MORE IKF ACTION THIS WEEKEND...

Head To Head Promotions Presents
"ROYAL RUMBLE"
Bridgwater, England

• WHEN: Sunday, May 1st, 2011
• WHO: Head To Head Promotions
• WHERE: Junction 24 Centre, Bridgwater, TA6 6DF, England, United Kingdom
• WHAT:
  • IKF Pro FCR British Super Middleweight Title
  • ISCF Pro MMA England Southern Area Middleweight Title
  • IKF Pro & Amateur Kickboxing
  • ISCF Pro & Amateur MMA
  • IAB Boxing
  • IKF Pro & Amateur Kickboxing
• ISCF/IKF/IAB Event Representative: Carl Sams
• ISCF/IKF/IAB Event Referee: Mark Woodard
• ISCF/IKF/IAB Judges: Lee Beeston, Andy Kerr, Chris Watts
• ISCF/IKF/IAB Timekeeper: Sarah Beeston
• Ringside Physician (MD) & Ambulance: South West Paramedics & Doctor
• ISCF/IKF/IAB PROMOTER: Arthur Meek 0044 776 504 241

• FIGHT CARD AS OF Saturday, April 30th, 2011, 2:00 AM/PST
  
  
  1. IKF Pro FCR British Super Middleweight Title
     Chris James (Bridgwater England, Pro 7-3-1, Am 4-2-1, 77.0kg, 6'2", 29-07-86, Arthur Meek 07765042414)
     VS
     James Wallis (Swansea Wales, 14-5-1 , 6'1", 77.0kg, 5'9", 10-05-83, Andy Morgan 00447837630084)
     
     
  2. ISCF Pro MMA Southern Area Middleweight Title
     Scott Clist (Trowbridge, England, Pro: 3-0, Am: 5-8-1 5'10", 77.0kg, 15-12-78, Self Trained 0044-7916571371)
     VS
     Jimmy Millar ( Bournemouth, England, Pro 5-3, Am: 4-2, 77.0kg, 5'10", 30-07-83, Andy Lawrence 0044-7809158632.)
     
     
  3. IKF Amateur FCR: Light Cruiserweight
     Alistair Maclean (All or Nothing 0-0) VS Andy White ( Pengelly Kick 0-0)
     
     
  4. IKF Amateur FCR: Light Middleweight
     Jason Hartnell (All or Nothing 0-0) VS Ian Hunter (Heron Kick 0-0)
     
     
  5. IKF Amateur FCR: Super Cruiserweight
     Neil Young (Revolution Gym 0-0) VS Robert Payne (Pengelly Kick 0-0)
     
     
  6. IKF Amateur FCR: Middleweight
     Anita Godbeer (All or Nothing 1-0) VS Hayley Beatty-Long (Real Boot Camp 0-0)
     
     
  7. IKF Amateur FCR: Light Middleweight
     Luke Hardwell (All or Nothing 2-0) VS Craig Baker (Independent 0-0)
     
     
  8. ISCF Amateur MMA: Welterweight
     Tom Furinval (Revolution Gym - Trowbridge England, 0-0, 77kg, 5'10", 27-08-90 , Scott Clist 00447916571371)
     VS
     Rob Homan (Hybrid MMA - Whitehaven, England, 1-0 , 78kg, 6'0", 14-12-80, Darren Norris 00447717791314)
     
     
  9. ISCF Amateur MMA: Lightweight
     Shaun Luther (All or Nothing -Bridgwater, England, 1-0, 70.0kg, 5'9", 10-12-92, Arthur Meek 00447765042414)
     VS
     Jamie Pritchard (Koncept Gym - Newquay England, 1-0, 69.0kg, 5'10", 18-11-91, Mark Rowlett 00447725029299)
     
     
  10. ISCF Amateur MMA: Middleweight
      Niall O'Malley (Revolution Gym - Trowbridge England, 0-0 ,83.0kg, 6'1", 02-07-92, Scott Clist 00447916571371)
      VS
      Lucas Marcinkowski (Spartan YMCA - Taunton England, 0-0, 82.0kg, 6'0, 18-06-89 , Christian Nadolski 00447546004812)
      
      
  11. ISCF Amateur MMA: Welterweight
      Steve Parr (All or Nothing - Bridgwater England, 0-1, 75.0kg, 5'11", 30-01-77, Arthur Meek 00447765042414 )
      VS
      Brendan Cookman (House of Pain- Bournemouth England, 2-1, 74.0kg, 6'2", 03-09-91, Andy Lawrence 0044-7809158632)
      
      
  12. ISCF Amateur MMA: Featherweight
      Dougie Dickson (Revolution Gym - Trowbridge England, 0-0, 65.0kg, 5'7", 24-03-89, Scott Clist 00447916571371)
      VS
      Andy Stone (Hybrid MMA - 1-0, 65.0kg, 5'8", 20-08-87, Darren Norris 00447717791314 )
      
      
  13. ISCF Pro MMA: Featherweight:
      Carl Dixon (Revolution Gym - Trowbridge England, 0-0, 65.0kg, 5'5", 19-01-84, Scott Clist 00447916571371)
      VS
      Kyle Bishop (Barnstaple MMA - Barnstaple England, 1-0, 64.5kg, 5'7", 19-04-87, Lee Bishop 00447717247665)
      
      
  14. IAB White Collar Boxing
      Danny Paulsom (All or Nothing) VS Lewis Kerley (House of Pain)

THURSDAY, April 28th, 2011, AT 10:40 PM/ PST

Results From K-Star Promotions'
"THAI BOXING"
April 16th, 2011 - Edgbaston, Birmingham, England

• WHO: K-Star Promotions, Steve Logan
• WHERE: Tower Ballroom, Reservoir Road, Edgbaston, Birmingham, England
• WHAT: IKF Pro Muay Thai
• IKF Event Representative: Dawn Willock
• IKF Event Referee: Carl Chamberlain
• IKF Judges: Dave Ellett, Shaun Boland, Chris Podesta
• IKF Timekeeper: Ravi Ranji
• Ringside Physician (MD) & Ambulance: Pro-Care Paramedic Team & Doctor
• IKF PROMOTER: Mr. Steve Logan at 07866365963
• ON THE WEB: www.K-StarThaiboxing.com

1. IKF Amateur MTR (Jnr): Atomweight
   Alex Brennan (Birmingham, England, 4-3-0, 48kg, 4'10, 08-9-96, Damien Trainor, 00447782103804) VS Tylor Liptrott (Bolton, England, 4-0-0, 47kg, 5'1", 8-6-97, Ronnie Thompson,00447973347862)
   WINNER: Tyler Liptrott by majority decision 48-49 48-49 49-48.
   
   
2. IKF Amateur MTR (Jnr): Featherweight
   Dillon Elsmore (Birmingham, England, 12-4-1, 54.3kg, 1.65m, 30-10-95, Steve Logan, 00447782103804) VS Ryan Scott Hampson (Bolton, England, 10-2-0, 55kg, 5'5", 04-12-95, Ronnie Thompson) 00447973347862)
   WINNER: Ryan Scott Hampson by majority decision:49-50, 49-48, 48-49.
   
   
3. IKF PRO MTR (Mod): Super Welterweight
   Daniel Zak (Oxford, England, 1-0-0, 68.6 kg, 5'10", 10-06-88, Parn Petch, 00447734053522) VS Linford Junior Melbourne (Oldbury, England, 0-1-0,67.1kg, 5'9", 15-03-88, Coach declined number)
   WINNER: Daniel Zak by RSF 1:24 R2
   • Linford Junior Melbourne receives 30 day medical suspension until 17th May 2011.
     
     
4. IKF Amateur MTR (Jnr): Welterweight
   Kieron Fortune (Nuneaton, England, 1-0-0, 65kg, 5'11", 27-07-96, Steve Logan, 00447782103804) VS Edward Hartigan (Birmingham, England,0-1-0, 64.3kg, 5'11", 1-10-95, Henry Cleminson, 00447976783804)
   WINNER: Kieron Fortune by KO 0.56 R4.
   • Edward Hartigan receives 45 medical suspension until 1st June 2011.
     
     
5. IKF PRO MTR (Mod): Super Welterweight
   Davinder Singh (Walsall, England, 2-2-0, 70kg, 6'1, 27-09-81, Steve Logan, 00447782103804) VS Oleg Jabalonis (Oxford, England, 3-1-0,69.9kg, 6'0, 28-10-87, Parn Petch, 00447734053522)
   WINNER: Oleg Jablonis by KO 0:59 secs R2.
   • Davindar Singh receives 45 medical suspension until 1st June 2011.
     
     
6. IKF PRO MTR (Mod): Cruiserweight
   Mark Timms (Birmingham, England, 2-0-0, 88kg, 6'2", 03-11-88, Steve Logan, 00447782103804) VS Ryan Halliday (Surrey, England, 0-1-0, 85kg, 6'4", 03-03-91)
   WINNER: Mark Timms by unanimous decision: 50-49, 49-47, 49-48.
   
   
7. IKF PRO MTR (Mod): Middleweight
   Mariusz Burda (London, England, 1-0-0, 77kg, 174cm, 04-07-74, Sam Nankai, 00447552162638) VS Guy Roberts (Wolverhampton, England, 0-1-0, 74kg, 5'10"', 05-05-80, Linford Melbourne)
   WINNER: Mariusz Burda by TKO 1:03 R2.
   • Guy Roberts receives 30 medical suspension until 17th April 2011
     
     
8. IKF PRO MTR (Mod): Super Middleweight
   Steve Allen, (Birmingham, England, 0-1-0, 78kg, 6'1, 6-7-83, Steve Logan, 00447782103804) VS Peter Clarke (Kent, England, 1-2-0, 78kg, 6'4", 09-01-89, Tony Forde, 00447514105966)
   WINNER: Peter Clarke by unanimous decision: 47-49 46-48 46-49.
   
   
9. IKF PRO MTR (Mod): Super Welterweight
   Glen Sweetman (Birmigham, England, 1-3-0, 67.3kg, 5'10", 11-04-89, Steve Logan, 00447782103804) VS Gareth Hursthouse (Guildford, England, 2-1-0, 69kg, 5'10", 07-07-78, Mick Murphey)
   WINNER: Gareth Hursthouse By unanimous decision, 49-48, 48-50, 46-50.
   
