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mchanganyiko karate, MMA, New England mapambano

BOUCHER HOPES SECOND TIME WILL BE A CHARM FOR CAPTURING FLYWEIGHT TITLE

Mei 29, 2019 FNU47 Acha maoni

Kwa haraka RELEASE: Lewiston, Maine (Mei 25, 2019) - New England mapambano (NEF) returns to the Androscoggin Bank Colisee on Saturday, Juni 22 with its next mixed-martial-arts event, “NEF 39: ALL-AMERICAN.” One of the featured fights on the amateur portion of the pro/am card will see Nate Boucher (4-3) tangle with Robert Presley (5-4) for the vacant NEF Amateur Flyweight Title.

This will be Boucher’s second attempt at capturing the flyweight belt. Then-undefeated, Boucher met Justin Witham (4-4) Novemba 2017 for the championship in Portland, Maine. Witham went on to win the bout, and the title, via split decision on the judges’ scorecards. Many in attendance, Hata hivyo, felt that Boucher had dominated the bout.

The loss to Witham was the start of a three-fight skid for the former wrestler from Mountain Valley High School in Rumford, Maine. Boucher has rebounded and put himself back in contention for the flyweight strap with back-to-back first-round submission victories at “NEF 36” na “NEF 37,” mtiririko.

Boucher represents Central Maine Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu in Lewiston, Maine.

“Since coming up short on the judges’ scorecards in my first title fight—a fight that many fans feel I won—I have been focused on one single goal: getting another shot at the belt,” said Boucher. “Hatimaye, that opportunity is here and I don’t plan on allowing anything to stand in my way of achieving my main goal which is winning the flyweight title! I’m doing everything that I need to do in order to make sure that the judges don’t play a role in the outcome on June 22nd. Special thanks to all of my sponsors and supporters for helping me on my way back to the belt fight—I vow to make you all proud at ‘All-American’ in Lewiston.”

Robert Presley, known as “The Warrior,” comes to Maine all the way from Lancaster, Ohio to challenge for the flyweight title. He was victorious in his most recent bout last January via unanimous decision. With this being his tenth amateur bout, Presley plans on turning pro soon after. He represents both 10th Planet Jiu-Jitsu and the Lancaster Academy of MMA.

“On June 22nd, I will be flying in from the little town of Newark, Ohio to go to war with Nate Boucher for the NEF flyweight title,” said Presley. “I don’t know much about Nate, but I will be honored to share the cage with him. Baada ya vita hii, I am turning pro. I’ve learned a lot from my amateur career and am ready to showcase my talent. Many thanks to NEF for giving me a chance to please their home crowd. I hope everyone is ready for a battle!"

“NEF 39: ALL-AMERICAN,” will take place on Saturday, Juni 22, 2019 katika Androscoggin Bank Colisee katika Lewiston, Maine with a bell time of 7 pm. Tickets are on sale now atwww.TheColisee.com.

Kuhusu New England mapambano

New England mapambano ("NEF") ni kupambana promotions matukio kampuni. NEF’s mission is to create the highest quality events for fighters and fans alike. NEF timu ya mtendaji ana uzoefu mkubwa katika usimamizi kupambana michezo, matukio uzalishaji, mahusiano ya vyombo vya habari, masoko, kisheria na matangazo.

mchanganyiko karate, MMA, New England mapambano

A NEW MIDDLEWEIGHT CHAMPION WILL BE CROWNED AT NEF 39

Mei 24, 2019 FNU47 Acha maoni

Kwa haraka RELEASE: Lewiston, Maine (Mei 22, 2019) - New England mapambano (NEF) returns to the Androscoggin Bank Colisee on Saturday, Juni 22 with its next mixed-martial-arts event, “NEF 39: ALL-AMERICAN.” Mapema leo, the fight promotion announced the addition of an amateur title fight to the card. Carlton Charles (3-2) atakabiliwa Jordan Norman (2-1) for the vacant amateur middleweight belt.

