Demand Requires Second Royce Gracie Seminar
Kumite Classic is proud to announce 2 exclusive Royce Gracie seminars on Friday May 25 at the Monroeville Convention Center. These are pre-registration only seminars and are limited on a first come first serve basis. This is a rare opportunity to train with a true mixed martial arts legend and Brazilian Jiu Jitsu icon. The seminars are open to all schools, styles and organizations. The first seminar will run 3:00PM to 6:00PM for just $90.00 per person and the second seminar will run 7:00PM to 9:00PM for just $75.00 per person. Updated information, including registration form, is available at http://kumiteclassic.com/royce-gracie/.
Quick Results - Complete Devastation 3
Following are Quick Results from Complete Devastation held February 25 in Altoona.
Jim Alers over Noe Quintanilla via Submission at 0:48 of Round 1
Charlie Gathers over Gregory Jones via Decision after Round 3
Shane Valko over Davey Crockett via TKO/RSC at 0:28 of Round 1
LaRon Williams over Robert Best via Submission at 1:34 of Round 2
Brandon Pfahler over Zach Hoy via Decision after Round 3
Ricky Wineland over Danny Podliski via Decision after Round 3
Levi McCord over Stephen Devine via Decision after Round 3
Clark Young over Adam Smith-Urbany via Decision after Round 3
Jim Alers over Noe Quintanilla via Submission at 0:48 of Round 1
Charlie Gathers over Gregory Jones via Decision after Round 3
Shane Valko over Davey Crockett via TKO/RSC at 0:28 of Round 1
LaRon Williams over Robert Best via Submission at 1:34 of Round 2
Brandon Pfahler over Zach Hoy via Decision after Round 3
Ricky Wineland over Danny Podliski via Decision after Round 3
Levi McCord over Stephen Devine via Decision after Round 3
Clark Young over Adam Smith-Urbany via Decision after Round 3
Who is next for Sunbury-native Tim Boetsch?
Tim Boetsch who just had a great come from the behind win against Yushin Okami at UFC 144 Japan told www.Kimura.se reporter Millad Salehivand about the great opportunity that was fighting a top level fighter like Okami, and also who he sees himself fighting in the near future.
Jeff Smith Receives Call For The Ultimate Fighter: LIVE
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The Ultimate Fighter 15, AKA The Ultimate Fighter: LIVE is the fifteenth installment of the UFC-produced Reality TV series TUF. This season will mark the show's debut on the FX Network as well as the debut of Jon Anik as host. The FX cast features Jeff Smith (9-1) of Mechanicsburg.
The 24-year-old lightweight gained tremendous cage experience during his amateur career spanning four years in Virginia before making his professional debut in
Pennsylvania in 2009. The submission specialist has seen successes in World Extreme Fighting, Scranton-based PA Cage Fight and Pennsylvania Fighting Championship, where he earned their Lightweight Championship in November 2011. "Easy parts over," Smith said in a text message to MMAinPA.com today, "now time to kick some *ss."
As part of the deal with FX, the show will undergo a revamp. Prior to season fifteen the show was shot in six weeks, edited and aired several months after filming was completed. Beginning with this season the show will be shot over thirteen weeks and edited "the week of" before being broadcast. In addition season fifteen will be the first to feature live fights.
The UFC and FX held open tryouts on December 5, 2011, in Las Vegas, Nevada, with over 500 prospects vying for 32 spots. The casting call went out for lightweight and welterweight fighters. On December 6, 2011, it was announced that the coaches for the season would be rivals UFC bantamweight champion Dominick Cruz and WEF featherweight stand-out Urijah Faber.
The season will kick off with a two-and-a-half hour live premier on March 9 and concludes with a three-hour live finale on June 1.
The 24-year-old lightweight gained tremendous cage experience during his amateur career spanning four years in Virginia before making his professional debut in
Pennsylvania in 2009. The submission specialist has seen successes in World Extreme Fighting, Scranton-based PA Cage Fight and Pennsylvania Fighting Championship, where he earned their Lightweight Championship in November 2011. "Easy parts over," Smith said in a text message to MMAinPA.com today, "now time to kick some *ss."
As part of the deal with FX, the show will undergo a revamp. Prior to season fifteen the show was shot in six weeks, edited and aired several months after filming was completed. Beginning with this season the show will be shot over thirteen weeks and edited "the week of" before being broadcast. In addition season fifteen will be the first to feature live fights.
The UFC and FX held open tryouts on December 5, 2011, in Las Vegas, Nevada, with over 500 prospects vying for 32 spots. The casting call went out for lightweight and welterweight fighters. On December 6, 2011, it was announced that the coaches for the season would be rivals UFC bantamweight champion Dominick Cruz and WEF featherweight stand-out Urijah Faber.
The season will kick off with a two-and-a-half hour live premier on March 9 and concludes with a three-hour live finale on June 1.
Philly Ring Kings IV Results
A Message From Adam Rocco of Rocco MMA:
Philly Ring Kings IV held Saturday, February 25th 2012 was a huge success. We had 14 fights and hosted a packed house. All of the fights were extremely exciting and our fighters did great. We even had former 2 time world champion, Kermit Cintron in attendance, along with 18-0, current #10 ranked contender, Raymond “Tito” Serrano. Our first fighter was Octavio “Tornado” Pineda. He fought a very tall and athletic opponent in an extremely action packed fight. They went toe to toe throughout the fight with both of them landing a lot of clean
shots. Octavio definitely won rounds 2 and 3 but the judges ended up giving the close decision to his opponent. In a fight like that though there are no losers and we all are very proud of how Octavio fought. Then we had Mike “The Grouch” DiPlacido enter the ring. He also fought a very tall and athletic opponent who came with a huge entourage. Grouch fought the way he always does with non-stop pressure and aggression. He kept walking his opponent down and landing some great combinations throughout the fight. He won a unanimous decision. Thanks to everyone who came out and supported our event.
