September 6th, 2009 - Rancho Cordova, California, USA






EVENT ANNOUNCEMENT



September 6th, 2009

A.K. Promotions and Tommy T's Present
IKF Championship Kickboxing
Tommy T's Comedy and Dinner Theatre
Rancho Cordova, California, USA








PRESS LEADING UP TO EVENT BELOW






WEDNESDAY, June 24th, 2009, AT 10:00 PM/PST

KICKBOXING
Coming Back To
Sacramento, California!

AK Promotions in BACK in the Full Contact promotions business!
"Those of you who've kept with us and the International Kickboxing Federation (IKF) know that we never strayed too far away as we have been growing the sport of kickboxing through other means like the popular IKF Point Kickboxing Divisions." Said AK Promotions Johnny Davis (Right) "IKF Point Kickboxing is continuing to prove that it's a true incubator for the sport of kickboxing as we witness more and more fighters starting out in this semi contact division and moving into the full contact arena more prepared than in the past."

The goal of growing the sport of kickboxing and using IKF Point Kickboxing as a means to find talent has always been a part of the plan. That plan has just come a step closer to reality again…as Davis and his Team are preparing to put on some of the most exciting Full Contact Kickboxing action under the many styles of IKF Kickboxing! With talented men and women who are hungry for a fight, waiting for their chance to showcase their skills to friends, family and fans, Davis feels assured that they will have an abundance of talent for fans to witness for a long time.

"It's also our goal to find and build recognizable champions to the general public. This will take a strategic plan and the right fighters. Therefore, we hope that others will work with us in promoting quality shows as well as making us aware of any untapped talents waiting for their chance to shine."

Davis recognizes that other promoters are putting on some quality shows in other areas in CA. "We applaud them for keeping this great sport alive and well. We want to make sure that we respect other kickboxing promoter's scheduled dates and try and stay as far away from their event dates as possible in order to try and give everyone an opportunity to be successful. I hope that they will return the favor."

Davis will start his shows out small and conservative with plans to grow in larger venues and fights as they increase their following. "We will do what we can for the fighters but due to the size of the venue at this time again we have to be conservative. However, it will be a great way to build the records of fighters, and showcase their skills to family and friends and prepare them for bigger things to come. Everyone will be treated with the upmost respect and fairness on our shows as is required with all IKF Sanctioned events."

Davis' First Event will be Sunday, September 6th, 2009 in Rancho Cordova, CA at the Tommy T's Comedy and Dinner Theatre. They are currently matchmaking and would like for trainers to send in to them their fighter (s) information to johnnyd@akpromotions.org

The show will be under the authority of the California State Athletic Commission and sanctioned by the IKF. "Thanks again for your past and future support! We look forward to working with you!" Said Davis.



THURSDAY, September 3rd, 2009, AT 11:30 AM/PST

IKF Championship Kickboxing
Brings A Little Bit of Vegas To
Rancho Cordova, California, USA!

AKP Press: The waiting is almost over and approximately 36 fighters with trainers, family and friends in tow will be traveling from across the State of California to Rancho Cordova to see if they can best their opponent in Full Contact Knockout Kickboxing action! So far, setting up the card has gone pretty smoothly and we hope that all continues to go well. One thing for sure, fighters and fans are jazzed about the show and hundreds of them are pledging to come and give their support. Many of them are curious to see how this will all work in a comedy and dinner theatre but may be surprise of the ambiance that the club creates for such a show. With a full Bar, spot lights, ring girls and great music, Las Vegas will feel like a step away as you enter the fight arena at Tommy T's Comedy and Dinner Theatre this Sunday Night!

The sport of kickboxing is definitely one of the most exciting contact sports in the world. Yes, it had to take a back seat the Mixed Martial Arts...at least for now but fans will let you know that they love this ultimate striking sport and will pay to watch it whenever they can. Kick boxers on the card and around the world are waiting for more opportunities to showcase their excellent skills and athleticism that's required to excel in this multi tasking sport. Kickboxing...like boxing takes years to acquire precise timing, speed, power with hands and feet that few ever get to this level. Although Kickboxing has been around for many years, there are yet many more years to come before it reaches it crescendo. The aforementioned statement also goes for the sport of Mixed Martial Arts...where you have a good puncher, or kicker or grappler but rarely do you see all of these skills amassed in one fighter. Some would argue that they are beginning to see this transformation but like Kickboxing, it will take many more years for mma to reach this pentacle.

