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Friday, July 3, 2009

Ken Shamrock's All Women's MMA Reality Show Starring Tonya Evinger

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FightLife bases a group of eight professional female fighters in one house where they live, breathe and make their money off the sport of Mixed Martial Arts fighting. The series will focus on the girls' real lives – hardcore partying, the drama, catfights, relationships, owning and operating fight shop, intense physical training led by Ken Shamrock, and their professional MMA fights.

FightLife (wt), starring popular and outspoken fighter Tonya Evinger, combines some of the biggest names in MMA with the drama and extreme lifestyles these female fighters experience on a day-to-day basis. It's a complete picture of what goes on inside and outside the octagon.

The show also has co-stars Ken Shamrock, Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) World Champion and UFC Hall of Famer, as the fighters' coach and trainer; female coach Kelley Weatherford from Freestyle Gym in Reno; and female MMA promoter Mario Horta.

The series will follow the girls from their hardcore training to their wild partying and showcase each of the girls in a full MMA match throughout the series, organized by Horta.. The group of eight girls each have unique backgrounds, which will provide for compelling storylines throughout the series.

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Thursday, March 12, 2009

Florida State Boxing Commission Will Honor Shamrock Suspension

There will be no "March Badness" for Ken Shamrock.

The 45 year-old UFC Hall of Famer tested positive for three different types of steroids on Wednesday, drawing a yearlong suspension from the California State Athletic Commission and a $2500 fine.

Shamrock was scheduled to fight former WWE star Bobby Lashley on March 21 in Pensacola, Fla., on the Roy Jones Jr. boxing/MMA hybrid "March Badness."

But according to Alexis Antonacci, press secretary for the Florida State Boxing Commission, which oversees Jones Jr.'s event, Shamrock will not be licensed to fight.

"We will honor the suspension," Antonacci said of CSAC's decision. "We honor all states suspensions."

No word has been given yet on whether Shamrock will fight CSAC's suspension, though Shamrock's lawyer, Rod Donohoo, blamed the positive test on over the counter supplements, speaking to Sherdog.com.

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Thursday, March 5, 2009

Petruzelli Out, Shamrock vs. Lashley Heads MMA on Roy Jones, Jr. Event

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Ken “The World’s Most Dangerous Man” Shamrock battles Bobby Lashley in the main event of the mixed-martial-arts portion of the March 21st pro boxing/MMA hybrid pay-per-view event at the Pensacola Civic Center in Pensacola, Fla.

Eight-time world boxing champion Roy Jones, Jr. (52-5, 38 KOs) headlines the show, presented by Square Ring Promotions in association with Hirsch Borao Boxing and the Pensacola Civic Center, against 4-time world title challenger Omar Sheika (27-8, 18 KOs).

Shamrock-Lashley, featuring an intriguing match-up between an MMA icon (Shamrock) and the hottest new combat fighter (Lashley), replaces the originally announced MMA main event featuring Seth “The Silverback” Petruzelli and Doug “Rhino” Marshall because Petruzelli pulled-out due to an injury suffered during training.

“I’ve done a lot of firsts,” Shamrock commented. “I was the first heavyweight champ of MMA and first foreign champ in Japan. This is the first time two champions (Jones and Shamrock) in their individual sports, at this level, will be fighting on the same card – boxing and MMA. I think it’s the way of the future and it’s happening now. Lashley got things going in wrestling and then the WWE. Now he’s in MMA. He’s very good. I think he’s 270-pounds of muscle – quick, explosive and strong. The area he lacks, gound skills, he makes up for with his strength and ability to move on the ground. He can really move on his feet. This isn’t a fat guy laying on his back.”

The unique pro boxing/MMA show is being distributed by Square Ring Promotions, Inc. at 9:00PM ET/6:00PM PT in North America on cable and satellite via iNDemand, TVN, DirecTV and Dish Network in the United States, as well as Viewer's Choice, Shaw Cable, Star Choice and Bell TV in Canada, for a suggested retail price of only $29.95.

“I am excited to be part of this card alongside Roy Jones, Jr. and Square Ring Promotions,” Lashley said. “I am looking forward to fighting an experienced opponent like Ken Shamrock and showing the fans that Bobby Lashley is a force to be reckoned with in the heavyweight division. I am going to come out from the opening bell and show Ken Shamrock and the rest of the world that Bobby Lashley is not someone you want to mess with.”

