** USKBA ACTION SPORTS News of...  ...TUESDAY, DECEMBER 9, 2008 **

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DISTRICT COMBAT PRODUCTIONS ANNOUNCES ITS FIRST WASHINGTON DC ALL-PRO MIXED MARTIAL ARTS EVENT

Press Release – Washington, DC -  Newly formed District Combat Productions, the brainchild of Geoff Dawson, owner and founder of Bedrock Management Company, and Jonathan Reff, Olympic Taekwondo fighter and trainer at SomaFit in DC, presents its first all-pro Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) fight Saturday, December 13 at 7:00 p.m. at the DC Armory.  The Armory is located at 2100 East Capital Street SE in Washington, DC.

Promoted as the “BATTLE AT THE NATION’S CAPITAL”, this inaugural showdown features sixteen all-pro MMA fighters representing teams from across the United States including the exciting new breakout contender and winner of two amateur titles, Taylor Dixon of Alexandria, Virginia; Howard University Alum and Muay Thai boxing legend, James "The Professor" Cook; from Rockville’s Yamasaki Academy, U.S. Army Military Police Officer Ron Foster; and Ring of Combat Lightweight Tournament Champion, Baltimore’s own James "Binky" Jones.

“The popularity of the sport has exploded in the past few years and we’ve noticed demand across the board from our customers,” said fight co-producer and bar owner, Geoff Dawson. “It’s quickly becoming one of the most popular sports in the world,” he continues.

MMA fights showcase a wide variety of full-contact martial arts forms including Brazilian Jiu-jitsu, submission wrestling, Muay Thai, Boxing, Karate, Taekwondo, and Capoeira.

“The sport is about skill, endurance and personal bests,” explains two-time U.S. Cup Silver Medalist and fight co-producer, Jonathan Reff.  “It’s raw, it’s real and it’s exciting to watch.”

Match highlights include: Legendary Team Quest fighter, Zac “The Red Devil” George with a record of 15-3, takes on LA Boxing’s “fight to the finish” veteran Rick Screeton; and, from Ultimate Fighter Season 7, the undefeated (8-0) Paul Bradley defends his record against tough newcomer from Team Renzo Gracie, Rafael Sapo.

Additional fighters on the ticket include undefeated lightweight Dave Jansen; the ferocious Kyle “The Alley Cat” Baker; 6 time Grapplers Quest Champion, Dave Branch; talented newcomer with a 4-1 record (all KO or TKO’s), 24 year old  Robby Houston; Renzo Gracie’s newest talent from New York, John Cholish; undefeated amateur and 2 time featherweight MMA champ, Lloyd Baldwin; the lethal KO king, Beau “Blackjack” Baker; and making a return to fighting after 7 years,  multi-title winner, Buck “The Coach” Grant.

Internationally recognized Mario Yamasaki and Fernando Yamasaki of the award winning Yamasaki Academy in Rockville, Maryland, consulted on the fight ticket. In addition, Fernando Yamasaki will referee all 8 matches. Other elite talent including MMA Superstars and honored guests such as Maurice Smith and members of the Gracie Family, are scheduled to attend.

“BATTLE AT THE NATION’S CAPITAL” is sanctioned by USKBA Action Sports.

Ticket prices range from $30 to $175 for VIP tickets and can be purchased at www.ticketmaster.com or by calling 1.877.750.4400. VIP tickets include floor seats, a VIP tent with a premium bar and an autograph session with MMA Superstars and honored guests.

Sponsors include On Tap Magazine, Miller Brewing Company and Knucklehead Fight Wear.

For more information about the “BATTLE AT THE NATION’S CAPITAL”, please visit www.districtcombatproductions.com or contact Connie Poole at cpoole2000@gmail.com or 703.862.9236.

** USKBA ACTION SPORTS News of...  ...THURSDAY, DECEMBER 4, 2008 **

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AMATEUR MARTIAL ARTS RETURNS TO NEWARK NJ, SATURDAY, DECEMBER 6, 2008

From the promoter... Karriem Abdallah Productions LLC presents "AMATEUR MIXED MARTIAL ARTS". Mixed Martial Arts is the fastest growing sport. The fast and explosive bouts have taken off like a rocket. Because of its viewing ability on TV and Pay Per View, this sport of combat is here to stay and growing throughout the World. Karriem Abdallah, a Martial Art Instructor himself, plans to be a part of this growing sport. This will be the first of many Cage fights.

