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Thanks go to Eric Bullock for covering this fight.

It was a chilly night of fights on the 1st of October at the Masquerade Music Park. Fight Party had a card stacked with talent from top to bottom, which included two title fights. Here is how I saw the action.

Marquez Jackson – X3 vs Rafael George – HardKnox

George starts the round with a takedown and lands in side control. Jackson pulls George into his half guard; they scoot to the cage and move to the standing position. Jackson lands some knees to George’s body and George takes him down. Jackson works a kimura to an armbar. George rolls out on top of Jackson and the round ends.

Round 2 George delivers several kicks and Jackson answers with a knee and a few punches. George gets a single leg takedown and punishes Jackson with some ground and pound. Jackson’s triangle attempt was stopped and George goes for the armbar. Jackson sweeps and lands in George’s half guard. Jackson moves to George’s back and goes for the rear naked choke. George rolls and is now facing Jackson in his full guard. Some more ground and pound from George ends the round.

Round 3 George goes for a single leg takedown and presses Jackson into the cage. Jackson punches George in the face to stop the takedown and lands a few knees to the body. Jackson is fired up and George shoots a double leg takedown. Jackson traps George in his half guard as they move to the cage. Some knees to the body of Jackson and they are standing again. George goes for the single against the cage and they go to the ground. Jackson attempts to lock in a guillotine as the bell rings.

Marquez Jackson def Rafael George by split decision

Maurice Jones – USMC/Guerrilla Fitness vs Jeremy Thurman

A leg kick from Jones and an answering jab from Thurman begin the round. Jones delivers some knees and they break and trade. Jones lands a leg kick and Thurman returns with a jab. There is a possible low blow from Thurman and Jones is looking for some help from the ref as Thurman presses him to the cage with punches. They move to the center of the cage and a kick to the midsection of Thurman sends him to the ground where Jones hits him with a strong left. Thurman attempts a single and Jones takes Thurman to the ground.

Round 2 Jones lands a big kick and Thurman takes him to the ground but lands in Jones’ guard. Jones appears to be going for an omoplata but then pulls Thurman into his full guard. Jones sweeps off of the cage and has Thurman mounted. Jones pounds Thurman’s face with punches until the ref steps in to stop the bout.

Maurice Jones def Jeremy Thurman by TKO (strikes) at 1:55 Round 2

Tania Powell – Top Dog MMA vs Nicola Faircloth –Independent MMA

They trade leg kicks and punches as they move to the cage wall and then back to the center of the cage. Powell goes for the single and lands in Faircloth’s loose triangle that leads to Powell fully mounting Faircloth. Powell traps both of Faircloth’s arms and works the armbar. The round winds down with Powell containing Faircloth’s arms and Faircloth fighting the armbar.

Round 2 Powell presses Faircloth to the cage and is really working the single. Powell hammers Faircloth’s face with some punches and Powell finishes the takedown. Once again Powell has Faircloth mounted and is fighting for the armbar but then switches to a mounted triangle. Faircloth rolls and steps over Powell to prevent the finish and the bell rings.

Round 3 Faircloth delivers a few uppercuts and jabs to Powell and Powell easily takes her to the mat. Powell is briefly trapped in half guard and quickly transitions to side control and to mount once again. Faircloth bucks as Powell goes for another armbar or triangle. Powell switches to a kimura and Faircloth sweeps. Powell sweeps right back to mount and works the kimura to end the round.

Tania Powell def Nicola Faircloth by unanimous decision

Justin Scoggins – Pitch Black MMA vs Chris Ortiz – Independent MMA

Scoggins with his hands down and is just blasting Ortiz with punches and lands a spinning back kick. Ortiz attempts a takedown and eats a knee from Scoggins along with another spinning back kick. Ortiz slips and Scoggins pounces on him. Ortiz leaps up and Scoggins presses him to the cage. Scoggins clinches and Ortiz delivers punches to the body. Scoggins presses Ortiz to the cage and gets a double to side control. Scoggins hammers Ortiz face with heavy fists, as the bell rings and Ortiz must be helped to his corner.

Round 2 Scoggins comes out swinging and pummels Ortiz to the fence. Scoggins knees Ortiz at the cage and lands a head kick that sends Ortiz to the ground. Scoggins follows him to the mat with a flurry of punches and the ref jumps in to stop it.

Justin Scoggins def Chris Ortiz by TKO (strikes) at 1:39 Round 2

Andrew Ballenger – Contemporary Martial Arts/Hardcore Gym vs Ben Brewer – Evolution MMA

Ballenger kicks and slips when the round starts. He gets up and is quickly taken down by Brewer, however Ballenger ends up on top. Brewer sweeps and traps Ballenger in a mounted triangle. Ballenger rolls but is still caught in the triangle. Brewer works a kimura with Ballenger still locked in the triangle. Ballenger slips out and is to his feet. Brewer works a single to the fence and pulls Ballenger away to finish the takedown. Ballenger goes for a triangle and the bell rings.

Round 2 They trade kicks and Brewer shoots a double. Brewer finishes the takedown and lands with Ballenger in his half guard. Ballenger moves to mount and Brewer sweeps into Ballenger’s guard. Ballenger hooks up the triangle and is delivering some hammer fists. Brewer lands some knees to the body of Ballenger still locked in the triangle as the round ends.

Round 3 A leg trip by Brewer and he ends up in Ballenger’s half guard. Brewer moves to side control and punches Ballenger in the face. Brewer mounts and Ballenger rolls, giving up his back. Brewer locks in a rear naked choke and Ballenger taps out.

Ben Brewer def Andrew Ballenger by rear naked choke at 1:53 Round 3

Charles Rosa – ATT vs John Cobb – Independent MMA

Both fighters trade every strike in their arsenal and a Rosa jab sends Cobb to the mat. Hammer fists by Rosa and he moves to mount. Rosa tees off and Cobb gives up his back. Rosa sinks in a rear naked choke and Cobb is finished.

Charles Rosa def John Cobb by rear naked choke at 1:22 Round 1 to win the Fight Party Lightweight Amateur belt

Joseph Corneroli – Pitch Black MMA vs Steele McCall – X3

Corneroli trips McCall and lands in mount. McCall rolls and Corneroli takes his back. Steel works out and they are back to their feet. A head kick and a hook lead to a takedown by Corneroli. McCall hooks up a kimura and Corneroli works out pressing against the cage and delivers elbows to McCall. Steele goes for a guillotine and then transitions to a triangle/armbar. Corneroli stands and McCall lets go but is still pressed to the cage. McCall goes for the armbar but Corneroli rolls and moves to side control and transitioned to mount as the round comes to an end.

Round 2 McCall presses Corneroli to the cage. Corneroli tosses McCall to the ground and lands in side control. Steele wall walks the cage and Corneroli knees the body several times. Corneroli locked up an arm triangle and McCall defends it well. Minutes go by with the arm triangle locked and Corneroli’s arms tire, he lets go of the choke and McCall gets to his feet. Corneroli trips McCall and lands in McCall’s guard as Steele goes for a guillotine.

Round 3 Steele lands a few punches and Corneroli takes him down with a single into side control. McCall traps Corneroli with an inverted triangle but Corneroli slips out and moves to side control. Corneroli delivers some knees to the body and moves to mount easily. McCall bucks and attempts to slip out the back door but Corneroli is smothering him with pressure. On their feet again, Corneroli trips McCall landing in mount and sinks in a guillotine. McCall sneaks out and the bell rings.

Joseph Corneroli def Steele McCall by unanimous decision

Kendrick Miree – ATT vs Michael Alford – Team ROC

Miree chases Alford around the cage and takes him down into side control and then to mount. Alford rolls giving up his back, Miree goes for the rear naked choke and Alford defends. Alford tries to stand but Miree forces him down. Miree is transitioning from back, to side control to north/south like clockwork. Miree works his hooks in and goes for the rear naked again. Alford rolls and Miree is in side control peppering him with elbows.

Round 2 Miree presses Alford to the ground, picks him up and drops him to his side. Miree mounts and Alford rolls and is happy in the turtle position. Alford manages to get up, Miree presses him face first into the cage and takes Alford down with ease. Alford turtles again and Miree takes his back after sinking in his hooks. Miree saws in a rear naked choke but Alford sweeps. Alford is in Miree’s guard and stands as he stacks Miree up. Miree sees an arm, grabs it and taps Alford with an armbar just before the bell.

Kendrick Miree def Michael Alford by armbar at 4:55 Round 2

Stephen Thompson – Pitch Black MMA vs Patrick Mandio – X3

Thompson comes out with his hands down and switching stances rapidly just begging Mandio to come in close. Mandio presses Thompson to the cage; Thompson spins out and presses Mandio to the fence. They break off of the wall and into the center of the mat. Mandio tosses Thompson to the ground and lands in Thompson’s guard. Thompson lands elbows to Mandio’s head as Mandio scoots Thompson to the cage. Thompson walks the wall and delivers a knee to Mandio.

Round 2 A head kick from Thompson and Mandio goes in for the single, he presses Thompson to the cage. Thompson circles and they moved to the center. Thompson presses Mandio to the cage and delivers knees to a takedown. Thompson goes to mount and punishes Mandio’s head with punches. Mandio forces himself up the cage as they break. Thompson goes to the body with punches, lands a combo and head kick before taking Mandio down again. Mandio works his way up as the round ends.

Round 3 Thompson lands several sidekicks to Mandio’s head and then punishes him with leg kicks. Mandio is swinging for the fences as they clinch and trade knees. Thompson continues to pick his strikes perfectly and time them just right to close out the round.

Stephen Thompson def Patrick Mandio by unanimous decision

Marius Cujba – X3 vs John Cofer – Hardcore Gym

The majority of the first round was spent as both fighters are feeling each other out. Cujba lands several unchecked leg kicks. Cofer with a low blow and the ref gives Cujba time to recover. The round ends with more feeling out.

Round 2 Both fighters seem to be ready to throw this round. Cofer is pressing hard landing several shots to the head and body. Cofer charges with 2-3 punch combos and Cujba lands more unchecked leg kicks. Both fighters throw equalizing jabs as Cofer shoots for the takedown. Cujba grabs the fence to stop the takedown but Cofer does not care and slings him down anyway. Cofer ends the round on top blasting Cujba with shoulder blows to the face.

Round 3 Cofer charges with the combos again as Cujba paws at him. Cofer catches a Cujba head kick and then a leg kick to press Cujba to the fence. They circle and Cofer blasts Cujba with a couple of rights. Cofer works a single and attempts a trip but Cujba grabs the cage again to stop the takedown.

Round 4 Cofer lands an uppercut and Cujba answers with a hook. Cujba continues to paw at Cofer and appears to be searching for a strong overhand right. Cujba goes for a single and Cofer lands a knee to the body. They circle and trade to end the round.

Round 5 Cofer is mixing it up more, throwing more kicks to the body. Cujba is still pawing at Cofer. Cofer goes for the single and Cujba grabs the fence again to prevent the takedown for the third time in the fight. Cofer presses Cujba into the cage and delivers several knees while maintaining a tight body lock on Cujba. Cujba goes for a kimura and Cofer circles and moves to the center of the cage. Cofer lands a big left and then a big toss by Cujba and Cofer. Cujba presses Cofer to the fence and Cofer punishes Cujba with a multitude of knees as the bell rings.

John Cofer def Marius Cujba by unanimous decision to win the Fight Party Lightweight belt

We hope you didn’t miss this great night of fights in Duluth on Friday but if you did here’s the full wrap up:

Clayton Haley – Thunderhouse MMA vs Manuel Correa – Rodrigez MMA 147lbs

Clay throws a good combo that makes Manuel cover up and take a few body shots. Clay drops for a takedown and grabs a leg. Manuel holds him off for a minute but gets taken to the ground. Clay is on top in half guard and works to pass. Manuel sweeps him over into a front headlock. Manuel works some punches there and locks in a guillotine that looked tight. Clayton shakes him off and they scramble. Clay takes the back and leaps over for an armbar. Clay works for it till the time expires.

Round 2 Clayton lands a good leg kick and circles. Manuel returns with a jumping switch kick and misses. After a few seconds he tries again and gets taken down for his trouble. Clayton is on top in guard and works punches to the body in this amateur bout. Clayton is unable to pass and they trade body blows for the remainder of the round.

Round 3 Clayton circles and jabs. Manuel hasn’t hardly thrown a strike all fight. Clayton lands a leg kick. They clinch up a moment and Clayton lands a good right. Manel seems to recover quickly. They approach and trade some but Clayton is surely getting the better of the exchanges. Later in the round Clayton seems to wilt and Manuel has an opportunity to land some blows and take the round but can’t quite come up with enough.

Clayton Haley def Manuel Correa by unan. dec.

Cody Black – Gentry’s MMA vs Drew Moody – Full Throttle MMA 137lbs

Cody drops for a single leg quick and gets on top in half guard. Cody is able to pass to side control and tries to isolate an arm. Drew turns and tries to make space but Cody stays heavy on him. Cody is able to slip a leg over and gets the mount. Drew hooks a leg and gets it back in half guard. Cody attacks the neck for a choke as the round ends.

