on using them June 13th. I will go out there and give everthing I have 100%. I feel like I owe that to my coaches, and my training partners. Since Vladimir is coming from Europe to fight me I feel like I am representing, my school, my state and my country in this fight. I don't plan on letting anyone down. It is going to be a great fight, but one thing is for sure, I plan on winning!"

FEATURE BOUTS:
The fight card is stacked with talent from the top to bottom and will feature two title matches. UFC veteran Luke LIL HULK Caudilo will lock up with national champion Torrance Taylor in a light weight feature bout. Noah Thomas will return to competition for the first time since appearing on the cast of The Ultimate Fighter season 5. Facing Thomas will be Brett Roller. There is no love lost between the two as their rivalry goes all the way back to their High School wrestling team where Roller was Top Dog. The bad blood for this match runs as deep as it gets.
Two of the most decorated wrestlers to ever compete in ROF will face each other at a catch weight match. Grapplers Edge fighter and IFL tryout finalist, Max Smith goes head to head with former D-1 wrestler, a two time high school All American Justin Salas. Battlequest Champion Ian Berg will face the fan favorite Kenneth Seegrist for the Middle Weight Young Guns belt.

And in what insiders are calling as potential fight of the night Brandon RUCKUS Thatch will put his undefeated record on the line against the destructive force of Vince O'Donnell. These are two of the top welterweights in the circuit and will be competing for the the division's Young Gun Belt.

RING OF FIRE has long been a proponent of women's mma and that tradition continues with ROF 32. Top ranked female fighter, Cat Albert will have her hands full with the Shawn Tompkins trained fighter Karina Taylor. Taylor trains out of Xtreme Couture in Las Vegas and has all the tools to play spoiler to the local favorite Albert.

There will be six preliminary matches starting at 6:30, featuring some of the most promising fighters on the ROF roster including Brian Wood, Miguel Martinez, Cody Donovan, Dominic Blanco and Sean Doherty.

UFC 84 "ILL WILL" - Results

5-25-2008, Denver, CO

From the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada.

Preliminary bouts:

1. Shane Carwin defeated Christian Wellisch by KO at 0:44 of rd 1
2. Dong-Hyun Kim defeated Jason Tan via TKO from strikes at 0:25 of rd 3
3. Yoshiyuki Yoshida defeated Jon Koppenhaver by choke at 0:56 of rd 1
4. Rich Clementi defeated Terry Etim by unanimous decision
5. Rameau Thierry Sokoudjou defeated Kazuhiro Nakamura via TKO (ref stoppage) at 5:00 of rd 1
6. Rousimar Palhares def. Ivan Salaverry by armbar at 2:36 of rd 1

Main card bouts:

7. Thiago Silva defeated Antonio Mendes by submission from strikes at 2:24 of rd 1
8. Lyoto Machida defeated Tito Ortiz by unanimous decision
9. Goran Reljic defeated Wilson Gouveia by TKO from strikes at 3:15 of rd 2
10. Wanderlei Silva defeated Keith Jardine by KO at 0:36 of rd 1

Main event:
11. B.J. Penn defeated Sean Sherk via TKO from strikes at 5:00 of rd 3

Wanderlei Silva received the “Knockout of the Night” bonus for dropping Keith Jardine at 0:36 of round 1.
Rousimar Palhares received submission of the night bonus for his armbar win against Ivan Salaverry.
Goran Reljic, and Wilson Gouveia both received the award for fight of the night after Reljic’s win by TKO in rd 2.

COLORADO MMA - Warriors Collide 3 Results

5-20-2008

Denver, CO

From the Pueblo Convention Center in Pueblo Colorado.

