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UFC 108 - Results

01-03-2010

Denver, CO

 

From MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada.


Main Card (PPV):
1. Rashad Evans defeated Thiago Silva by unanimous decision
2. Paul Daley defeated Dustin Hazelett by KO at 2:24 of rd 1
3. Sam Stout defeated Joe Lauzon by unanimous decision
4. Jim Miller defeated
Duane Ludwig by armbar at 2:31 of rd 1
5. Junior Dos Santos defeated Gilbert Yvel by TKO at 2:07 of rd 1

Spike TV Card:
6. Cole Miller defeated Dan Lauzon by submission (kimura/triangle) at 3:05 of rd 1
7. Martin Kampmann defeated Jacob Volkmann by guillotine choke at 4:03 of rd 1

Preliminary Bouts:
8. Rafaello Oliveira defeated John Gunderson by unanimous decision
9. Jake Ellenberger defeated Mike Pyle by KO at 0:22 of rd 2
10. Mark Munoz defeated Ryan Jensen by Submission from strikes at 2:30 of rd 1

 

 

 

UFC 108 - Evans vs. Silva

01-01-2010, Denver, CO

Event date: January 2, 10 PM ET, 7 PM PT

 

The Ultimate Fighting Championship® kicks off the New Year with an explosive light heavyweight main event that has serious implications on the title picture at 205 pounds. Former world champion and Ultimate Fighter® season ten coach 'Suga' Rashad Evans begins his quest to regain his crown as he takes on Brazilian powerhouse Thiago Silva, who is coming off a spectacular 95 second knockout of Evans' friend and training partner Keith Jardine.

It’s a grudge match of epic proportions. UFC® 108: Evans vs. Silva, live from the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada.

3:45 pm MGM Grand doors open to ticket holders
4:30 pm First bout
7:00 pm PT /10pm ET / 3am GMT First bout of main card on television

 

Main Card:
1. Rashad Evans vs. Thiago Silva
2. Paul Daley vs. Dustin Hazelett
3. Joe Lauzon vs. Sam Stout
4.
Duane Ludwig vs. Jim Miller
5. Junior dos Santos vs. Gilbert Yvel
 

Preliminary Bouts (Spike TV):
6. Martin Kampmann vs. Jacob Volkmann
7. Dan Lauzon vs. Cole Miller


Other Preliminary Bouts:
8. Ryan Jensen vs. Mark Munoz
9. Jake Ellenberger vs. Mike Pyle
10. Rafaello Oliveira vs. John Gunderso

 

 

 

JASON GENET -  Manager For Colorado Fighters Named in SEC Fraud Complaint

12-23-2009

Denver, CO

 

Colorado MMA Fighters Shane Carwin, Eliot Marshall, Brendan Schaub, Rocky Johnson, Chase Hackett, and Alicia Gumm's Manager Named In Fraud Case

 

U.S. SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Litigation Release No. 21232 / September 30, 2009
SEC v. Jason M. Genet, Civil Action No. 09-CV-4215 (E.D.N.Y.) (Seybert, J)
SEC Files Fraud Charges Against Jason M. Genet, Former Stock Promoter of China Energy Savings Technology, Inc.


The Securities and Exchange Commission today filed a civil action against Jason M. Genet of Phoenix, Arizona, alleging that Genet participated in an elaborate stock manipulation scheme involving China Energy Savings Technology, Inc., a now-defunct Nevada company with purported operations in China. In its complaint, the Commission alleges that Genet helped China Energy falsely obtain a listing on the Nasdaq National Market System ("NMS") and entered into secret arrangements to give away China Energy stock to people who agreed to purchase China Energy stock in the market, thereby creating the false and misleading impression of bona fide and active investor interest in China Energy. The Complaint alleges that Genet acted in concert with Chiu Wing Chiu, a Chinese national who secretly controlled China Energy. The Commission previously sued Chiu and his associates for their conduct in the China Energy fraud.


Among other things, the Commission's Complaint alleges that Genet played a crucial role in the illegal "pump and dump" manipulation of the common stock of China Energy. According to the Complaint, as part of the manipulation, Genet: (i) helped China Energy falsely obtain a listing on the Nasdaq NMS by helping China Energy to give away shares to hundreds of persons, and thereby created the false and misleading impression that China Energy had a bona fide and active shareholder base; (ii) engaged in unregistered distributions of securities; and (iii) entered into secret arrangements to give away China Energy stock to persons who agreed to purchase China Energy stock in the market, and thereby created the false and misleading impression of active trading and interest in China Energy. In payment for his fraudulent activities, Genet received thousands of shares of China Energy stock, which he later sold into the artificially inflated market, realizing illicit profits in excess of $1.7 million.


The Commission's complaint charges Genet with violating the antifraud and registration provisions of the federal securities laws (Section 10(b) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 and Rule 10b-5 thereunder, and Sections 5(a), 5(c), and 17(a) of the Securities Act of 1933). The Commission seeks a permanent injunction against Genet prohibiting him from further violations of the securities laws, disgorgement of his ill-gotten gains, civil penalties and a penny stock bar.


The Commission previously filed fraud charges against China Energy, Chiu Wing Chiu, and several of Chiu's associates, seeking permanent injunctions, disgorgement, penalties, and other relief, as well as an order freezing $3.9 million in assets held in four U.S. brokerage accounts by nominees of Chiu. See Lit. Rel. 19933 (Dec. 4, 2006). On March 27, 2009, the court entered final judgments against Chiu, Lai Fun "Stella" Sim, Jun Tang Zhao, Sun Li, and New Solomon Consultants, finding them liable for fraud, and ordering them to pay disgorgement, prejudgment interest, and civil penalties. The court also imposed officer-and-director bars against Chiu, Sim, Zhao, and Li. On July 31, 2009, the court entered a final judgment against the relief defendant nominees of Chiu, ordering that the $3.9 million still held in U.S. brokerage accounts be turned over as proceeds of the fraud.


For additional related actions by the Commission against China Energy, see Rel. 34-53839 (May 19, 2006) (suspending trading in China Energy stock); Rel. 34-54503A (Sept. 26, 2006) (imposing a second trading suspension in China Energy stock); Admin. Proc. 34-54502 (Sept. 26, 2006) (instituting administrative proceedings against China Energy to determine whether to revoke the company's securities); and Admin. Proc. 34-54881 (Dec. 6, 2006) (administrative law judge's order revoking China Energy's stock registration statements).
The Commission would like to acknowledge the assistance afforded by the Nasdaq Stock Market in this matter.
 

 

http://www.sec.gov/litigation/litreleases/2009/lr21232.htm

SEC Complaint (PFD)

http://magneticmarketingassoc.com/fighters.php

http://starpas.azcc.gov/scripts/cgiip.exe/WService=wsbroker1/names-detail.p?name-id=R15058274&type=FOREIGN L.L.C.

 


 

Editor's note: This story is strangely similar to that of former Colorado WFC fight promoter Gene Odice (a.k.a Gino Carlucci), also from Arizona. 

