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SUN Returns to Harrah's Grand Casino Resort for Start of "GI Vs PRO" MMA Tour Market Wire - April 17, 2008 9:01 AM ET
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SUN Sports & Entertainment Inc. (PINKSHEETS: SSPE) announced today that ART OF WAR, Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) fighting returns to the Grand Casino Resort Tunica, on Saturday, April 19th at 8:00 pm.
Following a successful inaugural event produced by SUN at the Harrah's Grand Casino Resort last October 19, 2007, ART OF WAR is back -- this time with the innovative team concept "GI Vs PRO." The nationally televised event will be aired on Fox Sports Net (FSN) at a later date.
Nine, three-round fights are scheduled to start at 8:00 pm. Seven bouts consists of a military (active or former) mixed martial artist taking on professional MMA fighters. Army Ranger Damien Stelly (8-2, Lafayette, LA) faces UFC and WEC veteran Ron Faircloth (27-12, Stoughton, WI) in the main event.
Iraq war veteran Nick Agallar serves as captain for the "GI" Team. Agallar was 11-3 in MMA action before leaving on a 16-month tour in Iraq. UFC and Pride Fighting star Chris Brennan will captain the "PRO" Team.
According to Agallar, his GIs will be ready to make a statement as they step in against the PROs. "Our GI Team is ready to show we have the greatest hand-to-hand combat fighters in the world," he said. "And what better way to prove that than to go head-to-head with some of the best MMA fighters in the world. We look forward to representing the armed forces and showcasing some of our greatest warriors."
For Brennan, his PRO Team knows they are in for a true test. "No doubt the GI Team has some very tough MMA fighters," he noted. "I know that Staff Sergeant (Damien) Stelly is one of the toughest young middleweights in the world and I fully expect him to give Ron (Faircloth) a rough fight in the main event."
Several Mid South area fighters will be participating on the PRO team. Memphis fighters David Brown and Chris Hawk, both AOW 4 vets, will see action on the card. Brown, (2-1) will take on GI Jon Meyer (4-1, Piqua, OH) in a Welterweight fight. Hawk (4-1) is set to challenge the Army's Darrell Schoonover (2-0, El Paso, TX).
Little Rock's Mike Wessel (4-1) and GI Patrick Castillo (4-2, Copperas Cove, TX) will also square off in a heavyweight contest. Wessel, who won his main event contest at October's ART OF WAR event in Tunica, is a former professional football player and strength and conditioning coach for the Arkansas Razorbacks.
MMA vets Chris Gates, (9-4, Pontoloc, MS) will face Tom Jones (16-6, Tulsa, OK), and Bill Collins (Memphis, TN) will fight Ryan McClain (Tulsa, OK) in undercard matches.
Show Partners EVP Larry Rogers stated, "We are ready to produce one of the most exciting and entertaining nights in MMA designed to deliver a knock out production for all the fans."
Tickets for GI Vs PRO are priced from $25 to $100. Tickets are available online at www.ticketmaster.com or by phone at the Grand Tunica Box Office 901.525.1515.
ABOUT GRAND CASINO TUNICA
Grand Casino Tunica is the largest casino resort between Las Vegas and Atlantic City. The resort was voted "Best Overall Casino Hotel by Casino Player magazine in 2006. The Grand Casino Tunica, offers 24-hour gaming action in the largest casino between Las Vegas and Atlantic City, 140,000 square feet of exciting gaming in four uniquely themed gaming areas. There's something for everybody -- high-payout slots, table games, a non-smoking gaming area, and Total Rewards(R) casino loyalty program offering members the flexibility they want and the recognition they deserve. For more information on the Grand Casino Resort Tunica, please visit: www.GrandTunica.com.
ABOUT SUN:
SUN (www.sunorganization.com) is a Professional Sports & Entertainment Production Company that produces world class Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) Events under the brands: Art of War LIVE (www.artofwarLIVE.com), The USA MMA Men's National Team (www.teamUSAmma.com), UNDERGROUND Cage Fighting (www.undergroundcagefighting.com), Steel Cage Promotions (www.steelecage.com), and the International Fighting Organization (IFO), a governing body for MMA in Nevada. The company also created the International Fighters Association (IFA), a non-profit based in Luxemburg that ranks, rates and sanctions professional MMA Fights.
ABOUT SHOW PARTNERS:
Show Partners is a professional services company that offers national broadcast, cable and corporate clients an effective, single-source provider of high-value production, operations and engineering solutions. Founded in 1985, Show Partners is highly regarded by clients such as FOX, CBS Sports, NBC, Universal and SPEED for our ability to design, execute and manage complex shows, many with unique and challenging constraints. For more information, visit www.ShowPartners.com or contact us via phone at (321) 257-1850 x226 or email: sales*ShowPartners.com. Show Partners(R) is a registered trademark of Gold Star Communications, Inc., other product and company names mentioned herein may be trademarks and/or registered trademarks of their respective companies.