   
10. IKF PRO MTR (Mod): Middleweight
    Spencer James (Birmingham, England 2-0-0, 71.4kg, 178 cm, 08-10-80, Steve Logan 00447782103804) VS Birgie Orn Tomasson (Rexkjavik, Iceland, 0-1-0, 74kg, 178cm, 03-08-81, Vitalis Stakanov, 00443546997137)
    WINNER: Spencer James By unanimous decision: 50-46 50-45 50-46.
    
    
11. IKF PRO MTR (Mod): Light Heavyweight
    Max McCabe (Sutton Coldfield, England 1-0-0, 80kg, 5'11", 27-07-90, Steve Logan 00447782103804,) VS Matthew Richards (Bilston, England, 0-1-0, 78kg, 5'10" , 26-04-90, Linford Melbourne)
    WINNER: Max McCabe by K.O 0:11 R5.
    • Matthew Richards receives 45 medical suspension until 1st June 2011.

MORE IKF RESULTS...

Results From Mike Miles MuayThai & Kickboxing Ltd & CAKMA's
"CHALLENGER 1 -CONCUSSION"
April 23rd, 2011 - Calgary, Alberta, Canada

• WHO: Mike Miles MuayThai & Kickboxing Ltd, with the assistance of CAKMA
• WHERE: Century Casino, Calgary, Alberta, Canada
• WHAT: IKF Championship Kickboxing
• Event Officials: Calgary Combative Sports Commission & CMTC-A
• IKF PROMOTER: Mr. Mike Miles at (403) 208-1296 or by e-mail at mike@mikemiles.com

Saturday April 23 (Easter weekend) saw the 1st installment of the fight series CHALLENGER take place. 'CONCUSSION' was to live up to expectations and more. The event was booked back in January 2011 with 2 of the main bouts featuring Canada against Japanese athletes in World Title bids. But as events of March 2011 unfolded in Japan, the event turned into a fund raiser for those stricken by catastrophe. The event took on the nickname of 'MuayThai for Japan'.

Presented by Ajarn Mike Miles, CAKMA, Mike Miles MuayThai & Kickboxing Ltd., The Calgary SUN, Reflexions of the Garden, the Century Casino (Calgary), The Fan, Travelodge Calgary South, PS Graphics, and Genesis 2.

The event featured a full house. "The support was great for the event and for the cause, Japan and the victims of the earthquake and everything that resulted after", stated promoter Mike Miles. "Easter weekend saw over 70% of my regular sponsors as well as fight supporters out of town. But the venue was full and the event delivered beyond expectation. The athletes and the scheduled fights were awesome, getting standing ovations! "

A special thank you goes Dave Kunz (Avatara Photography) for his amazing photography and enthusiasm to support the event and the fund raising. A thank you goes out to all the sponsors, the coaches (Kru Yuki Tatsuno, Kru Ruth Wilson, Ajarn Amnat Yodkwain, Kru Sincy Outhaivong, Kru Mukai Maromo, Kru Sandra Bastian, Kru Erik Lollike, Kru Jason Jillain, andSifu Greg Louie) and athletes who all acted very professionally, the media, Shelley Evans, Sherry Heyliger of Creative Impetus, all the volunteers and all the fans who came and supported the event for those stricken in Japan.

Thank you to everyone", said Mike Miles. "This event supported our motto of 'Competition in the ring, collaboration in life!' I was blown away by the event period!"

• Main Event: Professional Full MuayThai Rules - 5 Rounds of 3 Minutes
  Misty Sutherland/Kolozetti (Calgary/Miles) vs. Titiana Van Polanen-Petel (Holland/La Rose)
  • There is truth in the old fight saying that 'styles make fights'. Could not have been any truer on this fight. The Dutch girl was a purely defensive fighter in this match, and this has been the style of the Canadian girl for years. Sutherland/Kolozetti was making her professional fight debut while the Dutch girl, Van Polanen-Petel was the two time Professional Shootboxing Champion. In the first two rounds Van Polanen-Petel did not want to exchange and every time Sutherland/Kolozetti pressed the Dutch athlete would move back and circle around the ring. In rounds three and four Sutherland/Kolozetti continued with pressing the fight and throwing long roundhouse kicks and knees, many of which scored to the body. Van Polanen-Petel started to come to life in these rounds, and counter punched with some of the blows catching the advancing Canadian athlete. Sutherland/Kolozetti would counter the Dutch girls counters, but the majority were single shots while the Dutch athlete would counter in two's and three's. Rounds' one and two were handily Sutherland/Kolozetti's while rounds three and four could have been Van Polanen-Petel's by a very slight margin. The fight came down to the final round. Again Sutherland/Kolozetti pressed forward and Polanen-Petel would counter with her hands, again with some scoring but not with any telling effect. Half way through the round the Canadian athlete started delivering roundhouse kicks to the body which scored. When the bout ended, the fight was very close and the nod could have gone either way. The judges scored a split decision to Misty Sutherland/Kolozetti.
    Titiana Van Polanen-Petel was not happy and she felt she won the fight. Two Time World Shootboxing Champion Van Polanen-Petel was first to admit she should not have left the fight in the hands of the judges. "The fight was very close and could have went either way," said Mike Miles. "A rematch in Holland on Titiana's home turf would be a good response to the split decision." Sutherland/Kolozetti found out after the event was over and during her post fight medical that she had a fractured nose. "Misty said nothing about her nose during the fight. I did not find out about the broken nose until the next day", said Miles." There was no point where Sutherland/Kolozetti appeared hurt or stunned by any of the Dutch girl's punches. There was no standing eight nor was there any break in the action as a result of any strong punches by Van Polanen-Petel."
    
    
    
    
    
• Semi-Main Event
  WKL World Junior Middleweight Full MuayThai Rules Title
  5 X 2 Minute Rounds
  Peter Arbeau (Calgary/Miles) vs. Ryo Saito (Japan/Tatsuno)
  • From the opening bell this was a great fight, easily 'The Fight of the Night'. At stake was the WKL World Middleweight MuayThai Title and both athletes looked very fit and focused as they entered the ring. As the bout started, Japanese athlete Saito had one thing in mind and that was cornering and catching the Canadian Arbeau with a knockout shot. Complimenting Saito's skills was an incredible desire to have the hardware around his waist. Looking larger, more muscular, and physically stronger than Arbeau, Saito had techniques and tactics to back up his physical appearance. Arbeau looked very calm and smart in this fight utilizing movement and angles to try and keep Saito from setting. In the first two rounds, Arbeau kept up a very busy work pace and was mixing up his shots very well. Saito, not to be outdone was not shy at exchanging leather as often as he could. Some connected as Arbeau had his bleeding nose dealt with in between rounds one and two. As the bout continued, though Arbeau got some good shots through, Saito looked unfazed and would move forward and kept exchanging with the Canadian. At the end of the 3rd round, Arbeau landed a strong left hook and then pummeled in several head kicks. Saito was dazed and given a standing eight.
    As the bout commenced again the round ended and Saito had time to recover in his corner. In the 4th round, Saito took several good shots that shook him and then Arbeau smelled blood forcing the fight into the clinch trying to and then, landing several knees to the face. Saito was given another standing eight count and as the bout recommenced, still looked shook. Arbeau pounced and followed up with nice head kicks and started a long sustained attack from which Saito suddenly countered. Arbeau, undaunted by the resistance pounced back in and threw an onslaught of punches, kicks, elbows and knees. Having seen enough sustained pressure and no answering by Saito, fearing for the well being of the Japanese athlete, the referee stopped the fight seconds before the bell went off ending the 4th round. The crowd erupted into a standing ovation.
    Saito was visibly upset but he represented himself and his country with skill, pride, honor, and unquestionable desire. This fight will be talked about in Calgary for years to come. Congratulations to Peter Arbeau on the new hardware around his waist, the WKL World Middleweight MuayThai Title. Ryo Saito won the award for the Best Out of Town Athlete and deservedly so.
    
    
    
    
    
• IKF Amateur Full MuayThai Rules Light Welterweight World Title
  5 X 2 Minute Rounds
  Hakeem Dawodu (Calgary/Miles, 26-2, 2010 IKF World Classic Champion)
  VS
  Ryo Takagi (Japan/Kawaguchi, 15-3-1/5)
  • This was also a very good fight from the start. As the fight opened Takagi moved providing angles and threw long range punches. Undaunted, Dawodu faked and landed a teep to the face of the Japanese opponent. After this, every time Dawodu would flinch, the Japanese athlete would move back and provide a different angle to the Canadian. In the first round, there were points where Dawodu would start looking a little tense (as he could not corner the wily Japanese athlete) but he would quickly settle down and fire some long range kicks which were strong and fast enough that Takagi could not get out of the way of (though he blocked them). Dawodu was to eventually settle down and take his time.
    In the second round Dawodu came out controlling the ring and managed to get into the clinch and land a few knees. Takagi would counter quickly with some long punches. Suddenly after another fake, Dawodu jumped in a delivered a jump knee which caught Takagi on the upper chest. The knee lifted and sent Takagi backwards about 4 feet onto his back. Takagi could not make the count from the blow and Dawodu was to win the title by 2nd round TKO.
    Takagi was moving very well and frustrating the Canadian so it would have been interesting to see the fight go longer. On the other hand Dawodu did what was required by settling down and planning his fight attack. Dawodu has kept improving his skills fight by fight and has now shown he is easily one of the best 140 lb. athletes in North America. Congratulations to Hakeem Dawodu on winning the IKF World Light Welterweight MuayThai Title. Dawodu was to win the Best In Town Athlete of the Night.
    