"AMATEUR MIXED MARTIAL ARTS" will be held Saturday, December 6, 2008 at Essex County College in Newark, New Jersey. For tickets and additional information, call 973-623-6419. Doors open at 7:00 pm and first bout is scheduled for 8:00 pm.

"AMATEUR MIXED MARTIAL ARTS" is regulated and sanctioned by the New Jersey State Athletic Control Board, Commissioner Aaron Davis. Additional sanctioning provided by USKBA Action Sports.

For Press Credentials, please fax your request to K.A. Productions, 973-623-6419, or email your request to kahpk@optonline.net.

** USKBA ACTION SPORTS News of...  ...SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 23, 2008 **

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THE RUSSIANS ARE COMING! TO FOXWOODS

From the producers...

BACK-ON-TRACK is a Russian reality show hosted by UFC Champions and Movie Star OLEG "The Russian Bear" TAKTAROV. Its main goal is to set former athletes 'back on track' in the world of ultimate fighting and to show that there is always a second chance for those who are willing to seek it out and take it on. Oleg Taktarov and the producers of the show have selected ten former fighters and through extensive training and selective bouts, they came up with four winners. These winners are to travel to the USA and fight on American soil against American athletes.

From the promoters of WAR IN THE WOODS V...

The United States Fight League takes mixed martial arts to a new level... one that has generated international attention. Traveling 6,000 miles from Moscow to Ledyard, Russia will converge on the United States in "WAR IN THE WOODS V", the battle of cage fighters, at Foxwoods Resort Casino this Saturday, November 29, 2008 in The Fox Theater.

Led by national hero OLEG TAKTAROV, four fighters are finalists in the widely popular Russian Mixed Martial Arts reality show, BACK-ON-TRACK. They will be fighting for their Country, their pride, and bragging rights in this international event hosted by the U.S. Fight League.

Margarita Kolmykova, Shamkhol Kerimov, Dimitry Yanish and Alecksei Vokulenko are the Russian combatants, bringing Russian style mixed martial arts to the USA.

The public has the opportunity to meet all the fighters at the U.S. Fight League weigh-ins and press conference on Friday, November 28th from 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm at The Fox Theater at Foxwoods Resort Casino. Oleg Taktarov, former UFC Champion and Movie Star, will be on hand to greet everyone and pose for pictures. This promises to be a fantastic pre-fight event.

Fight Night is Saturday, November 29th. Be at Foxwoods Resort Casino to witness two great nations solidly united for furious combat in the cage. The Fox Theater opens at 6:30 pm and the first bout begins at 7:30 pm. Tickets are available at www.foxwoods.com. Prices range from $45 to $100.

For additional information, visit the event website at www.usfightleague.com.

This event is sanctioned and regulated by the Mashantucket Pequot Tribal Nation Athletic Copmmission, Peter Timothy, Athletic Regulatory Commissioner with USKBA Action Sports providing additional sanctioning.

** USKBA ACTION SPORTS News of...  ...TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 11, 2008 **

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"THE WARRIOR'S CUP V" PROVES THAT THIS SERIES IS QUICKLY BECOMING THE PREMIER AMATEUR MUAY THAI EVENT IN NEW JERSEY

On November 8, 2008, at the Weapons 9 Gym in New Brunswick, New Jersey, USKBA Action Sports Promoters Derek Riddick, Chris Tran and Joe Pellegrino (Weapons 9), raised the bar for Amateur Muay Thai in New Jersey. With their “THE WARRIOR’S CUP V” Amateur Muay Thai event, they assembled 19 terrific bouts featuring great up and coming Muay Thai talent. The bouts were competitive and the crowd loved the action.

All the fighters and camps should be applauded for making this a memorable event. If the bouts weren’t enough for a full night’s entertainment, the spectacular Wai Kru demonstration form two of the finest Muay Thai Champions, Kru Phil Nurse and Kansak Sor Ponchit, proved to be icing on the cake. In attendance to witness all the action, was NJSACB General Counsel Nick Lembo. If anyone though that Muay Thai was dead, one wouldn’t  know that from witnessing “THE WARRIOR’S CUP V”. When you see the next “Warrior’s Cup” event advertised, do yourself a favor…. Get tickets early.