Thanks,
Adam Rocco
Roccomma.com
215-778-2517
Philly Ring Kings IV held Saturday, February 25th 2012 was a huge success. We had 14 fights and hosted a packed house. All of the fights were extremely exciting and our fighters did great. We even had former 2 time world champion, Kermit Cintron in attendance, along with 18-0, current #10 ranked contender, Raymond “Tito” Serrano. Our first fighter was Octavio “Tornado” Pineda. He fought a very tall and athletic opponent in an extremely action packed fight. They went toe to toe throughout the fight with both of them landing a lot of clean
shots. Octavio definitely won rounds 2 and 3 but the judges ended up giving the close decision to his opponent. In a fight like that though there are no losers and we all are very proud of how Octavio fought. Then we had Mike “The Grouch” DiPlacido enter the ring. He also fought a very tall and athletic opponent who came with a huge entourage. Grouch fought the way he always does with non-stop pressure and aggression. He kept walking his opponent down and landing some great combinations throughout the fight. He won a unanimous decision. Thanks to everyone who came out and supported our event.
Thanks,
Adam Rocco
Roccomma.com
215-778-2517
Upcoming MMA Events According To Official Database
According to www.MMA.tv, the official database of the Pennsylvania State Athletic Commission, the following MMA events are scheduled for Pennsylvania in the upcoming months.
Friday March 2 - XFE Presents Cage Wars 13 in Chester
Saturday March 3 - XFE Presents Cage Wars 14 in Chester
Saturday March 10 - VFL 36 in Connelsville
Friday March 16 - MATRIX FIGHTS V in Philadelphia
Saturday March 17 - PA CAGE FIGHT 11 in Hazleton
Saturday March 24 - Martial Arts Super Sport (MASS) 2 in Kingston
Saturday March 31 - Complete Devastation 4 in Johnstown
Saturday April 7 - Warrior Challenge 16 (ESU University) in East Stroudsburg
Saturday April 14 - Gladiators of the Cage "The Road to Glory 2" in Kittanning
Saturday April 21 - Xtreme Caged Combat: Relentless in Philadelphia
Saturday April 28 - Mayhem on the Mountain in Boarsburg
For more information on these events, please check out the Events page at www.MMA.tv.
Friday March 2 - XFE Presents Cage Wars 13 in Chester
Saturday March 3 - XFE Presents Cage Wars 14 in Chester
Saturday March 10 - VFL 36 in Connelsville
Friday March 16 - MATRIX FIGHTS V in Philadelphia
Saturday March 17 - PA CAGE FIGHT 11 in Hazleton
Saturday March 24 - Martial Arts Super Sport (MASS) 2 in Kingston
Saturday March 31 - Complete Devastation 4 in Johnstown
Saturday April 7 - Warrior Challenge 16 (ESU University) in East Stroudsburg
Saturday April 14 - Gladiators of the Cage "The Road to Glory 2" in Kittanning
Saturday April 21 - Xtreme Caged Combat: Relentless in Philadelphia
Saturday April 28 - Mayhem on the Mountain in Boarsburg
For more information on these events, please check out the Events page at www.MMA.tv.
Boetch wins via TKO
From www.mmaweekly.com:
Down two rounds to none, Tim Boetsch defeated Yushin Okami with a technical knockout in their main card bout at UFC 144 in Japan. Boetsch struck his Japanese opponent until he was no longer able to defend himself for the third-round win.
Okami established his jab early in the first round. He out-struck Boetsch and landed a mixture of effective strikes, rocking his opponent on more than one occasion. Boetsch attempted one takedown, but Okami defended it easily and earned the round, 10-9.
The second round had more of the same from Okami keeping the edge on the feet. A takedown halfway through the round gave Boetsch a brief opportunity for a guillotine choke, but Okami persevered. The round finished with Okami in full-mount and Boetsch with a bloody nose.
Things swiftly changed in the third round, however, as Boetsch landed a headkick that sent Okami backpedaling. Boetsch continued coming forward and threw punches in bunches, landing several uppercuts. Okami eventually fell to the ground and Boetsch finished him there.
The finish came at :54 of the third round.
“I knew nothing less than a knockout or finish would win that fight for me,” Boetsch said following the win. “He was beating me up for two rounds, but my heart was in it. I knew I could take him out.”
With the win, Boetsch improves to 15-4 and is undefeated since dropping down to the middleweight division from light heavyweight. Okami loses his second in a row, dropping his record to 26-7.
Down two rounds to none, Tim Boetsch defeated Yushin Okami with a technical knockout in their main card bout at UFC 144 in Japan. Boetsch struck his Japanese opponent until he was no longer able to defend himself for the third-round win.
Okami established his jab early in the first round. He out-struck Boetsch and landed a mixture of effective strikes, rocking his opponent on more than one occasion. Boetsch attempted one takedown, but Okami defended it easily and earned the round, 10-9.
The second round had more of the same from Okami keeping the edge on the feet. A takedown halfway through the round gave Boetsch a brief opportunity for a guillotine choke, but Okami persevered. The round finished with Okami in full-mount and Boetsch with a bloody nose.
Things swiftly changed in the third round, however, as Boetsch landed a headkick that sent Okami backpedaling. Boetsch continued coming forward and threw punches in bunches, landing several uppercuts. Okami eventually fell to the ground and Boetsch finished him there.
The finish came at :54 of the third round.
“I knew nothing less than a knockout or finish would win that fight for me,” Boetsch said following the win. “He was beating me up for two rounds, but my heart was in it. I knew I could take him out.”
With the win, Boetsch improves to 15-4 and is undefeated since dropping down to the middleweight division from light heavyweight. Okami loses his second in a row, dropping his record to 26-7.
Clarion Wrestler Edgar Defends UFC Lightweight Title Saturday Night
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From www.sherdog.com:
Over the last two years, Frankie Edgar has logged nearly 19 rounds in four fights against two opponents.
In 2010, Edgar dueled twice with B.J. Penn, capturing the lightweight title from “The Prodigy” in their first meeting at UFC 112 and leaving no doubt about who was the better fighter by beating him again four months later. Meanwhile, 2011 was devoted entirely to Gray Maynard, who had handed “The Answer” the only loss of his professional career at UFC Fight Night 13 three years earlier. A split draw between the two men on New Year’s Day offered little satisfaction for anyone, so a rematch was quickly made. Injuries pushed the fight from May to October’s UFC 136, where Edgar stopped“The Bully” late in the fourth round to retain a title that many thought he would never attain in the first place.
Without those fights, the Toms River, N.J., native would not have achieved the lofty position he is in now: top lightweight in the world and ranked fourth on Sherdog.com’s pound-for-pound list. Still, the champion is ready for a fresh start, which he will get when he defends his title against Ben Henderson in the UFC 144 main event on Saturday at the Saitama Super Arena in Saitama, Japan.
