Edward Anthony From Atlas Jiu Jitsu YouTube Channel

We have a special treat from our friend Edward Anthony from Atlas Jiu Jitsu as he has been sharing some great instructional videos for us all to watch. We have added one of those videos for you to take a look at but we ask that you visit Ed’s YouTube channel and checkout (and be sure to subscribe and share with your friends) the other videos he has made for us all to watch and learn from.

Now sit back and watch as Ed walks us through the Sumi Gaeshi counter.

Edward Anthony From Atlas Jiu Jitsu YouTube Channel

Help Tom "The Berzerker" Clare Tap Cancer Out!

Some may or may not know that Tom Clare is a two time survivor of Hodgkin Lymphoma. As a fighter Tom has not only took control of his body by beating cancer, but you may have seen him compete in the cage or even grappling in various competitions. We din’t know much about Tom and at Cage Wars 18 we heard Tom’s story and have been inspired by this young man ever since and this is why we want to pass along this information to you.

June 22, 2013 in Danvers Massachusetts the Tap Cancer Out Summer BJJ Open will be taking place and Tom will be competing to help raise funds for this outstanding cause. Now any amount will help and his goal is set at $200, but let’s see if we can get Tom to his goal and maybe that extra push to put him over his goal for this great cause.

As a two time survivor of Hodgkin Lymphoma and avid grappler/fighter, this charity is very near and dear to me. I will be going into this event ready to compete at my best. However the matches I will fight are nothing compared to the wars that patients, as well as their family and loved ones, effected by this disease fight every day.

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Help Tom "The Berzerker" Clare Tap Cancer Out!

FREE VIP Cage Wars 20 Tickets!

Now before you go crazy and start wonder how you can score FREE VIP Cage Wars 20 tickets, there are a few things you must know and we have added the details below. Also you must be following Shannon Miller on Facebook and leave him a comment as to why you should be the winner of VIP tickets to Cage Wars 20. There are a lot of ways to qualify and two lucky people will win two tickets to Cage Wars 20.

Now for the details to qualify to win (by the way if you qualify under section 3 we feel bad that you had to be punched by Shannon) those VIP Cage Wars 20 Tickets!

ATTENTION: FREE Cage Wars 20 VIP LIST… I am in the process of putting together my VIP list to get in free for cage wars 20. If you would like to be on the list you will have to enter your name in the comment section and what choice qualifies you. BUT keep in mind the only way you qualify for the chance at getting in free you must meet a few criteria. It’s pretty easy to qualify so look through and pick out at least one qualifier and mention it as your choice when you put your name in to win free tickets. This contest will stay open until June 22nd at which point I will pick 2 winners from a drawing and those two people may also bring a guest so a total of 4 people will earn the spot to get something for nothing! FREE CAGE WARS 20 VIP entry for the June 29th show at the Washington avenue armory. 

Now the qualifiers:

1- I had to go to elementary, junior high, high school or college with you. 

2- I have had to work out with you at some gym somewhere at some point. Now I didn’t have to be working out with you exactly but you had to at least be a member of the gym while I was as well.

3- I have either punched you in the face or been punched in the face by you.

4- you have had to have never visited me when I was in jail or the hospital because if you did it would actually qualify you as a friend and thereby disqualify you. (Seeing how I have never been in jail all would technically qualify but I have been in the hospital a few times and lots of people didn’t visit so this is a great chance to get on the list) 

5- I have done drugs with you or had a drink with you. (Seeing how I have never ever done drugs in my life none of you would qualify, BUT I have had a drink here and there in my lifetime and you may not of actually been the person I was having the drink with but you were in the vicinity so you would qualify.)

6) if you are one of those guys that instead of just shaking hands with a person who is just a acquaintance you must pull them in and give them that fake chest pump hug, you qualify because you water down the effect of a hug by giving it to everyone instead of people that actually matter in your life and you are close too. 

7) you definitely qualify if we are Facebook “friends” 
 you also would qualify if you we’re going to buy a ticket to the great cage wars event but instead try to sneak in under the guise that you are close with one of the people with the authority to actually get you in. 

