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Courtney Lemons vs. Nikki Smith

2012-02-13T23:56:00.000-08:00

On Saturday February, 25 at Griffins Den: Benton Beatdown II at The Benton Civic Center in Benton, Illinois

Courtney Lemons (3-1-0) will go against Nikki Smith (2-1-0) in a 115-pound amateur MMA match.

Courtney is coming off the first loss of her career on January, 21 in a 115-pound title match against Danielle Camden.

Nikki is also coming off the first loss of her career against Jody Reicher just last week.

Sarah Morrison vs. Bec Hyatt

2012-02-11T16:54:00.000-08:00

On Saturday February, 18 at Brace For War 14 at The Canberra Convention Centre in Canberra, Australia.

Sarah Morrison (0-0-0) will fight Bec "Rowdy" Hyatt (0-1-0) in a 125-pound professional MMA match.

Sarah will be making her amateur MMA debut.

Bec lost her debut by first round KO to Rhiannon Thompson.

Heather Bassett vs.Evva Johnson

2012-02-11T12:04:00.000-08:00

On Saturday February, 18 at Absolute Action MMA 23: "A Night Of Champions" at Drawbridge Inn in Ft. Mitchell, Kentucky.

Heather Bassett (2-1-0) will challenge Evva Johnson (6-1-0) in a 125-pound amateur MMA championship match.

Heather is coming off the first loss of her career on December, 10 when she was defeated by Rose Namajunas.

Evva is the current AAMMA 125-pound champion, a title that she won by defeating Sarah Cook on June, 4th. Evva does have a more recent fight on her record, a October, 23 submission victory over Rachel Dovido.

Amber Ignatowski vs. Jessica Laubacker

2012-02-10T09:42:00.000-08:00

On Saturday March, 24 at North American Allied Fight Series: Midwest Combat Challenge 19 at Chapparells Community Center in Akron, Ohio

Amber Ignatowski (5-0-0) will battle Jessica Laubacker (6-4-0) in a 115-pound amateur MMA match.

Amber last fought on September, 17 when she defeated Chandra Engel by KO.

Jessica last fought on September, 19 2010 when she defeated Lylna Thao in the first round of the Hook N' Shoot 115-pound championship tournament before losing to the eventual champion Ashley Cummins.

Jen Aniano vs. Christianna Daniels

2012-02-10T02:01:00.000-08:00

On Saturday February, 11 at Vengeance Fight League at The Intersection in Grand Rapids, Michigan

Jen "Tink" Aniano (6-5-0) will fight Christianna "The Demon" Daniels (3-2-0) in a 110-pound amateur MMA match.

Jen last fought on June, 18 when she defeated Kathleen Albany by TKO.

Christianna last fought against Rachel Smith who defeated her on January, 14 by rear-naked choke in the first round.

Britany Nipper vs. Stephanie Skinner

2012-02-09T20:55:00.000-08:00

On Saturday February, 18 at Universal Fight Alliance 8: "Women Of MMA" at The Fairgrounds in Casper, Wyoming.

Britany Nipper (0-4-0) will battle Stephanie "Scrapper" Skinner (0-3-0) in a 128-pound professional MMA match.

Brittany is a 19 year old fighter from Riverton, Wyoming. In her last fight on December, 15 she lost to Kyane Hampton for a second time.

Stephanie is a 21 year old who is also from Riverton, Wyoming. In her last fight on May, 22nd 2010 she lost to Diana Rael.

This is a grudge match between two rivals that will be on a all-female fight card!

Jordan Gaza vs. Christina Crist

2012-02-09T19:37:00.000-08:00

On Saturday March, 24 at Ascent Combat: "Nothing Personal" at Shreveport Municipal Auditorium in Shreveport, Louisiana.

Jordan Gaza (3-2-0) will go for her second title against Cristina Crist (1-3-0) in a 115-pound amateur championship MMA match.

Jordan is coming off a November, 11 TKO loss to Jillian Lybarger for the Tuff-N-Uff 115-pound title.

Crtistina last fought on December, 10 losing to Taylor Ziegler. This is her first fight at 115-pounds.

Maureen Riordan vs. Summer Bradshaw

2012-02-09T18:27:00.000-08:00

On Saturday, February, 11 at Annihlation 38 in Colorado Springs, Colorado

Maureen Riordan (1-0-0) will go up against Summer Bradshaw (0-0-0) in a 145-pound amateur MMA match.

Maureen is coming of her debut fight on July, 16 which she won by TKO in the second round versus Britney Elkin.

Summer is making her amateur debut after having three fighters back out on her.

Vee Vickers vs. Kathryn Davis

2012-02-08T11:34:00.000-08:00

On Friday February, 17 at Ultimate Reno Combat 31 at Grand Sierra Resort in Reno, Nevada

Vee Vickers (1-3-0) will take on Kathryn Davis (3-2-1) in a 115-pound amateur MMA match.

Vee last fought a little under a year ago when she was defeated by Kailin Curran.

Kathryn last fought on August, 26 where she was submitted by Jordan Gaza for the Tuff-N-Uff 115-pound championship.

Brighton Hutton vs. Stacy Hayes

2012-02-08T10:56:00.000-08:00

On Saturday April, 7th at Midwest Ultimate Cage Fighting: "Missouri Rumble" at Hilton Convention Center in Branson, Missouri

Brighton 'The British Blonde Bomber" Hutton (0-1-0) will battle against Stacy "Hammer" Hayes (0-0-0) in a 145-pound professional MMA match.

Brighton has not fought since her pro debut loss to Jan Finney on October, 30 2009.

She was also a cast member of the women's reality MMA show "Ultimate Women Challenge"

Stacey who has a semi-pro record of (1-1) last fought on July, 17th when she was defeated by Lisa McCallum.

Jeri Sitzes vs. Sofia Bagherdai

2012-02-08T03:33:00.000-08:00

On Saturday April, 7th at Midwest Ultimate Cage Fighting: "Missouri Rumble" at Hilton Convention Center in Branson, Missouri

Jerri "Fists of Fury" Sitzes (3-1-0) will go up against Sofia Bagherdai (4-1-0) in a 125-pound professional MMA match.

This is a return match for both of these women who have been away from the sport of MMA for quite a while. Both women have kept busy in other combat sports especially Jeri who is the current WBC Muay Thai Champion in her weight class.

The last time Jeri was in an MMA cage she defeated Lacey Schuckman by TKO in September of 2009.

The only loss of her MMA career came against a fighter who she had previously beaten, Anita Rodriguez.

Sofia last fought in MMA in October of 2008 when she defeated Angela Hayes. She also holds a victory over Michelle Ould, with the only loss of her career coming against Carina Damm.

Kim Couture vs Anita Rodriguez

2012-02-08T02:42:00.000-08:00

On Saturday April, 7th at Midwest Ultimate Cage Fighting: "Missouri Rumble" at Hilton Convention Center in Branson, Missouri

Kim "Suga Free" Couture (3-6-0) will take on Anita "El Tigre" Rodriguez (5-2-0) in a 135-pound professional MMA match.

Kim is currently on a three fight losing streak having lost most recently a decision to Suzie Montero in August

The other two losses on her current streak came against Sheila Bird and Munah Holland.

Anita has a win in her last fight which took place only a few weeks ago against Lizbeth Carreiro.

Kristen Gatz vs. Jeana Pineli II

2012-02-08T01:18:00.000-08:00

On Saturday April, 21 at King Of The Cage: "All In" at Gold Country Casino in Orville, California

Kristen Gatz (4-1-0) will face Jeana Pineli (1-1-0) in a 125-pound amateur MMA rematch.

Kristen who fights out of Fresno, California, won the first fight on May, 21st by third round TKO.

Kristen has been inactive since the win while Jeana who trains out of San Mateo, California, has fought since, defeating Jackie Vandenburgh by submission.

Mercedez Campos vs. Jaimelene Nievera

2012-02-07T19:23:00.000-08:00

On April, 21 at King Of The Cage: "All In" at Gold Country Casino in Orville, California

Mercedez Campos (1-0-0) will battle Jaimelene "Queenie" Nievera (0-5-0)in a 115-pound amateur MMA match.

Mercedez is coming off of her debut fight on June 18th where she defeated Julia Garcia by knockout only :29 seconds into the first round.

Jaimelene is coming off of a November, 18th fight that she lost to Nalin Sar by unanimous decision. She has never been finished in any of her losses.

Jody Lynn Reicher defeats Nikki Smith: Fight Video

2012-02-06T16:13:00.000-08:00

On Saturday February, 4 at Shamrock Promotions: "Redemption" at Stratford Inn in St. Louis, Missouri

Jody Lynn Reicher (2-3-0) defeated Nikki Smith (2-1-0) by submission (guillotine choke) in the second round of their 113-pound amateur MMA match. Jody weighed in at 105-pounds.

In her last match on January, 28 Jody was submitted by Roya Darvishian.

Jody trains at AFS Team Asylum out of Mahwah, New Jersey where she is coached by Phil Dunlap.

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Sarah McLeod vs. Nadia Nixon

2012-02-06T02:53:00.000-08:00

On Saturday February, 11 at Victory Fighting Championship:"Fight Night" at Junction City, Kansas

Sarah McLeod (3-4-1) will take on Nadia Nixon (4-3-0) ina 115-pound amateur MMA match.

Sarah has been on a recent skid losing two fights in a row to Heather Lambert and Jill Valenzuela.

