The Best Gyms and Trainers in Chicago for Aspiring MMA Fighters
The Best Gyms and Trainers in Chicago for Aspiring MMA Fighters If you are an aspiring MMA fighter in Chicago, you might be wondering where to train and who to learn from. MMA is a complex and dynamic sport that requires a high level of skill, fitness, and discipline. You need to find a gym …...
Killer Bee in South Dakota: Brian Peterson Ready for LFA 64
by Matt Lo Cascio A killer bee has landed in South Dakota, and beware — it’s a big one. MTC’s Brian “Killer Bee” Peterson will fight Ryan Debelak at LFA 64 Friday night in Sioux Falls. You can see the fight live on AXStv. It’s a different fight week for Peterson. This is the longest …...
XFO Night of Champions: Lovrich Retains Title, NICC Takes Two Belts
by Matt Lo Cascio Woodstock Harley Davidson was roaring Saturday night, the venue packed with MMA fans as the XFO held its “Night of Champions” event. Here’s a breakdown of each of the fights. Lovrich Retains Title With Marcelotine The Juice Pack represented in full as Justin “Juice” Lovrich attempted to...
Aleo, DKO Ready for MMA’s Final Four
by Matt Lo Cascio The Elite Amateur Fight League returns to Chicago on Saturday and Team Illinois (aka Illinois Inferno) is one win away from advancing to the finals. The EAFL pits state vs. state in a tournament and Illinois is matched up against the team from Virginia in the final four. If they win …...
Chicago Cagefighting Championship Returns With a Bang
by Matt Lo Cascio Do you believe in ring rust for fighters? How about for MMA promotions? Chicago Cagefighting Championship made its return Saturday night after nearly seven years away from the game, and there was no ring rust to be found in an event that was a non-stop thrill ride. Ears were ringing from …...
Kazmaier Makes XFO History, Adds Second Belt
by Matt Lo Cascio Wrecking Ball’s Kendra Kazmaier made XFO history Saturday night when she became the first-ever female to concurrently hold titles in two divisions. UFC Gym’s Kim Bulow couldn’t answer the bell after a raucous three rounds in the main event, giving Kazmaier a TKO victory and the XFO bantamweight title....
XFO Outdoor War 14 Results and Recap
by Matt Lo Cascio The XFO held its annual Outdoor War Saturday night at Sideouts in Island Lake. With 22 fights on the card there were plenty of highlights. The first-ever female flyweight champ was crowned, the welterweight title changed hands and some fighters earned title shots with their wins. There’s also a new wave …...
XFO Rocktown Showdown 33 Results
Results from XFO Rocktown Showdown 33 on May 19, 2018 in Rockford, IL. XFO Rocktown Showdown Bantamweight Title Jonathan Appelman (Team Colon) def. Saul Stevens (Pura Vida BJJ) Tap – RNC, 2:46 round 1 XFO Rocktown Showdown 33 Results Laura Sanchez (Roufusport) def. Kim Bulow (UFC Gym Orland Park) – UD Joel “The Latin...
Bellator 198 Video: Sultan Umar vs. Tom Angelhoff
Midwest Training Center’s Sultan Umar takes on Rothwell MMA’s Tom Angelhoff in a battle of local fighters at Bellator 198....
Bellator 198 Video: Adil Benjilany vs. Corey Jackson
Midwest Training Center’s Adil Benjilany takes on Team Colon’s Corey Jackson at Bellator 198. Gordon Ryan Rolls With Hypnotik...
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