Thursday, March 4, 2010
Wednesday, December 30, 2009
A little bit of Mark; A letter from Mark Munoz's wife
Wow, this is such an inspirational letter from Mark Munoz's wife. Especially right before his fight at the MGM in UFC 108 and the New Year. I had to share it with everyone so they can see great character Mark Munoz has. Not only does he have great character and perseverance, he has a great wife behind him supporting him too. It's always nice to see the other side of the fighter, and by the other side, I'm talking about the supportive side from the significant other. Thank you Mark and Kristi Munoz!
Here is the letter:
Hey Everyone,
Just thought I would share this with you all before the weekend!
Probably the thing I admire most about Mark is his ability and desire to follow his dreams with all of his heart! Many of you might not know this about him, but when he was in high school he broke all the bones in his ankle and was told he might not ever walk again. He was told he would definitely never play football again (which was his passion at the time). Being as active as he was, he was determined to prove the doctors wrong. Instead of letting it get him down, he turned his focus to wrestling. It took him only 3 months to ditch the crutches and by 7 months he had won his first high school state wrestling championship. 1 year later he won the High School National Championship, the top 189 pound wrestler in the country!
He then went off to college to Oklahoma State University, which holds the most NCAA Championship titles in collegiate history. He knew in his heart he would win at least one championship there. His junior year he went into the championship tournament seeded #1, but was derailed in the semifinals by one of his nemesis. He finished 3rd that year. But his senior year, nothing stood in his way. He was determined, and it showed. In 2001, he earned the top spot as the 197 pound NCAA Division I National Champion.
After college, he got a coaching position at UC Davis, only 30 minutes from his hometown. It was there that he met Urijah, one of the up and coming MMA stars at the time. Urijah, who wrestled at Davis, was constantly encouraging Mark to try fighting. Mark had 3 kids at the time, was working towards his masters degree, and was coaching full time. He was not interested in fighting...until December 2006, when he attended the New Year's UFC year end event (Ortiz vs. Liddell). He felt his heart pumping as the lights went out and the crowd was roaring. He watched as Liddell took out Ortiz, and he thought "I could do that". This was the moment he decided he wanted to try his hand at fighting. He said he would be there someday. A year and a half later, on June 1, 2008, he walked out for his first big WEC fight at Arco Arena. The crowd went crazy! I remember looking at my brother, both of us with tears in our eyes, thinking he had reached his dream. Win or lose, it didn't matter. He had reached the place he set his mind upon.
Which brings us to this weekend, and the reason I am writing this email! I came across this picture of our family at Lego Land a couple years back. Mark was 1-0 in his career as a fighter at the time. He stood in front of the MGM lego statue, put his fist in the air and said, "Take a picture Kris! I will be fighting here one day!"
Mark may not be as quick as the next guy, he may not have the better footwork or the better punch, or maybe he does I don't know...but what he does have is the will and desire to work hard at everything he does. Not just in his athletic life, but his personal life, his family life, and his spiritual life. He is the most amazing person I have ever met, and I just wanted to share a little bit of him with you before we head out this weekend.
Can't wait to celebrate this weekend with you all! See you at the MGM!
P.S. Check out the attached picture if you get a chance!
With Love Always,
Kristi "The proud wife"
Here is the letter:
Hey Everyone,
Just thought I would share this with you all before the weekend!
Probably the thing I admire most about Mark is his ability and desire to follow his dreams with all of his heart! Many of you might not know this about him, but when he was in high school he broke all the bones in his ankle and was told he might not ever walk again. He was told he would definitely never play football again (which was his passion at the time). Being as active as he was, he was determined to prove the doctors wrong. Instead of letting it get him down, he turned his focus to wrestling. It took him only 3 months to ditch the crutches and by 7 months he had won his first high school state wrestling championship. 1 year later he won the High School National Championship, the top 189 pound wrestler in the country!
