MONDAY, May 30th, 2005, AT 2:10 AM, PT

Andrew Valladerez
Wins IKF Gold At LTD's
Fairfield Fight Fest

IKF Fairfield, California, USA
This Saturday night, May 28th, LTD Productions and Channel Lumber once again hosted another night of Exciting IKF Championship Kickboxing at the Allen Witt Sports Center, Fairfield, California, USA. Here are the nights results below,

1. Noel Rodriguez of Modesto, California, USA, (1-2, 165, 5'8", 22, 12-09-82, Gene Fields)
   defeated Zack Bucia of San Francisco, California, USA, (1-2, 171, 5'10", 20, 9-27-84, Zhong Luo, 415-812-3331) by split decision, 28-29 Bucia, 29-28 Rodriguez, 30-27 Rodriguez.
   
   
2. Julian Bowers of Vallejo, California, USA (5-0, 173, 5'10", 28, 12-27-76, George Tsutsui, 925-706-2788)
   defeated Raymond Doxie of Sacramento, California, USA (0-3, 177, 6'2", 24, 10-15-80 Steve Habib) by unanimous decision, 29-28 on all 3 judges cards.
   
   
3. Duncan Duffin of Visalia, California, USA, (2-0, 139, 5'6", 35, 6-27-69, Cung Le)
   defeated Silvino D. Pena Jr. of California, USA, (0-1, 135, 5'7", 19, 6-10-85 Chino Esparza, 559-308-2497) by unanimous decision, 30-27, 29-28 and 29-28.
   
   
4. Sam Spanger of San Jose, California, USA, (4-3, 184, 5'11", 29, 4-04-76, Cung Le)
   defeated Ernest Cortez of Dos Palos, California, USA, (0-4 - San Shou, 3-0 - MMA, 190, 6'0", 34, 9-24-70, Sergio Desilva, 209-387-1004) by KO at 1:27 of round 2.
   
   
5. Kenyon Atkins of Modesto, California, USA, (2-1, 157, 5'7", 23, 2-03-82, Gene Fields)
   defeated Edgar Moore Jr. of Seattle, Washington, USA (*1-1, 157, 5'8", 27, 8-23-77, 206-251-9107) by Knockout at 1:07 of round 1.
   • (*) Moore's scheduled opponent Victor Li of San Jose, California was a no show at the event. This gave Moore a win by forfeit. He then made the decision to fight Atkins.
     
     
6. Jennifer Fowler of San Jose, California,, USA (1-0, 163, 5'8", 29, 1-13-76, Cung Le)
   defeated Stacy Sneeringer of Emeryville, California, USA (0-1, 158, 5'9", 29, 6-22-75, Cheetah, 510-655-5588) by split decision 29-28 Fowler, 28-29 Sneeringer, 29-28 Fowler.
   
   
7. MAIN EVENT:
   CAN YOU SAY AWESOME! Could this be the Muay Thai fight of the YEAR?
   The IKF Muay Thai Lightweight Title Fight
   Andrew Valladerez of San Jose, California, USA (9-0/2, 129, 5'6", 17, 6-28-87, Cung Le)
   defeated Ryan Ratcliff of Vallejo, California, USA (13-1/5, 130, 5'4", 22, 1-17-83, George Tsutsui.) by split decision.
   Judge Butch Stell scored it 48-47 Valladerez, Judge Allen Reyes scored it 47-48 Ratcliff, Judge Susan Gitlin scored it 48-47 Valladerez. The new IKF Amateur Muay Thai Lightweight United States Champion is Andrew Valladerez.
   
   

For more info please call Mr. Tim Stell at (707) 372-0882 or by e-mail at Bambamstell@aol.com

SUNDAY, May 29th, 2005, AT 2:10 AM, PT

This Pitbull Bites With Knees!
Scott Clark Captures
IKF Amateur World Title In Canada!

The Canadian flag flew high and proud in Calgary, Alberta, Canada last night as 2004 IKF Amateur Muay Thai North American Champion Scott "Pitbull" Clark added yet another piece of IKF Gold to his trophy case. A Trophy case filled with plenty of Gold already mind you. Clark used a barrage of knees in an explosive knee attack to drop his opponent, Nenad Grujic of Switzerland to the ground at 1:32 of round 2 of the scheduled 5 round bout. It would be there that Grujic would stay until referee Tim Yorke finished the full 10 count making the official win time at 1:42 of round 2. The win earned Clark the IKF Amateur Light Heavyweight World MuayThai Title and his 22nd win along with his 15th win by KO/TKO. The loss was only the second of Grujic's career.

Clark controlled the first round which say far less action between the two. Grujic caught Clark with a pretty solid uppercut but Clark answered back with punches of his own as well as his powerful knees. In the clinch Clark was simply too strong for Grujic who simply could not escape. This was the proving fact in the end when Clark took hold of Grujic and just exploded his body with knees. Congratulations to Scott on his win and becoming the newest IKF Amateur World Champion!

As for the event? Well, when some talk about sellout crowds and standing room only, many question if it's true. However if you were in the house last night you would have no problem confirming the fact that this was a "Standing room only sellout!" It was estimated at between 800 and 1,000 which did not include the many who had to be turned away due to the venue capacity. This event ran flawless and each of the scheduled 9 bouts were exciting from bell to bell. Although the other 8 bouts were not sanctioned by the IKF, these other 18 fighters are more than deserving of attaining some press here.

Here are the nights full results in order:

1. Calgary, Alberta, Canada's Nate Smandych took the first win of the night. He defeated Fawz Amin of Richmond, British, Columbia, Canada in a special grudge match by unanimous decision.
   
   
2. Bryan Campbell of Calgary, Alberta, Canada defeated Alance Beau Corbbrey of Hilton Head, South Carolina, USA by unanimous decision.
   
   
3. Rima Sidhu of New York, New York, USA defeated Misty Sutherland of Calgary, Alberta, Canada by split decision.
   
   
4. 2004 IKF Amateur Muay Thai North American Champion Darren Snell of Calgary, Alberta, Canada won a "VERY" close split decision victory over Brandon Gay of Hilton Head, South Carolina, USA in a bout that could have easily been scored either way.
   
   
5. If not for the hurricane that stranded him (And several others around the USA) that forced a cancellation of his flight from Detroit to Orlando for last years 2004 IKF North American Tournament in Orlando, Canada's Phil Leier might be another 2004 IKF NAC Champion from Canada. Needless to say Leier had his hands full tonight with Commerce Georgia USA's Brian Robertson. In rounds 1 and 2 you could have tossed a coin. In rounds 3 and 4 though, Robertson easily won (In our opinion anyway - we didn't see the scorecards) and looked to be on his way to a decisive victory. However Leier came out in round 5 like he was a fighter starting fresh in round 1. Leier took it to Robertson who by this time was slowing, and won the bout by what we are sure would have been a very close unanimous decision.
   
   
6. 2004 IKF Amateur Muay Thai North American Champion Jason Cutbill of Calgary, Alberta, Canada chalked up another win by unanimous decision over Adrian Bachler of Switzerland.
   
   
7. 2004 IKF Amateur Muay Thai North American Champion Jesse Miles of Calgary, Alberta, Canada landed a perfect right leg round kick on the side of Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA's, Lucas McDevitt's head that cut his eye and took him down at :42 seconds of round 2 giving Miles his 11th win and 6th win by KO/TKO.
   
   
8. Natalie Fuz of New York, New York, USA defeated Rayelene Kellock of Calgary, Alberta, Canada by split decision.
   
   
9. Scott Clark of Calgary, Alberta, Canada defeated Nenad Grujic of Basel, Switzerland by Knockout at 1:42 of round 2 to capture the vacant IKF Amateur MuayThai Light Heavyweight World Title.
   
   

Congratulations to trainer Ajarn Mike Miles who's fighters filled the Canadian side of the card and won 7 of the 9 bouts. Also, a great job by Kru Simon Burgess who's two women fighters both took home victories. Overall this was a great night of kickboxing and Muay Thai action by all the fighters and a very professional job by the nights staff of officials.

Our hats go off to the great production of the Calgary Amateur Kickboxing & MuayThai Association (CAKMA). To CAKMA President Shelly Evans and her dynamic staff, we say "Thank You" for an exciting night of outstanding action!

Oh wait, we almost forgot. First of all it was great to see former 2 time IKF Champion Jason Jillian (Right, Among others of course) at the event. However, Jason made sure everyone remembered who he was on this night. At the return if the nights intermission Jason was introduced to the crowd and brought to the ring. When there, he called his girlfriend Kristi (So sorry if it's spelled differently -Cristie, e, ty, Kristy etc... but everyone should get the picture...) into the ring with him. Once there, you guessed it. Jason, as every true gentleman should, went to one knee and asked her to marry him... Which we're pretty sure she said "Yes" to but he forgot to put the mic to her for the answer. However, the answer seemed clear as he slid the ring on her finger. Congratulations you two!
Jason won his IKF Amateur Canadian Welterweight Title in Calgary, Alberta, Canada on June 14th, 1997 by unanimous decision over Dave Zuniga of Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada, 48-47, 48-47 49-46. He won his IKF Professional North American Super Welterweight title on April 7th, 2001 in Atlanta, Georgia, USA when he defeated James Cook of San Francisco, California, USA by unanimous decision, 49-46, 48-47 and 50-46. Jason informed us he is now officially retired after a career that saw him build a record of 29 wins, 8 loses, 1 draw with 14 wins coming by way of KO/TKO.

For further information regarding this event please contact Robin Finley ­ Media Relations, at (403) 816-7022 or by e-mail at robintf@telus.net
*We hope to add photos to this article later in the week.

SATURDAY, May 28th, 2005, AT 8:10 PM, PT

CLARK & GRUJIC
Ready For IKF Amateur World Title Bout At
Reserve Judgment

Last night the athletes involved in Reserve Judgment, presented by the Calgary Amateur Kickboxing and MuayThai Association, gathered for official weigh-ins and rules instruction. With the IKF Light Heavyweight World MuayThai Title belt on display, local media gathered as 9 Calgary athletes prepare to take on competition from around the world. The nights Main Event is the quest for the vacant IKF Amateur World Light Heavyweight Muay Thai Title. SCOTT "Pitbull" CLARK of Calgary, Alberta, Canada was pumped and ready to weigh-in with NENAD GRUJIC of Switzerland. Clark's last bout was on March 8th in which he won. Both appeared in great condition with quiet confidence and focus as they surveyed each other. Grujic's last bout was more recently, an April 30th encounter he also won. When the two took the scale the 5' 10", 27 year old Clark weighed in at 174 lbs. and Grujic at 182cm tall and 22 years old weighed in at 173.5 lbs.

EVERY fighter booked for this event showed up so for a look at the full nights fight card, scroll down below. For further information regarding this event, ticket information, press access or sponsorship opportunities please contact Robin Finley ­ Media Relations, at (403) 816-7022 or by e-mail at robintf@telus.net

MORE IKF NEWS OF 5-28-05

IKF Central East Regional
Looking To Break Records!

IKF Virginia, USA: As of May 27th at 7:30 PM the IKF Central East Regional is breaking the record set by last years IKF Central East Regional. IKF Regional Director Craig Smith and his promotional Team have just registered their 75th fighter which if it stands, would break last years record set in Virginia for an IKF Regional Event.

Adding to the success of this event is that this year the Regional will accept Amateur fighters in 3 IKF Rule styles instead of just the one (Full Contact) as was offered last year. This year the regional will accept fighters from Virginia, West Virginia, North Carolina, Maryland, Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware in Full Contact, International and Muay Thai rules.

With three weeks still left before fight time this mark should not only be broken, it should be shattered. "I have been contacted by three other teams whom have said they are promising at least 20 fighters." Said Smith. Although 75 fighters have registered, there are circumstances that could possibly change the outcome or number of fighters who actually show up to "Walk the Walk" on June 18th.

The only issue for Smith and his Team though are having received many Regional Registration forms that did not include the required registration fee as listed as a mandatory requirement for registration. Of course some say "The check is in the mail", still, without the required registration fees adds more paperwork for the organizers. If fees are not sent in or arrangements not made as required and stated clearly on the regional registration form - (Registration Forms "Without Fees" will be Disposed of) these fighters may not be participating. There are the possibilities of a Duty call from the Military, in the Virginia area which is not unheard of. There is also the injury factor, God forbid anyone getting hurt during training, but it does happen as we all know. This being said Smith and his associate promoters, Frank Cucci and Clark Walters, are still expecting a record turnout and more.