Round 2 Cody shoots for another takedown and they find themselves in a similar position. Cody works to pass and does to side control. Drew recomposes his guard and clamps down on Cody’s neck. The ref stands them up after some inactivity and Cody shoots for the takedown immediately. Drew puts up a high guard and forces Clody to pull back and up exposing an arm for Drew to work an armbar. Cody defends the armbar and finds himself nearly in a triangle. The round ends during that attempt.

Round 3 Drew nearly lands a head kick but gets taken down during his subsequent strike. Cody is in north-south on top, grabs a kimura, and moves to side control. Drew rolls over and turtles. Cody takes the back and works for a choke. Drew explodes and gets back to half guard momentarily. Cody passes to mount again and postures up for an armbar.

Cody Black def Drew Moody by unan. dec.

Tecia Torres – Knuckle Up vs Ivey Turner – Legacy Fight Club 118lbs

Tecia lands a body kick early and Ivey clears the distance to clinch up in the corner. Ivey works for a body lock to bring it to the ground. Tecia delivers some knees in the clinch and gets the neck for aguillotine. Tecia drags her to the ground and gets top position with the choke. Tecia tries to finish the choke bt Ivey escapes and gets on top in Tecia’s guard. Tecia puts up for an armbar and Ivey picks her up for 2 consecutive slams. Tecia tries for another armbar but Ivey stays on top until the round ends.

Tecia lands a big push kick in the first seconds. Ivey clinches up and walks Tecia to a friendly corner. Tecia tries to circle out and land knees but Ivey appears very strong. Tecia lands an unintentional knee to the head in this women’s amateur bout. Time back in and they clinch again quickly. Ivey lands the outside trip she’s been attempting but Tecia slips under and takes Ivey’s back. Tecis works for the choke on top and gets the tap after a few moments.

Tecia Torres def Ivey Turner by sub (RNC) 2:43 in rd. 2

Amika Olchovic – Grubel’s MMA vs Mary Matia – KBX Fitness 128lbs

Amika lands a push kick and solid jab early. Mary is a tank and takes the shots in stride. Mary hunkers down and machine guns strikes like she is accustomed to doing. Amika stays very busy in the clinch and keeps Mary from getting a rhythm. At range Amika has a very good jab and rocks Mary a time or two. Mary just keeps coming back but she’s getting struck more times and harder than I’ve seen in any of her fights.

Round 2 Mary keeps coming and tries to wear Amika out in the clinch. Amika lands a varied series of strikes and moves to evade. Amika slows down with kicks and really lowers the offensive output allowing Mary to machine gun her way to winning the round.

Mary backs Amika up to her corner and forces Amika to clinch with her as she delivers her trademark onslaught of punches. Amika gets some clinch work in to stymie the attack and they teeter back and forth with punches and clinch work. Tough fight to call with this last round being so close.

Mary Matia def Amika Olchovic by split dec.

Josh Cook – Chaotic Fitness vs Shea Taylor – Saraiva MMA 157lbs

Josh closes to clinch and maybe take it to the ground. Shea locks a guillotine but is slammed on his side and it’s a grappling match now. Josh is on top in half guard an tries to isolate an arm but switches quickly to a kneebar on his prosthetic leg! The fight is reset to standing after the leg is reaffixed. Shea closes with strikes and Josh drops for a takedown. Shea locks on a guillotine and Josh is forced to tap.

Shea Taylor def Josh Cook by sub (guillotine)

Stephen Upchurch – Knuckle Up vs Jake Pruitt – Legacy Fight Club 157lbs

Jake fights with open hands and throws big kicks and looping punches. Stephen closes and they trade a few shots. They land simultaneous hooks and stagger each other for a moment. Jake clinches up now and drives Stephen to the corner. Stephen turns him and drops for a double leg takedown getting the fight to the ground. Stephen is on top in the guard now and works to strike and pass. Jake is able to push Stephen off momentarily and Stephen goes to kicking the thighs of a downed Pruitt. Stephen drops to meet Jake on the ground and Jake turns to X-guard in an effort to sweep. Stephen pushes Jake head down to the mat and strikes until Jake presents the neck. Stephen locks in a guillotine and gets the tap for the victory.

Stephen Upchurch def Jake Pruitt by sub (guillotine) 3:20 in rd. 1.

Gerry Tena – Striker Fight Center vs Chris Cain – Fitness Edge MMA 144lbs

Gerry lands a stiff leg kick early and Chris shoots for a bodylock takedown. They scramble and exchange guillotine attempts quickly. Gerry is on the bottom now with Chris in side control. Gerry rolls him over and into his guard. Gerry works elbows from the bottom as Chris passes to side control and eventually the mount. Chris advances for an armbar and Gerry is able to roll with him and end up on top. They scramble, Gerry approaches and Chris goes for a leg lock. They jockey around for position and scramble again. These guys are all over the place. Chris is able to pass again all the way to north-south. Gerry turns to recompose his guard and Chris ends up on top in half guard. Gerry eats a big elbow and blasts up to sweep to top position. He lands a punch or two before the round ends.

Round 2 Gerry loads up a big punch and they close again. Chris drops low for a takedown and Gerry is able to sprawl effectively the first two times before he’s taken down. Gerry has Chris in his full guard now. Gerry has a butterfly hook in and as Chris moves out transitions to a nice armbar that gets really close. Chris defends and is back on top. Gerry turns for another smooth armbar attempt that ends in a triangle attempt. Chris defends really well by turning his body and ends in side control again. Chris passes to mount but only for a moment. Gerry moves him off but is mounted again quickly.

Round 3 Chris closes and Gerry hits an arm circle takedown to end in half guard on top for the first time this fight. He postures up and lands some hard punches and elbows. Chris turtles and Gery lands more strikes. Gerry rolls him over and attacks an arm for an armbar. Chris defends end is in Gerry’s guard. Gerry struggles to get top position, Chris tries an anaconda choke, misses, and gets Gerry’s back with one hook. Chris tries to seal an arm-triangle as the final bell rings.

Chris Cain def Gerry Tena by unan dec.

Andrew Higgins – Fusion MMA vs Jacob Hebeison – Iron Clutch Fitness 137lbs

Andrew has light step, very Dominic Cruz and circles Jacob with kicks. Jacob replies with a stiff shot of his own but goes back into defensive mode. Andrew stalks him across the ring with a combo, Jacob counters, and Andrew drops for a takedown. Jacob is able to stuff it and they circle around some more. Andrew goes for a flying knee and Jacob snatches him down to the ground. Andrew goes for a heel hook, Jacob a toe hold, and Jacob turns to land on top in Andrew’s half guard. They scramble to stand when Jacob grabs Andrews neck for a guillotine. Andrew survives and is in Jacob’s guard. Jacob is able to technical stnace up and end the round standing over Andrew landing elbows and solid punches.

Round 2 Jacob feints some and throws a hard right that gives Andrew pause. They trade some jabs and Jacob fires a takedown from 6 feet out landing a double leg takedown in his corner. Jacob postures up and lands a shot that makes a solid thud with Andrew’s head on the canvas. Jacob maneuvers between side control and north south to deliver more elbows. Andrew is taking a beating but uses his legs to defend himself. Jacob attempts a fight-finishing armbar that he misses by inches and Andrew finishes the round on top. A dominating round for Jacob.

Round 3 Jacob lands a stiff leg kick that slows Andrew down pretty good. Andrew is having a tough time finding his spot now and reaches with his punches. Jacob rushes in and lands another big takedown. Jacob maintains a high half guard and works more punches and elbows that are hurting Andrew, this could be stopped at any second. Aaaand a full minute of punishment later Andrew maintains his composure and gets guard, then works for a knee bar when Jacob gives up a leg. Jacob defends and gets back on top in the half guard he was able to deliver all that punishment from. Jacob hops up and works a far-side arm bar that turns into a kimura.

Jacob Hebeison def Andrew Higgins by sub (kimura) 4:41 in rd. 3.

Ronnie Rogers – HIT Squad vs Diego Saraiva – Saraiva MMA/Team Octopus 150lbs

Ronnie comes up and lands a few punches ending with a strong sweep. Ronnie leaves him on the ground and they get back to standing. Ronnie favors some leg kicks here, Diego hasn’t thrown much yet. Ronnie stalks Diego down and throws combos. They clinch up and Diego goes for a guillotine. Ronnie is able to pop his head out and stands over Diego. Ronnie lets him stand and they circle again. Diego lands a leg kick and Ronnie returns the favor. Ronnie tags Diego and he follows up with a combo. Diego taunts for more. Diego lands a solid body kick just as the first round ends.

Round 2 Diego backs up and when Ronnie lands a punch, Diego covers up to block a few, perhaps to wear Ronnie down. Ronnie gets 2 more chances like that but lands no major damage. Diego is kicking the body and legs. This seems to be an overall strategy to wear Ronnie down, enticing him to strike with taunts. Diego has had 2 failed takedowns this round so far, double legs that Ronnie is flat stuffing. Diego lands a right punch and high right round combo that momentarily staggers Ronnie. Diego pursues but Ronnie recovers quickly. Diego has certainly kept Ronnie guessing late in this round with oddly timed counters and covers up but Ronnie is seemingly outstriking Diego.

Round 3 Ronnie catches a kick and lands a right to put Diego down. Lots of showboating and taunting now that these guys are really hating on each other. Their strikes are similarly varied with straight punches and kicks to the body and legs. Diego seems fresher at this stage but we’re not seeing the urgency you’d expect from a guy that is probably losing the fight. Diego lands a stiff jab in the later minutes and Ronnie has taken to flashy kicks for the benefit of the judges and fans. Ronnie retreats straight back with his chin in the air which could be a problem if Diego moves forward enough. Diego gets another shot stuffed and weathers another 4 punch combo while covered up. Diego may now be landing more strikes but they appear to be about even. Diego has a failed takedown and upkicks from the ground. 10 seconds clack and the fight is over soon after.

Ronnie Rogers def Diego Saraiva by unan. dec.

NextMMAFighter was able to cover another great night of fights at Wild Bill’s in Duluth, Ga. The card, as laid out, provided some really interesting matchups and others that we know would lend themselves to some sparks. Check out the action here:

Stephen Coggins- Legacy Fight Club vs John Garcia – Team Octopus 137lbs

John rushes out like a bull but does not srike. They clinch up and Stephen drags the action to the ground. John is able to work back to full guard and Stephen works the body. John posted up for an armbar, Stephen avoided it but jumped right into a traingle attempt. John works the triangle from the bottom but is unable to complete. Stephen defends, rolls John over and takes the back. John turns into him and works some punches in the guard. They stand and approach once more. Stephen controls John’s neck in a clinch for the remainder of the round.

Round 2 John rushed out again and Stephen strikes. They lock up go to the ground with Stephen in John’s half guard. John recomposes his guard and Stephen works to pass. They get stood up and nearly land simultaneous haymakers. John seems to have clipped Stephen and gets the action to the ground. Stephen turtles and John takes the back. Stephen struggles to escape his position but John is able to sink in the Rear Naked Choke.

John Garcia def Stephen Coggins by sub (RNC) in rd. 2 2:14

Rusty Crowder – Defkon 1 vs Kevin Patton – Fusion MMA 136lbs

These guys size each other up to start. Kevin looses a leg kick followed by a flying switch kick. They scramble on the ground momenatirly and get back to standing. Rusty fires off a flurry and Kevin drops for a takedown. Rusty sprawls out nicely and they separate. They trade some low kicks although Rusty seems to be commanding the standup. Kevin drops for a takedown and ends in Rusty’s guard. Rusty had an arm locked up pretty well and was landing shots on Kevin’s face. Kevin got his arm free and rained down some blows form the top. The round ends with Kevin in Rusty’s guard.

ROund 2 Kevin throws a few kicks to set up another double leg takedown. Kevin has his arm trapped behind Rusty’s back and is getting a little punishment for it. Rusth has some active hips and puts up for an armbar. Kevin avoids it and lands some solid punches. Kevin postures up once or twice to land more punches whil Rusty tries to devn and find an opportunity to sweep. They end the round roughing each other up in the guard.

Round 3 Kevin is having trouble penetratin Rusty’s jabs and kicks. Rusty rushes forward and gives Kevin a chance to drop levels and get another takedown. Kevin works more punches from the top, opting to stand and punch as well as deliver blows from the guard. They trade back and forth for a bit and get stood up. Kevin lands a good push kick and follows with another takedown. The action slows and they get stood up for the last time. In the last 10 seconds Rusty unleashes a barrage of punches and they stand and trade for a full 5 seconds in an exciting finish.

Kevin Patton def Rusty Crowder by split dec.

Nick Beal – Striker Fight Center vs Gui Curry – Knuckle Up 156lbs

Gui throws a combo quick and clinches up for a takedown. Nick keeps his feet and tries for a body kick. Gui weathers the kick and gets a takedown. Gui lands in half guard and works to pass. Gui is able to pass to side control after pushing Nick’s leg down and stepping over. Gui works some punches but Nick returns some of his own from his back. Gui steps over to mount and Nick executes a nice slip to get him back to half guard. Gui passes again and throws punches from the mount when time expires.