He then went off to college to Oklahoma State University, which holds the most NCAA Championship titles in collegiate history. He knew in his heart he would win at least one championship there. His junior year he went into the championship tournament seeded #1, but was derailed in the semifinals by one of his nemesis. He finished 3rd that year. But his senior year, nothing stood in his way. He was determined, and it showed. In 2001, he earned the top spot as the 197 pound NCAA Division I National Champion.
After college, he got a coaching position at UC Davis, only 30 minutes from his hometown. It was there that he met Urijah, one of the up and coming MMA stars at the time. Urijah, who wrestled at Davis, was constantly encouraging Mark to try fighting. Mark had 3 kids at the time, was working towards his masters degree, and was coaching full time. He was not interested in fighting...until December 2006, when he attended the New Year's UFC year end event (Ortiz vs. Liddell). He felt his heart pumping as the lights went out and the crowd was roaring. He watched as Liddell took out Ortiz, and he thought "I could do that". This was the moment he decided he wanted to try his hand at fighting. He said he would be there someday. A year and a half later, on June 1, 2008, he walked out for his first big WEC fight at Arco Arena. The crowd went crazy! I remember looking at my brother, both of us with tears in our eyes, thinking he had reached his dream. Win or lose, it didn't matter. He had reached the place he set his mind upon.
Which brings us to this weekend, and the reason I am writing this email! I came across this picture of our family at Lego Land a couple years back. Mark was 1-0 in his career as a fighter at the time. He stood in front of the MGM lego statue, put his fist in the air and said, "Take a picture Kris! I will be fighting here one day!"
Mark may not be as quick as the next guy, he may not have the better footwork or the better punch, or maybe he does I don't know...but what he does have is the will and desire to work hard at everything he does. Not just in his athletic life, but his personal life, his family life, and his spiritual life. He is the most amazing person I have ever met, and I just wanted to share a little bit of him with you before we head out this weekend.
Can't wait to celebrate this weekend with you all! See you at the MGM!
P.S. Check out the attached picture if you get a chance!
With Love Always,
Kristi "The proud wife"
Wednesday, December 23, 2009
Merry Christmas - Maligayang Pasko!
OMG time flew by so quickly. I can't believe Christmas is already here. I have to admit on Christmas Eve Eve I am going to be one of those last minute Christmas shoppers. It's always hard to find that perfect gift, especially for someone you care about. I personally love handmade thoughtful gifts. They are always creative and more sentimental. That's why I love me some Build-A-Bear lol. Oh and PICTURES! Gentlemen, here is a tip... women love pictures in picture frames!
I'm really looking forward to being with my family on Christmas. All I keep thinking about is my moms cooking, eating the lumpia we wrapped on Thanksgiving, and my manang Dawn's Christmas cookies. One thing I'm going to miss is my brother presence. He is in the Navy and stationed in Atsugi, Japan. Out of 27 years, this will be my first Christmas without him. Breaks my heart knowing that he wont be here for the holiday but at least he is saving more leave time to come visit for the more important things like when my grandmother passes away. I'm about to break down in tears just writing that, but it is what it is. I hate knowing that she is dying and suffering everyday. My prayers for her to heal have now turned to asking God to please take her with him so she can be with my grandpa... and it breaks my heart :( When I'm with her I try to spend as much time with her as much as possible...
Anyway, I'm happy I get to see my grandmother and my family this holiday. I have the greatest family and I'm thankful I'm blessed with them. This holiday is always about cherishing family with good times and I definitely can't wait!
Merry Christmas - Maligayang Pasko! I hope you have a great holiday with your family. Peace and Blessings to you all.
I'm really looking forward to being with my family on Christmas. All I keep thinking about is my moms cooking, eating the lumpia we wrapped on Thanksgiving, and my manang Dawn's Christmas cookies. One thing I'm going to miss is my brother presence. He is in the Navy and stationed in Atsugi, Japan. Out of 27 years, this will be my first Christmas without him. Breaks my heart knowing that he wont be here for the holiday but at least he is saving more leave time to come visit for the more important things like when my grandmother passes away. I'm about to break down in tears just writing that, but it is what it is. I hate knowing that she is dying and suffering everyday. My prayers for her to heal have now turned to asking God to please take her with him so she can be with my grandpa... and it breaks my heart :( When I'm with her I try to spend as much time with her as much as possible...
