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Hector Ramirez Added to Tachi Palace Fights 3 Lineup

Posted on | December 15, 2009 | No Comments

Lemoore, Calif. – As the old saying goes, “When life gives you lemons, make lemonade” and Tachi Palace Fights did just that on Monday when it found out that it’s main event on February 4 had to be scraped.

Tachi Palace Fights learned on Monday that it’s first-ever title fight had to be canceled. The lightweight title showdown between Lemoore, Calif.’s Poppies Martinez (17-6) and Rancho Cucamonga, Calif.’s Gabe Ruediger (15-5) had to be cut from the card when Martinez had to withdraw because of an injury.

“It’s an unfortunate situation. This was a big fight that a lot of people on the West Coast were looking forward to,” Tachi Palace Fights matchmaker Richard Goodman said. “I think this is still a bout we can put together in the future and Gabe being the professional that he is was willing to stay on the card and fight, despite the change.”

Goodman and Tachi Palace Hotel and Casino Entertainment Coordinator Jeremy Luchau wasted little time looking for a bout to bolster the fight card when the departure of Martinez, who has been a mainstay at the Tachi Palace Hotel and Casino, the former home to both the Palace Fighting Championship and World Extreme Cagefighting.

The first change was making a featherweight special attraction bout between Fresno, Calif.’s Isaac De Jesus (8-1) and Westminister, Calif.’s Nam Phan (15-6) a five-round title fight for the featherweight strap.

“It was an easy decision for us. We wanted to have a pair of title fights on the card and we knew that we still wanted to match Poppies and Gabe down the road, so it seemed logical to make Isaac and Nam a title fight,” Luchau said.

But Tachi Palace Fights’ officials didn’t stop there, as the biggest announcement on Monday came with the signing of Orange County, Calif.’s Hector Ramirez (8-3-1) for a middleweight showdown with Coarsegold, Calif. Anthony Ruiz (23-13).

Ramirez is an Ultimate Fighting Championship veteran and was a coach for Team Rampage on the latest season of Spike TV’s hit show “The Ultimate Fighter”.

“I’m very excited to be fight for an established organization like Tachi. I will be making my 185-pound debut. I don’t know much about my opponent, but I’m sure it will be exciting,” Ramirez said. “I want to thank all my sponsors and all my fans to continuing to support me.”

Ruiz just recently made the drop to 185 pounds and earned the biggest win in his mixed martial arts career with a decision victory over UFC vet Xavier Foupa-Pokam (20-12).

“I always get called for these types of tough fights, but at least I have six to seven weeks to prepare for this one. I think that (Ramirez) is very beatable. He’s fought a lot of average guys and I think we are at the same level,” Ruiz said.

“I think in this fight I will get a chance to exchange and bang a little more than the last one. I will do what I always do for every fight and that is keep coming and coming and be relentless and wear him out late in the fight.”

Ruiz is a veteran of nearly 40 fights and fought a who’s who in the MMA world from heavyweight to middleweight, which includes fights with Vladimir Matyushenko, Trevor Prangley, Bobby Southworth, Brad Imes and Gan McGee.

“I’m really excited for this fight. I love to fight out at the Tachi Palace. The rooms are great and I like how the weighins are right there on location. I just have to show up and dance,” Ruiz said.

The Tachi Palace Fights World Bantamweight title fight between Fresno, Calif.’s Cole Escovedo (14-4) and Duluth, Ga.’s Jeff Bedard (12-2) was elevated to the main event.

And in another big bout, Oakdale, Calif. bantamweight Michael MacDonald (8-1) takes on WEC veteran Chico, Calif.’s Manny Tapia (10-3-1).

Also in action is Las Vegas, Nev. lightweight David Bollea (1-0), who is the nephew of professional wrestling super star Hulk Hogan. Bollea’s opponent has not been determined.

“This card just keeps getting better and better each week,” Goodman said. “The Tachi Palace Hotel and Casino and its tribal management and tribal council at the Santa Rosa Rancheria have really dedicated themselves to MMA and putting on some of the best fights in the state.”

Tickets go on sale December 23 and can be purchased at www.tickets.com or charge by phone at 1-800-225-2277. Tickets may also be purchased at the Tachi Palace Gift Shop and start at a low price of just $30 for general admission seating.

In other bouts;

-Oakland, Calif. lightweight Dominique Robinson (4-3) vs. Rancho Cucamonga, Calif.’s Gabe Ruediger (15-5).

