Saturday, May 16, 2009
Highlights from the Bellator VII Welterweight Semi-Finals
Lyoto Machida's Karate from UFC 98 Countdown
B.J. Penn's Video Blog - 5-16-09
The May 16th edition of B.J. Penn's video blog as he prepares to defend his UFC lightweight championship against Kenny Florian at UFC 101 in Philadelphia.
Forrest Griffin Talks Everything from Fame to Jesus
Forrest Griffin joins ESPN Radio 1100's Steve Cofield to talk everything from fame to Jesus.
Friday, May 15, 2009
UFC on Dr. Phil: It's Not About Street Fighting
UFC president Dana White, former light heavyweight champion Forrest Griffin, and No. 1 lightweight contender Kenny Florian, were guests for a brief spot on Friday's episode of Dr. Phil.
The major theme of the show was the dangerous things that teenagers are involved in these days. The segment with the UFC centered around kids who think they're going to get into the fight game by participating in their own backyard fight clubs, video recording them, and loading them up on YouTube.
The trio of White, Griffin, and Florian quickly shot down any ideas that the youngsters may have had about getting into the cage via the backyard. Even Dr. Phil pointed out that the fighters that compete at the level of the UFC are "highly trained athletes."
It was all of about a five-minute segment on the 1-hour show, but as the sport grows in popularity, it's a good, if not small, step in clearing up the misgivings of just what type of fighter is able to compete at the professional level of mixed martial arts.
The major theme of the show was the dangerous things that teenagers are involved in these days. The segment with the UFC centered around kids who think they're going to get into the fight game by participating in their own backyard fight clubs, video recording them, and loading them up on YouTube.
The trio of White, Griffin, and Florian quickly shot down any ideas that the youngsters may have had about getting into the cage via the backyard. Even Dr. Phil pointed out that the fighters that compete at the level of the UFC are "highly trained athletes."
It was all of about a five-minute segment on the 1-hour show, but as the sport grows in popularity, it's a good, if not small, step in clearing up the misgivings of just what type of fighter is able to compete at the professional level of mixed martial arts.
Thursday, May 14, 2009
MMA Live Talks Atencio vs. White, Rashad Evans, and More
Is Jose Canseco Nuts or Just Desparate?
Canadian UFC Vets Return To Action
Canadian UFC vets Victor Valimaki and Joe Doerkson have been absent from the MMA scene in 2009, but that's soon to change.
According to a source close to the fighters, the two will return to action on separate cards late this month.
Edmonton, Alberta native Valimaki will face Palace Fighting Championships vet Isaiah Larson (6-3) at Canadian Fighting Championships on May 30nd in his hometown. Larson trains alongside EliteXC and Strikeforce veteran Brett Rogers at Team Bison in St. Paul, Minnesota.
Valimaki is on a four-fight win streak, having last fought at M-1 Challenge 10 last November, where he submitted Rodney Glunder in the first round.
Winnipeg, Manitoba native Joe Doerkson will also keep it local, facing Greg Babene (6-4) at "The Fight Club" on May 22. The jiu-jitsu specialist has racked up a two-win streak, having last appeared at Sengoku Sixth Battle, where he defeated Izuru Takeuchi by TKO.
Author's note: the dates of Valimaki and Doerkson's were reported incorrectly as the 22nd and 30th of May, respectively, and changed to reflect the accurate dates.
According to a source close to the fighters, the two will return to action on separate cards late this month.
Edmonton, Alberta native Valimaki will face Palace Fighting Championships vet Isaiah Larson (6-3) at Canadian Fighting Championships on May 30nd in his hometown. Larson trains alongside EliteXC and Strikeforce veteran Brett Rogers at Team Bison in St. Paul, Minnesota.
Valimaki is on a four-fight win streak, having last fought at M-1 Challenge 10 last November, where he submitted Rodney Glunder in the first round.
Winnipeg, Manitoba native Joe Doerkson will also keep it local, facing Greg Babene (6-4) at "The Fight Club" on May 22. The jiu-jitsu specialist has racked up a two-win streak, having last appeared at Sengoku Sixth Battle, where he defeated Izuru Takeuchi by TKO.
