MAUREEN SHEA TO BE FEATURED ON MTV’S “MADE”
Posted on | January 3, 2008 | No Comments
New York, NY, January 4, 2008-
Maureen Shea, undefeated top ranked professional boxer, recently teamed up with MTV as an amateur boxing coach on their Emmy Award winning show “MADE”. Back for their eight season, MTV’s MADE has scheduled their first new episode of the year for Monday January 7th at 10:00 PM (ET/PT).
The show chronicles the challenges and accomplishments that young people face as they attempt a life-changing transformation. This season’s premier episode, “Made:Boxer”, will feature Whitley, a ballet dancing girly girl who wants to stop relying on her friends for everything and get tough by being MADE into a hard hitting boxer.
Brought in as a celebrity coach is world class female professional boxer Maureen Shea, famous for helping Hilary Swank in her preparations for her role in Million Dollar Baby. Watch as Maureen Shea puts Whitley to the test both physically and emotionally for 6 weeks before getting in the ring to compete in a sanctioned amateur boxing bout.
BLACK SALT MARTIAL ARTS FILM SEEKS FIGHTERS
Posted on | January 3, 2008 | No Comments
Black Salt Martial Arts Film Franchise
Tag line: To stop a ruthless enemy, one man will face his forbidden past.
Official website: www.blacksaltfilm.com
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Myspace: www.myspace.com/blacksalt
Black Salt will be a PG-13 martial arts feature film franchise for worldwide distribution. It is an epic story about an ancient and powerful style of martial arts that has been practiced in the Shaolin Temple for thousands of years. Black Salt is a cross between Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon meets Blade, but much more. Ratti Entertainment, Inc. has been working on this innovative intellectual property for the past 5 years and is now in the last phase of development. The franchise includes, but will not be limited to, the following Black Salt collectible items: the Apparel line, Comic books, Trading cards, Toys, the Animated Series, Video Games and, of course, an exciting Film Trilogy.
Ratti Entertainment Inc. is introducing this exciting franchise with a grass roots promotional campaign and the launching of the Black Salt apparel line which consist of a baseball cap, beanie, logo t-shirt, character t-shirt and a under armor trainer. The key marketing strategy is to create a demand for the product before the film is made and get the consumer involved in the movie making process from the development phase.
Ratti Entertainment Inc. is looking for companies and individuals to become distributors or sponsors for the Black Salt Action Wear. We also have a fundraiser program to help raise money for schools and organizations while promoting the new up and coming martial arts feature film. For more info visit our website: www.blacksaltfilm.com . For serious inquires contact owen@blacksaltfilm.com or Aries Carmona: 818-984-7618
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SHANNON KNAPP PROMOTED TO IFL POSITION AS DIRECTOR, FIGHTER RELATIONS
Posted on | January 3, 2008 | No Comments
INTERNATIONAL FIGHT LEAGUE PROMOTES SHANNON KNAPP TO DIRECTOR, FIGHTER RELATIONS
NEW YORK, January 3, 2008 ? The International Fight League (OTC.BB: IFLI) today announced that Shannon Knapp has been promoted to the newly-created position of Director, Fighter Relations. Knapp, who has been with the IFL in various roles since its formation in 2005, will take a more expansive role in working with fighters, agents and business partners on growing the IFL brand in the mixed martial arts community and in local event markets. She will begin her expanded duties immediately.
“Shannon is a significant part of the IFL. There are few individuals who have the knowledge and fluency in MMA that she possesses,” IFL President and CEO Jay Larkin said. “She has accomplished a great deal for the sport, and we are elated to be able to give her this opportunity to expand her duties. She is a great role model for women in sports management.”
One of the most highly-connected individuals in MMA, Knapp has filled a myriad of roles during her career. A self-defense instructor herself, Knapp has worked with both Randy Couture and Bas Rutten on the business side, as well as being an accomplished broadcaster, producer and fighter liaison.
Knapp, considered by many to be the top female commentator in the sport, has handled play by play, color commentary and sideline and feature reporting for MMA events for outlets ranging from Comcast and Spike TV to Fox Sports Net, and was a part of the IFL broadcast team in 2006 before moving into a managerial position with athletes and coaches in 2007.
The Kansas City, Missouri, native began her broadcasting career when she beat out over 600 applicants to earn a broadcasting scholarship to Brown University in Providence, Rhode Island. She worked in various outlets on both the television and radio side throughout the East and Midwest before deciding to pursue her passion for mixed martial arts and combine that with her passion for broadcasting. She also added numerous managerial duties along the way, leading to today?s announcement.
About the IFL
International Fight League? (IFL) has its headquarters in New York and offices in Las Vegas. For more information about IFL, please see: www.ifl.tv.
