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EUROPEAN BOXING NEWS
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Sauerland Event promote a small off TV show in Helle Mitte in Berlin as part of a local festival headlined by welter Frank Shabani and cruiser Enad Licina.
Italian heavy Paolo Vidoz have relinquished his position as co-challenger for the vacant EU title. Previously Michael Sprott did the same thing. The prospect of facing still tricky veteran Henry Akinwande for a relatively small compensation is apparently not very tempting.
Newly crown EU champ Eugen Sorin Tasanie is co-challenger along with Belgian Carmelo Ballone for the vacant EBU bantam title.
Int´l German welter ruler Jan Zaveck defends the title against Estonian Albert Starikov October 13 in Magdeburg on SES promotion headed by Robert Stieglitz and Ramona Kuehne.
Finn Amin Asikainen now have Italian Domenico Spada as co-challenger for the vacant EU middleweight. Spada fight Alpaslan Aguzum for the WBC Int´l October 19. Asikainen is also EBU # 1 challenger and could be moved into a mandatory spot should current official challenger Javier Castillejo beat Mariano Carrera November 13.
Dutch middle Raymond Joval have his first at home since 2003 when he face experienced Frenchman Alban Mothie October 8 in Amsterdam. Don Diego Poeder, knocked out last time out, will have another go and take on Ukrainian Yaroslav Zarovotny in a heavyweight fight.
Robert Osiobe could now be facing Rashid Ismaylov for the GBC featherweight title October 27 in Copenhagen. Hungarian Adrian Rajkai is looking to win the vacant GBC heavyweight bauble when he face one Richel Taval, who claims 16 profights in South Africa.
Irishman John Duddy will now be facing Uruguay´s Noe Tulio Gonzales Alcoba October 20 in Dublin- Alcoboa who went the distance with WBA titleholder Felix Sturm this past summer.
PFC 4 EVENT SHAPING UP TO BE A WILD AND CRAZY CARD
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Wildman vs. Crazyman?
LEMOORE, Ca. — Thomas Denny is known as the Wildman.
And the Hesperia brawler is dubbing his opponent for the Palace Fighting Championship’s “Project Complete”, the Crazyman.
“He’s Crazyman. Crazy like what Jesus would fight like if he was on meth,” Denny said of Ensenada, Mexico welterweight Olaf Alfonso (5-7) prior to their bout on Oct. 18 at the Tachi Palace Hotel and Casino in Lemoore.
“It’s great to be back in Lemoore. I am excited to show Lemoore a Wildman at a 110 percent instead of 73 percent,” said Denny, who fell to Boston’s Alex Karalexis (9-2) at World Extreme Cagefighting 23 in August.
Denny dropped a unanimous decision to Karalexis in his last appearance at the Palace. But he didn’t disappoint the Central Valley fans, giving a gallant effort in the fight and weighing in with just a sticker covering his genitals.
“I spoke with Olaf recently and everyone knows Olaf is a different type of cat. He has been training very hard for this fight with Denny. He knows what he’s up against and he is eager to prove to the mixed martial arts world that he is refocused and reenergized,” Tachi Palace Hotel and Casino Entertainment Director Christian Printup said. “I doubt he’ll surface and speak before the fight, but I will say this he’s going to show up, make weight and go to war.”
And Denny expects nothing less.
“I think that we match up well,” Denny said. “We are two guys who leave it all in the cage/ring. But I see the fight going with me smiling and him using smelling salts and asking what happened.”
Denny (22-5) has won his last two fights, both in King of the Cage bouts. Most recently he defeated Rancho Cucamonga’s John Cole (3-8) by rear-naked choke in Aug.
Denny has fought mainly for KOTC.
“My only predictions are not to leave your seat and go to the restroom,” Denny said.
The pair is scheduled to clash at a catch-weight of 165 pounds
“Don’t look for this to go to the ground,” Denny added. “This is going to be a stand up war.”
Alfonso has lost five straight fights and is eager to get back on track since signing with the PFC.
In June, Alfonso said, “I’ll fight anyone at any weight. I’ve been experimenting for the last five years and now that I’ve finished my research, people will see my new fighting style and it’s insane.
“It’s all been research. I’ve fought several different ways. I didn’t always condition my body properly on purpose. The strongest part of my game is the clinch and no one has ever seen me do that in a fight… never not once. I know I can knock anyone out from the clinch, so I tried to work on other things.
