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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

 

Friday 26 August 2011
Buckhead Theatre, Atlanta, Georgia, United States
commission: Georgia Boxing Commission
promoters: Shea Bailey (Shea Bailey Promotions) / Greg Barckhoff (Sports Fan Properties)
tickets: 770-641-1054
			division	boxer	W-L-D		opponent	W-L-D
			lightweight	John Trigg	18(6)-36(7)-5	SC	Rohan Wilson	5(1)-4(2)-1
	bout subject to change & commission approval
			super middleweight	Darnell Boone	18(7)-17(2)-3	SC	Marcus Don Hall	11(4)-6(3)-0
	bout subject to change & commission approval
			light welterweight	Joshua Fountain	debut	SC	Frank Davis	0(0)-1(1)-0
	bout subject to change & commission approval
			light welterweight	Jackie Breitenstein	6(5)-0(0)-0	SC	Brenda Rodriguez	1(1)-6(0)-0
	bout subject to change & commission approval
			welterweight	Jesus Tavera	1(1)-1(0)-0	SC	Darrell Jones	2(1)-7(3)-1
	bout subject to change & commission approval
				Cesar Busurta	0(0)-1(0)-0	SC	George Hayes	debut
	bout subject to change & commission approval
			cruiserweight	Tobias Rice	3(2)-3(1)-0	SC	Clinton Hester	1(1)-3(2)-1
	bout subject to change & commission approval
			heavyweight	DJ Hughley	1(0)-2(2)-0	SC	Justin Wayne Ledet	debut
	bout subject to change & commission approval
				Tracy Johnson	debut	SC	Terry Carter	debut
	bout subject to change & commission approval

 

 

 

PRO MMA

JUST ADDED: Ronnie "Bam Bam" Rogers vs Bryan Goldsby

***Scott Farhat (Striker Fight Center) vs Byron Bloodworth (Iron Clutch 

Fitness): 139 lbs

***Joe Elmore (HardKnox MMA) vs Jose Tezanos (The HardCore Gym): 157 lbs

Advanced Amateur

***Rusty Crowder (Defkon1) vs Kevin Patton (Fusion MMA): 137 lbs

***Nick Beal (Striker Fight Center) vs Gui Curry (Knuckle Up Fitness): 157 

Lbs
***Erik Smith (Gruebel’s MMA) vs Lionel Jones (Iron Clutch Fitness): 207 lbs

Amateur

***John Garcia (Saraiva MMA)vs Stephen Coggins (Legacy Fight Club): 137 lbs

 

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.

The house was packed for tonight’s fight. A great main event has been lined up: Diego “The Octopus” Saraiva vs Joe “The Hitman” Elmore. We can’t wait to get started here at Wild Bill’s.

Chris Beal (Striker Fight Center) vs Eric Castro (Knuckle Up): 157 lbs

Chris is fearless and attacks with multiple 3 punch combos. Chris is tucking his head and delivering some damage. Eric clinches and strikes with knees while trying to keep Chris from taking him down. Chris looks to maybe have punched himself out and Eric is landing some strikes freely. Chris finds his resolve and lands a takedown ending in side control. Eric escapes and scrambles to the feet. Chris finds some success with straigh shots down the middle but Eric is able to absorb the damage and hit with kicks to the legs and knees to the body.

Round 2 Chris lands a big takedown early and switches to back control quickly. Eric pushes him off, but Chris lands back in side control. Chris lands some body shots from here but Eric is able to stand again. Both fighters look tired and exchange some exhausted shots. Chris lands another takedwown. Chris motions for an Americana, Eric turns to give up his back and Chris nearly sinks in a rear naked choke before time expires.

Round 3 Eric is able to defend the takedowns a little more effectively and lands some jabs and shots tot he body. Chris is being brutalized with shots to the body and his corner is calling for a big double leg takedown. Chris rushes in and lands the takedown putting himself in side control. Eric turns to escape but Chris is able to sweep into mount. Time expires after Eric had given up his back a 2nd time.

Chris Beal def Eric Castro by unan. dec.

Nick Dekay (Unit 2 Fitness) vs Chris Mize (Urban Fitness Kickboxing): 160 lbs

Chris is a thicker shorter guy and Nick is a taller lankier guy. Really intersting matchup. Chris likes low leg kicks and punches to the body while Nick tries to clinch up for knees and throws head kicks from the outside. Chris lands 3 leg trip takedowns and 2 body lock takedowns in the first round. Chris is using his center of gravity to get inside and take Nick down, allocating a lot of the time to Nick getting up.