There is the possibility that this Regional will push the numbers to the Likes of The East Coast Classic, Currently the Largest Non National Championship event held in the Country. This would mean the East Coast Regional may surpass 100 registered or participating fighters.

EVENT OFFICIALS
This years referee for Full Contact will be Trey Wyatt out of North Carolina. With Trey's new surgery on his knees, this should be a different outcome for him as a judge. His movement around the ring will be much improved. IKF referee Fred Fitzgerald will be the Muay Thai and International Rules style referee along with many other IKF Judges such as Phil Maldonato out of New Jersey, Jack Dark and Willie Hunter Jr. out of Virginia Beach and Roger Dabney out of Richmond, Virginia. Martial arts legend Joe Lewis has even said he would lend a helping hand at this years IKF Central East Regional as a Judge. The Fight Doctors will be Dr. Green and Dr. Frodie, both are USA Boxing Doctors for the state of Virginia. The physicals will be done at weigh-ins.

LOCATION & TIMES
The event will be held at BlackHawk Martial Arts Center, (757-548-9550, 234 N. Battlefield Blvd in Chesapeake Virginia, 23320, on Saturday June 18th. The weigh-ins will be the night before starting at 5:PM until 10:PM at the same location. Late registers or weigh-ins need to be at the location by 8:AM that Saturday Morning. The fights will start Saturday morning, June 18th at 9:AM.

SPECTATOR INFO
There will be seating for only 350 which means both the daytime preliminary event and the night time finals event will more than likely be a sell out. Please contact one of these numbers for tickets (757) 491-1733, (757) 548-9550 or (757) 495-7070. If you are traveling from out of town and bringing spectators, please inform the event staff at weigh-ins as to how many spectators you are expecting and they will make arrangements to get them in the door. Tickets for the daytime event are $5.00 General and $10.00 Ringside. For the evening Finals, the General Admission will be $20.00 and Ringside $35.00.

Hotels info can be found at the IKF Central East Regional Page or by going to www.teamcopeland.com and click other info. Registration forms can be found by clicking HERE. or at www.teamcopeland.com or at www.craigsmithkarate.com - Please make checks or money orders to, Craig Smith and mail to, 1185 Broadlawn Road, Virginia Beach, VA, 23454 along with the mandatory "PRE-PAID" Regional registration fee of $35.00.

Mr. Smith (right) would like to add, "I want to thank my partners Clark Walters and Frank Cucci for all of their hard work so far getting this event ready. Most of all I would like to thank the people whom support me and my shows, I would not be able to do it with out you guys. Come Walk the Walk in Virginia with us all at this years IKF Central East Regional and prepare yourself for the 2005 IKF North American Classic to be held again this year in Orlando Florida, USA, August 19th, 20th & 21st."

THURSDAY, May 26th, 2005, AT 8:10 PM, PT

IKF ACTION This Weekend

Reserve Judgment
CANADA Vs The WORLD
Calgary, Alberta, Canada

IKF Calgary, Alberta, Canada: Fast paced Muay Thai and Kickboxing action returns to Calgary! The Calgary Amateur Kickboxing and Muay Thai Association (CAKMA) presents LOCAL amateur athletes trained by 3 time Professional World Champion Ajarn Mike Miles (Right) battling athletes from around the WORLD! The nights Main Event will feature the quest for the vacant IKF Amateur Muay Thai Rules Light Heavyweight World Title.

2004 IKF MTR North American Light Heavyweight Champion SCOTT "Pitbull" CLARK (Right, of Calgary, Alberta, Canada) will face off against NENAD GRUJIC (Left, of Basel, Switzerland). Grujic has a fight record of 13 wins with only 1 defeat. Six of his wins came by way of KO/TKO.

Clark has 21 wins to his credit with only 3 loses and 1 draw. 14 of those wins came by way of KO or TKO. At the 2004 IKF North American Tournament he first faced and defeated Freddie Espiricueta of Leander, Texas, USA by unanimous decision 30-25, 30-26 & 30-25. Later that same day he fought his second preliminary bout and defeated Christopher Thompson of Jacksonville, Arkansas, USA by TKO at 1:00 minute of round 2. In the final he faced David Denison of Santa Rosa, California, USA. In the end, he defeated Denison by KO at 1:18 of round 3 to win the IKF MTR Light Heavyweight North American Title.

Along with his IKF Title Clark also holds the WKA Amateur World Title that he won in October of last year in Calgary, Alberta, Canada when he defeated Angel Valerio by TKO in round 2.

Expect to see a war from two highly talented and aggressive athletes. Both athletes are highly motivated and both only know one direction... forward! IKF World President Steve Fossum will be on hand to award the World Title Belt to one of these athletes. Canada? Or Switzerland? Do not miss the action! IKF Referee Tim Yorke will handle the action in the ring.

The event will take place at the Sarcee Seven Chiefs Sportsplex, 3700 Anderson Road SW, Calgary (Tsuu T'ina Nation) Event doors will open at 5:30 PM with the fights beginning at 7:PM. Student Tickets (University, Mount Royal, SAIT with ID card) are only $18, General Tickets are $20 and can be purchased at National Kickboxing (DT) - Lower Level, 1210, 11th Ave SW, (403) 244-8424, National Kickboxing (NW) - #25, 7750 Ranchview Drive NW, (403) 208-1296 or at the Sportsplex Door on the Night of the Event. Sorry but the Ringside and VIP Tickets are Totally Sold Out!

This event is brought to you by the executive and membership of the Calgary Amateur Kickboxing and MuayThai Association (CAKMA) a registered not for profit association. For further information regarding this release, ticket information, press access or sponsorship opportunities please contact Robin Finley (Media Relations) at (403) 816-7022 or by e-mail at robintf@telus.net For more info, please contact Anjelica Hesse (403) 606-0622 or at ahesse@brownleelaw.com

The IKF will only be sanctioning the IKF Amateur World Title Bout. All of the amateur undercard bouts will be sanctioned by CMTC-A Canadian Muay Thai Council - Amateur. here is a rundown of the amateur undercard below

• SEMI MAIN EVENT, The Rematch: Women's Full Muay Thai, 5 rounds of 2 minutes
  RAYELENE "BB" KELLOCK (Calgary) vs. NATHALIE FUZ (USA)
  The rematch everyone has been waiting for. Full Muay Thai action from two of the world's premiere female Muay Thai athletes. Punches, kicks, elbows and knees will fly as each athlete shows their determination, desire and grit to walk away with the bragging rights in this match.
  
  
• Undercard International Prestige Muay Thai - 5 rounds of 2 minutes
  JESSE "Smiles" MILES (Calgary) vs. LUCAS McDEVITT (USA)
  Two athletes of similar stature will put on a knock down, drag 'em out performance. MILES is also a 2004 IKF MTR North American Middleweight Champion.
  
  
• North American Prestige Full Muay Thai - 5 rounds of 2 minutes
  PHIL "No Fear" LEIER (Calgary) vs. BRIAN ROBERTSON (USA)
  Full Muay Thai from two athletes who were originally matched up to fight in the USA when the event was cancelled. Here it is for Calgary's viewing pleasure!
  
  
• International Prestige Muay Thai - 5 rounds of 2 minutes
  JASON "The Surgeon" CUTBILL (Calgary) vs. ADRIAN BACHLER (Switzerland)
  Two very technical fighters. Expect to see a smart but action packed bout! CUTBILL is also a 2004 IKF MTR North American Super Middleweight Champion.
  
  
• North American Prestige Muay Thai - 3 rounds of 2 minutes
  DARREN SNELL (Calgary) vs. BRANDON GAY (USA)
  Action is spelled S-N-E-L-L! Gay has a reputation for going to war also. This bout could be a main event on any card! Snell is also a 2004 IKF IR North American Super Welterweight Champion.
  
  
• North American Women's Prestige Full Muay Thai - 3 rounds of 2 minutes
  MISTY SUTHERLAND (Calgary) vs. RIMA SIDHU (USA)
  These two athletes have been eyeing each other since the WKA North American Championships in New York in February of this year. Now they get the chance to do battle.
  
  
• North American Prestige Muay Thai - 3 rounds of 2 minutes
  BRYAN CAMPBELL (Calgary) vs. BEAU CORBBREY (USA)
  Power, strength, one gear forward... this is the best explanation of this upcoming war.
  
  
• Kickboxing Rules Match - 3 rounds of 2 minutes
  NATE SMANDYCH (Calgary) vs. FAWZ AMIN (Vancouver, B.C.)
  T.N.T.'s little brother wants to prove that he is dynamite as well. Amin says differently.
  
  

MORE IKF ACTION This Weekend

Valladerez & Ratcliff
Seek IKF Gold At LTD's
Fairfield Fight Fest

IKF Fairfield, California, USA
This Saturday night, May 28th, LTD Productions and Channel Lumber will present yet another exciting night of IKF Championship Kickboxing at the Allen Witt Sports Center, Fairfield, California, USA. The night will feature amateur kickboxing and boxing. Topping the night off will be a quest for a vacant IKF Amateur USA Title.

Andrew Valladerez of San Jose, California (8-0/1, Cung Le) will face Ryan Ratcliff of Vallajo, California (9-1, George Tsutsui) for the vacant IKF Amateur US Muay Thai Lightweight Title. Valladerez just won the IKF Amateur MTR California Lightweight Title on April 30th of this year when he defeated Vishnu Gulati of San Francisco, California, USA in an exciting match-up that went the distance with Valledarez taking the unanimous decision victory, 39-37, 40-36 & 40-36.

Here is the rest of the nights fight card as of press time below:

• Tim Norman (San Jose, California, Cung Le) Vs.Victor Sanchez (Vallajo, California, George Tsutsui)
  
  
• Victor Li (San Jose, California, Cung Le) Vs. Edgar Moore Jr. (Washington, USA)
  
  
• Jennifer Fowler (San Jose, California, Cung Le) Vs. Stacy Sneering (Plesanton, California, Cheeta)
  
  
• Duncan Dustin (San Jose, California, Cung Le) Vs. Jesus Sosa (Pleasenton, California, Cheeta)
  
  
• Raymon Doxie (Sacramento, California) Vs. Julian Bowers (Vallajo, California, George Tsutsui)
  
  
• Amateur San Shou: Sam Spangler (San Jose, California, Cung Le) Vs. Ernest Cortez (California, USA)
  
  

The event doors open at 6:PM with the first fight starting at 7:PM. Children Under 14 are only $10 and all Adult General Tickets are $25. Special VIP Seating is available at the door for $30.00. For more info please call Mr. Tim Stell at (707) 372-0882 or by e-mail at Bambamstell@aol.com

WEDNESDAY, May 25th, 2005, AT 8:50 PM, PT

2005 IKF
REGIONAL SEEDING
TOURNAMENTS

As of today there has only been 1 IKF Regional Seeding Tournament for the 2005 IKF North American Classic to be held again this year in Orlando Florida, USA. The dates for the event are August 19th, 20th & 21st. With the exception of the potential growth rate of the event we plan to have 70 Championship bouts at this years Championships.

As we have said in previous years, this event is not, and has never been promoted by just 1 individual. It's a complete TEAM EFFORT. Without regional directors/promoters hosting the various Regional Seeding Events, there would be no local links to many of you for this great event. Without their efforts, many of you might not have known about this tournament. So on behalf of us here at the IKF Headquarters we would like to acknowledge the great work of our Regional Directors. Without their great work, there wouldn't be an IKF Amateur Kickboxing Championship Tournament!

If your State was not listed in any of the Regionals above, you can register for the
2005 IKF
North American Classic
By Clicking
HERE

TUESDAY, May 24th, 2005, AT 5:30 PM, PT

Glove Sizes
At This Years
IKF North American Classic

Last Wednesday, May 18th, we announced that all Amateur fighters at this years 2005 IKF North American Classic will be wearing 10 ounce gloves. This decision was made to lessen the confusion at the glove table during the tournament. However, what we failed to address was the issue of Safety. After discussing with a lot of you on the IKF Team about the Safety issue (Of the larger fighters wearing 10 ounce gloves in the Tournament) over the last few days, we have re-adjusted yet again.

