MFC 26 moved to River Cree Casino

Posted on | August 16, 2010 | No Comments

Sept. 10 lineup remains featured event on HDNet Fights

For Immediate Release

The Maximum Fighting Championship announced today that MFC 26: Retribution slated for Friday, Sept. 10 on HDNet Fights has been moved from the Keystone Centre in Brandon, Manitoba, to the River Cree Resort and Casino just outside Edmonton, Alberta.

The event’s lineup remains intact with the co-main events of Ryan Ford vs. Douglas Lima in welterweight action, and Antonio McKee defending his MFC lightweight title against Luciano Azevedo.

“We are excited to be returning to the River Cree Resort and Casino and are looking forward to a spectacular sold-out show at a first-class venue,” stated MFC Owner/President Mark Pavelich.

“The move from Brandon was made for business reasons. The MFC is one of the very few mixed martial arts organizations that is a profitable company and we intend on keeping it that way. What we realized was that several business aspects in Brandon were not turning out favorable results so it was a decision that had to be made.

“I can’t wait for the fans’ reaction to seeing Ryan Ford returning to the MFC in his home town, the ‘Lewis Army’ getting a chance to see Dwayne Lewis in action close to his home, and the entire lineup of fighters doing what they do best in front of a jam-packed, revved-up crowd.”

The MFC also took time to offer its appreciation to key sources.

“I would to acknowledge and thank Kevan Schell, the General Manager of River Cree, for doing this deal with us on short notice, and Andrew Simon, the CEO of HDNet Fights, for readily agreeing to the change of venue,” noted Pavelich.

“As well, my staff and I are looking forward to working with the knowledgeable personnel from the River Cree Combative Sports Commission. We have put our differences from past behind us, and I would like to thank Dale Kliparchuk and Al MacKechnie for their efforts and professionalism in arranging the sanctioning for MFC 26 in just a matter of hours.”

Included on the HDNet Fights televised card are two hotly anticipated middleweight clashes pitting brash British striker Tom Watson against American wrestler Jesse Taylor, and rugged Solomon Hutcherson taking on hard-charging David Heath.

The remainder of the lineup including an undercard featuring several top-notch, up-and-coming standouts will be announced shortly.

www.maximumfighting.com

“Terrible” Returns Sept. 11 Erik Morales goes for 50th win Headlining ‘Mexican Fiesta’ PPV show

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HOBOKEN, N.J. (August 16, 2010) – Integrated Sports Media, North America’s undisputed Pay-Per-View distribution leader of major boxing events, will showcase Mexican great Erik “Terrible” Morales to American boxing fans once again September 11, headlining the “Mexican Fiesta” pay-per-view event live from Mexico City.

“We’re excited to bring U.S. boxing fans the second comeback fight for living legend Erik Morales, who is the last man to defeat Manny Pacquaio,” Integrated Sports Media president Doug Jacobs said. “It’s a privilege for Integrated Sports Media to air this living legend’s continued comeback. The rest of the card is loaded with interesting fights that insure an entertaining night of boxing.”

“Mexican Fiesta,” presented by Grupo Empresarial Matiz, is being distributed in the United States by Integrated Sports Media for live viewing at 9 PM/ET – 6 PM/PT on both cable and satellite pay-per-view for a suggested retail price of only $29.95.

Three-division world champion Morales (49-6, 34 KOs), who returned this past March 27, after 2 ½ years of inactivity, defeating former WBA lightweight titlist Jose “Jicaras” Alfaro (23-6, 20 KOs) by a 12-round decision for the WBC Intercontinental welterweight crown, is on a mission to become the first Mexican to capture world titles in four different weight classes.

Morales goes for his 50th career win in the 12-round main event on “Mexican Fiesta” against WBU lightweight champion Willie “Hands of Steel” Limond (33-2, 8 KOs), of Scotland, for the vacant WBC Diamond Super Lightweight Championship.

