Posts tagged UFC 109
Phillipe Nover Released From UFC
Feb 11th
Just heard that Phillipe Nover was released from the UFC after losing a close fight with Rob Emerson at UFC 109. We had chance to interview Phillipe immediately after the fight and he was disappointed but still very positive about his future in the sport. We wish him the best and know he will be showing up at a major promotion in the very near future.
Good Weekend for New York Fighters
Feb 8th
Fighters from Team Bombsquad from Cortland and East West Combat from Syracuse both had successful trips down to the PA Championships in Harrisburg, PA this weekend. Despite being delayed a day due to the snowstorm that swept across the east coast, they walked away with three wins and one loss for the day. Mike Winters and Kenny Foster from the Bombsquad won split decisions, and Marc Gervais from East West Combat took home a victory by way of rear naked choke. The lone loss was Mike Geurin from the Bombsquad who was submitted by RNC. Unfortunately, Pat Bennett, the Bombsquad heavyweight from Syracuse, was unable to compete as his opponent was a no-show. As previously reported, Bombsquad’s Don Carlo-Clauss also walked away with a victory at XCFL this weekend, as did Matt Serra making it a good weekend for New York Fighters.
Rolles Gracie loses in his octagon debut
Feb 7th
They say you revert to what you know best when you’re under pressure. Rolles seemed to support that belief with his many attempts at takedowns during the bout. Obviously, he is most comfortable on the ground, which is where all of his mma wins have occured. Unfortunately, on this day, it was not to be. The many failed takedown attempts resulted in Rolles absorbing too many strikes. We know that wasn’t his plan but plans sometimes go out the window in pressure situations. He is a Gracie and and according to Renzo, he will be back. We believe it.
Ariel Helwani offers play by play analysis
Feb 7th
For anyone not fortunate enough to attend the events or watch them on TV, Helwani offers the next best thing: @ mmafighting.com, he does play by play with accurate analysis of the fights – real time. Check it out! Ariel has been called the best interviewer in MMA by none other than Dana White, so check out his work and stay on top of what’s happening during the fights.
Phillipe Nover classy in defeat
Feb 7th
Phillipe gave credit to his opponent, Rob Emerson, for his toughness and his trainers at Team Insight in Brooklyn for their guidance and hard work. Phillipe will be back at it after a time of rest and recuperation. Good luck Phillpe! We be out to see you and your team soon.
Jon Jones, Renzo Gracie and Josh Koscheck sign autographs at UFC 109 while Brandon Vera answers questions.
Jan 28th
According to mmamania, New Yorkers Jon Jones and Renzo Gracie along with Josh Koscheck will be available to sign autographs at the Mandalay Bay Events Center in LV from 1-3 p.m. on Feb. 5. Brandon Vera will be doing a Q & A from 2-3 p.m. Weigh-ins are free, but if you want an autograph on your T-shirt, shorts, hoodie, etc., you have to join the UFC Fight Club @ ufc.com. Do it!
