MONDAY, February 27th, 2012, AT 5:10 PM/ PST

Results From Pete Foley's
"IKF Kickboxing"
February 19th, 2012 - Galway, Ireland

• WHO: Pete Foley
• WHERE: Menlo Park Hotel, Galway, Ireland
• WHAT: IKF Amateur Kickboxing
• IKF Event Representative: Jennifer Baranyai
• IKF Event Referee: Paul Cummins
• IKF Judges: Patrick Ryan (Chief Judge)
• Ringside Physician: Dr. Maura Grummell, MD
• IKF Timekeeper: TBA
• Contact: Mr. Pete Foley at 087 8119227.

MORE IKF RESULTS...

Results From Bobby Seronio's
"IKF Point Muay Thai / Kickboxing"
February 18th, 2012 - Vallejo, California, USA

• WHO: Bobby Seronio, Seronio Martial Arts
• WHERE: Vallejo High School, 840 Nebraska Street, Vallejo, California, USA
• WHAT: IKF Point Muay Thai / Kickboxing - Semi-Contact - No Knockouts!
• IKF/PKB Event Representative: Johnny Davis
• INFO: Contact Bobby Seronio / Seronio Martial Arts at (707) 980-2524
  Additional information by calling Johnny Davis at (916) 205-4762, e-mail, johnnyd@akpromotions.org

This past weekend Vallejo High School in Vallejo, California was packed with hundreds of martial artists in assorted styles. IKF Point Muay Thai Kickboxing was one of the exciting semi contact divisions showcased and the fans loved the action! See results from the action below. Special thanks to Bobby Seronio and his wonderful staff for having the IKF PKB team in the house. :)

• Girls- 9-10 Years Old, Novice
  1. Trisha Patel, Vallejo, California, USA
     
     
• Boys 9-10 Years Old Novice
  1. Darious Maranan, Vallejo, California, USA
  2. Devon Garingaras, Vallejo, California, USA
     
     
• Boys 13-14 Years Old
  1. Bobby Seronio, Jr., Vallejo, California, USA
  2. Nini Diaz, Modesto, California, USA
     
     
• Boys 15 and 16 Years Old
  1. Raheem Davis, Vallejo, California, USA
  2. Allan Martinez, Napa, California, USA
     
     
• Men 140lbs to 150lbs
  1. Ryan Hayes, Modesto, California, USA
  2. Michael Shaw, Tracy, California, USA
  3. David Caragan, Fairfield, California, USA
     
     
• Men 150lbs to 160lbs
  1. Andres Hernandez, Napa, California, USA
  2. Israel Ocampo, Vallejo, California, USA
  3. Andrew Robertson, Vacaville, California, USA
     
     
• Men 160 to 170 lbs
  1. Nestor Sandez, Modesto, California, USA
  2. Dominque Jones, Fairfield, California, USA
     
     
• Men 175 to 185lbs
  1. Earl Smith, San Jose, California, USA
  2. Issiah Perales, Vallejo, California, USA
  3. Josh Eslick, Modesto, California, USA
     
     

More information on IKF Point Muay Thai Kickboxing events go to www.IKFPKB.com
For Promoter of this event email Mr. Bobby Seronio at seroniokaju@hotmail.com or Johnny Davis at johnnyd@akpromotions.org (916) 205-4762.

NOTICE: IKF "Point" Kickboxing© is a copyrighted semi contact competition owned by Johnny Davis and sanctioned by the International Kickboxing Federation - IKF and is the oldest and most recognized semi contact kickboxing competition in the United States. The IKF/PKB is Approved by the California State Athletic Commission and Commissions in other States and Countries. Please note that although there are other forms of semi contact kickboxing, if the event is not posted on the IKF/PKB website (s) or has the Official IKF/PKB Logo...the IKF - Steve Fossum and, or A.K. Promotions - Johnny Davis - bears no responsibility for the conduct of officials, the promoter and, or any incidents that may result in injury or death that may occur at said events. Furthermore, if an official seen on the IKF/PKB websites is participating in events that are not sanctioned by the IKF/PKB, the IKF/PKB bears no responsibility for their actions. If you would like to become a promoter, official and, or have information that someone may be misrepresenting the IKF/PKB Tournament Circuit, please contact IKF/PKB World Director Johnny Davis at johnnyd@akpromotions.org or call (916) 205-4762, Or contact the IKF Headquarters at (916) 663-2467 or by e-mail at main@ikfkickboxing.com

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THURSDAY, February 23rd, 2012, AT 1:00 PM/ PST

THIS WEEKENDS IKF ACTION...

K Star Promotions Presents
"GET BACK IN THE RING"
Edgbaston, England

• WHEN: Saturday, February 25th, 2012
• WHO: K Star Promotions
• WHERE: The Tower Ballrooms Resevoir Road Edgbaston, England
• WHAT: IKF Muay Thai / Kickboxing
• IKF Event Representative: Dawn Willock
• IKF Event Referees: Karl Chamberlain / Shaun Boland
• IKF Judges: Dave Ellett, Paul Crossley, Richard Robinson
• Ringside Physician: Dr Frank Lynch & Paramedic Services
• IKF Timekeeper: TBA
• Contact: Mr. Steve Logan 00447866365963

IKF Pro MTR (Mod) Midlands Area Light Welterweight Title
Darren Sutton
(Birmingham, England, 5-1-1, 64.0kg, 5'6", 3-22-72, Steve Logan, 00447866365963)
VS
Tom Holland
(Redditch, England, 4-2, 64.0kg, 5'10", 11-30-90, Kevin Doorman, 00447956430646)

MORE IKF ACTION THIS WEEKEND...

Jerry Mendez Presents
"IKF Point Muay Thai / Kickboxing"
Lauderhill, Florida, USA

• WHEN: Saturday, February 25th, 2012
• WHO: Jerry Mendez
• WHERE: The Dragons Den Martial Arts Center, 4932 Pine Island Road, Lauderhill, Florida, USA
• WHAT: IKF Point Muay Thai / Kickboxing - Semi-Contact - No Knockouts!
• IKF/PKB Event Representative: TBA
• INFO: Contact Jay Mendez at (786) 308 6734
  Additional information by calling Johnny Davis at (916) 205-4762, e-mail, johnnyd@akpromotions.org

Semi-Contact - No Knockouts! Muay Thai, International Low and Hi Kick Styles- Men, Women and Children!

MORE IKF ACTION THIS WEEKEND...

TKO Promotions Presents
KOMBAT ZONE 'COLLISION'
Rochester, England

• WHEN: Sunday, February 26th, 2012
• WHO: TKO Promotions
• WHERE: The Casino Rooms Night Club Rochester, England
• WHAT: IKF Muay Thai / Kickboxing
• IKF Event Representative: Lewis Corps
• IKF Event Referees: Clive Tennent
• IKF Judges: Ian Lohoar, Nick Aish, Bill Henderson
• Ringside Physician: TBA
• IKF Timekeeper: Yvonne Tennent
• Contact: Mr. Colin Payne at: tkokickboxing@hotmail.co.uk

MORE IKF ACTION THIS WEEKEND...