    
• Full MuayThai Rules - 3 Rounds of 2 Minutes - Middleweight
  Phil Leier (Calgary/Miles) vs. Elias Saliba (Toronto/Yodkeripauprai)
  • Calgarian Leier was stepping back into the ring after a nineteen month lay off due to injury. Squaring off against him across the ring was Siam No. 1 athlete Elias Saliba trained by Ajarn Suchart Yodkeripauprai. Leier regularly fights as a welterweight but moved up two divisions to start his comeback in the ring. During his career as his bouts opened, Leier usually started off very fast. In this fight he settled down and seemed content to use his speed to score points on Saliba. The Toronto athlete provided strong resistance. Leier played the fight defensively and would usually open the exchange, and then counter Saliba's counter, usually with scoring body kicks. Saliba would press forward at Leier who would move defensively and counter. Saliba delivered some good punches advancing while Leier did not deliver any strong punches retreating. The fight was a good one for both athletes with neither athlete looking tired or spent at the end of the fight. The decision was unanimous for Phil Leier who successfully restarts his fighting career and looks forward to turning professional soon. "Phil has some tuning up to do yet in his skills as they were a little rusty with the long lay off, and we want to get him down to his regular fighting weight. We have a battle plan to follow and when he is ready, he will turn pro", said Mike Miles.
    
    
• Full MuayThai - 3 Rounds of 2 Minutes / Superlightweight
  Nicci Soutiere (Calgary/Miles) vs. Beth Mason (Toronto/Darwin)
  • Soutiere was the smaller of the two athletes. But size really meant nothing as Mason proved she was very skilled and came to fight. As the fight started both athletes seemed very even in the skills department. However in round two Soutiere turned up the steam and pressed really hard forcing the pressure on Mason. Soutiere started dominating in the clinch and on the outside used her teep at will. Mason fought back valiantly trying to roundhouse kick and use her punches while Soutiere tried to intercept on the outside when Mason kicked and fell into the clinch when Mason wanted to punch. A great fight from two talented athletes.
    Soutiere was to win the nod by unanimous decision.
    
    
• Full MuayThai - 5 Rounds of 2 Minutes / Welterweight
  Robbie Merrill (Edmonton/Maromo) vs. Robert Hsu (Toronto/Amnat)
  • Merrill had not been in the ring in over a year. This is his last amateur MuayThai bout as Merrill will be crossing over to professional MMA. Across the ring from him was Toronto's Robert Hsu. The Toronto athlete did not have as much experience as Merrill but he was still a skilled fighter. Hsu exchanged with and pressed the attack as much as Merrill did. Midway through round three, Merrill delivered a spinning back elbow which dropped Hsu down for the count.
    Merrill was to win by 3rd round TKO.
    
    
• Modified MuayThai - 3 Rounds of 2 Minutes / Super Middleweight
  Brad Hunt (Calgary/Miles) vs. Ryan O'Donnell (Winnipeg/Outhaivong)
  • There was a lot of give and take between these two fighters. O'Donnell used his reach and delivered long punches up the center as well as long kicks. Hunt maintained his composure and pressed forward landing as many body shots as he could. This as a very close fight and again could have went either way.
    Brad Hunt was to take a split decision in this bout.
    
    
• Modified MuayThai - 3 Rounds of 2 Minutes / Lightweight
  Max Carruthers (Calgary/Miles) vs. Bruce Tran (Calgary/Louie)
  • This was a superb opening to the fight event. A war between two up and coming warriors. Tran has a strong background in San Shou and it showed every time Carruthers went into the clinch. It was difficult for Tran to forget his San Shou training as he has over 30 fights in San Shou. Nicely placed sweeps and even a hip throw were used. Carruthers weathered a very strong round one by Tran (in which Carruthers was given a standing eight). As the fight progressed Carruthers was not to back down and kept the pressure on. By round three Carruthers appeared to have figured out his opponent but it was too late in the scoring of the match.
    Bruce Tran was to win the decision unanimously while also proving he is a very skilled athlete. Carruthers showed heart to the nth dgree.

FRIDAY, April 26th, 2011, AT 10:05 PM/ PST

IKF Kickboxing's Grand Affair...This Weekend!
Kickboxing Show may be sign of Resurrected Sport
Saturday, April 30th, Lincoln, California, USA
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This Saturday, April 30 will be a historic day for Kickboxing and Thunder Valley Casino located in Lincoln, California, one of the premier casinos in the state. The casino will be be the location for IKF Muay Thai Kickboxing and will in fact be the casino's first live full contact fight sport event. Fighters and fans have been anticipating such an event for years. The show will feature five IKF title bouts and a full card of preliminary fights between combatants from distinguished fight clubs. Johnny Davis, President of AK Promotions notes that "We are doing this event in conjunction with Joslin's Martial Arts of Auburn, CA who will be hosting a Martial Arts Tournament earlier in the day which will include assorted martial arts and IKF Point Kickboxing divisions but we are appreciative for the opportunity to produce our full contact show and feel that the fans and the casino are in for a real treat. All reports are that fighters are ready to show why the sport deserves to be at the top of the entertainment industry! We are pulling out all the stops for this event as we will have the music blasting, cameras rolling, excellent lighting, great drinks and food combined with super fights!"

There is also a public weigh-in scheduled for Friday night at 6:PM at the Rocklin Kickboxing and Boxing Club located at 4415 Granite Drive, Ste. 600 in Rocklin, CA (95677) just a few miles from the Casino. It's a great opportunity to come by and meet fighters and get pictures and autographs. You will want to be apart of this event!

Approximately 14 Fights (Subject to Change) will be on the card. Current IKF United States Champion Jon "The Hawk" Pryor of Sacramento who has defeated almost everyone in his division will be stepping up for a long awaited IKF World title fight against Aleksander Naumoski of San Jose, California who was previously on the card for another IKF title fight. However, due to Pryor's original opponent breaking his hand while training, it gave an excellent opportunity to Naumoski who has fought around the world and has an identical record as Pryor. It's clear that this will be a great fight and both men will have to dig deep because the stakes are high as the winner will be a new IKF World Champion and begin to accept challenges from fighters from around the world elevating their profile.

Bringing more excitement to the ring will be IKF Welterweight Muay Thai Champion Daniel "Hitman" Hodges of Rocklin, California who is growing in popularity as many in the fight world are starting to appreciate his non stop locomotive approach to fighting. He will be defending his IKF West Coast Muay Thai title against tough Josh San Diego of San Jose, California.

Two Time IKF Champion T.J. Arcangle of San Francisco, California may have the toughest fight of his career against another two time IKF Champion Roberto Morales of Elk Grove, California. Morales has been chomping at the bits for over a year or so... calling out Arcangle and on this Saturday night, he will get his chance. All will see whether it was just talk or will he silence the doubters.

Plus, 265lbs Manny Mancha of Fresno / Elk Grove California battles 6'8" Xavier Vigney of Vallejo, California for the IKF Super Heavyweight California Title. Both men have been downed by current IKF United States Champion John 'Big Sexy' Hurny of San Jose, California and both are looking at the final chance to avenge their one loss on his next title defense scheduled for July 1st in Sacramento.

Finally, newcomer, Ed Abosolo of Vallejo will be taking on Brooks Hurd of Dublin, California for the IKF Light Middleweight California Light Title.

In an effort to continue to brand Kickboxing and AK Promotion's Feet and Fists of Fury Brand of Hot Entertainment, there will be Kickboxing T- Shirts on sale as well as other martial arts accessories.

The advance $40 general and $50 Ringside tickets (Add $10 at the Door) will be a great bargain for the action happening at Thunder Valley this Saturday night. Fight fans will get a chance to get up close and personal and see for themselves why IKF Muay Thai / Championship Kickboxing is the "dark horse" of contact sports!

The Fury Dance Team formerly the Inferno Dancers will also be assisting with round cards while entertaining the fans. The show is in part sponsored by Norcal Beverage of Loomis, CA, distributors of Budweiser Beer and The Rocklin Kickboxing and Boxing Club. This is a Private Event, Open to the Public!

More information on tickets etc. available at www.AKPromotions.org or contact Johnny Davis at (916) 205-4762, 630-9254 or by e-mail at johnnyd@akpromotions.org - For Event Tickets go to akpromotions.tix.com

JUST SOMETHING TO THINK ABOUT...

THE BRICK

A young and successful executive was traveling down a neighborhood street, going a bit too fast in his new Jaguar. He was watching for kids darting out from between parked cars and slowed down when he thought he saw something.

As his car passed, no children appeared. Instead, a brick smashed into the Jag's side door! He slammed on the brakes and backed the Jag back to the spot where the brick had been thrown.

The angry driver then jumped out of the car, grabbed the nearest kid and pushed him up against a parked car shouting, "What was that all about and who are you? Just what the heck are you doing? That's a new car and that brick you threw is going to cost a lot of money. Why did you do it?" The young boy was apolo-getic. "Please, mister...please, I'm sorry but I didn't know what else to do," He pleaded. "I threw the brick because no one else would stop..."

With tears dripping down his face and off his chin, the youth pointed to a spot just around a parked car. "It's my brother, "he said. "He rolled off the curb and fell out of his wheelchair and I can't lift him up."

Now sobbing, the boy asked the stunned executive, "Would you please help me get him back into his wheelchair? He's hurt and he's too heavy for me."

Moved beyond words, the driver tried to swallow the rapidly swelling lump in his throat. He hurriedly lifted the handi-capped boy back into the wheelchair, then took out a linen handkerchief and dabbed at the fresh scrapes and cuts.

A quick look told him everything was going to be okay. "Thank you and may God bless you," the grateful child told the stranger. Too shook up for words, the man simply watched the boy! push his wheelchair-bound brother down the sidewalk toward their home.

It was a long, slow walk back to the Jaguar. The damage was very noticeable, but the driver never bothered to repair the dented side door. He kept the dent there to remind him of this message:

"Don't go through life so fast that someone has to throw a brick at you to get your attention!"

FRIDAY, April 22nd, 2011, AT 7:10 PM/ PST

THIS WEEKENDS IKF ACTION...

