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Wednesday, July 18, 2012

Western Warrior Coyle returns home to Mayo for first defence‏

Henry "The Western Warrior" Coyle returns to the Royal Theatre, Castlebar on Friday, August 17th to make the first defence of his WBF Light Middleweight title against experienced Argentinean Marcelo Alejandro Rodriguez on another big night of professional boxing in County Mayo.

Coyle won the title when he stopped Italy's Elio Cotena last year in front of a packed audience at the Royal Theatre which included Taoiseach Enda Kenny and Minister for Sport Michael Ring and he will be hoping to recreate the electric atmosphere from that night as he bids to repel his South American challenger.

The card will also feature the return of Cavan's Andy Murray as he looks to get back to winning ways following his points defeat to European Champ Gavin Rees in Cardiff last year. Murray, like Coyle will face an Argentinian opponent in the shape of Sergio Omar Priotti.

Cork based Cuban Alexei Collado will also be out to impress as he aims to take a step closer to a world title challenge with his impressive undefeated record currently standing at 15 wins and all but one of those wins coming via stoppage.

The undercard will have plenty to interest local fight fans as well with an intriguing all Connaught middleweight clash between Galway's Alan Donnellan and Roscommon's Darren Cruise. Two Ballyhaunis boxers will punch for pay for the first time on the card – against each other as welterweights Michael Waldron andBrandon Peake face each other on their professional debuts in an all Mayo affair. Sligo's long time Irish amateur stalwart Stephen "Block" Reynolds is pencilled in for his second pro outing on the card in what promises to be a busy few weeks for the cruiserweight with his debut already set for Belfast later this month.

With that line up the Royal Theatre is expected to have another full house and Coyle knows that all eyes will be on him as he looks to make a successful first defence of the WBF Light Middleweight belt.

"Winning the WBF title was undoubtedly the highlight of my career to date," recalled Coyle. "To win the title in front of my own fans in Castlebar was a dream come true and I'll be looking to deliver a repeat performance next month. The support last time was massive, I've always had great support right throughout my career going back to my amateur days but that night was something special and hopefully we can do it all again next month."

The Geesala native knows he can't afford any slip ups against Rodriguez, a veteran of 79 pro fights with 43 knockouts on his resume. "I have to give credit to my opponent, he's coming all the way from Argentina and he's not coming for the weather, he's coming to take my title," said Coyle.

"He's a big puncher and very experienced. He has been in there with some of the best in the world and he's had over twice as many knockouts as I've had fights so I have to respect that. My Dad and my trainer Sam Colonna will watch some of his past fights and come up with the game plan and then it will be my job to implement it on the night."

Having made a flying visit home for today's press conference at McHale Park in Castlebar Coyle returns to his Chicago base this week to continue his training camp for the bout. Father and manager Gerry is confident that they can repeat the success of last years event. "I know that everyone who was there last year will be back again because we got so many message, calls, emails and text afterwards from people saying what an incredible night it was. We knew we had to run with it again and we are very grateful to the people of Mayo because they have been so supportive.

"The Royal Theatre is a wonderful venue for boxing, there isn't a bad seat in the house and the atmosphere the people of Mayo generated there last year had to be seen to be believed. We're delighted that Henry will be able to make the first defence of his title at home and we're very happy to be working with the World Boxing Foundation again. Henry will have his hands full with Rodriquez because he's vastly experienced and has travelled the world to fight some of the very best around but Henry got a good eight rounds under his belt in his last fight in Chicago last month and that will all stand to him as part of the preparations for next month."

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Split Decision (Short Film) Trailer {HD}

PRIVATE SCREENING FOR NEW BOXING FILM ‘SPLIT DECISION’ ANNOUNCED FOR JULY 29 AT INDIESCREEN IN BROOKLYN

It was recently announced that a private screening for the short boxing film ‘Split Decision’ will be held at IndieScreen in Brooklyn on July 29. Created by film maker Antoine Allen, ‘Split Decision’ identifies with the struggles of a young bisexual Latina boxer dealing with the challenges inside the squared circle, while facing adversity and scrutiny outside of the ring based on her personal choices.