Prior to entering the MMA ranks, Carlton Charles made his mark on the football field. He played for Windham High School in Windham, Maine and later led the team to a Class A title as an assistant coach. Charles went on to play fullback for the University of Maine Black Bears. He made his NEF debut in the summer of 2017 with a 23-second knockout win. He would top that performance with a 12-second knockout victory in February 2018. After an unsuccessful attempt at capturing the amateur welterweight title against Duncan Smith (5-3) last June, Charles returned to the cage one month ago in New Hampshire and picked up yet another first-round knockout win.

“Kama kawaida, I feel blessed and very grateful for the opportunity to fight for the belt,” said Charles. “I know Jordan has come a long way in this sport and is always training hard and improving. I will be looking to not be caught by one of those big meat hooks that he has for hands. He’s a big powerful guy, and I’m going to be training hard as always to be able to go out and perform to my best ability. I know my coaches will have me ready for this one! have no doubt in my mind the fans will be in for a real treat with this one.”

Jordan Norman has indeed come a long way since his NEF debut last June. He lost that evening via first-round knockout, but Norman would come firing back in his next two bouts. He won a split decision over John Assam (0-1) kuanguka jana, and just last month finished Greg Ishihara (0-1) in the second round. Norman represents the Bad Little Falls Dojo.

“I’m honored for the opportunity to get into the NEF cage and compete for the amateur title against someone like Carlton,” exclaimed Norman. “He and I will put on one hell of a show for the Lewiston crowd. Both of us come to fight and it won’t be any different on June 22nd. I have nothing but respect for him and his team. I’m excited for the task at hand and scrapping it out for the middleweight title.”

The middleweight title fight between Charles and Norman is the fourth already announced for the “NEF 39” card. Josh “Hook On” Harvey (6-0-1) is scheduled to defend the professional featherweight title against Jordan Downey (5-4), while Nate Boucher (4-3) will square off with Robert Presley (5-4) for the vacant amateur men’s flyweight belt, and undefeated Glory Watson (4-0) takes on Caree Hill (4-1) to crown NEF’s first amateur women’s flyweight champion. Also announced for the card, Jesse “Viking” Erickson (9-7) faces Lewis Corapi (8-5) in a professional lightweight bout.

“NEF 39: ALL-AMERICAN,” will take place on Saturday, Juni 22, 2019 katika Androscoggin Bank Colisee katika Lewiston, Maine with a bell time of 7 pm. Tiketi ni juu ya kuuza sasa katika www.TheColisee.com.

Kuhusu New England mapambano

Combate Amerika, DAZN, mchanganyiko karate, MMA

COMBATE AMERICAS ANNOUNCES COMPLETION OF 10-BOUT MMA CARD FOR HISTORIC SOUTH AMERICA DEBUT IN LIMA, PERU ON FRIDAY, MAY 31

Mei 22, 2019 FNU47 Acha maoni

mchanganyiko karate, MMA, New England mapambano

WOMEN’S MMA FLYWEIGHT TITLE IS UP FOR GRABS AT NEF 39

Mei 19, 2019 FNU47 Acha maoni

Kwa haraka RELEASE: Lewiston, Maine (Mei 17, 2019) - New England mapambano (NEF) returns to the Androscoggin Bank Colisee on Saturday, Juni 22 with its next mixed-martial-arts event, “NEF 39: ALL-AMERICAN.” Mapema leo, the fight promotion announced the addition of a women’s amateur title fight to the card. Glory Watson (4-0) imepangwa kufanya uso Caree Hill (4-1) for the vacant NEF Women’s Amateur Flyweight Title. The bout will be presented by NEF in conjunction with Queen MMA Media.

Undefeated Glory Watson will look to continue her winning ways in the NEF cage and, kwa kufanya hivyo, make history as the promotion’s first women’s 125-pound titleholder. In 2018, she was the runner up for “Rookie wa Mwaka” as voted by NEF fans. Earlier this year, Watson submitted a very tough Rachael Lippert (4-3) katika “NEF 37.” She followed up that performance with a unanimous decision victory this spring on a fight card in Massachusetts. Watson represents Young’s MMA based in Bangor, Maine.