Mike Miles MuayThai & Kickboxing Ltd & CAKMA Present
"CHALLENGER 1 -CONCUSSION"
Calgary, Alberta, Canada

• WHEN: Saturday, April 23rd, 2011
• WHO: Mike Miles MuayThai & Kickboxing Ltd, with the assistance of CAKMA
• WHERE: Century Casino, Calgary, Alberta, Canada
• WHAT: IKF Championship Kickboxing
• Event Officials: Calgary Combative Sports Commission & CMTC-A
• IKF PROMOTER: Mr. Mike Miles at (403) 208-1296 or by e-mail at mike@mikemiles.com

WEDNESDAY, April 20th, 2011, AT 7:50 PM/ PST

Results From Ringside Promotions'
"KICKBOXING FIGHT NIGHT"
April 16th, 2011 - Thurles, Ireland

• WHO: Ringside Promotions, Pat John Mc Cool
• WHERE: Sarsfield Social Centre, Thurles, Ireland
• WHAT: IKF Championship Kickboxing
• IKF Event Representative: Pete Foley
• IKF PROMOTER: Pat John Mc Cool, Mob: 00353 87 9359123
• ON THE WEB: www.ThurlesKickboxingClub.com

IKF Promoter and midlands area representative Pat John Mc Cool put on a first class show in the Sarsfields GAA centre, Thurles on Saturday 16th April to a packed house of almost 500 enthusiastic and very vocal fight fans. Mr. Mc Cool had a total of 13 bouts (including two demos) with the main event being an IKF Junior European Title fight and two IKF All Ireland Title fights, one of which was a low kick bout and the first low kick Title fight in Ireland since the nineties.

The show had an exciting undercard which started with two demonstration bouts between Anthony Cooney Vs Gavin Hayden and Michael Scully Vs Bradley Kirwan which were both draws. IKF All Ireland Representative Mr. Pete Foley presented Mr. Pat John Mc Cool with his 3rd dan Black Belt certificate in recognition of his work for kickboxing in Ireland.

The full results are as follows:

1. IKF AMATEUR FCR
   Robbie Parle from Billy O Sullivans gym, Waterford defeated Connor Broderick from PJ Mc Cools gym, Thurles by unanimous decision, 27-30, 27-30, 26-30.
   
   
2. IKF AMATEUR FCR
   Luke Short from Eddie Moloneys gym, Limerick defeated John Crawford from Tommy Mc Caffertys gym, Derry by knockout at 1:50 of the first round with a crisp right hook.
   • IKF Ireland recommend a 45 day suspension for John Crawford from the date of the KO.
     
     
3. IKF AMATEUR FCR
   Stephen O' Driscoll from PJ Mc Cools gym, Thurles defeated Mark Mc Connell from Ross Barretts gym, Cappaquin by majority decision, 29-28, 30-30, 29-28.
   
   
4. IKF AMATEUR FCR
   Liam Ryan from PJ Mc Cools gym, Thurles defeated Sean Maher from Dragons Lair Kilkenny by unanimous decision, 29-28, 29-28, 29-28.
   
   
5. IKF AMATEUR FCR
   David Ryan from Howard Vincents gym, Shannon defeated Dylan Mc Kay from PJ Mc Cools gym, Thurles by unanimous decision, 26-29, 25-29, 25-29.
   
   
6. IKF AMATEUR FCR
   Justin Croke from PJ Mc Cools gym, Thurles and Danny Joyce from Howard Vincents gym, Shannon fought to a majority draw, 29-29, 30-30, 30-29.
   
   
7. IKF AMATEUR IR
   Martin Barnaville from PJ Mc Cools gym, Thurles and Martin Murray from Pete Foleys gym, Galway fought to a split decision draw in the first low kick bout of the evening, 29-29, 28-30, 30-29.
   
   
8. IKF AMATEUR FCR All Ireland Atomweight Title
   Joleen Riley (Challenger) from Thurles defeated Megan Maher (Champion) from Pat Rocketts gym, Waterford by unanimous decision, 49-48, 50-48, 50-46.
   
   
9. IKF JUNIOR AMATEUR IR All Ireland Light Welterweight Title
   Chris Coyle from Joe Wilsons gym, Donegal defeated Paul Pike from Thurles by majority decision, 47-49, 48-49, 48-48.
   This was a hard fought tooth and nail bout that could have went either way. Surely a rematch on the cards down the line.
   
   
10. IKF AMATEUR FCR
    Eddie Barnaville from PJ Mc Cools gym, Thurles defeated Adam Elafani from France by TKO in round two in the first International contest of the evening.
    • IKF Ireland recommend a 30 day suspension for Adam Elafani from the date of the TKO.
      
      
11. IKF JUNIOR AMATEUR FCR European Lightweight Title
    Eddie Nait from France defeated Dylan O' Connor from Ross Barretts gym, Cappaquin by knockout in the second round.
    • IKF Ireland recommend a 45 day suspension for Dylan O' Connor from the date of the KO.

MONDAY, April 18th, 2011, AT 6:00 PM/ PST

Results From Taurus Promotions / Absolute Adrenaline's
"Fight Max Showdown"
April 17th, 2011 - Plymouth, England

• WHO: Taurus Promotions / Absolute Adrenaline
• WHERE: Karma Nightclub, Plymouth, England
• WHAT:
  • IKF Pro Muay Thai & Amateur Kickboxing
  • ISCF Amateur MMA
  • IAB Boxing
• IKF/ISCF/IAB Event Representative: Carl Sams
• IKF/ISCF/IAB Event Referee: Howard Hughes
• IKF/ISCF/IAB Judges: Gary Chiplin, Graham Robinson, John Cooper
• IKF/ISCF/IAB Timekeeper: Lisa Cooper
• Ringside Physician (MD): Dr. Bernard
• Ambulance: South West Paramedic Services inc.
• IKF/ISCF/IAB PROMOTER: Mr. Jim Hamilton at 00447756801465

• IKF Pro MTR (Modified) Southern Area Super Middleweight Title
  Jimmy Regan (Redruth, England, 5-0, 74.7kg, 5'10", 14-02-85, Al Oakley 01209 610187) VS Mark Harvey (Plymouth, England, 4-2, 74.0kg, 5'11", 22-08-79, Dave Wilkins 00447766004766)
  Winner: Jimmy Regan by unanimous decision 48-47, 48-47, 50-45.
  
  
• IKF Am FCR Southern Area Lightweight Title
  Dan Church (Redruth, England, 6-1, 58.1kg, 5'8", 03-06-88, Al Oakley 01209 610187) VS Greg Reeves (Plymouth, England, 3-2, 59.0kg, 5'11", 15-02-88, Jim Hamilton 00447763801465)
  Winner: Dan Church by unanimous decision 50-45, 50-45, 50-45.
  
  
• IKF Pro MTR (Mod) Light Middleweight
  Nick Lord (Ilybridge, England, 1-0, 73.0kg, 6'0", 26-09-81, Jim Hamilton 00447763801465) VS Mark Agnew, (Falmouth, England, 0-1, 71.4Kg, 5'10", 29-03-83, Ian Davies TBC)
  Winner: Nick Lord by unanimous decision 50-45, 49-47, 49-47.
  
  
• IKF Pro MTR (Mod) Light Middleweight
  Dan Gifford (Cheddar, England, 1-3, 71.5kg, 5'11", 17-02-93, Kevin Luddick 00447916247189) VS Aaieron Orme (Plymouth, England, 0-3, 71.5kg, 5'7", 25-07-84, Jim Hamilton 00447763801465)
  Winner: Dan Gifford by KO at 1.20 of round 4.
  • Aaieron Orme Recieves 45 day medical suspension until 2nd June 2011
    
    
• IKF Pro MTR (Mod) Light Welterweight
  Ameen Alkailany ( Pentwyn, Wales, 9-5-1, 65.1kg, 5'10", 04-01-91, Lee Power 00447792204881) VS Matt Murt (Padstow, England, 8-5, 62.6kg, 5'10", 19-11-84, Al Oakley 01209 610187)
  Winner: Ameen Alkailany by KO at 1.20 of round 1.
  • Matt Murt Recieves 45 day medical suspension until 2nd June 2011
    
    
• IKF Pro MTR (Mod) Middleweight
  John Fulton (Oreston, England, 1-1, 75.5kg, 6'1", 04-08-87, Jim Hamilton 00447763801465) VS Shaun Carter (Macclesfield, England, 0-1, 73.7kg, 6'1", 20-05-87, Ian Davies TBC)
  Winner: John Fulton by split decision 49-46, 49-47, 47-49.
  
  
• ISCF Amateur MMA - Middleweight
  Harry Mclemen (Plymouth, England, 1-0, 81.4kg, 6'1", 14-11-86, Danny McMillan 00447773037523) VS Bart Oruba ( Plymouth, England, 0-1, 80.3kg, 5'9", Jimmy Hamilton 00447763801465)
  Winner: Harry Mclemen by rear naked choke at 1:11 of round 2.
  
  
• ISCF Amateur MMA - Lightweight
  Tom Venning (Yelverton, England, 1-1, 69.0kg, 5'8", 24-07-84, Jim Hamilton 00447763801465) VS Jamie Reynolds (Plymouth, England, 0-2, 66.5kg, 5'10", 22-07-92, Danny McMillan 00447773037523)
  Winner: Tom Venning by split decision 30-27, 30-27, 29-28.
  
  
• IAB White Collar Boxing: Light Welterweight
  Mike Brent (Tavistock, England, 7-2-1, 64.5kg, 5'8", 02-11-80, Jim Hamilton 00447763801465) VS Danny Lawson (Saltash, England, 8-9, 61.6kg, 5'6", 27-05-71, G France, 00447737576637)
  Winner: Mike Brent by split decision 29-28, 30-28, 28-30

MORE IKF NEWS...

Pete Foley's Gym
IS BACK!

IKF Ireland Representative, Promoter and Trainer Pete Foley and his Team have bounced back rather quickly after a fire destroyed their Black Dragon Gym last month. A few days ago Pete sent us these photos of what is now the "NEW" Black Dragon Gym!

Pete says his overall plan is to move back to his old location after it's rebuilt, but for now, the New Black Dragon Gym is VERY Impressive to say the least!
Check it out below!

FRIDAY, April 15th, 2011, AT 1:45 PM/ PST

THIS WEEKENDS IKF ACTION...

Ringside Promotions Presents
"KICKBOXING FIGHT NIGHT"
Thurles, Ireland

• WHEN: Saturday, April 16th, 2011
• WHO: Ringside Promotions, Pat John Mc Cool
• WHERE: Sarsfield Social Centre, Thurles, Ireland
• WHAT: IKF Championship Kickboxing
• IKF Event Representative: Pete Foley
• IKF PROMOTER: Pat John Mc Cool, Mob: 00353 87 9359123
• ON THE WEB: www.ThurlesKickboxingClub.com

IKF Amateur IR All Ireland Light Welterweight Title
Paul Pike (Thurles) VS Chris Coyle (Donegal)

AND...