1. Tim Stout defeated Brandon Melendez by TKO in rd 1
2. Gideon Ray defeated Bryant Craven by TKO (cut) in rd 1
3. Donnie Liles defeated Cruz Chacon by armbar in rd 3
4. Nick Bushman defeated Lorenzo Coca by KO in rd
5. Eric Fagyas defeated Gabe Miranda by unanimous decision
6. Vellore Cabellero defeated Travis Sherman by rear choke in rd 1
7. Turrell Galloway defeated Shawn Daugherty by split decision
8. Chase Hackett defeated Nathan Torrez by unanimous decision
9. Andrew Cohea defeated Mark Gettler by armbar in rd 1
10. TJ Charles defeated Corey Ortiz by choke in rd 1
11. Dominic Montoya defeated Anthony Werner by submission in rd 1

COLORADO MMA - Kick Down 50 Results

5-11-2008

Denver, CO

Results:

1. Don Lee defeated Geoff Brokx by unanmious decision
2. Logan Petro defeated Richard Large by choke in rd 2
3. Nick Olson defeated Josh Childress by TKO from strikes in rd 3
4. Matt Vigil defeated Mitchell Alexander by unanimous decision
5. Adam Martinez defeated Mike Suski by TKO from strikes in rd 1
6. Forrest Clouse defeated Ben Hand by armbar in rd 1
7. Prentice Ingram defeated Joe Caderli by armbar in rd 1
8. Robert Martinez defeated Cody Combee by TKO from strikes in rd 1
9. Brian Cristina defeated Brett Shafer TKO in Rd 3
10. JOhn Sargent defeated Jack Johnson by rear choke in rd 1
11. Nick Honstein defeated Tom Johnson by submission in rd 1
12. Colby Snyder defeated Daniel Douglass by TKO from strikes in rd 1

KICK DOWN 50 - Milestone Fight Card, May 10th, Denver CO

5-3-2008, Denver, CO

Event date: May 10, 2008

Venue: Red Lion Hotel, Denver, CO

Fight Card:

1. Light Weight Men’s Modified Muay Thai Title: Don Lee vs Jeff Brokx
2. MMA: Logan Petro vs. Paul Weyand
3. MMA: Josh Childress vs. Byron Sowell
4. MMA: Mitchell Alexander vs. Matt Vigil
5. Jr Light Weight MMA Title: Lannon Quintana vs. Adam Martinez
6. Middle Weight MMA Title: Ben Hand vs. Forrest Clouse
7. Light Weight MMA Title: Prentice Ingram vs. Joe Kaderli
8. Welter Weight MMA Title: Robert Martinez vs. Jeremy Malaterre
9. MMA: Brian Cristina vs. Brett Shafer
10. MMA: Jack Johnson vs. Zuess Blair
11. PRO Feather Weight MMA Title: Tom Johnson vs. Nick Honstein
12. PRO Light Weight MMA Title: Colby Snyder vs. Daniel Douglass

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PANCRASE Mixed Martial Arts Rank Promotions

4-27-2008

Jacksonville, NC

By James Wright

Black Belt Jerry Roeder promotes fighters and tournament competitors to blue belt.

Pancrase North Carolina Affiliate Wright’s Carolina Martial Arts Center honors Anthony Ferro, James Bigford, and Nick Packard as they received their Blue Belts in Pancrase Mixed Martial Arts.

Anthony Ferro has competed in numerous grappling tournaments and has won or placed in all of them.

James Bigford has won both his MMA fights and is well deserving of his belt. He knocked out his first opponent and submitted the second.

Nick Packard's wrestling ability could easily put him on the national level. His power and strength overwhelms most of his opponents and his precision of techniques taps them out.

BATTLEQUEST “Tapout” – Results
4-12-2008
Softball Country Sports Pavilion in Denver, Colorado.

On Friday night, April 11th, the BATTLEQUEST promotion held it's eighth event entitled TAPOUT!. The Sports Pavilion was filled to capacity and the twelve MMA bouts did not disappoint the fans.

BATTLEQUEST is the feeder event for the popular RING OF FIRE series, and is a venue for young athletes who are trying to make name for themselves. The series is known as a way for a up and coming fighter to get noticed. The addition of the TapouT TV show in attendance only raised the stakes as every fighter on the card seemed to let it all hang out.

