Cage Wars 27 Poster

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Sherdog Examines MMA in New York

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Sherdog has turned its lens toward the MMA scene in New York, and the first part of their ongoing series of articles on the subject examines a bit of what's been going on with the legislative process and the hold-up in the Assembly. The broad strokes are nothing you have seen before, but Sherdog digs a little deeper and gets some decent quotes. 

For instance, there's this gem from UFC COO Ike Lawrence Epstein, who talks about his interactions with Assembly Speaker Sheldon Silver:

Trouble Brewing in MMA's Wild West?

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Someone very much attuned to the amateur MMA scene in New York State - and clearly someone very fed up with what they've seen firsthand - posted this on their Facebook today. Take from it what you will.

Cage Fury Fighting Championship Creates Another Star

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One of the most important roles a regional promotion plays is in the creation of stars, and this past weekend, Cage Fury Fighting Championship did their part perfectly. Watch the video below of lightweight stud Paul Felder in action. Then throw CFFC some respect for being the platform that these local heroes can do their thing upon.

TNT Fight Series Poster

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And The Answer to Yesterday's Million Dollar Question Is...

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Yesterday I came across the above poster advertising two pro fighters on an amateur MMA card in Upstate New York. I reached out to the promoter, and this is the response I got this morning:

CFFC 38 Primer: Jay Isip Is a Legend

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Gather 'round kids and I'll tell you the story of Jerome "Jay" Isip, one of the Northeast MMA scene's pioneers and a dude who defined the term "nonstop, crazy action" for generations of fighters to come.

Like many of his contemporaries, Jay was forged in the seminal crucible of combat known as BAMA Fight Night, where he'd overwhelm opponents by doing about 20 things for every one thing they did. If you picture in your mind The Tasmanian Devil (but with well-coiffed hair), then you've got a snapshot of Jay.

It Will Be Great When the New York State Athletic Commission Regulates MMA...

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In theory at least, it should be a good thing when the New York State Athletic Commission starts regulating and overseeing mixed martial arts. After all, they handle boxing, and they do stuff like this.

Why Is This New York MMA Show Advertising Pro Fighters?

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Oh this? It's just a poster for an amateur MMA/boxing card slated for tomorrow night in a town near Albany, N.Y., and pictured are two pro fighters.

Granted, the poster is a month old, and according to Mervin Rodriquez's Facebook he's fighting at the next Ring of Combat (worth noting: I know Mervin - he's a very cool dude). But it made me curious. I've since messaged the promoter about this. Hopefully, he gets back to me.

Muay Thai Challenge 25 Poster

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ICYMI, Here's the Last Gladius Fights

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Do you remember what life was like before YouTube? I do, because it involved me driving to countless MMA shows just so I could report on what happened. But that's all changed now thanks to advances in technology and the power of the Internet, so instead of me trekking on up to Liverpool, N.Y. (and I literally have no idea where exactly that could be) to see Gladius Fights last weekend, you and I both can kick back, relax, and watch the event a few days later from the comfort of our own homes. Enjoy!

Throwback Thursday: Fedor in New York City

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 ...And sometimes Fedor Emelianenko would just drop by to say "hello" and borrow a cup of sugar for his borscht...

Fun Facts Gleaned From the Zuffa vs. New York Lawsuit

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The latest round of documents filed in the Zuffa vs. New York State lawsuit has yielded a treasure trove of heretofore unknown facts, which is to be expected, since we're now past the discovery phase and arguments have been firmed up by the testimony put forth in the various depositions. So let's jump right in to these facts, shall we?

Throwback Thursday: Remember When These Guys Fought?

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I'll give you a clue: it was a long time ago.

(Also, you can just look at the credential hanging around Robbie's neck.)

Bad Intentions Poster

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Watch the Latest East Coast MMA Show Featuring an Old Chute Boxe Trainer

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I bet you didn't know that we have a former coach from the revered Chute Boxe school teaching at a spot out in Howard Beach, Queens, did you? Well we do, and his name is Grand Master Edmar dos Santos. Alongside Manny Martinez of Sadistic Athletics, Dos Santos was a guest on last night's East Coast MMA Show last night, and the old school Brazilian trainer regaled us with tales of what it was like at the Curitiba academy that spawned the likes of Wanderlei Silva, Anderson Silva and the Rua brothers.

Definitely check it out.

NYFE 4 Poster

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Cage Fury Fighting Championships Highlight Reel

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Another weekend without any UFC action approaches, but Saturday night won't be without its fistic delights. In Atlantic City, N.J., the Cage Fury Fighting Championships will be having its thirty-eighth installment, and, well, CFFCs are always a good time.

Here's a look at a highlight reel from CFFC 35.

MMAPayout's Perspective on the Latest in the Zuffa vs. New York Case

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MMAPayout has cast a discerning eye towards the current round of filings in the Zuffa vs. New York lawsuit, and their perspective as to the possible outcomes is worth considering. Here's the gist of it:

New York State Changes Legal Tactic in Lawsuit, Goes the Science Fiction Route

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The latest - and hopefully final - round of motions in the Zuffa vs. New York lawsuit has finally dropped, and it appears the State has changed their legal tactics to incorporate some serious science fiction.

In dueling motions for summary judgment (which, in layman's terms, are motions asking the judge to rule on the case right now), attorneys for Zuffa (et al.) argue that the State has a long history of being confused about how to interpret the "combative sports" law and what it bans.