Nadia is coming off of a victory over Jody Reicher.

Meghan Joyce vs. Heather Bess

2012-02-06T01:43:00.000-08:00

On Saturday February, 18 at NAAFS: "Caged Vengeance" at Cleveland Gray Armour Museum" in Cleveland, Ohio.

Meghan Joyce (1-0-0) will take on Heather Bess (1-0-0) in a 120-pound amateur MMA match.

Meghan made her ammy debut against Rebecca Gruitza who she defeated by rear-naked choke.

Heather defeated Amy Judy Hancock at 115-pounds in her amateur MMA debut by unanimous decision in October of last year.

This fight will be on the under card of a professional MMA fight between Jessica Eye and Kelly Warren.

Nekhai Hong defeats Kathleen Albany: Fight Video

2012-02-05T20:56:00.000-08:00

On Friday February, 3 at Capital City Cage Fighting at the Ramada Hotel in Lansing, Michigan

Nekhai Hong (2-0-0) defeated Kathleen Albany (6-9-0) by submission (rear-naked choke) in the first round of their 125-pound amateur MMA match.

She is fresh off her debut fight on January, 21 where she defeated Carly Moncy by unanimous decision.

Nekhai trains at The Factory in Eaton Rapids, Michigan where she is coached by Elsa Gallegos and Jason Smith.

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Laura Marcusse vs. Kyla Potter II

2012-02-05T13:42:00.000-08:00

On February,12 at Kansas City Fighting Alliance I at Truman Memorial Building in Independence, Missouri.

#5 ranked 105-pound fighter Laura Marcusse (3-1-0) takes on #6 ranked 105-pound fighter Kyla Potter (5-3-0)

This is a rematch of a fight that took place on September, 23 in which Laura defeated Kyla by first round armbar.

Kyla has remained active by picking up a victory over Alicia wood since her loss to Laura.

Jessica Beckham defeats Nicole McGuire: Fight Video

2011-11-20T07:27:00.000-08:00

On Saturday November, 12 at Ron Garrison Promotions: "The Reckoning" at Club Doo-Drop in Sedalia, Missouri.

Jessica Beckham (3-0-0) defeated Nicole McGuire (0-1-0) by TKO (ref stoppage due to strikes) in the first round of their 145-pound amateur MMA match.

In her last fight on May, 21 of this year Jessica defeated Christina Fulton by TKO.

Jessica trains out of Warrensburgh, Missouri.

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Ashley Taylor defeats Terri Brinson: Fight Video

2011-11-20T06:10:00.000-08:00

On Saturday November, 12 at Extreme Challenge: 198 at Oakley Lindsey Center in Quincy, Illinois.

Ashley Taylor (2-2-1) defeated Terri Brinson (2-5-1) by TKO in the second round of their 135-pound amateur MMA championship match.

This is Ashley's first MMA fight since her controversial split decision loss to Jenna Fox on February, 19 of this year.

She trains at CICC in Canton, Illinois. She is coached by Bob Long.

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Caitlin Young defeats Mary Jane Matlock

2011-11-17T16:00:00.000-08:00

On Saturday November, 12 at Total Warriors Combat: "Anger Management" at The Causeway Bay Hotel in Lansing, Michigan.

Caitlin Young (1-0-0) defeated Mary Jane Matlock (1-1-0) by TKO (ref stoppage due to strikes at the 1:40 mark of the second round in their 110-pound amateur MMA match. (Mary weighed in at 105)

Caitlin is a 5'3 fighter who trans at Xtreme MMA in Holland, Michigan where she is coached by Andy Jamrog.

Julia Hammelman defeats Jordan Lovan: Fight Video

2011-11-17T15:38:00.000-08:00

On Saturday November, 12 at True Revelation MMA: "Homecoming" at The Bridgeview Center in Ottumwa

#14 ranked 135-pound fighter Julia "Jewell Hammer" Hammelman (4-0-0) defeated Jordan Lovan (2-1-0) by TKO (ref stoppage due to strikes) in the third round of their 135-pound amateur championship match.

In her last fight on June, 4 she defeated the very talented Cailee Hayes by unanimous decision. As you can see she is two organization champion.

Julia trains out of Ottumwa, Iowa.

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Samantha Mosqueda defeats Bridgette Batch: Fight Video

2011-11-16T13:47:00.000-08:00

On Friday November, 11 at Tuff-N-Uff:: "Future Stars Of MMA" in Las Vegas, Nevada.

Samantha "Muay Thai Machine" Mosqueda (4-4-0) defeated Bridgette Batch (2-2-0) by unanimous decision in their 140-pound amateur MMA mach.

Samantha is coming off of a two fight losing streak. (September, 30 against Katalina Malungahu, July, 24 against Nikki Nunez. Her last victory came against Sarah Marang on May, 31.

She trains with Team No Excuse MMA out of Caldwell, Idaho where she is coached by Johnny Perez.

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Jillian Lybarger defeats Jordan Gaza: Fight Video

2011-11-15T15:21:00.001-08:00

On Friday November, 11 at Tuff-N-Uff:: "Future Stars Of MMA" in Las Vegas, Nevada.

Jillian "Justice" Lybarger (5-4-0) defeated Jordan "Ninja Princess" Gaza (3-2-0) by TKO (ref stoppage due to GNP) at 2:16 of the second round to take away Jordan's 115-pound Tuff-N-Uff amateur MMA championship.

Jillian is now on a four fight win streak not to mention she is undefeated at 115-pounds all this after having lost four fights in a row in the 125-pound division.

Jillian Lybarger trains with Seige MMA/The training room in Peoria, Arizona where she is coached by Sonny Diaz and Joe Riggs.

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Kyoko Kimura defeats Megumi Yabushita

2011-11-15T04:34:00.000-08:00

On Saturday, November, 12 at Pancrase: "Impressive Tour11" at Shinjuku Face, in Tokyo, Japan.

Kyoko Kimura (1-0) defeated Megumi Yabushita (19-19-0) by TKO (doctor stoppage) at the end of the first round in their 135-pound professional MMA match.

Kyoko is a 5'5 thirty-four year old Japanese pro wrestler who trains at Sakaguchi Dojo in Kanagawa, Japan where she is trained by Yukio Sakaguchi.

Katie Merrill defeats Kaline Medeiros III

2011-11-15T02:54:00.000-08:00

On Saturday November, 12 at Victory Promotions: "Clementi vs.Rogers" at Tsongas Center in Lowell, Massachusetts.

Katie Merrill (1-0) defeated Kaline Medeiros (0-2) by submission (armbar) at 1:40 of the second round of their 125-pound professional MMA match.

This was the third fight between the the two ladies with the first two coming as amateurs. Their first fight was in January of 2010 with Medeiros winning by split decision. Their second match was in March of 2011 when Katie Merrill won by rear-naked choke.

Katie trains at Wai Kru MMA in Brighton, Massachusetts.

Kathleen Albany defeats Amy Talbot

2011-11-14T22:31:00.000-08:00

On Saturday November, 5 at Madmen Promotions: "Invasion" at Adrian Fairgrounds in Michigan.

Kathleen "Lil Shit" Albany (6-8-0) defeated Amy Talbot (1-2-0) by unanimous decision for the vacant Madmen 135-pound amateur MMA championship.

Kathleen has now won two fights in a row with her last win coming only a week ago against Hayley Winters. She also holds a victory over Melissa Griffith.

Kathleen is known for having fought many of the best fighters Michigan has to offer, which include her losses to Tori Music, Lydia Barrera, Amber Ignatowski, Tasha Moore, Jen Aniano, Christiana Daniels and Nancy Churches.

She fights out of Monroe, Michigan.

Krissy Pettman defeats Natasha Sadlier

2011-11-14T17:27:00.000-08:00

On Saturday November, 5 at Princess of Pain: "Fawksey Ladies" at Auckland Boxing Association Stadium in Eden Terrace, Auckland.

Krissy Pettman (1-1-0) defeated Natasha Sadlier (0-1-0) by majority decision in their 145-pound amateur MMA match.

In her amateur MMA debut she lost to Ruhia Epiha.

She trains in West Auckland, New Zealand at Oliver MMA under Steve Oliver and at Maai Hyoshi Dojos under Steve Cockell and Karl Norton.

Charlene Watt defeats Ruiha Epiha: Fight Video

2011-11-14T17:11:00.000-08:00

On Saturday November, 5 at Princess of Pain: "Fawksey Ladies" at Auckland Boxing Association Stadium in Eden Terrace, Auckland.

Charlene Watt (1-0-0) defeated Ruiha Epiha (1-1-0) by unanimous decision in their 143-pound amateur MMA match.

She trains out of Hamilton, New Zealand at I.M.A Hamilton where she is Coached by Steve Wallace, Carlo Meister and Luke Jumeau.

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Tairi Ford defeats Tara Finderup: Fight Video

2011-11-14T11:50:00.000-08:00

On Saturday November, 5 at Princess of Pain: "Fawksey Ladies" at Auckland Boxing Association Stadium in Eden Terrace, Auckland.

Tairi Ford (1-0-0) defeated Tara Finderup (0-1-0) by unanimous decision in their 138-pound amateur MMA match.

Tairi trains in Rotorua, Bay of Plenty, New Zealandat at Hori Thai where she is coached by Anaru Grant, Josh Te Kowhai and Paki Wilson.

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Tuyet Nguyen defeats Ursula Marshall.

