www.teamoyama.com

Ron Scolesdang and Carla Ezparza Return to the Ring 3/3/12

2012-02-03T15:10:00.001-08:00

Come watch them fight at the Riverside Convention Center!

Team Oyama Fights at the IFS on 3/4/12

2012-02-03T14:58:00.000-08:00

Featuring our very own Daniel Mcdonald and Marie Kim. See see the front desk for ticket information.

Lotus Club takes 3rd at NABJJF All Americas 2012

2012-02-01T19:57:00.000-08:00

Gear shop revamped.

2012-02-01T19:48:00.000-08:00

Our new revamped full gear shop now featuring a $5 shirt rack with brands like Tapout, Warrior Wear, Sprawl, etc...also stay tuned for discounted items of the week!

Uncle Creepy and The Arm Collector fighting for belts in August!

2011-06-01T14:46:00.000-07:00

Ian "Uncle Creepy" McCall and Giva "The Arm Collector" Santana will both be fighting for championship belts on August 5th at Tachi Palace Casino.

IBJJF World Championship this weekend!

2011-06-01T14:41:00.000-07:00

Come out and support your Lotus Club competitors this Thursday through Sunday!

Adanza KOs to another belt!

2011-06-01T14:34:00.000-07:00

Romie Adanza captures the IKKC Bantamweight title via Knockout at 3rd round via knee to the head! The fight, held this past Saturday at the Pala sports center, featured Adanza and Thailand native Thanit Watthanaya.

Adanza at it again!

2011-05-22T22:26:00.000-07:00

This Saturday, May 28, Romie Adanza will be squaring off against Faabrataan Por. Peechaaa out of Thailand. The WCK World Championship Muay Thai fights will be held at the Pala Fitness Center (about a mile past Pala Casino).

Tickets are available at Team Oyama, you won't want to miss this fight!

McCall with another WIN!

2011-05-06T23:16:00.000-07:00

Team Oyama's Ian McCall is proving himself to be unstoppable...

First, the impressive upset over previously number one Jussier da Silva; and now stripping Dustin Ortiz of his "undefeated" status tonight.

McCall dominated over Ortiz both in striking and takedowns as he takes the fight with a sweeping unanimous decision of 30-26!!

Next stop for McCall is the Tachi Palace TITLE SHOT!!

Return of Adanza and McCall!

2011-04-25T13:31:00.000-07:00

Romie Adanza set to make his 2011 debut against Thanit "BOOM" Watthanaya 44-11 of Thailand for WCK at Pala Casino!

Ian McCall is set to headline Tachi Palace Fights 9, squaring off against the undefeated Dustin Ortiz on May 9th!

Success in Pomona and Pankration!

2011-04-25T13:21:00.000-07:00

Laith "The King" Salih takes the big W at this year's California Pankration Tournament this past Saturday!

Anthony Frank, Brent Cooper, and Ron Scolesdang all made their pro-debut this Saturday in Pomona at Respect In The Cage. Both Cooper and Frank came out victorious over their oopponents, but Scolesdang's fight was stopped early due to questionable doctor stoppage. The premature stoppage will be appealed

DON'T FORGET...

2011-04-17T11:10:00.000-07:00

This Wednesday, April 20th, Olympic medalist Rulon Gardner is holding a Greco Roman Clinic at Team Oyama. The clinic is $20 to attend and is from 5:30-8:30.

This Saturday Ron Scolesdang, Brent Cooper, and Anthony Frank are fighting at Fox Theater in Pomona for Respect in the Cage.

It's going to be a big week!

Esparza wins in 53 seconds!

2011-04-17T11:02:00.000-07:00

This past Friday, Carla Esparza entered the cage for the first time in 2001 in Clovis New Mexico. Esparza was victorious over hometown favorite Ya Ya Anzaldua after finishing her with a rear naked choke 53 seconds into the first round. Esparza is expected to compete in Bellator this summer.

More BJJ classes effective IMMEDIATELY!

2011-04-13T05:34:00.000-07:00

As we all know, Fabio "Negao" Nascimento (Lotus Club Black Belt) made his big return to America and Team Oyama last week. To make things even better is that he will now be teaching Gi BJJ classes at noon on Tuesdays and Thursdays!