 

http://www.sec.gov/litigation/complaints/comp18413.htm

http://www.sec.gov/litigation/litreleases/lr18930.htm

 

 

 

ROF 36 - Results

12-05-2009

Denver, CO

 

From the Magness Arena in Denver, Colorado.
 

Main Event (205 lbs.):
1. Vinny Magalhaes defeated Mike Nickels by armbar at 1:19 of rd 1

 

Super Fight:
2. Duane Ludwig defeated Ryan Roberts by submission due to strikes at 2:05 of rd 1
 

Feature Bouts:

3. Anthony Morrison defeated Alvin Robinson by submission due to strikes at 1:09 of rd 1
4. Cameron Dollar defeated Kit Cope by rear naked choke at 4:38 of rd 1
5. Eric Smith defeated Cody Donovan by TKO from strikes at 3:18 of rd 1
6. Justin Guthrie defeated Ian Berg by rear naked choke at 2:17 of rd 1
7. Andreas Spang defeated Andre Walker by guillotine choke at 2:20 of rd 1

 

Preliminary Bouts:
8. JJ Mondragon defeated Zach Valdez by unanimous decision (29-28, 30-27, 30-27)
9. Jen Berg defeated Sarah Goodlaxen by TKO from strikes at 1:23 of rd 1
10. Vinny Lopez defeated Shane Lemaster by TKO at end of rd 1
11. Kyane Hampton defeated Rachel Perry by TKO from strikes at 2:52 of rd 1
12. Oscar Jimenez defeated Husam Alberq by Split Decision (29-28, 29-28, 27-30)

 

 

 

PANCRASE - Belt Rank Promotion

12-03-2009

Broomfield, CO

 

Bo Yurko and Professor Billy Hendricks

 

Congratulations to Bo Yurko on his promotion to Blue Belt of Pancrase Martial Arts.  Bo's dedication to training, athleticism, and positive attitude contributed to his fast advancement.

 

Bo is currently training for a upcoming MMA bout in early 2010.

 

 

 

RING OF FIRE: Live Wire - TOUGH TALK IN GRUDGE MATCH
11-25-2009
Denver, CO
ROF News

While a lot of the hype for the upcoming ROF 36 event is focused on the main event between Vinny Magahales and BIG Mike Nickels, the main trash talking seems to be coming from the "GRUDGE" match on the main card.

Not one to shy from the spotlight or a microphone, Kit Cope was recently asked about his ROF debut against TUF Season 8 veteran Cameron Dollar.

"I can tell you this. I 100% WILL NOT LOSE THIS FIGHT" stated a confident Cope.

"As for the bad blood between me and "Penny Man", it stems from us signed to fight on another card. He pulled off because he was afraid, but then went around telling everyone I was afraid of him. Me afraid of him?
Whatever. How in the world can I lose to faux hawk wearing, Emo-wannabe, excuse for a fighter? I'll tell you what I'm gonna beat him black and blue and the rest of the 30 seconds To Mars too!"

Seemingly unfazed, a calm Cameron Dollar replied; "I could care less what kit Cope thinks. Talking is his thing. It's what he's good at, so him spouting off doesn't mean a thing to me. He should care more about training and less about talking. I am in the best shape of my life. I have had a great camp for this fight and I am entirely focused on beating Cope on December 4th. He can say whatever he wants but he bleeds red just like I do. I am going to prove that to the fans in denver next week."

The Cope-Dollar match is part of the 12 bout ROF 36: DEMOLITION event to be held Friday December 4th in Denver, Colorado. The event features 7 UFC veterans and will be produced live at Denver's Magness Arena.

For ticket info and for VIP seating call 303-521-0966

 

 

 

RING OF FIRE 36 "Demolition"- ROF SIGNS MAIN EVENT FOR DEC CARD

11-07-2009

Denver, Colorado

 

On Friday, December 4th one of MMA's premiere organizations returns to action with RING OF FIRE 36: DEMOLITION.

The card will feature Seven UFC veterans and is headlined by two fomer stars of SPIKE TV's Ultimate Fighter.

TUF Season 8 finalist Vinny Magalhaes will make his ROF debut when he clashes with TUF Season 3 star and local fan favorite BIG Mike Nickels.

Magalhaes is a black belt in Brazilian jiu-jitsu and hails from Gracie Humaita in Rio de Janeiro, the school founded by Helio Gracie. He now resides in Las Vegas and trains and teaches out of the Tapout Training Center. Magalhaes is a three time world champion in BJJ, and is a Pan American grappling Champion. On TUF Season 8 he defeated Lance Evans, Jules Bruchez and Krzysztof Soszynski. He then moved on to the finale against Ryan Bader losing by knockout. He is coming off a first round submission victory at CFP in North Carolina in October.

BIG Mike Nickels is a brown belt in Machado Jiu-Jitsu. He is the owner and Instructor of Colorado Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Academy in Highlands Ranch, CO. After going 3-1 in fights at ROF, Nickels went on to be part of Ken Shamrock's team on Season 3 of the Ultimate fighter. He lost in his first fight to Matt Hamill by unanimous decision; however, he returned on the undercard for the finale, defeating previously undefeated Wes Combs by rear naked choke in the first round. Nickels then returned to ROF for one fight and scored one of the quickest K.O.'s in the promotions history dropping Carpacio Owens in just under 7 seconds. The victory earned him a match against Stephan Bonnar at UFC 73. Nickels has gone 3-0 in his last 3 fights, most recently defeating UFC veteran David Heath at MFC 22 in Canada. He scored both Fight of The Night a Submission of the night awards in the match. The bout was heralded as one, if not the best fight in MFC history.

The remainder of the card feature one of the best lineups in the RING OF FIRE 10 year history. It is stacked with UFC, Strikeforce, and K-1 Veterans and highlighted by promotion stand outs Duane BANG Ludwig and Alvin KID Robinson.

MAIN EVENT 205 lbs:
BIG Mike Nickels (Highlands Ranch, CO) vs. Vinny Magalhaes (Las Vegas, NV)

Feature Bout 155 lbs:
Duane BANG! Ludwig (Thornton, CO) vs. Ryan Roberts (Omaha, NE)

Feature Bout 145 lbs:

Alvin KID Robinson (Thornton, CO) vs. Anthony Morrison (Philadelphia, PA)

Feature Bout 155 lbs:

Cameron Dollar (Colo Springs, CO) vs. Kit Cope (Las Vegas, NV)

ROF YOUNG GUNS CHAMPIONSHIP 205 lbs:

Cody Donovan (Aurora, CO) vs. Eric Smith (Las Vegas, NV)

Feature Bout 185 lbs:
Chilo Gonzalez (Denver, CO) vs. Ian Berg (Denver, CO)

Feature Bout 185 lbs:
Andre Walker (Denver, CO) vs. Andreas Spang (Las Vegas, NV)

The undercard will feature 5 amateur matches including two women's bouts. Jen LIL ICE Berg will return to ROF. At ROF 35 Berg and her opponent Diana Rael earned both a standing ovation from the crowd and the Fight of The Night award.

 

 

 

PANCRASE USA - MMA Belt Rank Promotions

10-15-2009

Denver, CO

 

North Carolina fighters Micha Stockton and Chase Owens have been promoted to the rank of Blue Belt of Pancrase Mixed Martial Arts. Their promotions are effective October 12, 2009.