One of the most revered Mexican fighters of all-time, Morales’ list of victims over the years reads like a Who’s Who list of boxing stars: Manny Pacquiao, Marco Antonio Barrera, Pauli Ayala, Wayne McCullough, Junior Jones, Carlos Hernandez, Jesus Chavez, Guty Espada, Jr. (twice), Daniel Zaragoza and Kevin Kelly.

Former WBC Light Flyweight Champion Edgar Sosa (39-6, 23 KOs) takes on European flyweight titlist Andrea Sarritzu (34-4-4, 12 KOs), of Italy, in the 12-round co-feature for the WBC International Flyweight Championship.

In a female super flyweight battle of champions, WBC titlist Ann Marie “La Guerrera” Torres (21-3-2, 13 KOs), of Mexico, takes on WIBF and GBU champion Alesia “The Tigress” Graf (25-1, 9 KOs), of Germany, in a 10-round title bout fpr the WBC World Cup Super Flyweight Championship.

Unbeaten Juan Carlos “Miniburgos” Burgos (24-0, 16 KOs), WBC CABOFE Featherweight Champion, goes against Filipino upset specialist Joan de Guai in a 12-round match for the WBC Youth Featherweight Championship.

A pair of 25-year-olds from Mexico City, WBC CABOFE lightweight champ Daniel “Tremendo” Estrada (23-1-1, 19 KOs) and WBC Continental Americas title-holder Rey Sanchez, square-off in a 12-round match for the WBC Silver Lightweight Championship.

WBC Youth Lightweight champion Ramon “Nino de Oro” Ayala (18-1-1, 8 KOs), a 21-year-old Mexico protégé of another Mexican fighting icon, Marco Antonio Barrera, defends his crown against Panamanian gatekeeper Armando “El Policia” Cordova, former NABA super featherweight champion, in a 10-rounder.

For more information about the Morales-Limond PPV event go to www.integratedsportsnet.com.

Integrated Sports Media: North America’s leading distributor of International Pay-Per-View and Closed Circuit sports events has presented World Championship and world-class boxing matches featuring Erik Morales, Vitali Klitschko, Ricky Hatton, Cristian Mijares, Evander Holyfield, Roy Jones, Jr., Ivan Calderon, Rocky Martinez, Nicolai Valuev, Amir Khan, Marco Antonio Barrera, Arthur Abraham, David Haye, John Ruiz, Wilfredo Vasquez, Jr. and Ruslan Chagaev. In addition, Integrated Sports Media distributed numerous International soccer matches showcasing teams like Club America of Mexico and the National Teams of Argentina, Honduras, El Salvador and the USA, as well as World Championship and world-class mixed martial arts shows featuring Fedor Emelianenko, Tim Sylvia, Bobby Lashley, Bob Sapp, Jeff Monson, and Roy Nelson. For more information on upcoming Integrated Sports events visit www.integratedsportsnet.com.

-IS-

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Biosse leads future of N.E. boxing on ‘Labor Daze’ show

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CES show Sept. 3 at Twin River Event Center, RI

PROVIDENCE (June 3, 2010) – The next generation of New England boxers, led by undefeated Providence super middleweight Vladine Biosse, will be showcased Friday night, Sept. 3 on the “Labor Daze” card, presented by Jimmy Burchfield’s Classic Entertainment and Sports, Inc. (CES), at the Twin River Event Center in Lincoln, RI.

Biosse (7-0, 4 KOs), a former University of Rhode Island football player, is coming off a sensational nationally-televised win against “Irish” Joey McCreedy in which the Cape Verdean native won an 8-round decision for the New England super middleweight title.

In his first main event, Biosse will defend his title against an opponent to be determined in an 8-round bout.

“CES is constantly developing talent and reloading its stable.” CES president Jimmy Burchfield said. “This show will be the first punch landed for the Labor Day weekend. Fights fans attending ‘Labor Daze’ will have an opportunity to watch some of tomorrow’s stars. Vladine is headed to greatness. We believe he has all of the needed skills and intangibles to capture a world title in the future. Many of the other local fighters are going to make a lot of noise in this business, too.”