2011-11-14T05:17:00.000-08:00

On Saturday November, 5 at Princess of Pain: "Fawksey Ladies" at Auckland Boxing Association Stadium in Eden Terrace, Auckland.

Tuyet Nguyen (1-1-0) defeated Ursula Marshall (0-1-0) by submission (rear-naked choke) in the third round of their 126-pound amateur MMA match.

Tuyet fights out of Auckland, New Zealand at Auckland MMA where she is coached by Van Do.

Laura Howarth defeats Melanie Burroughs: Fight Video

2011-11-12T00:33:00.000-08:00

On Tuesday November, 8 at Ultimate Cage Fighting MMA: "Contenders" in Oceana, Brighton, England.

Laura Howarth (2-0-0) defeated Melanie Burroughs (0-2-0) by TKO (kick to the body) in the first round of their 138-pound amateur (semi-pro) MMA match.

Laura trains at ZT Fight Skool in Hove, United Kingdom under Sol Gilbert (head coach), Ryan White (MMA coach), Kenny Moyston (Muay Thai coach), Dani Vlad (Wrestling Coach) and Christian Villa (strength and conditioning)

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Sheena Brandenburg defeats Sabrina Wilkie: Fight Video

2011-11-11T20:32:00.000-08:00

On Saturday November, 5 at New World Karate & Big John's MMA: "Champions Collide II" at Treetops Resort in Gaylord, Michigan.

Sheena "Star" Brandenburg (2-1-0) defeated Sabrina Wilkie (0-2-0) by submission (Injury) at the eighteen second mark of the first round in their 125-pound amateur MMA match.

In her last match she defeated Hailey Walsh by TKO.

Sheena trains with New World Karate where she is coached by Master Zack Burns, Eric Madill And Travis Shipple.

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Mary Jane Matlock defeats Myndi Collins: Fight Video

2011-11-11T19:21:00.000-08:00

On Saturday November, 5 at New World Karate & Big John's MMA: "Champions Collide II" at Treetops Resort in Gaylord, Michigan.

"Smokin" Mary Jane Matlock (1-0-0) defeated Myndi Collins (0-2-0) by submission (rear-naked choke) in the second round of their 105-pound amateur MMA match.

Mary trains with her boyfriend at Murcielogo & American Muscle in Ionia, Michigan.

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Lauren Barefoot defeats Brittney Van Camp: Fight Video

2011-11-11T18:28:00.000-08:00

On Friday November, 4 at Disorderly Conduct: "Turf War" at Tip Top Ballroom in Omaha, Nebraska.

Lauren Barefoot (4-0-0) defeated Brittney Van Camp (0-1-0) by TKO (due to strikes) in the first round of their 145-pound amateur MMA match.

In her last fight on August, 19 she defeated Chandra Engel by submission.

Lauren fights out of Omaha, Nebraska at Premier Combat Center where she is Coached by Kurt Podany and John Hansenand. and she is managed by Disorderly Conduct.

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Liz Tracy defeats Emily Whitmire: Fight Video

2011-11-11T10:32:00.000-08:00

On Saturday November, 5 at Full Contact Fighting Federation: "Caged on the Coast" at Chinook Winds Resort in Lincoln City, Oregon.

Liz Tracy (1-0-0) defeated Emily Whitmire (2-3-0) by majority decision in their 120-pound amateur MMA match. The fight was chosen as Fight of the Night.

Liz trains Jiu Jitsu at Five Rings and trains MMA with Andreas Correa at Trident MMA in Oregon.

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Paulina Granados defeats Ashley Meza: Fight Video

2011-11-11T08:44:00.000-08:00

On Friday November, 4 at Garcia Promotions: "Cage Combat 6" at Humble Civic Center in Humble, Texas.

Paulina Granados (2-0-0) defeated Ashley Meza (0-1-0) by split decision in their 110-pound amateur MMA match.

Although Paulina has kept busy with Muay Thai & grappling tournaments, her last MMA fight came on January, 15 when she defeated Stephanie Alba by unanimous decision.

Paulina trains at American Revolution in Corpus Christi, Texas where she is coached by Freddy Medellin.

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Melanie Reynolds defeats Brianna Mortimer II

2011-11-07T23:03:00.000-08:00

On Saturday October, 29 at ShoFight 13: "Fight Night at The Mansion" in Branson, Missouri.

Melanie Reynolds (2-0-0) defeated Brianna Mortimer (0-2-0) by submission (rear-naked choke) in the first round of their 125-pound amateur MMA match.

This was a rematch of the debut MMA fight for both of these fighters. Melanie won the first fight on September, 24 of this year by second round TKO.

Melanie owns and trains at The Ludus Jiu Jitsu in Ozark, Missouri.

Crystal Starkley defeats Chandra Engel

2011-11-04T16:09:00.000-07:00

On Friday October, 28 at Blackout Promotions: "Halloween Beatdown 2" at Cardinal Gym in Saginaw, Michigan.

#3 ranked 125-pound fighter Crystal Starkley (5-0-0) defeated #4 ranked 125-pound fighter Chandra Engel (10-8-0) by submission (rear-naked choke) in the second round to retain her 125-pound amateur MMA championship.

Crystal trains at Cosen's MMA in Bay City, Michigan.

Katalina Mahungahu defeats Valerie Barney: Fight Video

2011-11-04T11:29:00.000-07:00

On Saturday October, 29 at Bush Cree Promotions: "Cage Wars 10" in Grand Junction, Colorado.

Katalina Malungahu (1-0-0) defeated Val Barney (5-1-0) by TKO in the first round of their 155-pound professional MMA match.

Katalina is coming off of a very successful amateur career (3-0-0) which included victories over Samantha Mosqueda, Kari Lichtenwalner and Jennifer Raff.

She is a 5'8 thirty year old fighter who trains at Xtreme Couture in Las Vegas, Nevada where she is trained by Dennis Davis.

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Amanda Lucas defeats Mika Harigai: Fight Video

2011-11-04T10:26:00.000-07:00

On Saturday October, 29 at Deep: Cage Impact 2011 at Differ, Ariake in Tokyo, Japan

Amanda "Powerhouse" Lucas (3-1-0) defeats Mika “Hari” Harigai (6-25-1) by submission (rear-naked choke) at 4:32 of the first round in their 155-pound professional MMA match.

Amanda has now won three fights in a row since her debut loss to Nicole Kavanaugh in May of 2008.

She trains with the Scrap Pack in San Fransisco, California.

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Hannah Stephens defeats Helena Martin

2011-11-04T09:37:00.001-07:00

On Saturday October, 29 at Knuckle Up MMA 8: "Eclipse" at Hull Arena in Hull, England.

Hannah Stephens (1-0-0) defeated Helena Martin (0-3-0) by submission (neck crank) at 1:35 of the third round in their 140-pound professional MMA match.

Hannah who is a English Muay Thai Champion trains at Combat Athletics Academy in Cornwall, England where she is coached by Mark Tucker.

Lauren Taylor defeats Julia Griffin: Fight Video

2011-11-04T08:54:00.000-07:00

On Friday October, 28 at Alaska Cage Fighting: "Tribute to Veterans" at Gold Star Arena in Fairbanks, Alaska

#14 ranked 145-pound fighter Lauren "The Pirate" Taylor (4-0-0) defeated #23 ranked 145-pound fighter Julia Griffin (2-3-0) by TKO at 4:26 of the second round in their 145-pound professional MMA Championship match.

Lauren who is also the AFC 145-pound Champion, last fought on January, 12 when she defeated Willow Bailey. She also holds victories over Leslie Wright (10/13/10) and Kloiah Wayland who she defeated in her professional debut on (6/9/10).

She trains at Gracie Barra in Anchorage, Alaska. Her jiu jitsu coach is Patrick Applegate, her wrestling coach is Joe Murphy, and her striking coaches are Jared Cannonier and Ali Isaako.

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Vanessa Porto defeats Jennifer Maia

2011-11-04T08:53:00.000-07:00

On Friday October, 28 at Kumite MMA Combate at Gigantinho Gymnasium in Porto Alegre, Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil.

Vanessa Porto (13-4-0) defeated Jennifer Maia (4-1-1) by Technical Submission (Armbar) at 3:55 of the second round in their 130-pound professional MMA match.

In her last fight on March, 31 she defeated Kalindra Carvalho Faria also by armbar. This is the third win in a row (all finishes) since her loss to Amanda Nunes in December of 2009.

Vanessa trains at Drenix Iglesia Team in Sao Paulo, Brazil.

Stephanie Gonzalez defeats Kaiyana Rain:Fight Video

2011-10-27T12:11:00.000-07:00

On Sunday October, 23 at Grappling X Fighting: 9 at Temecula Stampede in Temecula, California

#13 ranked 115-pound fighter Stephanie Gonzalez (3-0-0) defeated Kaiyana Rain (1-1-1) by split decision in their 115-pound amateur MMA match.

She holds victories over Diana Manzanares (5/21), and Angela Hancock (6/18)

Stephanie is a twenty-two year old fighter who trains at the SoCal Fight Factory in Palmdale, California.

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Nicole Harrington defeats Brittany Dutton

2011-10-27T07:17:00.000-07:00

On Saturday, October, 22 at Split Decision Fight Night XXIV: "Bad Blood" at The Zoo in Vancouver, Washington

Nicole Harrington (1-0-0) defeated Brittany Dutton (0-1-0) by unanimous decision in their 135-pound amateur MMA match.