 

                                    

Micha Perry Stockton                                         Chase Owens

 

 

 

LOCAL NEWS - Colorado MMA

HIGH ALTITUDE FACE OFF 2 - Updated Fight Card

10-05-2009, Denver, CO

Event date: October 10, 2009

Venue: Adams State College, Alamosa, CO

 

MAIN EVENT:

 

1. 145 LB. - JOSH MONTOYA vs JOSH HUBER
(Undisputed Fitness) (Fight Factory)
 

2. 185 LB. - ROCKY RAMIREZ vs JUSTIN GUTHRY
(Jackson's Camp) (Fight Factory)

Amateur Bouts:


2. 145 LB. - RAYMOND DUNNING vs CADEN REZEK
(Alamosa MM (Durango MMA)


3. 145 LB. - NICK GONZALES vs NICK WATERS
(Jacksons Cam (Fight Factory)
 

4. 135 LB. - MIKE HOVENSTINE vs ADRIEN CRUZ
(Durango MMA) (Kucevic)
 

5. 185 LB. - LYONEL LANHAM vs DAVID REID
(Jacksons Camp (Freedom Fighters)
 

6. 145 LB. - SEAN LAW vs JIMMY PARK
(Rough House) (Joint Forces)
 

7. 175 LB. - CHRIS HOCHEIMER vs SHANNON CURLEE
(Undisputed Fitness) (Kucevic)
 

8. 145 LB. - JESSE LONG vs MIKE BROWN
(Alb. Kickboxing) (Verde Valley MMA, Arizona)


9. 135 LB. - RUBEN RIVERA vs ALONZO LOBATO
(Undisputed Fitness) (Alamosa MMA)
 

10. 190 LB. - JOSH VILLAPONDO vs TRAVIS BYE
(Alamosa MMA) (Taos MMA)


11. 130 LB. - RIO MACHADO vs JUSTIN OHARA
(Alamosa MMA) (Joint Forces)

 

 

 

LOCAL NEWS - Colorado MMA

ROCKY MOUNTAIN BAD BOYZ: "Caged Fury"

Event date: September 25

Venue: Red & Jerry's, 1840 W. Oxford

 

Fight Card:

1. ANGELO DUARTA vs. SCOTT GRIMM
2. ANN WYBORN vs. AUDRE PERKINS
3. GEORGE ASHOURE vs. T J NUNNELY
4. JEREMIAH RECORD vs. TRAVIS HOLLIS
5. ANTHONY ALIREZ vs.Jack May
6. MYLES GARDNER vs.XAVIER SACCOMANNO
7. C. J. MARTINEZ vs. SHAWN FLANAGAN
8. BEAU WHIPPLE vs. WILLY BASILY
9. CHAD ROMERO vs. TBA
10. DANIEL GUZMAN vs. MATT MANZANARES
11. VALENTINE MARQUEZ vs. JAKE THOMPSON
12. JERON ARAGON vs. DAVID VASQUEZ

 

 

 

UFN 19 - Fighter Payroll
9-22-2009
Denver, CO

As reported by the Oklahoma State Athletic Commission

 Main Card:

1. Nate Diaz $48,000 ($24,000 + $24,000) defeated Melvin Guillard $14,000
2. Gray Maynard $24,000 ($12,000 + $12,000) defeated Roger Huerta $21,000
3.
Carlos Condit $48,000 ($24,000 + $24,000) defeated Jake Ellenberger $10,000
4. Nate Quarry $60,000 ($30,000 + $30,000) defeated Tim Credeur $10,000
 

Preliminary Bouts:

5. Brian Stann $22,000 ($11,000 + $11,000) defeated Steve Cantwell $10,000
6. Mike Pyle $30,000 ($15,000 + $15,000) defeated Chris Wilson $17,000
7. CB Dollaway $28,000 ($14,000 + $14,000) defeated Jay Silva $6,000
8. Phillipe Nover $20,000 vs. Sam Stout $24,000
9. Jeremy Stephens $24,000 ($12,000 + $12,000) defeated Justin Buchholz $8,000
10. Mike Pierce $12,000 ($6,000 + $6,000) defeated Brock Larson $26,000
11. Ryan Jensen $8,000 ($4,000 + $4,000) defeated Steve Steinbeiss $6,000

 

 

 

UFC 103 - Results

9-20-2009

Denver, CO

 

From the American Airlines Arena in Dallas, TX.

 

Main Card Bouts:
1. Vitor Belfort defeated Rich Franklin by KO at 3:02 of rd 1
2. Junior Dos Santos defeated Mirko "Cro Cop" Filipovic by verbal submission at 2:00 rd 2
3. Paul Daley defeated Martin Kampmann by TKO at 2:31 of rd 1
4. Josh Koscheck defeated Frank Trigg by TKO at 1:25 of rd 1
5. Tyson Griffin defeated Hermes Franca by TKO at 3:26 of rd 2

Preliminary Bouts:
6. Efrain Escudero defeated Cole Miller by KO at 3:36 of rd 1
7. Tomasz Drwal defeated Drew McFedries by rear choke at 1:03 of rd 2
8. Jim Miller defeated Steve Lopez by TKO at :48 of rd 2
9. Nik Lentz defeated Rafaello Oliveira by unanimous decision
10. Rick Story defeated Brian Foster by arm triangle choke at 1:09 of rd 2
11.
Eliot Marshall defeated Jason Brilz by split decision
12. Vladimir Matyushenko defeated Igor Pokrajac by unanimous decision
13. Rafael Dos Anjos def. Robert Emerson by unanimous decision

 

 

 

8TH DEG. RICARDO MURGEL - MMA / BJJ Seminar in Denver!

9-19-2009, Denver, CO

Event date: Saturday, 9/19/09, 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Location: Grappler's Edge Academy, 5305 E. Colfax Ave, Denver, CO 80220
Contact: 303-433-EDGE, info@grapplers-edge.com
 

Master Ricardo Murgel will teach a No-Gi Grappling and MMA Seminar on Saturday, September 19, 2009 from 9:00am to 11:00 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 (8th Degree Black Belt) in Southern Brazil with over 40years experience.

His many accomplishments include having coached the 2001 ADCC World Submission Wrestling Championships Super Heavyweight Champion, as well as more than 30 Brazilian National, World Jiu Jitsu and Vale Tudo Champions.

He is also the Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Instructor of Top Colorado Instructors Nate Marquardt, Shane Pitts and Sheldon Marr.

The cost of the seminar is only $50.00, so TELL YOUR FRIENDS…

 

 

 

UFC 103: FRANKLIN vs BELFORT

9-18-2009, Denver, CO

Event date: September 19, 7pm PT / 10pm ET

Venue: American Airlines Arena in Dallas, TX

 

The Ultimate Fighting Championship® presents the fight the entire mixed martial arts world is talking about when “The Phenom”, former UFC® light heavyweight champion Vitor Belfort, makes his long-awaited return to the Octagon™ to face UFC superstar Rich “Ace” Franklin in the main event of UFC 103. Also featured on the biggest MMA event to ever hit Texas will be perhaps the most explosive heavyweight battle of the year when one of the sport’s most feared strikers, Mirko Cro Cop, takes on Brazilian knockout artist Junior Dos Santos.