Taurus Gym & McMillan's Gym Present
'THE THROWDOWN'
Plymouth, England

• WHEN: Sunday, February 26th, 2012
• WHO: Taurus Gym & McMillan's Gym
• WHERE: Holiday Inn, Plymouth, England
• WHAT: IKF Muay Thai / Kickboxing & ISCF MMA
• IKF & ISCF Event Representative: Carl Sams
• IKF & ISCF Event Referees: John Cooper
• IKF & ISCF Judges: Gary Chiplin, Chris Watts, Lee Beeston
• Ringside Physician: TBA
• IKF & ISCF Timekeeper: Lisa Cooper
• Contact: Jim Hamilton 01752 551162

• ISCF Pro MMA
  
  
  1. ISCF Pro MMA - LIGHT HEAVYWEIGHT
     Harry McLemen (Macmillans MMA) VS Milan Tomas (KJ2)
     
     
• ISCF Amateur MMA
  
  
  1. ISCF AMATEUR MMA - WELTERWEIGHT
     Bart Aruba (Taurus Gym) VS Andy Willis (Kore Academy)
     
     
  2. ISCF AMATEUR MMA - WELTERWEIGHT
     Harley Unwin (Macmillans MMA) VS Liam Kingcome (Kore Academy)
     
     
  3. ISCF AMATEUR MMA - LIGHTWEIGHT
     Ross Lockhart (Macmillans MMA) VS Paul Carrotte (All or Nothing)
     
     
  4. ISCF AMATEUR MMA - BANTAMWEIGHT
     Greg Reeves (Taurus Gym) VS Neil Owen (KJ2)
     
     
  5. ISCF AMATEUR MMA - WELTERWEIGHT
     Dane Wakeman (Taurus Gym) VS Mark Ogden (KJ2)
     
     
  6. ISCF AMATEUR MMA - LIGHTWEIGHT
     Kennan Fowlie (Taurus Gym) VS Shaun Smallbones (KJ2)
     
     
  7. ISCF AMATEUR MMA - HEAVYWEIGHT
     Jake Mclemen (Macmillans MMA) VS Toby Harris (KJ2)
     
     
• IKF KICKBOXING - MUAY THAI
  1. IKF MODIFIED MUAY THAI - WELTERWEIGHT
     James Thompson (Taurus Gym) V Montana Attard (St James Academy)
     
     
  2. IKF MODIFIED MUAY THAI - WELTERWEIGHT
     Aaerion Ormes (Taurus Gym) V Louis Aitken (St James Academy)
     
     

MONDAY, February 20th, 2012, AT 10:05 PM/ PST

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Results From Johnny Davis' AK Promotions'
"IKF Muay Thai / Kickboxing"
February 19th, 2012 - Oakland, California, USA

• WHO: Johnny Davis' AK Promotions
• WHERE: Oakland Convention Center
  Oakland Marriott, 1001 Broadway, Oakland, California, USA
• WHAT: IKF Amateur Muay Thai / Kickboxing
• IKF Event Representative: Steve Fossum
• ALL OTHER OFFICIALS APPOINTED BY THE
  CALIFORNIA STATE ATHLETIC COMMISSION
• CSAC Event Supervisors: Brandon Saucedo & Tommy Nhan
• CSAC Event Referee: Dan Stell & Edward Collantes
• CSAC Judges: Michael Tate, Susan Thomas-Gitlin & Marty Sammon
• Ringside Physician: Dr. Pat Golden, MD
• CSAC Timekeeper: Valinda Stell
• CSAC EVENT INSPECTORS
  • Brandon Saucedo, Tommy Nhan
    Brad Ehrman, Tim Huff, Frank Munoz, David Pereda & Sarah Waklee
• Contact: Mr. Johnny Davis at (916) 205-4762 or 630-9254 or by e-mail at johnnyd@akpromotions.org
• ON THE WEB: www.akpromotions.org
• PRESS PAGE: CLICK HERE!

Xavier Vigney
Leaves No Decision For The Judges!
And Good Thing He Doesn't As
Excellent Production Took Some Hits By Questionable Decisions...

While some of the bouts ended in questionable decision last night, Super Heavyweight Xavier Vigney did exactly what every trainer tells their fighter as they enter the ring, "Don't leave it to the judges!" Vigney went into the ring Sunday night as a slight underdog to 6'6", 251 lb Leagh Rogers of Woodruff, South Carolina, USA, (12-3/7). Rogers is trained by former professional World Champion Kickboxer Kevin "Hurricane" Hudson. Before retiring in 2003, Hudson also won the IKF Pro United States Title. Simply put, Rogers had plenty of fight experience working for him in his corner.

This past July, Rogers made a strong statement at the 2011 IKF WORLD CLASSIC Championship Tournament in Orlando, Florida, USA. Rogers entered the tournament as the 6th seed in the 6 fighter - International Rules Super Heavyweight division. In the opening bracket round he defeated Jeremy Snider of Orange Park, Florida, USA by TKO at 1:24 of round 3. Later that day he Knocked Out Ryan Weatherwax of Brooksville, Florida by KO at :48 seconds of round 3. The next day, Rogers took the title when he defeated Arthur Tapusoa of Independence, Missouri, USA, (11-1/7, AMMA: 9-1/6) by TKO stoppage at :51 seconds of round 2.

Prior to Rogers celebrating his World Classic victory, young 21 year old Xavier Vigney was on a hot streak in redeeming himself after suffering his first career loss. To give you some background history, Vigney's first loss was to John Hurny on October 8th, 2010 in Sacramento, California, USA. The loss was in a 4 fighter qualifying bout for the IKF Super Heavyweight Muay Thai United States Title. Hurny defeated Vigney by TKO at :59 seconds of round 1. Some had questioned the referees decision in not giving Vigney an 8 count after being rocked by Hurny instead of calling the fight over so quickly. Regardless the victory advanced Hurny to fight for the vacant IKF Super Heavyweight USA Title which he won on January 16th, 2011 in, Sacramento, California when he defeated Manuel Mancha by Head Kick Knockout at 1:44 of round 3.

After his loss, many thought Vigney's loss was his end. In his loss to Hurny, the 6'7", 235 lbs, Vigney looked as though he couldn't coordinate his long arms and lack of distance and timing to land a straight jab. Some thought he was uncoordinated, slow with little power and oddly so, just too big to transition into a top skilled fighter...

However Promoter Johnny Davis still believed something was there, and so did his veteran trainer Dan Black. Three months later, Davis got the approval from the IKF to give Vigney what could have been his last shot to prove himself. On April 30th, 2011 at the Thunder Valley Casino in Lincoln, California, Vigney stepped up to the challenge... It was like he ad been listening to the opening of Eminem's famous song ''Loose Yourself" with the opening lyrics saying, "Look, if you had one shot, or one opportunity To seize everything you ever wanted in one moment Would you capture it or just let it slip?". From the opening bell, we saw what was to be the "NEW VIGNEY!

His 6'2", 268 lb opponent Manuel Mancha didn't seem to have an answer for pretty much everything Vigney threw at him. Keep in mind that Vigney is so tall that he enters the ring by stepping over the top rope. He had a huge reach advantage and used that advantage to great effect. Mancha was taking repeated punches as he moved forward but proved to have an anvil of a head, pressing gamely forward despite the punishment Vigney was dealing him. In the end, Mancha had no answer for Vigney's reach and referee Dan Stell called the action at 1:17 of the round 4. The impressive win set Vigney up for a challenge of Jon Hurney's IKF US Super Heavyweight title that July.