In ‘Split Decision’, Allen tells a story of a young woman’s dreams of rising up the ranks of a predominantly male sport, and the emotional roller coaster she embarks on to prove to her family and herself where hard work, perseverance and an unrelenting drive to succeed can take her, while balancing her unequivocal passion for boxing and a love for the sexes.

“I was working on a few scripts and since this was going to be my first production, I knew it had to be something everyone will remember,” said Allen about what prompted him to writing ‘Split Decision’. “So I came up with an underdog story, and watching Clint Eastwood’s amazing movie ‘Million Dollar Baby’ sparked the idea.”

The private screening will entail a viewing of ‘Split Decision’ as well as an intimate meet-and-greet with the cast and crew members of the film, including director Antoine Allen, who will be available for press interviews and to answer any questions about the film.

“After people watch this film, I want them to realize that you can go after your dreams in life,” said Allen. “You do not have to be afraid of who you are.”

New York native Antoine Allen had dreams like any other kid growing up. A little after his career started to develop in the music industry as A&R Representative/Manager for a couple of independent hip hop labels, the phrase "Dream Big or Don’t Dream at all’ really hit hard due to several eye-opening incidents.

Tuesday, July 17, 2012

All Film Makers-International Boxing Film Festival. Buy a raffle ticket and support our Give A Kid A Dream Foundation. Win a 2012 Wide Glide Harley Da

All Film Makers-International Boxing Film Festival. Buy a raffle ticket and support our Give A Kid A Dream Foundation. Win a 2012 Wide Glide Harley Davidson. Only 350

Boxing has always made for great drama. There are few moments in sport as exciting as the culmination of a great fight. Victory or defeat is decided by one final round. The crowd rising, the tension building, the fighters tapping sources of pride and energy they didn't know existed. It's the stuff that legends are made of.

The movie industry has been borrowing from that legend for decades. Now there is a place where both worlds collide. The International Boxing Film Festival will provide a venue for the presentation of classic and emerging boxing films, geared to the passionate fans of both art forms. "We are very excited to launch the inaugural International Boxing Film Festival in New York City," said Festival Director Gary D. Morgan. "We are thankful that the School of Visual Arts has agreed to host the event in their fine theatre. Some of the greatest films in history have been about boxing and we are challenging filmmakers to contribute to that fine tradition." The festival will take place over two days - Nov. 30-Dec. 1 - at the SVA Theatre at333 West 23rd Street in New York City. We are now accepting submissions from all over the world. To read the guidelines for film submission, please visit our web site: www.internationalboxingfilmfestival.com <http://www.internationalboxingfilmfestival.com> . "I am very proud of the stellar advisory board that has been assembled for the festival," said Morgan. "Our group includes World Champions, actors and members of the boxing media. We know that the fans of both film and boxing will appreciate the presence of these unique individuals, who are the heart and soul of the sweet science." The International Boxing Film Festival Advisory Board is made up of: Mark McPherson (Honorary Chairman), Michael Bentt, Mark Breland, Bobby Cassidy Jr., Chris Cassidy, Brian Doogan, John Duddy, Steve Farhood, Juan Laporte, Melvina Lathan, Holt McCallany, Seamus McDonagh, David Schuster, Bruce Silverglade and Vinny Vella. WHAT:The International Boxing Film Festival

WHERE: SVA Theatre, 333 West 23rd Street (8th and 9th Avenues)

WHEN: Friday, November 30 and Saturday, December 1, 2012

Sales are slower than last year! Please help the Give A Kid A Dream Program tickets being raffled at $100 each. Please HELP!‏

We are Raffling off a New Harley Davidson Wide Glide to send sixteen boys and girls to our summer boxing camp. All raffle tickets will get you into the Kids Graduation party and raffle drawing on August 5th.

Our goal is not to make future world champions; but to use the discipline of boxing to provide a framework for these impressionable kids to become motivated and incentivized to overcome obstacles and achieve in their formative years.

The motorcycle is a 2012 Harley Davidson Wide Glide.

At $100 Dollars Each

Only 350 Tickets will be sold!

Motorcycle is valued at about $17,200.

Visit the Give A Kid A Dream Website for more info about the program. www.GAKAD.com

To purchase tickets call us at 718 797 2872 or email us at info@gleasonsgym.net.

