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OT news 2006/11/02 Cage fight debut Two-man combat in a chain-link enclosure comes to county for first time this weekend at fairgrounds By DEREK J. MOORE THE PRESS DEMOCRAT
Forget dog shows and crab feeds. For bone-crunching, blood-splattering, knock-you-out action at the Sonoma County Fairgrounds, the only place to be Saturday night is at cage combat.
Never heard of it? Cage combat, or mixed martial arts as it also is called, pits two men gladiator-style inside an octagon rimmed by a chain-link fence and hordes of raucous fans.
The sport makes its official debut in Sonoma County with the Cage Combat Fighting Championships on Saturday at the Santa Rosa fairgrounds' Grace Pavilion, where $125 buys a ringside seat for close-ups of fighters and scantily clad ring girls.
"You're going to see blood. You're going to see people get knocked out. You're going to see people go to sleep. That's just an aspect of the game," said Franco Burcina, a 30-year-old father of two from Santa Rosa and one of 26 men scheduled to fight Saturday.
Burcina's almost in fighting shape, needing to shed another nine pounds by Friday night's weigh-in to make the 190-pound weight class.
But is Wine Country ready for combat fighting at a location normally associated with gem and flower shows and, the weekend after the fight, a Christian revival concert?
Fair Manager Corey Oakley did not return several messages this week seeking comment. A fair board member declined comment Wednesday, and other board members could not be reached.
Other officials, however, expressed concern about the event.
"I know nothing about it but I can tell you this is not something I would support," Santa Rosa Mayor Jane Bender said. "We're working incredibly hard to prevent gang violence and youth violence, and we don't need role models like this."
The competition has been advertised in newspapers and on radio but hasn't garnered wide attention. The county Board of Supervisors, which appoints fair board members, was not briefed on the event, Supervisor Mike Reilly said.
"Something like this, I'd expect them (fair officials) to pick up the phone but so far they haven't," he said Tuesday. "I assume they've approved it and it's being closely monitored and evaluated."
Despite the provocative title Cage Combat, supporters of the sport insist it's relatively safe compared to other athletic events and that no one ever has died at a sanctioned mixed martial arts competition.
Ultimate fighting, as it also is known, combines boxing, karate, wrestling, jujitsu and good old-fashioned street brawling. The sport draws well-trained athletes from the ranks of former college wrestlers, expert martial artists and boxers.
Fueled by cable and pay-per-view TV, the sport is attracting a growing fan base, including 18,000 spectators for a March event at San Jose's HP Pavilion. That was the largest crowd to see one of these competitions in the United States.
The state sanctioned the sport this year, officially legitimizing what used to be no-holds-barred backroom brawls with the motto: "Two men enter, one man leaves."
"People think of these fights as blood baths but I've seen worse cuts and bleeding in boxing," said Todd Middendorp of Napa, who along with his twin brother, Tully Middendorp, is promoting Saturday's fight. "The rules that California and Nevada have set up err on the side of safety for fighters."
Todd Middendorp, 38, said Sonoma County Fair officials were not reluctant "at all" when he approached them about hosting the event at Grace Pavilion.
"I'm not sure if they know exactly what it is, but they're excited about it and they're coming to the show," he said. "They may hate me afterward, but I explained to them what it was."
The sport has a local celebrity in David Terrell, who owns Norcal Fighting Alliance on Industrial Drive, where many of the local fighters train. Terrell has fought in events sponsored by the Ultimate Fighting Championship, the top organization in America catering to the sport.
New rules forbid, among other things, head butting, eye gouging, biting, hair pulling, groin attacks or "putting a finger into any orifice or into any cut or laceration on an opponent."
There are strict weight classes and doctors on hand should a fighter get injured.
"I'm not trying to hurt the person," said Burcina, who works in construction to support his training. "If I hit him or he goes to sleep, I'm going to be the first one to pick him up and see if he's all right, buy him a beer afterward. I expect the same in return."
Supporters say the chain-link fence protects combatants better than ropes in a boxing match by preventing a fighter from falling out or hyperextending his neck.
They also argue that the gloves, which weigh four ounces compared with eight ounces for pro boxing, are safer because less cushioning means fewer blows to an opponent's head before a fighter risks injuring his hand. There is no standing-eight count in ultimate fighting; the referee or the ringside doctor can end the bout at any time.