“I am looking forward to stepping up and attempting to earn the 125 cheo,” said Watson. “Caree Hill is a good opponent, and will present a new set of challenges for me as a fighter. Vita hii, kushinda au kupoteza, will test my skill and my heart. My time in the amateur ranks may be limited, so I plan to work my way to the top.”

Caree Hill will make the 3,000 mile journey across country from Portland, Oregon to face Watson for the strap. After winning her first three amateur fights, Hill took some time off from the cage following her first loss in 2017. She returned late in 2018 with a unanimous decision victory in her most recent bout. Hill holds a win in the cage of national promotion Legacy FC. She represents Team Quest which was founded by MMA pioneers and UFC legends Randy Couture (19-11) and Dan Henderson (32-15). Hill is in good company with Team Quest. The West Coast-based team has produced many of the top names in the sport over the years, including Chael Sonnen (30-16), Nate Quarry (12-4), and the late Evan Tanner (32-8) kutaja tu chache.

“I’m honored for the opportunity to fight for the flyweight championship for New England Fights,” remarked Hill when reached for comment. “I relish the challenge of fighting an undefeated fighter in her own backyard. I never back down from a challenge. This is guaranteed to be an exciting fight.”

The title fight between Watson and Hill joins two other championship contests already announced for the “NEF 39” card. Josh “Hook On” Harvey (6-0-1) is scheduled to defend the professional featherweight title against Jordan Downey (5-4), while Nate Boucher (4-3) will square off with Robert Presley (5-4) for the vacant amateur men’s flyweight belt. Also announced for the card, Jesse “Viking” Erickson (9-7) faces Lewis Corapi (8-5) in a professional lightweight bout.

“NEF 39: ALL-AMERICAN,” will take place on Saturday, Juni 22, 2019 katika Androscoggin Bank Colisee katika Lewiston, Maine with a bell time of 7 pm. Tickets are on sale now atwww.TheColisee.com.

Combate Amerika, mchanganyiko karate, MMA

NEW MAIN EVENT, CO-MAIN EVENT ANNOUNCED FOR ‘CRICKET WIRELESS PRESENTS COMBATE AMERICAS’ MMA EXTRAVAGANZA IN TUCSON, ARIZONA LIVE ON UNIVISION, UDN AND DAZN ON FRIDAY, Juni 7

Mei 17, 2019 FNU47 Acha maoni

Bellator, DAZN, mchanganyiko karate, MMA

Matokeo & Photos For Bellator 221: Chandler vs. Pitbull

Mei 13, 2019 FNU47 Acha maoni

**FULL EVENT PHOTOS HERE**

*Bellator 221: Chandler vs. Pitbull* Kuu ya Kadi:

**Patricio “Pitbull”** (28-4) kushindwa **Michael Chandler** (19-4) kupitia KO (kukwepa makonde) katika 1:01 ya duru moja

**Douglas Lima** (31-7) kushindwa **Michael "Venom" Ukurasa** (14-1) kupitia KO (kukwepa makonde) katika :35 ya mbili duru

**A.J. McKee** (14-0) kushindwa **Pat Curran** (23-8) kupitia uamuzi usiojulikana (30-27, 30-27, 30-26)

**Jake Hager** (2-0) vs. **T.J. Jones** (1-1) kuwasilisha (head and arm choke) katika 2:36 ya duru moja

**Tywan Claxton** (5-0) kushindwa **James Bennett** (4-2) kupitia TKO (kukwepa makonde) katika 2:09 ya pande zote tatu

**Awali Kadi:**

**Cris Lencioni** (5-2) kushindwa **Adil Benjilany** (5-2, 1 NC) kupitia utii (pembe tatu hulisonga) katika 4:55 ya duru moja