-Lemoore, Calif. featherweight Sergio Quinones (3-5) vs. Huron, Calif.’s Sergio Cortez (7-5).

-Fresno, Calif. bantamweight Phil Perez (7-5) vs. Gilroy, Calif.’s Anthony Figueroa (4-4).

-Fresno, Calif. heavyweight Mike Guidry (1-0) vs. Oakdale, Calif. Angel DeAnda (4-1).

-Merced, Calif. welterweight Phil Collins (7-5) vs. TBA.

-Santa Rosa, Calif. middleweight Nader Maghribi (0-0) vs. TBA.

Round 5 UFC Series 1 Now in Stock at Toys”R”Us in United States

Posted on | December 15, 2009 | No Comments

World’s leading Toy Retailer Carrying Liddell, St. Pierre, Evans, Florian, Guida, Machida Figures
MARKHAM, Ontario, Canada, December 15, 2009 – In time for the last stretch of the 2009 Holiday Season, all six collectible mixed martial arts figurines in the Round 5 UFC Series 1 are now available exclusively at Toys”R”Us retail locations across the United States, it was announced today by Barron Lau, Round 5 CEO and co-founder and Damon Lau, president and co-founder. UFC Series 1 includes standouts Chuck “The Iceman” Liddell, Georges “Rush” St. Pierre, “Suga” Rashad Evans, Kenny “KenFlo” Florian, Clay “The Carpenter” Guida and Lyoto “The Dragon” Machida.

The collectibles are scheduled to be available at other retail outlets and at www.Round5MMA.com early in 2010.

“We are pleased to have been able to step up production to enable Toys’R’Us to stock our first Round 5 UFC Series in time for the holidays,” said Damon Lau. “Our previous Series were a big hit last year at this time, and response to this group has been very strong.”

The six collectibles are presented in a new UFC-themed packaging that includes action photos of each respective fighter’s memorable moments as well as a short biography.

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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WCF February Fight Card Shaping Up

Posted on | December 15, 2009 | No Comments

Boston Mass. Decenber 15, 2009 –

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World Championship Fighting today announced four featured fights for their upcoming show, dated Friday, February 26th at the Shriner’s Auditorium in Wilmington, Mass.

In what promises to be a war, Pro-Elite/Elite-XC Veteran Fred Belleton makes his return to World Championship Fighting when he takes on the Team Santos product, Keith Jefferey. When Belleton last fought for WCF, he was victorious in one of the night’s featured fights with a viscous head kick KO. While this is Jefferey’s WCF debut, he’s no stranger to MMA and has been one of the very best 185 pounders in New England for years. A match up like this is truly not something you see too often.

Two of New England’s top ranked 145 pound fighters are set to meet at WCF 9. Justin Homsey is set to face undefeated rising star Saul Almeida in what could be a match up of the area’s best submission aces. Both fighters have won the majority of their fights by submission and both are out to prove they have the best Jiu-Jitsu in the weight class.

Also included on the WCF8 fight card is a fight between two of WCF’s most popular and exciting fighters, John Benoit and Noah Weisman. Benoit has been a mainstay on every WCF event since WCF 2, and he looks to get back to his winning ways against the up and coming Weisman, who made his World Championship Fighting debut at WCF 7. Weisman is 2-0 with WCF, and looks to make a name for himself with a win over Benoit.

In another featured fight, BJJ Black Belt Cesario de Souza makes his return to the ring after a short retirement to take on Wilmington native, Dan Bonnell. This fight had been talked about on a few occasions and it’s finally time to see it come to fruition. Both guys have enough power in their hands to end the fight by knock out, and both are good enough on the ground to end the fight there as well. You certainly don’t want to miss this!

World Championship Fighting tickets make a great Christmas gift, and the good seats are expected to go fast, so get your tickets now! Keep your eyes open for more exciting announcements from World Championship Fighting in the coming weeks.