Anyway, I'm happy I get to see my grandmother and my family this holiday. I have the greatest family and I'm thankful I'm blessed with them. This holiday is always about cherishing family with good times and I definitely can't wait!
Merry Christmas - Maligayang Pasko! I hope you have a great holiday with your family. Peace and Blessings to you all.
Friday, December 18, 2009
GymPass: Bonus Feature with Eddie Bravo
I got a chance to have a few words with the man behind 10th Planet jiu jitsu, Eddie Bravo! Check it out...
GymPass: Bonus Feature with Rudy V (BJ Penn's head coach & mentor)
This is Rudy Valentino, BJ Penn's head coach and trainer. Check it out as I got a chance to have a few words with the Champ's mentor.
Autograph signing with Jake Shields. Proceeds to go the Children's Hospital
Today Jake Shields is signing autographs at Eastridge mall in San Jose, CA from 6-8PM for MMA-KO. As their Miss August, they invited me to be a special guest and sign autographs with Jake. I support MMA-KO because they are all from the Central Valley... the 209, where I grew up. And anyone from that area knows it's hard to make a dollar out of fifteen cents.
Don't be alarmed by the fee for autographs. There is obviously no fee for mine lol, but for Jake's. All proceeds go to the Children's Hospital of Oakland.
If you're in the bay area for Strikeforce come by and check it out!
Don't be alarmed by the fee for autographs. There is obviously no fee for mine lol, but for Jake's. All proceeds go to the Children's Hospital of Oakland.
If you're in the bay area for Strikeforce come by and check it out!
Wednesday, December 16, 2009
My MMA Holiday Wishlist 2009!
These are things that I think look cute and are definitely on my 2009 Holiday wish list... and Santa said I've been a good girl this year =)
1. Queen Hoody - Fight Chix
I'm not saying this because I am a spoke smodel for Fight Chix but this hoody is too cute and sporty. It has fur inside and is comfy. I love it. It's on my wish list because it's a must have for every woman who is a fan of MMA.
2. Vertigo Henley long sleeve Black - TapouT
The cut of this shirt is cute. I love the buttons to unbutton and show the cleavage I don't have! lol But really... it will fit the body right and that's why it's on my wish list.
3. Radical Board Shorts - Punishment Athletics
There is something about these shorts that express to me comfy which is why I have it on my wish list. It just screams out 'cook in these shorts' to me lol.
4. Empower Thermal - Fight Chix
This is a must have thermal for winter. It is sexy and has Empower on it. It's exactly what women stand for... Empowerment!
5. Philippine Walkout - Jaco Clothing
Jaco Clothing is newer to the MMA scene this year, but definitely caught my eye when they sponsored Brandon Vera. I would be walking a proud pinay wearing this shirt.
6. iGrapple shirt - MMA Warehouse
When I did the Their Fight Is Our Fight event, MMA Warehouse was one of our sponsors and they donated this shirt for us to raffle and giveaway. Ever since I saw it, I thought it was super cute and very creative... just something I had to have. I'd love to rock this shirt by cutting off the top to show some shoulder and do it 80's style :)
7. Lono sunglasses - Vandal Eyewear
I already have the Kai version of Vandal Eyewear, but when I saw these I knew they were a must have. They have spring time written all over it. Cute for driving to a shooting for GymPass in traffic lol.
8. Mabuhay tee - Toe 2 Toe
This shirt makes me feel good inside. It was created for a good cause and I'd love to have another one to wear because the one that I have is signed by everyone who participated in the charity event. Pinoys represent!
9. BJ Penn Hat - BJ PENN
I am such a hat girl. I love rockin' hats with hoop earrings. I grew up in the 80s and love the look. When they showed the red BJ Penn hat on my episode of GymPass at the RVCA gym with BJ Penn, I had to have it. Plus, red is my favorite color.