Round 2 Nick throws a combo to keep Gui outside of his range but Gui persists and clinches up. Gui lands an outside trip and they are back to the ground. Gui passes to mount once more and throws punches. Nick turns to escape as best he can but Gui is heavy and sticky. Gui moves up to set up an armbar and Nick turns into him and gets top position. After 4:45 of controlled punishment from Gui, we see Nick unleash a round and a half of frustration and land some solid punches when the round ends.

Round 3 Gui shoots for a single early and Nick maintains his balance. Nick punches Gui down to the ground and Gui is laying it wait. Nick drops som punches but lets him stand. Gui tries 2 more takedowns but is stuffed and Nick let’s him stand. Gui looks tired and his takedowns are less effective. NIck stuffs another and lands some punches before he lets Gui up agains. Nick drops his shoulders for a leading left hook and barely misses. Gui rushes in for one last takedown he is unable to land before the fight ends. This is gonna be a tough one to score. Could easily be a draw.

Gui Curry def Nick Beal by majority dec.

Jose Tezanos – Hardcore Gym vs Joe Elmore – Hardknox/Gracie Barra 156lbs

They get after it fast but Jose lands a slightly illegal knee at the beginning. The fighters are ok and we get back to it. Jose cme to bang and they get after it. Joe regurns some shots and they grapple up. Jose drops for a double and gtes to the ground. Joe turns out and works Jose’s neck. Joe works hard for that guillotine but Jose pops out. They scramble and Joe gets a neck again. JOse picks him up to slam and Joe rolls him over. They scramble and Joe finds the neck again. Jose gets on top and pops his head out. These guys love a formula. Jose is on top and working some position but looks to have poked an eye. Jose denies it but Joe is upset. The tension is palpable. Joe kicks Jose’s legs out and catches the neck again on the way down. Jose finds daylight once more and he’s back on top. Jose postures up and works punches to a down Elmore. Joe moves a lot and misses most of the damage as the round ends.

JOe lands a huge pushkick early in this round and follows with a roundhouse that misses. Jose pushes forward and gets a takedown. They find themselves in a familiar Elmore half guard. Jose works some body shots and elbows. Joe creates some space and spins out. They trade some knees and Joe drops for a takedown of his own. They scramble for position and Joe goes for a triangle Jose turns and loosens a leg to stay out of trouble and passing to side control. Joe pushes Jose off and goes for a triangle and transitions to an omoplata. Jose defends the omaplata ang goes back to Joes guard. Joe did a lot of work off his back, maybe more than I’ve seen him do in any of his other fights. Hard round to score.

Round 3 Joe starts picking Jose apart with big punch combos. Well not really combos but a series of hard thrown unansswered punches. JOse has his nhands down and is tired. Joe is hunting for a KO here. Joe’s got strong push kicks that are taking the last wind out of Jose here. Joe works the body with two big rights and a solid kick. Jose fires a lazy takedown and gets his back taken. Joe works him with punches and knees for the remainder of the round.

Joe Elmore def Jose Tezanos by majority dec.

Bryan Goldsby – Rush MMA vs Ronnie Rogers – Hit Squad 155lbs

Bryan is using his footwork and speed to keep range but drops for a takedown when Ronnie closed the distance. Bryan’s length might be a problem for Ronnie as we go on. They both drop for a takedown and Ronnie locks up a neck quickly. Bryan shifts and changes his posture to get some relief but after a few moments he looks to tap.

Ronnie Rogers def Bryan Goldsby by sub (guillotine) in rd. 1:15

Scott Farhat – Striker Fight Center vs Byron Bloodworth – Iron Clutch Fit/ATT Atl 135lbs

Byron feints a front kick and lands a glancing switch knee. Byron clinches up and they move to the corner. Scott works some inside punches and uppercuts while Byron presses him into the corner looking for an openning to strike. The ref splits em up and we get back to standup. Byron feints a takedown tht Scott bits hard on. Scott lands a short hook on the way out and Byron leaps into him with another switch knee. Byron is landing the more technical strikes and Scott counters with a rush of strikes. They clinch up after some strikes and resume the corner. Scott lands some big body shots as the round ends.

Round 2 Byron lands a leg kick and solid body kick to start the series. Scott answers with a leg kick. Byron backs up and lands that jumping switch knee that knocks Scott out cold.

Byron Bloodworth def Scott Farhat by KO in rd 2

Sportfight X Atlanta was a great night of fights and packed with excellent MMA action. Here’s the blow-by-blow.

Scott Eaton vs Jared McWilliams 185lbs

Scott has some heavy looking hands and is setting up big strikes with leg kicks. Jared clinches up and is maybe looking for a takedown but Scott is landing some good body blows and when is finally dragge to the ground, ends on top. Scott gets side control and works the far arm for an americana. Jared is able to roll to the turtle position for momentary relief but gets rolled back over and submitted.

Scott Eaton def Jared McWilliams sub (americana) 2:01 of rd. 1

Manuel COrrea vs Jose Luis Lopez 145lbs

Jose faked a kick and slipped early in the round allowing Manuel, the BJJ artist to get on top and apply shoulder choke/neck crank. Jose tries to establish a guard and is able to stand with Manuel’s arm around his neck still. Manuel keeps his grip and tries a guillotine that he uses to take Jose to the ground. Jose defends and they get back to the feet. Jose misses another kick and Manuel attacks with punches. Jose returns some punches of his own.

Jose attacks the body in the second round with some hard hooks. Here on the feet Manuel is having trouble putting anything together. Jose mixes it up with some body kicks and fast hands. Jose lands another slapping right round to the body and the crowd hears it. Jose does a pretty good job of staying up and jabbing his opponent. Manuel is able to drop and land a solid double leg takedown and slam. On top, Manuel isn’t able to work a position until Jose scrambles and offers a neck. Jose is defending the choke well and gets back to standing in a clinch when he’s kneed in the junk. The horn is blown and some punches are exchanged just after the fight due to a little slow ref action.

Manuel Correa def Jose Luis Lopez by unan dec.

Roderick Lewis vs Alex Moore 155lbs

Roderick drops some hard strikes early and bowls Alex over. Alex works for a leg lock from the ground. Roderick defends but is placed in Alex’s guard. Alex works for a triangle immediately. Alex works on the triangle for a full minute and Roderick is finally forced to tap.

Alex Moore def Roderick Lewis by sub (triangle) 2:48 of rd 1.

Mike Alvarado vs Jeremy Wallace 185lbs

Jeremy lands a sneaky uppercut and follows with a single leg takedown. Jeremy postures up and punches Mike’s head. Mike is able to kick him off and when Jeremy comes back down lands in a triangle set up. Mike is unable to complete and they get back to standing. When Mike rushes wih strikes, Jeremy drops levels again and lands another takedown. Jeremy lands some strikes there but stands up shortly after. They clinch up and work the body for control. Jeremy lands an inside knee and the separate again. Jeremy lands another big takedown before the round ends.

Jeremy spends the round backing up and keeping his distance and suddenly explodes with another big takedown. Jeremy works strikes from top position there but opts to stand again. Jeremy shoots another takedown but Mike finally stuffs one and looks like he might take Jeremy’s back when Jeremy scrambles out. Jeremy loooks like he might be gassing again but lands yet another big takedown toward the end of the 2nd stanza.

Round 3 Jeremy hits his signature takedown early and gets on top to work some strikes. The ref stands em up after some inactivity and they get to circling each other. Jeremy gets one last takedown and works some punches before the fight ends.

Jeremy Wallace def Mike Alvarado by unan. dec.

Alfonso Bautista vs Luke Neyland 155lbs

Luke nails a single leg takedown early and is immediately in side control. Alfonso tries to stand but gives up his back in the process. Alfonso is able to turn back into Luke but Luke switches his hips quickly and attempts an armbar. Alfonso switches sides and looks ok but Luke throws the legs up for another armbar that does complete.

Luke Neyland def Alfonso Bautista by sub (armbar) 1:49 in rd. 1

Ururahy Rodrigues vs Patrick Mandio 170lbs

Patrick dodges a jumping front kick and stuffs a takedown in the first 5 seconds. Ururahy works a high crotch single leg. Patrick is doing a great job of staying on his feet and when he is able to, hits a hip toss and ends in halfguard. Ururahy is able to kick Patrick off and they get back to standing. Ururahy attempts another jumping front kick and single leg as before. Patrick keeps his feet. They separate and circle for a time. Ururahy lands some good leg kicks here before the round ends.

Ururahy launches 2 flying kicks now and as he takes his shot eats a big punch from Patrick. Patrick follows him down and lands a few more punches. Ururahy drops for a takedown and they go the ground when Patrick is able to get top position. They have a tense exchange on the ground and get back to the feet. Ururahy closes for another single leg, but still can’t get Patrick to the ground. Ururahy lands 3 solid leg kicks in succession and closes for another single leg. Ururahy finally completes a takedown but is unable to get any work done before Patrick kicks him off. Patrick lands another hip toss before the round ends.

Round 3 Ururahy lands a couple good leg kicks. The third leg kick that Patrick receives looks to have hurt him. Ururahy closes for another single leg takedown. Ururahy is working for this takedown but Mandio is doing a good job of keeping his feet. They separate and Ururahy shoots again. Patrick tosses him and they get back to standing. Ururahy doesn’t seem to exhibit any urgency as the time wanes. Patrick stuffs a big takedown and ends in top position for some punches as the time runs out.

Patrick Mandio def Ururahy Rodrigues by unan dec

Joe Elmore vs Stephen Ledbetter 155lbs

Joe is loading up his strikes and is looking to really hurt Stephen. Stepehen hits a double leg takedown and after a scramble ends up with a guillotine attempt that Joe is able to defend and get up from. Joe kicks the body and the inside leg. Stephen drops for another double leg and ends in Joe’s open guard. Stephen works some GnP from the top while Joe stays active looking to sweep or submit. Joe puts the legs up for a triangle and while he is unable to submit Stephen, he is able to land an elbow and open a cut on Stephen’s scalp.

This round neither fighter is able to land a punch in the openning minute. Stephen drops for a double and ends in Joe’s guard again. Stephen takes advantage of Joe’s open guard and passes to mount. Joe does a good job of recomposing the guard. They go back and forth a bit on the ground but Joe is able to get it back to standing. Joe loads up a huge right but gets taken down in the process. Stephen works some body body head from top position and eats a big elbow. “You’ve heard of suntan, these guys have bloodtan.”- Frank Milsap

Stephen drives in for a takedown and almost takes a huge knee. Joe locks in a guillotine really quick and works to submit but Stephen uses the time to free his legs and get into a mount position. Joe shakes him off and gets Stephen into his guard. The latter half of this fight has been basically a BJJ hard roll session. Stephen abandons progressing in favor of some strikes. A hard fought 15 minutes for these warriors.

Stephen Ledbetter def Joe Elmore by unan dec.

Dave Vitkay vs Roger Carrol

Roger is presenting a light front leg and seems to be prepared for a standup battle. Dave has heavy hands and good striking. Roger closes for a takedown but Dave cirlces and takes him down himsef. Dave works some strikes from top position but this is where Roger is still very dangerous. Dave is able to progress slightly and get in Roger’s half guard. Dave gets high on the guard and tries to isolate an arm. Roger opts for a deep halfguard and looks to sweep potentially. Dave locks on a guillotine and looks deep but Roger rolls a couple different ways and they stand up. Dave falls back, Roger pounces, but get swept! Roger has a smile on his face when the bell for the round rings. He knew he shouldn’t have been swept.

Round 2 Dave lands 2 punches and almost pus down a knee. Roger comes back with some strikes. Roger closes for a takedown and hip tosses. They scramble some and Roger ends up on top. Roger drops a good elbow but is then swept again. Dave gets to a mount position and rains down some blows. Roger gets back to half guard. Dave lands a big shoulder butt that makes Roger visibly upset. Roger looks to work some deep half guard action but Dave is staying on top and dropping big body shots.

Dave does a lot of taunting in this 3rd round. Dave is commanding on the feet here. Dave executes some combos that end in step through knees. Dave throws a leading left hook and left knee that connect well. Roger closes to clinch and they work on the fence for a time. They separate and Dave throws some more punches. Roger drops to shoot again but still can’t land a takedown. Dave does a good job of circling out when getting clinched up on the fence. Roger attempts a guillotine just as the round is ending, too little too late.

Dave Vitkay def Roger Carrol by unan dec.

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Chris Gibbs – Knuckle Up vs Joey Edwards – Slaughter House 185lbs

Chris wants it on the ground immediatly and goes for a body lock. Joey lansd a stiff knee and they battle back and forth. Chris trips Joey to the ground and into half guard. Chris works there but gets swept. Chris tries to stand up and takes a knee to the body. standing, Chris has Joey in a body lock. Joey ends up on top after a scramble and opts to stand. Chris rushes in to clinch and body lock again. Chris is able to take Joey down again at the end of the round but not progress past half guard.