We have made the decision to follow the Amateur requirements set forward by USA Boxing. These standards are that all fighters below 165 lbs. shall wear 10 ounce Gloves. All fighters 165.1 lbs. and above shall wear 12 ounce Gloves. We here at the IKF thank all of you for your input in regards to this issue.

See you at THE SHOW in Orlando!
To view all weight divisions along with all Glove Sizes, CLICK HERE!

IKF WEEKEND RESULTS

QUICK RESULTS FROM
MIDWEST FIGHT FEST
Kansas City, Missouri, USA

1. ISCF MMA
   Justin Heckler of Kansas City, Missouri, USA defeated Chris Cunningham of St. Louis, Missouri, USA by Unanimous Decision.
2. IKF FCR Kickboxing: Cade Woodall of Kansas City, Missouri, USA defeated Adam Meyer of Kansas City, North Missouri, USA by KO at 1:23 of the 2nd Rd.
   
   
3. ISCF MMA
   Seben Costner of Overland Park, Kansas defeated Joshua Martin of St. Louis, Missouri, USA by Majority Decision.
4. IKF FCR Kickboxing: Chris Sublette of Smithville, Missouri, USA defeated Nathan Dewater of Gladstone, Missouri, USA by Unanimous Decision.
   
   
5. ISCF MMA
   Grant Hartwig of Overland Park, Kansas, USA defeated Alex Carter of parts unknown by Tap Out at 2:09 of the 1st Round.
   
   
6. IKF Muay Thai: Rodger Jackson of Overland Park, Kansas, USA won by forfeit over Mark Donohue of Liberty, Missouri, USA when Donohue was a "NO SHOW" for the event.
   
   
7. ISCF MMA
   John Cornett defeated Daniel Lowe by TKO at 1:51 of round 1.
   
   
8. IKF FCR Kickboxing: Benjamin Nogueras of Kansas City, Missouri, USA defeated Brad James of Little Rock, Arkansas, USA by Split Decision.
9. ISCF MMA
   Bobby Voelker of Overland Park, Kansas, USA defeated Josh Johnson of Kansas City, Missouri, USA by Tap Out at :52 seconds of round one.
   
   

For more info on this event please call Mr. Jesse Finney at (314) 608-3104 or by e-mail at jesse@finneyskickboxing.com or see their website at www.FinneysKickboxing.com or contact Mr. Patrick Harrington of the Blue Corner Group at pharrington@thebluecorner.com or Mr. Benjamin Nogueras at bnogueras@thebluecorner.com or go to www.thebluecorner.com

YOUR THOUGHTS?

Pro Full Contact Rules
Foot Pads & Kick Counting

With the use of the Message Board we can attain the many opinions of others here. Thanks to Jason (fight geek), (His user name on the board) we have a good topic to discuss this week. Jason asked a question about Foot Pads in "PRO" Full Contact Rules. From his starting post, we have added a couple more questions to ponder in regards to his topic. In general, they all center around rule changes for Full Contact Style. Together, all these questions are as follows:

1. Should Foot Pads be mandatory in Amateur Full Contact Rules Bouts?
2. Should Foot Pads be mandatory in Pro Full Contact Rules Bouts?
3. Should Kick Counting be mandatory in Amateur Full Contact Rules Bouts?
4. Should Kick Counting be mandatory in Pro Full Contact Rules Bouts?

There you have them. Your topics for the week to address. To go right to this thread CLICK HERE!

SUNDAY, May 22nd, 2005, AT 12:55 AM, PT

May-Hem IV
ROCKS!
Greenville, South Carolina, USA

Tonight we saw some outstanding amateur talent and we hope to see them all at this years 2005 IKF North American Classic in August in Orlando Florida battling it out again! As for the professional fights, what else can be said but WOW! Who doesn't like great Professional fights?!

Great job by everyone and especially Team Thompson! Sorry if we missed anyone, but it's a little late at night... Or that is... Morning. We look forward to the next card this fall. For more event info please scroll down to the articles below or contact Upstate Karate, Inc at (864) 967-3930 or check out their website at www.upstatekarate.com

THURSDAY, May 19th, 2005, AT 2:55 PM, PT

IKF ACTION This Weekend

MIDWEST
FIGHT FEST
Kansas City, Missouri, USA

IKF/ISCF Missouri, USA: This Saturday night, May 21st, IKF Promoter Jesse Finney and his Shamrock Promotions will be teaming up with The Blue Corner Promotions to host "MIDWEST FIGHT FEST". The event will take place at the Clarion Hotel located next to Arrowhead Stadium at 9103 E. 39th Street, Kansas City, Missouri. The event will feature IKF Amateur Kickboxing, ISCF Amateur Mixed Martial Arts and Amateur Boxing.

Fighters on the event will include Benjamin Nogueras, Bobby Volker, Seben Costners, and Roger Jackson. A complete card will be posted later today.

The event doors open at 6:PM and the action begins at 7:30 PM. For more info on this event please call Mr. Jesse Finney at (314) 608-3104 or by e-mail at jesse@finneyskickboxing.com or see their website at www.FinneysKickboxing.com or contact Mr. Patrick Harrington of the Blue Corner Group at pharrington@thebluecorner.com or Mr. Benjamin Nogueras at bnogueras@thebluecorner.com or go to www.thebluecorner.com

MORE IKF ACTION This Weekend!

"Martial Arts May-Hem IV"
Greenville, South Carolina, USA

IKF South Carolina, USA
This Saturday night, May 21st, IKF Promoter Ray Thompson (Right) and his Upstate Karate & IronSpirit Promotions will Present "Martial Arts May-Hem IV" The event will take place at the Palmetto Expo Center in Greenville, South Carolina USA. This event will have a STELLER Kickboxing line up that will include the following bouts:

• IKF PRO FCR
  Peyton "The Artist" vs Jason Miller
  
  
• IKF PRO FCR
  Raoul "Axeman" Doucet vs Dan "Son of a Preacher Man" Erickson
  
  
• IKF PRO FCR
  Stephen "Wonderboy" Thompson vs Kadir
  
  
• IKF AMATEUR FCR
  Brendan "Cash Money" Carpenter vs Justin Steckler
  
  
• IKF AMATEUR FCR
  Lori "Lil Bit" Burney vs Cara "The Terror" Dickerson
  
  
• IKF AMATEUR FCR
  Becki "Bam Bam" Halloran vs Katie Davis
  
  
• IKF AMATEUR FCR
  Keith Kloiber Vs Phillip Freeman
  
  
• IKF AMATEUR FCR
  "Lightning" John Greubel Vs Shawn Giles
  
  
• IKF AMATEUR FCR
  Dallas "Wild Thang" Crowe Vs Bobby Smith
  
  

If you are staying overnight in Greenville for the event the Event Hotel is the La Quinta at 31 Old Country Rd. Greenville, SC, 29607. The Phone: number there is (864) 297-3500. When making reservations use the code KICKBX. Rooms are $45 for doubles and $50 for a King. For more event info scroll down to the articles below or contact Upstate Karate, Inc at (864) 967-3930 or check out their website at www.upstatekarate.com

MORE IKF ACTION This Weekend!

IKF
ENGLAND

IKF England: This Sunday night, May 22nd IKF Promoters Bern & Gary Giam will Presents IKF Championship Kickboxing II at the Aintree Racecourse, Exhibition Suite, Ormskirk Road in Aintree England. The event will feature 3 IKF England Amateur Titles. title info was not available as of press time. For Ticket Info Please Call 0151 524 9168.

MORE NEWS OF 5-19-05

Results From
"The Standoff I"
By IKF Event representative Pete Peterson

IKF Joliet Illinois, USA
For the past 5 years, we have seen HCX fighters "Walk the Walk" all over the Midwest. Saturday, May 14th, not only did they "Walk the Walk" but HCX Mixed Martial Arts Trainers, Master Ron Hill, Master James Hill, and Sensei Brian Thompson made their promoter debut.

"Stand Off 1" took place at the Joliet Park District in Joliet, Illinois, marking the first time for a combative sporting event in Joliet. The nearly sold out crowd was treated to all 3 rule divisions; FCR, IR, and MTR, plus submission wrestling and an awesome San Shou demonstration by Masters Ron and James Hill. Wait… There's more. Not only is James Hill an incredible fighter, but his voice is incredible too as he opened the show with The National Anthem.

Due to an entire team pulling out and a couple of "No Shows", Tashi (Ron Hill) had to scramble to fill the card and with the help of Team Toro (Richardo Perez), he did just that and did a fantastic job. Stand Off 1 presented 5 IKF sanctioned kickboxing bouts and 4 submission matches. The results are as follows:

• IKF Kickboxing
  1. Junior "Exhibition" Boys International Rules
     This proved to be a "David & Goliath" match with history repeating itself pitting David Campos (HCX Mixed Martial Arts, Joliet IL) against Anthony Fearn (HCX Mixed Martial Arts, Joliet IL). Great work guys!
     
     
  2. Full Contact Rules Mens Light Middleweight
     This was the only kickboxing bout that went the distance. Josh Sarver (Jim Greenwoods Karate USA, Flora IL) defeated Jason Nehls (Romb's Martial Arts, Chicago IL) by an unanimous decision 29-28 on all score cards. Both men came prepared.
     • Round 1 showed pretty even action right down to each fighter's bloody nose.
     • Round 2 proved to be a slugfest with pretty even exchanges.
     • Round 3 secured the win for Sarver as he flurried frequently, landing several punches.
       
       
  3. Full Contact Rules Mens Middleweight
     Once we got the proper and mandatory safety gear on Dan Masella (Disciples of Dragonstyle Defense, Naperville, IL) he came out with all guns firing. Masella's power proved to be too much for Norm "The Storm" Gruenewald (Jim Greenwood's Karate, Flora, IL). Gruenewald had no more then recovered from the standing 8 count from IKF referee Dave Rogers when Masella came after him again firing shots. Masella dropped Gruenewald to win by KO at 1:37 of Round 1.
     
     
  4. Muay Thai Rules- Mens Light Middleweight
     Derrick Gildon (HCX Mixed Martial Arts, Joliet, IL) and Edward Erickson (MHP Gym, Iron Mountain, MI) came out banging in the first Muay Thai fight of the night. Erickson's reach was substantial and he used it. During round 2, Erickson landed several thunderous roundkicks to the left thigh of Gildon. At 1:25 of round 2, Gildon's leg had had enough. This fight went to Erickson by TKO.
     
     
  5. Muay Thai Rules- Mens Super Welterweight
     The nights main event was between local up and coming super star Eddie Ray Cox (HCX Mixed Martial Arts, Joliet, IL) and Arturas "The Sniper" Barkauskas (Team Toro, Hinsdale, IL).
     • In round 1, Cox came out giving the crowd just what they expected with aggressive, hard hitting action. Barkauskas' experience allowed him to weather the storm and Round One ended with Cox ahead on all scorecards.
     • With a traditional Muay Thai stance, Barkauskas executed very clean, polished body mechanics and half way through Round Two, Barkauskas came alive to unload a barrage of hard straight punches stunning Cox. Barkauskus won by TKO at 1:46 of Round 2.
       
       
• Submission Bouts
  1. Bill Novak (Gilbert Grappling, Mokena, IL) defeated Adam Lynn (HCX Mixed Martial Arts, Joliet, IL) by a score of 1-0. Novak controlled Lynn early and would not allow him to advance position.
     
     
  2. Andrej "Anaconda" Cernicenko (Team Toro, Hinsdale, IL) defeated Andy Uhlenkamp (Team RoundKick, Carroll, IA) by submission. This was probably the "quickest" fight of the night as Cernicenko caught Uhlenkamp in an arm bar just 37 seconds into the match.
     
     
  3. Trirata "Chai" Earmsmuth (Active Edge, Lansing, IL) and Mike Getto (Midwest Judo and Jiu-Jitsu) fought to a draw with the score 2-2. This match went to a 2nd round after an even 1st round. Neither fighter was able to advance position, resulting in a draw.
     
     
  4. Bout 4 was a "Gi" match. Sean Burke (Force Jiu-Jitsu, Hinsdale IL) submitted Stan Hong (HCX Mixed Martial Arts, Joliet IL) by a collar choke at 5:20 of Round 1.
     