10. Brad Tavares - MMA Fighter
He is a fighter from Hawaii that is hella fine, 22 years old and taken. I'd like to have him single and 5 years older than his age now lol. I've been good this year, Santa. Can you warp us into a time zone before he met his girlfriend when I saw him grapple in that no-gi tournament in Hawaii? haha
I hope all of you have a wonderful Holiday Season this year!
P.S. I know I've been a little naughty but super nice. Santa, please get me my Holiday wish list this year! ;)
1. Queen Hoody - Fight Chix
I'm not saying this because I am a spoke smodel for Fight Chix but this hoody is too cute and sporty. It has fur inside and is comfy. I love it. It's on my wish list because it's a must have for every woman who is a fan of MMA.
2. Vertigo Henley long sleeve Black - TapouT
The cut of this shirt is cute. I love the buttons to unbutton and show the cleavage I don't have! lol But really... it will fit the body right and that's why it's on my wish list.
3. Radical Board Shorts - Punishment Athletics
There is something about these shorts that express to me comfy which is why I have it on my wish list. It just screams out 'cook in these shorts' to me lol.
4. Empower Thermal - Fight Chix
This is a must have thermal for winter. It is sexy and has Empower on it. It's exactly what women stand for... Empowerment!
5. Philippine Walkout - Jaco Clothing
Jaco Clothing is newer to the MMA scene this year, but definitely caught my eye when they sponsored Brandon Vera. I would be walking a proud pinay wearing this shirt.
6. iGrapple shirt - MMA Warehouse
When I did the Their Fight Is Our Fight event, MMA Warehouse was one of our sponsors and they donated this shirt for us to raffle and giveaway. Ever since I saw it, I thought it was super cute and very creative... just something I had to have. I'd love to rock this shirt by cutting off the top to show some shoulder and do it 80's style :)
7. Lono sunglasses - Vandal Eyewear
I already have the Kai version of Vandal Eyewear, but when I saw these I knew they were a must have. They have spring time written all over it. Cute for driving to a shooting for GymPass in traffic lol.
8. Mabuhay tee - Toe 2 Toe
This shirt makes me feel good inside. It was created for a good cause and I'd love to have another one to wear because the one that I have is signed by everyone who participated in the charity event. Pinoys represent!
9. BJ Penn Hat - BJ PENN
I am such a hat girl. I love rockin' hats with hoop earrings. I grew up in the 80s and love the look. When they showed the red BJ Penn hat on my episode of GymPass at the RVCA gym with BJ Penn, I had to have it. Plus, red is my favorite color.
10. Brad Tavares - MMA Fighter
He is a fighter from Hawaii that is hella fine, 22 years old and taken. I'd like to have him single and 5 years older than his age now lol. I've been good this year, Santa. Can you warp us into a time zone before he met his girlfriend when I saw him grapple in that no-gi tournament in Hawaii? haha
I hope all of you have a wonderful Holiday Season this year!
P.S. I know I've been a little naughty but super nice. Santa, please get me my Holiday wish list this year! ;)
Sunday, December 13, 2009
UFC 107 could not have been possible without Ed Clay!
I know the blog title may sound quite odd, but Ed Clay is a prominent figure and one of the first pioneers of MMA in Tennessee. He is the owner of Gameness and was the first to hire a lobbyist to help legalize MMA in Tennessee. After fighting for over four years, we now had UFC 107 in Memphis, Tennessee.... and boy it sure was an amazing card!
I know Ed wasn't alone to help legalize MMA in Tennessee, but it sure is nice to see people like him who will do anything to help this sport grow. He needs be be recognized for his hard work and dedication to MMA.
Thanks, Ed... my mentor and one of my best friends.
I know Ed wasn't alone to help legalize MMA in Tennessee, but it sure is nice to see people like him who will do anything to help this sport grow. He needs be be recognized for his hard work and dedication to MMA.
Thanks, Ed... my mentor and one of my best friends.