Lion’s Den founder Shamrock (27-13-2, 2 KOs, 23 Submissions), fighting out of San Diego, was the original UFC Superfight and King of the Pancrase MMA champion. Ken dominated the UFC and Pancrase for years, defeating a Who’s Who of MMA stars including Bas Rutten (twice), Masakatsu Funaki (twice), Dan Severn and Kimo Leopoldo (twice), as well as fighting Royce Gracie to a draw.

In 1997, Shamrock joined the World Wrestling Federation (WWF) and was a star there for three years, returning to MMA with Pride Fighting Championships until 2002, when he returned to the UFC. An outstanding athlete who was drafted by the San Diego Chargers, Ken won his last bout by first-round submission (arm bar) this past February 13 against Ross Clifton.

Lashley (1-0, 1 KO) is a true physical specimen, standing 6-3 and weighing 265 pounds, which helped him become a 3-time NCAA champion (1996-98) and 4-time All-America wrestler at Missouri Valley College. After graduating from college, Bobby joined the U.S. Army and was a 2-time Armed Forces Champion and 2002 Military Games Championship silver medalist.

Two years ago, Lashley became a World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE) superstar, highlighted at Wrestlemania 23 as a representative of Donald Trump in a bet against WWE president Vince McMahon. Lashley won the match and helped Trump shave McMahon’s head in the ring. Bobby made his MMA debut last December 13, stopping Joshua Franklin only 0.41 into the opening round.

The MMA co-feature pits two world-class grapplers, former IFL heavyweight champion Roy “Big Country” Nelson (13-6, 6 KOs, 4 Submissions) against former UFC title challenger Jeff “The Snowman” Monson (27-8, 2 KOs’ 15 Submissions).

Tickets, priced at $128.00, $103.00, $78.00, $53.00 & $28.00 are on sale and available at all Ticketmaster locations, the Pensacola Civic Center Box Office and ticketmaster.com.

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Friday, February 13, 2009

Shamrock to Shamrock: Get Over Your Problems



Adoptees Frank and Ken Shamrock haven't much got along since younger Frank stepped out from the elder Ken's shadow.

As Ken's career has entered its sub-twilight phase, Frank has gotten more and more vocal about a possible fight between the two. And according to a conference call announcing his next bout against Nick Diaz on Apr. 11, he still hasn't given up the idea.

"It's a fight I've always wanted to do," he said. "I think it's an exceptionally compelling story. Ken's going through some personal and emotional problems right now, so we're letting him do that. But this fight is something very personal for me, and I think it's very important that we tell the story of the sport and the Shamrock family what type of influence that family had on the sport. But right now, we're putting it on the backburner."

Indeed, with Frank booked for Apr. 11 with assurances to fight Cung Le if he wins against Diaz, the fight could stay on the backburner for a while. Not to mention, Ken is scheduled for a return on Friday in a co-promotion between his company and Wargods in Fresno, Calif. The 45 year-old is set to face the nearly 400lb. fighter Ross Clifton.

Ken's emotional problems may also take the backburner when he's trying to wrestle 400lbs. to the canvas on Friday.

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Friday, December 5, 2008

Ken Shamrock On Hand for Dec. 13 Charity Event

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Members of the Lions Den Elite Fight Team Join Other High Profile Athletes for Extreme Sports Charity Event

Convicted Artist is proud to announce that several Lion's Den Elite fighters, including Ken Shamrock himself, will be participating in the "Battle of Orange County" fundraising event taking place on December 13th at the No Limits Mixed Martial Arts & Fitness Center in Irvine, California. This "First of its Kind" Extreme Sports & Artists Charity Event will benefit the Life Rolls on Foundation, an organization that supports and benefits young people with spinal cord injuries. The Life Rolls on Foundation's mission is to ensure that spinal cord injury patients are able to live an active life.