9) you DO NOT qualify if you actually help with the cage wars event by say: setting up the arena, helping with the cage, helping at the event, doing any actual work that would really help us and qualify you to actually earn getting in for nothing. Sorry but you can still qualify with one of the other options. 

10) you do qualify to get on the list if you are more interested in getting drunk at the after party and posting pics of it on Facebook instead of actually watching true warriors battle in the cage. 

11) FIGHTERS, HELPER, SPONSORS and people that put their time or money and effort into making Cage Wars a great success and a growing company I’m sorry you normally wouldn’t qualify but I will allow you to use #11 as a qualifier to get on the list at this chance to win.

Now with all of these options there is pretty much a chance for everyone to get in the list for the chance to see CAGE WARS 20 for nothing but if you have any other great reason please mention them and not only will you get entered into the drawing once but if I like it I will enter your name twice! The winners will be announced on my Facebook page the night before the fights and your name will be on my list at the door! Not only will you get in free but I will also shake your hand and buy you a drink! I assure you shaking my hand has no value at all but the drink is well, priceless! 

CAGE WARS 20!!!! Our best card yet! 

June 29th @ the Washington Avenue Armory

Doors open at 6:30 and fights start at 8 — with Cage Wars.

FREE VIP Cage Wars 20 Tickets!

Cage Wars 20 Tickets

Interview With Chris Johnson Amateur MMA Fighter

We were able to catch up with Chris Johnson and ask him a couple of questions about his amateur MMA career as well as his upcoming fight May 24, 2013 at the Show Down at the Sheraton V in Agoura Hills California as Chris will face Jeremy Vanorstran for the Super Heavyweight title belt. As you will see below Chris has a big heart and loves his family which is his main driving force and is looking to make the move from amateur one day to the pros.

Age:34

Height:6’2″
Weight:267to270lbs
Associations: Hoodlum Fight Gear, Spy Optics, Big Belly Crew Clothing, Paragon BJJ, Anytime Fitness
Disciplines: BJJ, Wrestling
Wins: 1
Losses: 1

I started fighting about a yr and a half go but have trained Brazilian Jui-Jitsu for about 5 yrs now. What struck me and my interest to fight was the dedication and perseverance you have to get in to be in the best shape you can be. I started attending Paragon BJJ and started training under BILL THE GRILL COOPER AND JEFF GLOVER AND RICARDO FRANJINHA MILLER . Bill had said to me Chris why don’t you start training to fight MMA, with him so there it started. On my off time I like to spend it with my wife and kids.

What does it means to you to be an amateur fighter? Well it means I need to bust my butt and win my fight so I one day go pro .

What do you do to prepare for an upcoming fight? Well I usually start my camp about 8 to 10 weeks out and that means train at least a minimum of 2 times a day meal plans,supplements,sparring and whatever else my coaches throw at me.

Who is your biggest inspiration? I would have to say my kids

What are your biggest strengths and what is the one thing you need to work on the most? Well buddy I would have to say I have a sick ground game for a big guy, but don’t get fooled I have heavy hands. What I think I need to work on is keeping the pressure and staying off the cage.


What’s your favorite strike/submission to use in any fight? Well Scott I have a mean overhand right and hook, submission wise it is the good old monson choke and kimura.

Do you like to stand with your opponents or take them to the ground? Well I love to stand but I also love taking it to the ground.


What hole’s do you see in Jeremy Vanorstran’s game? His Jiu Jitsu he can’t execute his moves from what I have seen.

How and what round do you think you will finish Jeremy on the 24th? Just wait and see brother!

Anything you would like to say to Jeremy? Nothing at the moment.

If you could have one dream fight with anyone, who would it be? Big Country Roy Nelson!

Summing it all up where do you see yourself in your MMA career five years down the line: I see myself either in the UFC or another big organization.

We would like to thank Chris for taking the time out of his busy schedule to answer the questions we asked him!