Friday, December 11, 2009
Wanna win a BJ PENN RVCA Gift Pack?
Details are on http://www.bjpenn.com/profile/GymPass
All you have to do to enter is copy and paste one of the following links from GymPass with Miss Rara as a status post to your Facebook, Myspace or Ning profile.
After you've posted the link please send us a message on my GymPass with Miss Rara profile with a link to where you've posted the link and you'll be entered to win a BJ Penn gift pack from RVCA.
It's that easy! :)
GymPass with Miss Rara - Legends MMA
Chris Reilly gave me a tour of Legends MMA in Hollywood, CA.... and yes there are stripper poles!
You'll see familiar faces like Chuck Liddell, Dan Hardy, & Eddie Bravo. The ending is pretty funny...
Enjoy!
You'll see familiar faces like Chuck Liddell, Dan Hardy, & Eddie Bravo. The ending is pretty funny...
Enjoy!
Thursday, December 10, 2009
GymPass with Miss Rara
I'm so happy and pleased to announce... from Executive Producer Doug Deluca (MTV's Bully Beatdown & Jimmy Kimmel Live), Lesher Marketing Group, and BJ Penn... I present to you GymPass with Miss Rara :)
Check out BJ Penn giving me a tour of his RVCA training facility in Costa Mesa, CA. Bonus clips include exclusive interviews from his training camp.
http://www.bjpenn.com/profile/GymPass
We are going to continue to tour MMA gyms from all over. Tomorrow we will post a tour of Legends MMA Training Center in Hollywood, CA. So stay tuned!
Check out BJ Penn giving me a tour of his RVCA training facility in Costa Mesa, CA. Bonus clips include exclusive interviews from his training camp.
http://www.bjpenn.com/profile/GymPass
We are going to continue to tour MMA gyms from all over. Tomorrow we will post a tour of Legends MMA Training Center in Hollywood, CA. So stay tuned!
Wednesday, October 21, 2009
Their Fight Is Our Fight!
With October being Filipino-American History Month, I am happy and pleased to announce Their Fight Is Our Fight (TFIOF), the First Filipino-American MMA event put together in efforts to help the typhoon victims in the Philippines. This event will be held at Legends MMA Training Center in Hollywood, CA on October 25th, 2009. It is an all day MMA event with demonstration, seminars, and autographs with the most prominent Filipino-American figures in MMA; Brandon Vera, Mark Munoz, Shane Del Rosario, Romie Adanza, and Arianny Celeste.
ALL PROCEEDS GO TO THE PHILIPPINE RED CROSS
If you want to help out and you are a part of media, please post our press release.
Maraming Maraming Salamat!
♥ Tamara 'Miss Rara' Suguitan
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
CONTACT: Winston Emano, Winston@theirfightisourfight.org
TOP RANKED FIL-AM MIXED MARTIAL ARTISTS
IN SPECIAL TYPHOON RELIEF BENEFIT
‘THEIR FIGHT IS OUR FIGHT’ TAKES PLACE THIS SUNDAY IN LOS ANGELES
(LOS ANGELES – 10/18) Responding in their own unique way to the plight of thousands of their kababayans affected by the twin – soon to be, triple – typhoon devastations in The Philippines, the Filipino American Mixed Martial Arts community is taking the fight for typhoon relief with THEIR FIGHT IS OUR FIGHT, a special fundraiser taking place Sunday, October 25 from 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. at Legends Mixed Martial Arts Training Center, 5176 Santa Monica Blvd. Hollywood, CA 90029.
The event, presented in conjunction with FilAm ARTS and SIPA, two established community non-profit organizations, is a veritable feast for Mixed Martial Arts practitioners and fans alike and brings together for the first time four top-ranked Filipino American Mixed Martial Artists in Brandon Vera, Mark Munoz, Shane Del Rosario and Romie Adanza each presenting exclusive high-level seminars and demonstrations of their specialties.
Additionally, popular UFC ring card model Arianny Celeste, featured on Spike TV’s “Ultimate Fighter,” will be on hand to meet fans and lend her support.
