Last year was the inaugural year for the Liberty Games and with that came the Youth MMA portion of the Liberty Games.
We were lucky enough to be asked to cover the awesome event and capture theyouthfrom all over the state compete in the games and this year brings even bigger news.
As this maybe old news to some we wanted to make sure everyone that follows Warrriors Instinct MMA knows that UFC has stepped up and will be sponsoring this years Liberty Games Youth MMA. This is exciting news and we have some interviews planned next week to bring you up to date on all the details from Master Ron McEvilly and some special guests. Master Ron McEvilly Owner of TIGON Academy will be filling us in on all the details as well as what to expect from this years games. Master McEvilly is instrumental in bring awareness to MMA in New York State as well as a mentor for our youth and has changed many lives. Master McEvilly is the Liberty Games Sports Chairman and with the Committee Members Nolan Dutcher and James Bruchac. The committee did an outstanding job last year with the inaugural games and we can’t wait for July 19th as the Youth MMA portion of the Liberty Games will be held once again at the Mekeel Christian Academy, 36 Sacandaga Rd., Scotia, NY 12302 and the games are going to be incredible.
Directions: Googlemaps
Tournament Schedule: Doors Open & Check In begins at 7:30am; Weigh Ins will be from 8:00-9:00am; Competition begins at 10:00am
Registration Fees: $40/first event, $10 each additional event. No refunds for athlete non attendance.
Spectator Fees: $5/each, Children under 5 are free.
Preregistration deadline: July 11, 2014; Entries received after the deadline and day of competition will incur an additional $10 late fee.
Events: Kickboxing; Submission Grappling (No Gi); MMA (combination of kickboxing and submission grappling)
Divisions: Competitors will be divided based on Age (3-4, 5-6, 7-8, 9-10,11-12, 13-14, 15-16); Weight (Madison Weight System); & Experience (Beginner – Less than 1 year; Intermediate – 1-3 years; Advanced – 3 years +) ***NOTE*** If a competitor does not have anyone in their age/weight/experience class, then they will be put into a class that best fits them, determined by the coaches and officials.
Awards: Custom Liberty Games medals will be given to 1st, 2nd and 3rd place winners in each division. MMA advanced division will be NYS ranked.
Ranking Info: Athletes will be ranked in NYS.
Eligibility: All Schools, Teams & Students are welcome.
Equipment: Required equipment is listed in the Tournament Rules. Competitors must bring their own gear.
We hope to see you there July 19th, as we just know this years event is going to be awesome!
UFC Set To Sponsor Liberty Games Youth MMA
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