“It’s definitely refreshing to train for someone new,” Edgar said during a pre-fight conference call. “Especially with
the injury I had [last year], I had to think about Gray for quite some time. It was nice to get ready for someone else.
“It’s like a fresh easel to paint on,” he added. “It’s also definitely a concern because you’ve never faced them
before, so you don’t know what he’s gonna bring to the table.”
Read the entire article here: http://www.sherdog.com/news/articles/Blank-Canvas-40439
Over the last two years, Frankie Edgar has logged nearly 19 rounds in four fights against two opponents.
In 2010, Edgar dueled twice with B.J. Penn, capturing the lightweight title from “The Prodigy” in their first meeting at UFC 112 and leaving no doubt about who was the better fighter by beating him again four months later. Meanwhile, 2011 was devoted entirely to Gray Maynard, who had handed “The Answer” the only loss of his professional career at UFC Fight Night 13 three years earlier. A split draw between the two men on New Year’s Day offered little satisfaction for anyone, so a rematch was quickly made. Injuries pushed the fight from May to October’s UFC 136, where Edgar stopped“The Bully” late in the fourth round to retain a title that many thought he would never attain in the first place.
Without those fights, the Toms River, N.J., native would not have achieved the lofty position he is in now: top lightweight in the world and ranked fourth on Sherdog.com’s pound-for-pound list. Still, the champion is ready for a fresh start, which he will get when he defends his title against Ben Henderson in the UFC 144 main event on Saturday at the Saitama Super Arena in Saitama, Japan.
“It’s definitely refreshing to train for someone new,” Edgar said during a pre-fight conference call. “Especially with
the injury I had [last year], I had to think about Gray for quite some time. It was nice to get ready for someone else.
“It’s like a fresh easel to paint on,” he added. “It’s also definitely a concern because you’ve never faced them
before, so you don’t know what he’s gonna bring to the table.”
Read the entire article here: http://www.sherdog.com/news/articles/Blank-Canvas-40439
Tim Boetsch: Strength Will Be a Factor Against Yushin Okami
From www.sherdog.com: Tim Boetsch didn’t hesitate to accept the UFC’s offer to match him against Yushin Okami at UFC 144.
After accepting, though, Boetsch started to realize the magnitude of the challenge: He has to travel across the planet to Japan to fight the No. 3-ranked middleweight in the world on his own turf.
“I made the decision fairly quickly, and then I started to think about it,” Boetsch told the Sherdog Radio Network’s “Savage Dog Show.” “I was like, ‘This is kind of stacked against me here.’ But at the end of the day, I was like,‘You know what? You don’t get an opportunity like this every day.’Actually it’s a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. I was very happy to take the fight. It’s a great matchup for me.”
Boetsch is 2-0 in the UFC since dropping to 185 pounds. One benefit of the move is the strength advantage he enjoys against other middleweights, but he doesn’t expect to have quite the same edge against Okami.
Read the entire article, including an audio interview here: http://www.sherdog.com/news/news/Tim-Boetsch-Strength-Will-Be-a-Factor-Against-Yushin-Okami-40433
After accepting, though, Boetsch started to realize the magnitude of the challenge: He has to travel across the planet to Japan to fight the No. 3-ranked middleweight in the world on his own turf.
“I made the decision fairly quickly, and then I started to think about it,” Boetsch told the Sherdog Radio Network’s “Savage Dog Show.” “I was like, ‘This is kind of stacked against me here.’ But at the end of the day, I was like,‘You know what? You don’t get an opportunity like this every day.’Actually it’s a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. I was very happy to take the fight. It’s a great matchup for me.”
Boetsch is 2-0 in the UFC since dropping to 185 pounds. One benefit of the move is the strength advantage he enjoys against other middleweights, but he doesn’t expect to have quite the same edge against Okami.
Read the entire article, including an audio interview here: http://www.sherdog.com/news/news/Tim-Boetsch-Strength-Will-Be-a-Factor-Against-Yushin-Okami-40433
Quick Results - American Mixed Martial Arts Fight League: Fight Night IV
Following are Quick Results from American Mixed Martial Arts Fight League: Fight Night IV held February 17 in Newtown.
Jamie Driver over Kasey Mathews via Decision after Round 3
Michael Brenkert over Ryan Risoldi via Submission at 1:39 of Round 1
Patrick Elgert over Chris Landry via Decision after Round 3
Chris Dempsey over Eddie Hardison via Submission at 2:57 of Round 2
Tom Plotts over Jonathan Ramirez via Decision after Round 3
Phillip Doig over William Miller via Submission at 2:21 of Round 1
Desmond Green over Sharif Jones via Decision after Round 3
Ricky Rainey over Elder Ramos via TKO/RSC at 3:52 of Rund 1
Jamie Driver over Kasey Mathews via Decision after Round 3
Michael Brenkert over Ryan Risoldi via Submission at 1:39 of Round 1
Patrick Elgert over Chris Landry via Decision after Round 3
Chris Dempsey over Eddie Hardison via Submission at 2:57 of Round 2
Tom Plotts over Jonathan Ramirez via Decision after Round 3
Phillip Doig over William Miller via Submission at 2:21 of Round 1
Desmond Green over Sharif Jones via Decision after Round 3
Ricky Rainey over Elder Ramos via TKO/RSC at 3:52 of Rund 1
Josh Koscheck Added to UFC on Fox 3 May 5
From www.sherdog.com: Welterweight wrestlers Josh Koscheck and Johny Hendricks will look to boost their statuses in the UFC’s turbulent 170-pound division come May when they square off on Fox.
UFC President Dana White announced the matchup via Twitter on Sunday.
Koscheck and Hendricks are expected to meet on the main card ofUFC on Fox 3, which takes place May 5 at the Izod
Center in East Rutherford, N.J. The show’s headliner will see lightweight contenders Nate Diaz andJim Miller clash in a scheduled five-round affair.
A onetime title challenger, 34-year-old Koscheck has recorded back-to-back wins since recuperating from a broken orbital bone suffered in his December 2010 loss to Georges St. Pierre. Despite plans to move to middleweight upon his return, “Kos” has hung around at 170, drubbing ex-champ Matt Hughes in September before edging Mike Piercein a Feb. 4 split decision at UFC 143.