Tickets for the all-day seminars for participants are an all-inclusive $120. Non-participating spectators can attend to watch and take pictures for $5 admission.
“If you’re Pinoy and a fan of MMA, this event is an absolute must,” said event co-founder Tamara “Ms. RaRa” Suguitan. “Proceeds from the gate and merchandise will go directly to help our people.”
Added co-founder Paul Factora, “We – the participants included – were not immune to seeing our fellow Filipinos suffering. This event is our small way of letting them know that we stand by them through this all.”
The Participants:
Brandon ‘The Truth’ Vera – San Diego, CA
UFC Light-Heavyweight Contender – 11-3 Record.
Former WEC Heavyweight Champion.
2-time Pan American Jiu Jitsu Gold Medalist
8-time Grapplers Quest Champion
W.K.A. Muay Thai National Champion.
U.S. Olympic Wrestling Alternate
Brown Belt under Master Lloyd Irvin
Defeated former UFC Heavyweight Champion Frank Mir and was a challenger for the UFC Heavyweight title. Upcoming bout against UFC Legend Randy Couture on Nov 14.
Mark ‘The Philippine Wrecking Machine’ Munoz – Vallejo, CA
UFC Middleweight Contender – 6-1 Record.
2001 NCAA Div. 1 National Champion Wrestler
2-time NCAA All American – Oklahoma State University
Wrestling Coach at U.C. Davis
Member of The Blackhouse fight team alongside Anderson Silva, Lyoto Machida and Antonio Noguiera.
Shane ‘No Limits’ Del Rosario – Irvine, CA
Undefeated Strikeforce Light-Heavyweight Contender. 8-0
First ever WBO Heavyweight Muay Thai Champion
Current WBC Heavyweight Muay Thai Kickboxing Champion
Alternate Fighter for Spike TV’s -The Ultimate Fighter –Heavyweights.
Member of Team Oyama
Romie Adanza – Irvine, CA
25-2-2
US WBC Bantamweight Muay Thai Champion
IKKC International Bantamweight Muay Thai Champion
Team Oyama Muay Thai Trainer
Arianny Celeste
UFC Ring Girl
Ring Girl of the Year 2008
Nominated Ring Girl of the Year 2009
Additional Instructor announcements to come!!!
Proceeds from the seminars will go directly to Typhoon Ondoy, Parma and Lupit relief via Red Cross Philippines.
Seminar Events Schedule:
10:00-10:30 – Opening Ceremony - Warmup
10:30-12:00 – Brandon Vera – Jiu Jitsu for MMA - Seminar
12:00-1:00 – Lunchbreak - Group Pictures - Special Guest Announcements.
1:00-2:00 - Romy Adanza - Muay Thai Clinch Game -Workshop
2:00-3:00 - Shane Del Rosario – Muay Thai for MMA - Workshop
4:00-4:20 – Break – Pictures - Awards
4:20-5:50 – Mark Munoz – MMA Takedowns and Wrestling.
5:50-6:00 – Cool Down
6:00-6:30– Awards - Closing Ceremony. - Raffle Winners Announcement.
Schedule is subject to change upon additional instructor participation. For more information, please visit www.TheirFightIsOurFight.org.
FYI, our site is down for a few hours today. Will be back up this afternoon.
ALL PROCEEDS GO TO THE PHILIPPINE RED CROSS
If you want to help out and you are a part of media, please post our press release.
Maraming Maraming Salamat!
♥ Tamara 'Miss Rara' Suguitan
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
CONTACT: Winston Emano, Winston@theirfightisourfight.org
IN SPECIAL TYPHOON RELIEF BENEFIT
‘THEIR FIGHT IS OUR FIGHT’ TAKES PLACE THIS SUNDAY IN LOS ANGELES
(LOS ANGELES – 10/18) Responding in their own unique way to the plight of thousands of their kababayans affected by the twin – soon to be, triple – typhoon devastations in The Philippines, the Filipino American Mixed Martial Arts community is taking the fight for typhoon relief with THEIR FIGHT IS OUR FIGHT, a special fundraiser taking place Sunday, October 25 from 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. at Legends Mixed Martial Arts Training Center, 5176 Santa Monica Blvd. Hollywood, CA 90029.