**Chris Gonzalez** (2-0) kushindwa **Charlie Radtke** (2-2) kupitia uamuzi usiojulikana (29-28 x3)

**Rob Fenicle** (2-0) kushindwa **Bryan Bautista** (1-1) kupitia utii (kisigino ndoano) katika 1:42 ya duru moja

**Amartuvshin Khuukhenkhuu** (10-4) kushindwa **Adam Ward** (18-12) kupitia uamuzi usiojulikana (29-28 x3)

**Christian Rodriguez** (1-0) kushindwa **Jose Leon** (0-1) kupitia utii (armbar) katika 4:39 ya duru moja

**Robert Morrow** (29-24-1) kushindwa **James Bochnovic** (9-4) kupitia KO (kukwepa makonde) katika 1:18 ya duru moja

**Dave Latoria** (0-0, 1 NC) na **Jason Belyew** (0-1, 1 NC) was ruled a no-contest due to an unintentional low blow

**Jesse Bazzi** (10-6) kushindwa **Joey Diehl** (12-10) kupitia uamuzi usiojulikana (30-27 x3)

**Josh Streacker** (6-2) kushindwa **Scott Writz** (2-1) kupitia KO (ngumi) katika 3:33 ya mbili duru

**Bellator MMA**

Bellator is a leading global mixed martial arts and kickboxing promotion featuring many of the best athletes in the world. Chini ya uongozi wa mkongwe kupambana promoter Scott Coker, Bellator events take place in major cities worldwide and can be seen on television in over 160 nchi kwa watazamaji wanaopatikana wa watu zaidi ya bilioni moja. Katika Umoja wa Mataifa, Bellator can be seen on both Paramount Network and DAZN, the world’s first truly dedicated LIVE sports streaming service. Bellator is comprised of an executive team that includes top industry professionals in television production, kuishi tukio muziki wa, fighter maendeleo / mahusiano, ukumbi manunuzi, kuundwa udhamini / maendeleo, leseni ya kimataifa, masoko, matangazo, utangazaji na tume mahusiano. Bellator is based in Hollywood, Calif. and owned by entertainment giant Viacom, nyumbani kwa duniani bidhaa Waziri burudani kwamba kuungana na watazamaji kupitia maudhui kulazimisha katika televisheni, picha mwendo, majukwaa online na simu.

**About DAZN:**

DAZN is the largest global sports streaming platform in the world. Since launching in 2016, DAZN had expanded across four continents with the service available in the United States, Canada, Germany, Austria, Switzerland, Italia, Hispania, Japan, and Brazil. DAZN guarantees no long-term contract, no bundles, just affordable access to all the service’s sports on connected devices including smart TVs, smartphones, vidonge, games consoles and PCs. In the U.S., DAZN has made its mark as an attractive alternative to pay-per-view within the combat sports industry. The platform features more than 100 fight nights per year from Matchroom Boxing, Golden Boy Promotions, GGG Promotions, Bellator MMA, the World Boxing Super Series and Combate Americas. DAZN also features live MLB action each day of the season with its new daily show, ChangeUp.

559 Mapigano, Amateur MMA, Grappling, mchanganyiko karate, MMA

McCottrell and Gomez battle for featherweight supremacy at 559 Mapigano

Mei 7, 2019 FNU47 Acha maoni

SELMA, CALIF. – Two of the hottest young featherweight prospects in California will square off Saturday, May 18th in Fresno at the Rainbow Ballroom with 559 Fights gold on the line.

Coalinga 145-pound mixed martial artist Enoch McCottrell puts his 3-0 record on the line against Bakersfield’s Vince Gomez (3-0) katika tukio kuu ya 559 Mapigano 72.

“I can’t think of two hotter fighters in the Valley right now," 559 Fights president Jeremy Luchau said. “Both have an exciting style, like to finish fights and were easy choices to fight for our vacant title.”

Katika tukio ushirikiano kuu, 559 Fights women’s Bantamweight champ Maritza Sanchez (5-6) puts her title on the line against Oakland’s Lindsay Scaturro (1-1).