SPECIAL THANKS TO D'ALESSIO TOCCI & PELL CPA FOR CARING AND RUNNING THE GIVE A KID A PROGRAM.

Delgado and Hudson-Webb Talk About New Promotion!

Delgado Boxing Promotions, in Association with Mezereon Management,

will be promoting their first show on July 21, 2012, at The Buckhead Theatre. “This opportunity could not come at a better time,” stated Paul Delgado. After winning the WBF North American Title in December of 2011, Paul has not been back in the ring. “I continued to train, hoping for an opportunity to come my way. When things didn’t connect, I focused more on my gym. I’ve

been working with my clients and boxers, and I did some interviews with CNN to promote my business. My goal was always to start my own promotion in my hometown to give back to the community, but I never expected it to happen this soon.” In the months that followed Delgado’s North American title championship, the phone began to ring with calls interested in acquiring Delgado on cards away from home. Although the fights paid well they were on short notice. Delgado’s interest was not in the monetary gain only. He wanted to fight again in front of his hometown crowd and fans. He also wanted to follow the path of his WBF championship back in December. Taking all his options into consideration, Delgado decided it was time to make a move on his promotion albeit sooner than he had anticipated. Delgado’s manager, Lisa Hudson Webb of Mezereon recalls. “I remember Paul calling me one day very excited saying, ‘Let’s just go ahead and do this. Let’s promote our own show and I’ll defend my WBF title in my own backyard.’ He was ready to move on it, he’s been thinking about it for a while, so we’ve put it in motion.” Not only does the debut of ATL Boxing feature a title bout between Delgado and Mike Ruiz, the show spotlights some of the best undefeated talent in the Southeast. The card carries seven professional bouts, including one of Georgia’s favorite female boxers, Jackie Breitenstein. Three of the boxers on the card have a combined record of 31-0: Jared Robinson (10-0), Michael Seals (11-0), and Brian Howard (9-0). In action will also be, local Mexican mega attraction Jesus “La Sombra” Tavera (4-1), Tim “The Boss” Hall, and Jose Felix. All of which have fought some of the toughest boxers in the area. With the caliber of boxers together on one card, no one is going to leave disappointed by any of these performances. There will be a short intermission show of three outstanding amateur boxing bouts: Yusef Shabazz, Elijah Shabazz, and a special Delgado Boxer, cancer survivor Lionel Harris.

BELLATOR 72 FIGHT CARD JULY 20, 2012 USF Sun Dome - Tampa, FL

KARL AMOUSSOU VS BRYAN BAKER Welterweight Tournament Final JULY 20, 2012 USF Sun Dome - Tampa, FL

Rhodes to Zuhdi: “Step Up and Fight Me”!‏

Lightweight up and comer Lydell Rhodes is sick of hearing about interstate rival Noah Zuhdi.

The reigning catBOX champion, Zuhdi, 15-1 (12 KO’s), is wildly popular in his hometown of Oklahoma City and receives a good amount of press to go along with his fanfare. Rhodes doesn’t think he deserves it.

“I know Noah’s a smart guy because he’s also a lawyer,” said Rhodes. “I’m currently college but the difference between us is that I’m a fighter who goes to school and he’s a lawyer that happens to box. The problem is he goes around Oklahoma claiming he’s the best. If you think you’re the best, prove it!”

Rhodes, the HD Boxing titlist, also believes there is no use in waiting to make it happen since both men are from the same state and fight in the same weight class.

“Only one of us can be the best 135 pound fighter in this area, so we should get in the ring and fight. We all know that you’ve been fighting a bunch of guys with no pulse and people are sick of seeing mismatches. I’m ready to fight and it’s on his team to make this happen. People ask me about fighting Zuhdi and I’m tired of biting my tongue about the fight. If it did happen, I’d stop him without a doubt because he’s not on my level. As a matter of fact, if he went the distance with me but still lost, I’d give him my purse and we can put that in the contract!”