In a pair of 4-round bouts, Fall River (MA) super welterweight Dustin Reinhold (2-1, 2 KOs) faces Providence’s pro-debuting Rameil Shelton, of Providence, while Woonsocket (RI) super middleweight Joe Gardner (5-1-1, 1 KO) faces New Bedford’s (MA) Eric Pinarreta (2-4, 2 KOs).

Also on the undercard in 4-round bouts are unbeaten Providence super lightweight Jesus Caro (5-0, 4 KOs) vs. Bryan Abraham (2-3-2, 2 KOs), of Schenectady, NY; New Bedford (MA) super lightweight Jonathan Vasquez (1-0, 1 KO) vs. Ryan Batt (0-1), of Lockport, NY; Providence firefighter and cruiserweight Eric Estrada (1-0, 1 KO); Barnstable (MA) heavyweight Jesse Barboza (3-1, 3 KOs) and Holyoke (MA) lightweight Pablo Rivera and Providence super welterweight James Smith in their pro debuts. All fights and fighters are subject to change.

Tickets for “Labor Daze,” priced at $35.00, $50.00, $75.00 and $125.00, are available to purchase by calling CES (401.724.2253/2254), going online at www.cesboxing.com or www.twinriver.com, at Twin River’s Players Club booth at Twin River, or any TicketMaster location. Ticket-buyers who purchase a VIP seat will also receive a 25%-off coupon for Fred & Steve’s Steakhouse, valid for 30 days following the fight.

Contact CES (401.724.2253/2254/www.cesboxing.com) or the Twin River Event Center (877.82.RIVER/ www.twinriver.com) for more information. Doors open at 6:00PM/ET, first bout at 7:00 PM/ET.

(Twin River has waived its 18+ rule for “Labor Daze.” Anybody under the age of 18 must be accompanied at all times by an adult and they must enter through the West entrance.)

-CES-

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It’s Personal – Pat McAleese-Lee Noble II Set For Title Honours

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When Light Middleweight contender ‘Phat’ Pat McAleese last faced Lee Noble, on the Ricky Hatton promoted show at the Goresbrook Leisure Centre in Dagenham, Essex back on the 26th March, things didn’t go quite the way that McAleese or his legion of fans expected, with the referee, Richie Davies, scoring the contest a 58-58 points draw.

Following the surprise result McAleese told Boxing Scene’s Dean Parr, “A lot of people in the crowd gave me five out of the six rounds, and I thought I won four out of the six, and drew the last, if not winning it.” then adding, “I’ll hopefully get a rematch and set the record straight.”

McAleese has got his wish and at the same time the opportunity to secure his first championship belt, as the rematch, which will be for the British Masters Light Middleweight Title, co-headlines the Steve Goodwin promoted ‘It’s Personal’ event at the York Hall, Bethnal Green, London on Saturday the 11th September 2010.

Following a heavy sparring session under the watchful eyes of his manager/trainer Johnny Eames and co-trainer Derek Grainger, at the Ultrachem TKO Gym in Canning Town, McAleese spoke of the upcoming showdown, “You better believe it’s personal. I have no doubt in my mind that I am going to win. I’ve trained better, I’ve slept better, eating better and I’ve rested.

The last fight came at the end of a busy season. I only fought thirteen days before the last fight and was feeling a bit tired on the night. On the 11th September it’s going to be a very different Pat McAleese in the ring so he’s in for a shock.

It was frustrating, I thought I won. It wasn’t me in the ring really, it was a jaded me, but I feel I still won. This time I’m gonna be in tiptop shape. I’m going to be doing a proper training camp in London for two weeks just before the fight so I’ll be ready for it.