A fighter also can end a bout by tapping his opponent's body or the mat three times in succession.
"I love it," said Kyle Pimentel, 22, of Santa Rosa, another fighter on Saturday's card. "It's the oldest sport if you look at it. Greco-Roman style was two people beating the crap out of each other until one gave up."
Todd Middendorp, whose day job is in sales, said he has sunk a considerable amount of money into Saturday's fight, his first as a promoter.
He estimated he's spent up to $100,000 for license fees, medical and general liability insurance and advertising. He also paid for security guards and a contract with Santa Rosa police, who will have four officers at the event.
Police Capt. Tom Schwedhelm, a former boxer, said his concern isn't with the fighting but with the alcohol that will be served at the event.
"From a policing standpoint, generally it's the problems associated with alcohol or intoxicated persons, whether it's a fashion show or a fighting event," he said.
Officials with the State Athletic Commission also will be on hand Saturday to see how well it goes before deciding whether to grant Middendorp a permanent license.
"I just hope to break even financially and have all the fights be competitive," Middendorp said. "At the end of the day, people are paying for entertaining fights."
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there is not really any purpose maybe to humor others or myself in the fact that we all know that most of these are scams . i choose to play these becuase i like high risk high reward. i am an idiot becuase i like to go all in. and the simple truth is i actually beleive that tfn is going to succeed long term and bkmp shareholders will benefit as well. i wish you all the best of luck and i ask that we keep the negativity that one my feel arise within themselves when down on a stock to a minimum. negativity doesnt really accomplish anything and neither does mindless pumping as i am guilty of from time to time. i want to thank all that continue to discuss bkmp's future and all the solid dd that does come from individuals on this board.
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it might just be but it might be a huge success carrying mixed martial arts and fans programming that we all love and crave every day to fans all over the world.
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LMAO (Nirvana)... Very funny comment! However I'm hoping your not right. I'm with noah on this... Just have some faith people and watch the #'s FLY in '07. Besides as long as this is a "titanic in it's early days of constrution" getting ready for the big sail. I have no problem pulling out before she sinks, taking my riches and run to the nearest lifeboat!
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I sold off my position today, just got tired of nothing happening. Besides I can use the $$$$ elsewhere and no doubt will have time to buy back in at a low PPS before any dramatic rise will take place.
Good luck to you all
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you sold at .0003 after most likely buying at .0005 or higher? Just my opinion, but I think you should've had some more patience on this one.
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quote:Originally posted by kilerb: you sold at .0003 after most likely buying at .0005 or higher? Just my opinion, but I think you should've had some more patience on this one.
I have made $$$ off this one, was playing with free shares, so no money lost even if I have to buy back in at 0.0005 - 0.0010 I will still make money, if and when it runs.
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If you have a better play, that is the best way to go. This thing probably isn't going up 'til next year, so if you aren't trying to accumulate at the bottom, there is no reason to even pay attention to BKMP at the moment.
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quote:Originally posted by kilerb: you sold at .0003 after most likely buying at .0005 or higher? Just my opinion, but I think you should've had some more patience on this one.
I have made $$$ off this one, was playing with free shares, so no money lost even if I have to buy back in at 0.0005 - 0.0010 I will still make money, if and when it runs.
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Blackout Media Corp. Announces The Fight Network Welcomes Diego "Chico" Corrales as Its Newest Boxing Columnist
TORONTO -- (MARKET WIRE) -- November 03, 2006 -- Blackout Media Corp.'s (PINKSHEETS: BKMP) The Fight Network™, North America's first and only twenty-four(24)-hour combatant sports and entertainment channel, announced today the former IBF and WBO Junior Lightweight world champion, former WBC/WBO Lightweight champion of the world, and one of the sport's all-time great blood-and-guts warriors, Diego "Chico" Corrales, has joined The Fight Network as a monthly columnist across all of its distribution platforms of television, radio, mobile and web.
"We're absolutely thrilled to have Diego on board with us," said Jason Abelson, The Fight Network's Managing Editor of Boxing Content.
"He's the type of fighter that makes it fun being a boxing fan. He gives everything of himself in the ring, and is an absolute class act. Just by watching him fight you can tell that he has a keen understanding of, and a deep respect for, the sport. I haven't met a single fan or insider that doesn't love 'Chico' and I can't think of a better addition to our team," he added.