IKF Amateur FCR Junior European Lightweight Title
Dillon O Connor (Cappaquin - Current IKF All Ireland & 5 Nations Champion) VS Eddie Nait-Slimani

MORE IKF ACTION THIS WEEKEND...

K-Star Promotions Presents
"THAI BOXING"
Edgbaston, Birmingham, England

• WHEN: Saturday, April 16th, 2011
• WHO: K-Star Promotions, Steve Logan
• WHERE: Tower Ballroom, Reservoir Road, Edgbaston, Birmingham, England
• WHAT: IKF Pro Muay Thai
• IKF Event Representative: Dawn Willock
• IKF Event Referee: Carl Chamberlain
• IKF Judges: Dave Ellett, Shaun Boland, Chris Podesta
• IKF Timekeeper: Ravi Ranji
• Ringside Physician (MD) & Ambulance: Pro-Care Paramedic Team & Doctor
• IKF PROMOTER: Mr. Steve Logan at 07866365963
• ON THE WEB: www.K-StarThaiboxing.com

• FIGHT CARD AS OF Wednesday, April 13th, 2011, 5:17 AM/PST
  
  
  1. IKF Pro MTR Lightweight
     Olande ?? ( 1-0, Master Lec) VS Nathan Richards ( 0-0, Kickz)
     
     
  2. IKF Pro MTR Super Cruiserweight
     Sebastian Luszczek ( 0-0, Ko South) VS Mark Timms ( 0-1, K-Star)
     
     
  3. IKF Pro MTR Super Middleweight
     Mariusz Burda ( 1-0, Ko South) VS Guy Roberts ( 0-0, Kickz)
     
     
  4. IKF Pro MTR Super Middleweight
     Peter Clarke ( 1-1, Manchester Thai) VS Steve Allen ( 0-1, K-Star)
     
     
  5. IKF Pro MTR Light Middleweight
     Davindar Singh ( 2-1, K-Star) VS Oleg Jablonis ( 2-1, Oxford)
     
     
  6. IKF Pro MTR Light Heavyweight
     Alix Wilson ( 2-0-1, Kings Gym) VS Tom Chesterfield ( 4-1, K-Star)
     
     
  7. IKF Pro MTR Light Heavyweight
     Matt Richards ( 0-0, Kickz) VS Max McCabe ( 0-0, K-Star)
     
     
  8. IKF Pro MTR Welterweight
     Kieran Fortune ( 2-0, K-Star) VS Ed Hartingan ( 1-0, TBC)

MORE IKF ACTION THIS WEEKEND...

Taurus Promotions / Absolute Adrenaline Present
"Fight Max Showdown"
Plymouth, England

• WHEN: Sunday, April 17th, 2011
• WHO: Taurus Promotions / Absolute Adrenaline
• WHERE: Karma Nightclub, Plymouth, England
• WHAT:
  • IKF Pro Muay Thai & Amateur Kickboxing
  • ISCF Amateur MMA
  • IAB Boxing
• IKF/ISCF/IAB Event Representative: Carl Sams
• IKF/ISCF/IAB Event Referee: Howard Hughes
• IKF/ISCF/IAB Judges: Peter Mortlock, John Cooper, Gary Chiplin
• IKF/ISCF/IAB Timekeeper: Lisa Cooper
• Ringside Physician (MD) & Ambulance: South West Paramedic Services inc.
• IKF/ISCF/IAB PROMOTER: Mr. Jim Hamilton at 00447756801465

• FIGHT CARD AS OF Wednesday, March 23rd, 2011 5:58 AM/PST
  
  
  1. IKF Southern Area Am FCR Lightweight Title
     Greg Reeves (Taurus) VS Callum Mason (Koncept)
     
     
  2. IKF Southern Area Pro MTR (Mod) Super Middleweight Title
     Mark Harvey (Wildkick) VS Jimmy Regan (WAKT)
     
     
  3. ISCF Amateur MMA - Lightweight
     Tom Venning (Taurus) VS Jamie Reynolds (Mcmillan MA)
     
     
  4. ISCF Amateur MMA - Middleweight
     Dane Wakeham (Taurus) VS Shaun Blight (Mcmillan MA)
     
     
  5. ISCF Amateur MMA - Welterweight
     Harry Mclemen (Mcmillan MA) VS Ollie Renon (Shaolin )
     
     
  6. IKF Pro Muay Thai (Mod) Super Welterweight
     Aaerion Ormes (Taurus) VS Jed Lye (Wildkick)
     
     
  7. IKF Pro Muay Thai (Mod) Middleweight
     John Fulton (Taurus) VS Shaun Carter (Falmouth Thai)
     
     
  8. IKF Pro Muay Thai (Mod)Light Middleweight
     Nick Lord (Taurus) VS Mark Agnew (Falmouth Thai)
     
     
  9. IKF Pro Muay Thai (Mod) Light Welterweight
     Matt Murt (WAKT) VS Dave Weighill (King Tiger)
     
     
  10. IKF Pro Muay Thai (Mod) Lightweight
      Michal Swiatnicki (Taurus) VS Dan Church (WAKT)
      
      
  11. IKF Amateur FCR - Light Welterweight
      Mike Brent (Taurus) VS TBA (Ireland)
      
      
  12. IAB White Collar Boxing: Light Welterweight
      Danny Lawson (Pilgrim) VS Henry Johnson (Bulldog)

THURSDAY, April 14th, 2011, AT 8:30 PM/ PST

Results From Jordan Pallen's 10th Golden Gate Internationals
"IKF Point Muay Thai / Kickboxing"
April 9th, 2011 - Santa Clara, California, USA

• WHO: Jordan Pallen's 10th Golden Gate Internationals
• WHERE: 5101 Great America Parkway, Santa Clara, California, USA
• WHAT: IKF Point Muay Thai / Kickboxing
• IKF/PKB Event Representative: Johnny Davis
• INFO: Mr. Jordan Pallen at (510) 483-6560.

• Junior Girls 11-13- Muay Thai - Intermediate
  1. Shannah Gozo, San Francisco, California, USA
  2. Kiahna Barragan, Santa Rosa, California, USA
  3. Jasmine Sunga, San Francisco, California, USA
     
     
• Junior Girls 12-14 Muay Thai- Advance
  1. Katrina Nahe, Antioch, California, USA
  2. Beatrice McGourty, Santa Rosa, California, USA
     
     
• Junior Boys 15-16- Intermediate
  1. Jacob Macalolooy, Union City, California, USA
  2. Victor Irwing, Dallas, Texas, USA
     
     
• Jr. Boys- 16-17- Advanced
  1. Robert Burgess, Ceres, California, USA ( Winner by Default cd.bl)
  2. Daniel Pruitt, Danville, California, USA
     
     
• Men Advanced 150-160 Muay Thai
  1. Justin Salinas, San Francisco, California, USA
  2. Alex Ewing, San Francisco, California, USA
  3. Alan Troung, Dallas, Texas, USA
     
     
• Men 160-175- Special - Intermediate
  1. Terrance House, Hayward, California, USA
  2. Jeff Fong, San Francisco, California, USA
     
     
• Men 160-170- Intermediate
  1. Brian Abesamis, San Francisco, California, USA
  2. Mike Lewis, Napa, California, USA
     
     
• Men / Jr. Men- 17 &18 yrs. 165-175
  1. Andres Hernandez, Napa, California, USA
  2. Juan Mesa, San Leandro, California, USA
     
     
• Men Beginners 150-160- Muay Thai
  1. Wesam Dawah, San Francisco, California, USA
  2. Adriel Pebenito, Santa Rosa, California, USA
  3. Jake Haas, Santa Rosa, California, USA
     
     
• Men 170-180 Advanced
  1. Victor Oreamuno, Dallas, Texas, USA
  2. Mike Hofter, San Francisco, California, USA
  3. Justin Sunga, San Francisco, California, USA
     
     
• Men Intermediate 180-195 Muay Thai
  1. Bill More, Union City, California, USA
  2. Rashid Sahirov, Los Angeles, California, USA
     
     
• Men Super Heavyweight 215.1 Above
  1. Gary Grant, Antioch, California, USA
  2. Robert Squyers, Jr., San Francisco, California, USA
     
     

Competitor lands nice Jab AS PKB Official John Noble (L) and PKB Referee Johnny Davis watch.

Some participants enjoy a laugh with
L-R: Johnny Davis, Trainer Kru Sam Phimsoutham
Back Row in Black: PKB Officials:
Tom Shively, Foresthill, CA, Trey Howard of Vallejo, CA and John Noble of Sacramento, CA.

More information on IKF Point Kickboxing at www.IKFPKB.com
or for info on the Golden Gate Internationals, Contact Mr. Jordan Pallen at ggnationals@aol.com- (510) 483-6560.

TUESDAY, April 11th, 2011, AT 7:20 PM/ PST

Trainer Danny Dring
Co-Authors
Stay in the Fight...
"A Martial Athlete's Guide to Preventing and Overcoming Injury"

Danny Dring (R) has been a martial artist for more than 30 years and has black belts in taekwondo, jujutsu and Brazilian jiu-jitsu. Many here may know Danny for his winning teams at the IKF World Classic Tournaments over the years. He and co-author Johnny D. Taylor have written Stay In the Fight: A Martial Athlete's Guide to Overcoming and Preventing Injury to help martial artists and athletes who are dealing with training injuries.

This new, full-color book offers a holistic discussion on how to achieve and maintain optimal wellness through a variety of mental, physical and emotional means. The book is available now at Amazon by clicking HERE.

For more info click HERE.

THURSDAY, April 7th, 2011, AT 3:15 PM/ PST

IKF Kickboxing Meets the Mainstream of Sports Entertainment
With First Live Kickboxing Show at
Thunder Valley's Casino

Saturday, April 30th, Lincoln, CA

PRESS PAGE CLICK HERE


Event Commercial

"The City of Sacramento CA may be losing their Pro Basketball Team ( Kings ) but there will still be a lot of entertainment for sports fans in the Sacramento area!"
Johnny Davis regarding his Kickboxing promotions in the area.