Fast forward now to July 1st, 2011 in Sacramento, California. It was Vigney's chance to redeem himself in his only loss of his career. Champion John Hurny had not just took a title from him, but also left many questioning Vigney's true skill and fighting ability. Once again, Vigney heard those words... "Look, if you had one shot, or one opportunity To seize everything you ever wanted in one moment Would you capture it or just let it slip?" Vigney had too much to risk to fall again, and once again, we saw yet an even MORE Improved Xavier Vigney!

From the opening bell, many at ringside were looking to see if Vigney's jaw would survive the hard shots we all knew Hurny would throw. However, the even more improved Vigney was composed and more so, ACCURATE! He never seemed to get winded and always seemed to find the target he was looking for on Hurny. By the time this bout hit the final round, Vigney had it in the bag. Still, he didn't just run away as some may have done to secure the title. He went after Hurny, forcing referee Dan Stell to give 2 standing 8 counts in the final round. Throughout the 5th and final round, Hurny kept throwing his bombs that some thought, if landed, would be the game changer. However, none of them even came close. Even if they did, Vigney was so relaxed and composed, he simply slipped them by. As the final bell sounded there was a "NEW" Champion by unanimous decision, 49-44 on all 3 judges cards and his name was Xavier Vigney!

After the bout Vigney's trainer Dan Black asked if it was too late to send him to the 2011 IKF World Classic Tournament. Sadly though, the final deadline had past, so we would not see Vigney at the big show. Instead, it would be 7 months later that Vigney would enter the ring and get yet again, another "Ultimate Shot!"

Now the stage has been set. It would be a "David meets Goliath" bout on paper as 6'6", 251 lb Leagh Rogers representing Goliath would travel across the country 3,000 miles to meet 6'7", 229 lb. Xavier Vigney face to face in the ring. Within a year Vigney was no longer the, thought to be, uncoordinated tall and thin Super Heavyweight. His work ethic and disciplined training from trainer Dan Black had brought him to his own "Goliath". Still, it would be Rogers who would get the Goliath tag from his past experience and performance at last years IKF World Classic Tournament while Vigney would walk proud into the ring as the so called "David" in this battle of Giants!

Running through Vigney's mind was more than the thoughts of "Look, if you had one shot, or one opportunity..." unknown to all of us as well as Rogers was something else that would motivate Vigney on this night... He had just lost one of his closest friends the week before and his loss was still fresh in his mind. Vigney had clearly come of age as a fighter, so it wasn't like he needed an additional motivator to help him perform. Still, the power of the mind can propel an individual to great heights, as long as those emotions are channelled in the right direction. Trainer Dan Black knew how to do so, and do so he did, and now it was time to prove to the world that there was a new Super Heavyweight Muay Thai star on the planet, and his name is Xavier Vigney!

As the opening bell sounded, both started slow, giving each their due respect. When most at ringside expected Rogers to be the one to pick up the pace, to all our surprise, it was Vigney who would shift it up a gear. What we have noticed more and more over the last year has been Vigney's improved quickness and more so, the accuracy and strength of shots like his once slow and off-time jab. Within a few seconds Vigney caught Rogers with something we had never seen from him in previous bouts, a solid left hook. The shot caught Rogers as he was coming in and slightly buckled his knees as he fell forward, onto Vigney as both giants went down. Because both fell, referee Dan Stell choose not to give any 8 count and quickly got both fighters back up. However, it was like Vigney was a wild wolf now and had smelled Rogers blood. He had found a weak spot where Rogers would drop his right hand and Vigney wanted another shot at it. Within a few moments he saw it, took the shot and landed his bomb on the right side of Rogers cheek. Down went Rogers as Stell moved in. A quick look into Rogers eyes proved the end, asking Stell where he was and what happened. Stell waived the bout done at 1:35 of round 1.

It has been a journey of a Giant named Xavier Vigney that all of us had been proud to watch. He had came to this game as a boy and now with a World Title strapped around his waist, takes his place where other Giant of Men have stood. At the top, looking down at others around him. Xavier Vigney was the new IKF World Champion. Proud, humble and quietly explosive, he now walks through the valley of Champions. Beside him walk his believers from his trainer Dan Black to his ever noticeable father who has stood beside him from the beginning. You have a lot to celebrate Vigney Family, and you too Mr. Black. We here at the IKF are so very proud of what you have accomplished in such a short time.

As Vigney walked out of the ring, he left both AK Promotions Johnny Davis and the IKF wondering, "Who's next" to step into the ring and challenge this gentle giant? Time will answer that question, but for now, there is only one phrase that needs to be written....

Ladies and Gentlemen, the new
IKF Amateur Modified Muay Thai Rules Super Heavyweight World Champion is
Xavier Vigney
of Concord, California, USA!

Still, there may be one title Vigney still needs to hold to gain the overall respect to make him undisputed. The 2012 IKF World Classic Tournament Title. Rogers was clear after the fight that he will be in Orlando this July to fight for what would be his second IKF World Classic Tournament title. He of course hopes that it will be Vigney across the ring from him come July. It's February now gentlemen, with plenty of time to register for "THE SHOW"... In fact, to make it easy for you, click HERE to get registered for the most prestigious of all Amateur Muay Thai / Kickboxing Tournaments in the World... The 2012 IKF World Classic!
We hope to see you BOTH at "THE SHOW!"

So How Was The Rest Of The Show...

Despite some questionable decisions, last nights AK Promotions event was once again another EXCELLENT production by Johnny Davis and his AK Promotions staff. However, taking some of the shine out of the event was some questionable decisions by the judges of the California State Athletic Commission (CSAC). "It's not a personal issue because none of these judges have any interest in any of the fighters or the promotion or anything to gain or lose in their decisions." Said IKF President Steve Fossum. "All three of them have served as judges for the CSAC for years and been very good, and still do good jobs as judges. However when it comes to Muay Thai, every once in awhile, there comes a very questionable decision. I believe it's more to be the lack of proper training for CSAC Officials that create these questionable decisions."

We here at the IKF would like to address those fight fans, trainers and fighters who were walking the venue last night cursing the IKF and Promoter Johnny Davis about the questionable judges decisions that ended up as a loss for fighters you know. We need to point out that you were more so preaching to the same people who were thinking EXACTLY what you were. WE TOO were not happy with several decisions of last nights event, and several other events here in California.

Let us make it clear that judges Michael Tate, Susan Thomas-Gitlin & Marty Sammon had some very close fights to judge last night. For the most part, they were on track for the majority of their decisions. However there were indeed a few that left many wondering that ever so famous comment, "What fight were they watching?" which is a question asked on at least 1 bout on every event in the world. On the plus side, both referees Dan Stell & Edward Collantes did a Great job as the event referees.

Sadly, it's not just here in California where these questionable decisions happen. It seems wherever we travel to, wherever we sanction an event that is overseen by State Commission Officials, we see the same things. Boxing judges who are simply placed in to be a Muay Thai Judge... Boxing Referees that are placed in to be a Muay Thai Referee... MMA judges who think they know how to judge Muay Thai, but haven't a clue, or MMA referee's who feel, "Oh this is easy cause there is no ground fighting" etc. etc.

Believe us, it's time to address this openly and in doing so, we are preparing an article that we will post soon in regards to the lack of proper training for CSAC Officials. We will also voice our opinion as to what a JOKE the recent CSAC Muay Thai officials training was last month in Southern California. When you hear who taught the seminar and what was taught, you will have a better understanding as to why the CSAC Officials are still lost when it comes to proper Muay Thai judging techniques.

