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Showtime Looking To Acquire ProElite Inc.
Showtime Networks is making moves, including filing with the SEC(Securities and Exchange Commision), to begin formal negotiations aimed at acquiring ProElite Inc, the parent company for EliteXC, King of the Cage, Cage Rage and ICON Sports. Here’s the filing quote: Showtime failed to return any calls, but look for an official statement soon. Showtime Networks is making moves, including filing with the SEC(Securities and Exchange Commision), to begin formal negotiations aimed at acquiring...   [read the full post]

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This Week

 

Rate Television Preview of tonight’s ShoXC event from Hammond, Indiana

Original at Five Ounces of Pain external link    Fri, Oct 10

By Sam Caplan Two weeks ago EliteXC held what many critics considered to be the best in their installment of ShoXC events to date. The event, which featured Wilson Reis winning the vacant EliteXC bantamweight (140 lbs.) title against King of the Cage flyweight (135 lbs.) champion Abel Cullum, was a stron...

Rate Dean Lister Seminar in Savannah

Original at The Savannah MMA Report external link    Wed, Oct 8

It is worth noting that one of Lister’s MMA losses is against Nathan Marquardt whom Lister submitted in the 2003 ADCC tournament. Dean Lister was a King of the Cage middleweight champion, and defended his title several times before ...

Rate Herman-Schall Headlines Saturday ShoXC

Original at MMA on Tap external link    Wed, Oct 8

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By John Chandler Additional main card bouts will feature banished ‘TUF’ competitor Jason Guida making his EliteXC debut against Mamed Khalidows and King of the Cage welterweight champion Anthony Lapsley taking on Mike Stumpf. Continue reading "Herman-Schall Headlines Saturday ShoXC"

Rate 10 Questions With Keith Berry (10/8/2008)

Original at darrickpatrick's Xanga external link    Wed, Oct 8

Darrick: How did you end up competing in professional mixed martial arts? Keith: I've loved MMA every since I went to my first King Of The Cage and I've always been competitive, so I just started with smoker fights and got into KOTC. ...

Past Two Weeks

 

Rate ‘EliteXC: Heat’ — Beatdown by Beatdown

Original at Cage Potato external link    Sat, Oct 4

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By ben Get this: At about 6:20 p.m. ET, MMA Rated passed along the word that Ken Shamrock sustained a cut above his eye in the last 24 hours while training, forcing him to pull out of tonight’s main event against Kimbo Slice. Frank Shamrock — who is handling commentary tonight for CBS — actually volunt...

Rate No Mercy card takes larger stage

Original at Gary Post Tribune external link    Fri, Oct 3

 IN - Delprado is prepping for a King of the Cage title match Nov. 26 in Mount Pleasant, Mich., the winner of which will be given a pro contract. Though MMA would ...

Rate Duane Ludwig seeks to pay back Sam Morgan at tonight's Strikeforce

Original at MMAjunkie.com external link    Fri, Oct 3

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 OH - Ludwig has fought the best MMA has to offer in his storied career. A veteran of the UFC, K-1, Sengoku, Strikeforce and King of the Cage, Ludwig believes he ...

Rate ‘Bang’, Trigg, ‘Karate Hottie’ Set to Do Battle at Tonight’s Strikeforce ShowVideo included in this story.  Click to view.

Original at Cage Potato external link    Fri, Oct 3

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By ben Just two weeks after holding their second show at the Playboy Mansion, Strikeforce is putting on another exciting MMA card, this time at the Broomfield Event Center in Broomfield, Colorado; you can watch the action live tonight on HDNet beginning at 10 p.m. ET / 7 p.m. PT. Headlining the festiv...

Rate Grant seeks another title shot at TKO 35

Original at Sportsnet.ca external link    Fri, Oct 3

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 Canada - While Grant, five-foot-11, has fought all over the country for King of the Cage, a chance to compete for TKO in 2007 was a welcome offer, and he is having a ...