Round 2 Chris rushes in for another body lock. Chris changes levels and Joey locks in a guillotine that he uses to get the fight to the ground. Joey loses the guillotine and he stands up. Chris tackles Joey, Joey throws up the legs for a triangle and then armbar attempt. Chris defends and ends up in side control. Chris has Joey in a crucifix position and targets the far arm for an americana. Joey is able to defend it until time runs out in the round.

Round 3 Chris locks up the body again and lands in half guard. Chris finally mounts after some work in half guard. Finally in mount Chris tries to isolate an arm but Joey keeps moving. The finals seconds see Chris try another americana.

Chris Gibbs def Joey Edwards by unan. dec.

Marquis Murphy – Fusion FItness vs Jeff Randall – Hardcore Gym 155lbs

The fighters trade leg kicks early. Jeff throws a second and gets caught, Marquis gets shaken lose though. Jeff rope-a-dopes a punch, Marquis flurries and Jeff wraps him up to go to the ground. Jeff lands on top and delivers some knees to the body. They get stood up and Jeff throws some stiff combos that shake Marquis. Jeff drops levels but gets caught in a guillotine, Jeff defends and stands. Now on the feet, Marquis looks broken as each exchange has Jeff landing more quickly. (There was an alleged eye-poke earlier in the round that seems to continue to effect Marquis)

Round 2 Marquis lands an overhand right but may be having problems with his vision unable to land anything at range. Jeff lands another takedown and works some body blows in side control. Jeff isolates the far-side arm and tries for a loose armbar that Marquis escapes. Back on the feet Marquis lands a big trip on Jeff that impresses the crowd. Marquis lands powerful combo that has Jeff drop down for another takedown. Chris ends up on top for some more body blows. Marquis turns and gets a leg and they end in that position.

Round 3 Marquis lands some punches and gets Jeff in a standing guillotine in the corner. Marquis works knees and body punches in the corner. They separate and Marquis throws some big looping punches that are landing. They both start brawling and it gets animated in the crowd. Jeff takes a desparate shot but sticks it and lands in Marquis’s half guard. Jeff does some work to the body but it feel’s like Marquis’s round.

Jeff Randall def Marquis Murphy by unan dec.

Ashley Conner- Unit 2 vs Mary Matia – KBX Fitness 125lbs

Mary is notorious for head-down lots-of-punches fighting. Ashley works her range with leg kicks and push kicks. Mary is taking some punishement early on with jabs. Ashley moves around the ring with ease and tags Mary from range. Mary closes range but Ahely clinches up and negates most of the damage.

Round 2 Ashley throws most of the strikes early. Mary finds an openning and unleashes a barrage of strikes that land clean and Ashley is forced to lock her up. Mary does better about pushing Ashley in the corner and machine guns her punches when she sees daylight. Ashly wears after taking a number of strikes to the head but Mary is a cardio machine. They clinch fight as the second round comes to a close.

Round 3 Mary closes quickly and Ashely takes a handful of unprotected shots. Referee Blake Grice steps in for a count but it is clear Ashley cannot continue.

Mary Matia def Ashley Conner by TKO 0:30 in rd. 3

Gui Cury – Knuckle Up Fitness vs Kris Boyd – HardCore Gym 157lbs

Gui rushes in quickly and tries to body lock Kris. Kris is sprawling out and keping his feet. Gui works some knees to the body and legs. Gui drops for a single leg and Kris exhibitis incredible balance until he’s finally taken down. Gui cartwheels over into side control and looks to mount. Kris catches a leg and Gui is back in half guard. Gui postures up to pass, and they scramble for a moment. Kris ends up on top and Gui throws up the legs for a triangle. Kris picks him up and slams him to the mat as time expires.

Round 2 Kris lands a kick but Gui approaches for a takedon. they get to the groun momentarilly. Kris is able to attempt an omoplata as Gui is passing. They pretzel up pretty good as Gui finds better position. Kris swivels around as best he can to get a more favorable position and Gui puts him in another triangle. Gui locks up a leg so he’s not slammed as before and they fall over. Gui improves his position further and Kris is made to tap.

Gui Cury def Kris Boyd by sub (triangle) 1:35 in rd. 2

Chase Thomas – Ascension MMA vs Gerry Tena – Striker Fight Center 147lbs

Chas is atttacking with kicks and Gerry with jabs. Chase misses some spinning round house kicks but lands an uppercut. They let the hands lose and start slugging. Gerry catches Chase with a left hook as he was backing up and drops Chase. Gerry closes and mounts him. Chasse keeps his composure and is able shake him and get back to standing. They trade some kicks now and Chase jumps guard. Gerry is an accomplished grappler and postures up to deliver strikes to the head of a downed Chase. Gerry backs up from an awkward position in the corner and lets Chase stand. Gerry is landing some good strikes and Chase is wilting. They clinch up and Chase opts for knees. Gery lands some good body blows and they separate. This is an equal battl on the feet as they trade strikes to the legs, body and head. Gerry lands a front kick when Chase drops for a takedown. Gerry follows up with some strikes but the bell is rung.

Round 2 Chase goes to body lick and Gerry is able to peel him off and land a big knee as they separate. They continue to trade strikes in the corner but it seems Gerry is taking th e least damage. They separate again and Gery lands another front kick and straight right to the head. Gerry checks a leg kick and fires a left that stings Chase. Chase drops for a takedown, Gerry ends up on bottom for a moment but shifts his hips and attempts an omoplata. Gerry lands some strikes from this shoulder lock position. Chase rolls and throws up the legs for a triangle. Gerry defends the triangle and catches Chase’s back as he’s turning to escape. They shift from back control to mount as Gerry alternates between RNC and GnP. Chase bucks and turns again, Gerry catches him in another omoplata and nearly separates the shoulder before Chase is able to escape and the round ends.

Round 3 They clinch early and Gerry hip tosses Chase to the ground. Gerry starts in north-south, Chase spins to guard, and Gerry is ultimately able to posture up and land more strikes. Gerry passes guard a time or two and Chase moves it right back. Gerry passes one final time and is able to mount. Chase gives up his back but with only one hook in, Gerry is unable to do much here. Gerry sinks in the other ook and works for an RNC. After a minute or two of work here, Chase is able to get back to guard but loses it almost immediately when Gerry mounts again.

Gerry Tena def Chase Thomas by unan. dec.

Jesse Wable – Grantham MMA vs John Puerta – ATT Atlanta 137lbs

Jesse goes for a body kick, John catchs it and they go to the ground. John drops some elbows from the top. Jesse rolls out, John follows and gets north-south but finally ends in Jesse’s half guard. John looks very comfortable on the ground and grabs an arm for a kimura. Jesse defends some but John is able to get his legs over the head and chest to finish an armbar.

John Puerta def Jesse Wable by sub (armbar) in rd. 1

Jose Tezanos – Rodriguez MMA vs Byron Bloodworth – Iron Clutch Fitness/ATT ATL 147lbs

They have a real slow start and Jose pops off two jabs and a straight to close the distance. They clinch up and work against the ropes. Jose bounces Byron off the ropes and body slams him to the mat in Byron’s guard. After some inaction they’re stood up. They circle around each other a bit and brawl in the corner for handful of strikes before clinching up. They’re separated and circle each other tentatively again. They have a lot of respect for each other’s power and seem to attack at the same time but only in short spurts. Byron launches a flying knee strike that misses but rouses the crowd.

Round 2 Byron ducks under a jab and lands a double leg takedown. Byron is on top in half guard. Jose weathers a lot of peppering shots before Byron is able to secure most of an arm triangle and get to side control. Before Byron can get to the correct side to finish, Jose catches a leg and gets him back in half guard. Jose turns to escape and Byron throws on a guillotine. Jose pops his head out and is on top in Byron’s guard.

Round 3 Byron lands on overhand right and inside leg kick. Byron drops for another double leg and nails it. Byron lands in Jose’s half guard and works to pass. Byron shaves Jose’s legs off with his shins and passes to side control. Jose has turned to mostly give his back but manages to hook a leg in an uncomfortable half guard. It proves unsustainable and Byron moves to mount. Byron lands some more peppering shots and a big elbow. Byron rides Jose until time expires.

Byron Bloodworth def Jose Tezanos by unan. dec.

Christopher Cain – Fitness Edge MMA vs Jerrid Burke – HardCore Gym 155lbs

Chris lands a front kick on Jerrid that knocks Chris back! Jerrid returns a headkick that glances off and Chris drops for a takedown. Chris lands in Jerrid’s guard, passes momentarilly and locks in a guillotine when he sees the opportunity. Jerrid ends up on top and is able to take Chris’s back with both hooks in. Jerrid works for a choke and Chris is defending trying to turn into him. Jerrid tries to stay in an advantageous position but Chris goes from Jerrid’s guard to nearly passing to side control. Chris postures up to move around, Jerrid pops him on the mouth. Chris is awkwardly trying to get top position here but falls over. Jerrid takes advantage and locks in a calf-crusher. Chris taps, seemingly by mistake, but the fight is over.

Jerrid Burke def Christopher Cain by sub (calf-crusher) in 4:52 rd 1

Joe Heink – Real Fighters/Helio Soneca vs Will Kuhn – X3 Sports 172lbs

Joe is charging in and Will is looking to counter. Will is countering with 2-3-2 and has already formed a cut over Joe’s left eye. Joe closes to clinch but Will is protecting himself. Joe drops to take Will down and gets him there. Will uses a guillotine to hold position but Joe pops out. Joe passes to side control and then to knee on belly. Will turns and is able to get up. They clinch up in the corner again. Will separates himself and fires a couple shots. Will hits Joe with knee as Joe comes in for a shot. Will then drops for a shot from way far out and the end up clinching some more. The separate and Joe goes to stalking Will around the ring. Will gets some shots off but nothing substantial. The round ends when Joe sprawls out of one of Will’s takedowns.

Round 2 Will lands an elbow as Joe rushes in. They go to a see-saw battle of approach and retreat. Will has added a step-through knee to his arsenal that he uses when Joe closes. They clinch up and Joe lands some body knees, although one checks the cup. Will lands some 1-2s and Joe lands some stiff leg kicks. Joe closes again and is able to single leg drag to the ground. Joe works a little from the top. WIll shrugs him off and they get back to standing. Will loads up some big rights and penetrates the guard some. Joe rushes in and gets a body knee for his trouble. Joe clinches up again and they stand in the corner. They get separated and Will lands some leg kicks and a flurry to close the round.

Round 3 Will is landing some punches while Joe works on Will’s lead leg. Will uses the rebound from the ropes to throw knees and straight rights. Joe controls the standup with his clinching and is able to trip Will to the ground again. Joe passes to side control and works a far-side armbar. Will defends it and when he turns to escape, Joe takes his back. Joe works for a choke but Will is able to turn and get on top in guard. Joe is able to get back to standing and get one final takedown before the end of the fight.

Joe Heink def Will Kuhn by unan. dec.

Ronnie Rogers – Hit Squad vs Diego Saraiva – Saraiva MMA 150lbs

Diego is ok with putting some pucnhes out there first. Ronnie fires back some fast straights and hooks. Ronnie clinches up but they get separated. Ronnie lands a couple good leg kicks and one solid body kick. Ronnie is beating Diego to the strikes now and they clinch up in the corner. Ronnie knees the inner thighs while Diego tries to circle out. Diego’s leg kicks are being met with quick counters by Ronnie. One such counter drops Diego and Ronnie rushes to meet him. Ronnie punches a few times from top position and relents. Diego shoots for a takedown that Ronnie sprawls out of and they are back to standing. Diego’s strikes are being met with quick counters and he’s backing off a little bit. Ronnie is throwing his punches with bad intentions. Diego is able to land a couple good leg kicks but the damage on Diego’s face is apparent as they retire to their corners. Diego has a rabbit under the right eye and cots around the left. The doctor OKs it and we have another round.

Round 2 They clinch up early, Diego trying to drag the fight to the ground. Ronnie backs him off and throws a series of hooks whenever Diego gets in range. Ronie as stuffed two takedowns and now comes at Diego to clinch. Diego turns him into the corner and throws some knees and body punches. Diego lands a leg kick and drops for a takedown. Ronnie jumps guard when he thinks he has a guillotine. Diego is on top for the first time in the fight. Diego passes but Ronnie scrambles and Ronnie lets him stand. They brawl it out some and Ronnie lands a flush knee in a clinch. Ronnie follows Diego to the ground but lets him up shortly after. Ronnie feints gassing some and throws a strong liver shot. Diego looks OK and they size each other up. Both fighters have expended some tremendous energy.

Round 3 Ronnie works Diego into a corner but allows Diego to drag him down with a single leg takedown. Ronnie is able to stand and lets Diego up. Diego does a better job of picking his strikes now with some leg kicks and jabs. His takedowns continue to fail, however. Ronnis is not countering the leg kicks as quickly and they appear to take their toll. Ronnie is able to land an uppercut and right hook, Diego asks for more. Diego lands 3 more leg kicks. Ronnie is landing, but Diego just won’t go down. They’re in a fight now and the varying attacks from both fighters are weakening the other’s defenses. Both fighters are doing a great job at changing levels and varying their strikes. In the final seconds Ronnie offers the chin and takes 2 or 3 solid ones from Diego and returns some big shots that miss as the fight ends.