Hendricks, 28, got the biggest win of his career and punched his way up the rankings on Dec. 30 by mauling
perennial No. 2 welterweight Jon Fitch in just 12 seconds. The former Oklahoma State Cowboy holds a 9-1 record under Zuffa employ and enters his matchup with Koscheck on a three-fight winning streak, with victories over Fitch, Pierce and T.J. Waldburger.
UFC President Dana White announced the matchup via Twitter on Sunday.
Koscheck and Hendricks are expected to meet on the main card ofUFC on Fox 3, which takes place May 5 at the Izod
Center in East Rutherford, N.J. The show’s headliner will see lightweight contenders Nate Diaz andJim Miller clash in a scheduled five-round affair.
A onetime title challenger, 34-year-old Koscheck has recorded back-to-back wins since recuperating from a broken orbital bone suffered in his December 2010 loss to Georges St. Pierre. Despite plans to move to middleweight upon his return, “Kos” has hung around at 170, drubbing ex-champ Matt Hughes in September before edging Mike Piercein a Feb. 4 split decision at UFC 143.
Hendricks, 28, got the biggest win of his career and punched his way up the rankings on Dec. 30 by mauling
perennial No. 2 welterweight Jon Fitch in just 12 seconds. The former Oklahoma State Cowboy holds a 9-1 record under Zuffa employ and enters his matchup with Koscheck on a three-fight winning streak, with victories over Fitch, Pierce and T.J. Waldburger.
Quick Results - PA Cage Fight 10
Following are Quick Results from PA Cage Fight 10 held February 10 in Wilkes-Barre.
Mike Bannon over Noe Quintanilla via Submission at 1:55 of Round 1
Martin Wojnarowski over Eric Roncoroni via Decision after Round 3
Anthony McGlynn over Sean Haines via KO at 0:11 of Round 2
Kristopher Gratalo over Sean Olivieri via Decision after Round 3
Ciovel Cuevas over Joseph Rivas via Submission at 1:20 of Round 1
Sean Kelly over Sean Gmitter via Decision after Round 3
Christopher Stokstad over Dan Della Vecchia via Decision after Round 3
Justin Hickey over Jason McLean via Decision after Round 3
Darren Mima over Jordan Morales via Decision after Round 3
Jason Colarusso over Terence McDonald via Decision after Round 3
Mike Bannon over Noe Quintanilla via Submission at 1:55 of Round 1
Martin Wojnarowski over Eric Roncoroni via Decision after Round 3
Anthony McGlynn over Sean Haines via KO at 0:11 of Round 2
Kristopher Gratalo over Sean Olivieri via Decision after Round 3
Ciovel Cuevas over Joseph Rivas via Submission at 1:20 of Round 1
Sean Kelly over Sean Gmitter via Decision after Round 3
Christopher Stokstad over Dan Della Vecchia via Decision after Round 3
Justin Hickey over Jason McLean via Decision after Round 3
Darren Mima over Jordan Morales via Decision after Round 3
Jason Colarusso over Terence McDonald via Decision after Round 3
Quick Results - Xtreme Caged Combat: Wreckage
Following are Quick Results from Xtreme Caged Combat: Wreckage held February 11 in Philadelphia.
Michael Hess over Alex Davydov via Submission at 3:42 of Round 1
Eric Albright over Albert Alvarez via Decision after Round 3
Robert Reichanek over Anthony Wilson via Decision after Round 3
Justin Haskell over Bruce Fenimore via Submission at 1:45 of Round 2
Joe Cherney over George Mateo via Submission at 0:56 of Round 1
Aaron Nobles over Ismael Ruiz via Decision after Round 3
Francis Kubach over Ronald Fenimore via Submission at 0:29 of Round 1
Charles Finnegan over Anthony Valentino via TKO/RSC at 1:04 of Round 2
Matt Chrzanowski over Ronald Chester via KO at 0:17 of Round 2
Dave Schofield over Victor Oquendo via TKO/RSC at 0:31 of Round 1
Garrett Simpson over Jose Gonzalez via Submission at 1:33 of Round 2
Michael Diplacido over Ryan McAdams via TKO/RSC at 0:49 of Round 2
Michael Hess over Alex Davydov via Submission at 3:42 of Round 1
Eric Albright over Albert Alvarez via Decision after Round 3
Robert Reichanek over Anthony Wilson via Decision after Round 3
Justin Haskell over Bruce Fenimore via Submission at 1:45 of Round 2
Joe Cherney over George Mateo via Submission at 0:56 of Round 1
Aaron Nobles over Ismael Ruiz via Decision after Round 3
Francis Kubach over Ronald Fenimore via Submission at 0:29 of Round 1
Charles Finnegan over Anthony Valentino via TKO/RSC at 1:04 of Round 2
Matt Chrzanowski over Ronald Chester via KO at 0:17 of Round 2
Dave Schofield over Victor Oquendo via TKO/RSC at 0:31 of Round 1
Garrett Simpson over Jose Gonzalez via Submission at 1:33 of Round 2
Michael Diplacido over Ryan McAdams via TKO/RSC at 0:49 of Round 2
Junior Jiu-Jitsu At Philadelphia Fight Factory
It's almost time for Junior Jiu-Jitsu classes at PFF Martial Arts Academy in Philadelphia. A fun, structured class for ages 5-10 focusing on discipline, self-defense and feeling great. This is a great way to introduce your children to martial arts. Take advantage of early enrollment starting February 13 by stopping by the academy during regular classs hours. Junior Jiu-Jitsu classes begin March 5. PFF Martial Arts Academy is located at 2220 East Susquehanna in Philadelphia. Check out www.PhilaFightFactory.com for more information.
Focus On Core Strength And Endurance Training With Spaniard Fit
Spaniard Fit is here!
A fitness DVD designed for all levels, this is the same type of training done by Charlie "The Spaniard" Brenneman to get him ready for a fight.
Focused on core strength and endurance training, Spaniard Fit will get you in shape.
Visit www.SpaniardFit.com to find out more!
A fitness DVD designed for all levels, this is the same type of training done by Charlie "The Spaniard" Brenneman to get him ready for a fight.
Focused on core strength and endurance training, Spaniard Fit will get you in shape.
Visit www.SpaniardFit.com to find out more!