UFC® 103 FRANKLIN vs BELFORT - Saturday, September 19th, live on Pay-Per-View from the American Airlines Center in Dallas, Texas.

American Airlines Center doors open at 4:50pm CENTRAL TIME
First bout is scheduled to begin at 5:20pm CT
First fight on television at 9pm CT (7pm PT / 10pm ET)

 

FightCard:

1. Rich Franklin Vs. Vitor Belfort
2. Mirko Cro Cop Vs. Junior Dos Santos
3. Martin Kampmann Vs. Paul Daley
4. Josh Koscheck Vs. Frank Trigg
5. Tyson Griffin Vs. Hermes Franca
6. Efrain Escudero Vs. Cole Miller
7. Drew McFedries Vs. Tomas Drwal
8. Jim Miller Vs. Steve Lopez
9. Rafaello Oliveira Vs. Nik Lentz
10. Rick Story Vs. Brian Foster
11.
Eliot Marshall Vs. Jason Brilz
12. Vladimir Matyushenko Vs. Igor Pokrajac
13. Rob Emerson Vs. Rafael Dos Anjos

 

 

UFC Fight Night 19 - Results

9-17-2009

Denver, CO

 

From the Cox Convention Center in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.

 

Main Card:
1. Nate Diaz defeated Melvin Guillard by guillotine choke at 2:13 of rd 2
2. Gray Maynard defeated Roger Huerta by split decision (30-27, 29-28, 28-29)
3.
Carlos Condit defeated Jake Ellenberger by split decision (29-28, 29-28, 28-29)
4. Nate Quarry defeated Tim Credeur by unanimous decision (29-28, 29-27, 29-28)
 

Preliminary Bouts:

5. Brian Stann defeated Steve Cantwell by unanimous decision (30-27, 30-27, 29-28)
6. Mike Pyle defeated Chris Wilson by guillotine choke at 2:15 of rd 3
7. C.B. Dollaway defeated Jay Silva by unanimous decision (29-28, 29-28, 29-28)
8. Jeremy Stephens defeated Justin Buchholz by TKO due to cut at 3:32 of rd 1
9. Mike Pierce defeated Brock Larson by unanimous decision (30-27, 30-27, 30-27)
10. Ryan Jensen defeated Steve Steinbeiss by guillotine choke at 3:56 of vrd 1

 

 

UFC Fight Night 19 - Tonight on Spike TV

9-16-2009, Denver, CO

Event date: Sept 16 (check local listing for broadcast times)
Venue: Cox Convention Center, Oklahoma City
 

Main Card:
1. Nate Diaz (156) vs. Melvin Guillard (155)
2. Gray Maynard (155.5) vs. Roger Huerta (156)
3.
Carlos Condit (171) vs. Jake Ellenberger (170.5)
4. Nate Quarry (184) vs. Tim Credeur (186)

 

Preliminary Bouts:
5. Steve Cantwell (206) vs. Brian Stann (205.5)
6. Chris Wilson (171) vs. Mike Pyle (170)
7. Brock Larson (171) vs. Mike Pierce (169.5)
8. Jay Silva (185) vs. CB Dollaway (186)
9. Sam Stout (156) vs. Phillipe Nover (155.5)
10. Jeremy Stephens (155.5) vs. Justin Buchholz (155.5)
11. Ryan Jensen (186) vs. Steve Steinbeiss (185.5)

 

 

 

RICARDO MURGEL SEMINAR - Denver, Colorado
9-05-2009, Denver, CO

Event date: Saturday, 9/19/09, 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Location: Grappler's Edge Academy, 5305 E. Colfax Ave, Denver, CO 80220
Contact: 303-433-EDGE, info@grapplers-edge.com


Master Ricardo Murgel will teach a No-Gi Grappling and MMA Seminar on Saturday, September 19, 2009 from 9:00am to 11:00 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 (8th Degree Black Belt) in Southern Brazil with over 40years experience.

His many accomplishments include having coached the 2001 ADCC World Submission Wrestling Championships Super Heavyweight Champion, as well as more than 30 Brazilian National, World Jiu Jitsu and Vale Tudo Champions.

He is also the Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Instructor of Top Colorado Instructors Nate Marquardt, Shane Pitts and Sheldon Marr.

The cost of the seminar is only $50.00, so TELL YOUR FRIENDS…

 

 

 

R.M.B.J.J.F.: 4th National Cup Tournament - October 17th, Arvada, Colorado

9-04-2009, Denver, CO

Event date: October 17, 2009, 10 am

Venue: Arvada High School, 7951 W 65th Ave, Arvada, CO 80004
 

Don't miss one of Denver's hottest grappling tournaments!

Featuring Relson Gracie, Cris Cyborg, War Machine, Cameron Dollar and Frank Lester coming together to make a difference for breast cancer.

We will have a star booth where you can meet the stars, get autographs and buy pictures with the stars. They will also be selling merchandise and giving a percentage to breastcancer.org.

We will also be going out after the tournament so don't miss out on partying with the stars!

 

 

 

UFC 102 - Fighter Payroll

8-31-2009

Denver, CO

 

As reported by the Oregon State Athletic Commission

 

Main Card Bouts:

1. Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira, $400,000 ($250,000 + $105,000) defeated Randy Couture, $150,000

2. Thiago Silva, $58,000 ($29,000 + $29,000) defeated Keith Jardine, $55,000

3. Jake Rosholt, $26,000 ($135,000 + $13,000) defeated Chris Leben, $30,000

4. Nate Marquardt, $80,000 ($40,000 + $40,000) defeated Demian Maia, $28,000

5. Brandon Vera, $70,000 ($35,000 + $35,000) defeated Krzysztof Soszynski, $8,000
 

Preliminary Bouts:

6. Aaron Simpson, $18,000 ($9,000 + $9,000) defeated Ed Herman, $24,000

7. Gabriel Gonzaga, $120,000 ($60,000 + $60,000) defeated Chris Tuchscherer, $10,000

8. Mike Russow, $20,000 ($10,000 + $10,000) defeated Justin McCully, $15,000

9. Todd Duffee, $10,000 ($5,000 + $5,000) defeated Tim Hague, $7,000

10. Mark Munoz, $24,000 ($12,000 + $12,000) defeated Nick Catone, $5,000

11. Evan Dunham, $14,000 ($7,000 + $7,000) defeated Marcus Aurelio, $13,000

 

 

 

UFC 102 - Results

8-30-2009

Denver, CO

 

From the Rose Garden Arena in Portland, Oregon

 

Main Bouts:
1. Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira defeated Randy Couture by unanimous decision (30-27, 30-27, 29-28)
2. Thiago Silva defeated Keith Jardine by KO at 1:35 of rd 1
3. Jake Rosholt defeated Chris Leben by arm triangle choke at 1:30 of rd 3
4.
Nate Marquardt defeated Demian Maia by KO at 0:21 of rd 1
5. Brandon Vera defeated Krzystztof Soszynski by unanimous decision (30-27, 30-27, 30-27)

Preliminary Bouts:
6. Aaron Simpson defeated Ed Herman by TKO ( knee Injury) at 0:17 of rd 2
7. Gabriel Gonzaga defeated Chris Tuchscherer by TKO from strikes at 2:27 of rd 1
8. Mike Russow defeated Justin McCully by unanimous decision (29-28, 30-26, 30-27)
9. Todd Duffee defeated Tim Hague by KO at 0:07 of rd 1
10. Mark Munoz defeated Nick Catone by split decision (29-28, 28-29, 30-27)
11. Evan Dunham defeated Marcus Aurelio by Split Decision (29-28, 28-29, 30-27)

 

 

 

STARS TRAINING CENTER: Kid's News - Black Takes Silver At Colorado Open

8-30-2009

Broomfield, CO

 

Braxton Black with coach Billy Hendricks

 

Congratulations to junior submission wrestler Braxton Black.  Braxton took silver at the 2009 Colorado Open Grappling Championship held in Denver, Colorado. 