NJSACB Official Weights, Results, Suspensions:

Special Wai Kru Demonstration
-  Kru Phil Nurse and Kansak Sor Ponchit
USKBA Amateur Muay Thai Super Lightweight Division
-  (139.5 lbs) Clement Quartey wins by split decision (30-27, 30-27, 28-29) three rounds over (140.25 lbs) Javier Guzman.
USKBA Amateur Muay Thai Junior Division
-  (112.5 lbs) Julian Amiano wins by unanimous decision (30-27, 29-28, 29-28) three rounds over (109.0lbs) Alec Weisbrot.
USKBA Amateur Muay Thai Lightweight Division
-  (134.75 lbs) Chris Archer wins by TKO at 0:33 of round one over (129.5 lbs) Seth Kligernan.
USKBA Amateur Muay Thai Middleweight Division
-  (158.0 lbs) Eric Shaeffer wins by unanimous decision (29-28, 29-28, 30-27) three rounds over (158.0 lbs) Tal Segev.
USKBA Amateur Muay Thai Featherweight Division
-  (124.0 lbs) Terin Swanson wins by TKO at 1:25 of round two over (125.0 lbs) Hussam Elkazaz.
USKBA Amateur Muay Thai Super Middleweight Division
-  (162.25 lbs) Kevin Clark wins by split decision29-28, 30-27, 28-29) three rounds over (164.5 lbs) Ryan Gunning
USKBA Amateur Muay Thai Female Welterweight Division
-  (138.75 lbs) Kristen Pernicano wins by unanimous decision30-27, 29-28, 29-28) three rounds over (137.75 lbs) Jessica DeStefano.
USKBA Amateur Muay Thai Super Lightweight Division
-  (140.25 lbs) Matt Jowett wins by split decision (30-27, 28-29, 29-28) three rounds over (139.0 lbs) Greg Lachaga.
USKBA Amateur Muay Thai Super Middleweight Division
-  (165.0 lbs) Jamel Dean Craig wins by unanimous decision29-28, 30-27, 29-28) three rounds over (168.0 lbs) Sergio Aguirre.
USKBA Amateur Muay Thai Welterweight Division
-  (143.5 lbs) Lou Finateri wins by unanimous decision (29-28, 29-28, 29-28) three rounds over (143.75) George Francis.
*  Francis suspended 30 days
USKBA Amateur Muay Thai Super Welterweight Division
-  (154.5 lbs) Mark Dwyer wins by unanimous decision (30-27, 30-27, 30-27) three rounds over (155.5 lbs) James Choi.
USKBA Amateur Muay Thai Heavyweight Division
-  (207.0 lbs) Rob Hill wins by TKO at 1:16 of round two over (197.5 lbs) Anibal Colon.
*  Colon suspended 30 days and needs neurological clearance
USKBA Amateur Muay Thai Female Lightweight Division
-  (126.5 lbs) Heather Wagner scratch versus (137.75) Alicia Bourne. * Bourne fails weigh-in.
USKBA Amateur Muay Thai Super Welterweight Division
-  (152.0 lbs)  Khaled Zeidan wins by TKO at 1:36 of round three over (149.0 lbs) Hussam Abassi.
*  Abassi suspended 30 days
USKBA Amateur Muay Thai Super Middleweight Division
-  (166.25 lbs) Chris Schilling wins by split decision (28-29, 29-28, 29-28) three rounds over (167.0 lbs) Tom Kazanecki.
USKBA Amateur Muay Thai Super Lightweight Division
-  (136.0 lbs) Timothy Amorin win majority decision (30-26, 29-27, 28-28) three rounds over (136.0 lbs) Daryl Haze
USKBA Amateur Muay Thai Super Middleweight Division
-  (162.0 lbs) Osvaldo Dominguez wins by TKO at 1:32 of round three over (162.75) Alex Asch.
USKBA Amateur Muay Thai Super Welterweight Division
-  (151.0 lbs) Andre Laureano wins by split decision (30-27, 29-28, 28-29) three rounds over (148.5 lbs) Will Espinal.
USKBA Amateur Muay Thai Light Heavyweight Division
-  (174.0 lbs) Chris Fanelli wins by unanimous decision (29-28, 30-27, 29-28) three rounds over (174.0 lbs) Tom Murphy.

Participating Studios;  American Top Team, Champions Fitness, Fatjo's MMA, Five Points, Infinite MMA, Kpoz Muay Thai, Kru Training Camp, North Jersey Muay Thai, Sitan Gym, Sit Kangmongkam, The Wat, TSK MMA, Varlano's Gym, Weapons 9.