For now though, both sports will be able to hold their own as both of them are exciting and fun to watch! As a promotions' company, AK Promotions is committed to promoting the sport of kickboxing and looking for future talented and recognizable Kickboxing champions. It's not that we may not venture into other areas as we already do, from festivals, to comedy shows, IKF Point Kickboxing, Grappling and perhaps even a few MMA shows down the road. However, just know, Kickboxing is our first love and passion and taking it to new heights is our ultimate goal. One thing for sure, whatever we do in the area, we will bring that Las Vegas appeal right to your back yard!

We thank all in advance for their support of the upcoming show this Sunday, September 6th at Tommy T's in Rancho Cordova, CA and the shows to come! Forward March!

For Tickets Call (916) 357-5233 or use your credit card at www.tommyt's.com or purchase them at the door.

Call Today and Order Your Tickets! They are selling Fast! For groups of 10 tickets or more and you want to sit in the same area, you can call and be seated together...ask for Cindy. Otherwise, the seating is open based on General and Ringside Seats.






SATURDAY, September 5th, 2009, AT 11:40 AM/PST

AK Promotions & Tommy T's Present
"IKF Kickboxing"
Rancho Cordova, California, USA




WEDNESDAY, September 9th, 2009, AT 10:10 AM/PST

Results From AK Promotions & Tommy T's
"IKF Kickboxing"
September 6th, 2009 - Rancho Cordova, California, USA

AK Promotions Scores A Knockout Show With Sellout Results!
Caley Scott Successfully Defends IKF Title!
Photos By Tommy T's Photographer Chris Kisela

One would have to have been in attendance to describe the intensity in the room at the Tommy T's Comedy and Dinner Theatre in Rancho Cordova, CA as IKF Championship Kickboxing Fight Night kicked off its first show promoted by AK Promotions. The only disappointment you would have had to deal with was finding a seat as there were none left. When we say standing room only, this is not a cliché, it was real and anyone there will tell you the same. Its clear that Kickboxing is as great as we here at AKP continuously say and we are so thankful for all of the fighters, trainers, family and friends that attended this excellent display of Feet and Fists of Fury!

Fighters and fans alike were pumped as the Wait Staff hustled to get them drinks and food. The music was blaring and the lights aglow giving a bit of Vegas ambiance as advertised. Announcer Wayne Wilson did an excellent job and kept with the beat of the night bringing each fighter to the ring with excitement and enthusiasm one would expect as such and event. Singer Lisa Gardenia did an awesome and very professional job performing the National Anthem. In fact, many feel it was her almost perfect delivery of the Anthem that put a positive start to the event.

In the final bout of the evening, IKF Amateur Muay Thai California State Champion Caley Scott of Concord, CA was able to hold on to his title with a close decision win over the tough Robert Cornejo of Milpitas, CA in a rematch. Pictured above/right, Scott shows Cornejo and future challengers of his IKF title that he can take a punch!

Also, seasoned IKF Point Kickboxing star Jesse Agricula of Sonoma, CA fell a little short in his first attempt in full contact in one of, if not the best fight of the night against talented Quincy Schoeman of Oakdale, CA. Although disappointed after his loss, Argricula can easily redeem himself as he fought like a warrior from start to finish. The crowd really got into this one and perhaps somewhere down the road these two will meet again. With a win over Agricula, Schoeman proved he is clearly one to watch.

Daniel Hodges of Rocklin, CA continues to move forward after defeating Laku Pellici of San Francisco. In one of the most exciting fights of the night, Super Heavyweight Casey Knowles of Oakdale, CA and Joel Morris of Vacaville, CA had the crowd on their feet throughout the fight! Both men showed a lot of guts and grit. However, the crowd often responded to the light footed Joel Morris as he came out of his corner with an arsenal of acrobatic kicks that were beautifully displayed and often landed clean. But Knowles hung in there strong as this fight would end in a well deserved draw.

Thanks again to everyone for assisting us in our quest for the Next Great Kickboxing Champion!

Next event is tentatively set for Sunday, December 6th, 2009. Here are the nights results below.

  1. IKF AMATEUR MTR KICKBOXING: 195.1 -215
    Hugo Dominguez, Patterson, California, USA, 1-0, 214, 6', defeated Luis Pelayo, Modesto, California, USA, 0-1, 196, 5'8" by unanimous decision, 30-27, 29-28 & 30-27.

