Beebe vs Easton - UWC:Redemption Decision Upheld

DCBooks · 08-07-2009, 11:35 PM

UWC®Bantamweight Champion to Defend Against Former WEC Champ at UWC REDEMPTION October 3, 2009 at Patriot Center

Chase Beebe and Mike Easton Headed for World-Class Showdown

Washington DC (August 2009) – One fighter is the current Ultimate Warrior Challenge (UWC)bantamweight world champion looking for a big-time win over a world-class competitor. The other is a former World Extreme Cagefighting (WEC) bantamweight champion looking to redeem himself in the eyes of the mixed martial arts (MMA) community. Both are considered among the best in the world at their weight class.

The two ultimate warriors -- Mike “The Hulk” Easton (8-1) and Chase Beebe (12-4), who were scheduled to battle last February at UWC Man “O” War only to have the fight cancelled at the last-minute when Beebe pulled out with a training injury -- will be the Main Event at UWC REDEMPTION on Saturday, October 3, 2009, at the Patriot Center in what promises to be another star-studded, action-packed show from the East Coast MMA leader.

“The UWC is very pleased this fight is finally going to happen; we’re willing to put the past behind us and bring the fans what we promised them in February,” said UWC founder and CEO S. Marcello Foran about bringing back Beebe to face Easton. “Both fighters are ranked in the top 25 in the world by USA Today and Bloody Elbow in the bantamweight division and these are the kind of fights we want to promote. The stakes are much higher this time around. Ultimately the fans will be the biggest winners in what has all the makings of a fight-of–the-year.”

The show’s title reflects Beebe’s desire to earn back some respect and get a much-needed victory after losing his WEC title to current WEC bantamweight champ Miguel Torres in 2007. Controversy swirled around the previously-scheduled Easton versus Beebe bout earlier this year when the former four-time, state high school All-American wrestler cited an inability to drop weight caused by an injury that forced him to pull out of the bout last-minute. Beebe and his highly-regarded MMA manager Monti Cox have assured the UWC that he has a clean bill of health and has promised to redeem himself in the eyes of fight fans.

“This title fight is huge for me. In fact, it’s going to be a “make-or-break” for me. A loss is not an option at this stage of my career,” said the ground-and-pound specialist who fights out of Midwest Training Center in Chicago. “I’m definitely going to be fully prepared and give it my all.”

Meanwhile, Easton successfully dispatched of Beebe’s replacement, Justin Robbins from Matt Hughes’ camp with a first-round submission, and successfully defended his title two months later with a convincing win over young gun Josh “Taz” Ferguson. Both matches were streamed live on Sherdog.com, helping build Easton’s emerging national reputation. Known for his powerful striking ability, easygoing nature outside of the cage and enthusiastic supporters, the D.C. resident is currentlyranked as one of the top 25 bantamweights in the world by the USA TODAY / SB Nation Consensus MMA Rankings.

“I was ready to fight him in February and I’m ready to fight him now. My confidence has only grown since that time, and I think I should be considered the favorite,” explained Easton who was just recently awarded a Black Belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. “The fans are going to see a war and he’s not taking my UWC belt away in my town or anywhere else. I am the champ and I am going to show the world I am the best.”

The versatile and athletic Easton, fighting out of Lloyd Irvin Martial Arts, has an undefeated 4 – 0 record since entering the UWC in early 2008. Overall Easton has only one professional loss and has utilized a different set of tactics and game plans for each bout, defeating strikers, grapplers and submission specialists along the way.

UWC ticket information and updates on the fight card, announcements on special guest appearances and other UWC news is available on the web at UWCMMA.com

dragomort · 08-07-2009, 11:40 PM

over/under on Beebe showing up?

Tokyudo · 08-07-2009, 11:45 PM

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Originally Posted by dragomort

over/under on Beebe showing up?

He's got no choice now but to show up and fight after the stunt he pulled. I'm surprised that UWC is even taking him back.