Nicole trains out of Vancouver, Washington where she is coached by her husband Ryan Harrington, who is also a fighter.

Kelsey De Santis defeats Stacy Sneeringer: Fight Video

2011-10-26T18:46:00.000-07:00

On Saturday October, 22 at Operation Octagon XVI at Dulles Sportsplex in Sterling, Virginia.

#10 ranked 145-pound fighter Kelsey De Santis (3-0-0) defeated Stacy Sneeringer (0-1-0) by TKO (GNP) at 2:41 of the first round in their 145-pound championship amateur MMA match.

She last fought on October, 30 2010 when she defeated Kristen DeBrucker.

Kelsey is a 5'9 twenty-three year old fighter and Marine who trains at The Marine Corp Martial Arts Center for Excellence in Quantico, Virginia.

Kelsey has become very well known as the Marine who invited Justin Timberlake to be her date at the Marine Corps Birthday Ball.

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Stephanie Lara defeats Maria Putnam

2011-10-25T19:14:00.000-07:00

On Saturday October, 22 at Donfrio MMA: "Armageddon" at The Palace in Auburn Hills, Michigan.

#15 ranked 145-pound fighter Stephanie Lara (2-0-0) defeated Maria Putnam (1-1-0) by TKO in the first round of their 145-pound amateur MMA match.

Stephanie trains at Guerra's MMA Academy/ Mexican Top Team in
Western Michigan where she is coached by Silverio & Adam Guerra.

Allanna Jones defeats Emma O'Connor

2011-10-25T14:50:00.000-07:00

On Saturday October, 22 at Impact Fight League: "Armageddon" at The Palace in Auburn Hills, Michigan.

#8 ranked 145-pound fighter Allanna Jones (4-2-0) defeated #11 ranked 145-pound fighter Emma O'Connor (3-2-0) by unanimous decision in their 145-pound amateur MMA match.

In her last match on August, 13 she was defeated by Jessica Richer at 155-pounds. Her other loss came against now professional fighter Maria Messer in April of this year.

She holds notable victories against Carolyn Biskup and Faith Townsend.

Allanna is a twenty-five year old fighter who trains at American Muscle MMA in Grand Rapids Michigan where she is coached by Glen Bailey.

Chandra Engel defeats Yolanda Gonzalez

2011-10-25T13:35:00.000-07:00

On Saturday October, 22 at Impact Fight League: "Armageddon" at The Palace in Auburn Hills, Michigan.

#9 ranked 125-pound fighter Chandra Engel (10-7-0) defeated Yolanda Gonzalez (2-2-0) by unanimous decision in their 125-pound five round amateur MMA championship match.

Chandra lost to Amber Ignatowski in her last fight at 125-pounds her last win came at 135-pounds vs. Lisa Dzik. All but two of her losses came at 135-pounds including losses to Elsa Gallegos, Racheal Dovido, Lauren Barefoot and Mollie Estes. Her only other loss at 125-pounds came against top ranked inactive fighter Jenny Yum.

She holds victories over Katherine Richter, Heather Smith, Melissa Jones and Jina Cole.

Chandra trains out of American Muscle out of Greenville, Michigan where she is coached by Glen Bailey and in Salina, Kansas at Combative Arts with Jason Tappendick.

Nikita Netjes defeats Lisa Dzik II

2011-10-25T12:08:00.000-07:00

On Saturday October, 22 at Impact Fight League: "Armageddon" at The Palace in Auburn Hills, Michigan.

#2 ranked 145-pound fighter Nikita Netjes (8-5-0) defeated #12 ranked 145-pound fighter Lisa Dzik (4-4-0) by submission (armbar) in the first round of their 145-pound amateur MMA match.

With this win Nikita avenges one of her two losses at 145-pounds, the other loss came against top ranked inactive fighter Erica Bobier. The other losses on her record have come against top ranked fighters at 155-pounds Lalani Mancao and Jessica Richer.

In her last fight on September, 24 Nikita defeated Becky Trevino-Lozano by submission.

Nikita Netjes is a twenty-one year old fighter who lives and trains in Greenville, Michigan at American Muscle Training center where she is coached by Glen Bailey.

Cassie Crissano defeats Yolanda Etsitty: Fight Video

2011-10-24T20:54:00.000-07:00

On Saturday October, 22 at Spartyka Fight League: "Commitment" at Hampton Coliseum in Hampton, Virginia.

#25 ranked 145-pound fighter Cassie Crissano (1-1-0) defeated Yolanda Etsitty (0-1-0) by submission (rear-naked choke) in the second round of their 145-pound amateur MMA match.

Her only loss came in her debut against Latoya Rykard in December of 2010.

Cassie trains out of Commitment Fitness in Centerville, Maryland with Ted "The Rock " Halloway and at Predator MMA in Bear de, Maryland with Juan Sanchez.

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Ashley Rickard defeats Kathtryn Gardiner

2011-10-24T17:00:00.000-07:00

On Friday October, 21 at Legends Fighting Championship 49 at The 8 Seconds Saloon in Indianapolis, Indiana.

#8 ranked 145-pound champion Ashley Rickard (3-1-0) defeated #20 ranked 145-pound fighter Kathryn Gardiner (2-2-0) by submission (guillotine choke) at 1:50 of the first round in their 145-pound amateur MMA match.

In her last fight on September, 4 Ashley defeated Amy Napier. Her only loss came on May, 28 against Jody Barker at 135-pounds.

She trains at Sud'N Impact in Fort Wayne, Indiana.

Cheryl Chan defeats Jaime Gonzales-Najera

2011-10-24T16:10:00.000-07:00

On Friday October, 21 at North American Challenge 26 at Fraserview Hall in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada.

#4 ranked 125-pound fighter Cheryl Chan (5-2-0) defeated Jaime Gonzales-Najera (1-1-0) by submission (armbar) in the second round of their 125-pound amateur MMA match.

In her last match she defeated Amy Cadwell on September, 24 by submission. She also holds a victory Brittany Sluis. The only two losses on her record came against Stephanie Eggink and River Jones at 130-pounds.

Cheryl trains at Mendoza Martial Arts & Training in Surrey, British Columbia her head coach is Oneal Mendoza. Wrestling coach Rodney Cordizal BJJ coach Marcus Soares Strength & Conditioning coach Sandeep and Daniel.

Nancy Churches defeats Kathleen Albany

2011-10-21T21:31:00.000-07:00

On Friday October, 14 at Ron DeLeon Promotions: "Capital City Cage Fight Championship" at Lansing Center in Lansing, Michigan.

Nancy Churches (2-1-0) defeated Kathleen Albany (4-8-0) by unanimous decision in their 130-pound amateur MMA match.

Nancy trains at Grand Rapids Brazilian Jiu Jitsu where she is coached by Clint Crabtree.

Erin McDougall defeats Tara Letendre: Fight Video

2011-10-21T20:40:00.000-07:00

On Friday, October, 21 at Prestige Fighting Championship at Casman Center in Fort McMurray, Alberta, Canada.

Erin McDougall (1-0-0) defeated Tara Letendre (0-1-0) by TKO (GNP) at 2:01 of the first round in their 135-pound amateur MMA match.

Erin trains out of CMC in Lethbridge, Alberta, Canada and she is coached by Lee Mein.

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Marianna Kheyfets defeats Molly Helsel: Fight Video

2011-10-21T20:01:00.000-07:00

On Friday, October, 21 at Xtreme Fighting Championships 14: "Resurrection" at UCF Arena in Orlando, Florida.

#13 ranked 125-pound fighter Marianna " The Crushen Russian" Kheyfets (4-0-0) defeated Molly Helsel (8-13-1) by unanimous decision in their 125-pound professional MMA match.

In her last fight on May, 21 she defeated Kaline Medeiros by submission. Her other victories came against Marissa Caldwell (12/3/10) and Kim Couture (7/9/10).

Marianna is from Stamford, Connecticut and trains at Soulfighters Academy in Danbury, Connecticut. She is coached by Rafael Formiga Barbosa and Hitalo Machado.

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Bobby Cooper defeats Imoni Williams

2011-10-20T15:10:00.000-07:00

On Friday October, 14 at Ron DeLeon Promotions: "Capital City Cage Fight Championship" at Lansing Center in Lansing, Michigan.

#26 ranked 135-pound fighter Bobby Cooper (3-1-0) defeated Imony Williams (0-1-0) by submission (verbal) in the second round of their 130-pound amateur championship MMA match.

Bobby trains out of Bath, Michigan at Go Workout and SFS.

Miki'ala Freitas defeats Anntonette Bernal: Fight Video

2011-10-18T17:29:00.000-07:00

On Saturday October, 15 at Stand Up Fighters at Sacramento Red Lion Hotel in Sacramento, California

Miki'ala Freitas (1-0-0) defeated Anntonette Bernal (1-1-0) by split decision in their 135-pound championship amateur MMA match.

She trains out of Muay Thai Lao in Sacramento, California her primary coaches are Master Andy K and Amphone Konghamtrains with Danny Castillo and Freddie Bigg at Ultimate Fitness.

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River Jones defeats Robin Woods

2011-10-17T17:55:00.000-07:00

On Saturday October, 15 at Caged Rage 5: "Rapture" at Element Club in Castlegar, British Columbia, Canada.