Ronnie Rogers def Diego Saraiva by unan. dec.

We covered yet another great night of fights at Wild Bill’s in Duluth and saw some fast paced action. Let’s get to it:

Brandon Gordon, Tru Alliance vs Marquis Murphy, Fusion MMA – 150lbs

Brandon leaps with a jump kick and the close in the corner. Marquis jabs out and Brandon goes low for a double. Marquis
stuffs him and works for a guillotine. Brandon slams him down and Marquis throws legs up for an armbar. Brandon slams him
another time or two but Marquis holds on. Brandon tries to stack him but Marquis indicates his eye has been struck. The
doctor doesn’t allow Marquis to continue.

Brandon Gordon vs Marquis Murphy – No Contest

Rob Tate, Team Renegade vs Nick Beal, Striker Fight Center – 155lbs

Nick does a good job of stuffing Rob’s early takedowns and reversing him to the ground. Nick ends up in side control and
works to isolate a limb. Nick is able to creep up and get the mount. Nick maintains top position and rains down blows to
Rob’s head. After about 30 seconds of punishment, Nick pops a slick armbar.

Nick Beal def Rob Tate by sub. (armbar) in rd. 1 2:02

Rachel Seltzer, Knuckle Up vs Erica Taylor, Force One Kickboxing – 122lbs

Erica drives straight in with a jab and Rachel locks a strong cilnch to deliver knes to the body. Erica is able to disengage
and back up with some jabs but Rachel grabs her right back in that clinch. They separate again and Rachel is getting the
better of the exchanges with jab-straight combos.

Round 2 Erica is able to land a few punches early but gets clinched up again. Rachel gets Erica into som trouble when she
lands a push kick and 1-2 combo to follow. Erica backs up to deliver some strikes but Rachel has her timed well and counters
with combos. Erica initiates a clinch and Rachel is able to reverse it and trip Erica to the ground.

Round 3 Rachel opens up early and lands a few good shots. Erica employs some kicks from range but Rachel counters and
clinches for some more knees. Erica remains onthe offensive and has Rachel backpeddaling around the ring. Rachel lands a big
right that staggers Erica just before the end of the fight.

Rachel Seltzer def Erica Taylor by unan. dec.

Lawrence Dennis, Team Renegade vs Cody Maiden, Striker Fight Center – 147lbs

Lawrence has some slick feet and wants to strike they trade some leg kicks and missing head kicks. Lawrence has some fast
hands and Cody is struck a few times. Cody misses a head kick, spins and shoots a double-leg takedown. Lawrence has an active
guard and wants to sweep or isolate an arm. Cody does a good job of keeping his posture and not getting swept. Cody is able
to break Lawrences guard and hop over to side control. They trade some submission attempts and scramble for a second.
Lawrence sweeps Cody and ends in Cody’s guard.

Round 2 Cody lands a big leg kick early on and leaps on Lawrence for a submission attempt. Lawrence defends the armbar well
and they let each other up. Lawrence approaches with a punch combo and Cody ducks under for another takedown. Lawrence sweeps
to mount and works for an Ezekiel choke when he’s swept himself. Lawrence tries to sweep again and overcommits letting Cody
get his back. Cody works for an RNC as the round closes.

Round 3 Cody throws some kicks high and low while Lawrence defers to punches. Cody closes for a takedown but Lawrence lands
on top in Cody’s guard. Lawrence gets to standing and is able to land a few good punches. Cody throws a spinning backfist
followed by a headkick that glances off Lawrence’s head. Cody goes for a hip toss but gets his back taken in the process.
Cody turns and is mounted. Cody turns to hip escape but Lawrence rides him.

Cody Maiden def Lawrence Dennis by unan. dec.

Joey Carroll, Team Renegade vs Napoleon Etienne, Rodriguez MMA – 157lbs

Napoleon keeps a relaxed leaned back stance and it proves disastrous when he throws a kick and misses. Napoleon falls back
and scoots to the edge of the ring trying to stand. Joey is a purple belt and works some punches from the top. Napoleon is
able to stand momentarily and JOey gets him right back down. Joey has favorable position momentarily and attempts a triangle
that Napoleon defends. They stand up and Joe closes for another takedown. Napoleon is able to close guard and keep Joey at
bay. Napolean raises a high guard and Joey is able to pass to side control and finally to mount. Joey attempts an armbar
quickly, Napoleon hops over and defends. They get to standing and Napoleon lands few stiff punches. Joey changes levels again
and takes Napoleon down. Joey finds a guiolltine and leans back, Napoleon pops his head out and delivers some GnP in Joey’s
guard.

Round 2 Napoleon lands some shots early and seems to have Joey hurt. Joey shoots for a single and overcommits. Napoleon takes
the back, tucked in the corner, and locks on a Rear Naked Choke.

Napoleon Etienne def Joey Carroll by sub. (RNC) in rd. 2 0:28

Ronnie Rogers, HIT Squad vs Marciel Rosa, ATT Atlanta – 147lbs

Marciel has a quick snapping jab but lands a stunning head kick early on. Ronnie just takes it and rushes in to clinch.
Marciel jumps guard and they go to the ground. Marciel opens the guard a bit but Ronnie keeps his position and lands some
punches. They stand and Ronnie shows he is a tenacious brawler. Ronnie backs Marciel into the corner and presses him for
better position, Marciel drops levels and goes for a takedown. Ronnie defends, Marciel attempts a guillotine and jumps guard.
Ronnie is able to keep from getting subbed and rolls Marciel over. They stand and clinch some more. The ref separates them
and they exchange a few blows. Ronnie backs Marciel up and gets him on the ground. Ronnie works some punches from top
position in the guard. Inthe final moments of the round Marciel went for an armbar that Ronnie defends and reverses to take
Marciel’s back.

Round 2 Ronnie works his way inside and throws some hooks before he secures a big slam tot he mat. Ronnie works a guillotine
from half guard and passes to mount. Ronnie drops DEVASTATING elbows onto Marciel’s guard repeatedly and the ref must step
in.

Ronnie Rogers def Marciel Rosa by TKO in rd. 2 1:12

John Richard, Team Revolution vs Tex Johnson, Defkon1/Alliance – 205lbs

John looks like he wants to load up a huge left hand and Tex dodges it. Tex jumps for a flying ambar that gets real close to
being secured. Tex transitions to an omoplata, then triangle. Many elbows have been exchanged in the scuffle and there’s a
lot of blood. John finds top position in side control and is working for a crucifix position. Tex spins from the bottom and
gets to guard. The ref stands em up to check a cut on John’s head. They restart in the same position, John lands a stiff
elbow after the restart but Tex keeps his composure. John rears back for more big elbows. Tex elbows the mouthpiece out of
john’s mouth but John keeps leaning back and trying big big elbows. Tex goes for an x-guard sweep but John rides it out.

Round 2 John looks a little tired and Tex is spry and hoppy. Tex lands a big leg kick and follows with a flying knee that
almost sends him out of the ring. Tex attempts another but is caught in the air and slammed down. Tex leans over for the x-
guard again but gets drilled by John. Tex does a little better at controlling John’s posture while delivering some elbows to
the head but is keeping the guard closed for the most part. Tex attempts an crisp armbar but John is able to defend it in th
last moments. Tex looks stymied and looks to his corner for his advice. They call for him to open his guard but he refuses to
do so. Tex leans back and delivers some vicious elbows from his back and lands one flush enough to hurt John badly enough to
stun him. From his back, Tex delivers more punches and elbows until the ref is forced to put a stop to the action.

Tex Johnson def John Richard by TKO in rd. 2

This could be the single greatest night of fights we’ve ever attended. Lots of great fast-paced action and it just kept coming.

Nick Poythress vs Robert Shonfelt: 182 lbs

Nick attacks with punches, Robert drops levels and goes for a double-leg takedown. Nick has Robert in a guillotine but Robert is able to cross his body and improve his position dramatically. They scramble for a moment and Robert is able to switch to Nick’s back. They see-saw battle from back position and guard for a minute or so and Nick is able to finally stand up. Nick nearly lands a KO punch and Robert drops levels again. Robert drives Nick through the ropes and they take a moment to reset them. Final seconds of the round had Nick reverse Robert and get mount while working a guillotine.

Round 2 Nick wants to keep it standing, and throws some probing jabs, Robert changes levels again and tries to body lock and trip Nick. Robert is able to get Nick to the ground and take his back again. Robert works for a rear naked choke, but Nick is able to explode over and get in Roberts guard pressed tightly in a corner. The ref stands them after they are unable to progress. Robert shoots for a takedown immediately and Nick is able to successfully sprawl out. Nick attempts a guillotine and mount before time expires.

Round 3 Robert launches a headkick before his takedown attempt. Nick defends by attempting to roll him over with a guillotine. Robert nearly gets top position, Nick grabs a single leg and drives him onto his back. Nick gets a little too high and Robert is able to sweep him to his back. Robert works for a choke for a minute when Nick explodes out again and the fight ends with Nick in Robert’s guard.

Robert Shonfelt def Nick Poythress by unan. dec.

TJ Harris vs Travis Knight: 142 lbs

Travis lands some stiff kicks to the legs and one glancing head kick on TJ. Travis even does a little showboating and these guys are going at it. TJ misses a headkick and Travis picks a single-leg and drives him to the ground. Travis gets the mount and rains down blows. TJ explodes over but Travis grabs and arm and locks in a tight armbar. TJ has rubber arms because he bends at odd angles and manages to cartwheel over to escape the armbar. Travis ends up in top position and they are reset after some time against the ropes. They finish the round clinching with TJ landing some solid knees to the gut.

TJ pops Travis in the nose quick and they have a laugh about it. TJ executes a leg-kick straight-right combo that drops Travis. TJ works on top and they are reset again as they almost fall out of the ring. Standing, TJ lands some good strikes with many limbs. Travis hits autopilot and bodylock drives TJ to the ground. Travis work some strikes on top but TJ attempts a few submissions from his back. They end the round in that position.

Round 3 Travis initiates a takedowna again. When he can’t complete the single, he picks TJ up and drops him on his back. Travis works tirelessly to land flush strikes, but TJ is defending and moving on his back. after tons of pressure, TJ is able to put up a triangle. He is unable to sub Travis and they nearly roll out of the ring again. The ref is forced to reset them and they trade a pair of blows just before the end of the fight. This could have the makings for fight of the year already.

Travis Knight def TJ Harris by split dec.

Anthony Cooper vs Jeremy Wallace: 187 lbs

Jeremy lands a jab to start and drops for a double leg takedown. Jeremy pushes Anthony all the way to his corner and starts delivering some punishment. Jeremy is about to get side control and nearly take the back. Anthony escapes and gets on top of Jeremy only for a moment before Jeremy is able to sweep him back to guard. Jeremy postures up and lands some punches to Anthony’s head. Jeremy launches an assault in the final seconds of the round and they both walk back to their corners bloody.

Round 2 Jeremy lands a big straight right and a nice headkick. Anthony recovers momentarily and shoots for a takedown that sends Jeremy out of the ring. Very dangerous situation. Jeremy is given a few minutes to recover from potential damage from the fall and they are ready to continue. Jeremy attempts a takedown and Anthony is able to sprawl and clinch to deliver some knees. They clinch and work for takedowns that give varying results. Jeremy is able to get on top finally but just before the round ends.

Round 3 Jeremy lands a big swatting overhand right early. Anthony returns with some strikes that do not land and the end up in Jeremy’s corner with Jeremy pressing into Anthony. Anthony turns the tables momentarily but his strength is waning and Jeremy stays on top the rest of the round.

Jeremy Wallace def Anthony Cooper by unan. dec.

Kris Boyd vs DJ Cook: 157 lbs

DJ has a head kick blocked early on and Kris returns with a barrage that ends in a secured takedown. Kris works him over to his corner and gets to work attacking the head. Kris works to improve position but DJ manages to get out and stand. They trade some strikes standing and Kris secures another takedown culminating in a full mount and rains down blows to the head until the end of the round.

Round 2 Kris counters with huge right. DJ comes back with some wild punches and they put each other in some trouble. Kris drops levels and brings it to the ground once more. DJ scrambles and stands, Kris takes him down again. DJ attempts a loose armbar and Kris is back on him working to pass his guard. DJ throws up another armbar attempt, Kris defends and lands a couple stiff shots to DJ on the ground.

Round 3 The fighters come to center and miss a few strikes, Kris bowls into DJ and gets him on the ground. DJ getting stacked hard and Kris continues to deliver punishment int he form of punches to the head. The ref sees enough after repeated strikes and calls a stop.

Kris Boyd def DJ Cook by TKO 2:27 in rd. 3

Scott Farhat vs Andre Allen: 137 lbs

Tentative start for these guys. A lot of respect for each other. Andre attacks and lands a few shots, Scott quickly goes for a bodylock and takes it to the ground. Andre sets up a triangle but Scott is able to use it to pass. Scot progresses to mount and fires off some short elbows before he postures up for some big shots. They get pushed out of the ropes some and the ref resets them standing in the ring. Scott found some confidence here and is landing some good jabs. Andre hasn’t landed anythign of note after teh ground work. Late in the round Andre turns the heat up a little bit. Scott returns with some big swinging punches and body locks again taking the fight to the ground. Andre worked to stand just before the bell rang.