Round 2 Chris tries to barrel in and deliver blows to the body and establish a body lock. Nick separates in the clinch to deliver big body knees. Chirs wears from the clinch and knees and backs up, straight though. Nick follows him down with jabs and head kick attempts. Nick edges out the round with smarter use of the clinch and range.

Round 3 Chris gets a takedown straight away but Nick lands a big body kick when they get stood up. Chris tries to lock up another body lock after some more of NIck’s knees but is unable. Nick clinches 2 more times and delivers some good knees to the body and Chris starts to wilt.

Nick Dekay def Chris Mize by unan. dec.

Chris Gibbs (Knuckle Up) vs Aaron Meadows (Urban Fitness Kickboxing): 187 lbs

Chris approaches and jabs early. Aaron goes for a body lock, Chris quickly gets underhooks and trips Aaron down to the ground. Chris leans back and attacks the body in this amateur MMA bout. Aaron is having trouble bringing Chris to the ground and make any sort of attack. They get stood up and Aaron closes to clinch. Chris gets underhooks again and drops him end over end to land in half guard. Chris is confident on the ground and stands again. Aaron closes to clinch again and Chris trips him to the ground once more. Aaron is in the early stages of a triangle attempt before time is called.

Aaron closes the distance at the beginning of the second round to land some jabs and clinch again. Aaron jumps guard and attempts an armbar quickly, there is some tapping confusion that sends the crowd into a panic. They are reset in guard and continue the action. They stall in the guard and are stood up again. Aaron attacks with some body kicks, Chris locks him up and drills him into the ground. Aaron adjusts his hips and attempts another armbar that Chris does tap to.

Aaron Meadows def Chris Gibbs by armbar at 2:17 in rd. 2

Mary Matia (KBX) vs Erica Taylor (Force One Kickboxing): 120 lbs

Mary comes out striking and Erica clinches up. Mary drills some body shots while Erica tries to connect with some knees. Mary has Erica backed into the rops and turnbuckle issuing more punishment to the body. Mary comes up for air and hits 2 good hooks. After getting separated Mary lands a big slip-right combo. Mary hunts down Erica the rest of the round and delivers some more brutal body shots.

Round 2 Mary jabs her way into range and puts her head down to deliver some more strikes to the body. Erica tris to create distance but Mary is relentless and attacks on multiple levels. Erica continues to try to mount an offense but Mary is quick to the punch and lands solid jabs and 1-2 combos. Erica is put on the retreat for most of the round and Mary just continues the unshakable assault.

Round 3 Mary continues to pour on the pressure. Erica finds some early successs with push kicks but Mary fights through it. Erica tries to clinch again and again but without good elbow posture she just keeps getting drilled with body shots.

Round 4 Mary proves she is a certified cardio machine. Mary has solid jabs and is now connecting with kicks where before it was all punches. Erica has no answer for the relentless assault and Mary finishes the fight with a flurry.

Mary Matia def Erica Taylor by unan. dec.

Chase Thomas (Faith MMA) vs Lance Dickson (Eagle MMA): 152 lbs

Fighters have a tentative start, Lance puts out some probing jabs but Chase retunrs with nothing so far. Lance shoots for a takedown form pretty far out and Chase has a chance to sprawl out. Lance follows up with a single leg takedown and gets in Chase’s guard. Chase attempts a loose triangle and Lance tries to pass, Chase regains guard and quickly transitions to an armbar that is tapped to quickly.

Chase Thomas def Lance Dickson by sub (armbar) at 1:25 in rd. 1

Stephen Eakin (Team Reality) vs Kevin Brooks (Independent MMA): 265 lbs

Kevin wades into the waters early and throws soem jabs and body shots. Stephen is not engaging so far. Kevin lands a few stiff shots and Stephen closes for a clinch and takedown. Kevin gets backed into a corner but remains standing. Stephen goes for some trip attempts and Kevin eventually jumps guard to get to the ground on his terms. Kevin attacks with elbows from his back. Stephen drops some elbows of his own. Ref stands em up after some inactivity and Kevin has found some confidence. Kevin throws some jabs and leg kicks, whil Kevin looks a little gassed from have the heavier fighter on top of him for most of the round. Kevin does find some energy and finishes the round with a flurry of punches.

