Krush Promotions is a new promotion in New Jersey, and they are putting on a big amateur MMA show this June 1st at Jackson Liberty High School in Jackson.  I am honored to be the ring announcer for this event, and from the looks of things, this show is going to be amazing.  Promoter David Franciosi is looking to make a splash in the MMA world, and he's putting together more than just a fight card--this is going to be an event.

Stay tuned to this site for more details as we move close to the date.  Also, check out the Krush Promotion website for ticket information.  See you in Jackson!

Lou Neglia's Ring of Combat XL is in the books, and both the HW and LHW title pictures just got much clearer. At heavyweight, Marvin Eastman, an MMA veteran who has fought just many big names, looked great in his unanimous decision victory over Dmitry Zablotny.  Eastman showed great takedown defense, good wrestling, and excellent hands in the fight, and he was able to dictate where the match went.  Eastman will now likely fight for the HW strap vacated by Tom DeBlass.

In the Light Heavyweight division, Carlos Brooks put everyone on notice with a stunning 51 second KO over tough Danny Babcock.  The ROC LHW crown was also owned by DeBlass, who moved up to the UFC.  Brooks will be fighting for this title in the near future.

The rest of the card delivered the goods as well.  You can catch the replays on GoFightLive.  Here are the official results.

Another great Ring on Combat card has been put together by Lou Neglia, and it takes place tonight at the Tropicana Casino Hotel in Atlantic City, New Jersey.  The ROC is a staple of MMA, and it's one of the longest running promotions outside of the UFC.  Over 70 ROC fighters have gone on to the UFC, including the latest, Tom DeBlass, who made his UFC debut earlier this month.  To do so, Tom gave up the ROC LHW and HW titles, which are now up for grabs.

As a result, tonight's card has some title implications.  Marvin Eastman, a very well known name in MMA, and a man who has fought a veritable who's who in the sport, will take on Dmitry Zablotny in a HW title elimination fight.  In another title elimination bout, this one in the Light Heavy division, Carlos Brooks takes on Danny Babcock.  Both fights are evidence of great matchmaking, but it doesn't stop there.

There are many very interesting and exciting bouts on the card.  I'm getting ready to head down to AC right now in fact, to commentate the fights on the GoFightLive broadcast. If you can't make the show itself, watching on GFL is the next big thing, so definitely check that out.

Here are the official bouts and weights from last night's weigh ins.  See you at the Trop!

It's a busy week for Lou Neglia and his Ring of Combat.  They just held their ROC AM XIII show last Saturday, and tomorrow ROC XL takes place at the Tropicana down in Atlantic City.  For the Roman Numerically-impaired, XL is 40.  So this is a big deal, and the card is stacked as usual, with LHW and HW title implications.

I'll have more on the ROC XL tomorrow.  For now, check out these official results from last Saturday's card.  Crazy Eddie Lenoci, out of the Serra Longo camp on Long Island, looked great as he captured the ROC AM 175 pound crown. Overall, it was a great night of fights, and a great appetizer before tomorrow's feast.

Here are the official results:

Are you ready for war?  You better be!  Because on May 12th at the Starland Ballroom in Sayreville, NJ, Helster MMA is back with another big show.  The card is just about complete, and it's stacked as usual.  And I am very happy to say that I have been selected as the ring announcer, so this is one fight card you do not want to miss--yes, I am saying it's even better with me MCing it.

Check out the Helster MMA website for more details and ticket info.  And get your tickets ASAP, as the show is already nearly sold out.  See you in Sayreville!

Atlantic City, NJ – When Greg Soto defends his CFFC welterweight title this Saturday, April 14^th, 2012 at the Borgata Hotel Casino and Spa, he will go in with the utmost confidence.   The son of a decorated war veteran, Soto disposed of former CFFC champion, Chip Pollard in December of 2011 via a triangle choke in the second round.  Soto will defend his title for the first time and had a chance to reflect on how he got to this point in his career.

“I started wrestling and doing judo at seven years old,” said Soto.  “Then I began training with Kurt Pellegrino at age 15, but I didn't get serious about BJJ until 18.  Around that time, I started training MMA and fighting.   I hold a brown belt in BJJ, and 15 years of wrestling.  I've trained in Thailand and plan on going back to further my knowledge of Muay Thai.”

Although Soto is a UFC veteran, he feels his toughest fight happened before he got to the big stage.  “Fighting Ray Steinbeiss in North Dakota was really difficult,” recalled Soto.  “We fought on an Indian reservation in the middle of nowhere.  The travel was hard on my body and the weight cut was really difficult because of the facilities.  I had a terrible training camp, but I came out on top and getting the “W” is all that matters.”

Right now, Soto has a target on his back as he holds the CFFC welterweight title.  “It means that I'm the most elite fighter at my weight on the east coast, I welcome all challengers,” said Soto.  “CFFC is an outstanding organization and I'm proud to be their champion.”

The one person standing in front of him is his former teammate, George Sullivan.  When talking about his opponent on Saturday night, he didn’t go into their past relationship.  “He's a big strong guy and a kickboxer,” said Soto of Sullivan.  “But it’s nothing I haven't dealt with before.  I’ll take the center of the ring, dictate where the fight goes, the pace, and finish by any means at my disposal.”

If all goes as he plans, Soto retains his title and will see if he can take the next step in his career. 
“I’ll get back to my rightful spot in the UFC fighting at the international level,” said Soto.  “I've been there before, I've proven I belong by winning and I will return.”

After several sold out action packed MMA shows Extreme Fighting Championship is back Saturday May 19, 2012 with EFC IV “Showdown”. Featuring some of the best New Jersey and New York amateur MMA fighters “Showdown” is sure to be a hit with fight fans of all ages.

The May 19^th event to be held at Nutley High School in Northern New Jersey will feature a fight card of nothing less than spectacular. Hani Darwish has selected seasoned MMA fighters from various fight camps including Extreme Fight Club, AMA Fight Club, Kurt Pellegrino MMA, Jungle Gym, Carmine Zocchi MMA, Lion Heart MMA, Guererro BJJ and Renzo Gracie NY.

This showcase of rising talent will make for a night of exciting fights. With yet another anticipated sold out event, fans are urged to obtain tickets in advance to May 19^th.

Tickets are available for sale via all fighters on the fight card, at Extreme Fight Club on 10 Squirrelwood Road in Woodland Park, NJ, or by visiting the website at www.EFCMMA.com Vendor and sponsor packages are also available for EFC IV “Showdown” with various options and can be custom built for any company by contacting EFC @ This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or calling (973) 653-5449.

I will be hosting this show once again from inside the cage and I'm pumped!  Be there!!