Rate MMA Update: A busy month

Original at Victorville Daily Press external link    Fri, Oct 3

 CA - Lopez will be fighting Fernando Gonzales for the King of the Cage light heavyweight title. Legere will be taking on veteran fighter and former King of the ...

Rate A newly sober Don Frye ready for another run at big time

Original at MMAjunkie.com external link    Thu, Oct 2

 OH - Instead Frye, a veteran of the UFC, PRIDE, K-1, DEEP and King of the Cage, will focus on alternate paths to the MMA forefront as he plays out the remainder ...

Rate Evangelista Making Rapid Ascent Up MMA Ladder

Original at Sherdog.com external link    Wed, Oct 1    4 related articles

 - Undefeated in seven bouts, his most recent victories have come by split decision against K-1 Hero’s and King of the Cage veteran Nam Phan and by knockout ...

Past Month

 

Rate DREAM 6: Jimmy Ambriz vs. Sergei Kharitonov (Video)

Original at MMA Madness external link    Sat, Sep 27

In our latest MMAjunkie.com and HDNet's DREAM.6 video release, we take a look at a heavyweight bout of Jimmy Ambriz vs. Sergei Kharitonov. Ambriz, a last-second addition to the card, took on PRIDE veteran Kharitonov. Ambriz stepped in on extremely short notice after Siala "Mighty Mo" Siliga...

Rate Poulin earns victory in MMA debut

Original at Timmins Daily Press external link    Sat, Sep 27

 Canada - Now with a victory under his belt, Poulin is hoping to gain a few more, possibly with the TKO promotion in Quebec or King of the Cage in Calgary. ...

Rate ProElite “Champions of Cage” Series Debuts on FSN This Sunday Night

Original at MMAPayout.com external link    Fri, Sep 26    1 related articles

By robnashville LOS ANGELES, Sep 26, 2008 — ProElite, Inc. said today that its four-part EliteXC “Champions of the Cage” series premiers this Sunday at 9:00 pm on the Fox Sports Network (FSN). The new series of Sunday night mixed martial arts (MMA) telecasts continues through October 19, culminating with...

Rate Mark Bocek vs. Alvin Robinson Added To UFC 91

Original at MMAFrenzy.com external link    Wed, Sep 24    5 related articles

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By Kris Karkoski A lightweight both between Alvin Robinson (9-3) and Mark Bocek (5-2) is the latest fight to be added to UFC 91 on November 15th in Las Vegas. Bocek, a TKO and King of the Cage veteran, is 1-2 inside the octagon, dropping matchups with Mac Danzig and Frank Edgar while earning his lone victory ov...

Rate Affliction & ProElite business strategy

Original at Bloody Elbow external link    Mon, Sep 22

By Bruz First and foremost is the elimination of all these smaller organizations under the same ownership.  By combining the rosters of Affliction + EliteXC + King of the Cage + Cage Rage into one organization ("the new EliteXC"), you automatically have an MMA superpower on your hands.

Rate Showtime in talks to purchase Pro Elite

Original at MMAmania.com external link    Fri, Sep 19

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By James Iannotti Whatever the case may be, it’s becoming apparent how difficult it is for the little guys to survive as organizations in mixed martial arts. And despite Showtime’s apparent attempt to salvage its investment, Pro Elite may already be a sinking ship.

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Rate Showtime Looking To Acquire ProElite Inc.

Original at The MMA News external link    Thu, Sep 18

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By Chart Topper Showtime Networks is making moves, including filing with the SEC(Securities and Exchange Commision), to begin formal negotiations aimed at acquiring ProElite Inc, the parent company for EliteXC, King of the Cage, Cage Rage and ICON Sports. Here’s the filing quote: Showtime failed to return any calls, but look for an official statement soon. Showtime Networks is making moves, including filing with the SEC(Securities and Exchange Commision), to begin formal negotiations aimed at acquiring ProElite Inc, the parent company for EliteXC, King of the Cage, Cage Rage and ICON Sports. The only surprise is who’s looking to buy ProElite, as most MMA insiders assumed that a major infusion [...]   [read the full post]

Rate Update on Mac Danzig vs. Clay Guida

Original at Impact Wrestling external link    Mon, Sep 15

 - The former King of the Cage champion understands that all too well. “Beating him puts me a in a really good position in my career. ...