Round 2 Kevin is back on the offensive throwing jabs and looking for opennings. Stephen answers with some leg kicks. Kevin throws a few body punches to open the straight rigth oppportunity and lands a decent one. Stephen maintains and lands some leg kicks. Kevin feints for the body again and lands a HUGE rigth that hurts Stephen. Kevin tries to follow him to the corner to finish but Stephen defends. Stephen lands some jabs and goes for another leg kick, Kevin counters with a 1-2 combo and they wrap up as the round times out.

Round 3 Stephen approaches to clinch and takedown again, Kevin jumps guard as before and Stephen goes to deliver some GnP. Stephen rains down punches to the head of Kevin. Kevin opted to be on his back but is not attemption any submissions. After a time they are stood up and go back to trading punches on the feet. They get to brawling in the last 10 seconds but no major damage is assessed.

Kevin Brooks def Stephen Eakin by split dec

Will Kuhn (X3 Sports) vs Daniel Watts (Aztec Athletics MMA): 172 lbs

Daniel throws some quick strikes looking to finish this thing quick. Will keeps his distance and hits with some jabs and a takedown. Will lands in Daniel’s guard and works to pass. Daniel is keeping a tight guard while Will works to do some damage. Will stands from the guard and Daniel come with some punches and a second spinning heel kick. Will lands hook and catches Daniel coming in for a knee to take him down. Will lands in side control and gets a crucifix position. Will rains down elbows until time expires.

Round 2 Will comes out swinging and hits with 2 big shots that drop Daniel and the ref steps in.

Will Kuhn def Daniel Watts by TKO at 0:10 in rd. 2

Diego Saraiva (Saraiva MMA) vs Joe Elmore (HardKnox): 157 lbs

Joe is throwing every strike with bad intentions and hoping to get it done quick. Joe lands a hard rigth and drops Diego. Diego is able to use his legs to keep his distance on the ground and recover. Joe lets Diego stand and lands another big right. Diego shoots for a body lock and takedown that Joe defends. On the feet Joe lands a big body kick. Diego returns one of his own and Joe taunts him for another shot. They trade some leg kicks and Joe presses the action with punches again. Diego turns and clinches Joe into the corner and lands some knees to the body while trying to trip Joe to the ground. Diego accidentally delivers a low blow and Joe gets some time to recover. They put on a leg kick competition of sorts and Diego nearly drops Joe with one. Diego misses with another and Joe locks on the back. Diego turns and works from his back on the ground. Joe postures up for some strikes andt he round ends in that position.

Round 2 Joe wants to land some big punches and Diego is defending with leg kicks. They brawl in the center and Diego drops levels for a takedown. Diego gets Joe down but is flipped and swept. Joe ends on top but is nearly triangled. Joe comes back to do some damage and is nearly subbed again. Doe has visibly spent a lot of energy and Diego is on the attack. A punch and kick assault is followed by a takedown and mount. Joe spins and bucks but Diego maintains mount. Diego transitions to an armbar and locks it in tight.

Diego Saraiva def Joe Elmore by sub (armbar) at 3:33 in rd. 2

We are coming to you cageside from the North Charleston Coliseum for Fury Fight Promotions “The Storm”. The crowd is taking their seats and the anticipation is building for what will surely be a fantastic night of fights.

If you cant join us here in the Charleston, stay tuned for live fight results with photographs and video interviews later this evening.

The following is the official fight card which has been approved by the South Carolina Athletic Commission.

Nathan Hammes vs. Sean Young 165lbs

First round begins and both fighters are tentative to engage on the feet. Young scores a quick takeout which Hammes reverses and goes for a RNC. Young is able to gain control on the ground and then works an RNC himself. Young spends most of the round in a dominant position over Hammes. Before the round ends Young scores another takedown.

Round 2 begins and Young scores a takedown which Hammes transitions into a guillotine attempt. Young gains control and rolls Hammes on his back where he looks to score with ground and pound while Hammes works for a triangle. The round ends with Hammes dangerously close to finishing Young.

Round 3 begins and we are greeted by a thunderous leg kick to the cup by young, it looked close to the guts, but we cant be sure. Hammes goes down and takes his recovery time. The round continues and both fighters exchange until Young rocks Hammes with a right stunning him. Young follows up with a takedown and finishes off the round in a dominant position, in my opinion winning the fight by decision.