#4 ranked 135-pound fighter River Jones (5-0-0) defeated #14 ranked 125-pound fighter Robin Woods (4-1-0) by unanimous decision in their 135-pound amateur MMA match.

In her last match on April, 16 she defeated Cheryl Chan by TKO. She also holds a victory over Marciea Allen.

River trains in Trail, British Columbia out of Pride Gym where she is coached by Glen Kalesniko and Corey Colwell.

Suzie Montero defeats Kim Couture

2011-10-17T11:59:00.000-07:00

On Saturday October, 15 at Warrior One MMA 7: "Reloaded" at Bank United Center in Coral Gables, Florida.

Suzie Montero (1-0-0) defeated Kim Couture (3-6-0) by unanimous decision in their 135-pound professional MMA match.

Suzie is a 5'4 thirty year-old who is from Pompano Beach, Florida. She trains at American Top Team where she is coached by her husband Luis Nazario.

She is a Kung Fu based fighter with an amateur muay thai/kickboxing record of 3-1 with her only loss coming against Gina Carano. She also fought in the World Combat League.

Tecia Torres defeats Rebecca Gruitza: Fight Video

2011-10-17T09:02:00.000-07:00

On Saturday October, 15 at North American Allied Fight Series: "Caged Fury 15" at I-X Center in Cleveland, Ohio.

#23 ranked 115-pound fighter Tecia "The Tiny Tornado" Torres (2-0-0) defeated #30 ranked 115-pound fighter Rebecca " Trainwrecka" Gruitza (2-2-0) by TKO in the first round of their 115-pound amateur MMA match.

Tecia is a 5'1 twenty-two year-old fighter who trains at Knuckle Up Fitness in Marietta, Georgia. She is coached by Master Ricardo Murgel, Stephen Upchurch and Jim Abrille. She is managed by Christopher "CJ" Wilson

Before making her MMA debut Tecia was a very accomplished Muay Thai/ Kickboxer with a record of 12-3.

Tecia would like to thank her sponsors: Brazen, Tussle Fight Gear, Revgear, Chiro 101, Sutra Lounge, O'Kelly Promotions, Black Eye Athletics and Cartunes.

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Andria Caplan defeats Adrienne Sieber

2011-10-15T20:20:00.000-07:00

On Saturday October, 15 at Bellator Fighting Championship 54 at The Boardwalk Hall Ballroom in Atlantic City, New Jersey.

#25 ranked 145-pound fighter Andria Caplan (1-0-0) defeated #26 ranked 145-pound fighter Adrienne Sieber (1-2-0) by unanimous decision in their 145-pound professional MMA match.

Andria is coming off of an impressive amateur career that saw her go 3-1. Her only loss came in her amateur debut on 8/28/09 against Mollie Esties.

Her three fight win streak came against Janelle Bloom 9/18/10 Janel Krafft 11/24/10 and Amanda Morgan 6/4/10.

Andria is a 5'8 thirty three year-old fighter who is from Philadelphia. She trains at Daddis Fight Camp where she is coached by Brad Daddis.

Summer Artherton defeats Kelly Reilly

2011-10-15T16:38:00.000-07:00

On Friday October, 14 at Victory Fighting Championship in Omaha, Nebraska.

#5 ranked 115-pound fighter Summer Artherton (5-2-0) defeated #6 ranked 115-pound fighter Kelly Reilly (8-7-0) by unanimous decision (30-27) in their 115-pound amateur MMA match.

Summer has now won three fights in a row with victories over Kaylee Howell on August, 19 and Nadia Nixon on April, 1st.

Before the three fight winning streak Summer had lost two in a row losing to Sarah McLeod and Jordan McDonald.

Summer is a twenty-seven year-old 5'3 fighter who trains at Mid-America Martial Arts in Omaha, Nebraska. She is managed by Disorderly Conduct.

Heather Bassett defeats Leina Luelf

2011-10-15T07:58:00.000-07:00

On Friday October, 14 at Rocktown Showdown: 13 at Giovanni's in Rockford, Illinois.

Heather Bassett (2-0-0) defeated Leina Luelf (1-1-0) by TKO (ground & pound) in the second round of their 125-pound amateur MMA match.

Heather made her MMA debut on July, 3 at 135-pounds when she won a unanimous decision over the highly ranked Moriel Charneski.

She trains at Unified Martial Arts in Fond Du Lac, Wisconsin where she is coached by Mike Biddle, Curt Messer and Red Schafer.

Heather would like to thank her sponsor Benessere's Salon of Fond du Lac.

Non Stops Top 30 Womens 115-pound Professional Rankings

2011-10-06T19:28:00.001-07:00

1	Megumi Fujii	24-1-0	Only loss, Frausto
2	Yuka Tsuji	23-2-0	Undefeated! Even, PB
3	Jessica Aguilar	11-4-0	3 losses, Frausto, Ellis, PB (Damm)
4	Carla Espaza	5-2-0	2 losses, Aguilar, Megumi
5	Lena Ovchynnikova	8-0-0	Undefeated!
6	Ayuka Hamazaki	5-0-0	Undefeated!
7	Felice Herrig	5-3-0	Only loss, Achhal
8	Nicdali Calanoc	7-5-0	3 losses, , Herrig, Magana, Matsumoto
9	Patricia Vidonic	5-1-0	Undefeated as SFY
10	Lacey Schuckman	6-4-0	2 losses, Vidonic, Esparza, (Sitez, Higo)
11	Chelsea Colarelli	6-3-0	3 losses, Vidonic
12	Seo Hee Ham	7-4-0	4 losses, Hamazaki, Megumi, Tsuji, Matsumoto
13	Mei Yamaguchi	8-3-1	Only loss, Ham, PB 2x
14	Kyoko Takabayashi	12-4-1	3 losses, Yamaguchi, Fujii, Bum
15	Hiroko Kitamura	6-1-0	Undefeated at 115
16	Celeste Saenz	3-1-0	Only loss, (Marks)
17	Sakura Nomura	3-1-0	Only loss, Hamazaki
18	Saori Ishioka	11-7-0	7 losses, Tsuji, Nomura, Fujii, Yamaguchi, Takabayashi, Bum
19	Mika Nagano	8-5-0	4 losses, Ham, Ishioka, Fujii 2x, Even
20	Yuko Oya	6-2-0	2 losses, Ishioka, Bum
21	Simona Soukipova	2-1-0	Only loss,
22	Yadira Anzaldua	2-3-0	3 losses, Esparza
23	Karina Hallinan	3-5-0	5 losses, Anzudala
24	Megumi Morioka	3-1-0	Only loss, Sugiyama
25	Sadae Suzumura	2-1-1	Only loss, Sunaba
26	Miyoko Kusaka	2-2-0	2 losses, Seki, Yamada
27	Margarita Chavez	1-1-0	Only loss, Esquiro
28	Michelle Tyler	1-0-0	Undefeated!
29	Rina Tomita	4-5-0	5 losses, Kitamura, Nomura, Kaneko, Nagano 2x
30	Mai Ichii	4-5-0	5 losses. Kitamura, Ham, Ishioka, Nagano, Fujino

Non Stops Top 30 Womens 125-pound Professional Rankings

2011-10-05T14:16:00.001-07:00

1	Tara LaRosa	20-2-0	Undefeated as LW
2	Zoila Frausto	11-1-0	Undefeted at LW
3	Rosi Sexton	12-2-0	Only loss, Frausto
4	Cat Zingano	6-0-0	Undefeated!
5	Carina Damm	17-6-0	4 losses, LaRosa, Zingano, Sexton, Tavares, PB
6	Takayo Hashi	12-4-0	2 losses, Zingano, LaRosa, PB
7	Angela Magana	10-4-0	4 losses, Pene, Aguillar,
8	Sheila Gaff	9-4-1	Undefeated @125
9	Aisling Daly	13-2-0	2 losses, Gaff, Ward
10	Sally Krumdiak	9-4-0	4 losses, Sexton, Ishioka, LaRosa, Pene
11	Barb Honchak	5-1-0	Only loss, Zingno
12	Roxanne Modafferi	15-9-0	6 losses, Akano, Sexton, Kaufman, Coenen, Bayzler, D'Augustine, PB, Even
13	Jessica Eye	4-1-0	Only loss, Daly
14	Karla Benitez	6-0-0	Undefeated!
15	Heather Clark	4-1-0	Only loss, Hallinan
16	Marianna Kheyfets	3-0-0	Undefeated!
17	Hanna Sillen	4-1-0	Only loss, Gaff
18	Maiju Kujala	6-3-0	3 losses, Gaff, Tate, Sillen
19	Katja Kalliokoski	4-0-0	Undefeated!
20	Kelly Warren	3-0-0	Undefeated!
21	Anita Rodriguez	4-2-0	Only loss, Evinger, PB
22	Racheal Swatez	4-2-0	2 losses, Jewett, K. Roy
23	Aprl Coutino	3-1-0	Only loss, Clark
24	Sarah Schneider	5-5-0	5 losses, Fujii,
25	Elsie Henri	4-4-0	3 losses, Aguilar, Lovato 2x
26	Angela Hayes	4-6-0	6 losses, Daly,
27	Jennifer Scott	2-1-0	Only loss, Clark
28	Katherine Jackson	2-1-0	Only loss, Sillen
29	Asako Saioka	4-5-0	5 losses,
30	Mizuki Inoue	2-1-0	Only loss, Hamasaki