Some of the best fighters to rise through the ROF ranks were in attendance as well. Duane BANG Ludwig, Alvin KID Robinson, Luke LIL HULK Caudillo, Brad Gumm, Donald COWBOY Cerrone, and Michelle KARATE HOTTY Waterson were all there to support the sport's newest rising stars.

Look for a complete write up soon at both www.ROFMMA.com and www.COLORADOFIGHTEVENTS.com

1. Matt Simms defeated Travis Ramirez by rear choke in rd 1
2. John Doremus defeated Phil Gonzalez by rear choke in rd 2
3. Kevin Lucero defeated Roberto Rodriguez by TKO in rd 1
4. Cody East defeated Zac Mathews by submission (Kimura) in rd 1
5. Rob Celani defeated Jay Wymer by rear choke in rd 1
6. Angelo Gallegos defeated Tyler Rodgers by submission (Kimura) in rd 1
7. Coy Sasse defeated Rory O'Farrell by triangle choke in rd 1
8. Ralston Baker defeated Ryan McKee by TKO in rd 1
9. Cat Albert defeated Krystal Macatol by armbar in rd 1
10. BATTLEQUEST Middle Weight Championship: Ian Berg defeated Vadian La Luz by split decision
11. Co-Main Event: Julie Kedzie defeated Angela Hayes by armbar in rd 1
12. Main Event: John Dodson defeated Vern Baca by TKO in rd 2

BATTLEQUEST 8: TAPOUT! - Final Card
4-10-2008

Denver, CO

On Friday April 11th, Fighters from Arizona, Colorado, New Mexico and South Dakota converge on the Mile High City for Battlequest 8: TAPOUT!

WOMEN'S SUPERFIGHT ADDED TO AN ALREADY STELLAR CARD!!

WCL fighter Angela "THE BOMB" Hayes takes on EliteXC veteran Julie Kedzie at Battlequest 8: TAPOUT!

Angela Hayes has been a student of the martial arts since childhood. She is a world class striker , competing at the world level in Sport Karate, Kickboxing, and Muay Thai. She has recently transitioned to MMA. She was nick named the "BOMB" because she has KO power in both kicks and punches. Hayes combines that with world class athleticism to be a major force in combat sports.

Julie Kedzie has competed in martial art competitions for 18 years. She has studied a variety of martial arts including Modern Arnis, Sayoc Kali, Jeet-Kune-Do, Muay Thai and Submission Wrestling. She has won numerous titles, including first place at the Extreme Grappling Open, a World Kickboxing National Title and the Hook-N-Shoot Women's 135 pound World Championship.

BATTLEQUEST 8 FULL BOUT SHEET

Main Event 135 lbs: Vern Baca vs. John Dodson (Littleton, CO - Albuquerque, NM)

Co-Main Event 135 lbs: Angela Hayes vs. Julie Kedzie (Colo Springs, CO - Albuquerque, NM)

BATTLEQUEST Middle Weight Championship: Ian Berg vs. Vadian La Luz (Denver, CO - Albuquerque, NM)

130 lbs Feature Bout: Cat Albert vs. Krystal Macatol (Broomfield, CO - Albuquerque, NM)

170 lbs Feature Bout: Ralston Baker vs. Ryan Mckee (Ft. Collins, CO - Denver, CO)

205 lbs Prestige Bout: Rory O'Farrell vs. Coy Sasse (Ft. Collins, CO - Rapid City,SD)

145 lbs Prestige Bout: Tyler Rodgers vs. Angelo Gallegos (Glenwood Springs, CO - Albuquerque, NM)

170 lbs Prestige Bout: Jay Wymer vs. Rob Celani (Arvada, Co - Aurora, Co)

210 lbs Prelim Bout: Zac Matthews vs. Cody East (Prescott, AZ Albuquerque, NM)