Although not confirmed, it does indeed seem apparent that the Sacramento Kings Basketball team is leaving the city of Sacramento (CA) This being said, other sports like IKF Muay Thai / Kickboxing is looking to get their share of the diluted fan base of the Kings. Thunder Valley Casino located in Lincoln, CA and one of the premier casinos in the state will be the location of the next IKF Muay Thai Kickboxing Championship promoted by Rocklin's AK Promotions Company on Saturday, April 30th, 2011.

AK Promotions has been promoting several successful shows in the area in the past two years. Crowds have been packing ballrooms and other fight venues to watch one of the greatest contact sports in the world...Kickboxing! Johnny Davis, President of AK Promotions notes that " its been a long time coming and finally getting a venue like Thunder Valley Casino to allow Kickboxing events is a sure advancement. We are constantly up against other sports and are looking forward showing off the talent of our kickboxing community. Plans are to produce a dynamite show for all to see on April 30th! Some of the best fighters in the country will be on the card and those in the audience should get ready for a real treat!" says Davis.

Approximately 15 Fights will be on the card including IKF Welterweight Muay Thai Champion Daniel "Hitman" Hodges of Rocklin, CA who will be defending his IKF West Cost Muay Thai title against tough Josh San Diego of San Jose, CA.

Other locals slated to fight are Rich Davis and Sean Cronin of Rocklin. Additionally, IKF United States Champion Jon "The Hawk" Pryor of Sacramento who has defeated almost everyone in his division will be stepping up for a long awaited IKF World Title fight against undefeated top contender sporting a record of 8-0 Armin Safiari presently residing in Dublin, CA.

Two Time IKF Champion TJ Arcangle of San Francisco, CA may have the toughest fight of his career against another two time IKF Champion Roberto Morales of Elk Grove. Plus, 265lbs Manuel Mancha of Fresno / Elk Grove CA will be battling 6'8" Xavier Vigney of Vallejo, CA for the IKF Super Heavyweight California Championship.

Newcomer, Ed Abosolo of Vallejo will be taking on Aleksander Naumaski of San Jose for a IKF CA Light Middleweight Title. The $40 general and $50 Ringside tickets will be a great bargain for the action happening at Thunder Valley April 30th. Fight fans will get a chance to get up close and personal and see for themselves why IKF Muay Thai / Championship Kickboxing is the "dark horse" of contact sports!

AK Promotions plans to continue to bring exciting kickboxing action to the area with another grand show planned for Friday, July 1st at the Doubletree Hotel in Sacramento to kick off the July 4th weekend. With the Las Vegas atmosphere complete with special lighting, great drinks and food with a taste of entertainment from the Inferno Dance Team out of Sacramento and not to mention great fights, one hopes that Thunder Valley Casino could become a permanent home for such events. The show is in part sponsored by Norcal Beverage of Loomis, CA, distributors of Budweiser Beer and The Rocklin Kickboxing and Boxing Club.

More information on tickets etc. available at www.AKPromotions.org - For question contact Johnny Davis at johnnyd@akpromotions.org (916) 205-4762, 630-9254, For Event Tickets go to akpromotions.tix.com

OTHER IKF NEWS...

Update on IKF Ireland's Pete Foley's Gym that was destroyed by fire last month...


Their BACK!

THIS WEEKENDS IKF ACTION...

Jordan Pallen's 10th Golden Gate Internationals
"IKF Point Muay Thai / Kickboxing"
Santa Clara, California, USA

• WHEN: Saturday, April 9th, 2011
• WHO: Jordan Pallen's 10th Golden Gate Internationals
• WHERE: 5101 Great America Parkway, Santa Clara, California, USA
• WHAT: IKF Point Muay Thai / Kickboxing
• IKF/PKB Event Representative: Johnny Davis
• INFO: Mr. Jordan Pallen at (510) 483-6560.

WEDNESDAY, April 6th, 2011, AT 7:00 PM/ PST

Results From Ray Tadena's
"IKF Point Muay Thai / Kickboxing"
April 2nd, 2011 - Sacramento, California, USA

• WHO: Ray Tadena
• WHERE: Inderkum High School, 2500 New Market Drive, Sacramento, California, USA
• WHAT: IKF Point Muay Thai / Kickboxing
• IKF/PKB Event Representative: Johnny Davis
• INFO: Johnny Davis at (916) 205-4762, e-mail: johnnyd@akpromotions.org

Fighters from across the State traveled to Sacramento, CA to Mr. Ray Tadena' Karate Tournament that included IKF Point Kickboxing action. The event was well attended with fighters and kickboxing fans. The event was fun and fair for all. See results below. Some fighters seen below.

• Jr. Girls/ Boys 9 years old
  1. Danielle Garner, Sacramento, California, USA
  2. Malik Safi, Sacramento, California, USA
     
     
• Jr. Boys, 13-15, International Rules
  1. Anthony Howard, Senora, California, USA
  2. Jesse Cervantes, Rocklin, California, USA
     
     
• Jr. Boys 16 Years - 135-140- Muay Thai
  1. Joseph Morales, Sacramento, California, USA
  2. Luke Nunes, Senora, California, USA
     
     
• Jr. Boys 15-17 - 150-160- Muay Thai
  1. Casey Jackson, East Palo Alto, California, USA
  2. Mario Silveira. Fairfield, California, USA
  3. Levon Petrosya, Citrus Heights, California, USA
     
     
• Junior Boys 135-140 - 17 Years
  1. Nemo Vier, Fairfield, California, USA
  2. Josiah McHale, Sacramento, California, USA
     
     
• Women 150 lbs. MT
  1. Joanne Saiz, Sacramento- CQC, California, USA
  2. Merissa Freemen, Sacramento MTL, California, USA
     
     
• Men 150.1-165 - Muay Thai
  1. A.J. Safi, Elk Grove, California, USA
  2. Noe Tellez, Hayward, California, USA
  3. Joseph McHale, Laguna Beach, California, USA
  4. Carlos Chavarria, Hayward, California, USA
     
     
• Men 135 - 145 - Muay Thai
  1. Glen Wheeler, Auburn, California, USA
  2. Nick Sperling, Auburn, California, USA
  3. Robert Pryor, Sacramento, California, USA
  4. Richard McLain, Fairfield, California, USA
     
     
• Adult Men 165-180- Muay Thai
  1. Angelo Trevino, California, USA
  2. Ricky Chavarria, Hayward, California, USA
  3. Manuel Perea, California, USA
  4. Kyle Wilkinson, California, USA
     
     
• Men- Super Heavyweight 215 and above
  1. Nick Duncan, Fairfield, California, USA
  2. Colby Angus, Auburn, California, USA
     
     
• Men Heavyweight 180-195 Muay Thai
  1. Brett Lawton, Auburn, California, USA
  2. Gomer Masumbuko, Auburn, California, USA
  3. Anthony Bordoni, Citrus Heights, California, USA
  4. Kevin Hanely, Yuba City, California, USA

Special thanks to Mr. Ray Tadena for allowing IKF Point Kickboxing in his event. Thanks too to the California Black Belt League. More information on upcoming events at www.IKFPKB.com or www.californiabbl.com or Johnny Davis at (916) 205-4762.

More...
PKB News

Oklahoma, USA: Congratulation to New IKF Point Kickboxing State Representative for Oklahoma, USA Mr. Jason Epps. Mr. Epps is a long time martial artist and kick boxer. He owns and operates a Premier Martial Arts School in Oklahoma City.

Mr. Epps will oversee IKF Point Kickboxing events in the State. The appointment came after months of dialogue and training ending with an IKF Point Kickboxing tournament at his Club in Oklahoma, that was run by IKF PKB President Johnny Davis.

"Jason is very qualified to oversee IKF Point Kickboxing. He has a very good understanding of the sport and is passionate about its growth recognizing its value to the sport." Davis noted.

For more information, contact
Mr. Epps at
premierokc@gmail.com - (405) 408-5768.

TUESDAY, April 5th, 2011, AT 6:00 PM/ PST

Results From Kickin' Promotions'
"Fight Max Showdown"
April 2nd, 2011 - Essex, England

• WHO: Kickin' Promotions
• WHERE: Circus Tavern Complex, Essex, England
• WHAT: IKF Championship Kickboxing
• IKF Event Representative: Carl Sams
• IKF Event Referee: Wayne Rodrigues
• IKF Judges: Nick Aish, Lee Beeston, Dan Chubb, Paul Hawor
• IKF Timekeeper: Sarah Beeston
• Ringside Physician (MD): Dr Luke
• Ambulance Service: JonAcc Paramedic Services
• IKF PROMOTER: Steve Kerridge / Jeff Watts, 00447958037950

1. IKF Pro IR British Cruiserweight Title
   Reece Rowell (Aveley, England, 9-2, 84.2kg, 5'10",11-05-89, Steve Kerridge, 00447958037950) VS Gezim Wihaj (Dagenham, England, 8-3, 81.5kg, 5'10", 16-04-91, Joe Wharwood TBC)
   • This was a solid encounter between two excellent fighters. Rowell, an accomplished full contact fighter came in as slight underdog, with Wihaj being the more experienced in International rules. The early rounds were a mixture of feeling out and trying tactics but it didn't take long before Rowell began off-loading his trademark bombs with fast and furious punch combinations. Wihaj returned with punches but they lacked the power to trouble Rowell. However his low kicks began to tell quite early as Rowell's lead leg began to colour up. By the 4th round it was Wihaj who was taking the low kicks as Rowell found success by landing kicks to the inside and out following punch combinations. One such combination in the 6th saw Wihaj limping and Rowell went in for the finish. Although saved by the bell, the Wihaj corner made absolutely the correct decision in retiring their fighter on the stool. An excellent win for Reece Rowell who looks very comfortable under International Rules.
     WINNER: Reece Rowell by Corner Retirement 1:51 Round 6.
     • Gezim Wihaj receives 30 day medical suspension until 1st May 2011.
       