Here are the results of the remainder of the bouts from last nights AK Promotions event:

1. IKF AMATEUR MUAY THAI: 142.1-147
   Castle Williams, (Templeton, California, USA, 1-1, 5'7", 144.6, 8-4-94, Luke Riddering, (805) 598-8794)
   defeated Sean Climaco, (Fremont, California, USA, 1-2, 145.6, 5'7", 5-14-94, Daniel Kim, (510) 269-3719) by split decision:
   • Judge Susan Thomas-Gitlin scored it 29-28 Sean Climaco.
   • Judge Michael Tate scored it 29-28 Castle Williams.
   • Judge Marty Sammon scored it 29-28 Castle Williams.
     
     
2. IKF AMATEUR MUAY THAI: 137.1-142
   Carl Henderson, (Dublin, California, USA, 1-0, 140.2, 5'7", 7-29-79, Kirian Fitzgibbons, (415) 308-0231)
   defeated Anthony Alexander, (Sacramento, California, USA, 0-2, 140.2, 5'7", 8-31-80, Harry Seperas, (916) 812-2659) by split decision:
   • Judge Susan Thomas-Gitlin scored it 30-27 Carl Henderson.
   • Judge Michael Tate scored it 30-27 Carl Henderson
   • Judge Marty Sammon scored it 29-28 Anthony Alexander.
     
     
3. IKF JUNIOR AMATEUR MUAY THAI: 80 to 85
   Trevor Jones, (Modesto, California, USA, 3-0, 83.8, 4'8", 4-24-2000, Mike Duran, (209) 456-2837)
   defeated Jason Raceles, (Sacramento, California, USA, 0-1, 83.8, 5', 4-9-99, Paul Matsumoto, (415) 516-8588) by split decision.
   • Judge Susan Thomas-Gitlin scored it 30-27 Trevor Jones.
   • Judge Michael Tate scored it 30-27 Trevor Jones.
   • Judge Marty Sammon scored it 30-27 Jason Raceles.
     
     
4. IKF AMATEUR MODIFIED MUAY THAI RULES
   CALIFORNIA SUPER LIGHTWEIGHT TITLE: 132.1-137 lbs.
   Nemo Vier, (Fairfield, California, USA, 8-3/1, 136.2, 5'10", 5-26-93, BBDC, (707) 372-0882)
   defeated Elvin Deleon, (Vallejo, California USA, 3-2, 136, 5'7", 2-12-87, Trey Howard, (707) 373-4125) by unanimous decision.
   • Judge Susan Thomas-Gitlin scored it 50-45 Nemo Vier.
   • Judge Michael Tate scored it 49-46 Nemo Vier.
   • Judge Marty Sammon scored it 49-46 Nemo Vier.
     
     
     
     
     
5. IKF AMATEUR MUAY THAI: 122.1- 127
   Nabil Saad, (San Francisco, California, USA, 3-1, 126.6, 5'4", 10-23-84, Edge Brown, (415) 819-7894)
   defeated Jonathan Ramirez, (San Jose, California, USA, 2-2, 127.6, 5'7", 8-7-88, Rudi Ott, (510) 913-6849) by unanimous decision.
   • Judge Susan Thomas-Gitlin scored it 30-27 Nabil Saad.
   • Judge Michael Tate scored it 30-27 Nabil Saad.
   • Judge Marty Sammon scored it 29-28 Nabil Saad.
     
     
6. IKF AMATEUR MUAY THAI: 103.1-106
   Jackie Marr, (Walnut Creek, California, USA, 1-1, 105, 5', 9-28-88, Kirian Fitzgibbons, (415) 308-0231)
   defeated Cristina de Vega, (Oceanside, California, USA, 0-1, 103.6, 5', 3-5-87, Daniel Hodges, (760) 805-7178) by unanimous decision.
   • Judge Susan Thomas-Gitlin scored it 30-27 Jackie Marr.
   • Judge Michael Tate scored it 30-27 Jackie Marr.
   • Judge Marty Sammon scored it 30-27 Jackie Marr.
     
     
7. IKF AMATEUR FULL RULES MUAY THAI: 132.1-137
   Phil Devera, (San Jose, California, USA, 5-5, 5'5", 136.8, 8-23-77, Derek Yuen, (408) 605-0596)
   defeated Ivan Ramos, (Hercules, California USA, 4-4, 136.6, 5'6", 11-16-79, Yoko Ramos, (510) 285-7279) by split decision.
   • Judge Susan Thomas-Gitlin scored it 48-47 Phil Devera.
   • Judge Michael Tate scored it 48-47 Phil Devera.
   • Judge Marty Sammon scored it 49-46 Ivan Ramos.
     
     
8. IKF AMATEUR FULL MUAY THAI RULES
   WEST COAST WELTERWEIGHT TITLE 142.1 lbs. - 147 lbs.
   Quincy Schoemann, (Oakdale, California, USA, 8-4/0, 145.4, 5'10", 12-28-90, Tom Theofanopoulos, (510) 482-6505)
   defeated Steve Tamayo, (Dublin, California, USA, 6-2/2, AMMA: 2-0, 144.6, 5'8", 1-29-90, Kirian Fitzgibans, (415) 308-0231) by unanimous decision.
   • Judge Susan Thomas-Gitlin scored it 48-47 Quincy Schoemann.
   • Judge Michael Tate scored it 50-45 Quincy Schoemann.
   • Judge Marty Sammon scored it 49-46 Quincy Schoemann.
     
     
     
     
     
9. IKF AMATEUR MUAY THAI: 137.1- 142
   Ryan Hodges, (Oceanside, California, USA, 1-0, 141.8, 5'10", 1-3-90, Daniel Hodges, (760) 805-7178)
   defeated Alvin Phan, (Daly City, California, USA, 0-1, 140.8, 5'9", 10-29-92, Rodney Mirasol, (415) 640-1000) by unanimous decision.
   • Judge Susan Thomas-Gitlin scored it 30-27 Ryan Hodges.
   • Judge Michael Tate scored it 30-27 Ryan Hodges.
   • Judge Marty Sammon scored it 30-27 Ryan Hodges.
     
     
10. IKF AMATEUR FULL MUAY THAI RULES
    CALIFORNIA BANTAMWEIGHT TITLE **DEFENSE: 122.1 lbs. - 127 lbs.
    Marlon Telmo, (Fairfield, California USA, 7-4/0, AMA: 0-2, 120.4, 5'6", 9-20-77, BBDC, (707) 372-0882)
    defeated **Bell Tran, (Kha N. Tran Bell), San Leandro, California, USA, 6-2/0, 121.2, 5'2", 2-26-84, Ivan Ramos, (510) 685-0612) by split decision.
    • Judge Susan Thomas-Gitlin scored it 48-47 Marlon Telmo.
    • Judge Michael Tate scored it 49-46 Marlon Telmo
    • Judge Marty Sammon scored it 48-47 Bell Tran.
      • Marlon Telmo's trainer today announced he is now retired from fighting.
        
        
        
        
        
11. IKF AMATEUR MUAY THAI: 147.1-153
    Steve Clacken, (Vallejo, California, USA, 3-1, 152.6, 5'10", 6-3-88, Trey Howard, (707) 373-4125)
    defeated Orin Morin, (Oakland, California, USA, 2-2, 150.8, 5'10", 9-11-81, Ganyao, (415) 570-3253) by unanimous decision.
    • Judge Susan Thomas-Gitlin scored it 30-27 Steve Clacken.
    • Judge Michael Tate scored it 30-27 Steve Clacken.
    • Judge Marty Sammon scored it 29-28 Steve Clacken.
      