Author's note: the dates of Valimaki and Doerkson's were reported incorrectly as the 22nd and 30th of May, respectively, and changed to reflect the accurate dates.
Wednesday, May 13, 2009
Bisping Talks About Sleeping Through The Ultimate Fighter
Matt Hughes Calls on the Opposition to Train for Serra
Matt Hughes and Matt Serra are fighting at UFC 98 next week, and Hughes appears to be taking the fight very seriously.It's been basically a year since either has fought, and both are coming off of losses. Hughes enters the bout off of a devastating flying knee from Thiago Alves, which followed his second loss to Georges St. Pierre. Serra faces Hughes after losing his rematch with St. Pierre at the Bell Centre in Montreal.
As the time for UFC 98 draws near, Hughes has branched out of the confines of his H.I.T. Squad gym. In a post on his official blog, he indicated that not only has he sought out a familiar face in former teammate Jeremy Horn, but he also traveled to Minnesota to train with former opponent Sean Sherk.
Last week, Matt Pena and I went up and trained with Sean Sherk and several other fighters at Greg Nelson's Minnesota Martial Arts Academy. We were there from Monday through Saturday afternoon. I had a great training session and also a good time. One thing about that gym is that they've got some tough guys in there. No wonder Sean has done as good as he has. The week before that, I was in Salt Lake City training with Jeremy Horn.
Hughes and Sherk fought at UFC 42 several years ago. Sherk lost his bid to take the UFC welterweight title away from Hughes, but took him the duration of their five-round championship bout.
Tuesday, May 12, 2009
Dana White's Appearance on ESPN's E:60
Dana White talking about his career.
Dana White discusses his video blog rant on Loretta Hunt.
Dana White on Tito Ortiz.
Dana White on Fight Night.
B.J. Penn's Video Blog - 5-11-09
The latest edition of B.J. Penn's video blog as he prepares to defend his UFC lightweight championship against Kenny Florian at UFC 101 in Philadelphia.
Hughes and Serra: A Sitcom That Will Never Happen
Even if Matt Hughes and Matt Serra lived next to each other in a parallel dimension, they wouldn't have potlucks together.
On a Tuesday teleconference for next weekend's UFC 98, a reporter posed this bizarre scenario: what would happen if Matt Serra and Matt Hughes were next door neighbors in an apartment building?
Whether this fantasy apartment was in Long Island or rural Illinois, neither Serra or Hughes saw any change from their current dislike for each other, even if they didn't share a rocky past.
"I respect him as a fighter, as far as fighting ability," qualified Serra. "Nah, I don't think we'd really hang out. I don't think we'd get along too great. I just can't see us going bowling together. That's just me."
Hughes agreed with Serra's assessment.
"I just think we'd do our own thing," he said. "Matt's exactly right, I don't think we'd hang out. Probably nod our head, say hi in the hallway. We're just two different people."
"I think we should look for a reality show," added Serra.
If they did go bowling--a rematch from their showdown on the sixth season of "TUF," Serra saw another win at the lanes.
"I'm no big bowler, but we saw how that went," he said.
The nine-time welterweight champ was none too amused.
"Who cares who would win in bowling? I don't, and I really don't think Matt does either. Does it really matter who beats each other in bowling? Whoever beats each other in bowling is whoever is luckier that day. I think it's safe to assume we both suck at it."
And probably safe to say the two will never be on camera again together.
On a Tuesday teleconference for next weekend's UFC 98, a reporter posed this bizarre scenario: what would happen if Matt Serra and Matt Hughes were next door neighbors in an apartment building?
Whether this fantasy apartment was in Long Island or rural Illinois, neither Serra or Hughes saw any change from their current dislike for each other, even if they didn't share a rocky past.
"I respect him as a fighter, as far as fighting ability," qualified Serra. "Nah, I don't think we'd really hang out. I don't think we'd get along too great. I just can't see us going bowling together. That's just me."
Hughes agreed with Serra's assessment.
"I just think we'd do our own thing," he said. "Matt's exactly right, I don't think we'd hang out. Probably nod our head, say hi in the hallway. We're just two different people."
"I think we should look for a reality show," added Serra.