World Championship Fighting Friday, Feb 26 7:30 PM Shriners Auditorium 99 Fordham RD Wilmington, MA
http://wcffighting.com/

Cool Combat Sports Links: Mixed Martial Arts, Wrestling, Boxing (12-14-09)

Posted on | December 14, 2009 | No Comments

Penn outclasses Sanchez, Mir chokes out Kongo

Penn, Mir appear to only be getting better

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Bitetti Results: Paulo Filho, Murilo Rua Win in São Paulo

2009: A Year of Mixed Martial Arts

Ringside Seats: A Look At Pro Wrestling Gaming

South Windsor Combines Youth, Experience In Wrestling

Wrestlers take to court for sheep prize

The Wrestling News Experience: 12.14.09

College wrestling: Bison get pushed around at duals, MSUM goes 0-3

Port Huron wrestlers place 5th at tournament

J.C., Helias set to meet in wrestling, girls basketball

Depleted Edinboro wrestlers fall to Ohio State

Glendive wrestling trying to build back up

Boxing: Klitschko has Haye in his sights

Saturday Recap: Klitschko, Bradley, Darchinyan, Malignaggi, & Ortiz all victorious!

Boxing Promoter Frank Warren’s Box Office Prediction for Manny Pacquiao vs Floyd Mayweather Jr.

Bradley Turns Back Peterson To Keep WBO Belt

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Boxer, welder succeeds w/out digits

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CAMPBELL – MULLARKEY REMATCH THIS SATURDAY NIGHT IN ASTON, PA

Posted on | December 14, 2009 | No Comments

Three plus years in the making, Dan Mullarkey looks to get even with Jamie Campbell this Friday night.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

ASTON, PA (December 14, 2009)—This Saturday night at The Tri-States Sport Complex in Aston, PA a highly anticipated rematch that has been three years in the making will take place as Heavyweights, Jamie Campbell and Dan Mullarkey will square off in the four round main event of a big nine bout card that is promoted by Al Thompson’s Football Stories Inc.

It was on October 27th, 2006 when Campbell won a very highly competitive majority decision over Mullarkey in the very same ring at The Tri-State Sports Complex.

Mullarkey of Upper Darby, PA has record of 5-2-1 with his last ring appearance being that majority decision loss to Campbell.

Campbell of Ridley Park, PA has a record of 1-1 and like Mullarkey, Campbell was last seen in the ring defeating Mullarkey over three years ago.

There are eight outstanding bout on a packed undercard that will feature a six round Super Middleweight affair between Scott Sigmon and Ariel Espinal

Sigmon of Beford, VA has racked up a record of 7-1 with three knockouts and has racked up six consecutive victories with the most recent being a third round stoppage over Nicholas Schleichich (7-2) on August 29th in Lynchburg, VA. In his previous bout, Sigmon scored an impressive eight round unanimous decision over Toris Brewer (14-2) on April 11 in Lynchburg, VA. The only blemish that Sigmon has endured was a four round unanimous decision loss to the highly regarded Farah Ennis in June of 2008.

Espinal of Brooklyn, NY has a record of 6-11-3 with two knockouts has been matched extremely tough but is very capable of pulling off the upset.

In Espinal’s last ten bouts he is 0-9-1 but the combined record of those opponents is 56-9.

In 2007, Espinal scored the best win of his career when scored a four round stoppage over then undefeated Jimmy Campbell (10-0).

In Espinal’s last bout, he dropped a six round unanimous decision to Julius Kennedy (6-1) on November 5th in Cockeysville, MD

In a four round Super Middleweight bout, Gabriel Pham (2-0, 2 KO’s) of Atlantic City, NJ will take on Joe Njau (0-3) of Perth Amboy, NJ

In a four round Heavyweight bout, Glenn Turner (9-4-3, 2 KO’s) of Philadelphia will take on Jonathan Felton (6-20, 5 KO’s) of Stafford, VA

6’4” Middleweight, Derrick Webster (3-0, 2 KO’s) of Glassboro, NJ will take on the upset specialist Mustapha Johnson (6-6-1, 2 KO’s) of Indianapolis in a fight scheduled for four rounds

Undefeated Light Heavyweight, Lavarn “Baby Bowe” Harvell (4-0, 1KO) of Atlantic City, NJ battles Randy Campbell (2-0) of Bowerston, OH in a four round showdown of undefeated Light Heavies.

Former amateur star, Paul Koon makes his long awaited pro debut as he takes on Julius Jackson (3-5) of Cincinnati, OH in a four round Heavyweight bout.

Heavyweight Brandon Barrett (0-0-1) of Glassboro, NJ takes on James Rankin (0-3-1) in a four round rematch of their May 8th tussle

In a four round Welterweight bout, Juan Rodriguez (1-0, 1 KO) of Union City, NJ takes on Francisco Portillo (0-1) of West Virginia.

The Tri State Sports Complex, located at 63 Concord Road in Aston, PA (610-494-3600 extension 11 – www.tristatesports.com).