The event, presented in conjunction with FilAm ARTS and SIPA, two established community non-profit organizations, is a veritable feast for Mixed Martial Arts practitioners and fans alike and brings together for the first time four top-ranked Filipino American Mixed Martial Artists in Brandon Vera, Mark Munoz, Shane Del Rosario and Romie Adanza each presenting exclusive high-level seminars and demonstrations of their specialties.
Additionally, popular UFC ring card model Arianny Celeste, featured on Spike TV’s “Ultimate Fighter,” will be on hand to meet fans and lend her support.
Tickets for the all-day seminars for participants are an all-inclusive $120. Non-participating spectators can attend to watch and take pictures for $5 admission.
“If you’re Pinoy and a fan of MMA, this event is an absolute must,” said event co-founder Tamara “Ms. RaRa” Suguitan. “Proceeds from the gate and merchandise will go directly to help our people.”
Added co-founder Paul Factora, “We – the participants included – were not immune to seeing our fellow Filipinos suffering. This event is our small way of letting them know that we stand by them through this all.”
The Participants:
Brandon ‘The Truth’ Vera – San Diego, CA
UFC Light-Heavyweight Contender – 11-3 Record.
Former WEC Heavyweight Champion.
2-time Pan American Jiu Jitsu Gold Medalist
8-time Grapplers Quest Champion
W.K.A. Muay Thai National Champion.
U.S. Olympic Wrestling Alternate
Brown Belt under Master Lloyd Irvin
Defeated former UFC Heavyweight Champion Frank Mir and was a challenger for the UFC Heavyweight title. Upcoming bout against UFC Legend Randy Couture on Nov 14.
Mark ‘The Philippine Wrecking Machine’ Munoz – Vallejo, CA
UFC Middleweight Contender – 6-1 Record.
2001 NCAA Div. 1 National Champion Wrestler
2-time NCAA All American – Oklahoma State University
Wrestling Coach at U.C. Davis
Member of The Blackhouse fight team alongside Anderson Silva, Lyoto Machida and Antonio Noguiera.
Shane ‘No Limits’ Del Rosario – Irvine, CA
Undefeated Strikeforce Light-Heavyweight Contender. 8-0
First ever WBO Heavyweight Muay Thai Champion
Current WBC Heavyweight Muay Thai Kickboxing Champion
Alternate Fighter for Spike TV’s -The Ultimate Fighter –Heavyweights.
Member of Team Oyama
Romie Adanza – Irvine, CA
25-2-2
US WBC Bantamweight Muay Thai Champion
IKKC International Bantamweight Muay Thai Champion
Team Oyama Muay Thai Trainer
Arianny Celeste
UFC Ring Girl
Ring Girl of the Year 2008
Nominated Ring Girl of the Year 2009
Additional Instructor announcements to come!!!
Proceeds from the seminars will go directly to Typhoon Ondoy, Parma and Lupit relief via Red Cross Philippines.
Seminar Events Schedule:
10:00-10:30 – Opening Ceremony - Warmup
10:30-12:00 – Brandon Vera – Jiu Jitsu for MMA - Seminar
12:00-1:00 – Lunchbreak - Group Pictures - Special Guest Announcements.
1:00-2:00 - Romy Adanza - Muay Thai Clinch Game -Workshop
2:00-3:00 - Shane Del Rosario – Muay Thai for MMA - Workshop
4:00-4:20 – Break – Pictures - Awards
4:20-5:50 – Mark Munoz – MMA Takedowns and Wrestling.
5:50-6:00 – Cool Down
6:00-6:30– Awards - Closing Ceremony. - Raffle Winners Announcement.
Schedule is subject to change upon additional instructor participation. For more information, please visit www.TheirFightIsOurFight.org.