Interview With Chris Johnson Amateur MMA Fighter

Cage Wars 20 Tickets Now Available!

Cage Wars 20 tickets are now available for purchase via Eventbrite . This will be Cage Wars 20th event and this card is shaping up to be a good one with 3 bouts already confirmed and many more to come.

Ticket prices are as follows(please note the service charge for tickets bought through Eventbrite)

CAGESIDE $50.00 $3.74

GENERAL ADMISSION $40.00 $3.19

VIP TABLE OF 8 This is for a VIP table CAGESIDE that seats 8 people. $500.00 $24.95

For more information about Cage Wars be sure to visit their website as well as liking them on Facebook.

Cage Wars 20 Tickets Now Available!

Cage Wars 20 Tickets Now Available!

Cage Wars 20 tickets are now available for purchase via Eventbrite . This will be Cage Wars 20th event and this card is shaping up to be a good one with 3 bouts already confirmed and many more to come.

Ticket prices are as follows(please note the service charge for tickets bought through Eventbrite)

CAGESIDE $50.00 $3.74

GENERAL ADMISSION $40.00 $3.19

VIP TABLE OF 8 This is for a VIP table CAGESIDE that seats 8 people. $500.00 $24.95

For more information about Cage Wars be sure to visit their website as well as liking them on Facebook.

Cage Wars 20 Tickets Now Available!

Cage Wars Looking For 185lb Fighter

Have you seen the confirmed fights for Cage Wars 20 fights yet?! OK, enough of the first confirmed fights for that evening, as Cage Wars is looking for a 185lb fighter looking to step into the cage on June 29 for Cage Wars 20. As you know we are not matchmakers but we do have a working relationship with Cage Wars and they will not just match you with any fighter, as you all have different skill levels and records, so if you feel like you may not have what it takes, please hit up Cage Wars anyway as they can match any fighter with a well matched opponent.

For more information about how to fight Cage Wars 29 please check out their website as well as liking their Facebook Page.

Cage Wars Looking For 185lb Fighter

Confirmed Fights For Cage Wars 20

Just when you thought Cage Wars couldn’t amp up their cards any more they release the first three confirmed fights for Cage Wars 20, taking place at the Home of Cage Wars the Washington Avenue Armory June 29th!

Here are the first confirmed fights (note these are not designated the first three fights on the card but first confirmed fights):

Nick Allowe vs Joe Brady (SHW)

Jahloni Kum vs Adam Barrett (Featherweight title rematch)

Dave Brock vs Joe Bagley (Heavyweight title)

If this is the first three confirmed fights we can’t wait to see what the rest of the card is going to be like!

For more information about Cage Wars please check out their website as well as liking their Facebook Page.

Confirmed Fights For Cage Wars 20

Cage Wars Looking For Amateur MMA Fighters

The Kings of Amateur MMA have put the call out for fighters for their upcoming events!

we have some awesome awesome opportunities if you are an amateur fighters and have a record in the following weight classes Flyweight (125) Welterweight (170) Middleweight (185) Light Heavyweight (205) and Heavyweight (225) please contact us

Here is a link to their Facebook if you are already friends with them and their website link is right here for you.

Cage Wars Looking For Amateur MMA Fighters

Cage Wars Looking For Sponsors

Looking to get your company noticed by thousands of MMA fans, or maybe you have a new MMA clothing line you are trying to promote. Either way Cage Wars, the premier amateur MMA promoters and event holders in New York are looking for sponsors. We have added the post from their Facebook page for you to take a look at, as well as the links for how to contact them.

So what are you waiting for get a hold of them now!