       
2. IKF Pro MTR/K1 English Light Welterweight Title
   Ronnie Harris (Rochester, England, 7-2-2, 63.9kg, 5'11", 02-02-78, Steve Gladstone 00447979960087) VS Sam Ward (Cheshum, England, 6-1-2, 64.4kg, 5'8", 24-5-85, Ashley Gettings 00447921812495)
   • These two evenly matched warriors gave us an excellent display with two contrasting styles that were equally effective. An even first round made way for a lively 2nd which saw Ward throw non-stop kicks and punches. But it was Harris who controlled the action, landing with the more effective shots, especially knee strikes on the inside. The 3rd round was more of the same with Ward throwing plenty of leather but still lacking the accuracy. But by the 4th Harris began to lose his way a little as Ward continued at the same pace, now connecting with effective punches. The 5th saw Ward with the bit between his teeth and he went for a finish. But Harris, despite not really being in any trouble, needed to use all of his skills to stay in the contest until the final bell. Both camps claimed victory and after a double check of the scorecards the contest was declared a draw. This result was unfortunate but highlighted a fantastic contest that needs a winner. Therefore IKF UK are in the process of negotiating a re-match between these two great fighters.
     RESULT: Split Decision Draw 49-48, 47-48, 48-48.
     
     
3. IKF Pro MTR/K1 Southern Area Super Welterweight Title
   Paul Benson (Aveley, England, 4-1-1, 68.8kg, 5'7", 09-07-81, Steve Kerridge, 00447958037950) VS Dan Shortman (Eltham, England, 5-4-3, 66.5kg, 5'8", 14-02-83, Steve Gladstone 00447979960087)
   • This was a short lived an bad tempered affair that was full of incident. Within 30 seconds of the first bell Benson delivered a strong low kick that landed in the groin area of Shortman, who fell to the canvas. The shot was accidental and Shortman was given time to recover after insisting that he wanted to continue. As the action continued Shortman almost immediately complained of liniment oil in his eyes and the action stopped again so that his face could be cleaned and Benson re-checked for excessive oil (which was not found). The action resumed and it was entertaining with a good variety from both men. A solid punch from Benson had Shortman in trouble and the following combination sent him to the canvas. Benson followed through with a head kick as Shortman was falling but it scraped past making minimal contact. Once again Shortman complained but the referee quite rightly took up the count. Shortman just made it and was saved by the bell. Coming out for the second Benson was straight into action and after another standing count the Shortman corner threw in the towel. Shortman protested to his corner and the officials and stormed out of the ring without waiting for the announcement. Paul Benson, who had conducted himself well throughout was declared the new champion.
     WINNER: Paul Benson by corner retirement 0:34 of round 2.
     • Dan Shortman receives 30 day medical suspension until 1st May 2011
       
       
4. IKF Amateur FCR Southern Area WOMEN'S Light Welterweight Title
   Jody Blunt (Crawley, England, 5-4, 63.0kg, 5'4", 31-03-80, Greig Bradbury 00447789761152) VS Danielle Kudmany (Fulham, England, 9-3, 64.0kg, 5'4", 24-10-84, Dennis Maycock TBC)
   • This was a competitive and well matched title contest between two classic kickboxers. Throughout you had to enjoy the skills of Blunt but they were not effective enough against the more aggressive tactics of Kudmany. Each round was very close and there was a part of you that wanted to give due credit to Blunt. Her kicks and punches flowed and her footwork was a joy to watch. But Kudmany found a way to nullify all of this and score with almost every shot she threw. The beauty of her work was that, although not that pretty to watch, it was effective. Her defence was rock solid and she had an excellent variety of kicks and punches. You could have argued that Blunts skills deserved a round or two on the cards but at the final bell she knew the result before it was announced. Today she didn't quite do enough, or more to the point Kudmany effectively prevented her from doing so with quality tactics and a high work rate. Congratulations to the new champion Danielle Kudmany.
     WINNER: Danielle Kudmany by unanimous decision 49-48, 49-47, 50-45.
     
     
5. IKF Amateur MTR (Jnr) British Junior Featherweight Title
   Evan Jays (Basildon, London, 16-2, 33.0kg, 4'3", 02-06-99, Brad Goldberg ) VS Mace Ruegg (Bournemouth, England, 15-4, 32.8kg, 4'4", 06-04-00, Danny Ruegg 01202 246509)
   • This contest was expected to be explosive and it was, for all the right reasons. These two had met before with Ruegg being disqualified for excessive head contact ( in a no head contact contest). This time around it was a different story with both fighters showing skills and maturity beyond their tender years. The variety was a joy to watch with clean and effective clinchwork and accurate low kicks making up much of the contest. Both fighters were also effective with their catch kick takedowns but it was Jays who shone a little brighter over the duration. Any stray shots were met with respect from both fighters and the audience enjoyed every moment of this worthy title contest. At the final bell the belt went to Evan Jays but Mace Ruegg also went away with the respect of everyone in the building. We look forward to seeing both fighters in action again.
     WINNER: Evan Jays by unanimous decision 50-46, 49-46, 50-47
     
     
6. IKF Amateur FCR: Super Lightweight
   Seb Ibarra (Maidstone, England, 3-1, 62.9kg, 5'8", 20-08-93, Colin Payne, 00447912577773) VS Tom Murphy (Rainham, England, 1-2-1, 62.0kg, 5'7", 28-12-89, Steve Kerridge, 00447958037950)
   WINNER: Seb Ibarra by unanimous decision 30-28, 29-28, 30-27.
   
   
7. IKF Amateur Light Welterweight
   James Hill (Chalfont St Peter, England, 3-0-1, 62.4kg, 5'11", 16-04-94, Ashley Gettings, 00447921812495) VS Mark Dunne (South Ockendon, England, 0-1, 64.0kg, 6'1", 27-08-87, Steve Kerridge 00447958037950)
   WINNER: James Hill by unanimous decision 30-28, 30-28, 30-27.
   
   
8. IKF Amateur Super Welterweight
   Tommy Kohl ( Aveley, England, 2-1, 68.3kg, 5'10", 04-07-93, Steve Kerridge 00447958037950) VS Seb Knawclyk (Essex, England, 2-1, 66.5kg, 5'9", 06-05-95, Joe Wharwood TBC)
   WINNER: Tommy Kohl by unanimous decision 30-25, 30-25, 30-25.
   
   
9. IKF Amateur Lightweight
   Kelly Copeland (Rochester, England, 2-0, 59.0kg, 5'8", 16-07-87, Colin Payne 00447912577773) VS Kirsty Holmes (South Ockendon, England, 0-2, 59.6kg, 5'6", 18-05-79, Steve Kerridge 00447958037950)
   WINNER: Kelly Copeland by Corner Retirement due to hand injury end of Round 1.
   
   
10. IKF Amateur Light Heavyweight
    Paul Buck (Brighton, England, 0-1, 80kg, 5'7", 16-07-70, Steve Gosden 00447970346842) VS Steve Barclay (South Ockendon, England, 1-0, 6'3", 02-11-83, Steve Kerridge 00447958037950)
    WINNER: Steve Barclay by unanimous decision 30-24, 30-24, 30-24.
    
    
11. IKF Amateur MTR/K1: Middleweight
    Alex Piaro (London, England, 0-0-1 , 73.1kg, 5'11", 15-02-86, Tim Izli 00447836624108) VS Tommy Stracey (Romford, England, 0-0-1, 74.7kg, 5;10", 14-06-87, Steve Kerridge 00447958037950)
    WINNER: Draw, 28-28, 28-28, 28-28.
    
    
12. IKF Pro FCR: Light Middleweight
    David Harvey (Aldbury, England, 0-1-1, 69.7kg, 6'0", 03-05-91, Sam Ward 00447796671616) VS Chris Hughes (Rainham, England, 7-0-1, 72.5kg, 5'10", 27-05-85, Steve Kerridge 00447958037950)
    WINNER: Chris Hughes by unanimous decision 40-34, 40-34, 40-34.
    
    
13. IKF Amateur Light Heavyweight
    Eddie Doyle (London, England, 3-0, 75.4kg, 6'0, 13-04-83, Tim Izli 00447836624108) VS Charlie Bibby (Rainham, England, 5-7, 78.6kg, 5'7", 29-08-76, Steve Kerridge 00447958037950)
    WINNER: Eddie Doyle by majority decision 38-38, 39-37, 39-37.
    
    
14. IKF Pro MTR/K1
    Koen Li (Grays, England, Am: 3-1-1 Pro: 2-1-1, 67.3kg, 5'10", 30-01-84, Steve Kerridge 00447958037950) VS Sam Ward (Cheshum, England, 1-1, 64.4kg, 5'9", 04-07-87, Ashley Gettings 00447921812495)
    WINNER: Koen Li by KO 1:44 of round 3.
    • Sam Ward receives a 45 day medical suspension until 15th May 2011.

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Results From Mick Bland's
"IKF Fight Night"
April 3rd, 2011 - Kilkenny, Ireland

• WHO: Mick Bland
• WHERE: Ormonde Hotel, Kilkenny, Ireland
• WHAT: IKF Championship Kickboxing
• IKF Event Representative: Pete Foley
• IKF Event Referee: TBA
• IKF Judges: TBA
• IKF Timekeeper: TBA
• Ringside Physician (MD): TBA
• Ambulance Service: TBA
• IKF PROMOTER: Mr. Mick Bland, Mob: 00353 87 6118301

The Top Pro promoted IKF show in Kilkennys Ormonde Hotel was another great evening of full contact kickboxing which featured no less than 15 exciting fights including one low kick bout, one pro rules bout and an IKF 5 Nations Title bout. Promoter Mick Bland did a good on the matchmaking as only four fights failed to go the distance and the event also had a charity angle with several guys getting their heads shaved in aid of Breast Cancer research.

The semi main event featured former IKF Amateur Middleweight Champion Myles Price making his Pro Kickboxing debut over four rounds against the very durable Simon Alvey from Wicklow. This fight went the distance with Price taking a unanimous points victory.

