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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.

PRO MMA
Diego Saraiva (Saraiva MMA) vs Ronnie Rogers (The HIT Squad)
Andrew Higgins (Fusion MMA) vs Jacob Hebeison (Iron Clutch Fitness)
Stephen Upchurch (Knuckle Up Fitness) vs Brian Mullis
Gerry Tena (Striker Fight Center) vs Chris Cain (Fitness Edge MMA)

AMATEUR MMA
Shea Taylor (Saraiva MMA) vs Josh Cook (Chaotic Fitness)
Tecia Torres (Knuckle Up) vs Ivey Turner (Legacy Fight Club)
Drew Moody (Kelly Leo) vs Cody Black (Gentry’s MMA)
Manuel Corrier (Rodrigues MMA) vs Clayton Henry (Thunderhouse)

AMATEUR MUAY THAI
Mary Matia (KBX) vs Amica Olchovik (Gruebel’s MMA)

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

We had a few minutes to talk to Ronnie Rogers on the release of his fight in 48 hours against Bryan Goldsby.

NMMAF: We just got news of your fight with Bryan Goldsby after you stepped up to fill in for another fighter. How did the fight come about and how do you feel about your new opponent?

RR: Yeah someone backed out and I was asked to step in and of course I said yes because I’m always looking for a fight.  Then I’m told he backed out when told he would be fighting me but that they had someone else for me but the athletic comm. would not approve it due to the fact that he had fought just last week so again I’m without a fight. However they were able to find Bryan to fill the spot. It was a pain going back and forth because (1) I wanted to fight and (2) I really needed the money. This is how I pay my bills and get by day to day. I sacrifice alot t0 be able to train as much as I do and not working a full time job is one of them.
NMMAF: Goldsby has been susceptible to good wrestling, will we see you try to take him down?

As far as trying to take him down…Who knows? I’ve never seen him fight or even really heard of him..I know he is good due to the fact he was in Bellator and defeated Jeff Curran while there so this is going to be a tough fight but I’m ok with that. I want to fight the best. But back to taking him down. I’m just going to go in and do my thing…if it ends up on the ground then so be it…if it’s a stand up war even better…
NMMAF: Your fight after this was announced and promoted before this one was settled on. As a professional is that disruptive to your training given the contrast between the two fighters in Goldsby and Saraiva?

Nah my next fight was promoted due to it being a big rematch that many want to see. This fight was not even supposed to happen. I just saw that (David) Oblas needed fighters to step up due to some fights falling through and, like I said, I’m always looking to fight. I had no clue of this till this week.

 

NMMAF: Do you have any sponsors, coaches, or training partners you would like to thank?

RR: I just want to thank Blake Grice and James Linic as well as everyone at HIT training center for putting me through the grind to always be in fight shape so I can take fights like this and do what I love.

 

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

 

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Tonight was some of the best MMA action we’ve seen in Atlanta. If you are missing these fights, you are making a mistake. Check out all the action.

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.

NextMMAFighter.com will be on hand for more exciting MMA action in Duluth:

Diego Saraiva, a staple at Wild Bill’s and one of the Southeast’s most exciting fighters, takes on Ronnie Rogers in the main event. Rogers earned his spot by defeating a standout from ATT Atlanta in the last Wild Bill’s fights.

Will Kuhn, a ferocious fighter known for his slams and knockouts, will take on his toughest test in Louisville’s Joe Heink.

Four cross town rivals will go at it in Striker’s Gerry Tena vs Ascension’s Chase Thomas and ATT Atlanta’s John Puerta vs Full Throttle’s Jesse Wable.

Byron Bloodworth of Iron Clutch Fitness will take on the Dominican Republic’s Jose Tezanos and HardCore Gym’s Jerrid Burke vs North Carolina’s Brian Keller.

On the amateur side, KBX Gym’s Mary Matia returns to the ring versus Unit 2′s Ashley Connor in an exciting muay thai matchup for two very experienced female fighters.

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FULL FIGHT CARD
PRO MMA
Diego Saraiva (Saraiva MMA) vs Ronnie Rogers (HIT Squad): 150 lbs
Will Kuhn (X3 Sports) vs Joe Heink (Haycraft MMA): 172 lbs
Byron Bloodworth (Iron Clutch Fitness) vs Jose Tezanos (All Star Vale Tudo): 147 lbs
Gerry Tena (Striker Fight Center) vs Chase Thomas (Ascension MMA): 147 lbs
Jerrid Burke (The HardCore Gym) vs Brian Keller (Team Renegade): 157 lbs
John Puerta (ATT Atlanta) vs Jesse Wable (Full Throttle Fitness): 135 lbs

ADVANCED AMATEUR MMA
Gui Curry (Knuckle Up Fitness) vs Kris Boyd (The HardCore Gym): 157 lbs

AMATEUR MMA
Jordan Moore (Chaotic Fitness) vs Jeff Randall (The HardCore Gym): 157 lbs
Chris Gibbs (Knuckle Up Fitness) vs Joey Edwards (Slaughter House MMA): 185 lbs

AMATEUR MUAY THAI
Mary Matia (KBX Gym) vs Ashley Connor (Unit 2 Fitness): 125 lbs

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

If this Friday’s Wild Bill’s Fight Night will be anything like the last one, YOU DO NOT WANT TO MISS IT.

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