“Also, I’m a southpaw and I fight conventional. Not a lot of people really know that. My favorite submission is the guillotine, but I’ve never once used it in a fight.”
The Denny vs. Alfonso bout was one of the first announced for the loaded PFC 4 card. The 13-bout card is virtually sold out for the fourth straight show and the 27th straight MMA card to be featured at the Palace.
Featured on the card are three PFC Championship bouts. In one of the more highly anticipate fights ever at the Palace, Newport Beach’s Justin Levens (9-7) will take on Hanford’s Kenny Ento (8-2) for the vacant middleweight title.
San Bernardino lightweight Shad Smith (9-7-2) will defend his belt in a rematch against Lemoore’s Poppies Martinez (11-3-1) and North Hollywood’s Lodune Sincaid (10-4) will take on Sacramento’s Jeromy Frietag (5-5) for the vacant light heavyweight crown.
Also on the card;
— Smith (10-4) vs. Santa Rosa middleweight Nate Loughran (5-0).
—Ensenada, Mexico welterweight Olaf Alfonso (5-7) vs. Hesperia’s Thomas Denny (22-15).
—Hanford lightweight Jeremy Luchau (0-0) vs. Fresno’s Shahob Nasrabadi (0-2).
—Fresno featherweight Jorge Evangelista (4-2-1) vs. Albuquerque, New Mexico’s Ed Tomaselli (3-4).
—Hanford flyweight Luis Gonzalez (0-0) vs. Merced’s Josh Besneatte (0-1).
—Las Veagas light heavyweight Dewey Cooper (2-0) vs. Fresno’s Jimmy Dexter (1-3).
—Merced middleweight Phil Collins (4-3) vs. Visalia’s Marc De La Cruz (2-1).
—Parlier middleweight Mike Moreno (2-1) vs. Fresno’s William Harmon (0-0).
—Sacramento light heavyweight Mark Munoz (1-0) vs. Anthony Rubacalva (0-0).
—Lemoore middleweight Mike Martinez (1-1) vs. Visalia’s Rocky Molina (0-1).
Weighins are slated for Wednesday, Oct. 17th at 4 p.m. at The Den Sports bar located on the third floor of the Tachi Palace Hotel and Casino. Fight fans are encouraged to come see their favorite fighters.
Doors open for the fights on Thursday, Oct. 18th at 5:30 p.m. with the first fight slated for 6:30 p.m.
For more breaking PFC news log on to www.palacefightingchampionship.com.
PFC 4 FIGHT CARD RUN DOWN
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Palace Fighting Championship
PFC 4 “Project Complete”
October 18th, 2007
Tachi Palace Hotel and Casino
Lemoore, CA
Tickets can be purchased at tickets.com or charge by phone 1-800-225-2277.
PFC Lightweight Title Fight (Champion Smith)
San Bernardino’s Shad Smith (9-7-2) vs. Lemoore’s Poppies Martinez (11-3-1)
PFC Light Heavyweight Title Fight (Vacant)
North Hollywood’s Lodune Sincaid (10-4) vs. Sacramento’s Jeromy Frietag (5-5)
PFC Middleweight Title Fight (Vacant)
Newport Beach’s Justin Levens (9-7) vs. Lemoore’s Kenny Ento (8-2)
Middleweights
Elk Grove’s Scott Smith (11-4) vs. Santa Rosa’s Nate Loughran (5-0)
Welterweights
Ensenada, Mexico’s Olaf Alfonso (5-7) vs. Hesperia’s Thomas Denny (22-15)
Lightweights
Hanford’s Jeremy Luchau (0-0) vs. Fresno’s Shahob Nasrabadi (0-2)
Featherweights
Fresno’s Jorge Evangelista (4-2-1) vs. Albuquerque, New Mexico’s Ed Tomaselli (3-4)
Flyweights
Hanford’s Luis Gonzalez (0-0) vs. Merced’s Josh Besneatte (0-1)
Light Heavyweights
Las Veagas’ Dewey Cooper (1-0) vs. Fresno’s Jimmy Dexter (1-3)
Middleweights
Merced’s Phil Collins (4-3) vs. Visalia’s Marc De La Cruz (2-1)
Middleweights
Parlier’s Mike Moreno (2-1) vs. Fresno’s William Harmon (0-0)
Light Heavyweights
Sacramento’s Mark Munoz (1-0) vs. Anthony Rubacalva (0-0)
Middleweights
Lemoore’s Mike Martinez (1-1) vs. Visalia’s Rocky Molina (0-1)
World Title challenger steps in for Duddy
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John Duddy has been hit with a late change of opponent for his headline bout on the next Hunky Dorys Fight Night at the National Stadium on October 20th.