      
12. IKF AMATEUR MODIFIED MUAY THAI RULES
    SUPER HEAVYWEIGHT WORLD TITLE: 215.1- UP
    Xavier Vigney, (Pleasant Hill, California, USA, 9-1/4, 229.6, 6'7", 4-29-90, Dan Black, (925) 813-0229)
    defeated Leagh Rogers, (Woodruff, South Carolina, USA, 12-3/6, 251.8, 6'6", 4-14-72, Kevin Hudson, (864) 905-5425) by Knock Out at 1:35 of round 1.
    
    
    
    
    

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THURSDAY, February 16th, 2012, AT 6:30 PM/ PST

THIS WEEKENDS IKF ACTION...

Bobby Seronio Presents
"IKF Point Muay Thai / Kickboxing"
Vallejo, California, USA

• WHEN: Saturday, February 18th, 2012
• WHO: Bobby Seronio, Seronio Martial Arts
• WHERE: Vallejo High School, 840 Nebraska Street, Vallejo, California, USA
• WHAT: IKF Point Muay Thai / Kickboxing - Semi-Contact - No Knockouts!
• IKF/PKB Event Representative: Johnny Davis
• INFO: Contact Bobby Seronio / Seronio Martial Arts at(707) 980-2524
  Additional information by calling Johnny Davis at (916) 205-4762, e-mail, johnnyd@akpromotions.org

Semi-Contact - No Knockouts! Muay Thai, International Low and Hi Kick Styles- Men, Women and Children!

MORE IKF ACTION THIS WEEKEND...

Johnny Davis' AK Promotions Presents
"IKF Muay Thai / Kickboxing"
Oakland, California, USA

• WHEN: Sunday, February 19th, 2012
  • Doors and Bar Opens at 3:30 PM - Fights AT 5:PM
• WHO: Johnny Davis' AK Promotions
• WHERE: Oakland Convention Center, Oakland Marriott, 1001 Broadway, Oakland, California, USA
• WHAT: IKF Amateur Muay Thai / Kickboxing
  • TICKETS
• IKF Event Representative: Steve Fossum
• ALL OTHER OFFICIALS APPOINTED BY THE
  CALIFORNIA STATE ATHLETIC COMMISSION
• CSAC Event Supervisors: Brandon Saucedo & Tommy Nhan
• CSAC Event Referee: Dan Stell & Edward Collantes
• CSAC Judges: Michael Tate, Susan Thomas-Gitlin & Marty Sammon
• Ringside Physician: Dr. Pat Golden, MD
• CSAC Timekeeper: Valinda Stell
• CSAC EVENT INSPECTORS: Brandon Saucedo, Tommy Nhan, Brad Ehrman, Tim Huff, Frank Munoz, David Pereda & Sarah Waklee
• Contact: Mr. Johnny Davis at (916) 205-4762 or 630-9254 or by e-mail at johnnyd@akpromotions.org
• ON THE WEB: www.akpromotions.org
• PRESS PAGE: CLICK HERE!

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• FIGHT CARD AS OF Saturday, February 18th, 2012, 6:00 PM/PST
  
  
  1. IKF AMATEUR MUAY THAI: 142.1-147
     Castle Williams, San Luis Obispo, California, USA, 1-1, 5'7", Luke Riddering
     VS Sean Climaco, Fremont, California, USA, 1-0, 5'7", Daniel Kim
     
     
  2. IKF AMATEUR MUAY THAI: 137.1-142
     Anthony Alexander, Elk Grove, California, USA, 0-0, 5'7", Harry S.
     VS Carl Henderson, Dublin, California, USA, 0-0, Kirian Fitzgibbons
     
     
  3. IKF JUNIOR AMATEUR MUAY THAI: 80 to 85
     Jason Raceles, Sacramento, California, USA, 0-0, 5', Paul Matsumoto
     VS Trevor Jones, Ceres, California, USA, 2-0, 4'8", Mike Duran
     
     
  4. IKF AMATEUR MODIFIED MUAY THAI RULES
     CALIFORNIA SUPER LIGHTWEIGHT TITLE: 132.1-137 lbs.
     Elvin Deleon, Vallejo, California, USA, 3-1, 5'7", Trey Howard
     VS Nemo Vier, Fairfield, California, USA, 7-3, 5'9", BBDC
     
     
  5. IKF AMATEUR MUAY THAI: 122.1- 127
     Nabil Saad, San Francisco, California, USA, 2-1, 5'4", Edge Brown
     VS Jonathan Ramirez, Milpitas, California, USA, 5'5", 2-1, Rudi Ott
     
     
  6. IKF AMATEUR MUAY THAI: 103.1-106
     Cristina Devega, San Diego, California, USA, 0-0, 5', Daniel Hodges
     VS Jackie Marr, Dublin, California, USA, 0-1, Kirian Fitzgibbons
     
     
  7. IKF AMATEUR FULL RULES MUAY THAI: 132.1-137
     Ivan Ramos, San Leandro, California, USA, 4-2, 5'6", Team MAESH
     VS Phil Devera, San Jose, California, USA, 4-5, 5'4", Derek Yuen
     
     
  8. IKF AMATEUR FULL MUAY THAI RULES
     WEST COAST WELTERWEIGHT TITLE 142.1 lbs. - 147 lbs.
     Quincy Schoemann, Oakdale, California, USA, 7-3, 5'5, Tom Theo
     VS Steve Tamayo, Dublin, California, USA, 5-0, 5'5", Kirian Fitzgibbons
     
     
  9. IKF AMATEUR MUAY THAI: 137.1- 142
     Ryan Hodges, CITY, California, USA, 0-0, 5'9", Daniel Hodges
     VS Alvin Phan, Daly City, California, USA, 0-0, Taylor McCorriston
     
     
  10. IKF AMATEUR FULL MUAY THAI RULES
      CALIFORNIA BANTAMWEIGHT TITLE **DEFENSE: 122.1 lbs. - 127 lbs.
      **Bell Tran, San Leandro, California, USA, 6-1, 5'3", MAESH
      VS Marlon Telmo, Fairfield, California, USA, 6-4, 5'6", BBDC- Title
      
      
  11. IKF AMATEUR MUAY THAI: 153.1 -159
      TBA
      VS Derrick Pecson, Daly City, California, USA, 0-0, 5'8", Taylor McCorriston
      • 2-17-12: 10 PM: Fighter Daniel Israelyn dropped out claiming he was hurt, leaving his opponent Derrick Pecson without a bout.
        IKF is looking into the credibility of this claim.
        
        
  12. IKF AMATEUR MUAY THAI: 147.1-153
      Steve Clacken, Vallejo, California, USA, 1-1, 5'8", Trey Howard
      VS Orin Morin, Oakland, California, USA, 2-1, Mike Reigner
      
      
  13. IKF AMATEUR MODIFIED MUAY THAI RULES
      SUPER HEAVYWEIGHT WORLD TITLE: 215.1- UP
      Xavier Vigney, Concord, California, USA, 7-1, 6'7", Dan Black
      VS Leagh Rogers, Woodruff, South Carolina, USA, 12-3/7, 6'6", Kevin Hudson
      
      

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MORE IKF ACTION THIS WEEKEND...