The training and sparring I’m getting here, at the Ultrachem TKO Gym, is first class. Johnny (Eames) and Derek (Grainger) have been really putting me through the paces. It’s good, really good. They’ve also lined me up some top class sparring with Eddie (Corcoran), Nathan (Weise) and Erick (Ochieng).

Erick’s also on the September show. He’s sharp, we’ve been doing some real good sparring, doing plenty of rounds in the gym. It’s coming together nicely as Erick’s got a similar style to Lee (Noble), he’s got a fast jab and he’s awkward to hit. The main difference is that Erick goes low, and lets off more shots while Lee goes high and then covers up. It’s slightly different, but it’s still great sparring for me.

I want to win this so badly, it’s unreal, I’m giving it hundred and ten percent in training and I know that on the night I’ll win it in the ring.”

‘Phat’ Pat McAleese versus Lee Noble, for the British Masters Light Middleweight Title with be co-headline with Ryan Barratt and Mark ‘The Flash’ Alexander, for the vacant International Masters Lightweight title, at the Goodwin Promotions ‘It’s Personal’ event at York Hall, Bethnal Green, London on Saturday the 11th September 2010.

‘It’s Personal’ also features the British professional debut of the legendary Heavyweight Champion of the World Smokin’ Joe Frazier’s protégé Marianne ‘Golden Girl’ Marston.

Marston, who is now trained in the UK by Derek Grainger at the ‘fight factory’ known as the Ultrachem TKO Gym in Canning Town, will be facing a stern test in the highly experienced Welsh battler Lana Cooper in a four round Featherweight contest.

The exciting, Brian Lawrence trained/managed, Light Middleweight star Erick ‘The Eagle Ochieng, who recently defeated Curtis Valentine in the battle of the undefeated, is looking to extend his unblemished record against Brummy hardman Dee Mitchell.

Another Light Middleweight prospect, Michael Norgrove, also looks to extend his perfect record. Norgrove, whose record ot 2-0, has his hardest test to date when he faces Finchley’s Ian Eldridge.

Welterweight John Wayne Hibbert, who also has a perfect unbeaten record, is set to face his sternest test to date when he faces the experienced brawler Kevin McAuley from Halesowen.

Ultrachem TKO’s exceptional Featherweight discovery, 19 year old George Jupp, is set for his second career fight against the highly experienced Latvian Pavels Senkovs.

Unbeaten prospect Tony “The Conqueror” Conquest is set to face one of the most experienced Cruserweight’s around, Hastings Rasani, who has fought the best the division has offered over the years, David ‘Hayemaker’ Haye, Troy Ross, Bruce ‘Lionheart’ Scott, Terry Dunston, Mark Krence, Tony Bellew, Dean Francis… and the list just goes on. This is no easy fight for Conquest, who will need to be right on his game.

Another Ultrachem TKO Gym discovery, Portsmouth’s Light Heavyweight Joel McIntyre, the protégé of WBU Light Heavyweight World Champion Tony ‘Oakey Kokey’ Oakey, will be making his highly anticipated professional debut. Joel will be facing Welsh banger Jamie Ambler.

Super Middleweight Eder Kurti will be looking to maintain his six fight winning streak against Sabie Monteith.

Bethnal Green’s highly popular Light Welterweight Jamie Arlain is set to explode on the professional scene. Arlain will be facing Bulgarian Danny Dontchev.

Exciting Welterweight prospect Phil Gill aka “The Phil Gill Experience” looks to continue his unbeaten record against the experienced Sid Razak.

Also at Welterweight Bobby Gladman, who has a perfect 6-0 record is set for a four round contest against a yet to be named opponent.

Tickets for ‘It’s Personal’ at the York Hall, Bethnal Green, London on Saturday 11th September 2010 are priced £35 (Unreserved) or £60 (Ringside).

For tickets call: 07960 850645, book on-line at www.tickets.justlisten2this.com or in person at The Ultrachem TKO Gym, Gillian House, Stephenson Street, Canning Town, London E16 4SA.