August of 2008

 

Rate Miller to make UFC debut at 'Fight Night 15'

Original at FOXSports.com external link    Mon, Aug 25

 - The "Victory Fighting Championships" and "King of the Cage" veteran defeated UFC fighter Jason MacDonald via split decision at a King of the Cage: Edmonton ...

Rate Cage Rage: The Superstar Collection

Original at ugo.com external link    Mon, Aug 25

 NY - Fans have probably seen plenty of the mega-sets from the King of the Cage promotion. This is different. Instead of bad fights with guys you've never heard ...

Rate EliteXC’s ‘Impending Doom’ Averted for Now

Original at Sherdog.com external link    Fri, Aug 22

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By lhunt@sherdog.com (lhunt@sherdog.com (Loretta Hunt)) Nearly nineteen months into operation, Pro Elite -- the parent organization to EliteXC, ShoXC, King of the Cage, Cage Rage, and ICON events Though its coveted spots on CBS and Showtime rival any other broadcast deals currently enjoyed in the sport, it’s unlikely any promotion is enviou...

Rate A JOKER WITH TWO GOOD HANDSVideo included in this story.  Click to view.

Original at yacman1's ProElite.com external link    Thu, Aug 21

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By yacman1 At the recent King of the Cage event entitled, "Bio Hazard", a strong fight card was headlined by a rematch between Aaron 'Slam' Wetherspoon (former Welterweight Champion) and Anthony 'The Recipe' Lapsley (The New KOTC Welterweight Champ). Their first fight, a great battle, ended on a c...

Rate A JOKER WITH TWO GOOD HANDS

Original at Bleacher Report external link    Thu, Aug 21

By Ron Yacovetti At the recent King of the Cage event entitled, "Bio Hazard", a strong fight card was headlined by a rematch between Aaron 'Slam' Wetherspoon (former Welterweight Champion) and Anthony 'The Recipe' Lapsley (The New KOTC Welterweight ...

Rate TUF 8: The Standouts and Dark Horses

Original at Bleacher Report external link    Tue, Aug 19

By Kevin Curran Brandon Garner takes the third pick mainly because of hist KOTC experience and his win over Jason Dent in impressive fashion, taking only a little over two minutes to submit him. This shows great ground game that has always been good to ...

Rate Pro Elite Inc. Could be in Big Trouble

Original at Bleacher Report external link    Sat, Aug 16

By Jaime Moreno There is a number of report that Pro Elite Inc. the parent company of EliteXC, Cage Rage, KOTC and others could be in some serious trouble. Late Thursday night Five Ounces of Pain.com reported ...

Rate ShoXC Review: Hamman avenges first career loss

Original at MMAFighting.com external link    Sat, Aug 16

 IL - Berry is the current King of the Cage Middleweight Champion and wants to be an emergency room RN after his fighting days are over. ...

Rate Knockouts, cartwheels and cancellations? What's going on with ...

Original at Houston Chronicle external link    Sat, Aug 16

By Jared Barnes 16 according to MMA Weekly.com. ProElite owns Cage Rage, as well as other mixed martial arts brands, including King of the Cage, Spirit MC, Rumble on the Rock, and Icon Sport. Despite 2 cancellations in as many days, Five Ounces of Pain ...

Rate 3 reasons to watch ShoXC: Suganuma vs. Hamman 2 tonight

Original at Houston Chronicle external link    Fri, Aug 15

By Jared Barnes Purcel boasts a 4-1 record in MMA and is 4-0 in unmodified fights. Like tattoos? Check out Purcel's. 3. King of the Cage title fight - In a King of the Cage showcase fight, middleweight KOTC champion Keith Berry will defend his title ...

Rate Official MMA Partner of

Original at MMAjunkie.com external link    Fri, Aug 8

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 OH - In a King of the Cage showcase fight, middleweight title-holder and 20-year-old Keith Berry (7-2) will defend his KOTC belt against challenger Ray Lizama ...