Also featured on the card is a California Amateur Mixed Martial Arts Light Heavyweight State Title fight between Ceres’ Gregory Morales (4-1) and Lancaster’s Chadricc Kindle (3-2).

“We have a lot of great fights on the top of this card. Everyone has enjoyed watching Maritza’s rise in MMA and it’s great to have both Gregory Morales and Chadricc back to fight for us as well,” Luchau said.

Kwa jumla 17 bouts will be contested, including three grappling super fights. “This is a loaded fight card, na 14 MMA and 3 grappling bouts,” Luchau said. “It’s been a real pleasure getting back to our roots and working with all the schools
in the Valley for both grappling and MMA bouts.”

Pia, back in action is Arroyo Grande middleweight Isaiah Hughes (5-1) who takes on Ridgecrest’s Joseph Gaceta and Merced middleweight Jaime Llamas- Trevino (1-0) takes on Kerman’s David Marquez (0-2).

“Hughes has been a long-time fan-favorite at 559 Mapigano, as well as Gaceta. I’m really looking forward to seeing them get back in the cage,” Luchau said. “Also, Llamas-Trevino is someone to keep an eye on”

Katika vipindi vya nyingine; Del Rey strawweight Angelic Pimentel makes her debut against Sacrament’s Oksana Ball (0-0), Sacramento middleweight Daniel Zaragoza (2-2) fights Bakersfield’s Adrian Silva (1-1-1), Wasco welterweight Troy Butler (3-2) takes on San Jose’s Aaron Armijo (2-0-1), Merced bantamweight Michael Gomez (0-2) battles Porterville’s Liovardo Garfias (1-0), Clovis lightweight Xavier Moreno (2-0) fights Kerman’s Hipolito Leon (1-3), Grover Beach featherweight Marvin Garcia (1-0) takes on Tracy’s Pedro Juarez (1-1), Fresno welterweight David Chacon (1-0) fights Los Angeles’ Eric Rush (0-0), Paso Robles, lightweight Jeremy Covert makes his debut against Bakersfield’s Denny Stout (0-0), and Fresno heavyweight Larry Gonzales fights Kettleman City’s Juan Espinoza (0-0).

In grappling bouts; Adan Lozano of Parlier will meet up with Madera’s Kyle Mask, Parlier’s Alexzander Alvarado will grapple Madera’s Jorge Melchor and Selma’s Damian Gomez faces Porterville’s Brandon Cohea.

For more information visit www.559fights.com

mchanganyiko karate, MMA, New England mapambano

NEF TURNS THE OLD PORT INTO KING’S LANDING FOR A NIGHT OF NONSTOP MMA BATTLES

Mei 2, 2019 FNU47 Acha maoni

Portland, Maine (Aprili 28, 2019) - New England mapambano (NEF) returned to Aura in Portland on Saturday night with its latest mixed-martial-arts event, “NEF 38: STORMBORN.” The event was in homage to the HBO seriesGame of Thrones complete with ring girls attired as the “Mother of Dragons” Daenerys Targaryen and Sansa Stark, as well as a cello player opening the event with music from the hit show’s soundtrack. A capacity crowd of over 1100 was on hand for the action.

Katika tukio kuu, Ras Hylton (4-2) defeated Charles Penn (0-1) in a heavyweight contest. The ringside physician stopped the bout in the first round when a cut on Penn’s forehead could not be closed. Hylton landed a perfectly-placed straight right hand that opened the gash on Penn’s head and left blood pouring to the mat in a gruesome stream of crimson.

Kalebu Hall (3-0) remained undefeated to start his professional career with his third straight win. Hall submitted journeyman Jay Ellis (15-86) in the first round of the co-main event of the evening.

On the amateur portion of the fight card, four titles were at stake.

In the first championship bout of the evening, Tom Pagliarulo (3-1) captured the vacant NEF Amateur Featherweight strap with a unanimous decision victory over Zac Richard (3-1-1). In doing so, Pagliarulo, a native of Haverhill, Massachusetts, handed Richard the first loss of his career.

