SUMMER KICKOFF EVENT HIGHIGHTS MCC 14: PRIDE OR FATE

Posted on | May 14, 2008 | No Comments

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

MIDWEST CAGE CHAMPIONSHIP SUMMER KICKOFF EVENT THROWS KNEES, ELBOWS, AND A BIRTHDAY
PARTY FOR THE US ARMY

Des Moines, IA- May 13, 2008- Fights, fanfare, and multiple promotions combine to create MCC 14: Pride or Fate, on Saturday, June 14 at the 95 KGGO/Buccaneers Arena. The ten bout professional mixed martial arts (MMA) event features many of the most exciting and popular fighters in the Midwest, including two championship bouts.

The evenings main event, a middleweight championship throw down, matches current MCC Champion Brian “Smoking” Green against undefeated Joe Vedepo. Green, the well known and respected crowd favorite, has vowed to end Vepedo’s eight fight winning streak, thus maintaining his rank as top man in MCC’s middleweight division. Conversely, Vepedo owns wins over considerable opponents including Jesse Lennox. Being a championship bout, it’s scheduled for five rounds, although odds makers predict a win prior to the bell ringing thrice.

Earlier that evening, MCC Champ Bobby Voelker will be clearly focused on retaining the welterweight belt he’s owned since capturing the title from Victor “Superman” Moreno. “I’m sending a message to Des Moines. This is my belt, it’s been my belt for a long time, and it’s not going anywhere soon” stated a confident Voelker. During MCC 14, Voelker faces number one contender Cole “The Apprentice” Jennet. Voelker suffered a recent loss to Jennet’s teammate and training partner as he competed throughout the Midwest. The rivalry carries to Jennet in a classic match-up of the veteran warrior (Voelker) vs. the young up and comer (Jennet). The observing fans will only fuel this fire.

Midwest Cage Championship, in cooperation with Polanti Watches, have created “The Heavy Hitter” Award for the fighter with the nights top individual fighting performance. One fighter will earn the new Heavy Hitter model created by Polanti, a hand made watch prized for its custom look, and aggressive feel. Polanti Watches gained fame within much of the entertainment community, and popularity has grown to include top MMA promotions and fighters. “This is a watch that truly celebrates the success, and vitality of the MMA lifestyle”, offered Polanti’s David Meltzer. Meltzer will travel to Des Moines from Polanti’s U.S. office in Los Angeles to present the award. Polanti owners include Jack Nicholson, Usher, Ashton Cutcher, Snoop Dog, and MCC Champion Chuck Grigsby.

Additional promotions extend to provide benefits and prizes for event attendees. Birthday cake will be served in celebration of the 233rd birthday of the US Army. Other sponsor promotions include Color Works, HD-Net, Mediacom, and Lluvia de Estrelles tequila.

Midwest Cage Championship 14 will be held on Saturday, June 14 at the 95KGGO/Bucs Arena located at 7201 Hickman Road, Urbandale, IA. Doors open at 6:30 PM. Fights start at 7:30 PM.

Tickets can be purchased at the Bucs Arena box office, by calling (515) 278-9757, and on-line at www.midwestcagechampionship.com

VIP tables are available by calling 515 229 8566

MCC 14 will be broadcast on Mediacom Connections Channel 22 post event.