July of 2008

 

Rate King Of The Cage, Elite XC, And Booyaa International To Host Ring ... - Press Media Wire

Original at Press Media Wire external link    Fri, Jul 25

King Of The Cage, Elite XC, And Booyaa International To Host Ring ... Press Release), VA - King Of The Cage, founded in 1998 by President Terry Trebilcock, who has given rise to some of the top stars in MMA today. ProElite.com delivers the most ...

Rate Grassroots MMA: Launching the Ultimate Victory Challenge

Original at MMAjunkie.com external link    Fri, Jul 11

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 OH - Jason knows the people and the area really well, and Rick had been to almost all of my fights from King of the Cage to the UFC, so he had a pretty good idea ...

Rate Talking art with Dana Dickeson

Original at herenb.canadaeast.com external link    Thu, Jul 10

 Canada - Last month he fought in King of the Cage, a tournament held in Montreal, where he was successful in achieving a first round TKO. ...

Rate Getting to Know ProElite Promoter Terry Trebilcock

Original at news's ProElite.com external link    Mon, Jul 7

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By news Starting on a dusty tennis court, Trebilcock soon made a deal with a local casino and started playing to sold-out houses. Seeing a real opportunity, he contacted casinos in other areas and within just a few years was promoting nearly 30 shows a year. Branching out to international markets a...

Rate Joe Daddy's Home

Original at Sherdog.com external link    Thu, Jul 3

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 - However, once he made a name for himself as a King of the Cage and Gladiator Challenge champion, goals developed. It went from wanting his hand raised to ...

Year 2008

 

Rate Jul 19, 2008 - KOTC - Rock Solid

Original at Sherdog.com external link    Fri, Jun 27    2 related articles

By King Of The Cage By King Of The Cage on Thursday, June 26, 2008 KOTC - Rock Solid (King Of The Cage) on 7/19/2008.

Rate Bookings a Poppin’: Barnett, Monson, Koscheck + More

Original at MMA Factor » Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira external link    Thu, Apr 24

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— Speaking of Adrenaline MMA, Monte Cox has been scurrying around trying to fill its first card. Besides Monson/Russow, the June 14th show is expected to feature IFL vet Bart Palaszewski taking on King of the Cage/UFC vet Jeff Cox, and ex-UFC fighter/boxer Terry Martin taking on Daiju Tak...

Rate KOTC Vet Reggie Orr Chosen for “The Ultimate Fighter 7″

Original at MMAjunkie.com external link    Wed, Feb 13

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By MMA Junkie Aaron Meisner (3-0 MMA, 0-0 UFC)Reggie Orr (4-5-1 MMA, 0-0 UFC)Jeremiah Riggs (1-0 MMA, 0-0 UFC)David Roberts (5-7 MMA, 0-1 UFC)Amir Sadollah (0-0 MMA, 0-0 UFC) Brandon Sene (2-0 MMA, 0-0 UFC)Dan Simmler (0-0 MMA, 0-0 UFC)Jesse Taylor (6-2 MMA, 0-0 UFC) Luke Zachrich (7-1 MMA, 0-0 UFC)

Rate MMA blogosphere showcase (Week 3)

Original at The Swamp external link    Sat, Feb 2

While UFC 81 dominated coverage this past week, there were plenty of other topics being covered by MMA bloggers. Let's get right to the links: John Chandler, MMAonTap.com: KOTC lightweight champ Joe Comacho discusses Thomas Denny win, calls out Roger Huerta, and more

Rate Quinton Jackson’s Buddy David Roberts Picked for “The Ultimate Fighter 7″

Original at MMAjunkie.com external link    Tue, Jan 29

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By MMA Junkie The man who introduced Quinton “Rampage” Jackson to the world of mixed martial arts could now find himself being coached by the UFC light heavyweight champion. Matt Brown (7-6 MMA, 0-0 UFC) Steve Byrnes (6-1 MMA, 0-1 UFC) C.B. Dollaway (6-0 MMA, 0-0 UFC) Brandon Sene (2-0 MMA, 0-0 UFC)

Rate Luke Zachrich Tapped for “The Ultimate Fighter 7″

Original at MMAjunkie.com external link    Fri, Jan 25

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By MMA Junkie Cincinnati-based fighter Luke Zachridge (7-1 MMA, 0-0 UFC) has been chosen as a cast member for “The Ultimate Fighter,” a source close to the fighter recently told MMAjunkie.com (www.mmajunkie.com). His only career loss was to undefeated Danny Ruiz (5-0).