Safe Harbor Statement -- This release includes forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933 and Section 27E of the Securities Act of 1934. Statements contained in this release that are not historical facts may be deemed to be forward-looking statements. Investors are cautioned that forward-looking statements are inherently uncertain. Actual performance and results may differ materially from that projected or suggested herein due to certain risks and uncertainties including, without limitation, ability to obtain financing and regulatory and shareholder approvals for anticipated actions. Such statements are based on management's current expectations and are subject to certain factors, risks and uncertainties that may cause actual results, events and performance to differ materially from those referred to or implied by such statements. In addition, actual or future results may differ materially from those anticipated depending on a variety of factors, including continued maintenance of favorable license arrangements, success of market research identifying new product opportunities, successful introduction of new products, continued product innovation, sales and earnings growth, ability to attract and retain key personnel, and general economic conditions affecting consumer spending. Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date hereof. SUN Sports & Entertainment Inc. does not intend to update any of the forward-looking statements after the date of this release to conform these statements to actual results or to changes in its expectations, except as may be required by law.
SUN Contact Clyde Gentry Chief Operating Officer Tel: 972.267.4300 X 12 cgentry*sunorganization.com
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Sun Announces New Chief Operating Officer, and New Director of Corporate Affairs and Legal Market Wire - April 16, 2008 9:02 AM ET
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SUN Sports and Entertainment Inc. (PINKSHEETS: SSPE) announced today the addition of Clyde Gentry III as Chief Operating Officer and Bruce Scambler as Director of Corporate Affairs and Legal.
Prior to joining SUN, Mr. Gentry completed a feature film as director and writer for the globalization documentary, CORPOCRACY, which examines the effects of free trade on the American Middle Class. Prior to working on the film, Mr. Gentry has spent nearly 10 years in the Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) field.
In 2000, he authored the first book on the history of the sport, NO HOLDS BARRED, which has been published multiple times. In 2001, he became Editor in Chief of ULTIMATE ATHLETE, a feature magazine on the sport. After matchmaking three events under the UA banner, Mr. Gentry co-produced VENOM, a new concept for the sport in conjunction with John "Spider" Salley of NBA fame.
In 2005, he co-produced FREEDOM FIGHT 2005: USA vs. Canada, the first prime time event to ever air in North America. Mr. Gentry also authored the first book on action star Jackie Chan in 1997.
"I've watched this sport grow from day one and have been part of that growth in numerous capacities," said Gentry. "With SUN's new direction and business plan, I'm in a great position to apply my expertise to create real brand value and look forward to building towards our success."
SUN also added Bruce J. Scambler, Director of Corporate Affairs and Legal. Mr. Scambler is a CPA with over 28 years of business experience. He has been an Officer and Director of numerous public companies in the United States and the United Kingdom in the past 20 plus years. Scambler stated, "I'm delighted to help play a role in the continued growth and expansion strategies of SUN and their numerous MMA properties."
Mr. Scambler received a degree in law from Bristol University, Bristol, England, and an MBA from Strathclyde Graduate Business School in Glasgow, Scotland. He served as a pilot officer in the Royal Air Force from 1977-1979. His community involvement includes working as a Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA), Board Member Court Appointed Special Advocates, and is a Lay Reader with All Souls Episcopal Church.
ABOUT SUN:
SUN (www.sunorganization.com) is a Professional Sports & Entertainment Production Company that produces world class Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) Events under the brand; Art of War LIVE (www.artofwarLIVE.com) The USA MMA Men's National Team (www.teamUSAmma.com), UNDERGROUND Cage Fighting (www.undergroundcagefighting.com), Steel Cage Promotions, (www.steelecage.com) and the International Fighting Organization (IFO) a governing body for MMA in Nevada. The company also created the International Fighters Association (IFA), a non-profit based in Luxemburg that ranks, rates and sanctions professional MMA Fights.
Safe Harbor Statement -- This release includes forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933 and Section 27E of the Securities Act of 1934. Statements contained in this release that are not historical facts may be deemed to be forward-looking statements. Investors are cautioned that forward-looking statements are inherently uncertain. Actual performance and results may differ materially from that projected or suggested herein due to certain risks and uncertainties including, without limitation, ability to obtain financing and regulatory and shareholder approvals for anticipated actions. Such statements are based on management's current expectations and are subject to certain factors, risks and uncertainties that may cause actual results, events and performance to differ materially from those referred to or implied by such statements. In addition, actual or future results may differ materially from those anticipated depending on a variety of factors, including continued maintenance of favorable license arrangements, success of market research identifying new product opportunities, successful introduction of new products, continued product innovation, sales and earnings growth, ability to attract and retain key personnel, and general economic conditions affecting consumer spending. Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date hereof. SUN Sports & Entertainment Inc. does not intend to update any of the forward-looking statements after the date of this release to conform these statements to actual results or to changes in its expectations, except as may be required by law.