     

For more information, contact Master "Tashi" Ron Hill of HCX Mixed Martial Arts in Joliet, Illinois at (815) 557-8155 or by email at mastertashi7@yahoo.com or go to www.sgcombatclub.com or go to www.hcextreme.com

MORE NEWS OF 5-19-05

K-1 USA Press Release
From Scott Coker - K-1 USA

Dear fellow members of the martial arts community:
During the last several weeks, there has been a great deal of speculation and discussion concerning the possible involvement of the K-1 organization in a martial arts fighting event that is scheduled to take place at Calgary, Alberta, Canada's Max Bell Center on Saturday, June 4th. I am writing to resolve any confusion pertaining to this matter. Neither K-1 nor any member of its organization is involved, in any capacity, with the promotion of this event. The event is being promoted by Mr. Keith Crawford (Right) in conjunction with the "Heavyweight Gladiators" professional kickboxing series based in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.

On behalf of the entire K-1 organization, I would like to wish Mr. Crawford and his colleagues the best of luck with their event on June 4th. Mr. Crawford has been an exceptional promoter and contributor to the sport of martial arts fighting for quite some time and we hope he will continue to be so.
Sincerely,
Scott Coker
K-1 USA

MORE NEWS OF 5-19-05

Rijker to Meet Martin In
"Million Dollar Lady"

LOS ANGELES, USA: Better late than never. That's what boxing observes are saying after it was announced that *Lucia Rijker will meet Christy Martin in a boxing match July 30th at the Mandalay Bay Resort & Casino in Las Vegas, Nevada, USA. In what is being billed as the "Million Dollar Lady," each fighter will receive a guaranteed $250,000. The winner then will get an additional $750,000 bonus, making this the first $1 million payday in women's boxing history.

"It's a miracle but (promoter) Bob Arum deserves all the credit," Brian Young of Prize Fight Promotions was quoted as saying in an Internet report. "Bob did a spectacular job of putting the fight together. It's almost a miracle after all of these years that the fight can be made." Young explained that Top Rank will promote the bout with Prize Fight helping with event coordination. Reports indicate the contractual weight will be at 142 pounds "plus or minus a pound."

(*) Lucia Rijker now lives in Van Nuys, California, USA but comes from Amsterdam, Holland. She has been called the "World's most dangerous female fighter" on a pound-for-pound basis as well as "The Most Dangerous Woman in the World," along with other nicknames such as the "Queen of Lightning," "Lady Ali," and "The Dutch Destroyer." Born in Amsterdam on December 7, 1967, Rijker began training in judo at the age of six. Although some may not know it due to her popularity in Boxing, Rijker started out in kickboxing. She began kickboxing at age fifteen, studying in the gym of Johan Vos, one of the most respected training facilities in Holland and training primarily with male kickboxing, boxing and judo champions. She burst into prominence in the kickboxing world in her sixth match on January 15, 1984 ... disabling veteran American champion Lilly Rodriguez (sister of then world champion kickboxer Benny "The Jet" Urquidez) just 30 seconds into a scheduled five-round fight with powerful kicks to the legs.

Rijker gained an international reputation as a kickboxer, fighting in Europe and Japan. She defeated then-world title holder Cheryl Wheeler of the USA by decision in Amsterdam on October 6 1985 (and is considered responsible for helping to persuade Cheryl to retire, by breaking her nose in that fight!) She also defeated French champion Nancy Joseph in three rounds, Master Toddy's British star Ann Holmes in 30 seconds in Amsterdam on April 26, 1986, and the skilled French kickboxer Danielle Rocard in just 15 seconds in Arnhem on February 14, 1988.

Bonnie Canino lasted a full seven rounds against Lucia in a clinch-filled affair but lost the decision, while Valerie Henin was dispatched by her in four rounds in Amsterdam on November 8, 1987 (though not without a struggle). Lucia eventually amassed a 36-0 (25 KO) record as a kickboxer, and won four different world titles.

On March 21st, 1996 in Los Angeles, California, USA Rijker entered the world of professional boxing as she faced and defeated Melinda Robinson by Knockout in the first round. Rijker's last professional boxing bout was on May 2nd, 2004 against 2000 IKF/RINGSIDE USA National Amateur Champion Deborah "Sunshine" Fettkether at the Amsterdam Arena in Amsterdam, NH, Netherlands. Rijker won a 10 round unanimous decision and her 17th straight professional boxing win, 14 of them coming by KO or TKO.

In 2004 Rijker had the chance of working together with Clint Eastwood, Hilary Swank and Morgan Freeman in the movie Million Dollar Baby. The shooting for Lucia's part in the movie took only 2 weeks, and the end result was the one and only 'Billie the Blue Bear'. But Lucia didn't only act in Million Dollar Baby, she also trained Actress Hilary Swank (Who played Maggie Fitzgerald in the movie) in boxing. For more about Lucia Rijker go to her website at www.luciarijker.net

WEDNESDAY, May 18th, 2005, AT 6:25 PM, PT

TUESDAY, May 17th, 2005, AT 7:10 PM, PT

Results From
Generation Next
By IKF Representative Scott Fischer.

IKF Loves Park, Illinois, USA
This last Saturday night, May 14th IKF Promoter Craig Monyelle and his Thunder & Lightning Stateline Kickboxing Promotion Team along with Finnegans' RV Center Inc. - www.finnrv.com hosted Generation Next at the Forest Hills Lodge in Loves Park, Illinois, USA. The event marked the official retirement for IKF National Champion Craig Monyelle. Also on the Same night, Austin Bateman made his refereeing debut as he refereed a 3 round junior exhibition bout. Congratulations to Austin on a job well done!

Although there were only 5 scored/counted bouts, the night had plenty of action. The many exhibitions were due to fighters not making the required weight spreads for their weight divisions or more than a 2 year age gap between the Junior Division fighters.
The results of the evening are as follows…

1. Two Round Junior EXHIBITION Bout
   Cody Monyelle (S. Beloit, Member of Team Thump) and Dragon Glavas (Robbins, IL.)
   
   
2. Two Round Adult EXHIBITION Bout
   Bud Baumgarten (S. Beloit, IL Member of team Thump) and Gabriel Page (S. Beloit, IL. Member of Team Thump)
   
   
3. Two Round Junior EXHIBITION Bout
   Devin Smith and John Merow
   
   
4. Two Round Junior EXHIBITION Bout
   Cameron Monyelle (S. Beloit, IL. Member of team Thump) and Jackson Aren (Seong Haes Martial Arts and trained by IKF World Champion Tommy Bach)
   
   
5. Three Round Adult Bout
   Nate Mohr (Waterloo, Iowa & trained by Russ O'Connell) defeated Alex Delafuente (S. Beloit, IL. Member of Team Thump) by TKO at one second into the third round when Referee Al Wichgers stopped the fight when Fighter Alex Delafuente could not answer the bell.
   
   
6. Two Round Adult Heavyweight Bout
   Steve Fridh (S. Beloit, IL. Member of Team Thump) defeated Edward Cooper (Chicago, IL and a member of Iron Fist Kickboxing) by Unanimous decision.
   
   
7. Two Round Junior Super Middleweight EXHIBITION Bout
   Justin Wood (Rockford, IL) And Spencer Gann (Dunkerton, Iowa)
   
   
8. Two Round Adult Lightweight Bout
   Davinia Small (Chicago, IL and a Member of Iron Fist Kickboxing) defeated Lisa Wells (S. Beloit, IL. Member of Team Thump) by Majority Decision.
   
   
9. Two Round Junior EXHIBITION Bout
   Rose Poli (S. Beloit, IL Member of Team Thump) And Christine Mick (Fairfield, IL.)
   
   
10. Two Round Junior Atomweight EXHIBITION Bout
    Eric Whaples (Sugar Grove, IL) And Alex Portocarrero ( Buffalo Grove, IL and Trained by IKF World Champion Tommy Bach)
    
    
11. Three Round Adult Cruiserweight Bout
    Glen Homac (Thunderbay, Ontario, trained by Mitz Bandiera) defeated Rey Duran (S. Beloit, IL. Member of Team Thump) by KO at 1:38 in the third round after a count of ten by Referee Al Wichers.
    
    
12. Three Round Adult Super Welterweight Bout
    Aaron Rodriguez (Rockford, IL. Member of NO-Joke Martial Arts. Trained by National Champion Rich Whitenack) defeated Floyd Hodges (Jainsville, WI) by KO at 1:59 in the 2nd Round by Referee Al Wichers.
    
    
13. Three Round Junior EXHIBITION Bout
    Chad Monyelle (S. Beloit, IL. Member of Team Thump) And Jordan Allen (Thunderbay, Ontario, Trained by Mitz Bandiera)
    
    

EXHIBITION There are NO WINNERS or LOSERS in an Exhibition bout.

For more info please contact Mr. Craig Monyelle at (815) 389-8501 or at teamthump@yahoo.com or go to www.nationaltkdkb.com

MONDAY, May 16th, 2005, AT 10:20 PM, PT

2005 Martial Arts May-Hem
"A Night of Kickboxing"

BELOW POSTED AT 11:50 AM, PT

MORE NEWS OF 5-16-05

IKF Titles
For Non Ranked
IKF Fighters?

As many here know we receive well over 100 e-mail a day from around the world. This does not include the usual spam and junk mail we receive. Within these 100 plus e-mails we often receive some from promoters around the world asking the this question, "Would it be possible for a fighter from another organization who is not ranked in the IKF Rankings to fight on an IKF event or for an IKF title?"

Some of these promoters have told us the stories about what other sanctioning bodies have told them to keep them away from the IKF, such as
"You can't fight for the IKF unless you are in their rankings."
Or...
"To fight for the IKF you need to join their rankings which is about $500.00."
That's funny... It's only $25 for a "Lifetime" membership and it has been this way since we started accepted open registration for the rankings about 8 years ago. To see our fighter registration forms, Click HERE.
HOWEVER, you DO NOT have to be in the IKF Rankings just to fight on an IKF Sanctioned event or to even get an IKF Title shot.

Despite what some other sanctioning bodies have been telling people with these questions, the answer is "YES, you can fight on an IKF Sanctioned event as well as for an IKF Title even if you are not in the IKF Rankings."

Why? How? Well lets be honest here everyone. Despite our work to rank as many fighters as possible, we all can agree that not every kickboxer in the world is in the IKF Rankings. So, when we have someone inquire about a title shot, of course, the first thing we do is look to the IKF Rankings. If we find a credible contender in the top of the rankings of the division the title is in, we do our best to book them for the shot. However, what has happened before is that no one in the top 3-5 and sometimes, even in the top 10, want to fight the fighter we put forward as challenging for the title. This forces us to seek out another contender, which in time we or even the Promoter will end up finding. This is because we want an IKF Title to be fought for by the "BEST" contenders possible in the region that the title includes.

So if you are a trainer somewhere around the world, and you have a fighter who has won a title(s) in other organizations, but is not in the IKF Rankings, let us know who you are. If you are a promoter who wants a certain fighter, who is not in the IKF Rankings, to fight for an IKF Title on your event, let us know about him/her. Send in a bio via e-mail or simply register him or her into the rankings by clicking HERE. By event time, those title contenders who may not have been the rankings will surly be in there by event time after we have been informed of them.

Such was the case when we started to look for a top contender to face IKF North American Amateur Light Heavyweight Muay Thai Champion Scott Clark (See article below) of Alberta, Canada. Clark was the number 1 ranked fighter in the Light Heavyweight division. However, his training partner Jesse Miles had just moved up in weight after winning the IKF North American Amateur title in the Middleweight division last year. Due to Miles record (9-1-1/5) and proven ability, he quickly became the number 2 ranked fighter in the Light Heavyweight division and the rankings looked as so:

1. Scott Clark, Calgary, Alberta, Canada, 21-3-1/14
2. Jesse Miles, Calgary, Alberta, Canada, 9-1-1/5
3. Brandon Banda, Concord, California, USA, 7-0-1/1
4. Terence Connor, New York, New York, USA, 3-0/1
5. Spenser Buhler, Nampa, Idaho, USA, 3-1/3

MORE NEWS OF 5-16-05

Clark Meets Grujic
For IKF Amateur Muay Thai Title On
RESERVE JUDGMENT - ONLY 12 DAYS AWAY!

Clark won his IKF Title after making his way through 3 contenders at the 2004 IKF/TKO North American Classic in Orlando Florida last August. In the opening round he defeated Freddie Espiricueta of Leander, Texas, USA by unanimous decision 30-25, 30-26 & 30-25. Later that same day he met and defeated Christopher Thompson of Jacksonville, Arkansas, USA by TKO at 1:00 minute of round 2. The following day in the Final he defeated David Denison of Santa Rosa, California, USA, by KO at 1:18 of round 3.