Both fighters work to land some shots here in the 2nd. Neither is able to land anything flush, Andre misses a kick and falls, Scott punches and they scramble for 15 seconds or so. Scott gets in full mount and starts landing some big shots. Andrew is able to sweep into Scott’s guard and works a little GnP from there. The ref stands them up after some inactivity. Andre looks a little more comfortable on the feet and is pressing the action but not landing anything. Andre’s patience pays off after a while and lands a couple stiff straight shots. Scott takes some punishment but is able to secure another takedown. Andrew gets up but is quickly taken down again as the round closes.

Round 3 Scott throws some leg kicks and Andre is just taking them. It looks like Andre might be slowplaying for an opportunity to knock Scott out with a quick combo. Scott is very smart about his range and counters keeping Andre from mounting a significant offense. Scott is answering everything Andre is sending. Scott keeps circling and keeping out of range. Andre does close for another combo and Scott takes him down.

Scott Farhat def Andre Allen by unan. dec.

Dymond Jones vs Steve Hall

These guys are fighting fast. Dymond is a big boy and tries to clinch and knee at every opportunity. Steve is an accomplished striker and tenacious with his attacks. Steve lands several unanswered leg kicks but takes some knees in the clinch when Dymond closes. Dymond lands some strikes in the corner and Steve scrambles to answer. Steve drives with crosses and hooks that barely land. Dymond drops his hands and turns but they clinch while the time expires.

Round 2 Steve lands more leg kicks to set up some punches. Dymond clinches for some knees and trips Steve from the clinch. Both fighters seem to be tiring but Steve continues to push forward. They circle each other and take single shots until the round ends.

Round 3 Steve is on the attack but Dymond lands a good body kick. Steve finds a little success wtih a hook cross combo but Dymond lands another good body kick. They finish the fight with plenty of strikes exchanged. Dymond may have edged it out with some of these exchanges but Steve landed a lot of unanswered strikes in 2 and 3.

Dymond Jones def Steve hall by unan. dec.

Scott Barrett vs Kevin Brooks: 265 lbs

Scott approaches carefully shoots when he gets in close enough. Kevin jumps guard and takes some punishment from Scott. Kevin appears to have rolled out of the ring and gets a point deducted. They get reset standing and Scott shoots another takedown ending in a big slam. Scott is in Kevin’s half-guard delivering some hammerfists and short elbows. Scott passes to side control and establishes a crucifix position. Scott lands a handful of hard elbows before a stop is put to the fight.

Scott Barrett def Kevin Brooks by TKO 3:05 in rd. 1

John Quieroz vs Lawson McClure: 145 lbs

John gets a takedown early and they scramble on the ground some. John nearly takes the back and Lawson escapes to standing. They clinch for a moment and Lawson lands some good knees. John has some good crisp takedowns and dirty boxing on the inside. Lawson is throwing with bad intentions and really wants to work the clinch for knees. They trade some shots in the pocket and then a few more. Lawson’s mouthpiece comes flying out but is quickly retrieved. John takes a few shots but gives just as good as he got. No one is doing the chicken dance yet but we can see this won’t go the distance. John is working to take the back but Lawson is giving him little room to work at the ropes. Lawson gets back to standing and they box some more. John lands a big right and a big left that put Lawson on the ground. John closes to finish the fight but the round ends.

Round 2 John closes with rights and lefts and ends with a takedown attempt that Lawson defends. Lawson clinches and works some knees. John backs off and they trade some punches. They clinch some more and Lawson is able to land some more knees. This is becoming a battle of attrition as both guys are able to land shots and wear each other down. Lawson lands a good punch/knee combo and John takes a desperate shot to get it to the ground. Lawson defends the initial takedown but is slammed back to the ground again. John works to pass and delivers some punishment from the back as time expires.

Round 3 John is ok to box to start and takes a shot. Lawson defends and lands some big shots with knees in the clinch. John looks to be cut and the doctor is judging the severity. The cut looks to be severe enough for the fight to be brought to a close.

Lawson McClure def John Quieroz by TKO (ref stoppage due to a cut) 0:58 in rd. 3

We had the pleasure of covering Bangkok Fight night at Center Stage Atlanta once again. Certainly my favorite venue for fights in town, not a bad seat in the house. The place was packed for this night of fights and the crowd was electric. Khunpon puts on a great card with high production value every time. If you live in Atlanta and have not made it to a Bangkok Fight Night, you owe it to yourself to set aside a night for the next card.

Let’s get down to business.

Cody Maiden vs Christian Arguello

Cody comes out with a quick combo and drops Christian early. Cody pounces and looks to sink an armbar to finish the fight quickly. Christian regains his composure and rises into Cody’s guard. Cody throws the legs up and hits an armbar.

Cody Maiden def Christian Arguello by sub. (armbar) 0:51 in rd. 1

Ja Lowery vs Warren Smith

Ja looks to control the ring but Warren is a quick striker. Ja tried a single leg takedown that Warren stuffed. Ja is throwing some jabs and leg kicks. Warren is throwing some stiff counter punches but not landing anything clean. Ja clinches up and gets a trip. Ja passes to side control and punishes Warren with punches to the face. Warren gets to his knees to escape; Ja switches to his back and sinks the hooks in. Warren defends the rear naked choke and they end the round in that position.

Round 2 Ja catches a leg kick and returns a straight right that gets Warren to cover up. Ja does not take advantage and instead throws some leg kicks from range occasionally following with a straight punch. Ja is dictating the pace and range of the standup, Warren is dodging some punches but not landing his share. Ja continues to press with leg kicks and jabs. Warren is throwing a roughly 20% of the strikes in this round. Ja has a strong gameplan and is sticking to it.

Round 3. Ja delivers more of the same leg kicks and jabs. Ja misses a body kick and Warren has an oppotunity to get to top position on the ground. Ja stands and gets back to work. Ja’s superior reach is a huge problem for Warren. The fighters circle for a frew more seconds when Ja lands a solid body shot to Warren’s left side. Warren takes a knee and waves him off.

Ja Lowery def Warrn Smith by TKO in 1:53 rd. 3

Jad Kamchamnan vd Robel Kebede

These guys come out swinging. They close to brawl some then clinch. Jade likes straight shots in the inside. Robel is trying to stay at range with some leg and front kicks. Jade trips Robel twice in a row and lands some more good shots to the head with hooks. Robel is having trouble mounting an offense in the first stanza.

Round 2 Jade maintains the pressure with kick and punch combos. Robel seems to turn the tides when he starts counter kicking. Jade takes some shots he shouldn’t have due to some fatigue. The fast action and body shots Jade is absorbing is taking a toll. Robel may have given the judges a reason to keep him in this fight. If Jade continues to wane and Robel lands the shots he’s throwing, this could be his fight.

Round 3 Robel lands a front kick to the body early. Jade turns it on looking to score some points. They clinch up and neither is able to land much there. Robel hits a big body slam from the clinch and follows with a jab and another body slam. Jade has a lot of heart and keeps coming. Jade certainly feels the pressure late in this round but Robel is getting the better of the exchangs in the clinch with some knees to the body.

Robel Kebede def Jad Kamchamnan by unan. dec.

Rafael George vs Gui Cury

Gui takes a shot early and tries to get it to the ground. Rafael wants to keep it standing but hasn’t throwing anything yet. Rafael circles but gets clipped with a left hook and Gui jumps on him. Rafael gets his composure back and gets Gui in guard. Gui gets to pass and eventually take the back. Rafael tries to turn and escape but Gui puts both hooks in and flattens him out. Gui works some punches to the body looking to soften him up for the Rear Naked Choke. The round exprires with Gui on Rafael’s back.

Round 2 Rafael lands a shot early and Gui drops for a takedown. Rafael follows him down to guard. Gui has an active open guard and is looking to catch an arm or sweep. Rafael defends an armbar and omaplata before he stands. Gui shoots immediately and gets on top. Rafael tries to kick Gui off and turn instead of a technical stance and gets his back taken. Gui works quickly for an RNC and picks up a victory.

Gui Cury def Rafael George by sub (RNC) 2:09 in rd. 2

Josh Downing vs Erik Castro

Erik holds the center of the ring and Josh circles. Neither wants to engage. Erik lands some solid leg kicks. Josh takes a couple shots and looks to want to counter with hooking punches. Erik lands some more solid leg kicks and Josh hates it. Josh approaches and takes a body shot and jab for his trouble. The round comes to a close with Erik landing all but 1 strike apparently.

Round 2 Erik lands more leg kicks and Josh trades a pair with him that get Erik dropped from a slip. Erik maintains his range and lands more leg kicks followed by some jabs and hooks. Josh is a fish out of water against this attack.

Round 3 Josh is popping in and out with punches and kicks. The varied attack is keeping Erik at bay to start. Erik lands a big body kick but Josh catches it and trips him to the ground hard. Erik goes for a big head kick and barely misses. They clinch in the corner and trade some knees. The round runs much the same way the other rounds went with Erik maintaining range and stymying Josh’s attack. Tough fight for Josh, Erik really maintained that range and landed kicks all day. The judges may see the pressure put on Josh for points though.

Josh Downing def Erik Castro by split dec.

Teddy Williams vs Dexter “Bolo” Carthon.

Bolo is a physically imposing gentleman. Huge shoulders. Teddy lands some probing strikes to start but Bolo manages to barrel into him and land on top. He does a little damage there but prefers to stand and throw big heavy strikes with the hands. Bolo has a strong 1-2 combo that he throws with bad intentions. Teddy gets Bolo to come to the ground and Bolo lays on him heavy. The get stood up but Teddy wants none of this work on the feet and pushes Bolo to the ground during a combo. Teddy hops on immediately to lock in a guillotine. Bolo bucks like a bull until time expires. Teddy is streaming blood from the nose.

Round 2 Teddy looks to have a little more confidence from the end of the last round and throws some more jabs. Bolo may have hit some gas tank issues having such a high offensive output in the first. Teddy is also still wary of the heavy hands. They seem to almost stand in front of each other tentative to strike. Terry builds some confidence and comes in with a flurry. Bolo pushes him off with hands on his hips, obviously fatigued. Bolo throws 2 punches on the ground, Teddy may just win this on conditioning alone.

Round 3 they clinch for the first time and trade some knees and uppercuts. Bolo pushes Teddy off and lands another 1-2 combo and then another, Teddy has a strong chin but is taking some shots. Teddy clinches up again and gets taken to the ground between the ropes. Bolo looked to have purposefully left the ropes and had a point taken away. The fatigue is apparent but Bolo still manages to land a strong shot occasionally. The round ends with the fighters hesitant to engage.

Teddy Williams draws Dexter “Bolo” Carthon in a majority draw.

Mary Matia vs Colleen Louima

Both girls have a reputation for brawling. Colleen closes early and clinches, they trade some knees and body strikes and separate. Colleen is trying to stay outside and then close for clinch work. Mary has fought fighters like this before and maintains a resilient chin and infinite gas tank for punches. Colleen took a straight shot and got dropped. Mary is unloading her patented machine gun punches. The round ends and Colleen returns to her corner with a mouse over her left eye.

Round 2 picks up where thye left off, Mary punches non-top and stuns Colleen. Colleen tries to clinch up and work knees but Mary just goes to the body and turns her, disengages and throws more punches. Colleen tries to keep distance with front kicks but Mary keeps drilling her over her left hand. Mary lands a big leading left hook towards the end of the round and lands a few more shots before the close of the second stanza.

Round 3 Colleen is able to land some punches but Mary is as fresh as round 1 and stops forward through combos landing stiff punches. Colleen starts to wilt against Mary’s superior strength and fortitude but they bang it out till the very end. Big heart in both of these girls.

Mary Matia def Colleen Louima by unan. dec.

Amir Dadovic vs Steele McCall

Both long lanky fighters at 170, they want to use their range and are looking for some rhythm. Steele is pushing the pressure coming in and out and landing some long punches. Steele finds his rhythm early and is landing some good punch/leg kick combos. Amir hasn’t solved the puzzle yet. Steele maintains the pressure with the same angled attack. Amir manages to land a counter jab or two but nothing of note yet. Amir does land a glancing head kick but Steele lands his own body kick. Steele shoots for a takedown and they body lock fight for some time. Amir puts in a guillotine and jumps guard. Steele stacks Amir and is trying to avoid the submission. Steele finishes the round with body shots for points.

Round 2 Steele is immediately on the attack with the same multiple jab/cross/leg kick combos. Steele backs him into a corner, Steele looks to setup the guillotine and pushes Amir around in the clinch. They separate and get back to striking, Steele shoots a takedown and Amir gets a momentary advantage. Amir works in top position for a kimura, Steele snakes out the side and gets the back, works for a triangle/armbar/kimura all in a few seconds. Amir escapes and get on top after a lot of work from Steele. Amir works from Steele’s guard when steel throws up the legs for an armbar, Amir keeps his head in and defends, Steele transitions to a triangle but back to armbar real quick. Amir is turned over and he looks like he tapped. The crowd flips out, the ref steps in a little late, but it is a righteous stoppage.