Corrales will contribute two articles a month at TheFightNetwork.com, providing an insider's perspective on a wide range of issues, and quenching his own thirst to expound on the "Sweet Science." Corrales' columns will appear alongside other professional athletes from the areas of mixed martial arts, pro wrestling and boxing under the section Tough Talk! "Where the Pros speak their minds."
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"I love that I have a chance to write about boxing. It's what I do. It's how I spend my time. It's what I love. This will be a lot of fun," said Corrales.
"Back in the day, boxing was the sport of sports, and the best fighters fought their hearts out against other top fighters. I'm old school. I want to bring fans back to the sport and make it great again," he added.
Diego Corrales' first story will appear at TheFightNetwork.com on Friday, November 3, where he'll share his thoughts on the upcoming fight on November 4 between Floyd "Pretty Boy" Mayweather Jr. and Carlos Baldomir.
About The Fight Network:
The Fight Network is a cross-platform media company with brand interest in television, pay-per-view radio, mobile and web. All five of these media offerings are seamlessly integrated to offer fans of combatant sports and related entertainment a true convergence experience. The Fight Network Inc. corporate headquarters is located in Toronto, Canada. Additional information on the company can be found at www.thefightnetwork.com.
About Blackout Media Corp.:
Blackout Media Corp. is a holding company with an interest in Blackout Communications, which is a diversified media and entertainment company conducting operations in digital television, VOD, PPV, radio the Internet and print under the brand name "The Fight Network." The activities of Blackout Media Corp. are conducted principally in Canada and the United States.
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OK. Does anyone know when these free shares of whatever the $%*& they are are going to be worth even a micro penny? What is going on here. I have no clue why we received the shares if they are not going to be worth a cent! Can anyone shed some light on this? (on a side note - rather than bash the stock with your answers to this question could you please give me a serious response??) Thanks :-)
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Not saying you are incorrect, but if you are going to bring "dilution" back into the equation you should be prepared to back it up with facts or state that it is your opinion. The next quarterly report could back up your bold statement but until then it is just your opinion......
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I think selling stock by BKMP and never expressiing the details of how BKMP is going to receive any revenues is approaching fraud. If BKMP is paying any of the expenses of Blackout communications, then what has BKMP received in return? If BKMP hasn't received anything, why is Sandy giving away money? I won't accept any answer that includes "maybe next month, year, when the snow falls, when crow flies", or anything but some facts.
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I think selling stock by BKMP and never expressiing the details of how BKMP is going to receive any revenues is approaching fraud. If BKMP is paying any of the expenses of Blackout communications, then what has BKMP received in return? If BKMP hasn't received anything, why is Sandy giving away money? I won't accept any answer that includes "maybe next month, year, when the snow falls, when crow flies", or anything but some facts.
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If there was dilution, the volume would be in the billions and the pps would be at .0001. There is too much resistance for there to be dilution.
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I think selling stock by BKMP and never expressiing the details of how BKMP is going to receive any revenues is approaching fraud. If BKMP is paying any of the expenses of Blackout communications, then what has BKMP received in return? If BKMP hasn't received anything, why is Sandy giving away money? I won't accept any answer that includes "maybe next month, year, when the snow falls, when crow flies", or anything but some facts.
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You are right, you should sell your shares and buy a stock that isn't in the subpennies.
quote:Originally posted by Skyman: I think selling stock by BKMP and never expressiing the details of how BKMP is going to receive any revenues is approaching fraud. If BKMP is paying any of the expenses of Blackout communications, then what has BKMP received in return? If BKMP hasn't received anything, why is Sandy giving away money? I won't accept any answer that includes "maybe next month, year, when the snow falls, when crow flies", or anything but some facts.
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We'll see how far that gets you. Dude, stop looking for a Blue Chip in the bargain bin. Either you drink what BKMP is serving or you sell your shares and find something more "legit" to gamble your money on.
quote:Originally posted by Skyman: No, I should demand a better management.
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I think it's been at about 4/5 for the past couple months. Everyone is waiting for the US contracts or a big financials PR. It isn't gonna happen 'til 2007.
quote:Originally posted by 2cansam: why has this dropped so drastically in the last few months and what is it that can make this a disirable stock again?
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