So all you lunch break warriors that like to get your work out on your lunch hour, come on in!

Fight between Esparza and Jessica Aguilar in the works

2011-04-04T22:52:00.000-07:00

Verbal agreementshave been made between both Esparza's and Aguilar's camps for a bout to be scheduled for late June of this year.

The match up will most likely be held at the Bellator 46 card in Hollywood, Florida.

Go get'em Carla!

Happy Thai New Year!!

2011-04-04T22:41:00.000-07:00

Congratulations to our four fighters who competed at this year's Songkram festival in Thai Town, LA!! Big up to Michelle "Dancing Bear" Nagy brought home the W! Good efforts to Jojo, Tea Bagger, and Daniel.

IBJJF Pan Americans Tournament

2011-03-28T17:29:00.000-07:00

A BIG congratulations to everyone who participate and represented Team Oyama and Lotus Club!!

A special shout out to Russell Pary who won his division and was promoted to Blue Belt on the podium and to Juan Avilar for taking third in his division. Good job boys!!!

More upcoming events...

2011-03-20T16:03:00.000-07:00

-Carla Esparza set to make her return into the cage at Evolution Fights in Clovis, New Mexico on April 15th. She'll be facing hometown favorite Ya Ya Anzaldua.

-Romie Adanza will be squaring off against his first "Thai" opponent May 28th at Pala Casino. From there, it's off to the Phillipines for a WBC match up.

-Giva Santana's fight for Shark Fights, originally set for April, has been pushed back to May in New Mexico.

4 debuts and a knockout!

2011-03-20T15:55:00.000-07:00

Congratulations to Ben Pacheco, Tien "Tea Bagger" Nguyen, Bryan "Baby Justin" Koh, and Jeremij Buckman on their Muay Thai debuts!! And a big shout out to Bryan for KOing his opponent via body kicks!

Congrats guys, keep on training!!

Up next...PAN AMERICAN BJJ TOURNAMENT next weekend at the UCI Bren Center!! Come out and support!

Another great weekend for Team Oyama!

2011-03-13T10:46:00.000-07:00

Saturday March 12 - Jared Lara brings home a victory in Respect In The Cage via FIRST ROUND KNOCK OUT!! This brings us to a 7-0 record for 2011!

Saturday March 12 - Lotus Club brings home second place overall at Copa Pacifica BJJ tournament this weekend. Erica Plummer and Shantel Hose both take the GOLD in their weight class at Copa Pacifica BJJ Tournament! Congrats to them and all who participated.

Saturday March 12 - Bao Quach wins the bronze medal at ADCC Trials in San Diego.

Let's keep this streak going!!

And did we mention we have BJJ gi classes EVERYDAY?!

BJJ everyday!!

2011-03-09T17:10:00.000-08:00

Adding to the gi classes on Mondays and Wednesdays, we have just added gi classes to Tuesdays and Thursdays from 8:30 - 10:00pm.

The Gi class schedule is now as follows: Monday/Wednesday: 7:00 - 8:30pm
Tuesday/Thursday: 8:30 - 10:00pm
Friday (open mat): 5:00 - 7:00pm
Saturday (open mat): 2:00 - 4:00pm

Lotus Club BJJ updates...

2011-03-09T14:11:00.000-08:00

Lotus Club Jiu Jitsu prodigy, Fabio "Negao" Nascimento is set to make his return to Team Oyama March 18th!

Upon his return, that will total 6 black belts training and teaching at Lotus Club.

They are as follows:
Giva Santana
Laercio Fernandes
Fabio Nascimento
Evan Cathy
Mo Khayat
Bao Quach

ALSO...March 23 - BJJ referee clinic held by IBJJF at Team Oyama from 9:30 - noon and 1:30 - 5:00.

LAST THING...we have expanded the number of gi classes offered at Lotus Club. We have added a Tuesday/Thursday class from 8:30-10:00pm.

Check the front desk for current schedules and see you on the mat!

MARCH MADNESS!

2011-03-07T07:30:00.000-08:00

This past weekend Team Oyama went 2-0 on the Muay Thai scene at the MTAA National Muay Thai Championship at Commerce Casino. Oscar Sanchez pulled a "W" over Kha Tran via unanimous decision and Ron Scolesdang, who was a last minute replacement on the card, did the same against his opponent, Beto Rodriguez.