Tickets are $35 general admission and $100 for ringside/premium seats.

For ticket information contact 610-494-3600 extension 11 or via email at tristateboxing@footballstories.com or by calling 302-543-3705

Tickets will be available at Tri State Sports from 9: a.m. until midnight Monday through Thursday, and 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Mark “TNT” Tucker Retains Title in Westminster!

Posted on | December 14, 2009 | 1 Comment

For Immediate Release

00tuckerWestminster, MD – In front of 2,500 boisterous fans at the Shipley Arena, Mark “TNT” Tucker retained his USBO Light Heavyweight championship Friday night with a hard fought ten round unanimous decision over wily veteran George “El Gallo” Armenta of Silver Spring, MD.

With a group of US Marines leading his loudly cheered ring walk, Tucker controlled the opening two frames by ripping Armenta with hard jab-straight left hand combinations. The hard charging Armenta had some success in the middle rounds with short right hands, but with the guidance of special assistant trainer Buddy McGirt, Tucker shook off a few rough moments to box effectively.

Armenta continued applying pressure in the late rounds with hopes of a one punch knockout, but the gutsy Tucker used an arsenal of heavy body punches along with straight left hands to the head while battling through a reoccurring in-fight hand injury to secure the victory.

Judge Gary Camponeschi scored the contest 98-92, while John Gradowski and Don Risher both had it 96-94 for Tucker, who also prevailed on scorecards of ringside media outlets.

“It was a great fight, he kept coming and was very tough”, said Tucker, who hails from nearby Eldersburg. “I got hit with a few punches I shouldn’t have, so I had to make adjustments to take charge and pull out the fight.”

Tucker improves to 13-0 with 7 KO’s, while the game Armenta falls to 13-5 (11 KO’s). Tucker’s next bout is tentatively scheduled for March 27 in Newark, NJ.

On the undercard, Jamar “The Truth” Freeman earned a unanimous decision victory over Omar Sims, while Garrett Wilson and Vincent Batteast pulled out close points victories over Adam Willet and Allen Perkins.

The four fight card was promoted by TNT Promotions 21, who worked hand in hand with Marine Toys for Tots to generate hundreds of donations from fans in attendance for needy children.

Since their inaugural card in February 2009, TNT Promotions 21 helped spring boxing to life in Northern Maryland. They have hosted six shows at the Shipley Arena, bringing in a large each time. TNT 21 also has the exclusive promotional rights to USBO Light Heavyweight champion Mark Tucker.

For more information, go to www.marktnttucker.com.

Hot middleweight prospect Michael Oliveira Added to Dec. 18th card in Haiti

Posted on | December 14, 2009 | No Comments

MIAMI (Dec. 14, 2009) – Fresh off of his impressive first-round stoppage of Gustavo De La Cruz last week in the Dominican Republic, unbeaten Brazilian middleweight prospect “Chairman of the Board” Michael Oliveira (10-0, 8 KOs) has been added to Friday night’s (Dec. 18) pro card at the Karibe Convention Center in Petionville, Haiti.

The 19-year-old Oliveira, a student at Miami Dade Community College, was born in Brazil but lives and fights out of Miami. The charismatic teenager is matched against dangerous Dominican puncher Edvardo Mercedes (5-2, 5 KOs) in an 8-round bout.

The power-punching Oliveira is being groomed as the heir apparent to Brazilian boxing star Acelino “Popo” Freitas, 4-time world champion, who retired two years ago.

“Even though Michael just boxed (Dec. 7) and will be fighting twice within 11days,” Oliveira’s father/promoter Carlos explained, “we took this fight because it’s a great opportunity for Michael to close out the year with a bang. There are many Brazilian peace keeping United Nations forces stationed in Haiti and Michael wants to give them an early Christmas present. They’re away from home during the holidays, serving their country, and this fight will give them a feeling of home and Brazilian pride with one of their own in the ring. Michael came out of his last fight in great shape. He’s only 19 and lives in the gym. We’re not concerned fighting again so soon. Everybody is really looking forward to it.”

Go to www.MichaelOliveria.com for more information.

Oliveira’s valued sponsors include The Confianca Moving, The Beira – Mar and Pro 1 from Sao Paulo, Dumonde Travel (Michael’s official travel agency) and the multi-national fuel company, Shell.

