The Godfather’s of MMA. Pittsburgh is the birthplace of modern mixed martial arts… Although MMA has roots in ancient history, this is the first “organized” league of MMA competitions in American history. The contests pitted grapplers, kickboxers, wrestlers, martial artists, and all around “Tough Guys” against each other. The fighters could win by knockout, submission, [...]
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Godfather’s of MMA (Mixed Martial Arts in Pittsburgh -1979)
Posted by on January 16th, 2010
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No Comments »UFN 20 Bonuses: Harris, Dunham, Simpson, Lawlor Earn $30K
Posted by on January 14th, 2010
UFN 20 Bonuses: Harris, Dunham, Simpson, Lawlor Earn $30K Gerald Harris benefitted from a lean night of finishes in his UFC debut. The International Fight League veteran pocketed a $30,000 “Knockout of the Night” bonus after he stopped fellow Octagon newcomer John Salter with third-round elbows and punches at UFC Fight Night 20 on Monday [...]
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