According to Steven Arredondo of ConvictedArtist.com, "This is definitely going to be the fundraising event of the year! High profile athletes involved in Boxing, MMA, Surfing, Skating, and Motocross are coming together for this very worthy cause. All proceeds from this event will go to the Life Rolls on Foundation. We received a tremendous response from elite athletes across the U.S willing to participate. Some athletes will be on hand to do meet and greet with the fans, while others, such as the Lion's Den fighters, will be competing in "The Battle of Orange County" MMA fight event, where some of the top MMA schools in the nation will compete in submission wrestling super fights."

The main event in The Battle for Orange County features Lion's Den Elite Team fighter and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt Denis Gomes who will go head to head with five-time world Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Champion Givanildo "The Arm Collector" Santana of No Limits MMA. The co-main event features Lion's Den Elite fighter and UFC Veteran Mike Van Arsdale who will battle the currently undefeated KOTC veteran Chad Davis.

MMA Legend and UFC Hall of Famer Ken Shamrock will be on hand for meet and greets along with former WBC Intercontinental heavyweight title holder Ross Puritty, former two-time Heavyweight Champion and cast member of "Rocky V" Tommy Morrison, LRO model Briana Walker, free-style motocross rider Ronnie Faisst, sports commentator and ring announcer "Big Dog" Benny Henderson Jr., Arizona Cardinals player and Lion's Den Scottsdale partner Scott Peters and many other high profile athletes and celebrities. All of these athletes have joined together to help raise money for young people affected by spinal cord injuries.

There will be live music and a variety of other great entertainment acts for attendees to enjoy throughout the day leading up to the main "Battle of Orange County" fight event, including skateboard competitions featuring well known, top skateboarders, and a very impressive silent auction.

"Battle for Orange County" is scheduled to start at 4:00pm at the No Limits Mixed Martial Arts & Fitness Center, located at 1962 Barranca Parkway in Irvine, California. General admission is only $45.00, which includes food, entertainment, photos and downloadable video of event. All proceeds will go to the Life Rolls on Foundation. Tickets for this event can be purchased at ConvictedArtist.com or by calling 1-866-926-8499.

For those that cannot be in attendance, the fights and after party will be streamed live online at ConvictedArtist.com, NoLimitsMMA.com and Boxinginginsider.com. Donations can also be made on line or by phone during the event. For additional information and media requests, please contact Steven Arredondo at 714 235-7522 or via e-mail at steven_e_arredondo@yahoo.com

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Tuesday, December 2, 2008

Tim Sylvia vs. Ken Shamrock and Nick Diaz vs. Joe Riggs 2 in Discussion

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In regards to rumors of UFC Former Heavyweight Champion Tim Sylvia and MMA legend Ken Shamrock coming together for the first time, Xp3 Promotions and UFS President Posh Caplan says that the Xp3 event, Unified Fight Sports 1 “Vindication,” which was scheduled to be held in Houston in December, has been rescheduled for March and is to air a Live Spring Break In-Demand pay-per-view event in Florida, date pending venue confirmation.

Posh will say only that the Sylvia vs. Shamrock fight is in negotiation. She confirms that Tim Sylvia and his manager Monte Cox have accepted the terms, and that Shamrock’s manager and Shamrock Promotions CEO Bill McFarlane has given written confirmation to UFS and In-Demand, that negotiations are currently in progress.

This event also looks to bring Joe Riggs and Nick Diaz to the cage and letters of intent have been signed, but may be revisited pending the length of recovery for Riggs' surgery for a broken hand.

Negotiations have been agreed upon for three former UFC heavyweights: Tim Sylvia, Jeff Monson, and Ricco Rodriguez, as well as for UFC veterans Travis Lutter, Justin Eilers, Brad Imes, Sherman Pendergarst, and, likely, Joe Doerksen and MTV’s Kit Kope.

Posh says that the Unified Fight Sports event will combine the MMA fight event with a top concert performance bringing MMA to the mainstream while maintaining the integrity of the sport and promoting these world class athletes. Posh wishes to express her thanks to Monte Cox and Pat Miletich and the MMA community for their support and for making this premier event possible
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Wednesday, November 19, 2008

Mike Van Arsdale Joins the Lion's Den

Lion’s Den Scottsdale has officially announced the addition of UFC Veteran Mike Van Arsdale to the facilities elite team of instructors. Van Arsdale, who relocated from Iowa to join the team, is now instructing mixed martial arts and grappling classes at the Scottsdale facility.