 

 

 

LOCAL NEWS - Colorado MMA

THE UNDEFEATED

8-27-2009, Denver, CO

Event date: August 28, 8:00 p.m

Venue: The University of Denver - Ritchie Center, 2201 East Asbury Avenue, Denver, CO 80208
Tickets: Ticket prices start at $25 for General Admission. Reserved and Group Seating can be purchased at www.ticketmaster.com, at all Ticketsmaster outlets, or by calling toll-free at (800) 745-3000. For group discounts, call (303) 635-1549. Prices do not include service charges.


The main event features Jeff "The Farmhand" Rusher, undefeated in Mixed Martial Arts (1-0). At 6'2", 205 lbs, he was (6-0) as an amateur. Additionally, he was a three-time Colorado State Wrestling Champion in Crawley County, CO, earned All-Conference in football and two-time All-America honors in wrestling while at Chadron, NE.

Additional the fight features two-time Colorado State Wrestling Champ & two-time All-American from Greeley, undefeated at (3-0) Ryan Martinez, undefeated at (6-0) Nick Meyer, undefeated Mickey Koonce from Canon City at (4-0) Steve Granieri, a former 3-Time Colorado High School State Champion is making his comeback after taking off a few years. Granieri posted some great wins both as an amateur and as a pro and his return will be a big welcome back from all MMA supporters.

Sam Rauch of Broomfield, a rodeo bull rider and former soldier in the US Army 82nd Airborne division fought in Iraq and Afghanistan following the September 11th, 2001 attacks. He learned MMA during his overseas tours of duty, and compiled a 9-0 record as an amateur.

Ray Hall, a current UNC wrestler (15-2) from Kansas City, MO was a former Missouri State Wrestling Champion finds MMA to be "great fighting". His opponent making his MMA debut is "El Jedi" Miah Gutierrez. Who most agree has a promising MMA career. John Nunnery, a former top Colorado State Wrestler from Lamar, CO summed up the sport of MMA by saying, "It's just a wild event". Be sure to enjoy the lineup of top talent from Colorado and neighboring areas.

 

 

 

PANCRASE - Belt Rank Promotions

8-20-2009

Pancrase USA

Denver, CO

 

Pancrase USA is pleased to announce that Amos Collins is hereby awarded the rank of Blue Belt of Pancrase Mixed Martial Arts, effective August 19, 2009.


Amos Collins is a Virginia state wrestling champion, a professional boxer (3-1), mma fighter (3-0) and Tae Kwondo black belt. He owns and operates his own school in Myrtle Beach, SC., teaching TKD, boxing, kickboxing and mma. 

 

Congratulations.

 

 

 

UFC102 COUTURE vs NOGUEIRA - Fight Card

8-20-2009, Denver, CO

Event date: Aug-29-2009 7pm PT / 10pm ET

Venue: Rose Garden Arena, OR

 

 

Main Card Bouts:
1. Randy Couture vs. Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira
2. Keith Jardine vs. Thiago Silva
3. Chris Leben vs. Jake Rosholt
4. Demian Maia vs.
Nate Marquardt
5. Krzysztof Soszynski vs. Brandon Vera
 

Preliminary Bouts:
6. Gabriel Gonzaga vs. Chris Tuchscherer
7. Justin McCully vs. Mike Russow
8. Todd Duffee vs. Tim Hague
9. Nick Catone vs. Mark Munoz
10. Marcus Aurelio vs. Evan Dunham
11. Ed Herman vs. Aaron Simpson

 

 

 

PICTURE OF THE WEEK: PANCRASE In Alaska

8-19-2009

Denver, CO

 

 

Pancrase martial artist Heather sent this picture from her recent trip to Alaska.

 

 

 

Ring of Fire 35 “Summer Brawl” - Results
8-02-2009
Broomfield, CO

Main Card Bouts:
1. Tyler Toner defeated Fabio Serrao by unanimous decision
2. *John Gunderson defeated Fabian Acuna by verbal submission at 2:18 of rd 1
3. Jesse Henley defeated Brian Wood by armlock at 2:33 of rd 1
4. Christian Allen defeated Chad Obermiller by choke at 1:43 of rd 1
5. Eddie Pelczynski defeated Justin Salas by TKO from strikes at 0:09 of rd 1
6. Mike Baldwin defeated Nate Williams by rear choke at 3:30 of rd 2

Preliminary Amateur Bouts:
7. Ramico Blackmon defeated Larry Williams by submission (referee stopped due to armlock) at 0:56 of rd 1
8. Jennifer Berg defeated Diane Rael by TKO from strikes at 2:32 of rd 2
9. Chris Williamson defeated Matt Vanden Boogaard by unanimous decision
10. Rory O’Farrell defeated Bogie Ison by armlock at 1:30 of rd 1
11. Vinnie Lopez defeated Travis Bye by TKO from strikes at 1:37 of rd 1
12. Justin Gaithje defeated Kevin Gonzalez by armbar at 1:20 of rd 1

*Acuna claims he was not verbally submitting and the referee incorrectly stopped the fight.  Both fighters and promoter Sven Bean agreed to a rematch at ROF 36.

 

 

 

Ring of Fire 35 “Summer Brawl” - Tonight
8-01-2009, Denver, CO
Event date: Today, August 1, 2009
Venue: Broomfield Event Center, Broomfield, CO


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The regions Number One MMA promotion, RING OF FIRE, returns this Saturday night with the first annual SUMMERBRAWL series.

The 12 bout fight card is highlighted with the ROF Feather Weight Championship when number one ranked 145 lb Tyler THUNDER Toner faces Brazilian Fabio JUNGLE BOY Serrao. Former IFL fighter Jon GUNS Gunderson makes his ROF debut against the dynamic Fabian FREAK Acuna for the promotion's Light Weight Championship.

In Feature bouts, the now vacant 145 Young Guns belt will be up for grabs as two of the promotions top 145lb fighters Brian Wood, and Jesse Henley go for the gold. The aggressive Justin Salas will face Throwdown Light Weight contender Eddie Pelczynski in a 155 lb contender bout. Former ROF Champion Christian RELENTLESS Allen faces two time Midwest MMA Champion Chad Obermiller. And to kick off the night Mike NO EXCUSES Baldwin finally returns to the ROF, as he clashes with the 2-2 wrestler Nate Williams of Iowa.