USKBA Certified Officials;  Referees - Chris Wagner and Donnie Carolei. Judges - Tom Velasquez, Robert Tanco and alternate Referee. Scorekeeper - Ellen Rubin. NJSACB Inspector – Todd Manfredi. Additional Officials;  Timekeeper - Jessica Partin. Ringside Physician - Dr. Sherry Wulkan.

“THE WARRIOR’S CUP V” was regulated by the New Jersey State Athletic Control Board, General Counsel Nick Lembo and sanctioned by USKBA Action Sports.

For additional information on this event, and future USKBA Action Sports Promoter Weapons 9 events, visit their website at www.weapons9.com.

** USKBA ACTION SPORTS News of...  ...FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 7, 2008 **

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THIS SATURDAY, "THE WARRIOR'S CUP V" TAKES AMATEUR THAIBOXING TO A NEW LEVEL IN NEW JERSEY

From the promoter... Fight fans, this Saturday, November 8, 2008, Weapons 9 Muay Thai is pleased to present another exciting installment of the acclaimed Warriors Cup series.  In its biggest card yet, The Warriors Cup V will showcase 19 amateur bouts, with athletes competing from top Muay Thai gyms in the tri-state area, including North Jersey Muay Thai, Varlaro’s Gym, Sitan, Five Points, Infinite MMA, The Wat, TSK-MMA, American Top Team, Sit Kangmongkom, Kpoz, Kru Training Camp, Fatjo's MMA, and Champions Fitness.  The event will also feature a special sparring demonstration by two Muay Thai legends: Kansak Sor Ponchit and the highly talented Kru Phil Nurse.  Kansak is a former Lumpinee and Rajadamnern Stadium Champion and current WBC International Lightweight Champion.  Kru Phil Nurse, no stranger to championship titles himself, is the former European and British welterweight champion.  Sanctioned by USKBA Action Sports and New Jersey State Athletic Control Board, The Warriors Cup V is poised to be one of New Jersey’s top amateur Muay Thai events of the year.  Showtime is 6:30 PM.  Doors open at 6:00 PM, with a $25 entry fee.

The scheduled card is as follows:

01)  SUPER LIGHTWEIGHT (135-139.9lbs)
-  Javier Guzman of TSMMA,15yrs old   VS    Clement Quartey of Kru Training Camp

02)  JUNIOR FLYWEIGHT (111.9lbs)
-  Julian Amiano of Varlaro's Gym,12yrs old    VS    Alec Weisbrot of Sitan Gym NY

03)  FEATHERWEIGHTS (122-125lbs)
-  Terin Swanson of American Top Team,15yrs old     VS     Hossam Elkazaz of Sitan Gym PA,16yrs old

04)  SUPER LIGHTWEIGHT (135-139.9lbs)
-  Seth Kligernan of Varlaro's Gym           VS      Chris Archer of TSMMA

05)  SUPER MIDDLEWEIGHTS (160-166.9lbs)
-  Ryan Gunning of Kpoz Muay Thai       VS        Kevin Clark of Kru Training Camp

06)  FEMALE WELTERWEIGHTS (132-140.9lbs)
-  Kristen Pernicano of The Wat      VS      Jessica Destefano of TSMMA

07)  SUPER MIDDLEWEIGHTS (160-166.9lbs)
-  Sergio Aguirre of Five Points Academy     VS     Jamel Dean Craig of Sitan Gym NY

08)  SUPER LIGHTWEIGHTS (135-139.9lbs)
-  Matt Jowett of Varlaro's Gym      VS      Greg Lachagha of Sitan Gym NY

09)  WELTERWEIGHTS (140-146.9lbs)
-  George Francis of North Jersey Muay Thai    VS    Lou Finateri of Infinite MMA

10)  MIDDLEWEIGHT (154-159.9lbs)
-  Mark Dwyer of Weapons 9 Gym      VS       James Choi of Kru Training Camp

11)  HEAVYWEIGHT (195-209.9lbs)
-  Rob Hill of Fatjo's MMA      VS      Anibal Colon of TSMMA

12)  SPECIAL FEMALE K-1 RULES LIGHTWEIGHT DIVISION (123-131.9lbs)
-  Alicia Bourne of The Wat       VS     Heather Wagner of Champions Fitness

13)  SUPER WELTERWEIGHTS (147-153.9lbs)
- Kahled Zeidan of The Wat       VS      Hussam Abassi of Kru Training Camp