Non Stops Top 30 Womens 135-pound Professional Rankings

2011-10-05T09:51:00.001-07:00

1	Miesha Tate	11-2-0	2 losses, Kaufman, Young
2	Marloes Coenen	19-5-0	Only loss, M. Tate, Cyborg,
3	Sarah Kaufman	14-1-0	Only loss, Coenen
4	Hitomi Akano	18-8-0	4 losses, M. Tate, Porto, Buckner, LaRosa, PB 2x, Even 2x
5	Alexis Davis	11-4-0	3 losses, Bayzler, LaRosa, Kaufman
6	Vanessa Porto	12-4-0	3 losses, Modafferi, Damm
7	Liz Carmouche	6-2-0	2 losses, Kaufman, Coenen
8	Claudia Gadelha	6-0-0	Undefeated!
9	Bethany Marshall	5-0-0	Undefeated!
10	Sara Mcmann	4-0-0	Undefeated!
11	Tonya Evinger	10-5-0	5 losses, McMann, Davis 2x, J. Tate, Porto
12	Julie Kedzie	16-9-0	5 losses, Schnieder, Evinger, Buckner, LaRosa, Baszler, Carano
13	Michelle Ould	5-3-0	3 losses, Gurgel,
14	Jennifer Maia	4-0-1	Undefeated!
15	Valerie Letourneau	4-2-0	2 losses, Kaufman, Davis
16	Kaitlin Young	5-5-0	5 losses, Kedzie, J. Tate, Schneider, Olsen, Carano
17	Raquel Paaluchi	3-2-0	2 losses, Mcmann, D'Alelio
18	Maria Elisabete Tavares	3-2-1	2 losses, Nery, Sunaba
19	Marianna Kheyfets	3-0-0	Undefeated!
20	Holly Holm	2-0-0	Undefeated!
21	Jan Finney	8-10-0	7 losses, Holm, Carmouche, Miesha, Kedzie 3x, Bayzler
22	Sheila Bird	2-0-0	Undefeated!
23	Vanessa Mariscal	2-0-0	Undefeated!
24	Brenda Gonzales	2-0-0	Undefeated!
25	Germaine De Randamie	2-2-0	2 losses, Budd, Porto
26	Maria Tavares	3-2-1	2 losses, Nery, Sunaba
27	Christina Domke	4-2-0	2 losses, Holm, Marshall
28	Justine Kish	1-0-0	Undefeated!
29	Munah Holland	2-1-0	Only loss, Kish
30	Kyane Hampton	2-4-0	4 losses, Vidonic,

Non Stops Top 30 Womens 145-pound Professional Rankings

2011-10-04T15:43:00.000-07:00

1	Kelly Kobold	17-3-1	3 losses, Carano, Kedzie, LaRosa
2	Shayna Bayzler	13-6-0	6 losses Kaufman, Santos, LaRosa, Buckner 2x, Kobold
3	Hiroko Yamanaka	12-1-1	Undefeated, PB
4	Amanda Nunes	6-2-0	Only loss, Bum
5	Elaina Maxwell	6-4-0	3 losses, Bayzler, Tate, Carrano, PB
6	Rin Nakai	10-0-1	Undefeated!
7	Milana Dudieva	7-1-0	Only loss, Berezikova
8	Yana Kunitskaya	4-1-0	Only loss, Hougaard
9	Cindy Dandois	5-1-0	Only loss, Kunitskaya
10	Ronda Rousey	3-0-0	Undefeated!
11	Ediane Gomes	8-2-0	2 losses, Rousey, Nunes
12	Julia Budd	2-1-0	Only loss, Nunes
13	Shana Olsen	4-2-0	2 losses, Maxwell, Budd
14	Fiona Muxlow	5-1-0	Only loss, Hales
15	Pipi Taylor	5-1-0	Only loss, Kobold
16	Sarah D'Alelio	4-2-0	2 losses, Rousey, Kedzie
17	Germaine de Randamie	2-2-0	2 losses, Budd, Porto
18	Elina Nilsson	2-2-0	2 losses
19	Danielle West	3-2-1	2 losses, Nilsson, Luthje
20	Mizuho Sato	6-5-0	4 losses, Nakai 2x, Yabushita, Morifuji
21	Maria Hougaard	3-4-0	4 losses, West 2x,
22	Natalie Evans	1-0-0	Undefeated!
23	Mollie Estes	1-0-0	Undefeated!
24	Latoya Walker	1-0-0	Undefeated!
25	Adrienne Seiber	1-1-0	Only loss, (Sanchez)
26	Lacie Jackson	1-1-0	Only loss, Estes
27	Stephanie Weber	1-2-0	Only loss, DeRandemine, Pena
28	Jennifer Gonsalez	0-1-0	Only loss, Evans
29	Maria Messer	0-1-0	Only loss, Jackson
30	Kamila Balanda	0-1-0	Only loss, Kunitskaya

Non Stops Top 30 135-pound Womens Amateur Rankings

2011-09-28T17:42:00.000-07:00

1	Pearl Gonzalez	8-1-0	Only loss,
2	Mollie Estes	7-1-0	Only loss, Cunanan
3	Raquel Pennington	7-1-0	Only loss Stratford
4	Tasha Fourtar	6-0-0	Undefeated!
5	Margaret Bloom	6-4-0	4 losses, Reilly, Culpepper, Blalock, Adrich
6	Katie Dihle	5-0-0	Undefeated!
7	Carolyn Biskup	5-4-0	4 losses, Dilhe, Netjes, Jones
8	Rachel Dovido	5-1-0	Only loss, Mcmann
9	Chandra Engel	9-7-0	7 losses, Iggy, Gallegos, Barefoot, Dovido, Yum, Estes, Tapusoa
10	Evva Johnson	5-1-0	Only loss, Hallinan
11	River Jones	4-0-0	Undefeated!
12	Marciea Allen	5-3-0	3 losses, Estes, Blalock, Jones
13	Jenna Fox	4-0-0	Undefeated!
14	Brenden Lee	4-0-0	Undefeated!
15	Marissa Smith	4-0-0	Undefeated !
16	Lisa Dzik	4-3-0	3 looses, Engel, Gallegos,
17	Emily Kagan	4-2-0	2 losses, Cunanan, Weakley
18	Crystal Stevens	5-7-0	7 losses, Engel, Gonzalez, Tapusoa 2x, Lavender 2x, Cummins
19	Ginni Jordan	3-0-0	Undefeated!
20	Racheal Ostovich	3-0-0	Undefeated!
21	Julia Hammelman	3-0-0	Undefeated!
22	Lauren Barefoot	3-0-0	Undefeated!
23	Cailee Hayes	4-1-0	Only loss, Hammelman
24	Robin Woods	4-0-0	Undefeated!
25	Nicole Igalo	3-0-0	Undefeated!
26	Trisha Barr	4-4-0	2 losses, May, Craig
27	Katherine Richter	4-5-0	5 losses, Smith
28	Heather Smith	3-3-0	2 losses, Aldrich, Feldman, Engel
29	Tasha Moore	3-3-0	3 losses, Dihle,
30	Jennifer Rivera	2-0-0	Undefeated!

Non Stops Top 30 145-Pound Womens Amateur Rankings

2011-09-26T14:58:00.000-07:00

1	Taylor Stratford	9-1-0	Only loss, Rousey
2	Courtney Stowe	7-3-0	3 losses, Wilcoxen-Morgan
3	Erika Newsome	5-0-0	Undefeated!
4	Amanda Bell	5-1-0	Only loss, Stratford
5	Ashlee Evans-Smith	4-3-0	3 losses, Newsome, Stratford, Adams
6	Jessamyn Duke	4-1-0	Only loss, Smith
7	Racheal Ostovich	3-0-0	Undefeated!
8	Lauren Barefoot	3-0-0	Undefeated!
9	Autumn Richardson	3-6-0	6 losses, Duke, Taylor, Newsome 2x, Roussey, Kagan
10	Kendra Legh-Ruff	2-0-0	Undefeated!
11	Hope Safner	4-2-0	2 losses, Ruff, Jobe
12	Melissa Schiro	3-1-0	Only loss, Safner
13	Adriana Meza	2-0-0	Undefeated!
14	Kelsey Desantis	2-0-0	Undefeated!
15	Krissa Timbs	2-0-1	Undefeated
16	Jori Waln	2-1-0	Only loss, Barefoot
17	Brenda Rodriguez-Smith	3-2-1	2 losses, Barefoot, Waln
18	Kathyrn Gardiner	2-1-0	Only loss, Hooper
19	Rickie Gomes	2-2-0	2 losses, Fox
20	Nikki Nunez	1-0-0	Undefeated!
21	Shanice Vernon	1-0-0	Undefeated
22	Samantha Mosqueda	3-3-0	3 losses, Nunez, Vernon, Smith
23	Maureen Riordan	1-0-0	Undefeated!
24	Jessica Eastwood	1-0-0	Undefeated!
25	Latoya Rykard	1-0-0	Undefeated!
26	Danielle Abbott	1-0-0	Undefeated!
27	Tanya Weinberger	1-1-0	Only loss,
28	Crystal Bentley	1-3-0	3 losses, Duke, (Jackson)
29	Monica Franco	1-4-0	4 losses, Ostovich, Paaluhi, Berengue, Moniz
30	Lani Fauhiva	2-2-0	2losses, Franco, Paaluhi