The IKF Representative for this bout will be IKF President Steve Fossum and the bout Referee will be Mr. Tim Yorke. For more info you may contact Anjelica Hesse at (403) 606-0622 or at ahesse@brownleelaw.com The event doors open at 5:30 and the fights will begin at 7:00. The promoter of the event is the Calgary Amateur Kickboxing and Muay Thai Association (CAKMA - Promoters, not a sanctioning body) and will feature local amateur athletes trained by 3 time Professional World Champion Ajarn Mike Miles battling athletes from around the WORLD! Along with the 1 IKF Sanctioned Amateur World Title bout the night will feature a full supporting undercard sanctioned by the CMTC-A - Canadian Muay Thai Council - Amateur.
Those bouts are as follows:

1. Women's Full Muay Thai, 5 rounds of 2 minutes
   Rayelene "BB" Kellock (Calgary) Vs. Nathalie Fuz (USA) .
   
   
2. Undercard International Prestige Muay Thai, 5 Rounds Of 2 Minutes
   Jesse "Smiles" Miles (Calgary) Vs. Adrian Bachler (Switzerland).
   
   
3. North American Prestige Full Muay Thai, 5 Rounds Of 2 Minutes
   Phil "No Fear" Leier (Calgary) Vs. Brian Robertson (USA).
   
   
4. International Prestige Muay Thai - 5 Rounds Of 2 Minutes
   Jason "The Surgeon" Cutbill (Calgary) Vs. Nizar Adolski (Iraq).
   
   
5. North American Prestige Muay Thai - 3 Rounds Of 2 Minutes
   Darren Snell (Calgary) Vs. Brandon Gay (USA).
   
   
6. North American Women's Prestige Full Muay Thai - 3 Rounds Of 2 Minutes
   Misty Sutherland (Calgary) Vs. Rima Sidhu (USA).
   
   
7. North American Prestige Muay Thai - 3 Rounds Of 2 Minutes
   Bryan Campbell (Calgary) Vs. Beau Corbbrey (USA).
   
   
8. Kickboxing Rules Match - 3 Rounds Of 2 Minutes
   Nate Smandych (Calgary) Vs. Fawz Amin (Vancouver, B.C.).
   
   

This event is brought to you by the executive and membership of the Calgary Amateur Kickboxing and MuayThai Association (CAKMA) a registered not for profit association. For further information regarding this release, ticket information, press access or sponsorship opportunities please contact Robin Finley, Media Relations, Phone: (403) 816-7022, Email: robintf@telus.net

• TICKETS:
  • Student (University, Mount Royal, SAIT with ID card) $18
  • General $20
  • Ringside $50
  • VIP $150
    
    
• TICKETS AVAILABLE AT:
  • National Kickboxing (DT) - Lower Level, 1210 - 11th Ave SW / Ph: 244-8424
  • National Kickboxing (NW) - #25, 7750 Ranchview Drive NW / Ph: 208-1296
  • At the Sportsplex Door on the Night of the Event - Ph: 281-4833

FRIDAY, May 13th, 2005, AT 12:25 PM, PT

Is There A Future World Champion
Making His Debut On
"The Standoff I?"

Special To IKF - Joliet, Illinois, USA
This weekend will mark the debut of Eddie Ray Cox. Eddie is entering the ring with a dream on his mind. That dream is to one day become a professional champion, competing on an international level. This Scrappy 18 year old is coming from meger beginnings and planning on skyrocketing to the top of his category.

Last year while attending Joliet Central high school, Eddie met Master "Tashi" Ron Hill of HCX Mixed Martial Arts during his power lifting class. Tashi noticed that this kid looked pretty scrappy and that he took his working out seriously. Eddie was approached by Tashi and given a free scholarship so that he could realize his new found dream…. Becoming a Muay Thai Warrior.

The time has finally come, after a year and a half Eddie will be making his Muay Thai debut against another warrior by the name of Arthur "The Sniper" Barkauskas. While Arthur has more ring experience than Eddie, Eddie has expressed that no matter what happens, this will just add to his experience and send him on his way to becoming a Muay Thai Champion. He has said that nothing would give him more pleasure than being able to support his family through professional fighting. Look out for this kid because he is coming with a purpose.

The event doors for The Standoff I will open at 6:30 pm and the show will begin at 7:30 pm. General Admission seating is $20, Floor Seats $30, and tables (up to 8 people) $250. Venue Location: Joliet Park District (Multi-purpose Center) 3000 W. Jefferson St., Joliet, Illinois, 60435. For more information please contact Mr. Brian Thompson at (815) 557-1734 or bthompson@productionality.com or visit www.sgcombatclub.com

MORE NEWS OF 5-12-05

Christopher Terry
Reflections Of What Could Have Been...
Speak Volumes Of All Who Have Past This Way

Recently IKF Professional fighter Christopher Terry of Phoenix, Arizona officially announced his retirement from fighting. In his e-mail to us he thought he had not really accomplished anything in the world of kickboxing and people may really care less that he has retired. Well... Maybe in other circles or other organizations Chris, but not here at the IKF.

In fact, Chris' words to us are really the words of hundreds of kickboxers who's lives take them down various paths and at some point, have to say good bye to a sport they love. Those who debut in this sport such as Eddie Ray Cox above, have the same expectations as Chris did when he made his debut in the sport. All have high hopes and dreams of becoming a kickboxing champion someday. Some will fulfill their dreams while others of course, never reach them and eventually have to hang up the gloves and move on with other journey's of their lives. Such was the case with Chris, but as you will see below, it reads best in his own words and just so you know Chris, your words speak for hundreds who have past through this great sport.

Of course Chris wished he could have fought more and been amongst the names of the ones who did capture their quest for glory. However, like many in the sport, he never got that call to compete against some of his peers he felt were at the top or more success than him. Now kickboxing will have to remain a dream for him. An unfulfilled dream to him of what could have been and he has come to closure with this, knowing that he will now have to live with these regrets.

In his letter, he made a point that he wanted to publicly apologize to his trainer/manager and good friend Clement Vierra. (Left). "I thank you Chief for all you have done although I may have shown some disrespect at the end there, please believe me it wasn't intended. I have always respected you as a trainer and a friend. I always looked up to you and still do. I hope that we can put this behind us and continue to be friends and be as close as we were in the past."

Chris continued, "I would also like to thank Rick Roufus for allowing me to train at his gym. It is an awesome gym with great people. It was an honor to train there. I enjoyed fighting for the IKF and one of my best memories is of the 2001 nationals in Kansas City. The feeling I felt being at that tournament, I had never been in a room filled with so many fighters. I had a great time being with friends and other people who love the sport as much as I do. A piece of me will die, a piece of me will go on, and a piece of me will be back. I'm looking forward to giving back to the sport I love someday. Thank you."

Chris retired as the number 6 IKF world ranked Pro International Rules fighter in the Light Heavyweight division. As an amateur Chris had a great career with 9 wins and only 3 loses with 7 of those wins coming by KO/TKO. At the 2001 IKF Nationals in Kansas City, Kansas, he lost to eventual National Champion Danny Griffin of Lake in the Hills, Illinois by unanimous decision. At the 2002 IKF Nationals in Davenport, Iowa, he was forced to fight out of his normal rule style of International rules due to no other contenders in his division. Still, so he could fight at the event he entered the Full Contact Rule style division. There he was again matched up with the best in the division as he lost his opening round bout to yet another eventual champion Kevin Engel l by TKO at 1:34 of round 1.

After the 2002 Nationals he fought again on November 5th. He was the nights Main event facing a fighter named Rick Tybor. Chris had a lot on his mind going into the fight. First he lost his Mother the day before the fight and he was fighting back from two losses. However on this night he won big. He scored a 1st round Knock Out over Tybor in :55 seconds of the first round! Terry said after the bout, "This Fight was for my Mom, I Love You Mom."

On January 28th, 2003 at the Rodeo Nights Night Club in Phoenix, Arizona, USA supported by a big fan following, Chris made his Professional Kickboxing debut. He fought a fighter named Marcel Godfrey. Chris was really pumped up for the fight since it was his Pro debut and he was coming off the big Knockout win over Tybor. In round 3 of the bout with Godfrey, Chris came out all business, landing hard kicks to Godfrey's leg's and side kicks to the body. Then it happened... Chris landed his right hand and Godfrey went down! Although Godfrey got up, Chris rushed him again and landed a jab then a right and it was over!!! Godfrey went down and Out!!! AND WE MEAN OUT!!! Godfrey was OUT on the canvas for 10 minutes. When he came to, the ringside doctors checked him over and he stood up on his own. it was a big win for what Chris thought was the start of an excellent Professional career. So big that the win earned him a quick nickname... "2Quick" Christopher Terry.

Following his big pro debut win Chris was offered a shot at the vacant IKF Arizona State title on August 3rd, 2004. However he was defeated by Oscar Montano (Surprise, Arizona, USA, PK" 5-0/3, AK: 9-5/4) by TKO in round 3. This was Chris' last fight...

The paths Chris' life took after this bout changed his future. As he said in his own words, "Life has taken me down a road where kickboxing will have to remain a dream, an unfulfilled dream. I will have to live with these regrets." If only Chris knew that he was not alone with his thoughts. That his words are the words of hundreds of former fighters who shared the same dream as he, it's just that he has made them public. We will miss you Chris, and we wish you luck in the future paths of your life.
If you wish to say hello to Chris, his e-mail address is crizo9@msn.com

THURSDAY, May 12th, 2005, AT 8:45 PM, PT

IKF
South East Regional

MORE NEWS OF 5-12-05

IKF
North Central MTR/IR Regional

IKF Promoter Ryan Blackorby will once again be the Regional Director for the North Central USA Region for Muay Thai and International Rules fighters. Blackorby will host the 2005 IKF North Central USA Region for Muay Thai and International Rules at the Riverplex in Peoria, Illinois, USA.

The Regional will be the seeding Tournament for Muay Thai and International Rules fighters from Illinois, Minnesota, Wisconsin, Iowa, Michigan, Indiana and Northern Missouri - Above St. Louis.

Mr. Blackorby wanted to announce to those making travel plans to attend the event that the host hotel is the Kings Inn (309-688-7000). When booking the event please ask for the Kickboxing rate. Also keep in mind that due to a major event in the city on this same weekend there are no rooms available at any of the surrounding hotels. Mr. Blackorby has reserved a 40 room block for the event for participants to book.

Some of the finals bouts will be featured on a special night time event along with two PRO Muay Thai Super Bouts. In the Super Welterweight Pro Muay Thai division, Jeramy Harminson will face Saul Mitchell and in the Lightweight Pro Muay Thai division, Raul Llopis will face Nat McIntyre in which very well could be an IKF Title bout.

For more info please go to the Regional info page by clicking HERE or contact Mr. Ryan Blackorby at (309) 657-6787 or at blackrby@mtco.com

MORE NEWS OF 5-12-05

Eddie Futch's Legacy
Special To The IKF From His Wife, Eva Futch

WEDNESDAY, May 11th, 2005, AT 11:50 PM, PT

Generation Next
Fight Card
Saturday, May 14th, Loves Park, Illinois, USA

MORE NEWS OF 5-11-05

The TOE
That Took Down A World Champion...
Well... Sort Of...
Portions of The bout Explanation Are From K-1 Reporter Michael Afromowitz
Photos Curtesy of K-1 USA Website

TUESDAY, May 10th, 2005, AT 11:00 PM, PT

The Return Of
Martial Arts May-Hem
Greenville, South Carolina, USA

IKF South Carolina, USA
Amateur and Professional full contact kickboxing returns to Greenville, South Carolina on Saturday May 21st at 7:PM at the Palmetto Expo Center. Upstate Karate and IronSpirit Promotions presents Martial Arts May-Hem "A night of kickboxing".

This ten fight scheduled event includes kickboxers from all over the United States and Canada and features the Upstate's own undefeated Stephen "Wonderboy" Thompson (Right) taking on Kadir Kadri from Turkey by way of West Babylon, New York.