Cage wars is currently looking for Title Sponsors, apperel sponsors and sponsors for our Cage Wars Cage Girls! Anyone interested and contact us here or contact Slim Lou

Cage Wars Looking For Sponsors

Atlas Jiu Jitsu Holding HHH Classes

If you opened this post because you seen HHH and you thought of wrestling, shame on you (just kidding that maybe you thing) but we have something real to pass along to you. First let us tell you what HHH stands for: Half Hour Hell! Yes folks our friend over at Atlas Jiu Jitsu is battling the bulge for those that need it 2 days a week for a half hour each time. Now I have watched some of the videos and let me tell you if I had more real bones than metal I would see if I had what it takes to last a half hour and fight the battle of the bulge. With that said we may have one of Team diMonda try it out, and if he does we will keep you updated. Until than please see what Ed had to say below:

Hello Facebook today I want you all to do a favor for me. If you see someone overweight or out of shape go invite them to one of my classes. Don’t worry about offending someone all you are doing is trying to help. Being fat isn’t funny it’s an epidemic. My HHH (half hour hell) class will get anyone in shape in 30 minutes twice a week. Lets change the world one pound at a time.

Contact Edward Anthony via Facebook or Atlas Jiu Jitsu Facebook Like page.

Atlas Jiu Jitsu Holding HHH Classes

Medical Suspensions From Cage Wars 19

As we know Cage Wars is the premier amateur MMA event in our area, and staying on top of the ever evolving sport we all love Cage Wars has instituted Medical Suspensions. Now when we hear the word suspension we usually think back to our days in school and suspension meant a bad thing, but this is just the opposite. Medical suspension are for the fighters safety, because we all know if a +1 was put in our loss column we would want to get back into the cage to get a +1 in the win column as soon as possible.

Medical suspension from Cage wars 19 are as follows

Paul Colantonio (TKO) 30 days or until medically cleared

Asi Somburu (KO) 90 days or until medically cleared

Henry Schindler (KO) 90 Days or until medically cleared

Matt Boyce (TKO) 30 days or until medically cleared

Here is more on what Cage Wars had to say about medical suspensions:

Effective immediately 5guys fighting and Cage Wars have adopted a Medical suspension list based on the results and performances at the events!

Fighters often return to action much quicker once doctors give them the Medical Clearance. The lengthy suspensions are just a precaution in most cases.

this is for the safety of the FIGHTERS, If you bring Us medical clearance before the end of the suspension, the suspension will of course be lifted and you will be allowed to compete!!

To stay up to date with Cage Wars you can visit their website and follow them on Facebook, as well as staying tuned right here as we will keep you up to date with Cage Wars and amateur MMA in our area.

Medical Suspensions From Cage Wars 19

Cage Wars 19 Dave "The Warrior" Brock

Even though Dave “The Warrior” Brock did not fight the night of Cage Wars as he was supposed to because his opponent did a disappearing act, that did not stop the Tri-City Heavyweight champion from making a grand entrance for the fans in the crowd that evening. Just because The Warrior did not fight that night that shouldn’t stop us from sharing with you what we caught on tape at Cage Wars 19.

Cage Wars 19 Dave "The Warrior" Brock

Cage Wars 19 Jim Forette vs Cody Comer Video

Here we go Cage Wars fans we are starting up today’s coverage with Jim Forette vs Cody Comer. These two amateur MMA fighters came into the cage with pure determination running through their veins, and with one thing on their minds and that was to put a +1 in the win column.

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Cage Wars 19 Jim Forette vs Cody Comer Video

Cage Wars 19 Jim Forette vs Cody Comer Video

Here we go Cage Wars fans we are starting up today’s coverage with Jim Forette vs Cody Comer. These two amateur MMA fighters came into the cage with pure determination running through their veins, and with one thing on their minds and that was to put a +1 in the win column.

Join the Forum discussion on this post

Cage Wars 19 Jim Forette vs Cody Comer Video

Cage Wars 19 Alex Brace vs Paul Colantonio Video

Next up we have two big boys entering the cage to battle it out.

Watch the below video as Alex Brace and Paul Colantonio bring it to the cage for all to see.

Cage Wars 19 Alex Brace vs Paul Colantonio Video

Cage Wars 19 Rex O'Corr vs Matt Boyce Video

Next up we have a heavyweight bout featuring Rex O’Corr vs Matt Boyce. Now I for one enjoy when the big boys come out ready to do battle in the cage and that is just what these two fighters did!