...And still to come:

MMA:

Jared Lara will be fighting against Gabe Lopez this coming weekend in Respect In The Cage.

BJJ:

Copa Pacifica BBJ tournament will be held in Westminster on t weekend of March 12-13th. For information, please visit www.cleberjiujitsu.com.

IBJJF Pan American Tournament is going in from Thursday, March 24 to Sunday, March 27. For more information go to www.ibjjf.org.

Del Rosario remains undefeated

2011-02-27T22:34:00.000-08:00

Two weeks ago, Shane del Rosario entered the ring, along with Lavar Johnson, to exit the ring with another "W". Del Rosario, bringing the submission upset with an armbar, ended the fight with seconds to go in the first round.

Del Rosario and Johnson fought for the coveted spot of the alternate for the tournament. Shane relinquished his alternate position to Fedor Emilianenko, as he lost his bout by TKO.

2011 Streak Continues!

2011-02-27T22:08:00.000-08:00

Ian "Mr. Creepy" McCall is now the top 125lb-er in the world!! McCall, bringing the upset against Jussier "Formiga" Da Silva, stole the title last weekend at Tachi Casino. Ian is now in contention for a title shot.

Aaron "Slam" Wetherspoon makes his return back into the cage with a vengeance!!! Squaring off against Reale, Slam swept the fight with a unanimous decision this past weekend in Riverside, CA.

Lotus Club represents at NABJJF this weekend!

2011-02-06T21:26:00.000-08:00

Lotus Club kids and adults showed what they were made of this weekend in Carson at the NABJJF All Americas tournament.

KIDS...Issa - 1st
Caitlyn - 3rd
Savannah - 2nd
Devon - 3rd

ADULTS...Juan - 1st
Christian - 1st
Kate - 3rd
Erica - 1st

Nice job everyone!!!

Weekend Recap

2011-01-30T23:13:00.000-08:00

Bao Quach took second place in his division when he competed in the Abu Dhabi trials in Las Vegas this passed weekend. Congrats Bao!!

And another big congrats to the three amateur Muay Thai fighters (Mike McKinney, Anthony Frank, and Andy Chiu), all who won their fights Saturday night.

Nice Job boys!

Upcoming Events

2011-01-27T09:02:00.000-08:00

The guys of Team Oyama get 2011 started with a bang -

Always exciting to watch, Ian McCall will be going toe to toe with #1 ranked Jussier "Formiga" Da Silva on Febuary 18th at Tachi Palace Casino.

Heavy hitter Brent Cooper makes his way back into the ring Saturday Febuary 26th against Total MMA's Hector Carillo. The fight will be held at the Riverside Convention Center.

After a brief hiatus, Oscar Sanchez is set to return to the Muay Thai ring March 5th at Commerce Casino in the City of Commerce.

Ron Scolesdang will be making his pro debut March 12 for Respect in the Cage.

Come support our boys as they throw down!

Del Rosario to take part in STRIKEFORCE Tournament

2011-01-25T00:01:00.000-08:00

Team Oyama's Shane Del Rosario will be fighting in an eight-man heavyweight tournament put ony Strikeforce on February 12th. Del Rosario will be squaring off against Lavar "Big" Johnson.

The fight will be broadcasted live on SHOWTIME and is headlined by Fedor Emilianenko who is fighting Antonia "Big Foot" Silva.

More information on the tournament line up and details can be found on the link below:

http://strikeforce.com/events/2011/02/strikeforce-and-m-1-global-present-fedor-vs-silva/

BIG Weekend coming up!

2011-01-24T23:48:00.001-08:00

Hi everyone, Team Oyama's participating in some big things this weekend - both in the ring and on the mat.

Many of our grapplers/Brazilian Jiu Jitsu guys (and girl) are heading up to Vegas to roll in the Abu Dhabi qualifyer tournament. If they win, they recieve a trip to Abu Dhabi, Saudi Arabia and a spot in the prestigious Abu Dhabi Combat Club tournament in May.