Under the guidance of Floyd Mayweather Sr. Rhodes is a perfect 10-0 with 5 wins by knockout. Earlier this year, Rhodes scored a dominant 8 round decision over experienced Ira Terry (24-7) and is looking to take another step in the right direction. The Spencer native, who fought seven of his ten bouts in OKC under the HD Boxing Promotions banner, has the support of his team in making the highly anticipated title bout against Zuhdi.

“We would love to make the fight with (Zuhdi’s promotional company) catBOX Entertainment,” stated Bobby Dobbs of HD Boxing. “Both fighters have titles in Oklahoma and fight for the crowd. With that said, Zuhdi isn’t remotely on Lydell’s level and I’d love to see him prove what we both believe!”

Maravilla Box homenajea este viernes a Don Javier Castillejo

NOTA DE PRENSA DE LA PROMOTORA. Tal y como venimos anunciado desde fechas pasadas, este viernes día 20, a partir de las 21:00 horas, la Plaza de Toros de la localidad madrileña de Parla acogerá una nueva velada promocionada por Maravilla Box, con la que queremos rendir nuestro particular homenaje al gran campeón Javier Castillejo.

La pelea de fondo estará protagonizada por Iván Ruíz, 4-1-1 (1), que se enfrentará al difícil nicaraguenese José Antonio Elizabeth, 12-5 (5), en una pelea a seis asaltos dentro del peso Gallo.

Como semifondo, el armenio residente en Valencia Roman “Matador” Vardanyan, 3-0-1 (0), se verá las caras con el alicantino Omar Sánchez, que debuta en el terreno de pago. Enfrentamiento pactado a 4 asaltos dentro del peso Superligero.

El resto de la gala la compondrán dos combates neo-profesionales y tres en categoría amateur, en los que participaran boxeadores de sobra conocidos por la afición madrileña como Clark Telamanou, Gonzalo Romero, Ángel Moreno o Gilabert.

El pesaje tendrá lugar este jueves día 19 a las 18:00 horas en la Escuela de Boxeo Javier Castillejo, sita en la calle Turín, S/N de Parla.

Las entradas tendrán precios populares, siendo tan solo de CINCO EUROS para la Grada, y de DIEZ EUROS para la Silla de Ring, encontrándose ya a la venta, de manera anticipada, en los siguientes lugares:

* Gimnasio Barceló. C/ Corazón de María, 21. Madrid.
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UFC 149: Faber vs. Barao extended video preview

The UFC 149 event is set for July 21st at the Scotiabank Saddledome in Calgary, Canada. It will become the first event that the UFC has held in Alberta, Canada. The event will be headlined by the UFC interim bantamweight title fight between Urijah Faber and Renan Barao. It will also mark the anticipated debut of former Bellator middleweight champion Hector Lombard as he takes on Tim Boetsch. The video below previews both matchups:

UFC 148 Prelims Ratings On FX Pack Punch; UFC 149: Faber vs Barao Prelims

UFC 148 PRELIMS ON FX PACK PUNCH

Four Fight Undercard Was the Highest-Rated UFC Preliminary Card Event on Record Among Adults 18-34, Men 18-34 and all Key Women Demos

UFC 148 Prelims Was FX’s Most-Watched UFC Telecast Ever

Cable’s #1 Program Saturday Night in All 18-34 Demos

Before tuning into the main event card which saw reigning Middleweight Champion Anderson Silva defeat Chael Sonnen in their highly anticipated rematch, UFC fans flocked to FX, as the UFC 148 Prelims were FX’s most-watched UFC event ever, and the 1.8 million viewers made the UFC 148 Prelims the second-most watched prelims ever, trailing only the UFC 126 Prelims.

Featuring four undercard fights, UFC 148 Prelims on FX was the highest-rated Prelims event ever among Adults 18-34 (749,000), Men 18-34 (500,000) and in all key Women demos: W18-49 (403,000) W18-34 (249,000) and W25-54 (375,000). UFC 148 Prelims easily ranked #1 for the night on cable in all 18-34 demos

The combination of the UFC 148 Prelims and two repeats of Anger Management helped FX rank #1 for the night in Adults 18-34 and Men 18-34, and #2 in Adults 18-49, Men 18-49 and Men 25-54.

FX’s next UFC telecast will be the UFC 149 Prelims on Saturday, July 21, live from 5-7pm PT / 8-10pm ET. The second season of The Ultimate Fighter on FX kicks off in September.