Steele McCall def Amir Dadovic by sub. (armbar)

Moe Travis vs Tecia Torres

Tecia has a stiff leg kick and is snapping each strike. Moe is a little more compact and is landing her strikes with some mustard behind them. Tecia fears no counter with 4 punch combos straight down the pipe. Tecia is staying outside using her reach and legs, Mo’s corner is calling for her to close and she does to clinch and land some knees.

Round 2 Mo closes early with a flurry and clinches up. Mo lands some knees and a trip. Mo closes again for more of the same, punch combos, knees and a trip. Tecia is having no success with her offense. Mo is able to close the distance and clinch regularly. Closing seconds of round 2 Tecia attacks with a flurry, but Mo locks up a clinch again and drives Tecia to the ground.

Round 3 Tecia lands the first couple shots with push kicks. Mo takes some punishment but closes, clinches, and pushes Tecia to the ground. Mo is using her superior strength and leverage to clinch up and drive Tecia to the ground often. Tecia lands a few shots but is overwhelmed in clinch.

Round 4 is more of the same, Tecia is trading a leg kick for getting dropped ater a clinch. Tecia does manage to keep her range and get dropped less in this round. Tecia ends the round with some solid 1-2 punches possibly stealing the round.

Round 5 Tecia keeps on coming, and takes some shots on the way in but knows she’s got to try to win the fight here. Mo waits for her to tire some and starts landing some clean shots with multiple takedowns from the clinch. They bang it out hard till the end.

Moe Travis def Tecia Torres by unan. decision

Will Kuhn vs Sasuke Zapata

Sasuke has a JKD background and throws some flashy kicks to start. Will is a banger but needs to get in close to execute. Will closes after a missed kick to clinch and Sasuke jumps guard. Will postures up in guard to work some GnP, Sasuke kicks him off and they stand. Will closes again after a missed kick and Will drives them to the ground. Will passes momentarily but Sasuke is able to get and underhook and stand. Will clinches with him again, Sasuke jumps up for a guillotine and Will carries him across the ring for a big slam. Will is able to maintain top position and then side control. Will is able to switch to north south, attempt a kimura, and eventually get Sasuke’s back. Sasuke gets to his feet and they clinch just as the round ends.

They feint some shots at each other in the beginning of the second and Sasuke launches an attack. They clinch and Will body locks him to the ground. Will lands a solid elbow to the body while in Sasuke’s guard but is otherwise unable to do much damage. They are stood up and we begin a display of kicks. Sasuke throws some flash side kicks, and lands a short axe kick when will attempts a leg kick. Will lands some more leg kicks and they clinch up again. Will gets him to the ground again but stands quickly. Sasuke misses a big kick and falls. Will let’s him back up and is lookign to land a big shot. Sasuke looks tired and one-dimensional but Will is just not on the attack.

Round 3 Sauske launches another kick that misses. Will closes with some punches, clinches, and trips Sasuke to the ground. Sasuke attempts some submissions from his back but is able to sink anything. Will works from top position and is nearly swept. They get back to standing and clinch up again, will drops for a double, Sasuke attempts another guillotine, and Will picks him up to drive him to the ground in his corner. Sasuke attempts a kimura there but Will escapes. Will works a little from top position but is unable to land anything clean. The ref stands them up and they circle each other until the fight ends.

Will Kuhn def Sasuke Zapata by dec.

Josh Glover vs Stephen Upchurch

Josh is landing the early shots first with some fast punches. Stephen wants to close and work but is just late on his attacks. The clinch up and Josh’s strength is apparent. Josh manages the clinch for the most part but when he goes for a throw ends up on bottom momentarily. Josh gets to his knees and Stephen jumps up for a guillotine. Josh jumps out of danger quick and is in Stephen’s guard. Stephen throws the legs up for some submissions but Josh stays heavy on him and further damages the cut Stephen has over his right eye. Stephen sits up, Josh attempts a guillotine, and Stephen is able to stand but is taken down again immediately. Josh gets mount, Stephen turns and nearly gives up the back, spins, and Josh follows him to lock in an arm triangle just as time expires in the round.

Stephen throws out some punch combos but is unable to land anything. Josh closes for a double and they get to the ground. Josh is on top in half guard and is working to lock in another arm triangle. Stepehen gets his arm over and out of danger for a moment before Josh passes to mount. Stephen turns to escape again but gives up his back and gets locked in a rear naked choke.

Josh Glover def Stephen Upchurch by sub (RNC) 2:15 in rd 2

A great night of fights once again at Wild Bill’s in Duluth, Ga. Here is the blow-by-blow account of an explosive evening.

Joshua Cook Chaotic FItness vs Junior Mewborn Legacy Fight Club

Josh tried a few kicks early on, Junior follows a missed kick with some hooks and looks like he tagged Josh. Josh closes the distance and clinches up. Josh gets a big body

lock takedown and goes to take the back. Junior turns while Josh crept up quickly and took an arm, locking up an armbar.

Joshua Cook def Junior Mewborn by sub. armbar in rd 1 0:25.

Kenyon Wilson X3 Sports vs Nick Beal Striker Combat Center

Kenyon lands a glancing right hook early and Nick backs off. Nick shoots in for a double and gets it to the ground. Kenyon gets his feet under him and is able to get up. Nick tries some punches and lands a body lock takedown. Kenyon is able to keep his posture and stay in top position and then mount. Nick gets back to guard and they get back to work. Nick attempts an armbar from guard, Kenyon evades, hits a switch and is all over Nicks back. Nick is defending well but Kenyon is quick. Nick explodes out back into guard with Kenyon on top. Nick attempts a 3rd armbar that he completes mere seconds before the round ends.

Nick Beal def Kenyon Wilson by sub. armbar in rd 1 2:56

Larry Daughtery Slaughter House MMA vs Josh Blankenship Legacy Fight Club

Josh lands a stiff leg kick early on and folows with a strong straight left. Josh attackes with a leg kick striaght left combo. Josh looks the more technical striker and is landing punches flush. Larry approaches with his hands at his hips and looks to load up some shots. Josh is able to avoid most of the major strikes and then it turns into a brawl. Josh gets the better of the exchanges and lays into him against the fence when the ref stops it.

Josh Blankenship def Larry Daughtery by TKO in rd 1 1:22

Marques Jackson X3 Sports vs Seth Colwell Striker Fight Center

Marques absorbs a leg kick and locks up a bodylock. Marques pushes Seth up agains the cage and delivers some brutal knees. They separate and Marques lands a big body kick. Seth now wants it on the ground and secures a double. Seth works the body from Marques’s guard. Marques works to wall walk but Seth keeps pulling his legs out from under him. Ref stands em up after a while and they meet in the middle with kicks. They stand and Seth gets another takedown just before the end of the first.

Round 2 Marques misses a big leg kick and Seth closes quickly for a takedown. Marques nearly lands a huge left hook but they clinch up instead. Marques hits a guillotine and drops into guard. Marques works it for a few seconds and Seth taps.

Marques Jackson def Seth Colwell by sub (guillotine) in rd 2 0:22

Ricardo Giraldo Fusion MMA vs Cody Maiden Striker Fight Center

Cody exhibits some crisp striking to start. Ricardo wants this on the ground ASAP and get a double leg to the ground. Ricardo has side control and works for an arm triangle. Cody defends and tries to spin out. Ricardo is maintaining top position until Cody explodes over into north-south. Ricardo bridges and tries to escape, Cody picks up an arm and locks the legs for an armbar quickly.

Cody Maiden def Ricardo Giraldo by sub (armbar) in rd 1 1:43

Kevin Patton Fusion MMA vs Chandler Smith Legacy Fight Club

Kevin tried an overhand right early and got tagged and hurt. Kevin closes to clinch and wants it on the ground. Chandler has him jacked up and went for a hip toss that failed and landed Kevin in his guard. Chandler bucked and turned to escape, Kevin rode him to take his back and locked in a Rear Naked Choke.

Kevin Patton def Chandler Smith by sub (RNC) in rd 1 0:51

TJ MCDaniel HardKnox MMA vs Gabe Leatherman Legacy Fight Club

TJ has a swift leg kick and tags Gabe early. Gabe fires of a head kick that misses and TJ closes to clinch forcing Gabe to the fence. They trade knees and position against the fence until Gabe tries to pick TJ up and slam him unsuccessfully. TJ lands in Gabe’s half guard but Gabe sweeps to guard quickly. Gabe strikes to the head and body while TJ holds on to defend. Gabe drills TJ with shots to the face. TJ is able to make eye contact with the ref before he covers up and takes some more abuse. TJ created some space to
get underhooks just as the ref came in to stop it.

Gabe Leatherman def TJ McDaniel by TKO in rd 1 2:32

Kesha Springle Gruebel’s MMA vs Mary Matia KBX Fitness

Kesha attacks from range with spinning back kicks and side kicks, an apparent TKD background. Mary is having some trouble getting inside for the range she’s comfortable with. Mary weathers a number of shots and closes but Kesha clinches and and the ref separates. Mary is able to get inside after Kesha tires some and deliver her patented machine gun shots. Kesha evades some and is able to land some hooks. The round ends with Kesha on the fence taking punishment.

Kesha lands a huge spinning backfist to start the round but Mary has a solid chin, she barrels forward taking more punishment but is able to land some clean straight punches. There are a series of meet and greets as you see Kesha start to wane some. Mary pumps the pistons into the side of her head to finish the round.

Kesha keeps her distance with side kicks and when Mary closes Kesha clinches up. Mary keeps trying to close and brawl but Kesha is between extreme range and the clinch making it very hard for Mary to execute her gameplan.

Mary Matia def Kesha Springle by unan dec

Mike Alvarado Bangkok Boxing vs Ja Lowery ATT Atlanta

Mike catches a finger in the eye to start. aaaand he can’t continue.

No Contest

Jesse Wable Team Full Throttle vs Joey Ward Striker Fight Center

Joey is he aggressor, Jesse seems to want to wait for the action and counter. Joey lands a good headkick and Jesse recovers quickly. Joey lands a couple good shots and goes in for a takedown. Joey postures over Jesse and works some GnP. Joey ends up with Jesse in a front headlock. They get up and Jesse shoots a double. Joey locks in a guillotine and they go to the ground. Jesse is able to defend the submission and work some GnP of his own from the guard.

Round 2 They rush in and Jesse throws a haymaker that just misses. Jesse is headhunting while Joey is picking his shots. Jesse tags him with a right, Joey shoots the takedown a Jesse locks up a strong guillotine before he jumps guard. Jesse traps Joey’s left arm making it hard for him to defend, let alone tap.

Jesse Wable def Joey Ward by sub (guillotine) in rd 2

Andrew Higgins Fusion MMA vs Jarrell Bowman ATT Atlanta/Shidokan Atlanta

Jareell is spot on with his first strikes and landing technical straight shots. Andrew gets a kick caught and delivers a flying double drop kick. Jarrell clinches up, Andrew goes for a double, Jarrell locks in a guillotine and pulls guard. Andrew defends it, to his credit, but it looks deep while Jarrell works to secure it. Andrew pops his head out and starts working some strikes. Jarrell gets to wall walk and stand, when they get themselves into the same situation: Andrew in a near guillotine. Andrew pops his head out again and works to pass. Jarrell has a face of perpetually unimpressed and gets to standing again. Jarrell turns to grab a single and gets it to the ground. Andrew employs a high rubber guard before the round ends.

Round 2 Andrew tries to land an overhand right and gets into a clinch, Jarrell turns it into a takedown and Jarrell ends in Andrew’s guard. Andrew uses a rubber guard again and Jarrell is unable to posture up to do damage. Jarrell shakes the leg off and is able to pass to half guard. The ref stands them after some inactivity there. Andrew fires another overhand punch and shoots the double. Jarrell gets the back momentarily but only one hook in before he tries to choke Andrew out. Andrew turns and ends in half guard,

Jarrell postures up and gets a single leg, Andrew scoots up for an inverted triangle and then a crucifix, Jarrell moves swiftly to defend but ends up on the bottom. The round ends with Andrew dropping some punches on Jarrell’s head.

Round 3 they start pretty close, they close to clinch, Jarrell tries a hip toss, Andrew lands on top momentarily quickly locking in a triangle and rolling to his back. Andrew patiently works to secure it fully and Jarrell taps.

Andrew Higgins def Jarrell Bowman sub (triangle) in rd 3

Stephen Eakin Team Reality vs Jon Ivey Thug Jitsu

Stephen initiates with a solid leg kick… and another. Inside then outside. Now another outside. Jon motions something to the crowd and then goes on the assault. They brawl it on the fence for a sec before Jon catches one in the ding. Back to the action, Jon has big eyes and is lulling Stephen to drop his guard. Stephen has a small cut under his left eye after Jon connected with a few shots. Jon leaps forward and lands a 1-2, steps back and offers the chin. Stephen accepts and does no damage before Jon drops more bombs on the face cutting the other cheek. Jon attempts a Crane Kick that Stephen avoids. Stephen is fighting off his back feet seemingly demoralized while Jon dances and taunts but also lands big hooks. Stephen’s offense is 100% leg kicks to the lead leg. It looks to maybe be slowing Jon down but it’s hard to tell. The last leg kick got some lift and Jon may be tiring. Stephen finishes strong but the damage is showing.