"Kadir's last defeat was to Stephen in May 2004 and he is out for revenge in this rematch between two of the worlds top kickboxer'" said Ray Thompson, president of IronSpirit Promotions and Stephen's father and trainer. Also featured on the card will be Duluth Minnesota's six-foot-six super heavyweight Dan "Son of a Preacher Man" Erickson taking on IKF Pro FCR North American Super Heavyweight Champion Raoul "The Axe Man" Doucet from Hawkesbury, Ontario, Canada in a non title bout. "This will be Raoul's second trip to the upstate where he became a local crowd favorite during his last visit" said Thompson. Another sure to be crowd favorite is Simpsonville's Peyton "The Artist" taking on Jason Miller from Augusta, Georgia.

Gloria Thompson, Owner of Upstate Karate said "Martial Arts May-Hem will start off with seven local amateurs taking on their out of town rivals in what should be some very exciting kickboxing action. This will be a family friendly event as we will have something for everyone including two women's bouts during the evening."

Pre-Fight festivities will begin on Friday May 20th at Moe's Southwest Grill in Simpsonville at 7:PM. This pre-fight party to kick off Martial Arts May-Hem and will provide spectators photo opportunities with the fighters and the ability to watch as fighters complete their medical exams and weigh-ins. Admission to the pre-fight party is $8 per person and includes an All-You-Can-Eat Buffet and a live musical performance by Eden Trap. Tickets to Martial Arts May-Hem for Saturday May 21st at the Palmetto Expo Center are available at all Upstate Moe's Southwest Grill locations, Upstate Karate the Pre-Fight Party and at the door.

An after-Fight Party is also planned and will be held at GattiTown on Woodruff Road immediately following Martial Arts May-Hem on Saturday, May 21st from 10:30 PM. until 2:AM. Meet the fighters, enjoy the game room and watch kickboxing on one of the large screen televisions. Admission is $5.25 per person which includes an All-You-Care-To-Eat Buffet (salad bar, pasta bar, pizza bar, dessert and beverages) or $10.50 for admission, the All-You-Care-To-Eat Buffet and a $10 game card. Tickets to the After-Fight Party may be purchased in advance at Upstate Karate or at the door.

Upstate Karate is the home school of IronSpirit Promotions and is rated one of the top 25 martial arts schools in all of US, Canada, Australia and Great Britan. Upstate Karate has been building confidence in their Kempo Karate, Aikido, Judo and Kickboxing students for over 22 years. The school boasts 12,000 square feet of training area, showers, dressing, and recreation areas. The school is family owned and operated by husband and wife team Ray & Gloria Thompson, who along with their staff train over six hundred fifty students. For more info please contact Upstate Karate, Inc at (864) 967-3930 or check out their website at www.upstatekarate.com

MORE NEWS OF 5-10-05

Eight Man
SHOWDOWN
Middleweight Full Contact Tournament

Sunday 1st May 2005, Triumph Club Coventry England Promoted by Mr. Steve Donnelly.

• Supporting Bouts
  • Bout One - 3 X 2 FCR: Yasaar Khan, Coventry, England Vs Kevin Doyle, Waterford, Ireland
    Result: Draw
  • Bout Two - 3 X 2 FCR: Dave Coman, Coventry, England Vs David Water, Waterford, Ireland
    Result: Winner David Coleman, David Water Disqualified In 3rd Round
    
    

• Eight Man Tournament
  • Quarter Final
    • George Katsimpas, England Vs Lex Easdon, Scotland
      Winner: Lex Easdon, Majority Decision
    • Karl Reid, England Vs Bertyl Queeley, England
      Winner: Bertyl Queeley, Unanimous Decision
    • Brian Aston, England Vs Paddy Burke, Ireland
      Winner: Brian Aston, Unanimous Decision
    • Steve Robinson, England Vs Darren Forrest, England
      Winner: Darren Forrest, Unanimous Decision
      v
  • Semi Final
    • Lex Easdon, Scotland Vs Bertyl Queeley, England
      Winner: Lex Easdon, TKO 2nd Round, Queeley Sustained Shoulder Injury
    • Brian Aston, England Vs Darren Forrest, England
      Winner: Darren Forrest - Unanimous Decision.
      
      
  • Final
    • Lex Easdon, Scotland Vs Darren Forrest, England
      Winner: Lex Easdon - Unanimous Decision

For more info please contact Mr. Steve Donnelly at 07764 819605.

MORE NEWS OF 5-10-05

IKF
ENGLAND
Results From May 8th Stoke-On-Trent, Event

Stoke Martial Arts Centre Kings Hall, Stoke-On-Trent, England Promoted by Mr. Humbert Salmon

1. Demo: Jamie Mountford, Burlem, Kickboxing Vs Michael Boulton, Featherstone
   
   
2. Joe Agu, Stoke Tigers vs Rick Masey, Dudley Kickboxing
   Winner: Rick Masey by Unanimous Decision
   
   
3. Demo Alsitair Cornwell, Burslem Kickboxing Vs Mark Wooley, Stoke Kf
   
   
4. Lee Ellis, Burslem Kickboxing Vs Jason Felix, Northampton
   Winner: Jason Felix by Unanimous Decision
   
   
5. Demo: Jenna Vs Jenny Aiker, Milton Kickboxing
   
   
6. Leroy Gray, Burslem Kickboxing Vs Karl Reid, Middlesborough Kickboxing
   Winner: Leroy Gray by Unanimous Decision
   
   
7. Joe Bennett, Burslem Kickboxing Vs David Aston, Dudley Kickboxing
   Winner: David Aston by KO 44 seconds of round 3.
   
   
8. Nick Miller, Blyth Bridge Vs James Chapman, Middlesborough
   Winner: Nick Miller by Unimous Decision
   
   
9. Sean Sales, Cheadle Kickboxing Vs Mark Busuttill, Middlesborough
   Winner: Sean Sales by TKO at 1:21 of round 1.
   
   
10. Jason Mcmasters, Burslem Kickboxing Vs Rob Raymen, Dudley Kickboxing
    Winner: Rob Raymen by TKO at :53 seconds of round 3.
    
    

MORE NEWS OF 5-10-05

POSTED AT 10:10 AM, PT

Below is A Special Press Release Sent To The IKF

WAKO REJECTED By GAISF

Recently the WAKO Organization (Sanctioning body in Europe) request for recognition by GAISF (General Assembly of International Sports Federations) was officially rejected. Below is the notice sent via solicitors from the Director General of GAISF.

"Dear Sirs,
We would hereby like to inform you that the GAISF General Assembly which met in Berlin on 20 April, rejected the application from the World Association of Kickboxing Organizations (WAKO).
Yours Faithfully,
Christine Dominguez
Director General
GAISF

For many years WAKO have claimed that they already have approval and refused offers from other Organizations to form a united body in the interest of the sport. They now face a humiliating and cold future and many of their disillusioned members.

MONDAY, May 9th, 2005, AT 10:05 PM, PT

ARE YOU READY FOR THE
STANDOFF?

IKF Joliet, Illinois, USA
On May 14th Joliet, Illinois, USA will be rocked with IKF Kickboxing and Submission Grappling action. "The Standoff I," will be the first of many great full contact shows to be presented by the Standing Ground Combat Club and HCX Mixed Martial Arts.

This event will feature local HCX fighter Ross "Big Bear" Grady, and debut HCX fighter Eddie Ray Cox in IKF Muay Thai action.

Joliet, Illinois has been well-known for prisons, (The famous Joliet Prison) river boats, The Rialto Square Theatre, and the Blues Brothers movie, but will now earn it's glory as the place to go for great IKF Kickboxing events. This awesome fight card will also include Adam "Ant" Lynn (HCX), Stan "Iron Guard" Hong (HCX), Tyler Goffinet (HCX), Anthony Fearn (HCX), Derrick Gildon (HCX), "Gorgeous" George Tune and Arthur "The Sniper" Barkauskas (Ricardo's Team Toro), Sean Burke (Force Jiu-Jitsu), Dan Masella (Dragonstyle Defense), Norm "The Storm" Gruenwald and Josh Sarver (Jim Greenwood's Karate), Jason Nehls and Frank Hudson (Romb's Martial Arts), Donnell "Dooms Day" Sykes (Sykes Academy), Bill Novak (Gilbert Grappling), Chai Earnsmuth (Active Edge), Edward Erickson (MHP Gym), Andrew "Anaconda" Cervcinko, Andy Uhlenkamp (Team Roundkick), and Mike Jetto.

Here is a full breakdown of the nights action as of today. There are a couple more potential fights expected.

• Submission Grappling
  • Adam Lynn (HCX Mixed Martial Arts- Joliet, IL) vs Bill Novak (Gilbert Grappling- Mokena, IL)
    
    
• International Exhibition Match Juniors
  • Tyler Goffinet 15, 5'0, 105 lbs., 0-1-0, (HCX Mixed Martial Arts- Joliet, IL) vs. Anthony Fearn 12, 5'2, 115 lbs., 0-1-0 (HCX Mixed Martial Arts- Joliet, IL)
    
    
• Full Contact Rules Men's Light Middleweight 153.1 lbs. - 159 lbs
  • Josh Sarver, 35, 5'5, 155 lbs., 0-1-0 (Jim Greenwood's Karate-Flora, IL) vs. Jason Nehls, 27, 5'6, 155 lbs., 0-0 (Romb's Martial Arts-Chicago, IL)
    
    
• SAN SHOU DEMONSTRATION
  • Dante & Markelz Ferguson (HCX Mixed Martial Arts)
    
    
• Submission Grappling
  • Andrew "Anaconda" Cervcinko (Team Toro- Hinsdale, IL) vs. Andy Uhlencamp (Team Roundkick)
    
    
• Full Contact Rules- Men's Middleweight 159.1-165
  • Norman Gruenwald, 18, 6'2, 165 lbs., 0-0 (Jim Greenwood's Karate-Flora, IL) vs. Dan Masella, 22, 5'11, 165 lbs., 3-1, (Disciples of Dragonstyle Defense- IL)
    
    
• Full Contact Rules- Super Heavyweight Exhibition
  • Donnell "Dooms Day" Sykes, 6'1, 260 lbs., 7-1, (Sykes Academy of MA- Kankakee, IL) vs. Frank Hudson, 33, 227 lbs., 0-0 (Romb's Martial Arts-Chicago, IL)
    
    
• Submission Grappling
  • Chai Earnsmuth (Active Edge-, IL) vs. Mike Jetto - AWAITING INFORMATION
    
    
• Muay Thai- Men's Super Welterweight 147.1 - 153 lbs
  • Eddie Ray Cox, 18, 150 lbs., 0-0, (HCX Mixed Martial Arts- Joliet, IL) vs. Arthur "The Sniper" Brakauskas, 22, 5'9, 147 lbs., 4-2, (Team Toro- Hinsdale, IL)
    
    
• Gi Jiu-Jitsu
  • Stan Hong, (HCX Mixed Martial Arts- Joliet, IL) vs. Sean Burke, (Force Jiu-Jitsu- Hinsdale, IL)
    
    
• SAN SHOU for NHB DEMONSTRATION
  • Master "Tashi" Ron Hill (HCX Mixed Martial Arts) With Stan "Roughneck" Rousonelos II (HCX Mixed Martial Arts)
    
    
• Muay Thai- Men's Light Middleweight 153.1 lbs. - 159 lbs
  • Derrick Gildon, 21, 5'7, 155 lbs., 2-1 IN MMA, (HCX Mixed Martial Arts- Joliet, IL) vs. Edward Erickson 27, 5'10, 157 lbs., 0-0, (MHP Gym- Iron Mountain, MI)
    
    
• MAIN EVENT
  Muay Thai- Men's Light Cruiserweight: 179.1 lbs. - 186 lbs
  • Ross Grady, 22, 5'9, 185 lbs., 1-1, (HCX Mixed Martial Arts-Joliet, IL) vs. George Tune, 19, 185 lbs., 0-0, (Team Toro- Hinsdale, IL)
    
    

• Special Thanks To Our Event Sponsors:
  • HCX Mixed Martial Arts, 216 E. Cass St Joliet, IL, 60432, 815-727-7000 www.hcextreme.com
  • Milano Bakery, Joliet IL, 815-727-4872
  • Jim Lacey, State Farm Insurance, Joliet, IL, 815-725-4711
  • Jack Anderson State Farm Insurance, Joliet, IL, 815-774-0480
  • Advanced Family Dental Dr. David Rubis DDS, Crest Hill, IL, 815-741-1700
  • Gated Painting & Drywal,l Roger Gates, 815-723-9525

The event doors will open at 6:30 pm and the show will begin at 7:30 pm. General Admission seating is $20, Floor Seats $30, and tables (up to 8 people) $250. Venue Location: Joliet Park District (Multi-purpose Center) 3000 W. Jefferson St., Joliet, Illinois, 60435. For more information please contact Mr. Brian Thompson at (815) 557-1734 or bthompson@productionality.com or visit www.sgcombatclub.com

MORE NEWS OF 5-9-05

"Harrah's River Rumble"
The Heat is On

IKF Kansas City, Missouri, USA
On Saturday night, June 11th, 2005, Titan Entertainment in association with Harrah's North Kansas City Hotel and Casino will present live championship boxing and kickboxing at Harrah's North Kansas City Convention Center. Titan Entertainment, will treat fans to another exciting event, featuring two title bouts that showcase local heroes. On June 11th, firefighter Mary "The Heat" Ortega and former police sergeant John "JJ" Barnes fight the most important fights of their careers.