Non Stops Top 30 155-pound Womens Amateur Rankings

2011-09-23T08:04:00.000-07:00

1	Tamikka Brents	9-0-1	Undefeated
2	Marshelle Weinberger	8-0-0	Undefeated!
3	Heather Martin	7-3-0	2 losses, Even
4	Lalani Malley-Moncao	5-0-0	Undefeated!
5	Jessica Zomcik	5-3-0	2 losses, Brents 2x, PB
6	Sara Thomas	4-2-0	2 losses, Sieber, Brents
7	Jessica Prather	3-0-0	Undefeated!
8	Edwina White	3-0-0	Undefeated!
9	Sarah Allen	3-0-0	Undefeated!
10	Mia Hayes	3-0-0	Undefeated!
11	Brenda Rodriguez-Smith	3-2-1	2 losses, Barefoot, Wahn
12	Andria Caplan	3-1-0	Only loss, Estes
13	Amanda Wilcoxen-Morgan	6-3-0	3 losses, Caplan, Monaco Even
14	Courtney Stowe	7-3-0	3 losses, Wilcoxen-Morgan
15	Jessica Eve Richer	2-0-0	Undefeated!
16	Nikita Netjes	4-5-0	5 losses, Richer, Monaco
17	Allanna Jones	3-2-0	2 losses, Richer, Messer
18	Katalina Muti Malungahu	2-0-0	Undefeated!
19	Jessica Beckham	2-0-0	Undefeated
20	Christina Bannister	2-1-0	Only loss, Jackson
21	Paige Grader	2-1-0	Only loss, Bell
22	Lani Fauhiva	2-2-0	2 losses, Franco, Paaluchi
23	Sarah Bishop	1-0-0	Undefeated! (175)
24	Bobby Jane Gregory	1-0-0	Undefeated!
25	Amber Emily	1-0-0	Undefeated!
26	Antoinette Short	1-0-0	Undefeated!
27	Romeo Rupp	3-1-0	Only loss, Short
28	Katie Kujava	1-1-0	Undefeated!
29	Alex Sharum	1-1-0	Only loss, Jackson (175)
30	Janel Kraft	1-3-0	2 losses, Prather, Caplan, Zomcik

Ashley Sanchez vs. Ediane Gomes

2011-08-08T17:24:00.000-07:00

On Saturday October, 1 at Blackeye Promotions 5: "Breast Cancer Beatdown" in Fletcher, North Carolina.

Ashley "Loca" Sanchez (4-2-0) will battle #12 ranked 145-pound fighter Ediane "India" Gomes (7-2-0) in a 145-pound MMA match.

Ashley has won two fights in a row since her three year absence from MMA, including wins over Adriane Sieber and Erin Toughil.

Ediane defeated Katrina Alendal by kneebar on June, 17th, before that she lost to Ronda Rousey by armbar in the first round on March, 27th.

Hope Saftner defeats Melissa Schiro

2011-08-07T14:59:00.000-07:00

On Saturday July, 30 at Bruutal- All-American Cage Fighting at Treasure Island Casino in Welch, Minnesota.

#11 ranked 145-pound fighter Hope Saftner (4-3-0) defeated #12 ranked 145-pound fighter Melissa Schiro (3-1-0) by unanimous decision in their 145-pound amateur championship match.

Hope last fought and lost to Kendra Ruff in December.

She trains at The Anytime Fight Club in Clear Lake, Wisconsin where she is coached by Gabe Walbridge.

Monica Earnshaw defeats Kristy Kester: Fight Video

2011-08-05T18:55:00.000-07:00

On Friday July, 29 at Legacy Fighting Championship: "'Amateur Series" at House Of Blues in Houston, Texas.

Monica Earnshaw (2-0-0) defeated Kristy Kester (2-1-0) by split decision in their 125-pound amateur championship match.

Monica remains undefeated and she is now the Legacy 125-pound amateur ladies champion. In her professional debut on May, 14 she defeated Tina Gomez by TKO.

Monica trains at Bushi Ban Headquarters in Pasadena, Texas under Grand Master Zulfi Ahmed.

Kristy suffers the first loss of her career, in her last fight she earned the TKO victory over Jordan Gaza.

To see the fight video click read more below

Patricia Vidonic vs. Avery Vilche

2011-08-05T16:02:00.000-07:00

On Saturday October, 1 at Blackeye Promotions 5: "Breast Cancer Beatdown" in Fletcher, North Carolina.

#12 ranked 115-pound fighter Patricia "Lil P" Vidonic (4-1-0) will go toe to toe with Avery Vilche (2-5-1) in a 125-pound professional MMA match.

Little P has won her last four matches in a row and all four wins have come at four different weight classes. She defeated Karina Taylor at 125, Angelica Brotherton at 115, Kyane Hampton at 135 and now Lacey Schuckman at 110.

Not to mention she also fought on the reality television show Ultimate Women Challenge.

Avery defeated Sarah Maloy in her last match on April, 9th before that victory she had lost four fights in a row.

Ashley Cummins vs. Angelica Brotherton

2011-08-05T15:26:00.000-07:00

On Saturday October, 1 at Blackeye Promotions 5: "Breast Cancer Beatdown" in Fletcher, North Carolina.

Ashley Cummins (0-0-0) will take on Angelica Brotherton (1-2-0) in a 115-pound professional MMA match.

Ashley is coming off of a very impressive amateur career that saw her ranked the #1 fighter at 115-pounds she compiled an (8-0) record and won two 115-pound titles (Tuff-N-Uff and Hook & Shoot)

Angelica is coming off a loss against Glena Avila at Blackeye Promotions 4 on June, 17th of this year. She is on a two fight losing streak.

Meghan Wright vs. Amy Davis

2011-08-05T15:23:00.000-07:00

On Saturday October, 1 at Blackeye Promotions 5: "Breast Cancer Beatdown" in Fletcher, North Carolina.

Meghan Wright (1-2-0) battles #10 ranked 105-pound fighter Amy Davis (1-2-0) in a 105-pound professional MMA match.

Meghan who has not fought in over two years is looking to bounce back from her last fight a loss to Angela Magana.

Amy last fought and lost to Misaki Takimoto on December, 30 she has currently lost two MMA fights in a row she has however won her last two fights in professional Muay Thai.

Erin Toughill vs. Anna Barone

2011-08-05T15:20:00.000-07:00

On Saturday October, 1 at Blackeye Promotions 5: "Breast Cancer Beatdown" in Fletcher, North Carolina.

Erin "Steel" Toughill (10-3-1) will go up against Anna Barone (1-2-0) in a 150-pound professional MMA match.

Erin is coming off of a decision loss to Ashley Sanchez after not fighting in almost two years.

Anna lost her last match to 135-pound fighter Tannaya Hantleman.

Roxanne Modaffri vs. Barb Honchak

2011-08-05T15:11:00.000-07:00

On Saturday October, 1 at Blackeye Promotions 5: "Breast Cancer Beatdown" in Fletcher, North Carolina.

#7 ranked 135-pound fighter Roxanne Modafferi (15-8-0) will take on #11 ranked 125-pound fighter Barb Honchak (4-1-0) in a 125-pound professional MMA match.

Roxanne is currently in the midst of a three fight losing streak (Kaufman, Sexton, Akano) since her victory over #1 ranked 125-pound fighter Tara LaRosa on May, 21 2010.

Barb has won her last three matches in a row (Ansaroff, McAvoy and Herrig) the only loss on her record coming against Cat Zingano in only her second pro fight.

This will be a tough fight and it will come down to who shows better grappling in the cage.

Fukuko Hamada defeats Yuko Takagi II

2011-08-04T18:46:00.000-07:00

On Sunday July, 31 at Pancrase: "Impressive Tour 7" at Azalea Taisho Hall in Osaka, Japan.

#8 ranked 105-pound fighter Fukuko "Happy" Hamada (7-6-0) defeated Yuko Takagi (0-3-0) by TKO at 2:30 of the first round in their 100-pound professional MMA match.

Fukuko last fought on May, 13th when she defeated Mamiko Mizoguchi.

She trains at Cobra Kai MMA Dojo in Japan.

Sarah Alpar defeats Erica Torres

2011-08-04T17:43:00.000-07:00

On Saturday July, 30 at C-3 Fights: "Great Plains Sizzling Slamfest at First Council Casino in Newkirk, Oklahoma.

Sarah "Too Sweet" Alpar (2-0-0) defeated Erica Torres (2-3-0) by unanimous decision in their 125-pound professional MMA match.

Sarah just made her pro debut on July, 1st when she defeated Mariah Reed by submission.

Sarah trains and teaches wrestling to kids at the Martial Arts and Athletic Center in Amarillo, Texas.

Casey Noland defeats Nina Ansaroff

2011-08-04T14:52:00.000-07:00

On Saturday July, 30 at The Cage Inc: "Battle at the Border 10' at Dakota Magic Casino in Hankinson, North Dakota.

Casey "KO" Noland (3-1-0) defeated Nina Ansaroff (1-3-0) by submission (rear-naked choke) at 1:18 of he first round in their 125-pound professional MMA match.

Casey rebounded very nicely in this fight from her April, 16 loss to Michelle Blaylock.

She trains out of San Luis Obispo at The Pit MMA gym.

Sara McMann defeats Tonya Evinger: Fight Video

2011-08-04T11:59:00.000-07:00

On Friday July, 29 at Titan Fighting Championship 19 at Memorial Hall in Kansas City, Kansas.