IKF All Ireland Champion Ann Marie Bergin was the main event and she took on the unbeaten English fighter Claire Mills from Lincolnshire for the vacant IKF 5 Nations crown. This was a closely fought contest but Mills had never been past 3 rounds and Ann Marie grinded her down in the 4th and 5th when she brought her into the trenches so to speak and took the nod by split decision to become the new IKF Ladies 5 Nations Super lightweight Champion.

Full results as follows:

1. IKF AMATEUR FULL CONTACT RULES
   Darragh Coleman defeated Stephen Shine (Top-Pro) by Majority decision, 30-26, 30-27, 29-28.
   
   
2. IKF AMATEUR FULL CONTACT RULES
   Paddy Sheriff (Athlone) defeated James Quinn (Top-Pro) by TKO Round 1.
   • IKF Ireland recommend a 30 day medical suspension for James Quinn from date of show.
     
     
3. IKF AMATEUR FULL CONTACT RULES
   Sinead Falsey (Top-Pro) defeated Grace Mc Donagh (Li Ching Wu) by majority decision, 29-27, 27-30, 27-29.
   
   
4. IKF AMATEUR FULL CONTACT RULES
   James Ryan (Ross Barretts) defeated Paul Cashin (Top-Pro) by majority decision, 30-27, 30-27, 29-29.
   
   
5. IKF AMATEUR FULL CONTACT RULES
   Stephen Dent (Li Ching Wu) won by walkover when Nicky Cashin failed to show due to injury.
   
   
6. IKF AMATEUR FULL CONTACT RULES
   Kieran Murtagh (Jimmy Courtneys) defeated Patrick Butler (Top Pro) by TKO when Butlers corner threw in the towel in the third round.
   • IKF Ireland recommend a 30 day medical suspension for Patrick Butler from date of show.
     
     
7. IKF AMATEUR FULL CONTACT RULES
   Philip Ryan (Top-Pro) and Ian Doody (Li Ching Wu) fought to a majority draw.
   
   
8. IKF AMATEUR FULL CONTACT RULES
   Julias Kuksa (Enigma) defeated Niall Comerford (Top Pro) by majority decision, 29-28, 30-28, 29-29.
   
   
9. IKF AMATEUR FULL CONTACT RULES
   Aoife Mc Mahon (Top-Pro) and Kayleigh Reddy fought to a split decision draw, 30-28, 29-29, 28-29.
   
   
10. IKF AMATEUR FULL CONTACT RULES
    Jan Waskiewilz (Pat Rocketts) defeated Tony Corcoran (Top-Pro) by TKO Round 1.
    • IKF Ireland recommend a 30 day medical suspension for Tony Corcoran from date of show.
      
      
11. IKF AMATEUR FULL CONTACT RULES
    Dermot O Rourke (Top-Pro) defeated Martin Lavin by KO in round 2.
    • IKF Ireland recommend a 45 day medical suspension for Martin Lavin from date of show.
      
      
12. IKF AMATEUR FULL CONTACT RULES
    Thomas Hayde (Aidan Brooks) defeated Paul Donahoe (Top-Pro) by by unanimous decision, 30-27, 30-27, 29-28.
    
    
13. IKF AMATEUR FULL CONTACT RULES
    Danny Farrell (Jimmy Courtneys) defeated Robert Miscow by majority decision, 29-27, 30-27, 28-29.
    
    
14. IKF AMATEUR INTERNATIONAL RULES
    Zilvanus Bujauskas (WMA) defeated Brian Moore (Top-Pro) by unanimous decision, 29-28, 29-28, 29-28.
    
    
15. IKF PRO FULL CONTACT RULES
    Myles Price (Top-Pro) defeated Simon Alvey (WMA) by unanimous decision, 36-40, 37-40, 37-40.
    
    
16. IKF AMATEUR FULL CONTACT RULES
    LADIES 5 NATIONS SUPER LIGHTWEIGHT TITLE.
    Ann Marie Bergin (Top-Pro Gym, Kilkenny, 7 win, 2 loss, 1 draw, Am Boxing 3-1, 2/23/83/ 5'7'', Mick Bland 00353 87 6118301) defeated Zoe Land (England, 5 win, 1 loss, age 35, 5'8'', Paul Mills 0044 7909 331846) by majority decision 47-48, 48-48, 47-49.

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THIS IS NOT AN ADVERTISEMENT!
This information has been posted for Fighter Safety By the IKF Web Staff

IKF - ISCF - ISKA - KICK/KIAMA
MANDATE
The Use of Dual Arch Mouth Guards!

Amateur Competitors that fight on IKF - ISCF - ISKA and KICK - KIAMA sanctioned fight events are required to use "DUAL ARCH" mouth guards.
However, not every fighter has wanted to follow this safety regulation. For this reason, we have posted these mandates again, for the safety of the fighters, to review again why such a recommendation is for the safety of the fighters.

MOUTHPIECE - MUST BE SUPPLIED BY FIGHTER
For Added Safety, ALL Fighters to wear a DUAL ARCH Mouthguard.
Mandatory For All Fighters In All Rule Styles.
Must be supplied by each fighter.
Must be FORM FITTING and remain in place when a fighter opens their mouth.

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The IKF was the first organization to endorse and recommend the Brain-Pad mouthguards for all sanctioned events. Back in January of 1999 when the Brain-Pad was known as the WIPSS Jaw-Joint Protector, Steve Fossum (IKF's President) recognized the importance of protecting the jaw in combat arts and gave the product the official IKF Endorsement. He has been promoting the use of this protection ever since and now it will be mandatory for all combatants, who fight in IKF & ISCF MMA sanctioned events, to wear the Brain-Pad mouthguard.

Brain-Pad is a company that manufactures the bi-molar mouth piece that has been proven to reduce stem concussion from lower jaw impact and used by many of the contact sport communities. When put into place, Brain-Pads slightly shift the jaw bone down and forward to stabilize the jaw in place so that upon impact, the jaw bone won't move up and into the base of the skull and TMJ. It also allows participants to clench and breathe through the mouth, protects both upper and lower teeth and fits over braces.

Brain-Pads is important in fighting sports such as MMA, Muay Thai, & Boxing, because it has long been known that the jaw presents the optimal target for knocking out opponents. Brain-Pads are a revolutionary piece of protective gear that simply reposition the lower jaw down and slightly forward and locks it in a safety position so that impacts from sports keep the end of the jaw from getting slammed into the base of the skull and brain.

Brain-Pads is the official mouthguard of the IKF, ISKA, ISCF, and KICK/KIAMA. Many more Kickboxing, Muay Thai and MMA organizations are considering the same mandate. These are the first mandates for any type of mouth guard in history. The major issue is protecting the Jaw where studies show it's the most vulnerable area in the body because of it's direct access to the brain via the TMJ. They recognize that upper only mouthguards offer no protection for the jaw and TMJ.

Brain-Pads mouth guards are available at leading athletic retailers including Sports Authority stores nationwide, and retail between $7 and $30 based on the model. Please visit the Brain-Pad website to view the official mandates.

www.BrainPads.com

FROM March 3rd, 2010

Brain-Pad Selected as the Official Dual Arch Mouth Guard for the
International Kickboxing Federation and International Sport Combat Federations
First mandates passed for Dual Arch mouth guard usage in combat sports

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The International Kickboxing Federation, a leading kickboxing sanctioning body, and the International Sport Combat Federation, the first and largest mixed martial arts sanctioning body for pro and amateur MMA, have passed safety requirements that will require the use of Dual Arch Jaw Joint Protective mouth guards by all combatants who fight in sanctioned events. This represents one of the first athletic mandates for the use of Jaw Joint protective mouth guards by athletes. The IKF and ISCF, which have thousands of athletes worldwide, selected Brain-Pad® as the official mouth guard for its members. Dual Arch mouth guard usage will become mandatory for all IKF and ISCF competitors by late, 2010.

Brain-Pad is a line of affordable athletic mouth guards using patented technology and a dual arch-protection system. The Brain-Pad mouth guards are tested and proven to reduce impact energy at the base of the skull and brain by keeping the lower jaw stabilized in a position that decreases the likelihood of basal skull concussions and TMJ (jaw joint) injuries.

"We have always taken the measures necessary to ensure the safety of our competitors," says Steve Fossum, President/CEO of International Fight Sports, the parent company of IKF Kickboxing, ISCF MMA and several other Fight Sport Organizations and companies. "Impact to the jaw and subsequent head injuries pose major medical concerns for our members and we believe this mandate will ensure that better precautions are taken. Many of our athletes have been relying on Brain-Pad mouth guards for dual arch protection and to stabilize the jaw during competition. We feel strongly in the performance and protection benefits of these mouth guards and are proud to set an example to the sports community by passing this safety requirement. We are also pleased to see that ISKA and KICK International have now also agreed to do the same with their event participants in 2010 which brings unification to the new safety requirement."

Unlike traditional single arch mouth guards that offer protection for either the upper or lower teeth, Brain-Pad is a dual arch, bi-molar, mouth guard. The Brain-Pad technology repositions the lower jaw while protecting both the upper and lower teeth. The jaw is stabilized into a neutral position, creating a safety space that reduces the risk of jaw impact concussions and TMJ injuries. When put into place, the Brain-Pad® mouth guards also open the airway in the throat 100 percent, allowing users to breathe better and gain a competitive advantage.

"This mandate is a truly landmark decision for combat sports," says Joe Manzo, President of Brain-Pad. "We have been supplying Brain-Pad mouth guards, designed to protect that vulnerable jaw joint and base of the skull, to IKF and ISCF members since 1999 and commend the organization for taking proactive measures in the protection of its athletes. As more states propose concussion bills and discuss new regulations for better concussion prevention, we expect that more sports organizations will follow suit with similar mandates."

BOXING
To increase the safety of boxing, the World Boxing Association strongly recommends use of WIPSS jaw joint protection and takes the front line of defense against jaw joint and brain base injuries.
Gilberto Mendoza, WBA President

"The IFBA gives its full endorsement of the Brain Pad because it is far superior than conventional upper mouthguards but more importantly gives true protection to the TMJ area and the brain, the primary safety concern for our organization."
Jackie Kallen, IFBA Commissioner

"The Brain-Pad is the finest appliance I have ever seen for the protection of internal head injuries."
Dr. Erno Kiss, Medical Director Canadian Amateur Boxing Assoc.

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