I, Colossus · 08-08-2009, 07:12 AM

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Originally Posted by Tokyudo

He's got no choice now but to show up and fight after the stunt he pulled. I'm surprised that UWC is even taking him back.

I know wtf. "UWC, our talent shits on us, but it's ok".

Cell · 08-08-2009, 02:53 PM

I really should have asked Chase the whole UWC thing when we were sitting next to each other at the WEC in Chicago. But, on the scale of who I wanted to talk to, Shonie Carter was an easy choice, and he was five people away, so take that chase.

CHH · 08-08-2009, 07:30 PM

I fought at a show with Mike Easton once, that kid is a monster. He's been getting groomed by Lloyd for like....6 years now. Tough match up for anyone

DCBooks · 08-08-2009, 10:22 PM

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Originally Posted by CHH

I fought at a show with Mike Easton once, that kid is a monster. He's been getting groomed by Lloyd for like....6 years now. Tough match up for anyone

Did he wear the speedo? Anyone would be intimidated by the speedo.

brainuse · 08-10-2009, 11:48 PM

I've been glad to see that the speedo has been less and less popular lately, and that most of the guys who go tighty style are at least rocking boxer brief style, a la Anderson Silva. I was sad to see Penn went from the sweet board shorts with the drawn on belt, to the far less reasonable tighties with the drawn on belt, but I have a feeling that had something to do with Florian's grappling background. Maybe not... maybe he just likes showing the world his junk. And who doesn't.

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Originally Posted by Tokyudo

He's got no choice now but to show up and fight after the stunt he pulled. I'm surprised that UWC is even taking him back.

Can someone fill me in on this?

FRANKIE · 08-11-2009, 12:46 AM

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Originally Posted by brainuse

Can someone fill me in on this?

Beebe was supposed to fight at an earlier UWC show but decided he'd rather fight in the DREAM tournament. He made up some bullshit story about an injury, refused to talk to anybody at UWC, went to Japan instead, and got his ass handed to him by Joe Warren.

brainuse · 08-11-2009, 12:53 AM

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Originally Posted by FRANKIE

Beebe was supposed to fight at an earlier UWC show but decided he'd rather fight in the DREAM tournament. He made up some bullshit story about an injury, refused to talk to anybody at UWC, went to Japan instead, and got his ass handed to him by Joe Warren.

Ouch. Did they just decide that he was too big a name to not have back, or did they talk it out, or are they paying him like $9?

DCBooks · 09-28-2009, 02:03 AM

Kris McCray interview is up on the front page. He talks about his training at Greg Jackson's his Ultimate Fighter try-out, and his upcoming match with 5-0 Igor Almeida at UWC - Redemption October 3rd.

Check it out.

http://www.bloodyknux.com/forum/showthread.php?t=37846

DCBooks · 09-28-2009, 02:06 AM

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Originally Posted by brainuse

Ouch. Did they just decide that he was too big a name to not have back, or did they talk it out, or are they paying him like $9?

I think Mike Easton really wanted this fight. I hope he works out, and we get more fighters out of Joey Gilbert's HellHouse. Maybe they can bring down Jason Guida to test our local talent.

FRANKIE · 09-28-2009, 03:21 AM

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Originally Posted by DCBooks

I think Mike Easton really wanted this fight. I hope he works out, and we get more fighters out of Joey Gilbert's HellHouse. Maybe they can bring down Jason Guida to test our local talent.

Your love for Jason Guida knows no bounds.

DCBooks · 09-28-2009, 11:15 PM

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Originally Posted by FRANKIE

Your love for Jason Guida knows no bounds.

He was my first interview for BK. You always remember your first....

DCBooks · 10-03-2009, 04:02 AM

MMA Royalty in the house as Big John joins the brothers Yamasaki at the weigh ins for tomorrow nights UWC event.

DCBooks · 10-03-2009, 04:06 AM

Jesse Riggleman vs Josh Ferguson

Freddy Assuncao vs Felipe Arantes

Beau Baker vs Jacob McClintock

DCBooks · 10-03-2009, 04:07 AM

So easy even Clay Guida can do it?