World Champion Rafael Lovato Jr Coming to BJJ United
BJJ United will host a two-hour seminar with Rafael Lovato Jr on Saturday February 18 from 11:30AM to 1:30PM at their Jenkintown academy. The cost is just $50 per person. Rafael is one of the most accomplished American Blackbelts in the sport today with much of his success thanks to his strict adherence to simple effect technique, which he'll be sharing. Visit www.lovatojr.com for more information multiple-time Abu Dhabi and World campion. BJJ United is located at 428 Old York Road. For more information, visit www.BJJUnited.com.
Women's Total Fight Fitness Bootcamp
Ladies, are you ready to see real results from a Fitness Program that’s focused on YOUR Actual Progress? Getting bored with the old “hamster wheel” workout?… i hear they call those things treadmill’s or elliptical’s. Are you looking for a fun, positive environment where the Instructors combine Intensity, Variety, and A...ccountability into a REAL FORMULA for REAL SUCCESS.
The Women’s Total Fight Fitness Boot Camp is the Ultimate Training Program for those interested in Experiencing a Transformation in both Mind & Body! This Exclusive Program is hosted at Pennsylvania Combat Sports in the heart of Greensburg. Looking Better, Feeling Better & Thinking Better…that sounds like something we all could use more of,
right?
No matter what your current level of fitness or activity may be, the
sessions you will attend at the Women’s Total Fight Fitness Boot Camp are designed to challenge but not overwhelm new members. This gradual approach will bring you closer to your personal goals in LESS TIME than other methods, as you will be less likely to miss training from being “way too sore”.
As you progress and your body adapts, your Instructors will most definitely challenge you in the TFFBC Sessions by turning the “training volume” up!…its at this point that you will start to see some pretty amazing results both inside and out.
We’re very excited to be bringing this dynamic training approach into Greensburg and the surrounding communities of Westmoreland County!
These focused, goal-oriented training sessions, also reward you through the TFFBC “Ranking System” in which member strive to receive promotions in our Boot Camp Army. Having these defined goals and encouragement on a consistent basis is what allows our program to be so successful!
Sometimes the hardest part of any journey is that initial first step…the path to your personal fitness goals starts with contacting us today. You can use the contact box located on the right of the screen or simply call (lines are open 24 hours a day / 7 days a week) to set-up your goal oriented training consultation.
Call Pennsylvania Combat Sports today at (724) 420-5199 to start your transformation! Pennsylvania Combat Sports is located at 114 E. Otterman St. in Greensburg, PA.
The Women’s Total Fight Fitness Boot Camp is the Ultimate Training Program for those interested in Experiencing a Transformation in both Mind & Body! This Exclusive Program is hosted at Pennsylvania Combat Sports in the heart of Greensburg. Looking Better, Feeling Better & Thinking Better…that sounds like something we all could use more of,
right?
No matter what your current level of fitness or activity may be, the
sessions you will attend at the Women’s Total Fight Fitness Boot Camp are designed to challenge but not overwhelm new members. This gradual approach will bring you closer to your personal goals in LESS TIME than other methods, as you will be less likely to miss training from being “way too sore”.
As you progress and your body adapts, your Instructors will most definitely challenge you in the TFFBC Sessions by turning the “training volume” up!…its at this point that you will start to see some pretty amazing results both inside and out.
We’re very excited to be bringing this dynamic training approach into Greensburg and the surrounding communities of Westmoreland County!
These focused, goal-oriented training sessions, also reward you through the TFFBC “Ranking System” in which member strive to receive promotions in our Boot Camp Army. Having these defined goals and encouragement on a consistent basis is what allows our program to be so successful!
Sometimes the hardest part of any journey is that initial first step…the path to your personal fitness goals starts with contacting us today. You can use the contact box located on the right of the screen or simply call (lines are open 24 hours a day / 7 days a week) to set-up your goal oriented training consultation.
Call Pennsylvania Combat Sports today at (724) 420-5199 to start your transformation! Pennsylvania Combat Sports is located at 114 E. Otterman St. in Greensburg, PA.
Tim Boetsch: Yushin Okami Won't Like "Being in the Cage With" Me
By Kelsey Mowatt at www.fcfighter.com:
While often a fighter’s decision to change weight divisions is accompanied by expectations of success, the challenges that come with cutting the necessary weight or adjusting to a new class of opponents have been well documented. So far, however, Tim “The Barbarian” Boetsch’s decision to drop from light-heavyweight to middleweight has gone according to plan. So much so, that after scoring back-to-back wins over Kendall Grove and most recently Nick Ring, the powerful 30 year-old vet has worked his way into a bout with the former number one contender, Yushin Okami.
“I certainly didn’t think so,” said Boetsch (14-4), when asked if he expected a bout with a top ranked competitor like Okami, less than one year after his first middleweight bout against Grove. “I thought I would move up the ladder a little bit but I didn’t realize that I would be this close to the top so quickly. It was a big surprise but I’m up for the challenge.”
“I think it’s going to be a good test,” Boetsch added about the UFC 144 bout, which will take place February 26th, in Saitama, Japan. “I think it’s going to be a great fight and I think I match up really well against Yushin. I’m not the kind of person he’s going to like being in the cage with.”
Read the entire article here: http://fcfighter.com/post/tim-boetsch-%e2%80%9ci%e2%80%99m-not-the-kind-of-person%e2%80%9d-yushin-okami-will-%e2%80%9clike-being-in-the-cage-with%e2%80%9d
While often a fighter’s decision to change weight divisions is accompanied by expectations of success, the challenges that come with cutting the necessary weight or adjusting to a new class of opponents have been well documented. So far, however, Tim “The Barbarian” Boetsch’s decision to drop from light-heavyweight to middleweight has gone according to plan. So much so, that after scoring back-to-back wins over Kendall Grove and most recently Nick Ring, the powerful 30 year-old vet has worked his way into a bout with the former number one contender, Yushin Okami.
“I certainly didn’t think so,” said Boetsch (14-4), when asked if he expected a bout with a top ranked competitor like Okami, less than one year after his first middleweight bout against Grove. “I thought I would move up the ladder a little bit but I didn’t realize that I would be this close to the top so quickly. It was a big surprise but I’m up for the challenge.”
“I think it’s going to be a good test,” Boetsch added about the UFC 144 bout, which will take place February 26th, in Saitama, Japan. “I think it’s going to be a great fight and I think I match up really well against Yushin. I’m not the kind of person he’s going to like being in the cage with.”
