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Fight News Unlimited Partners with Elite Sports: A New Era for Our Community

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We’re thrilled to announce a game‑changing partnership for FightNewsUnlimited.com: Elite Sports has officially come on board as our newest sponsor. If you’ve been around the fight scene for a while, you already know that Elite Sports stands out for its commitment to quality and innovation. From Brazilian Jiu‑Jitsu (BJJ) gis and rash guards to shorts, belts, and training dummies, Elite Sports offers an expansive catalogue of gear for men, women and kids. Their mission is simple—create stylish, affordable gear by applying the latest technology and never cutting corners. That’s why so many fighters at every level trust them.

What does this mean for our readers? First and foremost, it’s about alignment. We’ve built Fight News Unlimited on the idea that combat sports deserve in‑depth coverage and honest commentary, and we’ve never been afraid to “embrace the pain” in pursuit of truth. Elite Sports lives by that same credo, reminding athletes that their gear should work as hard as they do and that perseverance is part of the journey. As sponsors, Elite Sports will help power our journalism while giving us access to equipment reviews, behind‑the‑scenes looks at new product lines and training tips straight from the mats.

So here’s to the future! Keep an eye out for our upcoming Elite Sports gear reviews and promotional material, and be sure to check out their store for all your training needs. Together, we’re embracing the pain and unlocking new possibilities for fighters everywhere.

Contact Rich at Rich.Bergeron@gmail.com to learn more about our sponsorship opportunities and paid post fees.

Bellator, mixed martial arts

Royce Gracie Hosts Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Seminar Live Today at 3 p.m. PST / 6 p.m. EST on Bellator MMA’s Social Channels

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Today at 3 p.m. PST / 6 p.m. EST on Bellator MMA’s social channels, one of the most influential MMA fighters of all-time, Royce Gracie, will be teaching a Brazilian jiu-jitsu seminar.

The event will begin promptly on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube.

Amateur MMA, mixed martial arts, MMA, New England Fights

BLACK BELT RETURNS TO ACTION AT NEF 22 IN LEWISTON

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Lewiston, Maine (March 24, 2016) – New England Fights (NEF), America’s number-one regional fight promotion, will hold its next event, “NEF 22: ALL ROADS LEAD HERE” on Saturday, April 23, 2016 at the Androscoggin Bank Colisée in Lewiston, Maine.  The fight card will feature a mix of mixed-martial-arts (MMA) and professional boxing bouts.  Earlier today, NEF announced the addition of a professional welterweight bout to the MMA portion of the “NEF 22” fight card.  Jarod “Last Minute” Lawton (4-2) returns to the NEF cage to face Aaron Aschendorf (2-2) at a fight weight of 170-pounds.

 

One of the true stars of the NEF roster, Jarod Lawton last appeared for the promotion a year ago at “NEF 17.”  That night, Lawton lost  a split decision to Bellator veteran Dennis Olson (14-11) after three rounds of a brutal, physical battle.  It was Lawton’s first loss in the cage in three years.

 

Lawton holds a black belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ).  Along with his wife, Marcela Sorentino Lawton, he is the co-owner of Team Lawton Martial Arts and Innovative Athletics – a team New England United (NEU) affiliate based in Farmingdale, Maine.  With a reputation for pulling out late-fight submission victories, Lawton says that he will be looking for the finish against Aschendorf on April 23.

 

“I have been working hard on improving my game,” said Lawton.  “I am in the best shape of my life and excited to be fighting again.  I don’t know much about Aaron, but I’m always prepping to fight tough opponents and put on very exciting fights.  I will be hunting for the finish as always.”

 

Aaron Aschendorf is a member of the Atlantic Beach Combat Club based out of Atlantic Beach, Florida.  He began actively competing in the sport of MMA in 2004.  After a four year break, Aschendorf returned to the cage this past fall for House of Fame MMA in Jacksonville, Florida.  He is clear that he plans on coming in aggressive against Lawton when he makes the trip to Maine next month.

 

“All I can say about this fight is that I’m leaving it all in the cage that night,” said Aschendorf.   “I’m going to fight hard and aggressive. Jarod better be ready for a war, because I’m not holding anything back.”

 

New England Fights’ next event, “NEF 22: ALL ROADS LEAD HERE,” takes place Saturday, April 23, 2016 at the Androscoggin Bank Colisée in Lewiston, Maine.  Tickets for “NEF 22” start at just $25 and are on sale now at www.TheColisee.com or by calling the Colisée box office at 207.783.2009 x 525.  For more information on the event and fight card updates, please visit the promotion’s website at www.NewEnglandFights.com.  In addition, you can watch NEF videos at www.youtube.com/NEFMMA, follow them on Twitter @nefights and join the official Facebook group “New England Fights.”