The preliminary card will feature 6 fights including 1 women's bout and highlight the top up and coming prospects in the region. 

Main Card Bouts:
1. Tyler Toner (144.5) vs. Fabio Serrao (146.2)
2. Fabian Acuna (154.0) vs. John Gunderson (155.0)
3. Brian Wood (145.0) vs. Jesse Henley (145.4)
4. Christian Allen (135.0) vs. Chad Obermiller (135.0)
5. Justin Salas (155.5) vs. Eddie Pelczynski (155.5)
6. Mike Baldwin (131.0) vs. Nate Williams (132.8)

Preliminary Bouts:
7. Larry Williams (166.0) vs. Ramico Blackmon (169.0)
8. Jennifer Berg (109.0) vs. Diana Rael (110.0)
9. Chris Williamson (170.0) vs. Matt Vanden Boogaard (165.0)
10. Bogie Ison (202.0) vs. Rory O’Farrell (205.0)
11. Vinnie Lopez (187.0) vs. Travis Bye (186.5)
12. Kevin Gonzalez (162.5) vs. Justin Gaithje (170.0)

 

 

 

KICK DOWN 68 - Tonight in Casper, Wyoming

7-25-2009, Denver, CO, PNW

Event date: July 25, 2009, 6:30 PM - Doors Open, 7:15 PM - PPV Registration Begins, 7:30 PM - Fights and PPV Broadcast Begins (all times MST)

Venue: Fairgrounds Industrial Bldg., Casper, Wyoming

 

 

On Saturday July 25, 2009 the Kick Down returns to Casper, Wyoming for the 68th edition of the promotion where Travis Peak will fight in the main event against Dave Williams in a classic MMA fighter vs Boxer. Travis Peak 11-0 over all will take on a boxer who is 10-1 over all. 

 

Ken Scott coming off an impressive debut professional victory will face Chuck Norris World Combat League veteran London Pray. 

 

Kehlin Roszel will face his toughest test when Jeff Wood(11-2) will fight for the Bantamweight title. 

 

Casper resident Clint Eberspecher will face Justin Hueske for the vacated Jr. Lightweight MMA Title. Shaun Ogle will return to the promotion along with a number of Casper, Wyoming fighters and several will make their mixed martial arts debut, one of the trademarks in the Kick Down promotion. 

 

For the first time in the promotions history 2 women will battle it out in the cage in modified muay thai kick boxing when Staci Vega faces Shantel Wilson. 

 

Also for the first time in history a father-son combination when Stan Gould and his son Kyle Gould compete the same evening on the under card in the heavyweight and middleweight class. 

 

New talent from Colorado, Wyoming, South Dakota, Montana and beyond. Up to 15 bouts with 3 titles on the line.

 

Fight Card: 

1. Travis Peak vs. Dave Williams 
2. Ken Scott vs. London Pray 
3. Kehlin Roszel (5-2) vs. Jeff Wood (11-2)
4. Mike Rutherford (7-1) vs. Alley Comer (25-8)
5. Clint Eberspecher (3-1) vs. Justin Hueske (3-2)
6. Shaun Ogle vs. Russell Henson 
7. Brandon Johnson vs. Toby Rathbun 
8. George Morgan vs. Stan Gould 
9. Jared Olguin vs. Cody Chambers 
10. Staci Vega vs. Shantel Wilson 
11. Steve Boring vs. Kyle Gould 
12. Ryan Clemons vs. Cameron Thurgood 
13. Gary Petley vs. Dustin Hodges 
14. Kylen Zumpf vs. Matt Lantz 
15. Billy Johnson vs. Richard Long 

 

 

 

LOCAL NEWS - Colorado MMA 

RMBB: Clash of the Titans
7-22-2009, Denver, CO
Event date: July 25, 2009
Venue: Douglas County Fairgrounds, Castlerock, CO

Weigh-ins:  Friday, July 24th, 7:00pm, Busty Bull Frog, 971 Park St., Castlerock, CO


Fight Card:


1. Bryant Cravin (Serial Boxe) vs Rocky Johnson (Gumm MMA)


2. Scott Grimm (Mia Tech MMA) vs Ricky Johnson (Infinite Martial Arts)


3. Anthony Alverez (Top Notch) vs Louis Loydd (Kongo Do) 


4. Mickey Koonce (Spartan House) vs Andre Harrison (Kongo Do )


5. Pete Reinolds (Sublime) vs Gilbert Smith (Team Victory)


6. Kyanne Hampton (Independent) vs Michelle Blalock (Fuse Boxe) 


7. William Jackson (Fight Factory) vs TBA 


8. Matt Cox (Freedom Fighters) vs Wes Trissell (Gumm MMA)


9. Rico Garcia (Spartan House) vs Paul Deville (Kongo Do) 


10. Matt Guterrez (Freedom Fighters) vs Robbie James (Shingitai Jujitsu)


11. David Dudley (Fatal Strike) vs Adam Soto (Team Pueblo)

 

 

 

LOCAL NEWS - Colorado MMA 

ROF 35 "SUMMERBRAWL" -  Fight Card

7-17-2009, Denver, CO

Event date: Aug 1, 2009

Venue: Broomfield Event Center, Broomfield, CO

 

Main Card Bouts:


1. ROF 145 Lbs Championship: 

Tyler Toner (Denver, CO) vs. Fabio Serrao (Manuas, Brazil) 

2. ROF 155 Lbs Championship: 

Fabian Acuna (Santiago, Chile) vs. Jon Gunderson (Las Vegas, NV) 

3. ROF 145 Lbs Young Guns Championship: 

Brian Wood (Denver, CO) vs. Kui Gonsalves (Honolulu, HI) 

4. 155 Lbs Bout: 

Justin Salas (Denver, CO) vs. Eddie Pelczynski (Orem, UT) 

 

5. 185 Lbs Bout: 

Andre Walker (Denver, CO) vs Andreas Spang (Sweden)

6. 135 Lbs Bout: 

Christian Allen (Denver, CO) vs TBA 

7. 125 Lbs Bout: 

Mike Baldwin (Denver, CO) vs. Ian Olmaza (Las Vegas, NV) 

Preliminary Bouts:


8. 170 Lbs Bout: 

Ramico Blackmon vs. Larry Williams 

9. 205 Lbs Bout: 

Bogie Ison vs. Rory OFarrell 

10: 110 Lbs Bout: 

Jennifer Berg vs. Diana Rael 

 

More to come.........

 

 

 

JEWELS 4th RING - Results
7-12-2009

Denver, CO

 

From the Shin-Kiba 1st Ring in Tokyo, Japan.