Read the entire article here: http://fcfighter.com/post/tim-boetsch-%e2%80%9ci%e2%80%99m-not-the-kind-of-person%e2%80%9d-yushin-okami-will-%e2%80%9clike-being-in-the-cage-with%e2%80%9d
Kumite Classic To Host Royce Gracie Seminar
Kumite Classic is proud to announce an exclusive three-hour Royce Gracie
seminar on Friday May 25 from 6:00PM to 9:00PM at the Monroeville Convention
Center.
This is a pre-registration only seminar and is limited to a first come first serve basis.
Take advantage of this rare opportunity to train with a true mixed martial arts legend and Brazilian Jiu Jitsu icon.
The seminar is open to all schools, styles and organizations.
Registration is just $90.00 per person. Download the registration form here:
http://kumiteclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/royce.pdf
This is a pre-registration only seminar and is limited to a first come first serve basis.
Take advantage of this rare opportunity to train with a true mixed martial arts legend and Brazilian Jiu Jitsu icon.
The seminar is open to all schools, styles and organizations.
Registration is just $90.00 per person. Download the registration form here:
http://kumiteclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/royce.pdf
Quick Results - VFL 35: Broad Avenue Brawlers
Following are Quick Results from VFL 35: Broad Avenue Brawlers held February 4 in Altoona.
Elijah Garshnick over Joey Kirwan via Submission at 0:55 of Round 3
Jeremy Carper over Binky Jones via KO at 1:03 of Round 2
Josh Baker over Brett Shoenfelt via Decision after Round 3
Curtis Link over Sean Diehl via Submission at 1:55 of Round 2
Zack Byrd over Kevin Ranski via Submission at 1:31 of Round 3
Trey Rogers over Lasalle Belin via Decision after Round 3
PJ Palmer over Nathan Fowler via TKO/RSC at 0:33 of Round 1
Chaz Holloway over Joel Bailey via Submission at 1:55 of Round 2
Elijah Garshnick over Joey Kirwan via Submission at 0:55 of Round 3
Jeremy Carper over Binky Jones via KO at 1:03 of Round 2
Josh Baker over Brett Shoenfelt via Decision after Round 3
Curtis Link over Sean Diehl via Submission at 1:55 of Round 2
Zack Byrd over Kevin Ranski via Submission at 1:31 of Round 3
Trey Rogers over Lasalle Belin via Decision after Round 3
PJ Palmer over Nathan Fowler via TKO/RSC at 0:33 of Round 1
Chaz Holloway over Joel Bailey via Submission at 1:55 of Round 2
Alvarez Sporting Gi In Preparation for Aoki Rematch
Former Bellator Fighting Championship Lightweight Champion Eddie Alvarez sporting a Gi at Ricardo Almeida BJJ as he prepares for a rematch with Japanese grappling sensation Shinya Aoki in April.
The two originally met at Dynamite!! Power of Courage on December 31 2008. The 1:32 fight was the first loss at lightweight for the Philadelphia-native and only his second career loss since 2003.
Watch the first fight here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Awh8P4HW3Kk
The two originally met at Dynamite!! Power of Courage on December 31 2008. The 1:32 fight was the first loss at lightweight for the Philadelphia-native and only his second career loss since 2003.
Watch the first fight here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Awh8P4HW3Kk
Pennsylvania Fighters Go 1-1 at CFFC 13
From www.sherdog.com: Two quick fight results from CFFC 13 held Saturday February 4 in New Jersey. Anthony “Cheesesteak” Morrison submitted Harrisburg-based Blackman MMA featherweight Jay Haas via guillotine choke at 3:37 of the first round and Philadelphia-based Daddis Fight Camps featherweight Jackson Galka submitted Terrell Hobbs with a guillotine choke at 3:54 of the second period.
Pennsylvania Natives Riddle, Koscheck Earn Wins At UFC 143
Matthew Riddle and Josh Koscheck each earned Split Decision wins tonight in their respective welterweight fights at UFC 143: Diaz vs. Condit in Las Vegas. The 26-year-old Riddle defeated Henry Martinez out of New Mexico in the opening fight of the preliminary card on FX, while the 34-year-old Koscheck defeated Mike Pierce out of Oregon live on PPV.
Edinboro Wrestler Koscheck To Face Pierce
Waynesburg-native Josh Koscheck will face Mike Pierce for at UFC 143: Diaz vs. Condit live on PPV from the Mandalay Bay Events Center in Las Vegas NV on February 4. The Edinboro University wrestler is coming off a KO/TKO win over former UFC welterweight champion Matt Hughes at UFC 135 in September 2011.
http://www.ufc.com/fighter/Josh-Koscheck
http://www.ufc.com/fighter/Josh-Koscheck
Allentown-Native Riddle To Face Martinez On FX
Allentown-native Matthew Riddle is scheduled to open the UFC 143: Diaz vs. Condit preliminary fight card on FX in a welterweight fight against Henry Martinez live from the Mandalay Bay Events Center in Las Vegas NV on February 4. Martinez, normally a lightweight, is making his UFC debut on short notice against TUF Season 7 cast member.
http://www.ufc.com/fighter/Matthew-Riddle
http://www.ufc.com/fighter/Matthew-Riddle
Fighters Flock To Philly For Bellator Try Out
The scene inside Daddis Fight Camp in Philadelphia on Saturday January 28 was something straight out of a movie. About 60 fighters descended on the gym with training partners, significant others and various entourage members in tow for Bellator Fighting Championships’ latest open tryout. The goal for every fighter: Impress the Chicago-based promotion’s brass enough to earn a contract and catapult their career. The fighters’ stories ran the gamut, men and women with varying levels of experience faced with different situations. Then there was Daddis Fight Camp featherweight Jackson Galka, who referred to his participation in the tryout as being
“on a lark.” Less than a week out from a bout with New Jersey’s Cage Fury Fighting Championships, Galka took the opportunity without really thinking twice. Read the entire article on sherdog.com at http://www.sherdog.com/news/news/Fighters-Flock-to-Philly-for-Bellators-Latest-Open-Tryout-39675.
“on a lark.” Less than a week out from a bout with New Jersey’s Cage Fury Fighting Championships, Galka took the opportunity without really thinking twice. Read the entire article on sherdog.com at http://www.sherdog.com/news/news/Fighters-Flock-to-Philly-for-Bellators-Latest-Open-Tryout-39675.