Cage Wars 19 Rex O'Corr vs Matt Boyce Video

Cage Wars 19 Justin Fraim vs Doug Coon Video

We are kicking off day three of our coverage of Cage Wars 19 with Justin Fraim vs Doug Coon.

Take a look below as these two fighters come into the cage to do battle with one another, but in true MMA style they congratulate one other after all is said and done and both walk out of the cage with their heads held high.

Cage Wars 19 Justin Fraim vs Doug Coon Video

Who Will Face Dave "The Warrior" Brock?!

First and foremost we are not promoters, this is my opinion and mine only. If you would like to step into the cage with Dave “The Warrior” Brock please contact Cage Wars and if you are not a heavyweight we are certain Cage Wars will find an opponent for you.

With all that said, a lot of us were disappointed with Dennis Day Jr. not showing up to step into the cage with Dave on May 11th for a shot at the Tri-City Heavyweight title. We are not going to go into the whole thing because Shannon Miller from Cage Wars was elegant in the way he put the situation and was very kind with his words after the situation they (Cage Wars) faced on Saturday night. I have know the men from Cage Wars for only a little while and you could see the disappointment in their faces about the whole situation. So this is what brings me here today, once again not as a promoter but to ask the question Who Will Face Dave “The Warrior” Brock! I am not asking this question to Cage Wars, but to the amateur MMA Heavyweights out there. Now you could leave your comments why don’t I face him if I am asking these questions and I will simply put it, I am not a MMA fighter, nor do I portray to be one. We do this as a service for the fighters that train like there is no tomorrow, that make the sacrifices to be the best they can be and come into the cage ready to do battle.

I now I got off track for a minute there and the question is still at hand and we at Warriors Instinct MMA ask if you feel you have what it takes to step into the cage with Dave “The Warrior” Brock please contact Cage Wars. Before you start hitting them up asking to step into the cage with Brock, make sure this is what you really want to do, don’t be that guy to flake out the last minute, and don’t hit them up if you have never fought before. Cage Wars are the best at matching opponents and will not just put you in the cage to fight.

Now I will close and ask the Amateur Heavyweights out there, DO YOU HAVE WHAT IT TAKES TO FACE DAVE “THE WARRIOR’ BROCK in the cage!

Who Will Face Dave "The Warrior" Brock?!

A Message From Shannon Miller From Cage Wars

For those that were in attendance of Cage Wars 19 may already know the opponent that agreed to face the Tri-City Heavyweight Champion Dave “The Warrior” Brock was a no-show. Now this not only puts Cage Wars in a bind as they promoted the fight, but the fighter as well that trained so for this match and the fans that came to see their favorite fighter bring it to the cage. So yesterday Shannon Miller partner of Cage Wars released a statement concerning no-show opponents.

We are posting this as a Amateur MMA Public Service Announcement, we have not been asked by Cage Wars to share this, but we feel if you are not following Shannon Miller on Facebook you should be aware of what everyone has to go through when you decide not to be a person of your word and not only blackball yourself, but attempt to tarnish the sport all of us love (we are using the word “attempt” because if you pull the no-show, no-call BS you were never a true fighter anyway and can’t tarnish the sport with your actions).

To our fans, fighters, and friends: Cage Wars would like to take a moment to address a issue we as have faced in the past and just as recently as our last card this past weekend. The issue is that of people who agree to fights only to become no shows on fight night. When a person agrees to a fight he is giving his opponent his word that he will be there. His opponent then begins a very tough training camp that can consist of 6-8 weeks of 3 hours a day of training if not more. For anyone who has gone through it they understand. It is not a pleasant time and for most fighters the training camp is more difficult then the fight. The promoters also count on you when you say you will take a fight. The promoters build the shows around people giving their word. When you give your word and then pull a vanishing act it causes a great deal of work for us as the promoters as we have to scramble to find replacements. Lots of times the short notice doesn’t give us a chance to find a fill in. When this happens the fans get affected as they were coming to see a specific fight lots of times. I, Shannon Miller, am writing this as both a partner in Cage Wars Ny and as a fighter for 30 years. I have been effected by all of these issues as a fighter with the exception of myself ever agreeing to a fight and not showing to fight. Now myself and my partners are dealing with people that seem to want to enjoy the accolades of being known as a fighter without the courage to put their dues in. It’s very upsetting when people pull no shows for us as promoters, for the fighters and for the fans. In finality and something people should seriously think about before agreeing to a fight: being a fighter doesn’t necessarily qualify you as a man with courage, but saying you will fight and not showing up will assure you never earn that honor!