Round 2 Stephen looks a little fresher and is still working the jabs and leg kicks. Stephen catches Jon on the way in with a knee and clinches him up for some knees to the body. Stephen works him against the fence but lands another unintentional low blow. Back to the action, Jon feints a low blow and hooks the head. Stephen locks him up against the fence and tries to drop him with a double, Jon waves his hands like something happened while Stephen rains down punches brutally. The ref steps in after a good 10 seconds
of damage have been delivered and Jon rises to his knees to recover. Back to the action AGAIN. Eakins continues with leg kicks and jabs. He found some success on the ground, he may try to get it back there. OH GOD. Eakins connects with another low blow and we face another No Contest.

No Contest

Adrian Miles Miles Freestyle Academy vs George Allen ATT Atlanta

George is a 44 year old veteran of the sport and has announced his retirement before the fight. George is still a strong guy and is giving Adrian some trouble in the clinch. Adrian tried a trip but George is able to stay up and even take his back. Adrian rolls forward and they separate. Adrian re-engages the clinch and starts throwing knees to the body. They throw and scramble, Geroge attempts a guillotine, Adrian defends and George ends up in a high half guard. Adrian attemps a sweep, armbar, and omoplata sweep in seconds. Adrian ends on top and rains down blows until the fight is stopped by the ref.

Adrian Miles def George Allen by TKO in rd. 1 4:53

Marius Cujba X3 Sports vs Diego Saraiva Sariava MMA

Marius is throwing some probing jabs and gets a leg kick for his troubles. They trade some jabs and leg kicks now and appear on equal footing. Marius lands a short hook but Diego is unfazed. Diego is getting comfortable now and putting together some combos. Marius keeps his range with leg kicks and jabs. Diego throws some big combos finishing with head kicks but is unable to land anything flush. Diego closes and they clinch up. This could be a deciding range in the fight given their respective backgrounds in Judo for Marius and BJJ for Diego. The takedowns and clinch work could be the key to victory, especially if it comes to decision. They separate after a failed throw and trade some punches. Marius is throwing some stiff punches and mixing in leg kicks. Diego is throwing similar hands but seems stymied by the varied attack. Towards the end of the round Marius shoots a double, gets a body lock from the back and slams Diego to the ground.

Round 2 they start tentative again, then some kicks, high for Diego and low for Marius. Diego steps up and Marius lands Steven Segal front kick. Marius clinches him up against the fence and delivers some knees. Marius lands some with the feet with the hands now. Diego pulls guard when Marius closes. Diego looks hurt and is butt scooting while Marius picks him apart at some range. Ref stands em up and Marius closes to clinch again. Marius works some knees against the fence while Diego defends and tries to get to the ground. Diego works on the ground again while Marius kicks him in the thighs and takes shots to the head when he has room. Final moments of the round Diego manages to grab Marius’s ankles and get him on the ground. Not much damage is delivered before the bell rings.

Round 3 has a similar start to the rest, some tentative jabs and leg kicks from both guys. Diego takes a shot that Marius stuffs, Diego employs a buttterfly sweep over the top but Marius keeps his composure and manages to stand. Marius kicks some to the legs, Diego gets him back to the ground and Marius gives some body shots while in the guard. Marius stands and Diego tries to butterfly sweep him again. They trade some shots now while standing, Diego does some taunting but Marius does not engage immediately. Diego shots a double again and Marius is calmly in his guard doing some damage. Marius stands and as time expires he launches one final punch to the head.

Marius Cujba def Diego Saraiva by unan. dec.

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Alvin Decker vs Chip Coffey – 170 lbs

Chip approaches quickly and gets a body lock to take Alvin tot he ground. Chip works some elbows from top position and hurts Alvin enought to pass his guard. Alvin turns to turle up and after a few more punches, Alvin taps to strikes.

Chip Coffey def Alvin Decker by sub (strikes) 0:45 Rd 1

Byron Lovorn vs Kris Boyd – 155 lbs

Byron leans out for a few strikes and loads up for a big right, Kris ducks it and goes for a body lock. They clinch and dirty box for a minute. Byron lands a big hip toss and works for a Darce on top. Kris shrimps and bridges to ket out of danger and establishes a half guard. Byron throws some body shots and Kris kicks him off to stand. Byron lands more body shots in the clinch and they trade a few blows as they separate. Bell rings shortly after.

Kris unleashes a 6 punch combo to begin the round and Byron closes to clinch up again. Kris is trying to get off the cage but also not get taken down at the same time. Byron picks up a leg an they go to the ground. Kris kicks him off again but Byron is able to get right back on him quickly and get another slam takedown. Byron lands soem big knees to the kidneys in side control. Kris has few answers for the repeated takedowns and body shots.

They both land shots at the same time to begin round 3. Kris looks to have the stiffer shot that looks to have Byron stunned. Byron was playing possum and approached to clinch. Kris landed a glancing head kick on the way in Byron was able to get him to the ground again. Rory Singer, in Kris’s corner, is yelling at him to stand or submit. Kris attempts an armbar that Byron defends easily. Byron does more work from the top in the form of body shots. Kris sees an opportunity for a triangle and nearly locks it in but Byron is able keep his composure and get the loose arm through to defend.

Byron Lovorn def Kris Boyd by unan. dec.

Dustin Dyer vs Dylan Courson 265lbs

Dustin employs some leg kicks to establish range, Dylan shoots in after one and nearly takes a big left hook for the attempt. Dylan does finally come in and land a lunging straight right. Dustin shakes it off. When Dustin isn’t throwing the leg kicks they seem to be content with meeting in the middle and brawling until contact is made. The striking prowess in this fight resides in the sheer mass of these guys. A few more exchanges occur and the round ends.

Dylan looks to have exclusively trained boxing and no kicks since he hasn’t thrown any or checked any. Dylan is still the aggresor but Dustin is countering well and hitting from the outside. Dustin throws a leg kick with his back ont the cage and Dylan is able to get inside and land a straight right. The same thing happens moments later. Dylan may be finding his range and rythm. The last 30 seconds consists of Dustin pressing back and hunting Dylan around the cage that culminates in another brawlish exchange of blows.

Dustin is turning it on in the 3rd round and pressing Dylan up agains the cage with repeated strikes. Dylan weathers the storm and they come back to center. They are both tiring but Dustin continues to attack with combos to Dylan’s straight single punches. Time wears on and Dustin keeps up the pressure till the end of the fight.

Dustin Dyer def Dylan Courson by unan. dec.

Travis Jones vs Dustin Williams

Dustin shoots in for double-leg takedown after weathering a few probing shots from Travis. Travisholds a guillotine position so Dustin can’t pass and is able to stand. Dustin works for another takedown and Travis begins the assault on the body. Dustin drops for a single and drags Travis down after a balancing act. Travis tightens up his guard when the opposite corner calls for Dustin to pass guard and they finish the round in that position.

Travis begins with some strikes to the head and Dustin drops down for another takedown that he lands. Travis went for an armbar that missed, Dustin dropped back for a heel hook, Travis defended and ended up on top. Travis came with shots to the body until time expired.

Travis lands a big right on the feet and Dustin drops for another takedown. Dustin holds a single while Travis hits him with shots to the body. Dustin pulls a leg out and they go to the ground. Dustin tries to move Travis away from the cage to advance position but Travis maintains his grip on Dustin’s neck until they are stood up. Travis attacks on the feet and Dustin shoots again and they end the fight on the ground.

Travis Jones def Dustin Williams by unan. dec.

Chris Beal vs Rio Wright 155lbs

Both fighters come out swinging. They clinch, release, and trade more. Chris catches Rio in a guillotine and decides to release it with an uppercut that landed well. Rio recovers quickly and they go toe-to-toe. Chrisis getting the better of the striking exchanges and Rio is bleeding from the nose profusely. Rio shoots for a takedown as time expires.

Chris wants to keep it on the feet but rio shoots for a body lock. Rio delivers an apparent low blow and they take a minute. Rio approaches again but Chris reacts quickly and lands a hip toss landing him in side control. Chris works some to the body but opts for the feet and stands. Rio misses a headkick and falls. Chris follows up quickly and gets into north-south. Chris postures up for some body blows then moves to side control to work for an Americana and then a straight armbar as time expires.

Round 3 begins as the others did with Chris dictating the pace. Rio clinches and works for a takedown that Chris is able to defend. Chris pushes Rio off and chases him around the cage jabbing and looking for an oppening. Rio has trouble mounting an offense and the round ends.

Chris Beal def Rio Wright by unan. dec.

Nick Beal vs Steven Hullander 155lbs

After some probin strikes Nick missses a hook and Steven ducks under for a big double-leg slam takedown. Nick worked for an omaplata from his back and Steven got up to free himself. Nick went on the attack on the feet again, Steven shoots a double, Nick locks in a guillotine but is slammed on his back. The ref stops the fight and issues a point deduction for the slam and resets the fighters back with Nick holding a guillotine. Time is called back in and Nick leans back and locks in the submission. The crowd is going nuts because of the reset and the hometown boy losing. Potential crowd fight warning.

Nick Beal def Steven Hullander by sub (guillotine) 2:21 in rd. 1

Mark Adams vs Lindsay Rowse 205

Lindsay threw a straight right as his first punch that dropped Mark immediately. Lindsay jumped on him and threw a punch or two before the ref pulled him off. Over in seconds.

Lindsay Rowse def Mark Adams by KO 0:08 in R1

Kent Vann vs Justin Dixon 185lbs

Kent charged with punches and got caught with a big right from Justin. Kent clinched up and is working some dirty boxing and then a trip takedown. Kent works some body blows from side control. Kent locks in an americana and Justin taps.

Kent Vann def Justin Dixon sub (kimura) 1:13 in rd. 1

Anthony Naples vs Ian Hudgens 158lbs

Ian comes in to clinch and Anthony answers with uppercut body blows. Anthony is attacking with jab cross combos and closing the distance easily. Ian is a little jumpy and hasn’t quite gotten in step yet. Anthony attacks again but Ian is able to duck under and get a takedown. Ian works to pass from half guard to side control. Neither fighter is able to advance before the end of the round.

Round 2 ian launches a superman punch that is met by Anthony’s retaliating punches. Ian has range but Anthony is able to change distances often and keep him guessing. They clinch up and Ian is able to secure a trip takedown. Ian works in side control with knees to the body and submission attempts on the far side. Anthony turns tries to escape to standing. Ian switches around to his back, Anthony explodes over into Ian’s guard, Ian reaches his legs up and secures a triangle.

Ian Hudgens def Anthony Naples by sub (triangle) 2:45 in rd. 2

Andre Allen vs Thomas Thompson 135lbs

They start by trading some leg kicks and taunts. thomas goes for a head kick that nearly connects and Andre turns it on with at least 10 punches. Andre landed a few good shots and had Thomas hurt. Another exchange happens where Andre lands some more good punches and he backs off. Thomas then comes at Andre with 3 punches that land solid. Andre covers up and Thomas shoots for a takedown. Thomas is unable to complete and the get back to center. Thomas attacks with lunging punches to close distance and lands some good shots, Andre has the awareness left to circle and recover.Andre returns with a Superman punch to start a combo, Thomas returns with more punches that– OH MY GOD Andre’s girlfriend is screaming in my ear– They trade a few more and time runs out. They give each other a big hug and go to their corners. This is a banger.

Round 2 Andre goes for a headkick that misses. This round is a little slower as they have seen each others teeth int he round previous. Both fighters are reluctant to stand and trade as before and are exchanging some probing strikes. The fighters trade leg kicks at the same time and knock each other down. Thomas gets up first and gets a shot in, Andre manages to circle around. Andre’s leg kicks are takign a noticable toll on Thomas’s legs. The 2nd round ends with another leg kick exchange.

Round 3 Andre comes with more leg kicks and sets up a punch combo that knocks Thomas clean out. Thomas may have fallen awkwardly as they’ve had to bring a stretcher into the ring.

Andre Allen def Thomas Thompson by TKO 0:50 in rd. 3

Gerry Tena vs Dmitrice Turner 154lbs

Dmitrice comes out exhibiting great quickness. Gerry back pedals and circles trying to gauge Dmitrice’s timing. Dmitrice charges again but Gerry is able to deliver a counter strike to put Dmitrice down.

Harris Norwood vs Sean Dyer 170lbs

Harris controls the standup early with quick lateral movements and strong kicks. Sean closes distance and presses Harris against the cage eventually securing a takedown. Sean passes guard and eventually to mount. Sean attempts an armbar, Harris defends momentarily, but Sean is able to flip Harris on to his back and lock in the submission.

Sean Dyer def Harris Norwood by sub (armbar) 2:59 in rd. 1