PSU Alum Davis Has First Loss In Octagon
Phil Davis suffered his first defeat in the Octagon at "UFC on Fox 2" against veteran Rashad Evans on January 28. All three judges scored the fight 50-45. The Harrisburg-native received a 45 day suspension with no contact for 30 days post fight.
http://www.ufc.com/fighter/Phil-Davis
http://www.ufc.com/fighter/Phil-Davis
2012 NAGA Philadelphia Grappling Championship
The North American Grappling Association (NAGA) is the world’s largest mixed grappling tournament circuit with over 150,000 competitors worldwide.
On Saturday, February 4, NAGA makes its debut in Pennsylvania for its 1st annual NAGA Philadelphia
Grappling Championship No-Gi & Gi tournament. The tournament will be held at Girard College right in Philadelphia. Come as an individual or as a team to
compete. You do not have to live in Philadelphia or be on a team to participate in this event. This will be a one day event.
Pre-registration is now closed. You can still register on Friday night from 6:00PM to 8:00PM or Saturday beginning
at 8:00AM.
DOWNLOAD EVENT FLYER/REGISTRATION FORM
On Saturday, February 4, NAGA makes its debut in Pennsylvania for its 1st annual NAGA Philadelphia
Grappling Championship No-Gi & Gi tournament. The tournament will be held at Girard College right in Philadelphia. Come as an individual or as a team to
compete. You do not have to live in Philadelphia or be on a team to participate in this event. This will be a one day event.
Pre-registration is now closed. You can still register on Friday night from 6:00PM to 8:00PM or Saturday beginning
at 8:00AM.
DOWNLOAD EVENT FLYER/REGISTRATION FORM
Quick Results - Pure MMA LLC: The Beginning
Following are Quick Results from Pure MMA LLC: The Beginning held January 22 in Plains.
Chris Davis over Johnny Rees via Submission at 3:02 of Round 2
Dave Branch over Dominique Steele via Decision after Round 3
Patrick Whittington over Brandon Williams via Decision after Round 3
Jason Gladey over Robbie Sandoval via Submission at 2:53 of Round 1
Abdallah Hamdan over Josh Lanier via Submission at 0:29 of Round 1
Tito Jones over Giovanni Moljo via Decision after Round 3
Mike Santiago over Andrew Osborne via TKO/RSC at 3:38 of Round 1
Chris Davis over Johnny Rees via Submission at 3:02 of Round 2
Dave Branch over Dominique Steele via Decision after Round 3
Patrick Whittington over Brandon Williams via Decision after Round 3
Jason Gladey over Robbie Sandoval via Submission at 2:53 of Round 1
Abdallah Hamdan over Josh Lanier via Submission at 0:29 of Round 1
Tito Jones over Giovanni Moljo via Decision after Round 3
Mike Santiago over Andrew Osborne via TKO/RSC at 3:38 of Round 1
Hollidaysburg-Native Brenneman Receives Unanimous Decision
Charlie Brenneman gets back on track, grinding out a decision win over Daniel Roberts at UFC on FX at Bridgestone Arena in Nashville TN on January 20.
http://www.ufc.com/fighter/Charlie-Brenneman
http://www.ufc.com/fighter/Charlie-Brenneman
Thai Boxing “Tricks Of The Trade” Workshop At Balance Studios
Master Instructor Kevin Seaman will share his experience of nearly 40 years of study in various martial arts systems and 25 yrs. in Muay Thai in this highly informative seminar. Sifu Kevin is currently one of a select few, having
achieved the rank of “Kun Kru Full Instructor” directly under Ajarn Surachai Sirisute, president of the Thai boxing Association USA.
This seminar will focus on the uniquely effective strategies and tricks found only in Muay Thai, designed to baffle your opponent, destroy his offense and crush his defense. Thai Boxing is one of the most effective and comprehensive
martial art systems available today, featured by top fighters in the UFC, this highly efficient, combat proven art has the most dangerous kicking style in the WORLD.
There will also be a special section on Sifu’s “Winning Mind Set” performance system. Sifu has coached and influenced some of the top achievers in their sport. Learn some of the most effective, yet simple things that you can do to immediately improve your success in your sport and your life.
Sifu Kevin currently trains hundreds of students, members of various law enforcement agencies and dozens of fighters including Tamdan “The Barn Cat” McCrory 12-3, who made his UFC debut on June 12, 2007 and APO Champion Randy “The Wolf” Smith.
Check out http://balancestudios.net/2012/01/19/thai-boxing-tricks-trade-workshop-february-4-2012/ for more information.
achieved the rank of “Kun Kru Full Instructor” directly under Ajarn Surachai Sirisute, president of the Thai boxing Association USA.
This seminar will focus on the uniquely effective strategies and tricks found only in Muay Thai, designed to baffle your opponent, destroy his offense and crush his defense. Thai Boxing is one of the most effective and comprehensive
martial art systems available today, featured by top fighters in the UFC, this highly efficient, combat proven art has the most dangerous kicking style in the WORLD.
There will also be a special section on Sifu’s “Winning Mind Set” performance system. Sifu has coached and influenced some of the top achievers in their sport. Learn some of the most effective, yet simple things that you can do to immediately improve your success in your sport and your life.
Sifu Kevin currently trains hundreds of students, members of various law enforcement agencies and dozens of fighters including Tamdan “The Barn Cat” McCrory 12-3, who made his UFC debut on June 12, 2007 and APO Champion Randy “The Wolf” Smith.
Check out http://balancestudios.net/2012/01/19/thai-boxing-tricks-trade-workshop-february-4-2012/ for more information.
10th Anniversary BJJ United Deal of a Lifetime
In the spirit of this week's 10th Anniversary Celebration, Master Jared Weiner of BJJ United in Philadelphia s offering an incredible deal to all current and prospective students, to train for life. That's right, through Saturday January 24 you can take advantage of this one-time deal. Visit www.BJJUnited.com for more information.