  2. IKF AMATEUR IR KICKBOXING: 215 & UP
    Casey Knowles, Oakdale, California, USA, 0-0-1, 220, 6'3", and Joel Morris, Vacaville, California, USA, 0-0-1, 249, 5'11", fought to a majority draw, 28-28, 28-28 & 29-28

  3. IKF AMATEUR MTR KICKBOXING: 137.1-142
    Reymundo Reynoso, Modesto, California, USA, 1-0, 135, 5'5", defeated Alvaro Cabrera, Sacramento, California, USA, 0-1, 140, 5'8", by majority decision, 28-28, 29-26 & 28-27.

  4. IKF AMATEUR IR KICKBOXING: 153.1-159
    *Mike Alfazi, San Luis Obispo, California, USA, 1-0, 155, 5'9". defeated Jesse Gonzales, Vacaville, California, USA, 0-1, 157, 5'7", by unanimous decision, 30-25 on all 3 cards.

  5. IKF AMATEUR IR KICKBOXING: 153.1- 159
    Amy Castillo, Patterson, California, USA, 0-1, 159, 5'11", defeated Angelica Jerminez, Santa Rosa, California, USA, 0-0, 160, 5'5" by unanimous decision, 30-26, 30-27 & 30-26.

  6. IKF AMATEUR IR KICKBOXING: 145.1- 153
    Jon Pryor, Sacramento, CA, 1-0, 5'10, 153, 2-1, defeated Tyler Miranda, San Francisco, California, USA, 0-1, 153, 5'11", by unanimous decision 29-28, 29-28 & 30-27.

  7. IKF AMATEUR IR KICKBOXING: 159.1-165
    Hector Cortez, Milpitas, California, USA, 3-0, 164, 5'8", defeated Abel Del Carpio, Patterson, California, USA, 0-1, 161, 5'9" by unanimous decision, 30-27, 29-28 & 30-27.

  8. IKF AMATEUR MTR KICKBOXING-142.1-147
    Daniel Hodges, Rocklin, California, USA, 1-1, 144, 5'9", defeated Laku Pellici, San Francisco, California, USA, 0-1, 5'9" by split decision 30-27, 29-28 & 28-29.

  9. IKF AMATEUR MTR KICKBOXING: 137.1-142
    T.J. Arcangle, San Francisco, California, USA, 4-0, 140, 5'6", defeated Phil Devera, Milpitas, California, USA, 2-2-1, 140, 5'5" by unanimous decision, 29-27, 30-27 & 30-26.
  10. IKF AMATEUR MTR KICKBOXING: 179.1-186
    Clifford Smith, Sacramento, California, USA, 1-1,182, 6', defeated Mike Spatz, Sacramento, California, USA, 0-1, 183, 6' by unanimous decision, 30-26, 29-27 & 30-26.

  11. IKF AMATEUR IR KICKBOXING: 132.1-137
    Josh Paiva, Vacaville, California, USA, 1-0, 135, 5'5", defeated Marc Toledo, Milpitas, California, USA, 0-2, 137, 5'5" by unanimous decision, 29-28, 29-28 & 29-28.

  12. IKF AMATEUR MTR KICKBOXING: 172.1-179
    Brandon Del Gaudio, San Francisco, California, USA, 2-0, 174, defeated Seth Hall, San Luis Obispo, California, USA, 0-1, 174, 6'2", by unanimous decision, 30-27, 29-28 & 30-27.

  13. IKF AMATEUR MTR KICKBOXING 165.1-172
    Josh Johnston, San Luis Obispo, California, USA, 1-0, 169, 5'9", defeated Anthony Becera, Patterson, California, USA, 0-1, 172, 5'6", by split decision, 29-28, 28-30 and 30-27.

  14. IKF AMATEUR MTR KICKBOXING: 137.1-140
    Nadya Lynn Lorenz, Rocklin, California / Grass Valley, California, USA, 1-0, 138, 5'6, defeated Joslyn Mikow, San Francisco, California, USA, 0-1, 137, 5'7", by unanimous decision, 29-28 on all 3 judges cards.

  15. IKF AMATEUR MTR KICKBOXING: 137.1- 142
    Quincy Schoeman, Oakdale, California, USA, 2-0, 143, 5'7", defeated Jesse Agricula, Sonoma, California, USA, 0-1, 142, 5'8", by unanimous decision, 29-28, 29-28 & 30-27.

  16. IKF AMATEUR MTR WEST COAST MIDDLEWEIGHT TITLE *DEFENSE: 159.1 lbs. - 165
    *Caley Scott, Concord, California, USA, 6-3, 164, 5'10", defeated Robert Cornejo, Milpitas, California, USA, 6-3, 163, by majority decision, 39-37, 39-37 & 38-38.










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