The New York based Derryman had been set to meet Pablo Navascues but the Spaniard has been forced to withdraw courtesy of an ongoing ankle injury which had seriously disrupted his preparations for the bout.
Stepping in to fill the void is Uruguay’s Noe Tulio Gonzalez Alcoba.
The South American is fresh from a battling bid for Felix Sturm’s WBA middleweight title in Germany this summer and believes he can work his way to a second world title shot with a win over Duddy.
Duddy of course has world title ambitions of his own and with talk of a challenge to the new middleweight kingpin Kelly Pavlik early next year Gonzalez could prove a deadly obstacle.
The sole defeat of Gonzalez 15 fight career came at the hands of Sturm in June but the 28-year-old’s points defeat in Stuttgart suggested that he is capable of mixing it with the very nest in the middleweight division.
“This is a dangerous fight for John,” said promoter Brian Peters. “With Kelly Pavlik’s impressive win over Jermain Taylor last weekend the middleweight picture has really opened up and John is perfectly positioned to take advantage of that. He’s highly ranked with all the major sanctioning bodies and a very marketable challenger for any of the champions, including Pavlik.
“All of that will go out the window though if he can’t get past Gonzalez and he is a tough, hard man. He’s just coming off the back of that points defeat for the WBA title and he made Sturm work very hard to retain his title. One judge only had Sturm winning by a margin of 116 – 112 so I expect Gonzalez to really push John and there’s no doubt it’s a risky assignment given the kind of options on the table for John now.”
Gonzalez’s performance in defeat against Sturm is all the more notable given that the German is best known for his highly controversial points defeat to Oscar De La Hoya in 2004.
The Argentinean based fighter’s trip to Germany was his first time fighting abroad and he says the experience gained in Germany will make all the difference against Duddy.
“I learned a lot from my fight with Sturm and that defeat will make me a better fighter.
“I know that Duddy will be a very hard fight but my dream is to become world champion, for me and Uruguay. My life hasn’t been easy and I want to make it better. Beating Duddy will be the next step to another world title fight and realising my dream.”
Also featuring on the night of the Celtic Tigers at the National Stadium is Irish middleweight champion Matthew Macklin, undefeated light welterweight Paul McCloskey and unbeaten Lurgan prospect Stephen Haughian.
The full 9 fight card will be confirmed next week.
Tickets for the “Celtic Tigers” Hunky Dorys Fight Night at the National Stadium, Dublin on October 20th are priced from €50 and are available from Ticketmaster.ie and all usual outlets.
Noe Tulio Gonzalez Alcoba
ALVIN ROBINSON SET TO MAKE UFC 77 APEARANCE
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Denver, Colorado based fighter Alvin KID Robinson is offering a few remaining sponsorship opportunties for his upcoming UFC 77: HOSTILE TERRITORY PPV appearance.
Robinson will be facing veteran fighter and BJJ stylist Jorge Gurgel in a 3 round Light Weight bout.
About The Match Up:
Robinson With an impressive 9-2 record, Robinson has never seen the final bell. All of his wins have come by way of submission, five of which being rear naked choke. The Ring Of Fire lightweight Champion made his UFC debut against Kenny Florian at UFC 73. Robinson was dealt his second career defeat. Having the “first UFC fight jitters” behind him, Robinson has rededicated himself to training and wants to show the world what the real KID is all about.
Gurgel (11-2) is 2-1 in the UFC, taking decisions while injured over Danny Abaddi and Diego Saraiva, and losing to former TKO featherweight champion Mark Hominick.
About The PPV:
UFC Middleweight Champion, Anderson “The Spider” Silva will travel to the hometown of the man he took the title from, Rich “Ace” Franklin, to defend his crown against the popular former titlist in a highly anticipated rematch entitled UFC 77: HOSTILE TERRITORY to take place in Cincinnati, Ohio on Saturday, October 20th.
Also on the UFC 77 card will be a heavyweight matchup between former UFC Champion, Tim “The Maine-iac” Sylvia and unbeaten Brandon “The Truth” Vera. This fight will mark the first fight for Vera since a contract dispute with former management that sidelined him for almost a year.
Mixed Martial Arts is the fastest growing, most exciting business opportunity in the world.