Sean Young wins by Unanimous Decision

Paul Ellis vs. Drew Ridgeway 150lbs

A great back and forth round where some serious wrestling is being displayed. Both fighters are jockeying for position looking for an advantage in their MMA Debut. Ellis pulls guard and works towards a guillotine but Ridgeway is able to fight it off and move to a RNC. The round ends on the ground where it started, tough one to call.

R2 begins with some thai clinch action, it isnt long before ellis executes a great judo throw as both fighters go crashing to the mat. Ridgeway is able to get control on the ground and posture up as he delivers some body blows as he works towards mount. Ridgeway maintains control on the ground with a d`arce to end the round.

The round begins and we are treated to a gigantic slam by Ridgeway as he slams ellis to the mat and finishes in full mount. From there Ellis gives up his back and its only a matter of time before ridgeway finishes with the RNC.

Ridgeway wins by submission (RNC) @ 1:39 of R3

Antonio Reyes vs. Travis McGruder 205lbs

The fight begins and Reyes throws a huge bomb of a right that Mc Gruder ducks out of. Its then Travis`turn and he just throws an absolute flurry of punches that stuns Reyes and Mc Gruder follows him to the ground. From here, Mc Gruder mounts, throwing some huge ground and pound shots. Reyes escapes to his feet but Mcgruder hunts him down and delivers a huge shot that likely breaks the nose of Reyes. Mc Gruder then follows him to the ground again, this time brutally finishing Reyes with strikes from the mount position.

Travis McGruder wins by TKO @:40 of R1

Jason Hicks vs. Jeff Tharington 150lbs

This fight is over in a flash. Hicks comes out looking to throw, he does so with a big leg kick and Tharington catches it. This catches Hicks off balance and he falls to the ground but takes his time to sink in a super slick straight armbar finishing the fight.

Hicks wins by submission (armbar) @:45 of R1

Chris McNally vs. John Bryant 185lbs

Chris McNally begins the fight working some strong knees while looking for the big takedown. He lands an inadvertent blow to the weener and the fight is stopped while Bryant recovers. The round continues and McNally finishes his takedown but Bryant works towards a kimura and when it looks like he has it, Chris` wrestling takes over. McNally gains control of Bryant as he pushes him into the cage then throws bombs until Bryant cant take anymore and taps out.

McNally wins by submission (tapout due to strikes) @ 2:04 of R1

Bobby Peavler vs. Josh Lening Heavyweight

Peavler and Lening meet in the middle and immediately go into a clinch which Peavler is getting the better of. He drives knees into the guts and throws some light uppercuts before he pulls guard on Lening. Once on the ground Peavler works to a north south position and finishes Lening with a North South choke.

Peavler wins by submission (North/South Choke) in R1

Joe Elmore vs. Joseph Carroll 155lbs

The first round starts with a frenzied pace and doesn’t let up. Joe Elmore is throwing amazing combos and connecting on Carroll as Carroll decides to try his luck on the ground. Once there Carroll is very insistent on getting an armbar, while Elmore is happy to slam him on his head over and over. It is crazy how many times they crash to the ground as Elmore continues to slam Carroll who is still trying to finish by armbar or triangle.

The second round begins and Carroll is very comfortable on the ground. He looks to bring Elmore into his world and he eventually does. While on the ground Carroll is able to take Elmore’s back and spends almost the entire round looking to finish Elmore with a choke but Joe will not quit. The round ends as Elmore is nearly finished by a Choke.

Round 3 begins and Elmore looks tired, but that goes away when the round stars. Elmore lands a left which has Carroll take a step back. They go to the ground and Carroll looks to finish Elmore by armbar, again getting very close. Elmore rolls out and is able to mount Carroll while delivering some sound strikes on the ground. The struggle continues as Carroll looks to finish on the ground and Elmore is throwing bombs from the top. Carroll moves to side control and looks to deliver some shots before Elmore transitions out and ends up in Carroll’s guard once again. While Elmore is working there is a knee to the face on the ground which Elmore is warned for. The fight continues and Carroll pulls Elmore into his guard once again as time runs out on a fight that both guys gave their all. This is for sure the fight of the night so far, what a battle.