VELASQUEZ TWINS READY TO MAKE BOXING WAVES
Posted on | January 3, 2008 | No Comments
Highly touted twin prospects Carlos Juan Velasquez and Juan Carlos Velasquez will make their Chicago debuts on January 25th at Cicero Stadium as Oscar De La Hoya?s Golden Boy Promotions and Dominic Pesoli?s 8 Count Productions present THE MONTH OF THE KINGS, an outstanding evening of world class professional boxing.
The 23 year old Puerto Rican brothers, handled by noted manager Shelly Finkel, will be featured in six round junior lightweight bouts. Carlos Juan, recently touted by Dan Rafael of ESPN.com on his 2008 year end list of prospects as a future star, has quickly run his record to 5-0 with five knockouts since turning professional in early 2007. Juan Carlos?s record also is 5-0 with three knockouts. More information on both of their bouts will be announced soon.
Said Dominic Pesoli, ?We?re thrilled to work with Golden Boy Promotions to bring these future stars in boxing to our fans. THE MONTH OF THE KINGS is an outstanding card and should surpass the high expectations our fans have for our events.?
Along with Chicago ?s 8 Count Productions and Oscar De La Hoya?s Golden Boy Promotions, THE MONTH OF THE KINGS is presented by TCF Bank, Tecate Beer and AeroMexico , Mexico ?s premier airline travel headquarters. The SOLO BOXEO TECATE broadcast will be viewed in 42 US markets and 70 foreign countries.
Tickets for THE MONTH OF THE KINGS are available in advance by calling the 8 Count Productions offices at 312-226-5800. Cicero Stadium is located at 1909 S. Laramie , just minutes from the Eisenhower and Stevenson Expressways. Doors for this event will open at 5:30pm with the first bell at 6:30pm.
Headlining THE MONTH OF THE KINGS is former junior flyweight world champion Hugo ?EL INCREDIBLE? Cazares of Los Mochis, Mexico. Cazares has moved up to flyweight for this scheduled twelve rounder, his first fight in Chicago
Cazares, 25-4-1 (19KO?s) is currently ranked # 2 in the world by Ring Magazine and ESPN.
In the co-main event, Chicago favorite Antonio Escalante, 16-2 (10KO?s) will return for his fourth area appearance in a ten round featherweight bout.
The undercard of THE MONTH OF THE KINGS features Chicago welterweight Ivan Popoca, junior welterweight newcomer Michael Faragon, along with fan favorite Barbaro Zepeda.
The Master of Ceremonies for THE MONTH OF THE KINGS will be Lupe Contreras, the internationally recognized voice of Latino boxing.
8 Count Productions was started by Dominic Pesoli in 1997 and has consistently presented the highest quality professional boxing events in Chicagoland. In 2003, Pesoli along with former featherweight contender Mike Garcia opened JABB Boxing Gym, a 6,000 square foot venue dedicated to the finest Chicagoland boxers of all talent levels.
To view the seating chart and poster for this event or for more information on 8 Count Productions and JABB Boxing Gym, please visit www.8countproductions.com and www.jabbboxinggym.com
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53RD ANNUAL TULSA NATIONALS
Posted on | January 2, 2008 | No Comments
Tulsa Nationals
It’s that time again…The 53rd Annual Tulsa Nationals. The oldest most prestigious granddaddy of them all. Expect 40 states and 2000 of the toughest wrestlers.
DON’T GET LEFT OUT! ENTRY DEADLINE IS JANUARY 5, 2008. NO LATE ENTRIES will be accepted.
Roller All Star Clinic 1:00 pm-3:00 pm on Thursday January 17, 2008 (just before elementary weigh in).
NEW THIS YEAR!
1. Weigh in for 15 and under is a day later than elementary, Friday January 18, 2008 from 12:00 pm ? 1:00 pm in Exhibit Hall C.
2. Something for every level wrestler? The Novice Nationals. See our website for Rules- held in Exhibit Hall C, same building as Tulsa Nationals but not in the arena. Hosted by Bixby Wrestling Club and Coweta Takedown Club ? Entry fee is $20. Same entry deadline as Tulsa Nationals – January 5, 2008.
The awards for both events are unparalleled in our sport. You must see to believe!
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Gold Medal Summer Camp Tour 2008
Ken Chertow Wrestling will be conducting training camps for all ages and skill levels in locations across the nation this summer. There are specifically designed camps for all ages and skill levels. Significant group and team discounts are available for early enrollment.
Our 2008 Summer Camp dates will be announced very soon and we want to be sure you stay updated on the camps coming to your area. Please reply to this email or call our office at 814-466-3466 with your postal mailing address and we will send you a copy of our 2008 Summer Camp brochure. You can also visit www.kenchertow.com for camp updates, training tip articles, and other useful information throughout the year.