145 lbs Prelim Bout: Kevin Lucero vs. Roberto Rodriguez (Arvada, - Co Ft.Carson, CO)

185 lbs Prelim Bout: Phil Gonzalez vs. John Doramus (Pueblo, CO - Aurora, CO)

170 lbs Prelim Bout: Matt Simms vs. Travis Ramirez (Broomfield, CO - Glenwood Spgs. CO)

**TAPOUT WILL BE AT BATTLEQUEST**

You have watched their show on the Versus Network! You have seen them cageside at the UFC and WEC events! Now this is your chance to join MASK, PUNKASS and SKYSCRAPE live and in person as their TV show rolls through the Mile High city.

"Traveling around the country in a tricked out tour bus, the crew is on the hunt to discover a fighter who has what it takes to represent the TapouT label; and before these up and comers fight their way out of the cage, they have to fight their way in with the TapouT crew. The crew bonds with their fighter testing out his personality, and in between the usual TapouT mayhem makes sure their new protégé gets the proper training before the big fight. In each episode, it's all on the line in the dramatic conclusion as each fighter gets one shot to impress the crew and show off his skills in the cage."

Last year TAPOUT filmed at a RING OF FIRE event. The episode was seen by millions of MMA fans across the world, and helped to launch the career of Donald COWBOY Cerrone.

ULTIMATE FIGHT NIGHT - Tonight in Broomfield, Colorado

4-2-2008

Broomfield, CO

Doors will open at the Broomfield Event Center 2pm Mountain Time
First fight at 2:45pm MT
On-air at 5pm MT

Main card action will air live tonight on Spike immediately followed by the season premiere of The Ultimate Fighter 7: Team Rampage vs Team Forrest.

Main Card:
James Irvin (205) vs Houston Alexander (205)
Gray Maynard (155) vs Frankie Edgar (155.5)
Tim Boetsch (206) vs Matt Hamill (204)
Nate Diaz (156) vs Kurt Pellegrino (155)
Karo Parisyan (171) vs Thiago Alves (171)
Kenny Florian (155.5) vs Joe Lauzon (156)

Preliminary Bouts:
Tommy Speer (170) vs Anthony Johnson (169.5)
Roman Mitichyan (170.5) vs George Sotiropoulos (169.5)
Marcus Aurelio (154.5) vs Ryan Roberts (155.5)
Josh Neer (156) vs Din Thomas (155)
Clay Guida (156) vs Samy Schiavo (155)
Manvel Gamburyan (155.5) vs Jeff Cox (155)

BATTLEQUEST 8: TAPOUT!

March 21, 2007
Denver, CO

www.COLORADOFIGHTEVENTS.com presents BATTLEQUEST 8: TAPOUT!

On Friday April 11th, BATTLEQUEST returns to the Denver area with its eighth installment entitled TAPOUT!.

In the main event Team Jackson fighter John "The Magician" Dodson will take on Vern Baca of Gumm MMA.

Dodson hails from Albuquerque, New Mexico and has a record of 7-3. The charismatic fighter has been described as having a "Sakuraba Style". Flips, spins, cartwheels and smiles are all part of Dodson's arsenal. His exciting style has earned him a trip to Japan and soon after a spot on a ROF affiliate event. Promoter Sven Bean was impressed and offered a shot at the ROF 135 Belt. Dodson wowed the crowd from bell to bell, but in the end lost a decison to Joe Doherty. Dodson can take risks that thrill the audience, but he also backs it up with determination, athleticism and skill. His camp at Jacksons is a who's who of MMA, and training there gives him the confidence to pull off his acrobatic attacks. He is looking to make a big impact at Battlequest and take the next step in his MMA career, and hopefully get noticed by a national promotion.