Joe Elmore wins by unanimous decision

Tim Goodwin vs. Preston Marks 135lbs

The round begins and both fighters are looking to setup some standup combos. Marks aims to throw his opponent by switching stances but it doesn’t faze Goodwin. Marks tries very hard for a takedown that Goodwin sprawls well on before he decides to pull guard and look for a guillotine finish. Marks is able to work out of the guillotine and then move to a choke with 10 seconds in the round as he flattens out Goodwin nearly finishes him as the bell rings.

Round 2 is immediately taken to the mat and Marks is working in side control as he looks to point with elbows on Goodwin. It doesn’t take long before Goodwin is smothered and Marks is all over his back. Marks is absolutely punishing a flattened out Goodwin and actually going over what strikes are legal as he has an open dialog with the ref. He attacks from all angles as Goodwin doesn’t show any signs of fighting back and the referee stops the bout.

Marks wins by TKO (Strikes) @ 4:13 of R2

Jerrod Sanders vs. Anthony Christodoulou 150lbs

The fight begins and both fighters are looking to establish themselves on the feet. This goes on for a bit and then Christodoulou decides to work for a single leg. Christodoulou spends alot of time looking for this but Sanders wont budge. They go to the ground and Christodoulou works to a kimura with no avail. From here they go back to the feet and Sanders begins to take control, he is landing knees and even has an elbow find its mark while both fighters are standing. From here the standup continues with Sanders finishing strong as the bell is rung to mark the end of R1.

R2 begins and Sanders is patient as Christodoulou is looking for something off of his back on the ground. Sanders maintains his position and points on Christodoulou as he has his back. From here he rolls Christodoulou over and finishes with a very slick D`arce choke.

Sanders wins by submission (D`Arce choke) @2:14 of R2

Josh Robertson vs. Shah Bobonis 145lbs

Shah bobonis is called the showstopper and he quickly shows us why. This is the fastest I have ever seen someone be taken down, setup and finished by D`Arce choke. Ill be the first to say it, this is a D`Arce choke EXTRAVAGANZA tonight. Not much to write about here folks, Bobonis went out here and finished his opponent in no time at all calling an end to the fight @:23 of R1

Bobonis wins by submission (D`Arce Choke) @:23 of R2

Justin Dalton vs. Jason Nicholson 145lbs

Dalton and Nicholson are establishing themselves in the standup. Dalton looks for a big headkick but slips in doing so. Nicholson follows him to the ground where Dalton is able to transition into Nicholsons guard. From here Dalton postures up and starts to rain down blows on the side of Nicholson’s head before he taps out, ending the fight.

Dalton wins by submission (Tap due to strikes) @ 1:13 of R1

Anthony Lapsley vs. Dave Mewborn 185lbs

The important thing to note about this fight before it begins is that Mewborn has “Clampunchers” written in cursive across the back of his trunks. The fighters throw a few combos on the feet but isn’t long before this one goes to the ground as Mewborn finishes a single leg. Lapsley is showing some good wrestling and is able to spend alot of time in Mewborn guard. He constantly works to full mount but doesn’t quite get there. He is landing some good strikes on the ground but Mewborn is defending well and even is able to roll over Lapsley as he lands in full mount. The time expires on a great first round.

Round 2 begins and both fighters are happy with grinding it out on the ground. Mewborn is working his butterfly guard while Lapsley rains down shots from above, landing a few but Mewborn seems unfazed. They go to the feet and work some knees in the clinch before Lapsley works mewborn down with a judo throw. Lapsley then moves to full mount before Mewborn is able to roll out of it and pins Lapsley against the cage. From here they continue to battle it out on the ground as Mewborn is getting the best of the struggle as he works inside Mewborn guard.

Round 3 begins and its alot more of the same as Mewborn pulls guard and Lapsley works from a dominant position. Lapsley pins Mewbornagainst the cage and starts throwing some looping rights that find their mark. The round runs out as Lapsley works on Mewborn inside his guard grinding out a tough win on the mat.

Lapsley wins by unanimous decision

Ran Weathers vs. Billy Stamp

Our main event is underway and both fighters are establishing their standup. Stamp delivers a gutbusting leg kick. Weathers handles this then takes Stamp to the ground. From here they both rise to the feet and clinch against the cage where stamp is staying more active while weathers looks like he is setting up a whammer. Both fighters are swinging with bad intentions as the rounds comes to an end with Stamp landing a nice knee on Weathers to close out the round.