If they did go bowling--a rematch from their showdown on the sixth season of "TUF," Serra saw another win at the lanes.
"I'm no big bowler, but we saw how that went," he said.
The nine-time welterweight champ was none too amused.
"Who cares who would win in bowling? I don't, and I really don't think Matt does either. Does it really matter who beats each other in bowling? Whoever beats each other in bowling is whoever is luckier that day. I think it's safe to assume we both suck at it."
And probably safe to say the two will never be on camera again together.
Dean Amasinger's TUF 9 Week 6 Video Blog
Tuff-N-Uff Has More Than 100 Fighters for May 30 Event in Vegas
One of the largest amateur mixed martial arts events in the world will take place on Saturday, May 30, as over 100 fighters from 14 states are currently registered to fight in the Tuff-N-Uff Open Invitational in the Orleans Arena.
"We are excited to bring this size of an amateur mixed martial arts event to Las Vegas and the Orleans Arena," said Barry Meyer, President and Founder of Tuff-N-Uff. "The dozens of male and female fighters squaring off in this event really represent the true future stars of MMA."
A little over a year ago, Tuff-N-Uff set the standard in sanctioned amateur MMA events showcasing the "Future stars of MMA" in sold-out ballroom shows. The Tuff-N-Uff Open Invitational on May 30 takes amateur MMA in Las Vegas to an entirely new level by showcasing what will soon be more than 100 of the top future star MMA talent in one place -- the Orleans Arena.
Following the open invitational and a brief intermission, the "Future Stars of MMA: USA vs Mexico" main event show starts at 8 pm. Headlining will be an international battle for MMA supremacy, as a team of up-and-coming fighters from Mexican based Team Combate Extremo will make their way in to Las Vegas to square off with a the best amateur MMA fighters America has to offer.
"We would like to thank the local fans and fighters for their support as well as our generous sponsors, including the Orleans Hotel and Casino, TapouT, Hitman Fightgear, Las Vegas Nutrition Centers, On The Mat, Ed Hardy, Humble Me Clothing, Rupture Fight Wear, Gamma-O, Toe 2 Toe, Antagonist MMA, Game Over Fight Wear, Title MMA, Sin City Fight Gear, Dominance Fight Gear, The Gun Store of Las Vegas, Goodfellas Bail Bonds and Celebrity Coach," said Jeffrey Meyer, Vice President of Tuff-N-Uff.
Tickets for the event are on sale now and are priced starting at only $25. To purchase tickets, please call any coast casino box office or 702-284-7777. Visit the event website at www.tuffnuff.net.
Fans can pick up 2 for 1 coupons at any Las Vegas Terrible Herbst convenience stores and gas stations, Las Vegas Nutrition Centers and On The Mat fight shops, bringing the cost down to $12.50 for both shows!
Tuff-N-Uff will donate proceeds to St. Judes, The American Foundation for Suicide Prevention, The Shadetree and other local charities.
"We are excited to bring this size of an amateur mixed martial arts event to Las Vegas and the Orleans Arena," said Barry Meyer, President and Founder of Tuff-N-Uff. "The dozens of male and female fighters squaring off in this event really represent the true future stars of MMA."
A little over a year ago, Tuff-N-Uff set the standard in sanctioned amateur MMA events showcasing the "Future stars of MMA" in sold-out ballroom shows. The Tuff-N-Uff Open Invitational on May 30 takes amateur MMA in Las Vegas to an entirely new level by showcasing what will soon be more than 100 of the top future star MMA talent in one place -- the Orleans Arena.
Following the open invitational and a brief intermission, the "Future Stars of MMA: USA vs Mexico" main event show starts at 8 pm. Headlining will be an international battle for MMA supremacy, as a team of up-and-coming fighters from Mexican based Team Combate Extremo will make their way in to Las Vegas to square off with a the best amateur MMA fighters America has to offer.
"We would like to thank the local fans and fighters for their support as well as our generous sponsors, including the Orleans Hotel and Casino, TapouT, Hitman Fightgear, Las Vegas Nutrition Centers, On The Mat, Ed Hardy, Humble Me Clothing, Rupture Fight Wear, Gamma-O, Toe 2 Toe, Antagonist MMA, Game Over Fight Wear, Title MMA, Sin City Fight Gear, Dominance Fight Gear, The Gun Store of Las Vegas, Goodfellas Bail Bonds and Celebrity Coach," said Jeffrey Meyer, Vice President of Tuff-N-Uff.