Rate Joe Riggs vs. Joey Villasenor at March 29 Strikeforce Event

Original at MMAjunkie.com external link    Fri, Jan 18

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By MMA Junkie The 25-year-old Riggs debuted with the UFC in 2004 and tallied a 4-4 record in the organization. However, after a December 2006 loss to Diego Sanchez, UFC executives wanted to transition Riggs into the WEC, the UFC’s sister promotion. Instead, he left the organization and signed a non-exc...

Rate Report: Mac Danzig vs. Marc Bocek at UFC 84

Original at MMAjunkie.com external link    Mon, Jan 14

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By MMA Junkie “The Ultimate Fighter 6” cast member Mac Danzig (17-4-1 MMA, 1-0 UFC) will return to action for the first time since defeating Tommy Speer at the show’s live finale to take on Mark Bocek (5-1 MMA, 1-1 UFC). The fight takes place at UFC 84, which is slated for Montreal’s Bell Centre on April 19.

Rate Tommy Speer vs. Anthony Johnson Likely for UFC Fight Night 13

Original at MMAjunkie.com external link    Fri, Jan 11

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By MMA Junkie “The Ultimate Fighter 6” runner-up Tommy Speer (9-2 MMA, 0-1 UFC), a former WEC fighter who was submitted by Mac Danzig in the show’s live finale last month, is expected to fight Anthony Johnson (4-1 MMA, 1-1 UFC) at UFC Fight Night 13, an event that takes place April 2 — likely in Denver, Col...

Rate ProElite CEO Doug DeLuca comments on Melvin Costa controversy

Original at Five Ounces of Pain external link    Thu, Oct 18

By Sam Caplan After contacting EliteXC live events president Gary Shaw earlier in the day, FiveOuncesOfPain.com was able to reach ProElite CEO Doug DeLuca to get his public response to the recent controversy surrounding King of the Cage fighter Melvin Costa.

Rate Uprising preview: Can EliteXC compete with UFC?

Original at The Swamp external link    Sat, Sep 15

Pro Elite, the parent company of EliteXC, started off strong by recognizing that a TV deal is essential for a league to survive.  The company procured a deal with premium cable channel Showtime right out of the gate.  Since then, the company has also been open-minded in working with other co...

Rate Wetherspoon out of Friday’s match vs. Metcalf

Original at MMA Factor » Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira external link    Thu, Jul 26    1 related articles

FiveOuncesOfPain.com has learned that the unification match for the Gladiator Challenge and King of the Cage welterweight titles between Jeremiah Metcalf and Aaron Wetherspoon scheduled for Friday’s debut ShoXC card on Showtime is off.

Year 2006

 

Rate Podcast: "Beatdown" with TJ De Santis Episode 26

Original at Sherdog.com external link    Sun, Mar 12

the first legal mixed martial arts event in the Golden State"s history. Sherdog.com editor Josh Gross the future of MMA in his state. Garcia talks about the number of MMA cards he expects to be promoted in California Step up and get "Beatdown" on the Sherdog Radio Network!

Year 2005

 

Rate King of the Cage features Robbie Lawler

Original at MMA Ring Report external link    Mon, Sep 5

UFC vets highlight first KOTC in IndianapolisBetween them, Robbie Lawler and Gideon Ray have fought nine times in the Ultimate Fighting Championship. On Saturday, Sept. 17, the two sluggers will each fight for the first time in King of the Cage. KOTC's Xtreme Edge is scheduled Sept. 17...


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