Pete Foley Presents
"IKF Kickboxing"
Galway, Ireland

• WHEN: Sunday, February 19th, 2012
• WHO: Pete Foley
• WHERE: Menlo Park Hotel, Galway, Ireland
• WHAT: IKF Amateur Kickboxing
• IKF Event Representative: Jennifer Baranyai
• IKF Event Referee: Paul Cummins
• IKF Judges: Patrick Ryan (Chief Judge)
• Ringside Physician: Dr. Maura Grummell, MD
• IKF Timekeeper: TBA
• Contact: Mr. Pete Foley 087 8119227.

Eric Daly making a mandatory 1st defence of his IKF European Title
AGAINST
IKF English National Champion Garthy Shove.
Garthy made a successful defence of his national crown recently earning him the right for a crack at Dalys Title.


Also on the card & for the first time in Galway
"The Fantastic Four"
4 Man Elimination Tournament in the RED HOT -70kg Division
Featuring The Best From The West, Gary Manogue, the South, Anthony Taylor, the North, Darryl Orr & the East, Barry O Toole
WHO WILL BATTLE IT OUT FOR A BIG PRIZE ON THE NIGHT!

WEDNESDAY, February 15th, 2012, AT 4:00 PM/ PST

"A Pittance of Time"
Remembering Those Who Protect Us All...
No Matter Where They Serve or What Uniform They Wear...

On November 11, 1999 a singer/songwriter named Terry Kelly was in a drug store in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia. At 10:55 AM an announcement came over the store's PA asking customers who would still be on the premises at 11:00 AM to give two minutes of silence in respect to the veterans who have sacrificed so much for us.

Terry was impressed with the store's leadership role in adopting the Legion's "Two Minutes Of Silence" initiative. He felt that the store's contribution of educating the public to the importance of remembering was commendable.

When eleven o'clock arrived on that day, an announcement was again made asking for the "Two Minutes Of Silence" to commence. All customers, with the exception of a man who was accompanied by his young child, showed their respect.

Terry's anger towards the father for trying to engage the store's clerk in conversation and for setting a bad example for his child was channeled into a beautiful piece of work called, "A Pittance of Time".

Terry's is from Newfoundland Canada and the song features the Canadian Army. His own story is one that has inspired many. At the age of one, he was diagnosed with retinoblastoma, a cancerous condition that left him blind. Yet this didn't stop Terry... - a natural athlete – from becoming a double-silver medallist at the 1979 Canadian Track Competition, from being a member of the Canadian Track Team that competed in the 1980 Paralympics. Not impressed yet? He became the third blind person in the entire world to run a sub five-minute mile. He is best known for his music. With six studio release since his debut album in 1985, he has won seven East Coast Music awards and has been nominated for four Canadian Country Music awards and a JUNO. He made music history with the release of his 2002 album, The Power of the Dream. It was the first music CD in the world with Braille liner notes.

How popular is this song? Run a Google Search on "A Pittance of Time" and you will find close to 3 million sites of the song itself to stories about it...

Take a moment to watch...
CLICK HERE

MONDAY, February 13th, 2012, AT 8:55 AM/ PST

CHAMPIONSHIP
MUAY THAI / KICKBOXING
Returns to Oakland Convention Center!
IKF Super Heavyweight Championship Tops the Packed Card!
Sunday, February 19th, 2012 - Doors - 3:30 PM - Fights 5:PM

See Commercial For Event!

Johnny Davis' AK Promotions, (Based out of Rocklin, California, USA) a company specializing in events that promote fight entertainment in northern California announced that it would be hosting its second edition of IKF Muay Thai Kickboxing shows at the Oakland Convention Center in Oakland California, USA!

The first show in Oakland, brought out a full house of fans and left everyone asking when was the event returning? Well, its back and back with a vengeance!

With a IKF Super Heavyweight Muay Thai World Title on the line between 6'7" Xavier Vigney of Concord, California taking on 6'6" Leagh Rogers of Woodruff, South Carolina, this event is sure to be one to attend and remember! Plus, approximately 14 other fights between men and women from northern California will be on the card!

The show is complete with adult beverages, beautiful ring girls, food, great music and some of the best combat action in the world as fighters try and best each other with fists, feet, knees and elbows in all stand up action in a Las Vegas Atmosphere!

AK Promotions versions of this type of show is noted as one of the best of its kind and will kickoff on Sunday, February 19th, at 5:PM with doors opening at 3:30 inside the Oakland Convention Center at the Marriott Hotel - City Center located at 1001 Broadway in Oakland, California.

Tickets are available online now at www.AKPromotions.com or call (916) 205.4762 or (916) 630.9254.
Tickets will also be available at the door if any are left.
So fans are ask to get their tickets early as this event may sell out!

• PRESS: For Press Passes contact: Johnny Davis at (916) 205-4762.
• FIGHT CARD: Click HERE.
• TICKETS: Reserve Your Seats Today! Purchase Online Tickets by clicking HERE.

FOR TICKETS GO TO

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MORE FIGHT NEWS...

Results From Billy O Sullivan's
"IKF Novice Full Contact Kickboxing"
Waterford, Ireland

• WHEN: Friday, November 4th, 2011
• WHO: Tommy Delaney
• WHERE: Billy O Sullivans Gym, Waterford, Ireland
• WHAT: IKF Ireland VS France
• IKF Event Representative: Pete Foley with Jennifer Baranyai
• IKF Event Referee: Paul Cummins
• IKF Judges: Patrick Ryan (Chief Judge)
• Ringside Physician (MD): Dr. Maura Grummell
• Ambulance Service: Red Cross (Medics)
• IKF PROMOTER: Mr. Billy O Sullivan 085 858990

1. IKF AMATEUR FCR KICKBOXING
   Kasper Snic (New Ross, 1-0, 09/24/93, 80kg, 189cm, Piotr Mikolasczk 087 9174264)
   defeated Adrian English (Tipperary, 0-1, 12/03/89, 80kg, 6'3'', Craig Sutton 087 9682833) by TKO round two.
   IKF Ireland reccomend a 30 day medical suspension for Adrian English until 13 March, 2012.
   
   
2. IKF AMATEUR FCR KICKBOXING
   Brett Egan (Dungarvan, 3-0, 05/16/86, 91kg, 6'2'', Vinny O Brien 083 4218676)
   defeated Danny Joyce (Shannon, 08/25/83, 90kg, 5'11'', Howie Vincent 086 1256806) by TKO round one.
   IKF Ireland reccomend a 30 day medical suspension for Danny Joyce until 13 March, 2012.
   
   
3. IKF AMATEUR FCR KICKBOXING
   James Ward (Galway, 5-0, 12/20/96, 50kg, 5'1'', Pete Foley 087 8119227)
   defeated Connor Broderick (Thurles, 5-9-1, 11/25/94, 54kg, 5'2'', PJ Mc Cool 087 9359123) by unanimous decision, 30-29, 30-27, 30-27.
   
   
4. IKF AMATEUR FCR KICKBOXING
   David O Donnell (Limerick, 2-1, 12/26/90, 71kg, 6'', Eddie Moloney 087 1435410)
   defeated Mark O Mahoney (Waterford, 0-1, 18/06/93, 70kg, 6'', Pat Rockett 087 9396661) by TKO round two.
   IKF Ireland reccomend a 30 day medical suspension for Mark O Mahoney until 13 March, 2012.
   