On the local front, several of our amatuer MMA and Muay Thai fighters will be throwing down in smoker fights in LA this Saturday, January 29th. Come show some support and catch some serious Muay Thai action.

Further information at the gym.

Carla gets the W in North Dakota!

2010-12-13T14:20:00.000-08:00

Taking a fight on short notice, yet again, Carla Esparza pull off another victory against up and comer Nina Ansaroff. The fight went the distance and was also named FIGHT OF THE NIGHT.

Nice job Carla!!!

BIG WEEKEND FOR TEAM OYAMA!

2010-09-30T14:04:00.000-07:00

Coming full force in both the Muay Thai and Brazilian Jiu Jitsu worlds was none other than Team Oyama/Lotus Club.

BJJ Nationals - Almost all competitors placed, with honorable mentions of Erica Plummer and Laercio "Lalau" Fernandes who are now National Chapmions in they're divisions. Nice job everyone!

MTAA Muay Thai - Oscar Sanchez brings home the featherweight title and Rob "Big Rob" Wendinger wins by unanimous decision!!

Quach for the "W"!!

2010-09-17T23:27:00.000-07:00

Team Oyama's Bao Quach squared off tonight against Jeff Willingham at the UCI Bren Center. Quach took home the victory via TKO over his opponent. Congratulations Bao!!!

TEAM OYAMA goes 4-0 at IFS!

2010-08-30T14:32:00.000-07:00

Very good weekend for Team Oyama at the IFS Tournament.

Marie Choi Kim, Elliot Wright, Miguel Galindo all won their Muay Thai fights by unanimous decision.

Ron Scolesdang KO's his opponent in 10 seconds!!!

Congratulations guys, way to represent!!

ESPARZA TAKES ON FUJII!

2010-08-13T00:29:00.000-07:00

Team Oyama's very own Carla Esparza takes a last minute fight with Megumi "Mega Megu" Fujii. Fujii (20-0-0) is widely regarded as the best pound for pound female fighter in the world with 16 of her victories coming by way of submission and many in the first round. Esparza, taking this fight on 4 days notice, took Fujii into the second round but ultimately lost the fight by way of arm bar.

This fight will surely catapolt Esparza into the high rankings of women's MMA

Nice job Carla!

Esparza still undefeated!

2010-08-01T23:28:00.000-07:00

Carla Esparza improves to 3-0 with a RNC on Lacey Schuckman 2 minutes into the second round.

Del Rosario brings home the "W"!!

2010-08-01T23:25:00.000-07:00

Shane Del Rosario improves to 10-0 with a first round stoppage of Lolohea Mahe. Congratulations Shane!!!

BUSY MONTHS AHEAD!!

2010-07-06T18:28:00.000-07:00

Stay tuned for lots of action the two months!!

JULY 16 - Carla Esparza looks to maintain her perfect record as she faces Lacey Schuckman in Clash of the Titans held in Colorado.

JULY 18 - Martin Bautista returns to the cage in Long Beach Fight Night as he squares off against Chris Culley.

JULY 23 - Shane Del Rosario enters the Strikeforce cage again, going against the massive Lolohea Mahe in Everett, Washington.

JULY 31 - Big night of Muay Thai action as Edgar Islas continues to the 2nd round of the IFS 16-man tournament! Also on the undercard are Team Oyama's lady fighters, Marie "The Angry Korean" Kim and Michelle "The Dancing Bear" Nagy.

AUGUST 6 - Ian Mcall to face Tysan Nam in Galaxy MMA in Hawaii. Also on the card is Jared Lara.

AUGUST 14 - Robert Wendinger and Oscar Sanchez will step into the Valencia Speedway ring in the WMC Muay Thai fights.

New strength and conditioning class at TOMMA!

2010-06-28T11:35:00.001-07:00

Get in serious summer shape with Team Oyama's Strength and Conditioning class with the reputable Tyrone Bennett. Classes are being held Tuesdays and Thursdays at 6:30am and 5:30pm. The cost is $10 for members and a separate fee for non-members.

Tinguinha Tournament

2010-06-28T11:17:00.000-07:00

CONGRATLUATIONS to all the competitors who participates in the 5th Annual Tinguinha BJJ Tournament!! Several Lotus Club students placed and all did a great job!