Tickets for the event are on sale now and are priced starting at only $25. To purchase tickets, please call any coast casino box office or 702-284-7777. Visit the event website at www.tuffnuff.net.
Fans can pick up 2 for 1 coupons at any Las Vegas Terrible Herbst convenience stores and gas stations, Las Vegas Nutrition Centers and On The Mat fight shops, bringing the cost down to $12.50 for both shows!
Tuff-N-Uff will donate proceeds to St. Judes, The American Foundation for Suicide Prevention, The Shadetree and other local charities.
UFC Teams Up With Grappler's Quest for UFC 100 Weekend
The Ultimate Fighting Championship on Tuesday announced that it will host its first ever grappling tournament in conjunction with the prestigious Grapplers Quest organization on Friday and Saturday, July 10 and 11, at the Mandalay Bay Convention Center as part of the UFC Fan Expo.
Among the current UFC standouts who have competed in Grapplers Quest over the years are Matt Hughes, Kenny Florian, Denis Kang, Mark Bocek, Eliot Marshall, Brandon Vera, Kurt Pellegrino, Mike Massenzio, and Matthew Riddle, and it is expected that this competition at the UFC Fan Expo will be the largest submission, grappling and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu tournament in history.
The tournament will award thousands of dollars in prizes across a variety of divisions and weight brackets, giving men, women and children from all skill levels the chance to compete in front of thousands of spectators during the historic UFC 100 weekend.
In addition to the UFC and Grapplers Quest competition, UFC Fan Expo's two-day roster of activities will also include meet and greets with legendary UFC, PRIDE and WEC fighters, MMA demonstrations, fan-inspired special events, training and development sessions, and other exciting opportunities and entertainment. All UFC Fan Expo activities will be planned in conjunction with UFC 100, including the free-to-the-public weigh-in event on Friday, July 10.
To pre-register, go to: http://www.grapplers.com/store/midscreen.cfm. Due to time restrictions, the tournament is limited to 1,500 competitors, so it is suggested that you register early to save money and guarantee your spot in grappling history.
Among the current UFC standouts who have competed in Grapplers Quest over the years are Matt Hughes, Kenny Florian, Denis Kang, Mark Bocek, Eliot Marshall, Brandon Vera, Kurt Pellegrino, Mike Massenzio, and Matthew Riddle, and it is expected that this competition at the UFC Fan Expo will be the largest submission, grappling and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu tournament in history.
The tournament will award thousands of dollars in prizes across a variety of divisions and weight brackets, giving men, women and children from all skill levels the chance to compete in front of thousands of spectators during the historic UFC 100 weekend.
In addition to the UFC and Grapplers Quest competition, UFC Fan Expo's two-day roster of activities will also include meet and greets with legendary UFC, PRIDE and WEC fighters, MMA demonstrations, fan-inspired special events, training and development sessions, and other exciting opportunities and entertainment. All UFC Fan Expo activities will be planned in conjunction with UFC 100, including the free-to-the-public weigh-in event on Friday, July 10.
To pre-register, go to: http://www.grapplers.com/store/midscreen.cfm. Due to time restrictions, the tournament is limited to 1,500 competitors, so it is suggested that you register early to save money and guarantee your spot in grappling history.
Patrick Cote on Fighting Anderson Silva & Knee Injury
Inside MMA's Bas Rutten and Kenny Rice talk with Patrick Cote about his fight against UFC middleweight champion Anderson Silva at UFC 90 and recovering from a severe knee injury.
Monday, May 11, 2009
Mike Brown vs. Urijah Faber WEC 41 Preview
Sean Sherk's "Deadly" Workout Preparing for UFC 98
Sunday, May 10, 2009
Bellator VI Highlight - Yahir Reyes' Spinning Backfist KOs Estevan Payan
Bellator VI Highlight - Yahir Reyes' Spinning Backfist KOs Estevan Payan.
Matt Serra UFC 98 Video Blog - Day 3
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