   
5. IKF AMATEUR FCR KICKBOXING
   Justin Croke (Thurles, 1-0-1, 04/14/75, 90kg, 5'11'', PJ Mc Cool 087 9359123)
   defeated Steven Heffernan (Wexford,. 0-1, 07/16/82, 90kg, 6'' Brian Roche 086 0623186) by unanimous decision, 29-28, 30-27, 29-27.
   
   
6. IKF AMATEUR FCR KICKBOXING
   Adam Kelly (Dungarvan, 1-2, 03/09/92, 68kg, 5'10'' Vinny O Brien 083 4218676)
   defeated Aaron Molloy (Kilkenny, 0-2, 07/12/95, 60kg, 5'2'', Mick Bland 087 6118301) by TKO round one.
   IKF Ireland reccomend a 30 day medical suspension forAaron Molloy until 13 March, 2012.
   
   
7. IKF AMATEUR FCR KICKBOXING
   Sasha Vincent (Shannon, 1-2, 05/18/88, 58kg, 5'2'', Howie Vincent 086 1256806)
   defeated Rowena Walsh (Kilkenny, 0-1, 04/27/79, 56kg, 5', Bernard Doyle 086 8175604) by unanimous decision, 29-26, 30-26, 30-26
   
   
8. IKF AMATEUR FCR KICKBOXING
   Pat Ryan (Galway, 2-1, 11/01/74, 65kg, 5'9'', Pete Foley 087 8119227)
   defeated Alan Walsh (Waterford, 01/01/76, 0-2, 63kg, 5'7'', Billy O Sullivan 085 8589902) by Kick KO in round one.
   IKF Ireland reccomend a 45 day medical suspension for Alan Walsh until 28 March, 2012.
   
   
9. IKF AMATEUR FCR KICKBOXING
   Dinny O Halloran (1-0, 03/30/83, 74kg, 5'11'', PJ Mc Cool 087 9359123)
   defeated Noel O Byrne (PMA, 0-1, 12/12/82, 77kg, 6'1'', Mike Burke 085 7249933) by unanimous decision, 29-27, 29-27,29-27
   
   
10. IKF AMATEUR FCR KICKBOXING
    Darren Keane (Waterford, 1-0, 04/14/90, 76kg, 6'3'', Pat Rockett 087 9396661)
    defeated Sean Furlong (Wexford, 0-2-1, 07/28/94, 73kg, 5'11'', Brian Roche 086 0623186) by unanimous decision, 27-30, 27-30, 27-30.
    
    
11. IKF AMATEUR FCR KICKBOXING
    Ian Hogan (Kilkenny, 1-1, 11/01/85, 74kg, 5'10'', Mick Bland 087 6118301)
    defeated Ciaran Carrig (PMA, 01/28/88, 75kg, 5'9'', Mick Burke 01 8010081) by withdrawel in round one due to a twisted knee.
    IKF Ireland reccomend a 30 day medical suspension for Ciaran Carrig until 13 March, 2012.
    
    
12. IKF AMATEUR FCR KICKBOXING
    Ruairi Higgins (Athlone, 2-1, 10/11/94, 69kg, 5'9'', Aaron Mc Grath 085 1328205)
    defeated Adam Comerford (Kilkenny, 0-1, 02/12/94, 73kg, 5'10'', Mick Bland 087 6118301) by TKO in round two.
    IKF Ireland reccomend a 30 day medical suspension for Adam Comerford until 13 March, 2012.
    
    
13. IKF AMATEUR FCR KICKBOXING
    Colm Walsh (Waterford), 1-0-1, 06/02/89, 104kg, 6'2'', Billy O Sullivan 085 8589902
    defeated Kevin Sheehy (Limerick, 0-1, 04/10/71, 98kg, 5'10'', Eddie Moloney/Tony O Donnell 087 1435410) by unanimous decision (26-30, 26-29, 27-30.
    
    
14. IKF AMATEUR FCR KICKBOXING
    Shane Mc Connell (Waterford, 3-3, 04/25/95, 61kg, 5'10'', Pat Rockett 087 9396661)
    defeated Sean Egan (Tipperary, 1-2, 02/03/89, 60kg, 5'7'', Craig Sutton 087 9682833)
    in a four round eliminator fight for the right to fight for the IKF All Ireland AM FCR Lightweight Title on May 12 in Waterford.
    
    The second eliminator will take place on April 7 in Ashbourne, Co. Meath between Dylan Moran (WKA) and Shane Marum (Portlaoise) with the winner fighting Mc Connell for the title.

MORE FIGHT NEWS...

Stephen Thompson
Moving On To UFC 145 In Atlanta
Stephen Thompson Vs. Matt Brown - UFC 145, Atlanta, Georgia, USA

Former IKF Champion and now pro MMA fighter Stephen Thompson (Right) already has an invitation back to the UFC Fight Stage. Thompson will almost be fighting in his backyard as he takes on Matt Brown at UFC 145 in April in Atlanta, Georgia. As many here know, Thompson made his UFC debut a little over a week ago, knocking out Dan Stittgen with a head kick in round 1. The win improved his MMA record to 6-0, 1-0 in the UFC.

The critics are already at it on various MMA news pages claiming Thompson had it easy in his win over Dan Stittgen. Writers are already making it clear that Thompson will face a much more experienced fighter in Brown (13-11, 6-5 UFC) who defeated Chris Cope (5-3) by second round TKO on the same night Thompson made his debut.

However Brown has went 2-4 on his last 6 events dating back to March of 2010. He went winless in 2010 losing all 3 bouts by submission. He stayed out of the cage from November 2010 till June 2011 when he came back and defeated John Howard by decision, only to turn around in November of 2011 and lose to Seth Baczynski by submission.

The articles out in the MMA world are claiming that Thompson will most likely want to keep the fight standing, feeling he's "Just a kickboxer with no ground game." Thompson though is eager to show the MMA World his ground game if need be, but the truth is, if he doesn't have to, "Why go to the ground?" Besides, it's VERY CLEAR to everyone watching MMA today that the "Stand-up" portion of the sport is what's exciting the crowds. This is most likely why Kickboxing and Muay Thai events are showing larger crowds then 5-10 years ago. The question is, "WHEN will TV take notice and get Kickboxing and Muay Thai on main stream TV?"

The comments of Thompson's critics are nothing new and almost expected by those who don't know him. As with anyone, those who don't know Thompson and doubt him are the first to say Stittgen was not that good, and will also be the first to say neither is Brown if Thompson comes away victorious. Sadly, we live in a world of "Negative news gets more read than positive." Because of this, there will be those who want to jump on Thompson and say he's not all that, etc... We have watched Thompson since 2000. We have seen him grow up, not only as a fighter but as a bright, respectful and honorable young man. If or when the times comes that Thompson is on the losing end one day, you won't hear excuses, cries, etc.. "You will hear a man simply admit, his opponent was better on this day or night, but another day will come, and it will be my day..." to Thompson's critics, an answer like that is like smiling at a person who curses you out to your face and then just walking away... and that alone will be yet another victory for the "Wonderboy!"

For more info on Stephen Thompson click HERE!

MONDAY, February 6th, 2012, AT 5:55 PM/ PST

Stephen "Wonderboy" Thompson
Says Hello To The UFC
In The Best Way Possible!
A Right (FRONT LEG) Roundkick
KNOCKOUT
Of Daniel Stittgen At
UFC 143

Seem like you viewers here were not the only ones reading the opening line in last months Stephen "Wonderboy" Thompson, article, but for those who missed it, it read: "Abraham Lincoln once said, "I will prepare and some day my chance will come."...