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Round 5 To Give First Look At Series 4 With Dana White, Royce Gracie, Brock Lesnar At UFC® Fan Expo™ In Boston

Posted on | August 16, 2010 | No Comments

Velazquez, Buffer, Shogun, Jackson Also Highlighted; Regular And Limited Editions On Display At Booth No. 2524 At Expo, August 27-28

MARKHAM, Ontario, Canada, August 16, 2010 – The past, present and future of the UFC, in and out of the cage, will be on display – literally – as attendees of UFC® Fan Expo™, August 27-28 at the John B. Hynes Convention Center in Boston, will get the first look at the Round 5 “Ultimate Collector” Series 4 collectible figurines. Fans can see new standard and Limited Edition sculpts representing seven different UFC personalities, including Royce Gracie, Brock Lesnar, Quinton “Rampage” Jackson, Cain Velasquez, Mauricio “Shogun” Rua, Dana White (regular only) and Bruce Buffer (Limited Edition only).

Round 5 can be found at Booth No. 2524 on the convention floor. The “Ultimate Collector” Series 4 displays are in addition to the previously announced “3-packs” featuring Buffer, exclusive to Expo in the U.S., and prototypes of its high-detail “Live” series with Randy Couture and Chuck Liddell.

Images of “Ultimate Collector” Series 4 can be viewed at http://www.round5mma.com/blog/?p=477.

“We are pleased to be introducing our latest series of new figurines to fans at UFC Fan Expo,” said Damon Lau, Round 5 president and co-founder. “There are some completely new athletes, including Royce Gracie and Cain Velasquez, and our first ‘Ultimate Collector’ non-fighters in Dana White and Bruce Buffer.”

“Ultimate Collector” Series 4 is expected at retail in time for the 2010 Holiday season.

Fans will also be able to purchase the new “Ultimate Collector” Series 3 figurines at the Expo, including new representations of Rich Franklin, Anderson Silva, Antonio Nogueira, Diego Sanchez and both UFC and PRIDE versions of Wanderlei Silva.

“Ultimate Collector” Series 1 and 2 are now available at leading retailers across North America, and Series 3 will be available shortly. A list of retailers can be found at www.Round5MMA.com.

About Round 5
Round 5 (www.Round5MMA.com), headquartered in Markham, Ontario, Canada, is the MMA industry’s fastest growing worldwide collectible figure company. Committed to developing intricately detailed figures, Round 5 strives to remain true to the sport of MMA and its personalities.

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The British National team vs. New York All-Stars; Saturday September 11th, 2010

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A Special Show In an effort to raise money for the Wounded Warrior Project & the 2011 Golden Gloves

Chase Backer of HighVista Inc. and Gleason’s Athletic Club, Inc. will promote this International Amateur Boxing Event

At BB King Blues Club

237 W 42nd St., New York City

Saturday evening September 11th 2010.

Doors will open at 5:00 PM and the first bout will begin at 6:00 PM.

The event is sanctioned by USA Boxing Metro, and will feature The British National Team & Olympic hopefuls against a New York City All-star team.

Please support this show and the worthy recipients.

Become a sponsor or buy a table.

Ticket Information

All seats are close to the ring for a great evening of boxing entertainment.

Platinum Seating- $500.00

Gold Seating- $250.00

Silver Seating- $100.00

Standing Room- $75.00

Contact Gleason’s Gym at (718) 797.2872

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It’s Personal – Smith Puts His Oar In “Alexander Will Finish Barratt In Three”

Posted on | August 16, 2010 | 1 Comment

Goodwin Promotions
‘IT’S PERSONAL’
Ryan Barratt Vs. Mark ‘The Flash’ Alexander
York Hall, London – 11th September 2010

For Immediate Release:

London – 15th August 2010

Barry Smith, coach of Mark ‘The Flash’ Alexander, is fuming at the comments that had been made in the press recently by Ryan Barratt, ahead of their 11th September showdown for the International Masters Lightweight Title on the Steve Goodwin promoted ‘It’s Personal’ double title show at York Hall, Bethnal Green, London.