Wendinger goes 3-0!

2010-06-02T09:25:00.000-07:00

Congratulations to Rob "Big Country" Wendinger on his victory this past weekend at Hollywood Park Casino. This was Wendinger's third pro/am fight.

Congrats Marie!

2010-05-28T20:44:00.000-07:00

Marie Choi Kim made her fighting debut tonight in Las Vegas in the Muay Thai Tuff Girls against Deborah Larden. The fight was a battle and went the distance, but Marie came out on top!!

Also, Rob Wendinger is fighting tomorrow night at Hollywood Park Casino...come show some support!!

Rough Weekend do Team Oyama

2010-05-17T01:07:00.000-07:00

Jared Lara and Tony Lopez both endured defeat this weekend as they exited the cage at this weekend's King of the Cage events (one in San Manuel Casino and one in Mescalero, NM). Both fighters put up a tough fight and plan on coming back with a vengeance!

UPCOMING EVENT!!

2010-05-08T09:37:00.000-07:00

Giva Santana and Brent Cooper are set to fight in the College Cage Series July 31st. Event will be held at the Long Beach Pyramid and tickets will be available at Team Oyama at a later date.

UPCOMING EVENT!!

2010-05-08T09:28:00.000-07:00

Shane del Rosario is set to take on 300-lb. Lolohea Mahe at Strikeforce: Los Angeles. The event will be held at the Staples Center on June 16th. TICKETS AVAILABLE AT TEAM OYAMA!!

Scolesdang Advances in Tournament!

2010-05-07T19:29:00.000-07:00

Ron Scolesdang defeated the top seeded fighter in IFS's 16 Man MMA Tournament April 22nd and will advance to the next round.

Another W for Esparza!

2010-04-21T09:08:00.000-07:00

Carla Esparza by 2nd round rear naked choke over Karina "The Grasshopper" Hallinan! 2-0!

Quach loses via KO

2010-04-08T17:49:00.000-07:00

Tough fight for Team Oyama's Bao Quach as he stepped into the cage at this weekend's "Bellator" tournament. Quach, displaying his well known aggressiveness, was caught with a big knee by Karakhanyan and the fight was immediately stopped.

Songkram Festival!

2010-04-08T17:43:00.000-07:00

Team Oyama's amateur fighters celebrated Thai New Years with some serious knees and knockouts! Two victories, one draw, and a loss...not too bad guys! Nice job representing Team Oyama!

Adanza Prevails!

2010-04-08T17:38:00.000-07:00

Romie Adanza is the NEW TBA Bantamweight champion! Split Decision. Great fight!

UPCOMING EVENT!!

2010-03-28T23:52:00.000-07:00

Come celebrate Songkram Festival (Thai New Years) this Sunday in Thai Town Hollywood.

Rob Wendinger, Steve "Booyah" Ciaccio, Marie"The Angry Korean" Choi, Mike "Nugget" McKinney and Elliot Wright will all be fighting.

Fights are free and start at 11.

UPCOMING EVENT!!

2010-03-28T23:46:00.001-07:00

The International Muay Thai Federation presents "Muay Thai in America"

Come watch Team Oyama's very own Romie Adanza as he squares off against the UK's Andy Howson this coming Saturday, April 3rd.

Fights will be taking place at The Barker Hangar
3021 Airport Avenue
Santa Monica, CA 90405

Tony "Kryptonite" Lopez

2010-03-21T14:08:00.000-07:00

Tony "Kryptonite" Lopez will be making his second title defense of the year against ATT's Tony Johnson this Friday at the Silver Legacy Reno.

Fights will air live on HD Net!

Edgar Islas KO!! by headkick

2010-03-20T20:05:00.001-07:00

During a 16 man Muay Thai Tournament, Edgar Islas proves to have what it takes.

Edgar wins by KO headkick and moves to the next round of eliminations.

Giva by TKO

2010-03-20T02:23:00.001-07:00

Giva by 3rd round TKO! Great fight! Props to Lodune Sincaide. Tough as hell!

Thanks to all who came out in support of Giva.

Up next for Team Oyama - Collison in the Cage

2010-03-18T22:52:00.000-07:00

Giva "The Arm Collector" Santana makes his return to the ring, this Friday at the Collision in the Cage at UCI Bren Center in Irvine, CA

4th KO for Justin Nguyen!