Monday, July 16, 2012

Adrien Broner vs. Vicente Escobedo July 21, 2012 world title fight at U.S. Bank;

U.S. Bank Arena will have a “Problem” on its hands on Saturday, July 21 when undefeated World Boxing Organization (WBO) Junior Lightweight World Champion Adrien “The Problem” Broner returns home to Cincinnati, Ohio to make his second world title defense against former 2004 United States Olympian and number one rated WBO 130-pound contender Vicente “Chente” Escobedo in the main event of the HBO Boxing After Dark broadcast.

“Battle On The Banks: Broner vs. Escobedo,” a 12-round fight for Broner’s WBO Junior Lightweight World Championship will take place Saturday, July 21 at U.S. Bank Arena in Cincinnati, Ohio. The event is promoted by Golden Boy Promotions and R&R Promotions and sponsored by Corona and AT&T. The HBO Boxing After Dark® broadcast will air at 10:00 p.m. ET/PT.

Finals of Japanese Grand Prix Freestyle Fighting Tournament To Begin August 9‏

Finals of Japanese Grand Prix Freestyle Fighting Tournament To Begin August 9

The highly anticipated 2012 Japanese Grand Prix Freestyle Fighting Tournament is less than a month away from beginning its final stage. The preliminaries for qualifying for the finals of the tournament are set to begin on July 30, with the wild card fighters around the world having a chance to secure their spot to fight for the world championship in August.

The VIP invite only fighters will begin their quest for perfection on August 9. Tournament favorite Ikuhisa Minowa is allegedly back to tip top shape and will be looking to work his way through the competition in solidifying himself as the top fighter in the world and claim the luxurious prize of $1 dollars.

Additional special invite fighters include Japan’s acclaimed sumo champion Harumafuji, France’s Savate Militec, USA’s BKB and boxer Gunn, and Argentina’s Muay Thai Bosch.

The tournament has already sold out in attendance and will be viewed by heads of some of the largest corporations throughout the world. Also speculated to be in attendance are some of the most revered “connected” families in the world as this tournament garners the largest gambling syndicate ring in any known fight sport.

In addition to the purse, the winner of the Japanese Grand Prix champion will be deemed “Full Contact Champion of the World”, and have availability to enter any pro fighting tournament within the 2012 calendar year.

The 2012 Grand Prix tournament will be held from July 30- August 12 at the Yokohama Arena in Kawasaki.

TRAD TKO BOXING GYM 3RD ANNUAL BOXERS & CELEBRITIES CHARITY FOOTBALL TOURNAMENT In Aid of the INDEE ROSE TRUST Sunday, 12th August 2012 @ Concord Ra

TRAD TKO BOXING GYM 3RD ANNUAL BOXERS & CELEBRITIES CHARITY FOOTBALL TOURNAMENT In Aid of the INDEE ROSE TRUST Sunday, 12th August 2012 @ Concord Rangers FC, Canvey Island, Essex

Boxing Stars Lace Up Boots For 3rd Annual TRAD TKO Charity Football Tournament On August 12th

For the past couple of years around this time TRAD TKO Boxing Gym supremo Johnny Eames has taken a break, from the business of Boxing, to head up the team that organises the annual Boxers and Celebrities Charity Football Tournament, to raise much needed funding for the Indee Rose Trust, which provides support and care packages for youngsters suffering from brain and spinal tumours.

This year is no different, as earlier today Johnny announced the date and location for this year’s extravaganza - Sunday, 12th August at the Concord Rangers Football Club on Canvey Island, Essex.

For those of you that have yet to attend one of these excellent tournaments, boy have you missed out on a great day out, as well as the chance to watch some of the sport’s biggest stars in action.

The list of those that have taken part in previous events, many of whom will again be at Canvey Island on the 12th August, is a veritable who’s who of British Boxing, Music and Television.