The first of the two Co-Main Events will feature police sergeant JJ Barnes (Sorry no photo was made available as of press time) of Kansas City, Missouri, USA (17-1 with 15 KO's) vs Randy Pogue (Left) of Norristown, Pennsylvania, USA (18-4-1 with 3 KO's) in a 10-round bout for the vacant IKF United States Super Middleweight FCR Kickboxing Title. Pogue is has won World Kickboxing titles in the USKBA and ISKA. He is also the FFKA United States Champion and KICK East Coast Champion. In June, he will make the quest for the prestigious IKF United States Title to his resume. This will be the first title shot for Barnes and he is ready to take home the gold.

The second Co-Main Event will feature one of the top female fighters in the world, Mary "The Heat" Ortega, 28-2-1 (6 KO's) against an opponent to be named. Ortega puts her ranking on the line in this battle for the IWBF Jr. Flyweight World Boxing Title.

Also in action are IBC Americas Lightweight Champion Josh "Nino Asesino" Sosa 7-0 with 4 KO's, Junior Middleweight sensation Jose Sosa Jr., 5-0 with 4 KO's, up and coming Super Middleweight Julius Fogle III, 3-0 with 3 KO's, talented Middleweight Jeremy Welch, 1-1 with 1 KO, and super sized heavyweight prospect Glen Cusimano, 3-1 with 3 KO's.

Titan Entertainment brings you 7 exciting bouts featuring some of the most elite fighters in the Midwest. Championship boxing and kickboxing are back at Harrah's North Kansas City Hotel and Casino, this event is destined to have every patron on their feet. Be a part of it! For any information concerning press credentials or tickets, which can be purchased for as low as $30, please contact Titan Entertainment at (866) 454-1123 or on the internet at www.titanentertainment.com - You can also contact Mr. Joe Kelly at (816) 454-1123 or joekelly@titanentertainment.com or Mr. Steven St John at (816) 454-1123 or at stevenstjohn@titanentertainment.com

FRIDAY, May 6th, 2005, AT 11:10 PM, PT

SMACK!....WOW!
Franck, Ingardona, Kvool, & Nikko-Ki
SMACK THE HOUSE!

IKF Rockford, Illinois, USA: We just don't know of a better headline. This was what we heard, and the first thing we thought as we witnessed what we "Honestly" have to say, was one of the "Quickest" round kick to the head we have ever seen! The good news for Bryce Franck is that it was his left foot that landed on the right temple of his opponent's head at the 1:47 mark of the first of 5, scheduled 3 minute Muay Thai rounds. The bad news for Dan Lucas was that it was his right temple that took the kick that dropped the 215 lb Lucas to the canvas. "He hit me with a really good right hand that I think broke my nose." Said Franck after the bout back in the locker room. "But I shook it off and worked him to the corner and I heard Duke yell 'LEFT HIGH KICK' and I threw it."

Franck's trainer Duke Roufus saw something... An opening in Lucas' defense and he called it. Just like the mighty Babe Ruth pointing and calling his home run to center field. The kick was so quick, even Lucas told Franck later he didn't even see it coming... Your not alone Dan, none of us saw it either. All we heard was a SMACK which left us stunned as we said "Wow!"

It was only the 6th loss of an outstanding fight record for Lucas who has had trouble getting pro fights under his main skill rule style, full contact. In fact, all of his 22 wins had come in that rule style and now 2 of his 6 losses have come in leg kick bouts. However, it was NOT a leg kick that took him out tonight. On the other side of the ring stood a victorious fighter who had just recorded only his 4th win as a professional as he improves his professional record to 4-1 with 3 wins coming by KO/TKO. "Bryce has improved a lot." said his trainer Roufus. How true he was too since Franck's amateur career struggled greatly through only 2 wins and 6 loses. Sometimes it just takes the right combination of people around you, and Franck seems to have all he needs at this point in his life.

As if the help of Duke Roufus and Scott Joffe were not enough promoting Franck on their Milwaukee, Wisconsin events, now enter promoters Frank Ingardona and Colin Kvool of Nikko-Ki Training Club in Rockford, Illinois. Ingardona, Kvool and their staff were smooth as silk tonight. Their promotion was an honest "Sell-Out" with standing room only. The hungry Rockford Illinois kickboxing fans must be excited to have so much kickboxing action in town! Rockford is a city that was once one of the greatest kickboxing cities in the U.S., but had lost the sport. However within the last few years, IKF Kickboxing has come to town and awoken the fight fans once again. Now with the addition of Ingardona & Kvool's events, Rockford will continue to be well fed with legit and credible Kickboxing actioin.

Prior to the "Smack and WOW" were 7 great Awesome Amateur undercard bouts. Here are their results below.

FRIDAY, May 6th, 2005, AT 11:10 PM, PST

1. Junior Light Middleweights
   Damian Norris of Excel Academy, Rockford, Illinois, USA (1-1-1/0, 158, 5'11", 17, 1-31-88)
   defeated Ian Cobb of Functional Martial Arts Academy in Madison, Wisconsin, USA (0-1/0, 153, 5'10", 16, 5-18-88) by majority decision, 29-29, 30-27 and 30-27.
   
   
2. Welterweights
   Adam Saunders of Functional Martial Arts Academy in Madison, Wisconsin, USA (1-0/0, 147, 5'9", 21, 3-29-84)
   defeated Toon Singmouangthong of Nikko-Ki in Rockford, Illinois, USA (1-2/0, 142, 5'3", 27, 10-13-77) by split decision 28-29, 29-28 and 29-28.
   
   
3. Super Welterweights
   Tim Riordan of Team Lucky Strike, Madison, Wisconsin, USA (4-3/1, 150, 5'10", 21, 4-17-84)
   defeated Alex May of Functional Martial Arts Academy in Madison, Wisconsin, USA (0-1/0, 153, 5'9", 22, 12-25-82) by TKO at 1:26 of round 1.
   
   
4. Middleweights
   Jesse Aswill of Functional Martial Arts Academy, Madison, Wisconsin, USA (1-0/1, 165, 5'10", 28, 9-15-76)
   defeated Brian Robertson of Schlotterer House, Elmhurst, Illinois, USA (0-1/0, 160, 5'11", 21, 12-8-83) by Knockout at 1:44 of round 2.
   
   
5. Light Heavyweights
   Chris Trautsch of Duke Roufus Kickboxing, Boscobiel, Wisconsin, USA (2-0/2, 180, 5'10", 28, 1-20-77)
   defeated Gabe Wassner, of Nikko-Ki Gym in Rockford, Illinois, USA (0-3/0, 174, 6', 34, 9-22-70) by Knockout at 1:06 of round 2.
   
   
6. Cruiserweights
   Bryan Kovar of Schlotterer House, Elmhurst, Illinois, USA (1-0/1, 192, 6', 23, 1-11-82)
   defeated Neil Roberts of Nikko-Ki Gym in Rockford, Illinois, USA (1-1/1, 195, 6'1", 33, 9-6-71) by Knockout at only 22 seconds into round 1. Robert's stood and beat the count but was just not all there as referee Al Wichers waived it off. Good call Al!
   
   
7. Super Heavyweights
   When Terry Brown of Chicago, Illinois, USA was announced to the ring, he entered flipping forward over the top rope. After a shady landing he choose to re-impress us with a perfect back flip in the middle of the ring. This may not sound impossible but considering Brown weighed 258 lbs may make you aware of how impressive such a move was from this former USA Gymnastics Olympic hopeful. When the bell rang, Brown (258, 6'3", 29, 9-1-75 and a claimed 11-0 record in MMA) charged at his opponent Rafal Czaplicki of Nikko-Ki Gym in Rockford, Illinois, USA (2-0, 222, 6', 27, 7-18-77) with a barrage of punches. This lasted for a little more than half the first round. However as the second minute went buy, it was clear that Brown had pretty much used up his gas on two pre-fight flips and a 1 minute explosion of punches. Give round 1 to him, but the patient Czaplicki fought rounds 2 and 3 carefully picked his shots and scoring big on jabs and right hands since Brown could hardly hold his hands up to protect himself. However Czaplicki had used up a lot of gas defending from Brown's 1 minute bombing on him in round 1. Although it wasn't a pretty one, a wins a win and Czaplicki took this bout 29-28 on all 3 judges cards.
8. Pro Heavyweight: Bryce Franck of Rockford, Illinois, USA (4-1/3, 210, 5'10", 29, 8-12-75) defeated Dan Lucas of Rochester, New York, USA (22-6-1, 215, 5'11", 33, 8-9-71) by Head Kick Knockout at 1:47 of round 1.

Congratulation on a great show are due to Promoters Frank Ingardona & Colin Kvool, associate promoters and founders of Heavyweight Gladiators, Duke Roufus and Scott Joffe, and of course the dynamic teamwork of the entire Nikko-Ki Gym event Staff! For more information, please contact Mr. Frank Ingardona or Mr. Colin Kvool of Nikko-Ki Training Club at (815) 874-7687 or visit www.nikko-ki.com and www.heavyweightgladiators.com

WEDNESDAY, May 4th, 2005, AT 4:10 PM, PT

Can Franck Bolster Local Legacy
With Victory
Over Rochester's Lucas?

MORE NEWS OF 5-4-05

IKF
ENGLAND

IKF England
This coming Sunday, May 8th, IKF Promoter Humbert Salmon will host IKF KICKBOXING at the Moat House Hotel in Stoke On Trent, England. Sorry but no additional information was provided as of press time.

MORE NEWS OF 5-4-05

Lassi Remains Number 1!
Takes IKF Pro North American Title In Minnesota!

IKF Hinkley, Minnesota, USA:
As already mentioned in a press release yesterday, IKF Promoters Bill Lassi & Bobby Anderson hosted THE BATTLE OF THE WARRIORS! at the Grand Casino Hinkley in Hinkley, Minnesota, USA. Number 1 IKF ranked Aaron "Lightning" Lassi (Right) of Duluth, Minnesota, USA (PRO KB: 11-1/4, AK: 23-5-1/1, PRO BX: 3-0, 5'10") defeated number 2 IKF ranked Muzammal 'Abu Zayd' Nawaz of Burlington, Ontario, Canada (PK: 18-6-2/11 AK: Over 100 bouts 5'10") by unanimous decision 99-91, 99-91 and 96-94 to win the vacant IKF Pro FCR Light Middleweight title.

Read the FULL story at the bottom of this article.

Here are the full nights results below. The show was billed as Canada VS USA!