FYI, our site is down for a few hours today. Will be back up this afternoon.
Thursday, October 1, 2009
Kimbo on TUF...
Here are my thoughts.
First off, I'm questioning if I'm going to continue to watch this season of The Ultimate Fighter because Kimbo lost his fight and cause the fight with Wes Shivers and James McSweeney was WACK! I can't believe these guys were picked to be on TUF when they couldn't even last one or two rounds in the octagon. At least they now know what they need to work on - Cardio!
Kimbo Slice really impressed me with his fight against Roy 'Big Country' Nelson. I couldn't believe I actually saw a leg kick coming from Kimbo. It's very exciting to see a fighter come from the streets into the professional sport of Mixed Martial Arts. Ever since I met Kimbo and his manager Icey Mike at AVN a few years ago, I've always been a Kimbo fan. It's funny cause once I told Icey Mike I was 'Miss Rara from the UG' he took me in with open arms inviting me to all their Reality Kings parties and fiascos. That's what I love about the MMA industry; its so small everyone knows each other, but once you're in - you're in!
I really liked how the producers focused on Kimbo's personality. You'd think he's a tough bully but the reality is, he's a normal guy. I loved how Kimbo was talking about how he had never been this connected with God in his life... how he had 'ENEMYS' but it was really his 'Inner Me' he was battling. How could you not like the guy after that?
WHAT I LOVED THE MOST ABOUT KIMBO ON TUF
I loved how he was rockin' the Tribute to Mask TapouT tee. Once I saw that, I thought to myself 'Kimbo respects the sport and the people who helped contribute to it'. Then I remembered running into him at Mask's funeral. (pic of us at Mask's funeral - http://www.combatlifestyle.com/pics/view_image.php?id=66430) R.I.P. Charles 'Mask' Lewis
Although he really needs to work on his ground game, I got all the love and respect for Kimbo because he loves fighting; he respects the sport. Kimbo right now is one of the most powerful men in MMA. Just think about it for a second....
First off, I'm questioning if I'm going to continue to watch this season of The Ultimate Fighter because Kimbo lost his fight and cause the fight with Wes Shivers and James McSweeney was WACK! I can't believe these guys were picked to be on TUF when they couldn't even last one or two rounds in the octagon. At least they now know what they need to work on - Cardio!
Kimbo Slice really impressed me with his fight against Roy 'Big Country' Nelson. I couldn't believe I actually saw a leg kick coming from Kimbo. It's very exciting to see a fighter come from the streets into the professional sport of Mixed Martial Arts. Ever since I met Kimbo and his manager Icey Mike at AVN a few years ago, I've always been a Kimbo fan. It's funny cause once I told Icey Mike I was 'Miss Rara from the UG' he took me in with open arms inviting me to all their Reality Kings parties and fiascos. That's what I love about the MMA industry; its so small everyone knows each other, but once you're in - you're in!
I really liked how the producers focused on Kimbo's personality. You'd think he's a tough bully but the reality is, he's a normal guy. I loved how Kimbo was talking about how he had never been this connected with God in his life... how he had 'ENEMYS' but it was really his 'Inner Me' he was battling. How could you not like the guy after that?
WHAT I LOVED THE MOST ABOUT KIMBO ON TUF
I loved how he was rockin' the Tribute to Mask TapouT tee. Once I saw that, I thought to myself 'Kimbo respects the sport and the people who helped contribute to it'. Then I remembered running into him at Mask's funeral. (pic of us at Mask's funeral - http://www.combatlifestyle.com/pics/view_image.php?id=66430) R.I.P. Charles 'Mask' Lewis
Although he really needs to work on his ground game, I got all the love and respect for Kimbo because he loves fighting; he respects the sport. Kimbo right now is one of the most powerful men in MMA. Just think about it for a second....
Tuesday, July 7, 2009
BJ Penn's mom hooked it up
Just playing around with my phone testing my blogger from my blackberry. Hope it works! :)
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