Well, for former IKF World Champion and multi time IKF Tournament Champion (Among MANY other Kickboxing Titles) Stephen "Wonderboy" Thompson, that time was this past Saturday afternoon at UFC 143!

Thompson of Simpsonville, South Carolina, USA made sure he would not be forgotten as just another UFC debut fighter that simply won his bout and moved on. For over 4 minutes of the first round, it appeared Thompson was never even touched by his opponent, 31 year old Daniel Stittgen (7-2 Pro, 2-0 Amateur MMA) of Schaumburg, Illinois as Thompson seemed to land his strikes at will. Just after the 4 minute mark of round 1, Thompson picked up his "Front" Right Leg and slapped Stittgen across the neck and jaw (1) (2) and dropped him like rock. Referee Josh Rosenthal was quick to stop Thompson from moving in and good thing he did as Stittgen was OUT COLD at 4:13 of round 1.

The win brings Thompson's Pro MMA record now to a PERFECT 6-0 which when added to his kickboxing record of 51-0 brings him to a perfect 57-0*.

According to Fightcove.com, Thompson's purse was $12,000 (Includes $6,000 win bonus) and he also received a $65,000 bonus for "Knockout of the Night." Fabricio Werdum, Roy Nelson and Dustin Poirier also took home an additional $65,000 in the form of post-fight bonuses at UFC 143. Dustin Poirier for submission of the night, and Fabricio Werdum and Roy Nelson for "Fight of the Night".

It was first reported that Thompson was to face Ultimate Fighter' competitor Justin Edwards. However on January 19th, Thompson's opponent changed to Daniel Stittgen instead of Justin Edwards. The reason for the switch was and is still unknown. Thompson amassed an incredible 57-0 record as a kickboxer with 40 knockouts to his credit, but a knee injury forced him to the sidelines and that's where his attention turned to MMA.

• Below are a vast collection of Thompson's Post Bout Interviews.
  • Post Fight Press Conference
    • Stephens questions start at 17:23, 31:24 and 34:54 of this press conference.
  • Post Fight Interview
  • Post Fight Interview
  • Post Fight Interview*
  • Post Fight Interview
  • Post Fight Interview*
  • Post Fight Interview*
    • Oh and lets not forget Stephen's wining flip: Click HERE!

All of us here at IKF Kickboxing and ISCF MMA
want to Congratulate the Wonderboy on his UFC Debut win and of course,
The IMPRESSIVE way he Won!

• As an Amateur Kickboxer Thompson won 16 Amateur Titles (6 of them with the IKF).
  They included...
  • 2000 IKF East Coast Middleweight Champion
  • 2000 IKF National Tournament Middleweight Champion
  • 2001 IKF National Tournament Light Heavyweight Champion
  • 2002 IKF National Tournament Light Heavyweight Champion
  • 2002 IKF North American Tournament Light Cruiserweight Champion
  • 2003 IKF Light Cruiserweight World Champion
  • 1999 ISKA Georgia State Middleweight Amateur Champion
  • 2000 ISKA Southeast Middleweight Amateur Champion
  • 2000 PKC National Light Middleweight Amateur Champion
  • 2000 USAKBF North American Middleweight Amateur Champion
  • 2001 PKC National Light Heavyweight Amateur Champion
  • 2001 USAKBF World Light Heavyweight Amateur Champion
  • 2001 WPKA World Light Heavyweight Amateur Champion
  • 2003 U.S. National Martial Arts Team World Cup Light Heavyweight Champion
  • 2003 KICK North American Cruiserweight Champion
  • 2003 I.A.K.S.A. World Champion
  • 2005 WAKO Am/Pro World Tournament Champion
    • 1 State Title
    • 2 Regional Titles
    • 6 National Titles
    • 3 North American Titles
    • 4 Amateur World Titles from 4 different Organizations.
      
      
      
      

• (*) Correction on Thompson's overall fight record
  • Thompson retired as an amateur fighter in May of 2004 with a record of *37 wins and 0 losses with 18 KO/TKO's.
  • As a Pro Kickboxer Thompson was *20-0 with 10 Knockouts
  • As a Pro MMA Fighter, after his recent win this past weekend at UFC 143, he is now 6-0.
  • Overall, Thompson has gone *63-0 with 30 of his wins coming by Knockout.
    • (*) 4 bouts were missing from Thompson's Amateur Kickboxing record from the WAKO World Championships which Thompson won in 2005.
    • (*) 2 bouts were missing from Thompson's Pro Kickboxing record from the now defunct World Combat League.

IKF WEEKEND RESULTS...

Results From California Black Belt League's
"IKF Point Muay Thai / Kickboxing"
February 4th, 2012 - Ripon, California, USA

• WHO: California Black Belt League
• WHERE: Ripon Christian School, 435 N. Maple Ripon, California, USA
• WHAT: IKF Point Muay Thai / Kickboxing - Semi-Contact - No Knockouts!
• IKF/PKB Event Representative: TBA
• INFO: Contact the Californina Black Belt League, Junior Merefuentas at (209) 480-3192
  or Johnny Davis at (916) 205-4762, e-mail, johnnyd@akpromotions.org
  See website for details: www.californiabbl.com

• Junior Boys 15-17 Muay Thai
  1. Brandon Harry, Tracy, California, USA
  2. Bishop Nguyen, Tracy, California, USA
  3. David Martinez, Hayward, California, USA
     
     
• Men Middleweight Muay Thai
  1. Earl Smith, San Jose, California, USA (Pictured Right)
  2. Tom Emerson, Tracy, California, USA
  3. Colton Leandro, Tracy, California, USA
     
     
• Men Heavyweight - Beginner Muay Thai
  1. Jairo Rodriquez, Hayward, California, USA
  2. Brandon Ferrante, Tracy, California, USA

FRIDAY, February 3rd, 2012, AT 8:10 PM/ PST

THIS WEEKENDS IKF ACTION...

Pilot Built Training Center Presents
"IKF Point Muay Thai / Kickboxing"
Oceanside, California, USA

• WHEN: Saturday, February 4th, 2012
• WHO: Daniel Hodges & Pilot Built Training Center
• WHERE: Pilot Built Training Center, 1714 S. Coast Highway, Oceanside, California, USA
• WHAT: IKF Point Muay Thai / Kickboxing - Semi-Contact - No Knockouts!
• IKF/PKB Event Representative: Johnny Davis & Daniel Hodges
• INFO: Contact Daniel Hodges at dhodges0331@gmail.com or by calling...(760) 805-7178
  Additional information by calling Johnny Davis at (916) 205-4762, e-mail, johnnyd@akpromotions.org

Semi-Contact - No Knockouts! Muay Thai, International Low and Hi Kick Styles- Men, Women and Children!

MORE IKF ACTION THIS WEEKEND...

California Black Belt League Presents
"IKF Point Muay Thai / Kickboxing"
Ripon, California, USA

• WHEN: Saturday, February 4th, 2012
• WHO: California Black Belt League
• WHERE: Ripon Christian School, 435 N. Maple Ripon, California, USA
• WHAT: IKF Point Muay Thai / Kickboxing - Semi-Contact - No Knockouts!
• IKF/PKB Event Representative: TBA
• INFO: Contact the Californina Black Belt League, Junior Merefuentas at (209) 480-3192
  or Johnny Davis at (916) 205-4762, e-mail, johnnyd@akpromotions.org
  See website for details: www.californiabbl.com

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