MMA
Johnson retains flyweight title at UFC 178
Demetrious Johnson retained his flyweight title last weekend at UFC 178, submitting Chris Cariaso in the second round.
UFC cuts Silva, suspends Johnson after abuse claim
The UFC has suspended light heavyweight Anthony Johnson indefinitely and terminated Thiago Silva’s contract.
Chuvalo says boxing lacks excitement of yesteryear
George Chuvalo fought the best boxers of his day. He looks around at today’s heavyweights and forgive him if he’s bored.
Women’s MMA back in spotlight on UFC reality show
When Carla Esparza and Jessica Penne agreed to spend several weeks of the summer sequestered in a house with 14 fellow mixed martial artists, they didn’t do it because it sounded like fun.
Ring Girl: 9/12/14
Yet another local fighter has made it into the UFC. A huge congratulations to Ewa Beach’s Kailin Curran, whose professional record currently stands at 3-0.
Body Hook
This is a shot you will be seeing more and more in MMA as boxing skills are elevated.
Ring Girl: 9/5/14
Check out Joey VonBlankenburg Sept. 26 at Aloha Stadium for an X-1 World Events bout.
Omoplata Toe Hold
You have several options once you get to the omoplata position. One is to try to finish the bent arm lock submission by sitting up, securing the opponent’s waist, and lifting your hips.
Lashley trades wrestling for shot at MMA glory
Bobby Lashley has shaved Vince McMahon bald and speared a guy named Samoa Joe. He can surely entertain in mixed martial arts.
Ring Girl: 8/29/14
According to Albert Cambra, he has no specialty, but he continues to train his heart out to become as well rounded as possible.