Boxing luminaries, such as David Haye, Ricky Hatton, Nathan Cleverly Matthew Macklin, Kevin Mitchell, Ricky Burns, Barry McGuigan, Paul and Stephen Smith, Billy Joe Saunders, Willie Limond, Rendall Munroe, Anthony Crolla, Graham Earl, Tony Oakey, Wayne Elcock, Ross Minter, Martin Power etc. have previously taken part, of which many will again be in action on the 12th August and joined by celebrities such as Alex Reid, Johnny Borrell (Razorlight), Iron Maiden, Mark Wingett (Jim Carver - The Bill), Stephen Bell (Coronation Street), various of the Eastenders and Shameless cast etc.

These special events have proved a huge hit with the fans, with both the previous events raising in excess of £20,000 for this exceptionally worthwhile cause. A figure that Johnny, as well as the Boxers and Celebrities already signed up for this year’s event, will be determined to better.

On making the announcement Johnny, who last year himself underwent treatment for Cancer, said, “Yeah, this year sees the third annual TRAD TKO Charity football tournament, in aid of the Indee Rose Trust. Which, for those that don’t know, has boxers and celebrities taking part and raising money for children with brain and spinal tumors.

It’s a great cause, we’ve had a great response from the boxing community, as well as from celebrities from music and TV, for the first two years and this years been no different.

In fact this year’s been crazy, even though we haven’t press released it yet because we’ve been busy with other things, yet the phone hasn’t stopped, everyone, celebrities and boxers, want to take part.

The past couple of years we’ve had a proper who’s who of boxing turn out, the likes of David Haye, Ricky Hatton, Nathan Cleverly, Ricky Burns, Rendall Munroe, Kevin Mitchell, Billy Joe Saunders, Paul Smith, just to name a few, but the list is endless and if I’ve not mentioned you, I don’t mean nothing by it, there are so many of you that come and turn out for it and we really appreciate that you do.

Last year’s was fantastic, we raised over twenty grand again, which far exceeded anything we expected as we put it together over a three week period due to my treatment. But that’s made me more determined to raise even more this year really.

This year we’ve got Joe Gallagher bring his team down again, which I’m sure will have more players than it did last year. Billy Nelson’s bringing a Scottish team down, Nathan Cleverly’s bringing his own team down from Wales, full of Welsh fighters and celebrities. It’s a real four nations as we’ve also got Alio bringing the Irish boys over again.

Paul Smith and the scousers, who won the first year, will be back. Paul who like me is a patron of the Indee Rose Trust and does great work up in Liverpool for the kids - he likes to keep it low profile but we’re watching and know what great work you’re doing, it’s fantastic what you do kid.

It’s just a great cause and if you haven’t been before, you really should get yourself along there on the 12th August, it’ll be at Concord Rangers Football Club on Canvey Island.

Keep a check on the TKO website, my facebook page and for press releases to learn more about who’ll be there as well as tickets and stuff.

Look forward to seeing you all there.”

This year’s TRAD TKO Boxing Gym organised Boxers and Celebrities Football Tournament, in aid of the Indee Rose Trust, kicks off at 12:00pm at the Concord Rangers FC, Thames Road, Canvey Island, Essex on Sunday 12th August 2012.

Heather "The Heat" Hardy will be on The DiBella Entertainment, Broadway Boxing show on August 2nd in New York City's Roseland Ballroom.

Support Gleason's Newest Pro Boxer: Heather Hardy.

Buy Tickets for her Show.

Heather "The Heat" Hardy will be on

The DiBella Entertainment, Broadway Boxing show on August 2nd in New York City's Roseland Ballroom.

Heather will make her Pro-Debut in an exciting four round undercard bout.

Support Gleason's Newest Pro Boxer: Heather Hardy.

Heather is the 2011, 125 pound USA National Champion and the 2012 New York City Golden Gloves Champion.

The Main Event features :

Thomas Oosthuizen 19(13)-0-1 against Rowland Bryant 16(11)-1-0 in an International Boxing Organization super middleweight title fight.

Other Gleason's fighters include: Floriano Pagliara 13-4-1 and Delen Parsley 8-0-0 both in 6 rounders.

Injury-Free Melson to fight on August 2!

Captain Boyd “Rainmaker” Melson will make his highly-anticipated return to the squared circle in a six round junior middleweight bout Thursday, August 2 at New York City’s Roseland Ballroom against an opponent to be named.