All interested pparties are encouraged to contact Sven Bean, Robinson’s business manager at 303-246-5237 or via e-mail at beanz4@msn.com. However, Sponsorship space is limited and inquiries will be handled on a first come first serve basis. DO NOT WAIT!! Act now to reserve your spot.
PAVLIK GETS UP OFF THE CANVAS TO CONQUER TAYLOR
Posted on | October 2, 2007 | No Comments
Pavlik stuns Taylor in memorable classic!
7th round knockout climaxes never-to-be forgotten battle.
By Mike Indri
Retired Boxers Foundation
September 29, 2007
Atlantic City, NJ – For the 10,000 plus in attendance at the Boardwalk Hall and the millions watching on HBO, undefeated world middleweight champion Jermain Taylor and undefeated top ranked challenger Kelly “The Ghost” Pavlik brought their best, and fought their best, in a world title fight reminiscent of Zale vs. Graziano, Robinson vs. Basilio and Hagler vs. Hearns.
DiBella Entertainment and Top Rank, co-promoters for this fittingly served night of boxing at it’s best, aptly named the fightcard pitting the two best middleweight fighters in the world “Throwback”, and both fighters delivered, giving career enhancing performances.
From the opening bell of round one the predominately Pro-Pavlik crowd, with an approximately 6,000 making the trip from their hero’s hometown of Youngstown, Ohio made their presence felt; screaming, cheering and waving their towels in such a constant and frenzied manner that left many believing that the ever-vibrant, open-24 hours-a day Atlantic City was actually a “Ghost Town!”
Taylor, the pride of Little Rock, Arkansas, started fast and peppered Pavlik was his stiff jab. Sensing he had much to prove and not appreciating the negative media feedback from his most recent performances (a debated draw against Ronald “Winky” Wright and two lackluster decision wins over smaller, light hitting foes; Kassim Ouma and Cory Spinks) the champ looked to establish early control and confidence. Continuing his fast pace in round two, Taylor’s stifling jabs found their mark, and left openings for a two-fisted attack which stung the usually granite chinned Pavlik, dropping the hurt fighter to the canvas.
Beating the count on rubber legs, Pavlik did all he could to survive. Holding onto the knockout-minded champion and wobbling, with referee Steve Smoger attentively looking on, Pavlik miraculously managed to make it thru the longest minute of his professional career. Looking at disaster as he arose from the deck, the humble and iron-willed Pavlik realized he had passed a championship level test in being able to listen to trainer Jack Loew’s instruction between rounds two and three.
During the post-fight press conference referee Smoger, one of the best in the business, would say that Pavlik was one or two punches away from being stopped.
To the absolute amazement of all, as well as the credit to his fortitude, Pavlik took round three on all three of the judges’ scorecards with an unthinkable display. Obviously having weathered the storm, Pavlik backed Taylor into the corners, and onto the ropes, throughout much of the three minutes, and in doing so, made a profound statement. Taylor’s chance had passed.
With the only stoppage of action in round four being a warning to Taylor for a low blow, the awestruck crowd knew they were witnessing boxing magic. Filled to the top, the near capacity crowd kept a fever pitch during rounds five and six. As Pavlik’s powerful bombs were being equaled by the tenacious champion, raining his trademark jab and quick, precision punches, it looked like Taylor was winning the battle – yet as round seven approached, it appeared Pavlik was winning the war.
Bruised and swollen, Taylor knew he was fighting for his WBC and WBO title belts, as well as his personal pride. While also banged up and sporting a face full of his badges of courage, Pavlik’s power had overtaken Taylor’s speed and athleticism.
While leading on the three judges scorecards (58-55, 59-54 and 58-55) Taylor desperately struggled to regain control and quickly hammered Pavlik to the body. Leaving his hands down and taking unwarranted punishment, Taylor found himself backed into his opponent’s corner. Just as quickly, it was over.
Pavlik, seconds away from being a thirteen-year overnight sensation in the boxing world, drove one of his concussive right hands to the head of the gallant champion, who was out before his body hit the canvas. The equally damaging uppercut and left hook followed but were not necessary.
At the 2:14 mark of round seven Jermain Taylor, the dignified and well-respected champion who so admirably dethroned the legendary Bernard Hopkins (beating him not once, but twice) was knocked out, and Kelly Pavlik was now boxing’s newest superstar and world champion!
Pavlik, who is already in talks to take on Irish John Duddy over the 2008 St. Patrick’s Day weekend, at Madison Square Garden, improved to 32-0, with Taylor being his 29th knockout victim. Taylor, who will be back to challenge for his championship belts (a rematch clause is contracted), tasted defeat for the first time as a professional, 27-1-1 (17 KO’s).