As a senior in high school, Vern Baca compiled a perfect 35-0 season. He captured the State Championship that year which led to a wrestling scholarship to the Colorado School Of mines. The agressive wrestler is long time veteran of RING OF FIRE. Originally fighting at 155, and facing some of the strongest lightweights on the roster, Baca always came in as the much smaller opponent. In early 2007 Baca dropped to his more natural walk around weight of 145, and immediately racked up a win against Gerald Lovato of FIT NHB. At Battlequest, Baca will drop to 135 for the first time in his fight career. The cut to 135 isn't a big deal, according to coach and UFC veteran Brad Gumm. Gumm feels this is the perfect weight class, and that the compact powerhouse will finally settle into his MMA groove.

In the feature bout of the evening Ian "ICE" Berg will face active John Bryant of Wichita, Kansas. The two will compete for the vacant BATTLEQUEST MIDDLE WEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP. The under card is filled with some of the area's most talented fighters including the dynamic Brandon Thatch, and Infinite Martial Art's Ralston Baker. Also returning to the cage will be rising female star Cat Albert.

The full card will be released next week.

BATTLEQUEST is known as a breeding ground for new talent and is the feeder show to the popular RING OF FIRE Championship Fighting promotion. The night will feature at least 10 matches and will take place at the Softball Country Sports Pavilion. The Sports Pavilion is a great venue for fight events as it also the home of Poor Boys Professional Boxing series.

**TAPOUT WILL BE AT BATTLEQUEST**

You have watched their show on the Versus Network!

You have seen them cageside at the UFC and WEC events!

Now this is your chance to join MASK, PUNKASS and SKYSCRAPE live and in person as their TV show rolls through the Mile High city.

"Traveling around the country in a tricked out tour bus, the crew is on the hunt to discover a fighter who has what it takes to represent the TapouT label; and before these up and comers fight their way out of the cage, they have to fight their way in with the TapouT crew. The crew bonds with their fighter testing out his personality, and in between the usual TapouT mayhem makes sure their new protégé gets the proper training before the big fight. In each episode, it's all on the line in the dramatic conclusion as each fighter gets one shot to impress the crew and show off his skills in the cage."

Last year TAPOUT filmed at a RING OF FIRE event. The episode was seen by millions of MMA fans across the world, and helped to launch the career of Donald COWBOY Cerrone.

Come and be a part of the national TV show filming, live, April 11th as they hit the Battlequest 8 event in search of their next big MMA breakout star!

Tickets can be purchased at any KING SOOPERS location or online at www.ticketswest.com. You can also charge by phone at 866-464-2626. Doors will open at 6:30 and the first bout will start promptly at 7:30 p.m.

Ticket Prices: Rows 1-2 $50.00, Rows 3-6 $35.00, Rows 7-14 $25.00, Bleachers $25.00

Visit www.rofmma.com and www.coloradofightevents.com over the next few weeks for updates to the fight card, in depth interviews and fighter bios.

UFC Fight Night - Broomfield, CO Lineup

3-19-2008, Broomfield, CO

Event date: April 2, 2008
Venue: Broomfield Event Center, CO
Doors will open at the Broomfield Event Center 2pm Mountain Time, first fight at 2:45pm MT, on-air at 5pm MT

A special SPIKE presentation - LIVE 3 hour show starts at 7pm until 10pm.
Re-air: Wednesday 4/2 12am, Sunday 4/6 1.30pm, Tuesday 4/6 7pm

Main Fight Card:
1. Kenny Florian Vs. Joe Lauzon
2. Thiago Alves Vs. Karo Parisyan
3. Matt Hamill Vs. Tim Boetsch
5. Kurt Pellegrino Vs. Nate Diaz
6. James Irvin Vs. Houston Alexander

Preliminary Bouts:
7. Gray Maynard Vs. Frank Edgar
8. Josh Neer Vs. Din Thomas
9. Jeff Cox Vs. Manny Gamburyan
10. Samy Schiavo Vs. Clay Guida
11. Roman Mitichyan Vs. George Sotiropoulos
12. Anthony Johnson Vs. Tommy Speer