Melson, 8-1 (4 KO’s), was scheduled to face Enrique Gallegos June 14 but withdrew after fracturing his eye socket during a sparring session. Thankfully, the New York City native recovered quickly and is eager to get back in the ring.

“I’m really looking forward to this fight,” said Melson, who co-founded Team Fight to Walk along with his best friend Christan Zaccagnino. “A lot of people were telling me how entertaining my last match was and how excited they are to see me fight again. I am expecting another good turnout and owe a special thanks to Lou Dibella for giving me the opportunity to showcase my abilities.”

The card is promoted by DiBella Entertainment and tickets are available by going to Teamfighttowalk.com. All tickets purchased on Teamfighttowalk.com can be picked up at the Roseland Ballroom's will call window on fight night under the credit card holder's name.

In association with the 501 (C) 3 nonprofit Justadollarplease.org, Melson created Team Fight to Walk, whose mission is to raise awareness within the boxing community as well as the entire nation about the importance of bringing Clinical Trials to the United States to help cure Spinal Cord Injuries. Team Fight to Walk is comprised of Melson, former Rutgers football player/ESPY honoree Eric LeGrand, two-time cruiserweight champion Steve “USS” Cunningham, title contender DeAndre “The Bull” Latimore, Edgar “El Chamaco” Santana, Hector “Machito” Camacho Jr., 2008 US Olympians Demetrius “Boo” Andrade and Shawn Estrada along with prospects Sid “The Messenger” El Harrak, Jeff “TNT” Spencer, Denis “Da Momma’s Boy” Douglin, Will “Power” Rosinsky, Floriano “Italiano” Pagliara, Danny “Little Mac” McDermott, Vinny “The Lion” O’Brien, Ahmed “Prince of Egypt” Samir and Delen “Sniper” Parsley.

Strikeforce: Rousey vs Kaufman; Saturday, August 18 - Valley View Casino Center - San Diego, CA

It's official. Strikeforce champion Ronda Rouseywill face former title holder Sarah Kaufman on Saturday, Aug. 18 in San Diego, California!

SHOWTIME Sports^® Announces ALL ACCESS: Ronda Rousey

Two-Episode Installment to Premiere

Wednesday, Aug. 8 at 9:30 p.m. ET/PT on SHOWTIME^®

Emmy^®Award-winning SHOWTIME Sports^® will produce a new edition of the new documentary series ALL ACCESSwith an all-encompassing look at women’s mixed martial arts (MMA) sensation Ronda Rousey. The first episode will premiere on Wednesday, Aug. 8 at 9:30 p.m. ET/PT on SHOWTIME^®. The second episode will premiere on Wednesday, Aug. 15 at 9:30 p.m. ET/PT, just days before Rousey defends her STRIKEFORCE^® Women’s Bantamweight title against No. 1 challenger and former champion Sarah Kaufman.

Throughout Rousey’s meteoric rise to MMA stardom, SHOWTIME Sports cameras have been following her to capture footage for ALL ACCESS: Ronda Rousey. From the gym to the cage and the makeup chair to the red carpet, Rousey is sharing her most intimate moments, granting virtually unfettered access including her historic and revealing photo shoot with ESPN The Magazine for the cover of their ‘Body Issue’ which was announced Tuesday.

“When we were creating the concept of ALL ACCESS, I felt Ronda was a perfect person to showcase for the fans. Her fiery personality and her drive, coupled with her Olympic background and dominance in women’s MMA, was deserving of this type of spotlight,” said Stephen Espinoza, Executive Vice President and General Manager, SHOWTIME Sports. “Not only is Ronda a captivating athlete in the cage, but she is attracting a great deal of attention for a relatively young sport. With ALL ACCESS: Ronda Rousey, viewers will not only get a glimpse into Ronda’s life but also into the world of women’s MMA.”

With Rousey as the current torch holder for women’s MMA, ALL ACCESS: Ronda Rousey will include a look back at the sport’s history through a series of interviews with Gina Carano, Cris Cyborg, and other influential females who have helped pave the way for women like Ronda.

ALL ACCESS: Ronda Rousey will re-air multiple times on SHOWTIME, SHOWTIME EXTREME and be available on SHOWTIME On Demand.

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