Matrix Fights V In Philadelphia
Matrix Fights officially announced it will be returning for its fifth-ever event, Matrix Fights V, on Friday, March 16. The event will emanate from South Philadelphia at the Sheet Metal Worker’s Union Hall and will be headlined by Strikeforce and Bellator Fighting Championships veteran Sam Oropeza, 5-2 vs. “The Burmese Python” Aung La NSang, 8-6, in welterweight action. Oropeza, a native of Philadelphia’s suburban region, will be fighting in his hometown for the first-time ever. Meanwhile, NSang, a King of the Cage veteran and resident of Elkridge, MD will be looking to add to his collection of five submissions.
“Sam is one of the most exciting fighters around and I am excited that he’s getting to fight in his hometown for the first time,” said Matrix Fights promoter Jimmy Binns Jr. “However, he’s not getting an easy fight as Aung comes from a strong camp at Crazy 88 Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, one of Lloyd Irvin’s top affiliate schools.”
In addition to Oropeza vs. NSang, the co-main event of the evening will feature the return of middleweight Muay Thai specialist Aaron Meisner to active competition as he squares off with hard hitting Lewis Rumsey. Meisner, 6-3, is a Philadelphia native who is a veteran of M-1 and was also featured on the seventh season of the hit Spike TV reality show, The Ultimate Fighter. Rumsey, nicknamed “The Beast,” is 7-7 and a native of Williamsport, PA. He holds notable wins in his career over Chase Owens, John Doyle, Cornelius Murray, and William Bookwalter.
“Aaron and Lewis are both aggressive, in-your-face fighters who look to finish fights,” began Binns. “Aaron has only gone to a decision once in his career and all seven of Lewis’ wins have come via early finish. You can never say never in MMA but if the fight goes all 15 minutes then it will be 15 minutes of non-stop action.”
While several pro fights are still to be announced a bantamweight clash between Matt Freideborn and Doug Miller is also on tap. Freideborn is one of the top students at Daddis Fight Camps, one of the leading fight schools on the Eastern seaboard. No stranger to diehard Matrix Fights fans, Freideborn has made a name for himself on the show’s amateur undercards but will be fighting pro for the first time on March 16.
Information regarding tickets will be released soon at www.MatrixFights.com.
“Sam is one of the most exciting fighters around and I am excited that he’s getting to fight in his hometown for the first time,” said Matrix Fights promoter Jimmy Binns Jr. “However, he’s not getting an easy fight as Aung comes from a strong camp at Crazy 88 Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, one of Lloyd Irvin’s top affiliate schools.”
In addition to Oropeza vs. NSang, the co-main event of the evening will feature the return of middleweight Muay Thai specialist Aaron Meisner to active competition as he squares off with hard hitting Lewis Rumsey. Meisner, 6-3, is a Philadelphia native who is a veteran of M-1 and was also featured on the seventh season of the hit Spike TV reality show, The Ultimate Fighter. Rumsey, nicknamed “The Beast,” is 7-7 and a native of Williamsport, PA. He holds notable wins in his career over Chase Owens, John Doyle, Cornelius Murray, and William Bookwalter.
“Aaron and Lewis are both aggressive, in-your-face fighters who look to finish fights,” began Binns. “Aaron has only gone to a decision once in his career and all seven of Lewis’ wins have come via early finish. You can never say never in MMA but if the fight goes all 15 minutes then it will be 15 minutes of non-stop action.”
While several pro fights are still to be announced a bantamweight clash between Matt Freideborn and Doug Miller is also on tap. Freideborn is one of the top students at Daddis Fight Camps, one of the leading fight schools on the Eastern seaboard. No stranger to diehard Matrix Fights fans, Freideborn has made a name for himself on the show’s amateur undercards but will be fighting pro for the first time on March 16.
Information regarding tickets will be released soon at www.MatrixFights.com.
JT Torres Seminar In Holmes
.JT Torres of Team Lloyd Irvin will be at the Aaron Morris BJJ Academy in Holmes on Saturday, January 21 from 1:00PM to 3:00PM. Take this opportunity to train with this world champion for only $50.00. Space is tight, so please contact Aaron at www.wcma-usa.com fo reserve your spot soon.
Samuel Braga Seminar In Philadelphia
World Jiu-Jitsu champion Samuel Braga will be in Manayunk/Philadelphia on Sunday, January 8 for a seminar at 127BJJ. For more information, please visit www.127bjj.com.
Upcoming MMA Events According To Official Database
According to www.MMA.tv, the official database of the Pennsylvania State Athletic Commission, the following MMA events are scheduled for Pennsylvania in the upcoming months.
Sunday January 22 - Pure MMA LLC The Beginning in Plains
Saturday February 4 - VFL 35 'Broard Avenue Brawlers' in Altoona
Friday February 10 - 02/10 PA CAGE FIGHT 10 in Wilkes-Barre
Saturday February 11 - Xtreme Caged Combat: Wreckage in Philadelphia
Friday February 17 - American Mixed Martial Arts Fight League MMA FIGHT NIGHT IV in Newtown
Saturday February 25 - Complete Devastation 3 in Altoona
Saturday March 3 - XFE Presents Cage Wars 13 in Chester
Friday March 16 - MATRIX FIGHTS V in Philadelphia
Saturday March 17 - PA CAGE FIGHT 11 in Hazleton
Saturday March 31 - Complete Devastation 4 in Johnstown
Saturday April 14 - Gladiators of the Cage "The Road to Glory 2" in Kittanning
Saturday April 28 - Mayhem on the Mountain in Boarsburg
For more information on these events, please check out the Events page at www.MMA.tv.
Sunday January 22 - Pure MMA LLC The Beginning in Plains
Saturday February 4 - VFL 35 'Broard Avenue Brawlers' in Altoona
Friday February 10 - 02/10 PA CAGE FIGHT 10 in Wilkes-Barre
Saturday February 11 - Xtreme Caged Combat: Wreckage in Philadelphia
Friday February 17 - American Mixed Martial Arts Fight League MMA FIGHT NIGHT IV in Newtown
Saturday February 25 - Complete Devastation 3 in Altoona
Saturday March 3 - XFE Presents Cage Wars 13 in Chester
Friday March 16 - MATRIX FIGHTS V in Philadelphia
Saturday March 17 - PA CAGE FIGHT 11 in Hazleton
Saturday March 31 - Complete Devastation 4 in Johnstown
Saturday April 14 - Gladiators of the Cage "The Road to Glory 2" in Kittanning
Saturday April 28 - Mayhem on the Mountain in Boarsburg
For more information on these events, please check out the Events page at www.MMA.tv.