A Message From Shannon Miller From Cage Wars

Cage Wars 19 Pablo Olivera vs Wasee Fenix Video

Can you say fight of the night! Well we can, these two fighters brought their a-game and fought almost a full 3 rounds at Cage Wars 19. We all know there is always a clear winner and loser in a match, but we think and others will agree, both of these fighters were winners that night. They came prepared and it showed, Bravo Warriors!

Cage Wars 19 Pablo Olivera vs Wasee Fenix Video

Cage Wars 19 Eddie Haws vs Henry Schindler Video

One of Cage Wars 19 quick knockouts that evening came from Eddie Haws representing Tigon MMA. With all due respect to Henry Schindler, when Eddie Haws enters the cage you can feel the energy as this fighter has the look of determination and carries himself as a true warrior. Keep an eye out for Eddie Haws in the future and if you have a bucket list mark this down, see Eddie Haws battle it out in the cage, that is a √ on our bucket list.

Cage Wars 19 Eddie Haws vs Henry Schindler Video

Cage Wars 19 Chris Deming vs Cory Ford Video

Here we go Cage Wars Fans, the next fight we have for you is the Chris Deming vs Cory Ford fight.

Take a look below and watch the action unfold.

Cage Wars 19 Chris Deming vs Cory Ford Video

Cage Wars 19 Zack Duncan vs Asi Somburu Video

Next up we have Zack Duncan vs Asi Somburu and these two warriors came in ready to battle and that they did!

Now for the video you came here to watch.

Cage Wars 19 Zack Duncan vs Asi Somburu Video

Cage Wars 19 Alex Ratigan vs Josh Gould

Our video coverage continues and we bring you what we think (opinion) was the quickest knockout during Cage Wars 19. Our kudos to both fighters and thank you for coming out and stepping into the cage for all to see.

Now watch as the battle unfolds below between these two warriors!

Cage Wars 19 Alex Ratigan vs Josh Gould

Cage Wars 19 Stephon Flood vs Ronnie Torres Video

We have the video coverage from Cage Wars 19 Interim Lightweight Title match for everyone to view. There was a pause in our taping as our tape was being viewed by the Officials and that is the only reason there is a break in below video, we also removed parts were fighter’s emotions were overloaded. We know both of these fighters and in no way would we shed a negative light on them, as well as Cage Wars and Cory Bowks. Everyone in the cage for this bout did the job they had to do and we hope this coverages shows the true athleticism of these fighters and all those involved.

We

Cage Wars 19 Stephon Flood vs Ronnie Torres Video

Cage Wars Cage Girls

A night at Cage Wars wouldn’t be complete with out the ladies of the Cage. Fight fans that were in attendance last night may not have seen the Cage Girls walk around the cage a lot last night due to some fights not going past the 1st round. So we thought we would dig through the thousand or so pictures we took last night to add some pics of the lovely Cage Girls!

Cage Wars Cage Girls

Hoodlum Fight Gear Team Brock Promo Girls

Our friends from Hoodlum Fight Gear were at Cage Wars 19 at the Washington Avenue Armory in full affect! Some of you may have noticed on your way in Hoodlum Fight Gear Team Brocks models were in the house taking pictures with the fight fans in attendance. Now if you were unable to grab a picture with the lovely ladies we have added some pictures we took while at Cage Wars 19.

Checkout Hoodlum Fight Gear via their Facebook page as well as their like page.

Hoodlum Fight Gear Team Brock Promo Girls