Results:

1. JEWELS Special Rules 52 kg & Under Bout: Megumi Fujii (Japan / AACC) vs. Saori Ishioka (Japan / Karate do Zendo-kai Koganei Dojo)
Winner: 2R 4'17"
Megumi Fujii by Submission (armbar)

2. Shoot Boxing Rules 50 kg & Under Bout: Lena (Japan / Oikawa Dojo) vs. Tomoko SP (Japan / WSR Fairtex Gym)
Winner: 3R Lena by Decision (30-26, 30-27, 30-26)

3. 60 kg & under Bout: Hitomi Akano (Japan / AACC) vs. Miki Morifuji (Japan / T-BLOOD)
Winner: 2R 4'17" by Hitomi Akano by Submission (straight armbar)

4.  54 kg & Under Bout: Mika Nagano (Japan / S-KEEP / CORE) vs. Rina Tomita (Japan / AACC)
Winner: 2R 3'05" Mika Nagano by Submission (armbar)

5.  64 kg & Under Bout: Shizuka Sugiyama (Japan / Karatedo Zendo-kai Yokohama branch) vs. HARI (Japan / Age Age)
Winner: 2R 5'00" Shizuka Sugiyama by Decision (unanimous)

6. 50 kg & Under Bout: Yukiko Seki (Japan / Freelance) vs. Asami Kodera (Japan / REDIPS)
Winner: 1R 4'47" Asami Kodera by Submission (armbar)

7. 56 kg & Under Bout: Mutsumi Kasai (Japan / Paraestra Tokyo) vs. Serina (Norway / Team Hellboy Hansen)
Winner: 1R 3'06" Mutsumi Kasai by Submission (kimura)

8.  60 kg & Under Bout: HARUMI (Japan / Age Age) vs. Hiroko Kitamura (Japan / Karatedo Zendokai Koganei Dojo)
Winner: 1R 3'51" Hiroko Kitamura by Submission (triangle choke)

9. Amateur Rules 52 kg & Under Bout: Ayuka Hamazaki (Japan / AACC) vs/ Miyoko Kousaka (Japan / GRABAKA Jiu-jitsu Club)
Winner: 1R 1'07" Ayuka Hamazaki by Technical Submission (armbar)

10. Amateur Rules 54 kg & Under Bout: Emi Murata (Japan / AACC) vs. Yuko Kagoshima (Japan / Shinagawa CS)
Winner: 1R 0"53" Yuko Kagoshima by TKO (punches)

 

 

 

JEWELS 4 - Final Fight Card

7-08-2009, Denver, CO

Event date: Saturday, July 11, 2009, 12:00 Open, Fights start 12:30 

Venue: Shin-kiba 1st RING, Japan

 

Opening Bouts:

1. 54kg: Yuko Kagoshima vs. Emi Murata
2. 52kg: Miyoko vs. Ayuka Hamazaki

 

Main Card Bouts:

3. ShootBoxing Rule: Rena vs. Tomoko SP

4. 50kg: Yukiko Seki 5-16-0 vs. 2-3-0 Asami Kodera

5. 54kg: Mika Nagano 2-2-0 vs. 2-0-0 Rina Tomita

6. 56kg: Celine Haga 0-1-0 vs. 2-0-1 Mutsumi Kasai 

7. 60kg: Harumi 0-11-0 vs. 0-0-0 Hiroko Kitamura

8. 64kg: Shizuka Sugiyama 3-0-0 vs. 5-7-0 Hari

9. 60kg: Hitomi Akano 14-6-0 vs. 7-5-0 Miki Morifuji
 

 Main Event:

10. 52kg: Megumi Fuji 17-0-0 vs. 7-3-0 Saori Ishioka

 

 

 

Ring Of Fire Summerbrawl MMA Presale Tickets
7-04-2009
Broomfield, CO

RING OF FIRE returns August 1st with SUMMERBRAWL!!

The number one MMA event in the region, RING OF FIRE, returns with the 1st Annual SUMMERBRAWL series.

On Saturday, August 1st at the Brromfield Event Center, MMA fans will be treated to a minimum of 12 exciting bouts featuring 3 title matches.

In the Main Event, Colorado's fastest rising star Tyler THUNDER Toner takes on the Brazilian Fabio JUNGLE BOY Serrao for the Ring Of Fire Feather Weight Championship. 
 
ROF 145 LB Championship 
Tyler Tone vs. Fabio Serrao  


Toner is touted as the next great thing to come out of Ring Of Fire. The promotion has a long history of producing some of the sports biggest names, including most recently Donald Cerrone, Shane Carwin and Eliot Marshall. Toner is also a Strikeforce veteran, but his biggest career win thus far happened just last month in Japan. "Thunder" was able to score a 1st round knockout over Shootboxing legend Kenichi Ogata in one of the biggest upsets in Shootboxing history. Toner is mainly known for his aggressive style, with a strong stand up game honed by mentor Duane BANG Ludwig. Toner will be vacating his ROF Young Guns title to vie for the ROF 145 Championship belt. 

Facing Toner will be Fabio JUNGLE BOY Serrao. Serrao is a Brazilian JiuJitsu Black Belt under the legendary Oswaldo Alves. Originally hailing from Manaus, Brazil, he currently trains with BJJ Black Belt and Vale Tudo fighter Eduardo Mori. He has a 5-1 MMA record with 3 submission victories. Being a student of the game and wanting to improve his skills he has sought out Sakasem THE PUNISHER Kanthawong to polish his Muay Thai. Serrao is a also a NAGA Absolute Grappling Champion.

In the feature bout of the evening the dynamic Fabian THE FREAK Acuna clashes with IFL veteran Jon GUNS Gunderson for the Ring Of Fire Light Weight Championship.

ROF 155 LB CHAMPIONSHIP
Fabian Acuna vs. Jon Gunderson

Fabian Acuna is one of the most exciting fighters on the ROF roster. He has been called a "155 lb Cung Le". After nearly a six year layoff, "The FREAK" returned to action at ROF 34 and needed less than 3 minutes to dispatch Contender Asia star James Martinez. Born and raised on the tough streets of Santiago, Chile, Acuna is on of three brothers with a fighting spirit. A young Acuna channeled his aggression through traditional martial arts first competing in bare knuckle karate matches. Acuna then tried his hand in kickboxing bouts but found the format too limiting. After debuting MMA in 2001 at ROF 3 and winning by a spinning elbow knockout, the tough Chilean has never looked back. Acuna is now making up for lost time and hopes the ROF belt will spring board him in to the big leagues. 

Facing Acuna for the vacant belt will be Jon GUNS Gunderson. Gunderson is a former member of Ken Shamrock's Nevada Lions in the now defunct IFL. His career high came in challenging Ryan Schultz for the IFL Championship in February of last year. He has the advantage over Acuna in experience with a 18-7 record. Stylistically this should be a barn burner since Gunderson started his career with a base in boxing. He now trains in Las Vegas at Extreme Couture with some of the best fighters in the world. Gunderson is wanting to get back in the limelight and looks for a win at ROF to give him that push. 

The Ring Of Fire SUMMERBRAWL main card is filled with top notch fighters and will also see the return of a few local favorites.

The now vacant 145 Young Guns belt will be up for grabs and Colorado's Brian Wood, and Hawaii's Patrick Kui Gonsalves will have first dibs. The aggressive Justin Salas will face Throwdown Light Weight contender Eddie Pelczynski in a 155 lb contender bout. In a battle of K-1Veterans, Andre Walker faces Swedish fighter Andreas Spang at 185 lbs. And in single bouts former ROF Champion Christian RELENTLESS Allen, and Mike NO EXCUSES Baldwin return to the RING OF FIRE stage.