#21 Sara McMann (3-0-0) defeated #9 Tonya Evinger (9-5-0) by unanimous decision in their 140-pound professional MMA match.

Sara who just recently turned pro on May, 28th defeated Christina Marks and Julie Malenfont in her two other victories.

Sara is a 2004 Olympic Silver Medalist in wrestling, who fights out of Gaffney, South Carolina and trains at Revolution MMA and Limestone wrestling. She is coached by Trent Goodale, Jimmy Fowler and Cody Freeland. Her manager in Monte Cox.

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Alexis Davis defeats Julie Kedzie

2011-08-04T08:03:00.000-07:00

On Saturday July, 30 at Strikeforce: "Fedor vs. Henderson" at Sears Center in Hoffman Estates, Illinois.

#4 ranked 135-pound fighter Alexis Davis (10-4-0) defeated #10 ranked Julie "Fireball" Kedzie by unanimous decision in their 135-pound professional MMA match.

In her last match in October 2010 she defeated Tonya Evinger by submission.

Alexis trains at Dayboll Jiu Jitsu in Ontario, Canada.

Miesha Tate defeats Marloes Coenen: Fight Video

2011-08-03T18:28:00.000-07:00

On Saturday July, 30 at Strikeforce: "Fedor vs. Henderson at Sears Center in Hoffman Estates, Illinois.

#1 ranked 135-pound fighter Miesha "Takedown" Tate (12-2-0) defeated #2 ranked 135-pound fighter Marloes "Rumina" Coenen (19-5-0) by submission (arm triangle) in the fourth round of their 135-pound Championship match.

Miesha will now prepare for a rematch with former 135-pound champion Sarah Kaufman who defeated her by unanimous decision in their May, 15 fight that was contested with three minute rounds.

In her last appearance for Strikeforce almost a year ago on August, 13 2010 she won the Strikeforce 135-pound tournament to earn her title shot by defeating Maiju Kujala and Hitomi Akano in the same night.

Miesha trains at Ultimate Fitness Gym in Sacramento, California. She was cornered by Brian Caraway

and Travis Calanoc.

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Brandi Cuno defeats Billie Whittaker

2011-08-02T13:40:00.000-07:00

On Saturday July, 23 at The Center: "Battle at the Oasis 5" in Lees Summit, Missouri.

Brandi Cuno (2-8-0) defeated Billie Whittaker (0-1-0) by TKO (ref stoppage due to strikes) at :32 seconds of the first round of their 125-pound amateur MMA match.

Brandi trains with Team Rock MMA in Mexico, Missouri where she is coached and managed by Melissa Jones.

Kristy Davis defeats Rhianon Coleman

2011-08-02T02:05:00.000-07:00

On Saturday July, 23 at Shock N Awe: 8 at Pyramid Centre in Portsmouth, Hampshire, England.

Kristy Davis (1-0-0) defeated Rhianon Coleman (0-1-0) by split decision in their 145-pound amateur MMA match.

Kristy trains out of Phoenix MMA in Bournemouth, England. She is coached by Jimmy Johnstone.

Heather Bassett defeats Moriel Charneski

2011-08-01T08:24:00.000-07:00

On Saturday July, 23 at King of the Cage: "Compression Test" at Lake of the Torches Casino in Lac Du Flambeau, Wisconsin.

Heather Bassett (1-0-0) defeated Moriel Charneski (4-1-0) by unanimous decision in their 135-pound amateur MMA match.

She trains at Unified Martial Arts in Fond Du Lac, Wisconsin where she is coached by Mike Biddle.

Kathryn Davis defeats Maria Andaverde

2011-07-31T21:02:00.000-07:00

On Saturday July, 23 at Ultimate Reno Combat 26 in Reno, Nevada.

#14 ranked 115-pound fighter Kathryn Davis (3-1-1) defeated #15 ranked 115-pound fighter Maria Adaverde (4-3-0) by TKO (ref stoppage due to a cut) at 2:37 of the second round in their 115-pound amateur MMA match.

Kathryn is coming off of a draw against Kayana Rain, in a fight that she would have won if not for having a point taken away for an illegal head butt.

Kathryn trains with Taylor Stratford at Reno Academy of Combat in Reno, Nevada.

Lalani Mallley Mancao defeats DeDe Justice

2011-07-31T14:11:00.000-07:00

On Saturday July, 23 at North American Allied Fight Series: "War on the Shore 5" at The Cove Outdoor Pavilion in Geneva, Ohio.

#5 ranked 145+-pound fighter Lalani Malley-Mancao (5-0-0) defeated DeDe Justice (1-1-0) by submission (rear-naked choke) at 1:45 of the first round in their 165-pound amateur MMA match.

Lalani defeated Amanda Wilcoxen-Morgan by TKO in her last fight on February, 12th.

Lalani lives in Winston-Salem, North Carolina and trains with Team One at American Martial Art Academy where she is coached by Kevin Pyles and Fred. She is managed by Jeff Bankston.

Miesha Tate: Post Fight Video Interview

2011-07-30T23:42:00.000-07:00

Yukiko Seki defeats Kimie Okada

2011-07-30T17:53:00.000-07:00

On Saturday July, 23 at Pancrase: "Impressive Tour 6 at Shinjuku Face in Tokyo, Japan.

Yukiko Seki (9-20-0) defeated Kimie Okada (0-5-1) by unanimous decision in

their 105-pound professional MMA match.

In her last match on May, 14 she defeated Yuka Okumura, she has now won two fights in a row.

Yukiko trains with Fight Chix in Japan

Tomomi Sunaba defeats Sadae Suzumura

2011-07-30T17:47:00.000-07:00

On Saturday July, 23 at Pancrase: "Impressive Tour 6 at Shinjuku Face in Tokyo, Japan.

"Windy" Tomomi Sunaba (17-13-1) defeated Sadae "Manhoef" Suzumura (1-1-1) by unanimous decision in their 115-pound professional MMA match.

In her last match on April, 3 of this year she was defeated by Mei Yamaguchi.

Her last win came against Akiko Naito on December, 5 of last year.

Windy trains with Pancraseism in Japan.

Carina Damm defeats Sheila Amazon

2011-07-30T17:04:00.000-07:00

On Thursday July, 21at Iron Man Championship Fight 10 at Diwali Beach Club in Salinopolis, Para, Brazil.

#5 ranked 125-pound fighter Carina Damm (17-6-0) defeated Sheila Amazon (1-1-0) by submission (armbar) in the first round of their 125-pound professional MMA match.

This the second fight in a row that Carina has faced less than stellar competition. Her last opponent Antonia Deize was making her pro debut against Carina. Although Carina had lost three fights in a row before this two fight winning streak she is now on, at least she could take pride in the fact that she had lost to three top five ranked fighters. (Tara LaRosa, Cat Zingano and at 135-pounds Hitomi Akano.)
I understand that coming off of a three fight losing streak you want to get your confidence back but this is not the correct way to accomplish that.

Carina trains at Finney's MMA in St. Louis, Missouri.

Sally Krumdiack defeats Sarah Maloy

2011-07-30T16:38:00.000-07:00

On Friday July, 23 at Freestyle Cage Fighting 48 at FireLake Grand Casino in Shawnee, Oklahoma.

#10 ranked 125-pound fighter Sally Krumdiack (9-4-0) defeated Sarah Maloy (2-2-0) by submission (armbar) at 2:51 of the second round in their 120-pound professional MMA Championship match.

This fight was a title defense for Sally of the FCF 125-pound title that she won in October of 2009.

Sally last fight was against Rosi Sexton in November of last year. Rosi won that fight by TKO.

She trains at Charlie's Combat Club in Everett, Washington.

Elaina Maxwell defeats Angela Samaro: Fight Video

2011-07-30T12:20:00.000-07:00

On Saturday July, 23 at King of the Cage: "Shockwave" at Gold County Casino in Oroville, California.

#7 ranked 145-pound fighter Elaina "Beef" Maxwell (6-4-0) defeated #22 ranked 125-pound fighter Angela Samaro (3-2-0) by TKO (elbows) at 1:00 of the third round in their 140-pound professional MMA match.

In her last match on April, 29 Elaina defeated Shana Olsen by unanimous decision.

She trains at Combat Sports Academy in Dubin, California where she is coached by Kirian Fitzgibbons.

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Sarah Kaufman defeats Liz Carmouche: Fight Video

2011-07-30T06:49:00.000-07:00

On Friday July, 22 at Strikeforce: Challengers 17 at Palms Casino & Resort in Las Vegas, Nevada.

#2 ranked 135-pound fighter Sarah Kaufman (14-1-0) defeated #5 ranked 135-pound fighter Liz "Girl-Rilla" Carmouche (6-2-0) by unanimous decision in their 135-pound professional MMA match.

Sarah has now won two fights in a row since losing her Strikeforce 135-pound title to Marloes Coenen on October, 9th 2010.

After her victory Sarah was quick to challenge the winner of the Marloes Coenen vs. Miesha Tate title fight that will be taking place on July, 30th in Illinois at Strikeforce: "Fedor vs. Henderson." She did also state that she would like Marloes to win so that she could avenge the only loss on her record.

Sarah trains at Zugec Ultimate Martial Arts in Victoria, British Columbia, Canada, where she is coached by Adam Zugec.

To see the fight video click read more below.

Scott Coker discusses the status of Gina Carano and Chris Cyborg

2011-07-29T10:16:00.001-07:00