Timothy "Rashad" Woods vs Ryan Sturdy

DCBooks · 10-03-2009, 04:10 AM

Sumie Sakai vs Iman-Achhal

Kris "The Savage" McCray vs Igor Almeida

Kyle Baker vs Tommy Truex

DCBooks · 10-03-2009, 04:21 AM

In the first of two title bouts, Mike Dodson vs Pat Runez for the 125 pound UWC belt

and

The long awaited title defense by Mike "The Hulk" Easton agains Chase "The Rage" Beebe

DCBooks · 10-03-2009, 04:22 AM

UWC will be available on live internet PPV-

https://www.boomboxradio.com/uwcmma/

Cell · 10-03-2009, 05:18 AM

Heh, didn't know we had Sturdy fighting on this card.

DCBooks · 10-03-2009, 05:23 AM

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Originally Posted by Cell

Heh, didn't know we had Sturdy fighting on this card.

He missed weight by 6 pounds and Marcelo had a conniption.

Cell · 10-03-2009, 02:01 PM

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Originally Posted by DCBooks

He missed weight by 6 pounds and Marcelo had a conniption.

Well, that's very unprofessional of him, Sturdy that is, but he may have been a last minute replacement, I'm not sure. That doesn't excuse not making weight (it is at 185, right?) but it makes it more tolerable for me.

*Dewey's Diva* · 10-03-2009, 10:56 PM

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Originally Posted by DCBooks

UWC will be available on live internet PPV-

https://www.boomboxradio.com/uwcmma/

Just bumping so you all will remember. I am ringside, sitting about five feet from Big John.

*Dewey's Diva* · 10-03-2009, 11:01 PM

The PPV is $14.95....

Met the Caveman... When Jim was trying to set up the interview with Jason way back, his mom wound up calling the house and I was home. I talked to her for a while. Very sweet. So it was nice to meet her kid.

*Dewey's Diva* · 10-03-2009, 11:06 PM

Undercard available on Sherpup...

http://www.sherdog.com/events/UWC-7-Redemption-10990

*Dewey's Diva* · 10-03-2009, 11:08 PM

First fight is Freddy Assuncao vs Felipe Arantes... 145 lbs.

*Dewey's Diva* · 10-03-2009, 11:12 PM

Zacher, BigJ383... I know you are out there. Come keep me company...

*Dewey's Diva* · 10-03-2009, 11:16 PM

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Originally Posted by Dewey's Diva

First fight is Freddy Assuncao vs Felipe Arantes... 145 lbs.

Well, there was some issue in the blue corner with Freddy, but they got it resolved, so here we go.

LeiTong · 10-03-2009, 11:16 PM

I'm your huckleberry.

For the free shit, at least.