The Perfect Storm Tavoris Cloud

Posted on | December 14, 2009 | No Comments

NORTH MIAMI BEACH (Dec. 14, 2009) – Undefeated IBF light heavyweight champion Tarvoris Cloud (20-0, 18 KOs) has become the Rodney Dangerfield of boxing – he can’t get any respect, especially from “Bad” Chad Dawson, allegedly the top dog in the 175-pound division.

“Chad Dawson won’t be able to run 12 rounds against me,” Cloud said. “My pressure will be unbelievable and I hit hard with both hands. He’ll have to stand and fight and that will be his ultimate demise. We’re totally different. If I went around saying I could beat the No. 1 contender, like Chad did when I was the No. 1, I’d fight him to prove it.

“I’m baffled, I guess, more than frustrated. All my life watching boxing, I thought the champion had to fight the next available, most deserving challenger, or unify the title. I was the No. 1 contender and he was the champ, but that’s when all the politics of boxing came in – extensions and exceptions – and his promoter lobbied to duck this hungry fighter. I understand the promoter building a fighter and arranging puff fights for more money. At some point, though, a real fighter has to fight the best. You can’t be great just fighting hand-picked, over-the-hill guys.”

Cloud, fighting out of Tallahassee (FL), has beaten everybody put in the ring against him during his perfect 4 1/2–years pro career. He’s fresh, entertaining and throws nearly 100 punches a round, something practically unheard of from a light heavyweight. The Ring magazine has him rated No. 6 but he still hasn’t been able to get Dawson into a fight because, reportedly, Tavoris isn’t well enough known by fans to justify a fight against Dawson on HBO.

What’s Cloud have to do?

His last four opponents – Clinton Woods (DEC12), Julio Cesar Gonzalez (TKO10), Mike Wood (KO1) and Jacob Rodriguez (RTD3) – have either officially retired or simply haven’t fought since being ‘rained on’ by Cloud.

After stopping Wood in the first round of their March 28, 2008 fight in Chicago for the USBA and NABA titles, Cloud became the No. 1 IBF contender and he then took out former WBO titlist Gonzalez in the 11th round of their Aug. 8, 2008 IBF Title Eliminator to become the mandatory challenger for the then reigning Dawson.

Dawson was first supposed to defend his IBF strap against Cloud by January 8, 2009, but Dawson was granted an exception to fight Antonio Tarver in a rematch last March. Dawson won and the IBF mandated that he fight Cloud by May 1, 2009 or be stripped of his title. Rather than take on Cloud, Dawson relinquished his IBF title belt after Tavoris refused to fight a non-title bout against another opponent, not Dawson, on an HBO show. Cloud’s promoter, Richie Boy Promotions, declined the offer and promoted a fight for the then vacant IBF crown between Cloud and former IBF champion, Clinton Woods, who Tavoris impressively defeated by unanimous 12-round decision (116-112 scoring by all three judges).

After defeating Woods, HBO offered Cloud a spot on its network against Dawson or in the co-feature on a show headlined by Dawson, whose promoter, Gary Shaw, once again, refused to fight Tavoris or even allow Chad to fight on the same HBO card.

Team Cloud believes there’s another reason why Dawson won’t fight Cloud and it doesn’t have anything to do with purse structures or name recognition. “Back in 2001,” Cloud’s head trainer Al Bonanni explained, “Dawson and Cloud were both outstanding amateurs. They sparred in 2001 at the U.S. Olympic training camp. Tavoris floored Dawson and hurt his eye. After that, Dawson was moved down to 168 pounds, instead of competing with Cloud at 175. Dawson still fears Tavoris Cloud and that’s why he won’t get in the ring with him. We’re willing to fight Dawson or any of the top light heavyweights in the world.”

Cloud hopes to defend his IBF title in the first-quarter of 2010 against WBC champion Jean Pascal in a unification bout, or, there’s always the possibility of fighting one of the over 40 greats such as Bernard Hopkins, Roy Jones, Jr., Glen Johnson and Antonio Tarver.

If Dawson ever mans-up, that deal can still be made but, like Dangerfield, right now Cloud ‘can’t get no respect!’

“I think Dawson will fight me in the not too distant future,” Cloud added. “As long as I keep winning impressively in exciting fights, fans will call for it. I don’t understand his logic (for not fighting Tavoris) because I’m not that type of fighter. I want to fight the best and it doesn’t matter if they’re boxers, punchers or southpaws. That’s the way to be great. One world title belt isn’t enough for me; I want more.”

-TC-

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