2010-03-16T13:56:00.000-07:00

Team Oyama's Justin Nguyen knocks out Antonio De La Cruz (Fairtex Gym) in the beginning of the first round. Held at the El Monte Sports Arena, this victory makes Nguyen's record 4-0, all by way of knock out.

Justin Nguyen current IAMTF Super Feather Weight Champion

2010-03-07T22:41:00.000-08:00

The current IAMTF Super Feather Weight Justin Nguyen, will be fighting March 14 at El Monte Expo Arena against Antonio Dela Cruz.

Come out and support, you can get your tickets at Team Oyama MMA

Congrat's to Rob and Oscar

2010-03-06T14:01:00.000-08:00

Oscar and Rob take WMC (Muay Thai) by storm. Both fighters started their Pro Am debut with win's.

Busy week for Team Oyama

2010-02-28T20:33:00.000-08:00

Brian Abrams fights this Thursday at the Shrine.

Oscar Sanchez and fellow team mate Rob Wendinger fighting on the WMC Muay Thai card at Quiet Canyon this Friday!

Come check it out, you can buy your tickets at Team Oyama MMA

Lotus Club Kids Team takes Pan Ams 2010

2010-02-27T19:03:00.000-08:00

Congratulations to all Lotus Club Kids who competed in this years Pan Kids Brazilian Jiu Jitsu 2010

Lotus Club Arizona places 2nd overall in this years competition with all 12 kids placing and receiving medals, and Lotus Club Ca, Betsy Do takes 1st place in her division.

If you would like to learn more about Jiu Jitsu for your child, contact us at oyama.mma@gmail.com

Betsy Do takes the GOLD at Kids Pan Ams

2010-02-27T16:51:00.000-08:00

Congrats to Betsy Do, 30 second armbar.

Martin Bautista fighting 2/25/2010

2010-02-21T21:34:00.000-08:00

Martin Bautista fighting this THURSDAY At San Manuel Casino for King of the Cage. Come check him out!

Weekend Wrap Up - Copa Pacifica

2010-02-21T21:20:00.000-08:00

Congratulations to Evan, Lindsay, Joe, Mike, Ray. Timmy, and Savannah of
the Lotus Club.

Evan Cathey, won brown belt 167 division.
Savannah Preuss, won 2nd place in her division.
Lindsay Thorsen, won 3rd place in blue belt division.

Great job done by each and everyone of you.

Carla Esparza by TKO.

2010-02-19T22:15:00.000-08:00

Carla Esparza makes her Pro MMA debut and take the win by Tko 48 seconds into the first round!

Oscar Sanchez

2010-02-16T10:02:00.000-08:00

Oscar Sanchez set to fight on the undercard of the first WMC (World Muay Thai Council) Show March 5th at Quiet Canyon in Montebello.

Big Win for Tony "Kryponite" Lopez

2010-02-13T22:30:00.000-08:00

Tony "Krpyonite" Lopez defends his Heavyweight Title. Wins via triangle choke against strong opponent Tyler East this past Friday night in NM.

Thai New Years Festival - April 4th

2010-02-11T23:17:00.000-08:00

Robert Wendinger, Steve "Booyah" Ciaccio, Elliot Wright, Mike "Nugget" McKinney, and Marie Choi Kim will all be fighting at the Thai New Years Festival in Thai Town North Hollywood April 4th!

Smackdown at the Shrine

2010-02-11T23:07:00.000-08:00

Brian Abram fighting at the Shrine Auditorium March 4th!

Shrine Exhibition Hall
665 W. Jefferson Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90007

Youth Progams available

2010-02-11T21:45:00.000-08:00

We are pleased to announce the addition of Youth Programs for kids aged 5-13 yrs old.

Our Youth Program offers, Brazilian JiuJitsu, Wrestling, Boxing, and Muay Thai. Kids will learn self disciple, dedication, and respect of the art.

Call or stop by for more information. Mention promo code: 2010KP for a 2 day pass

Gear Shop is Open!!

2010-02-09T22:13:00.000-08:00

Team Oyama MMA & Fitness is pleased to announce the opening of it's on-site Gear Shop.