08-07-2009, 11:35 PM	#1
DCBooks Banned User Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Manassas Park, VA Posts: 26,453 vCash: 100010731 Rep Power: 50	Beebe vs Easton - UWC:Redemption Decision Upheld UWC®Bantamweight Champion to Defend Against Former WEC Champ at UWC REDEMPTION October 3, 2009 at Patriot Center *Chase Beebe and Mike Easton Headed for World-Class Showdown* Washington DC (August 2009) – One fighter is the current Ultimate Warrior Challenge (UWC)bantamweight world champion looking for a big-time win over a world-class competitor. The other is a former World Extreme Cagefighting (WEC) bantamweight champion looking to redeem himself in the eyes of the mixed martial arts (MMA) community. Both are considered among the best in the world at their weight class. The two ultimate warriors -- Mike “The Hulk” Easton (8-1) and Chase Beebe (12-4), who were scheduled to battle last February at UWC Man “O” War only to have the fight cancelled at the last-minute when Beebe pulled out with a training injury -- will be the Main Event at UWC REDEMPTION on Saturday, October 3, 2009, at the Patriot Center in what promises to be another star-studded, action-packed show from the East Coast MMA leader. “The UWC is very pleased this fight is finally going to happen; we’re willing to put the past behind us and bring the fans what we promised them in February,” said UWC founder and CEO S. Marcello Foran about bringing back Beebe to face Easton. “Both fighters are ranked in the top 25 in the world by USA Today and Bloody Elbow in the bantamweight division and these are the kind of fights we want to promote. The stakes are much higher this time around. Ultimately the fans will be the biggest winners in what has all the makings of a fight-of–the-year.” The show’s title reflects Beebe’s desire to earn back some respect and get a much-needed victory after losing his WEC title to current WEC bantamweight champ Miguel Torres in 2007. Controversy swirled around the previously-scheduled Easton versus Beebe bout earlier this year when the former four-time, state high school All-American wrestler cited an inability to drop weight caused by an injury that forced him to pull out of the bout last-minute. Beebe and his highly-regarded MMA manager Monti Cox have assured the UWC that he has a clean bill of health and has promised to redeem himself in the eyes of fight fans. “This title fight is huge for me. In fact, it’s going to be a “make-or-break” for me. A loss is not an option at this stage of my career,” said the ground-and-pound specialist who fights out of Midwest Training Center in Chicago. “I’m definitely going to be fully prepared and give it my all.” Meanwhile, Easton successfully dispatched of Beebe’s replacement, Justin Robbins from Matt Hughes’ camp with a first-round submission, and successfully defended his title two months later with a convincing win over young gun Josh “Taz” Ferguson. Both matches were streamed live on Sherdog.com, helping build Easton’s emerging national reputation. Known for his powerful striking ability, easygoing nature outside of the cage and enthusiastic supporters, the D.C. resident is currentlyranked as one of the top 25 bantamweights in the world by the USA TODAY / SB Nation Consensus MMA Rankings. “I was ready to fight him in February and I’m ready to fight him now. My confidence has only grown since that time, and I think I should be considered the favorite,” explained Easton who was just recently awarded a Black Belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. “The fans are going to see a war and he’s not taking my UWC belt away in my town or anywhere else. I am the champ and I am going to show the world I am the best.” The versatile and athletic Easton, fighting out of Lloyd Irvin Martial Arts, has an undefeated 4 – 0 record since entering the UWC in early 2008. Overall Easton has only one professional loss and has utilized a different set of tactics and game plans for each bout, defeating strikers, grapplers and submission specialists along the way. UWC ticket information and updates on the fight card, announcements on special guest appearances and other UWC news is available on the web at UWCMMA.com __________________ If you could fight anyone who would you fight? Anyone? I'd fight Shatner. William Shatner.

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DCBooks Banned User Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Manassas Park, VA Posts: 26,453 vCash: 100010731 Rep Power: 50	Kris McCray interview is up on the front page. He talks about his training at Greg Jackson's his Ultimate Fighter try-out, and his upcoming match with 5-0 Igor Almeida at UWC - Redemption October 3rd. Check it out. http://www.bloodyknux.com/forum/showthread.php?t=37846 __________________ If you could fight anyone who would you fight? Anyone? I'd fight Shatner. William Shatner.

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DCBooks Banned User Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Manassas Park, VA Posts: 26,453 vCash: 100010731 Rep Power: 50	MMA Royalty in the house as Big John joins the brothers Yamasaki at the weigh ins for tomorrow nights UWC event. __________________ If you could fight anyone who would you fight? Anyone? I'd fight Shatner. William Shatner.

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DCBooks Banned User Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Manassas Park, VA Posts: 26,453 vCash: 100010731 Rep Power: 50	Jesse Riggleman vs Josh Ferguson Freddy Assuncao vs Felipe Arantes Beau Baker vs Jacob McClintock __________________ If you could fight anyone who would you fight? Anyone? I'd fight Shatner. William Shatner.

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dragomort Elusive as Robert Denby Join Date: Jun 2006 Posts: 17,471 vCash: 6987206 Rep Power: 23	over/under on Beebe showing up?

