Did Outside The Lines Step Over The Line?…
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Did Outside The Lines Step Over The Line?… This month we ask you, the fans of our great sport, to comment on the recent ESPN Outside The Lines show on "Ultimate Fighting". Did they portray the sport fairly? Did they go out of the way to sensationalize it in a poor light? What did you think of the show overall? What did you think of the individual segments? Will it hurt or help the sport or make no difference at all? Whatever you want to say, we’re all ears. The results of the survey and some of the commentary we receive may appear in the upcoming issue of FCF. Click here to take the survey |
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Mezger vs. ?  In the ever-changing world of matchmaking… The latest word from the Mezger camp is that Pride wants Guy Mezger to take on Rodrigo Gracie and not Rogerio "Minotoro" Nogueira as previous stated. Stay tuned kiddies. |
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Ring of Combat II: A Solid Night of Action By Jim Genia (Secaucus, New Jersey – December 7th) Promoters Louis Neglia and Ray Longo can chalk up another successful event, as Ring of Combat II brought a solid night of action to the Meadowlands Exposition Center. Gathering together some strong local talent to compete in Muay Thai, mixed martial arts, and American kickboxing, the show delivered more than a few back-and-forth wars to thrill the crowd. Highlights of the event include:
Results: Muay Thai MMA MMA
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From John Petrilli (RITC): RITC 42 – Results Steffens Named Fighter of the Night A high energy crowd welcomed Rage in the Cage back to Tucson after a two year absence. Knockouts, choke outs and arm bar submissions highlighted the evening’s entertainment. Lyle Steffens, a physical specimen attending the University of Arizona on an academic scholarship, put on another thrilling performance. He won by submission in round 1 over tough Glendale fighter Sid Fisher. This win earned Fighter of the Night (FOTN) honors for Lyle and moves him to the #5 spot in the RITC Light Heavyweight rankings. Other candidates for FOTN honors were Gabe Casillas and debut fighter Justin Nauling. Results:
Upcoming events: Desert Quest #3 – Grappling / BJJ Championship Super Fight: Title belt awarded to winner of BJJ Absolute Division. Title belt awarded to winner of Submission Grappling Absolute Division. Spectator admission only $5 !!!
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