Round 2 begins and Stamp stuns Weathers with a punch and follows him to the ground. From here Stamp sees an opportunity to finish and starts throwing some hammerfists as Weathers defends and tries to setup a triangle. Weathers is defending as Stamp is keeping the heat on as he works to mount. From mount he transitions to an RNC that Weathers defends and Stamp rolls to mount. Stamp postures up and looks for an opening but there isn’t one there. The fighters land in a north south position as Stamp lands in side control. Stamp looks for a keylock but Weathers defends as he looks for an answer to Stamps pressure.

Round 3 starts and an unintentional headbutt causes a brief break in the action. Stamp is once again showing that he can push the pace on Weathers and he lands in Weathers` guard as they go to the ground. Stamp postures up for a moment and Weathers nearly catches him with a big upkick. As Stamp goes to the mat again with weathers he continues to work from side control as weathers is waiting for his chance to go. Time runs out with Stamp in side control on weathers working big elbows to the head.

Stamp wins by unanimous decision

Thanks to Fury Fight Productions for putting on a great show and we will see you next time! Make sure to check back tomorrow for Event Photographs and Video interviews with the winners.

NextMMAFighter will be on hand live for Fury Fight Promotions “The Storm” from Charleston, SC this Saturday. We will bring you live event results with full round by round summaries following the next day. It goes without saying that this card is going to be spectacular and showcases some of the best up and coming talent in the Southeast. We have featured 5 fighters on this card previously so make sure to check them out.

Chris McNally is a solid wrestler who we have seen fight before and brings a tenacious ground game that is backed up by a solid wrestling base. Also on the undercard is Us Army Combatives undefeated fighter Travis McGruder, who will look to make a statement on the undercard. Always exciting Joe “The Hitman” Elmore will be in his first fight since winning by TKO over John Cofer last month facing Joseph Carroll. Carroll also won his last fight in Duluth, GA at Wild Bills Fight Night with a brutal armbar.

Bobby “Big Pappa Country” Peavler will bring his strong Jiu-Jitsu into the cage opposing Josh Lening who is looking to avenge a past lost to Peavler. In the co-main event Anthony Lapsley a well seasoned fighter will go up against Dave Mewborn who is a very young and hungry fighter.

The main event will shape up to be a great one as Ran Weathers is always a treat to watch and can win anywhere the fight takes him. He will go up against Billy Stamp who is riding a 3 fight win streak.

I highly recommend you bring yourself to the fight in person because this is going to be a good one. Tickets are still available through ticketmaster so get one and we will see you at the fights!

Full Fight Card is listed below and we will bring you the official card once the weighins are completed.

A young and explosive fighter in the Southeast, we were happy to take some time with Joe “The Hitman” Elmore as he prepares for his fight on Saturday night at Fury Fight Promotions presents “The Storm” in Charleston, SC.

NextMMAFighter : It’s good to catch up with you Joe and we appreciate the time. How goes your training for this weekend as you are fighting at Fury Fight Promotions “The Storm”?

Joe Elmore : I’ve trained four hours a day, six days a week with Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Black belt Mike Israel. I’ve also done wrestling training with John Hannerhan, Harry Lesster (Olympic Bronze Medalist) and Brian Stann. I’ve been training my Stand up with Bryan Santee, Will Kuhn, Sonny South, and last but not least Mateo Cutbill from Hard Knox.

NextMMAFighter : You fought in early February and won by KO, has the quick turnaround affected your training at all?

Joe Elmore : My training with fights signed or not stays consistent, however it is a good thing that I got another fight this quickly. It keeps me occupied doing something that I love and its always good to stay busy in the fight game.

NextMMAFighter : There’s a couple of different official records listed for you online. Since we want to get it from the source what is your official record going into this fight?

Joe Elmore : My official PRO record is 2-1. My unsanctioned record (which means I fought in AL where there is no commission) is 10-0.

NextMMAFighter : As you lost the first fight of your career after you turned pro, how did this affect your focus going forward?

Joe Elmore : It didn’t effect it in any negative way, I took my first fight here in Atlanta, Ga against Sonny South who fights at 185. It was something that was apparently meant to happen as Sonny and I have become really close friends and training partners. He has been in my corner ever since the defeat. Truly, had it not been for that, I would not be training and living in Atlanta today.