The preliminary card will feature 2 womens bouts and highlight the top up and coming prospects in the region.

The full fight card will be released next week.

 

 

 

PANCRASE USA - XFC Champ Earns Pancrase Belt Rank 

7-03-2009

Denver, CO

 

 

Congratulations to Jarrod Card of Jacksonville, NC.  Jarrod was recently promoted to the rank of Purple Belt of Pancrase Mixed Martial Arts on June 30, 2009.

 

Jarrod is the current XFC light weight champion with a professional record of 9-3-1. He is also an avid submission grappler and has won or placed in numerous grappling/jiu-jitsu competitions.

 

Jarrod trains at Wright’s Martial Arts, a Pancrase USA affiliated training center located at 210 Henderson Drive, Jacksonville, NC 28546. 

 

For additional information contact Jim Wright at 910-545-7083.

 

 

 

LOCAL NEWS - Colorado MMA

KING OF CHAMPIONS PROUDLY PRESENTS “NIGHT OF CHAMPIONS”
6-24-2009, Denver, CO

Event date: Saturday, June 27, 2009
Venue: Live from the Crowne Plaza Event Center in Denver, Colorado, Doors open at 5:30 PM – Fights begin at 7 PM
Also available on internet pay per view at “www.gofightlive.tv”

Denver, CO (USA) – King of Champions, the top MMA promotion in Colorado, today announced the complete card for its exciting mixed martial arts (MMA) event, “NIGHT OF CHAMPIONS.” This event features fighters from some of the top fight camps in the Western United States, including Xtreme Couture, Team Quest, and the TapouT Training Center. Headlining the card is WEC fighter Danny Martinez (12-3) taking on local rising star Nick Honstein (5-1) for the King of Champions Bantamweight Championship, and in the co-main event, Alicia Gumm, the wife of UFC veteran Brad Gumm, will battle with Lacey Shuckman in a bout contested at 115 lbs. MMA luminaries scheduled to appear at the event include former UFC Heavyweight Champion/Pride star/current StrikeForce fighter Kevin “The Monster” Randleman, current TUF combatant Santino Defranco, KOC middleweight champion Jesse Taylor, and Team Quest/TUF trainer Heath Sims, as well as others. With 13 fights scheduled, MMA fans are not going to want to miss the action! On Saturday, June 27th, King of Champions brings its “NIGHT OF CHAMPIONS” to Denver’s beautiful Crowne Plaza Event Center, located near Denver International Airport. Tickets can be purchased at http://www.kocmma.com/. A map to the Event Center is also available on the website. A promotional video for “NIGHT OF CHAMPIONS” can be viewed here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Rox_JBhMO7I 

WEC fighter Danny Martinez is a tough veteran known for finishing his fights. His only career losses have come against tough up-and-comer Adrian Wooley, UFC/WEC/Affliction veteran Mark Hominick, and current WEC shooting star (and Urijah Faber protégé) Joseph Benavidez. He has brought a decisive end to 9 of his 12 opponents, and his losses have come only by decision. He wants to prove that he belongs in the big leagues, but standing in his way is tough local product Nick Honstein, who is determined to topple the challenge provided by Martinez, and show that he is the one that should be climbing the mountain. This is an important fight for both athletes, and will be hotly-contested.

King of Champions prides itself on bringing in some of the best fighters in the United States, and from some of the best camps out there. Three Team Quest fighters are scheduled to appear, as well as a combatant from both the Xtreme Couture and TapouT Training Center fight teams. In short, KOC is determined not to recycle the same local fighters show after show, but is committed to developing the local talent through challenging them. This makes for exciting fights, great experience, and incredible shows for the fans. 

“NIGHT OF CHAMPIONS” will feature several championship bouts, including the aforementioned Martinez-Honstein bout for the bantamweight belt. Also showcased at the event will be title fights for the amateur welterweight and bantamweight titles, as well as ten other exciting bouts. In non-title fights, submission specialists will collide as Spencer Hooker (5-1, five subs) will battle undefeated prospect Eric Smith (2-0, two subs) in an anticipated battle, and Colorado veteran Joe Kelso tackles Team Quest’s Corey Grant. With 13 total MMA fights on the card, King of Champions’ “NIGHT OF CHAMPIONS” is sure to please every kind of fight fan!

To purchase tickets, please go online to http://www.kocmma.com/ 

 

 

 

LOCAL NEWS - Colorado MMA

KICK DOWN 67: "Blast"

6-19-2009, Denver, CO

Event date: June 20

Venue: Red Lion Inn, Denver, CO

 

RED LION HOTEL I-70 and Quebec Denver, Colorado Saturday June 20, 2009

 

On Saturday June 20, 2009 two warriors will meet in the main event in the cage at Kick Down 67 "Blast". Ian Stonehouse the former Kick Down champion, ISKA champion, multiple MMA promotion champion will meet Jeremy Malaterre the former #1 contender in the promotion. This fight will be contested in the lightweight division. Stonehouse whose last appearance in the Kick Down resulted in an appearance on MTV "True Life" which showcased the skills of MMA fighters. 

 

Malaterre, the always exciting well rounded fighter will represent Gumm MMA where they have enjoyed one of the top winning percentages of any team in the promotions history. Sebastian Puente will return to the show to face Daniel Douglas in the professional middleweight division. 

 

Josh Kissel will fight for the interim Flyweight MMA title held by Allen Sosa who was recently involved in a tragic boating accident in Wyoming. He will face Phil Salazar. 

 

Raquel Pennington will put her undefeated record on the line against another unbeaten fighter in Kyane Hampton from Riverton, Wyoming when they meet for the women's bantamweight MMA title. 

 

In one of the most anticipated bouts on the card Wes Trissel (2-0) will put his undefeated mark on the line against Brandon Goshorn (2-0) in a # 1 contender bout in the welterweight division. The winner will get their shot at the current champ later this year. 

 

Fighters from Colorado, Wyoming, Nebraska, California looking to "blast" their way to the top.

Fight Card:

1. Ian Stonehouse vs. Jeremy Malaterre 
2. ebastian Puente vs. Daniel Douglas 
3. Brandon Goshorn vs. Wes Trissell 
4. Kick Down Flyweight MMA Title: Phil Salazar vs. Josh Kissell
5. Kick Down Women's Bantamweight MMA Title: Raquel Pennington vs. Kyane Hampton 

Intermission 
6. Randall Schuckman vs. Byron Sowell
7. Jose Marin vs. Phil Gonzales
8. Cameron Thurgood vs. Willy Baisley 
9. Justin Hueske vs. Jimmy Park 
10. Josh Cole vs. Tyrone Wright

 

FOR TICKETS CALL 720-422-5154 or 303-692-4865, www.kickdownmma.com 
2nd Row $35.00, 3rd and 4th Row Reserved $30.00, General Admission $25.00
LIVE ON INTERNET PAY PER VIEW $9.99