Smith, who has not been in Alexander’s fight camp at the Ultrachem TKO Gym in Canning Town, London, for the past ten days, due to his brother being taken seriously ill whilst on holiday in Malta, returned on Friday to learn of the fiery verbal attack on his charge.

Still clearly distraught that his brother is still in a coma in Malta, Smith strongly defended his fighter saying, “I’ve been away for a while so didn’t know what had been said by Ryan. Jimmy Tibbs has been looking after Mark for me. He’s had him a hell of a lot of good sparring, also as well he’s put a couple of people over, so Ryan wants to be careful what he’s saying and doesn’t want to overlook Mark.

Obviously we all know he’s (Ryan Barratt) been in with Amir Khan, but for only about 30 seconds, where he (Mark Alexander) has been in with IBO & WBF World Champion Michael Brodie and put him over twice and cut him. I really think Ryan wants to think about what he’s saying really. Mark’s putting everything into it and we’ve got good quality sparring.

Ryan wants to remember it was Mark that called him out, so I don’t think Mark’s scared one bit. Mark wants it. I think this is the break that Mark deserves. Ryan’s had his shot and it didn’t come off.

This is Mark’s shot man. yeah he’s 33, but a young 33. He sleeps well, he eats well, he lives the life, don’t drink, don’t smoke. Mark is quality.

I’ve seen Ryan fight and I think Mark’s got the edge over him. I’m not just saying that because he’s my fighter. I know boxing and I think Mark’s got the edge over him.

Think about it he’s (Mark Alexander) got it all here at the Ultrachem TKO Gym. World class trainers Johnny Eames, Derek Grainger, Brian Lawrence and Jimmy and Mark Tibbs all helping us, as well as giving their fighters to help us prepare. The in-house sparring is serious quality. The only reason we’ve had to bring any outside sparring in at all is because we lack the right weight southpaws. Jimmy’s got one, Freddie Turner, and there are some heavier but that’s it. Ryan ain’t getting that kind of quality sparring we’ve got unless he’s paying people.

Mark ain’t gonna tire, I see it the other way round. I don’t see this being longer than three rounds. If it does, it does but I can’t see it. Mark’s sitting down on his punches now, whipping them in and he’s putting people over now. He’s never done that before. Ryan’s bit off more than he can chew by making these comments. Mark’s hungry and is coming to win, nothing less.

I like Ryan and I like Ryan’s dad. They’re nice people. They’ve always been respectful to me and I’ve always been respectful to them. But I have to say that my boy’s gonna win this. He’s shown me he really wants it and I know what he is capable of. There’s only one result and I think I know what that’s gonna be. Mark will be the Champion.”

Ryan Barratt and Mark ‘The Flash’ Alexander, for the vacant International Masters Lightweight title, will headline the Goodwin Promotions ‘It’s Personal’ event at York Hall, Bethnal Green, London on Saturday the 11th September 2010.

Co-feature on the 11th September sees Ultrachem TKO’s unbeaten Light Middleweight prospect Pat McAleese against the ultra tough Lee Noble. This fight also suits the event’s ‘It’s Personal’ billing as there’s no love lost between McAleese and Noble either.

Expect fireworks as both boxers battle it out for The British Masters Light Middleweight title as earlier this year they battled it out on a Ricky Hatton Promotions show, the result then – a draw! Nuff said.

‘It’s Personal’ also features the British professional debut of the legendary Heavyweight Champion of the World Smokin’ Joe Frazier’s protégé Marianne ‘Golden Girl’ Marston.

Rising Light Middleweight star Erick ‘The Eagle Ochieng, who recently defeated Curtis Valentine in the battle of the undefeated, is looking to extend his unblemished record against Brummy hardman Dee Mitchell.