1. Jackie Lachapella (Canada) defeated Kendra Motyl (Hinckley MN USA) by TKO in round 1.
   Canada Leads 1-0
   
   
2. Ross Mylet (Canada) defeated Buddy Quam (Hinckley MN USA) by TKO in round 2.
   Canada Leads 2-0
   
   
3. John Nash (Canada) defeated Steve Inyan Mata (Hinckley MN USA) by Majority decision.
   Canada Leads 3-0
   
   
4. Exhibition Bout
   
   
5. Leo Herron (Hinckley MN USA.) defeated Amir Rasinlic (Canada) by TKO in round 1.
   Canada Leads 3-1
   
   
6. C. Ryan Welles (Duluth MN USA) defeated Bart Molenda (Canada) by split decision.
   Canada Leads 3-2
   
   
7. Carlos Hernanadez (Hinckley MN USA) defeated Kyle Rasmussen (Minnetonka MN USA) by unanimous decision.
   All Tied Up At 3-3
   
   
8. Elaine Fowler (Canada) defeated PJ Schmidt (Hinckley MN USA) by TKO in round 1.
   Canada Leads 4-3
   
   
9. Reuben St. John (Isle MN USA) defeated Travis MacVicar (Canada) by split decision.
   All Tied Up At 4-4
   
   
10. Brad MacVicar (Canada) defeated Zach Moytl (Hinckley MN USA) by unanimous decision.
    Canada Leads 5-4
    
    
11. Main Event 10 Rounds For The IKF Pro FCR North America Light Middleweight Title
    Aaron Lassi (Duluth MN USA & Honolulu Hawaii USA) vs Muzammal Nawaz (Canada)
    

Saturday April 30th brought Muzammal Nawaz kick boxing team from the Toronto, Burlington Ontario Canada area to the Hinckley Grand Casino for the USA Vs Canada Battle of the Warriors. The show was put on by Bobby Anderson & Bill Lassi.

The main event was an IKF North American Light Middleweight Title fight between Nawaz and Aaron "Lightning" Lassi. Expectations were high for Aaron, back from a Hawaiian training regime for the title shot. Nawaz didn't come to be a patsy. He brought his 19 & 5 pro record and drove over a thousand miles for his chance to grab the open North America Title. After the back and forth victories between the Canadian and American teams, anticipation was palpable as both fighters conducted themselves into the ring with the gentleman ship becoming the professional kickboxers that they are.

From the opening bell, Lassi's fans saw a combination of the "Lightning" Lassi of old and a clear headedness that instilled confidence in the home town crowd. Coming off of a loss last year in Michigan by a close decision, Aaron was intent on dominating the fight. Aaron barely put his front foot down as he frustrated Nawaz with a barrage of side, round and front kicks. Inside the clinches Aaron stayed busy, showing the determination to win the fight hands down. Nawaz took all this in stride, throwing some brilliant kicks himself including an axe kick that got the crowds attention and a smile from Aaron.

In the closing rounds of the fight, Nawaz seemed unsettled by Aaron's aggressive kicking style while Aaron seemed equally comfortable as he had in the first few rounds. This was a testimonial to Aaron's conditioning and training regiment. While Nawaz put on a world class caliber performance, there was no doubt in anyone's mind as the judges tallied the score cards that the winner on this night was Aaron "Lightning" Lassi and his avid fans. Thanks to Hinckley Grand Casino, Warriors Kick Boxing, IKF Rep Tom Sullivan, center referee Jim Peterson, Ibn Ali, the Canadian team, Bobby "The Warrior" Anderson and Bill "The Thrill" Lassi for a great card and a great night.

Team USA & Team Canada Ended in a Tie At 5-5.

For more info please contact Mr. Bill Lassi at (218) 390-3203 or by e-mail at thrill10@mindspring.com

MORE NEWS OF 5-4-05

WINNER OF THE
IKF 8 Man Tournament
Coventry, England

IKF Coventry, England:
This last Sunday, May 1st IKF Promoter Steve Donnelly hosted an exciting IKF 8 Man Tournament event for fighters in the Pro Light Heavyweight Full Contact Rules Division. The event was held at the Triumph Club in Tile Hill, Coventry England. In the end, IKF number 1 ranked FCR Middleweight Lex Easdon won the £2000 Prize as he defeated Darren Forrest in the final by decision.

Easdon will be fighting for the vacant IKF Pro FCR Middleweight World Title this coming June 10th in Paisley, Scotland. Easdon will meet up with Current IKF European Champion Austin Caverley of Worcester, England (32-4/8). The IKF Middleweight title was retired by former World Champion Dave Marinoble. Marinoble of Roseville, California, USA officially retired the Title on October 2nd, 2004 as he retired from the sport. He won the title when he defeated former Champion Tommy Kimber by TKO at 1:08 of the 8th round on July 28th, 2001 in Kuala Limpur Malaysia at the Shah Alam Stadium.

IKF European Director Alby Bimpson will be sending a full report soon.
For more info please contact Steve Donnelly at 07764 819605.

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RESULTS FROM THE
East Area Thai Boxing Extravaganza
Corn Exchange Bedford, England on April 17th, 2005
Promoter: Nigel Thompson

It must be said that Nigel Thompson, Trainer & Promoter, puts on one of the best shows in the country. Respect must be given for his standard of fighters. He had 7 fighters with 7 wins. This is not to disrespect the opposition as the standard was excellent and all the fighters can stand proud. IKF European Director Alby Bimpson would like to thank Nigel on behalf of himself and all the officials for the respect he gives and his hospitality. The night ended with a buffet for the Officials, fighters and trainers, giving everyone time to wind down and reflect on the proceedings. Following this everyone was invited out on the town for a well deserved celebration.

IKF Officials
International Referee: Mike Fowles
IKF European Director - Alby Bimpson
Judges: Clive Tennant, Lisa Beaney & Leon Kelly

For more info on this event please contact IKF Promoter Mr. Nigel Thompson at nigel@thaifighter.org

TUESDAY, May 3rd, 2005, AT 7:30 PM, PT

Lassi Remains Number 1!
Takes IKF Pro North American Title In Minnesota!

IKF Hinkley, Minnesota, USA: This is not the full press release but we didn't want to keep you fight fans waiting. Last Saturday night, April 30th, Bill Lassi & Bobby Anderson hosted THE BATTLE OF THE WARRIORS! at the Grand Casino Hinkley in Hinkley, Minnesota, USA. The event will feature both Pro & Amateur Kickboxing with the Main Event being the quest for the vacant IKF Pro FCR Light Middleweight title.

Number 1 IKF ranked Aaron "Lightning" Lassi (Right) of Duluth, Minnesota, USA (PRO KB: 11-1/4, AK: 23-5-1/1, PRO BX: 3-0, 5'10") met up against number 2 IKF ranked Muzammal 'Abu Zayd' Nawaz of Burlington, Ontario, Canada (PK: 18-6-2/11 AK: Over 100 bouts 5'10"). In the end, it was clear to see this bout was all Lassi who won a unanimous decision 99-91, 99-91 and 96-94.

Look for the full report and complete event results tomorrow. For more info please contact Mr. Bill Lassi at (218) 390-3203 or by e-mail at thrill10@mindspring.com

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Valledarez, Fonseca & Palacios
Win IKF Gold At LTD's
Fairfield Fight Fest

IKF Fairfield, California, USA
Last Saturday night, April 30th, LTD Productions and Channel Lumber hosted another night of IKF Championship Kickboxing at the Allen Witt Sports Center, Fairfield, California, USA. Due to Prom season and other special events in the area it may not have been their largest crowd of the night but as far as Title Bouts go, these were probably THE BEST they have put together!

The night had planned to only have 2 IKF Amateur titles. However, late in the week, matchmaker Dan Stell worked his matchmaking magic and secured a third IKF Title bout for the night. That third title bout scheduled as the first of the 3 IKF Amateur Titles on the nights card but it was just as exciting as the others. This was for the vacant IKF Amateur MTR California Lightweight Title. Andrew Valledarez of San Jose, California, USA (8-0/1, 131, 5'7", 6-28-87, Cung Le) met up with Vishnu Gulati of San Francisco, California, USA (5-1/2, 131, 5'8", 8-4-86, Sam Phimsoutham). This was an exciting match-up that went the distance. In the end Valledarez took the unanimous decision victory and the Title, 39-37, 40-36 & 40-36.

The next IKF Amateur title on the line was between Mike Fonseca of San Francisco, California (8-0/0, 182, 5'8", 2-18-75, Sam Phimsoutham) against Kurt Floyd of Modesto, California (5-3/1, 186, 6', 10-14-80) for the vacant IKF Amateur MTR West Coast Light Cruiserweight Title. This was yet another great fight. In the end, we thought it was clear that Fonseca won all rounds, However California State Athletic Commission judge Davie Nelson scored it 39-37 for Floyd while the other two judges scored it 39-37 and 40-36 for Fonseca. Regardless, the right fighter won as Fonseca took the win by split decision and the vacant title. This was the first IKF Title won by Kru Sam Phimsoutham's Team out of San Francisco, California. Congratulations guys and by the way, Love that new Thai music!!!

The Main event featured a fighter well known in the West Coast Kickboxing circles. San Jose California's Jose Palacios (11-1/4, 146, 5'8", 11-10-82, Cung Le) meet up with Johnny De La Cruz of Modesto, California (2-1, 147, 5'8", 3-21-79) for the vacant IKF Amateur MTR West Coast Welterweight Title. On paper this looked to be an easy bout for Palacios but De La Cruz had other plans. De La Cruz came out on fire and exploded on Palacios. Just when we thought Palacios might be in for a war of his life, he turned up the heat. However so did De La Cruz. After 1, the judges saw Palacios more active and scoring more shots. This continued throughout the bout. In the end, the scores look one sided, but don't be fooled, this was a WAR! Palacios takes the win by unanimous decision and the vacant title, 40-36 on all 3 judges cards!

There was one other amateur Muay Thai bout on the card and it featured Ryan McClintock of San Jose, California, USA (2-0/1, 214, 5'10", 12-3-73, Cung Le) against Sacha Silvani of Sacramento, California, USA (0-1, 200, 5'10", 8-15-84, John Harris, Hits Training Academy). This bout ended at 1:11 of round 3 by TKO with McClintock taking the win due to excessive blood coming from Silvani's nose.

Great job on the matchmaking Dan!! And Great event! For more info please call Mr. Tim Stell at (707) 372-0882 or by e-mail at Bambamstell@aol.com

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Kelly Takes IKF Gold At
Wiskey Tango's Throwdown
By ISCF/IKF Representative Chuck Wolfe

ISCF & IKF Missouri, USA
This last Thursday night, April 28th, IKF and ISCF Promoters Squared Circle Productions hosted over 2,600 spectators in a standing room only show at the Wiskey Tango's Throwdown at Whiskey Tango's, Grain Valley, Missouri, USA. All were in the house to see two top Pro title bouts. The NABA Featherweight Title Fight and the IKF Super Lightweight Mid-West Title. Along with this was 5 Amateur MMA fights. The results were as follows:

• IKF Pro FCR Super Lightweight Midwest Title
  This fight was a barn burner. Mike Kelly of Grandview, Missouri, USA (7-0 with 2KO/TKO) won by TKO over Dillion Crushhorn of Waynsville, Missouri, USA at 1:24 of round seven. Kelly fell behind losing the first 2 rounds. He rallied in round 3 hurting Crushhorn with a spinning backfist. Kelly won every round till the end when he caught Crushhorn with a front kick to the face then followed up with good punches to the head to force the referee to stop the fight with less than 40 seconds to go. Kelly wins the vacant IKF Kickboxing Pro FCR Super Lightweight Midwest Title.
  
  
• ISCF Amateur MMA
  Dominic Brown Kansas City, Missouri, USA, 6-2-0 4 KO's, won by TKO over Andy Campbell of St. Joe Missouri, USA, 0-1-0, at 2:15 of the first round.
  
  
• ISCF Amateur MMA
  Oscar Montenegro Overland Park Kansas, USA fought to a Draw with Max Connelly of Bonner Springs, Kansas, USA.
  
  
• ISCF Amateur MMA
  Tommy Denage of Grain Valley Missouri, USA won by Tap Out at 3:45 of the first over Tony Davis of Olathe, Kansas, USA.
  
  
• ISCF Amateur MMA
  Jason Teeman of Kansas City, Missouri, USA won by Tap Out at 1:00 of round one over Tyler Mendez of St. Joe, Missouri, USA.
  
  
• ISCF Amateur MMA
  John Jarvis of Overland Park, Kansas won by TKO at just :10 of round one over Jason Hass of St. Joe, Missouri, USA.
  
  
• NABA (Pro Boxing) Title Fight:
  Alvin Brown of Grandview, Missouri, USA won by a Split-Decision over Angelo Torres of Lakewood, Washington, USA.
  
  

For more info please contact Mr. Craig Cummings at (816) 668-4752 or at craigcummingsboxing@yahoo.com

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Steve Donnelly's
IKF ENGLAND

Sorry Fight Fans but we have no results yet from this event.

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POSTED AT 4:10 PM, PT

Martial Arts May-Hem 05
Scheduled For May 21st!

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