NextMMAFighter : Without giving away your gameplan, what do you think are your best attributes as a fighter?

Joe Elmore : My best attribute is my well-rounded abilities. I am not just a wrestler, or just a stand-up fighter and I utilize everything I have as a weapon. From my slams, to my kicks, to my knock-out punches; I have the ability to fight off my back, in guard, or on my feet and that’s what I bring to the cage.

NextMMAFighter : Do you know much about your opponent on Saturday night? Do your alter your preparations significantly based on opponent or is it all the same once the cage door closes?

Joe Elmore : I definitely recognize my opponents skills in BJJ, but I do not let it fool me into forgetting the other aspects of his game. I have prepared myself for whatever he may bring, just as I would to fight any of my other opponents.

NextMMAFighter : Every fighter turns pro with plans for the future, tell us what yours are.

Joe Elmore : My plans are to become a world champion. I go big or go home and I didn’t start fighting to settle. Regardless of my record of wins or where ever my fighting career goes, I will always want more.

NextMMAFighter : Looking at fighters past or present, tell us some of your favorites and why?

Joe Elmore : Clay Guida come to mind of course as he is one of the fastest pace fighters and most fun to watch. I m also a big fan of Chuck Liddell, the KO king of all time. Last but not least, I have to say BJ Penn, because he is one of the most well respected fighters in the game and I would love to have his spot at the top one day.

NextMMAFighter : We are looking forward to your fight on Saturday and we expect fireworks. In closing is there anyone you would like to thank?

Joe Elmore : Of course! All of my training partners, Sonny South, Will Kuhn, Bryan Santee, Harry Lesster (Olympic Bronze Medalist), John Hannerhan (PENN STATE WRESTLER), Brian Stann (UFC) Mike Israel (BJJ Black Belt) BJ Hedger (My corner man) Mateo Cutbill (Muay Thai coach) All of my sponsors: Sponsored Fan, Born2Bang owner Houston Murphy Born2BangMMA.com, Out Law Custom Tattoo’s (Montgomery, AL) Ink Factor Tattoo (Montgomery, AL) EastSide Grill (Montgomery, AL) Brawl Nutrition, VPX Supplements, Redline Energy Drinks, Randy Sewell (RSL Images) and Terri Hillman (Phatlip MMA) and last but not least, all of my family and friends that have supported me. Love You Guys!

Joe is part of a great card taking place in Charleston, SC on Saturday night. Well see you at the fights!

This event is going to be a ridiculous card and we are bummed we will not be in attendance. If you are able to make it over to this fight, you will not be sorry. It all goes down TONIGHT at Wild Bills in Duluth, GA.

Headlined by the UFC Badboy and all around asshole Junie Browning, this card has alot of great local talent. John Cofer and Joe Elmore is going to be a GREAT fight that we will be watching as both of these guys always bring a good fight.

Update : Junie Browning missed weight but the fight will still go on. Apparently he walked off and began re-hydrating after refusing to cut the last lb. Both fight camps came to an agreement and the fight is still on.

Tickets and more information can be found at Undisputed Productions.

The latest fight card is listed below.

PRO FIGHTS
Junie Browning (Tapout Gym) vs Aaron Hall (RUSH MMA): 157 lbs
Will Kuhn (HardKnox MMA) vs Brian Keller (NC): 172 lbs
Dustin Chovanic (Legacy Fight Club) vs Tim Gawenda (Eagle Kickboxing & MMA): 174 lbs
Joe Elmore (HardKnox MMA) vs John Cofer (The HardCore Gym): 157 lbs
Eric Kriegermeier (Ascension MMA) vs Andy Roberts (Auburn MMA): 165 lbs
Scott Farhat (TUF MMA) vs nate Ford (Modern Army Combatives): 140 lbs

AMATEUR FIGHTS
Michael Poling (Metz Combat Club) vs Jesse Wable (Full Throttle MMA): 140 lbs
Ashlee Nee (NC MMA) vs Krissa Timbs (Genesis MMA) (females): 135 lbs
Ulli Pohl (Knuckle Up Fitness) vs Allen Little (Eagle Kickboxing & MMA): 172 lbs
Travis Knight (Absoloot Boxing & Fitness) vs Andrew Higgins (Fusion MMA): 137 lbs
Michael Kimbrell (Full Throttle MMA) vs Wesley Barnes (Champion Muau Thai): 187 lbs