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CHH 30-26 Join Date: Mar 2005 Posts: 10,422 vCash: 3355 Rep Power: 23	I fought at a show with Mike Easton once, that kid is a monster. He's been getting groomed by Lloyd for like....6 years now. Tough match up for anyone

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DCBooks Banned User Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Manassas Park, VA Posts: 26,453 vCash: 100010731 Rep Power: 50	So easy even Clay Guida can do it? Timothy "Rashad" Woods vs Ryan Sturdy __________________ If you could fight anyone who would you fight? Anyone? I'd fight Shatner. William Shatner.

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DCBooks Banned User Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Manassas Park, VA Posts: 26,453 vCash: 100010731 Rep Power: 50	In the first of two title bouts, Mike Dodson vs Pat Runez for the 125 pound UWC belt and The long awaited title defense by Mike "The Hulk" Easton agains Chase "The Rage" Beebe __________________ If you could fight anyone who would you fight? Anyone? I'd fight Shatner. William Shatner.

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DCBooks Banned User Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Manassas Park, VA Posts: 26,453 vCash: 100010731 Rep Power: 50	UWC will be available on live internet PPV- https://www.boomboxradio.com/uwcmma/ __________________ If you could fight anyone who would you fight? Anyone? I'd fight Shatner. William Shatner.

10-03-2009, 05:18 AM	#21
Cell Akin to Greatness Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Crystal Lake Posts: 4,473 vCash: 3649 Rep Power: 14	Heh, didn't know we had Sturdy fighting on this card. __________________ Cell's Fighters To Watch: Matt Fiordirosa, Vanessa Porto, Cristiane Cyborg, Un Sik Song, Yusuke Endo, TJ Grant, Roger Hollett, Dan Hardy, Jose Aldo, and Ganjo Tentsuku Cell's Free TV Fight Of The Week: (09-10-07 to 09-16-07) Kelly Kobold vs. Tara LaRosa, BodogFight: New Jersey

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Dewey's Diva I'm a librarian, bitch. Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: With Books Posts: 5,472 vCash: 706195 Rep Power: 21	The PPV is $14.95.... Met the Caveman... When Jim was trying to set up the interview with Jason way back, his mom wound up calling the house and I was home. I talked to her for a while. Very sweet. So it was nice to meet her kid. __________________ TINA FEY: Maybe what bothers me the most is that people say that Hillary is a bitch. Let me say something about that: Yeah, she is. So am I and so is this one. [Points to Amy Poehler] AMY POEHLER: Yeah, deal with it. Bitch is the new black!!!

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Dewey's Diva I'm a librarian, bitch. Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: With Books Posts: 5,472 vCash: 706195 Rep Power: 21	Undercard available on Sherpup... http://www.sherdog.com/events/UWC-7-Redemption-10990 __________________ TINA FEY: Maybe what bothers me the most is that people say that Hillary is a bitch. Let me say something about that: Yeah, she is. So am I and so is this one. [Points to Amy Poehler] AMY POEHLER: Yeah, deal with it. Bitch is the new black!!!

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Dewey's Diva I'm a librarian, bitch. Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: With Books Posts: 5,472 vCash: 706195 Rep Power: 21	First fight is Freddy Assuncao vs Felipe Arantes... 145 lbs. __________________ TINA FEY: Maybe what bothers me the most is that people say that Hillary is a bitch. Let me say something about that: Yeah, she is. So am I and so is this one. [Points to Amy Poehler] AMY POEHLER: Yeah, deal with it. Bitch is the new black!!!

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Dewey's Diva I'm a librarian, bitch. Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: With Books Posts: 5,472 vCash: 706195 Rep Power: 21	Zacher, BigJ383... I know you are out there. Come keep me company... __________________ TINA FEY: Maybe what bothers me the most is that people say that Hillary is a bitch. Let me say something about that: Yeah, she is. So am I and so is this one. [Points to Amy Poehler] AMY POEHLER: Yeah, deal with it. Bitch is the new black!!!

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