TAKEDOWN WRESTLING RADIO KICKS OFF 2008 ON THE ROAD
Posted on | January 2, 2008 | No Comments
This week we take the mobile Brute Adidas Studios back on the road from room shows and competition at America’s Elite Collegiate Wrestling programs. Join us for the broadcasts in person if you can. A big thank you to Sean Borment and his staff at the Overtime School of Wrestling for sharing some time and a fascinating story. You can hear a replay of that show at Overtimewrestling.com. Lots of great guests. Also, to the 28,000 fans who joined us for the broadcast of the 45th Annual Midlands, all I can say is WOW! What a tournament. Congratulations to all who competed and to the University of Iowa who won. Nice job!
January 2008
01-03-08 Drexel University Room Show 1:30 PM Eastern
01-04-08 Rutgers University V Lock Haven V Wagner 6:00 PM Eastern
01-05-08 Princeton University- Room Show 10:00 AM Eastern
01-05-08 Princeton University V. Stanford and East Stroudsburg, 1:30 Eastern
01-06-08 Hofstra V Edinboro V Cent. Mich. 2:00 PM Eastern
01-07-08 Bucknell University Room Show 3:00 PM Eastern
01-08-08 Clarion University Room Show- 3:00 PM Eastern
01-09-08 Columbia University Room Show 3:00 PM Eastern
01-10-08 Maryland V. Naval Academy @ Annapolis 6:00 PM Eastern
01-12-08 NWCA’s National Duals from Cedar Falls, IA 9:00 AM CST
01-13-08 NWCA’s National Duals from Cedar Falls, IA 9:00 AM CST
01-19-08 OK. St. V. Missouri at Columbia 12:00 PM CST
01-25-08 ISU V. Oklahoma at Norman, OK 6:00 PM CST
01-27-08 Cornell U. V. Missouri at Columbia 12:00 PM CST
February 2008
02-09-08 Oregon State Team and Staff in Studio 9:05 AM CST
02-10-08 Oregon St. Vs. Missouri 12:00 PM CST
Check the broadcast times for each program. Our Guests will Include: Coaches, Wrestlers and other folks who’ll join us throughout each of these special days.
Takedownradio.com, Intermatwrestle.com, KXNO.com, Matchannel.com, Mat-magazine.com are our web partners. Wrestlers and MMA competitors join us each and every week. You should too! TDR is available LIVE, Archived and Pod Cast as well. Visit Takedownradio.com for more details. Thanks for listening!
Shaun George Wants Adrian Diaconu Showdown
Posted on | January 2, 2008 | No Comments
For Immediate Release
Light-Heavyweight contender Shaun George wants what every self-respecting pugilist craves: The most challenging assignments available. With Chad Dawson preoccupied with Glen Johnson, Adrian Diaconu has no engagements booked in the meantime. Shaun George says, “Why not give the people something to remember?”
George, 16-2-2 (7 KO), wants to fight Diaconu to show who the best young light-heavyweight fighter is. “He has nothing coming up, so let’s make it happen. He doesn’t dodge anyone and neither do I. I believe I am the best young light heavyweight and I want to show it to the world. I know I can beat him.”
The Brooklyn-native, who is promoted by Hall of Fame Promotions, is coming off of a dominant decision victory over late-replacement Thomas Reid. Reid stepped in when Eric Harding pulled out a week before the fight, disappointing the peaking George. “It was a fight that I didn’t want. It was a big letdown after Eric Harding pulled out, but I did what I had to do to get the job done.” George won every round, but was denied the opportunity to show the fans what he was really about.
Diaconu, an undefeated, fan-friendly banger from Canada, hasn’t made a big splash in America despite his number one ranking by the WBC. “Nobody knows who he is. Why sit around and wait to fight Chad Dawson? That could be in 2009. If you really believe you are the best, then you should test yourself.”
A Diaconu-George fight is the kind of style clash that would answer all of the questions of these two young warriors in a definitive manner. Shaun George wants to satisfy all of those inquiries. “Let’s fight, let’s make it happen. We’re both in the hurt business. This fight is made for TV. This style match up is beautiful for boxing.”
George believes that top ten-ranked fighters ducking dangerous challenges while waiting for title shots is ruining boxing. “(Undefeated contender) Chris Henry’s manager said, ‘We don’t want to fight anyone like Shaun, we want to take easy fights and wait for our title shot.’ That is the kind of mindset that deprives the fans of what makes boxing special. The best need to fight the best, end of story.”
SEPARATED AT BIRTH: STEVE-O AND FILHO
Posted on | January 1, 2008 | No Comments
Paulo Filho is a seasoned MMA veteran who is as technical as a fighter can be. Steve-o is a cult phenomenon borne from MTV’S Jackass series. Both men have a knack for being able to handle extreme pain.
The skin color contrast is obviously a giveaway that these guys aren’t really related, but they do bear a few similar features. If you have an idea for Separated at Birth, please send your two pictures to info@unlimitedfightnews.com
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