The shop has everything to gear you up to start classes, replace or add to your equipment, and from time to time you can purchase fight tickets too.

The Gear Shop is open during business hours.

Kengo Ura

2010-02-09T22:00:00.001-08:00

Kengo Ura just became the number one contender for Pancrase last night winning his fight via KO in under a minute!

Japan-MMA.com: 2/7 Pancrase Passion Tour 1 - RESULTS
www.japan-mma.com

Martin Bautista

2010-02-04T17:44:00.000-08:00

Martin Bautista back in action in King of the Cage FEB 25TH at San Manuel Casino

2010-02-02T21:28:00.000-08:00

Romie Adanza up for the biggest fight of his career April 3rd in Santa Monica. He is set to square off against two time World Champion Andy "The Punisher" Howson of England. Howson is currently ranked #15 by the WMC.

"Arm Collector"

2010-01-28T20:25:00.000-08:00

The "Arm Collector" Giva Santana making his return to the cage March 19th at UCI.

Tony "Kryptonite" Lopez fighting KOTC

2010-01-28T20:06:00.000-08:00

Tony "Kryptonite" Lopez will be defending his Title against Tyler East

Tony's fight airing live this Friday on HD Net!HDNet to Feature Three Title Fights for Live Debut of Mark Burnett Presents: King of the Cage | Bump
bumpyknuckle.com

Up and comer Edgar Islas.

2010-01-28T20:01:00.000-08:00

Edgar Islas will be fighting in a 16 man Muay Thai Tournament on March 20th, at Knott's Berry Farm Resort Hotel.

Roman Greco Wrestler Darryl Christian

2010-01-28T19:41:00.000-08:00

Former World Class Greco Roman Wrestler, Darryl Christian will be bring his expertise to Team Oyama starting mid February.
We are excited to have a wrestler of this caliber teaching for us.

Carla Esparza Pro MMA debut

2010-01-28T19:39:00.000-08:00

Carla Esparza is set to make her Pro MMA debut this February 19th at the Fox Theater in Pomona, Ca

Tickets can be purchased at the gym.

Bellator adds Californian Bao Quach to featherweight tournament

2010-01-15T14:12:00.000-08:00

by MMAjunkie.com Staff on Jan 15, 2010 at 10:00 am ET

With Bellator Fighting Championships set to return to action in April, the organization today announced its latest addition. Strikeforce, WEC, Affliction, Shooto and King of the Cage veteran Bao Quach (17-9-1) will compete in Bellator's season two featherweight tournament. Quach joins Patricio "Pitbull" Freire (12-0), Georgi "Insane" Karakhanyan (12-1-1) and William Romero (5-0) as confirmed participants in the promotion's second-ever 145-pound tournament. Quach enters the tournament with a streak of 11 wins in his past 12 bouts. The lone loss during that span came via unanimous decision in an exciting matchup with L.C. Davis at the January 2009 event "Affliction: Day of Reckoning." "During the last three years, Bao has established himself as a fighter with devastating world-class striking abilities," Bellator founder and CEO Bjorn Rebney stated in the official release. "The level of his striking and kickboxing is at the highest level in MMA. "With Bao, Georgi, 'Pitbull' and Will, 145 should be a spectacular tournament." Quach, whose parents were born in Vietnam and who now lives in California, opened his career at just 6-8-1 before going on his current impressive run. Despite the less-than-spectacular start, Quach gained valuable experience while facing such proven fighters as Rich Crunkilton, Jeff Curran, Cole Escovedo, Wagnney Fabiano, Hatsu Hioki and Rumina Sato. "In some ways, Bao's career path reminds me of Toby Imada's" Rebney stated. "Once he really started to take the sport seriously, the results began to speak for themselves. If he maintains this level of focus, he could be very hard to beat at 145." Bellator's lucrative tournaments can earn each division's winner nearly $200,000 over three fights and three months. If he wins the tourney, Quach earns the right to fight season-one winner and current Bellator featherweight champion Joe Soto. In addition to live shows on FSN, Bellator season-two and season-three programming also airs via highlights packages on NBC and Telemundo.

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2010-01-12T07:57:00.000-08:00

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