Boxing fans were also treated to a sterling performance by rising star Andre Berto. Berto, fighting out of Winter Haven, Florida, stayed perfect at 20-0 (17 KO’s) with a commanding 11th round TKO victory over fellow Floridian David Estrada, 21-4 (12 KO’s), from Miami.
Fighting in the co-feature bout, also televised live on HBO, the twenty four year old former Olympian, wowed the crowd with his debilitating offensive attack, which eventually broke down the very gutsy and formidable Estrada.
Showcasing a strong, piston-like jab and a pulverizing head and body assault Berto proved he is for real, and a legitimate threat in the talent rich welterweight division. The impressive win was also a WBC and IBF title eliminator bout, which means the likable Berto, will get his championship shot within the very near future.
Also on the “Throwback” undercard…
Returning to action following more than a two-year layoff was popular former title contender Omar Sheika. Sheika, now fighting as a light heavyweight, was put to the test early as he broke a bone in his right hand after landing his first punch!
The rugged Paterson, NJ native delighted those in attendance with his one-handed 4th round TKO victory over a somehow unknowing Tiwon Taylor, now 26-14-1 (19 KO’s). The tough luck Sheika, 27-8 (18 KO’s) who was sidelined with previous hand injuries, now faces a big obstacle in his quest for one more title opportunity.
Hot middleweight prospect Ronald Hearns, son of the great Thomas “Hitman” Hearns, made short work of veteran Robert Kamya, dropping the Floridian twice before seeing the one-sided bout stopped at the 2:42 mark of the first stanza. Hearns stayed perfect at 16-0 (13 KO’s), while Kamya dropped to 16-8 (4 KO’s). After the twenty-eight-year-old Southfield, MI native’s blowout win, promoter Lou DiBella could barely contain himself at ringside. “Let’s put Hearns in there with Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. now, that’s the fight I want!”
Highly touted heavyweight Chazz Witherspoon improved to 20-0 with his 5th round TKO win over Ron Guerrero (19-15-3, with 13 KO’s). With his cousin, former two-time world heavyweight champion, Tim Witherspoon, looking on, college graduate Chazz pounded the game Texas native, earning his fourteenth victory by way of stoppage.
Three-time New York Golden Glove champion Ronney Vargas (2-0, 1 KO) used his big reach advantage to out box and completely dominate his feisty, yet overmatched foe, Bruce Burkhardt. Burkhardt, fighting out of Marysville, MI. remained winless (0-3), while the highly skilled jr. middleweight returns to his home in the Bronx with a four round unanimous decision win.
Welterweight Carlos Quintana looked good in his overwhelming 4th round TKO win against journeyman Christopher Henry, from Barbados. The Puerto Rican Quintana assumed control from the opening bell and the southpaw fighter proved too difficult and strong for his limited opponent.
Quintana’s enviable record improved to 24-1 (19 KO’s), while Henry dropped to 23-19 (17 KO’s).
Philadelphia heavyweight Robert Hawkins surprised many with his workmanlike six round unanimous decision victory over highly regarded Terry Smith, also from Jermain Taylor’s hometown of Little Rock, AR. Hawkins quick hands shut down Smith, who fell to 30-3 (18 KO’s). The talented Hawkins, who could serve himself well with better conditioning, earned the good win and saw his record improve to 22-9 (7 KO’s).
Richard Pierson, a sparring partner for Kelly Pavlik, opened the action with a powerful display against Ray Smith, en route to a 5th round TKO victory, in a scheduled six round super middleweight bout. Smith, now 7-2 (2 KO’s) was willing to trade with the Paterson, NJ fighter, yet quickly realized he was no match for the talented, stronger Pierson. Pierson, the victim of a controversial loss in his last match, is now 5-1 as a young pro, with Smith his third knockout victim.
Truly a GREAT set of fights for boxing, as well as a great night for boxing!
HBO treated their subscribers to two magnificent fights; the Taylor-Pavlik battle will be talked about forever, and was a “Fight of the Year” contest.
Boxing was well represented in Jermain Taylor and Kelly Pavlik; two special young champions, who are class people outside the ring. Boxing is greatly served with these two fighters, who are terrific role models.
Big time accolades, and congratulations, must go to all of Team Pavlik.