Media Contact Lester Bedford The Bedford Agency Tel: 817.296.4546 wlbedford*aol.com
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SOURCE: SUN Sports & Entertainment Inc. Apr 21, 2008 09:00 ET SUN Completes First Event of New GI vs. PRO Series DALLAS, TX--(Marketwire - April 21, 2008) - SUN Sports & Entertainment Inc. (PINKSHEETS: SSPE) announced today the completion of their first event of the new MMA Series "GI vs. PRO" at the Harrah's Grand Hotel & Casino in Tunica, MS with the GIs beating the PROs 4-2. On Saturday April 19th SUN, in association with FOX Sports Net, Show Partners and Harrah's completed the filming of production for the first television show which will be edited to create the start of nine weeks of programming for the flagship National Sports Channel. The fast and furious events only had one bout go the distance while the loud boisterous fans were treated to an array of unpredictable finishes. In the main event, GI Army Ranger Damien Stelly dominated MMA PRO Ron Faircloth by starting off with an unprecedented flurry of blows, forcing the stunned MMA veteran to tap-out in 44 seconds. PRO Mike Wessel, the main event victor at Art of War 4 in October 2007, won his co-main event contest by split decision against GI Patrick Castillo. The fight of the night may have ended at 4:40 in the first round, but PRO Chris Hawk and GI Darrill Schoonover traded fight-ending positions until Schoonover caught Hawk with a rear naked choke. "It's one of the best fights I've ever seen given the fact that both men were so close to being finished at different points in the game before Darrill pulled out the victory," said Clyde Gentry III, Chief Operating Officer for SUN. "It's the kind of fight that audiences watching from home will remember." The inaugural event sets off a series of promotions throughout the US by SUN to meet the commitment to FOX Sports Net. "I was proud to have Art of War again in Mississippi and I loved the sense of patriotism," said Mississippi State Athletic Commissioner Patrick Turner. "With what our men and women are doing overseas, the show sends a great message and I'm ready to have Art of War back." The Art of War "GI vs. Pro" will debut on July 19th on FOX Sports Net. The series matches current and former members of the Armed Forces against Mixed Martial Arts Professionals. Nick Agallar, an Iraq war veteran and UFC veteran, heads up the GI Team as Captain with a record of 20-5. Chris Brennan, a UFC veteran which heads the Pro Team as Captain with a record of 19-12, hopes to lead the PRO team to victory in the next event. The enthusiastic crowd at Harrah's Arena roared throughout the fights and promotions from the US Army, Air Force, Marines and Navy. There was plenty of action inside the ring and during the intermission breaks fans were able to take on military challenges such as chin ups, meet fighters for pictures and acquire memorabilia. This is the second time SUN has returned to the deep-south and prides itself with the opportunity to produce another one of its events for Harrah's. ABOUT SUN SUN is a Professional Sports & Entertainment Production Company. SUN is a Certified and Licensed Combat Sports Promoter and produces World Class Mixed Martial Arts Events. The properties of SUN (www.SUNorganization.com), Art of War LIVE (www.artofwarLIVE.com), USA Men's MMA National Team (www.teamUSAmma.com), UNDERGROUND Cage Fighting (www.undergroundcagefighting.com), Steele Cage Promotions (www.steelecage.com) and International Fighting Organization (IFO) are wholly owned subsidiaries. Safe Harbor Statement - This release includes forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933 and Section 27E of the Securities Act of 1934. Statements contained in this release that are not historical facts may be deemed to be forward-looking statements. Investors are cautioned that forward-looking statements are inherently uncertain. Actual performance and results may differ materially from that projected or suggested herein due to certain risks and uncertainties including, without limitation, ability to obtain financing and regulatory and shareholder approvals for anticipated actions. Such statements are based on management's current expectations and are subject to certain factors, risks and uncertainties that may cause actual results, events and performance to differ materially from those referred to or implied by such statements. In addition, actual or future results may differ materially from those anticipated depending on a variety of factors, including continued maintenance of favorable license arrangements, success of market research identifying new product opportunities, successful introduction of new products, continued product innovation, sales and earnings growth, ability to attract and retain key personnel, and general economic conditions affecting consumer spending. Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date hereof. Sun Sports & Entertainment Inc. does not intend to update any of the forward-looking statements after the date of this release to conform these statements to actual results or to changes in its expectations, except as may be required by law. Contact Info:
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From the sound of the PR I can't wait to actually see the fights on TV. Now if the PPS will move up we would be in business Posts: 795 | From: Brown Deer, WI 53223 | Registered: Feb 2004
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Wow I just heard some guys talking about the Art of War on campus they said its the best MMA action since UFC.
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