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Courtney Buck doesn't duck!

July 28, 2010 - 19:56 — admin

Courtney Buck wouldn’t trade his experience in the WEC for anything.
Just seven fights into his MMA career, Buck received a shot with the “big leagues.” Many said the Minnesota standout wasn’t ready for that kind of jump.
And when Buck lost his first two WEC fights and was cut by the organization, it gave the haters even more ammunition.
But Buck (6-3) has no regrets. He got his shot, he learned from it, and now he's doing everything he can to get back to the big leagues.

Buck vs. Bergeron headlines Capitol Hill 2

July 28, 2010 - 05:55 — admin

Veteran Courtney Buck returns to action for the first time since being released by the WEC on Friday night during "Combat on Capitol Hill 2" at the St. Paul Armory.
After suffering a pair of losses in the WEC, it might make sense for Buck to take it easy and take a few tuneup fights. But that's not his style.
Instead, Buck will receive a major test from Minnesota Martial Arts Academy-trained Brandon Bergeron.

KOTC returns to northern Minnesota

July 27, 2010 - 11:21 — admin

King of the Cage will return to Minnesota on Saturday for "Underground 59" at Shooting Star Casino in Mahnomen.
Matchmaker Gavin Rydell has put together five professional fights and six amateur fights for an 11-fight card.
Fighting in the main event Saturday night will be former four-time All-American wrestler Josh Janousek. He will look to improve upon his 4-1 record against veteran Travis McCullough in a 205-pound showdown.

JJ ready to take it to the 'big show'

July 26, 2010 - 20:36 — admin

With his wrestling pedigree, there's no wonder people are keeping an eye on Josh Janousek.
The former four-time collegiate All-American (twice in junior college and twice at Division II power Minnesota State, Mankato) has compiled a 4-1 record in mixed martial arts.
Injuries slowed the early part of Janousek's career, but he's healthy now, and he said he's 100 percent devoted to taking his MMA career to the "big show."

Schiro comes out on top at Epic

July 24, 2010 - 11:26 — admin

(Photos and results are courtesy of the amazing Brian C. Olsen. Please view his work at www.flashfillfoto.com. Brian is a great supporter of the Minnesota MMA scene and mnmmanews.com)
Four of the 10 fights went to decisions and several fighters put themselves in position to fight for championship belts Friday night during the Brutaal Genesis event at Epic in Minneapolls.
In the night's only female fight, Melissa Schiro turned in an impressive performance against newcomer Christina Jobe of Mankato.

The Suga Shack: Why we do this

July 23, 2010 - 00:29 — admin

Hello loyal readers, and welcome to another off-the-wall look into the life of mixed martial artist.
Today, I am going to give some insight as to why someone would put themselves through what I consider a grueling lifestyle.

D-Will will D-estroy you

July 21, 2010 - 23:26 — admin

In his first two amateur fights, Minnesota's Donald Williams barely broke a sweat.
He needed just 32 seconds in each fight to dismantle his opponent, winning by TKO both times.
Williams, who wrestled collegiately at Rochester Community and Technical College and in high school at Minneapolis Edison, finally received a challenge from Zack Kellso in his third fight earlier this month in Wisconsin. Despite facing adversity he lost a point between rounds when Kellso's corner informed the ref about a low blow Williams easily won a unanimous decision.

MRJJA Week 5 - The right hand

July 21, 2010 - 21:37 — admin

Welcome back for another technique segment with Mario Roberto of the Mario Roberto Jiu-Jitsu Academy. This week Mario demonstrates the basic right hand with his assistant, Dan Leckel.
Enjoy!
 


Heavyweights on tap for Brutaal Genesis

July 20, 2010 - 21:50 — admin

Three heavyweight bouts highlight a Brutaal Genesis amateur event scheduled for Friday night at Epic in Minneapolis.
Promoter and matchmaker Nick Gamst will bring the heavyweights to downtown Minneapolis, though he said it's unlikely main draw Kevin Asplund will compete on the card.
Asplund was to compete in an exhibition fight against Paul Hesch. But Gamst said he doesn't believe the Minnesota Combative Sports Commission will allow the fight to happen.

Rankings time once again

July 20, 2010 - 02:51 — admin

Welcome to this month's version of the Minnesota MMA News rankings. We added two new voters this month, though the usual suspects failed to submit their votes.
So without further delay, here are this month's rankings, as voted on by a panel of 10 fighters, media members, trainers, managers and matchmakers:
WOMEN'S DIVISION
1. Shana Olsen.
2. Kelly Kobold.
3. Kaitlin Young.
4. Aimee Slama.
5. Melissa Schiro.
6. Mariah Johnson.
135-AND-BELOW
1. Travis Reddinger.
2. Jin Minajev.