There is a special bond between fighter Kelly, his trainer Jack Loew, his father Mike Pavlik and their manager Cameron Dunkin. In a business, which generates strictly to the money, it is so wonderful and refreshing to see the real motivation between all of Team Pavlik: looking out for the fighter, LOYALTY, and a true striving for what really should be every fighter’s sole dream…to become a world champion.
Very few get to the level that Kelly Pavlik has achieved. He got there because of his longtime trainer Jack Loew, who has been there since day one.
The great thing is that Kelly Pavlik realizes it, and won’t let anyone take away what they both have worked so hard, and so long, for.
More fighters should be like Kelly Pavlik.
Mike Indri
RBFNJMIKE@aol.com
WRITER SAM CAPLAN JOINS PRO-ELITE TEAM
Posted on | October 2, 2007 | 1 Comment
A WRITER — AND A FIGHTER — SAM CAPLAN
IS LATEST ADDITION TO PROELITE.COM FAMILY
LOS ANGELES (Oct. 2, 2007) – Versatile, award-winning freelance sports writer Sam Caplan of Philadelphia has been hired to serve as lead writer/editor at ProElite.com, Kelly Perdew, President of the premier Mixed Martial Arts social networking and entertainment site, ProElite.com, announced today.
Caplan, who maintains the highly popular website, FiveOuncesOfPain.com, has covered the NFL, NBA and Major League baseball for more than 10 years at CBSSports.com (formerly CBS Sportsline), AOL.com and SI.com. He has also done TV and online video work for Comcast Sportsnet and NBC Universal Interactive.
“We’re thrilled to have Sam join the Proelite.com team,” said Jeremy Gocke, ProElite.com’s Vice President of Business Development. “Sam is an outstanding journalist, a true scholar of mixed martial arts, and brings a full perspective of the sport as an avid MMA practitioner.”
After training in the traditional martial arts of Karate and Kung Fu for several years, Caplan decided to transition into practicing mixed martial arts in 2005 after following it as a spectator for a long time. At the urging of some of his colleagues, he began writing about it.
“After covering spoiled athletes who had little respect for the fans and media for so many years, I was amazed at how personable, articulate and respectful pro fighters were upon my entry in MMA as a journalist,’’ said Caplan, a mixed martial artist who has competed in low-level amateur MMA and Muay Thai matches. He currently trains out of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu United in Philadelphia.
“To date, I can’t say I’ve had one negative experience with a fight promoter, manager or fighter. The same can’t be said during my tenure covering the NFL, NBA and MLB.’’
Since he started to cover MMA in December 2006, Caplan worked briefly at the pop-culture site 411Mania.com and was the first outside hire by CBSSports.com when it launched its MMA section in February 2007. In addition to his coverage with CBSSports.com, he also is a contributing writer for FIGHT! Magazine.
“After an initial urge to remain independent, the opportunity to join ProElite was too good to resist,’’ Caplan said. “ProElite is an exciting company doing exciting things in an exciting sport. ProElite.com has made a lot of strides since its inception but has desire to improve further. I believe I can be a valuable asset in regard to the site’s future plans to build out its MMA content offering.’’
Said Douglas DeLuca, CEO of Los Angeles, Calif.-based ProElite: “It will be great to have a journalist of Sam’s caliber on the ProElite.com team. I am also very excited about tapping into his MMA knowledge to enhance our TV broadcasts.’’
Caplan currently hosts a weekly sports talk radio show on the ESPN Radio affiliate in Philadelphia every Saturday from 9-12 noon ET and also co-hosts his own MMA podcast, Inside the Cage Radio. Check out Sam’s blog at samcaplan.proelite.com.
About ProElite, Inc. (www.proelite.com)
ProElite, Inc. delivers the most exciting entertainment experience in the world of mixed martial arts (MMA) with live arena-based entertainment events, cable television programming on Showtime Networks and community-driven interactive broadband entertainment via the Internet. ProElite embraces MMA with the highest levels of honor, integrity, discipline and self-esteem, all the while remaining inclusive for fighters, fans and schools. ProElite’s live fight division, EliteXC, delivers spectacular live MMA fight events that showcase the world’s top fighters. ProElite’s interactive business, ProElite.com, capitalizes on the growing popularity of the sport of mixed martial arts by building a community of mixed martial arts enthusiasts. In addition to streaming the most exciting live fights to the web, ProElite expands the fan base of the sport by providing a comprehensive set of online social networking tools for fans, fighters and organizations. ProElite.com – Empowering the Fight Community TM.
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