Duncan Smith (5-3) defended the NEF Amateur Welterweight Title against Jon Tefft (2-1). After five hard-fought rounds, Smith was declared the winner on all three judges’ scorecards. It was a good night for Smith’s team of Evolution Athletix. The Saco, Maine-based team went 4-0 on the evening with Smith’s teammates Adina Beaudry (3-0), Keegan Hornstra (4-11), and Megan Rosado (1-1) all picking up wins.

Taylor Thompson (4-0) made short work of Michigan’s Andrea Howland (2-1) to become the first-ever NEF Women’s Amateur Bantamweight Champion. Thompson submitted Howland in the first round with an armbar. The fight was brought to Portland by NEF in conjunction with Queen MMA Media.

In the fourth, and final, championship bout on the amateur card, Kam Arnold (5-0) kept his knockout streak alive with a first-round downing of Henry Clark (5-5). It was the fifth straight knockout for Arnold who retained the amateur bantamweight belt.

The fight promotion also announced several fights for its long-awaited return to Lewiston on June 22 at the Androscoggin Bank Colisee. The event is titled “NEF 39: ALL-AMERICAN.”

Hometown favorite Jesse Erickson (9-7) will take on Lewis Corapi (8-5) that evening in a lightweight contest. Erickson is a mainstay of the NEF cage and a perpetual top contender to the promotion’s professional 155-pound title. Massachusetts’ Corapi is a seasoned veteran of the New England MMA circuit, finally making his NEF debut on June 22.

Josh Harvey (6-0-1) announced that he would return to the cage at “NEF 39” to take on Jordan Downey (5-4) from Fort Wayne, Indiana. Harvey will defend the NEF Pro Featherweight Title that evening looking for his first successful defense since capturing the belt last February in Bangor. Downey is on a two-fight win streak.

Nate Boucher (4-3) will take on Robert Presley (5-4) for the vacant NEF Amateur Flyweight Title. Boucher has finished his last two opponents in the first round to move himself back into contention for another shot at the 125-pound belt. Presley represents the Lancaster Academy of MMA in Lancaster, Ohio.

In a solemn moment to open the event, NEF paid tribute to longtime staff member Casey Main with a ten-bell salute. The Wiscasset, Maine resident passed away unexpectedly late last week. The promotion dedicated the event to his memory.

The full results from Portland, Maine:

PROFESSIONAL

Ras Hylton def. Charles Penn via doctor stoppage, pande zote 1
Kalebu Hall def. Jay Ellis via submission, pande zote 1
Keegan Hornstra def. Zenon Herrera via submission, pande zote 1
Bryant Bullock def. Fred Lear via submission, pande zote 2

Amateur

Kam Arnold def. Henry Clark kupitia KO, pande zote 1
Taylor Thompson def. Andrea Howland via submission, pande zote 1
Duncan Smith def. Jon Tefft via unanimous decision
Tom Pagliarulo def. Zac Richard via unanimous decision
Arii Fernandez def. Ryan Savage via submission, pande zote 1
Titus Pannell def. Justin Philbrook via TKO, pande zote 2
Brian Cosco def. Garry Carr via TKO, pande zote 1
Megan Rosado def. Amanda Bennett via split decision
Jason Landry def. Justin Boraczek via submission, round 1
Brandon Maillet-Fevens def. Jesse Fitzsimmons via submission, pande zote 1
Jordan Norman def. Greg Ishihara via TKO, pande zote 2
Nate White def. Clifford Redman via tapout to strikes, pande zote 1
Schuyler Vallaincourt def. Dillon Henry via ref stoppage, pande zote 2
Adina Beaudry def. Traci Baldwin via TKO, pande zote 2

NEF zijazo mchanganyiko martial-arts tukio, “NEF 39: ALL-AMERICAN,” will take place on Saturday, Juni 22, 2019 katika Androscoggin Bank Colisee katika Lewiston, Maine with a bell time of 7 pm. Tickets are on sale now atwww.TheColisee.com.