“I am honored to be an instructor at the Lion’s Den, one of the most respected mixed martial arts training camps in the world. I’m looking forward to working with the fighters and helping them master the skills needed to take their careers to the next level.” states Van Arsdale.

Van Arsdale holds a professional MMA record of eight wins and five losses. His MMA debut came in 1998 when he traveled to Brazil to compete in the no-rules International Vale Tudo Championships, a tournament in which van Arsdale won three consecutive fights in one evening to claim the title. Van Arsdale was also the 1988 NCAA Division 1 Collegiate Wrestling Champion at 167 lb while competing for Iowa Sate University and was inducted into the Iowa Wrestling Hall of Fame.

According to Lion’s Den Founder Ken Shamrock, "Mike Van Arsdale is an extremely skilled and well rounded athlete who has a phenomenal wrestling and MMA background. We are very fortunate to have him as part of our team of instructors at Lion’s Den Scottsdale. Our students will greatly benefit from the skills that Van Arsdale brings to the table. The Lion Den is considered one of the top MMA training facilities in the country and we continue to add top notch talent to our team to stay a cut above the rest.”

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Wednesday, October 29, 2008

Ken Shamrock's Lion's Den Holds Open Tryouts

On Sunday, November 2nd a new breed of MMA champions will be chosen. As part of the Lion's Den Middletown grand opening celebration, MMA Legend Ken Shamrock will be holding open tryouts for the highly anticipated Lion's Den Middletown Elite Fight Team. The tryout's will be open to all experienced, professional mixed martial arts fighters, and will take place in the state of Connecticut at Shamrock's newest MMA training facility. Fighter registration begins at 9:00 am with tryouts commencing at 10:00 am sharp.

The Lion's Den has a reputation as one of the most feared and respected MMA fight team organizations in the world. Elite Team hopefuls often travel from across the United States to compete for a chance to represent the Lion's Den. Those choosing to compete for one of the highly coveted spots better come prepared. Competitors must meet the extremely rigid qualifying standards set by Shamrock to become a member of this elite team of athletes.

"Only fighters that excel in every level of the grueling competition will make the cut. The competition will be tough, our standards are extremely high. Athletes will be required to display their mixed martial arts skills during a series of extremely challenging drills. If they score high enough to avoid early elimination, they will move on to the next round and will eventually compete in multiple live MMA elimination matches. The tryout process is intense, the competitors not only have to have heart, they will have to prove their skills as well", stated Ken Shamrock, MMA Legend and founder of the Lion's Den.

During the tryouts the skills of each fighter will be carefully evaluated by Ken and the Lion's Den Middletown coaches, all champions and proven experts in their discipline. The competitors that are able to meet the high standards set by Shamrock will not only train with the best, they will have the opportunity to put their skills and training to the test in nationwide MMA events as a Lion's Den Elite Team fighter.

For those interested in taking their MMA career to the next level, tryouts for the Lion's Den Elite team will be held at Lion's Den Middletown located at 1385 Newfield Street, Middletown, Connecticut. Tryouts will be highly competitive and space is limited. Competitors must provide their own MMA gear for the competition; including shin guards, 16 oz gloves, MMA gloves, mouth piece, head gear and groin protector. Please call 860-613-2394 or log on to www.lionsdenct.com for more details.

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Wednesday, October 22, 2008

"Seth (Petruzelli) was paid to stand up."

MMAWeekly.com talked with EliteXC consultant T.Jay Thompson on Monday night about the fallout from ProElite (EliteXC) closing its doors. Thompson was the founder of SuperBrawl, which later morphed into ICON Sport. He sold ICON to ProElite and now it is mired in the mess of the EliteXC meltdown.

Thompson was around at the final EliteXC show, "Heat," where Ken Shamrock withdrew from the main event at the last minute and UFC dropout Seth Petruzelli was tabbed to fight Kimbo Slice at the last minute.

Unless you were under a rock, you know Petruzelli KO'd Kimbo and then a firestorm ensued when he went on a Florida-based radio show talking about how he was influenced to keep the fight standing against Kimbo.

Thompson relayed his insights on the issue, and let's just say they offer no relief to the parties involved that have been trying to say that nothing of the sort happened:

"I was there cageside and watched the whole thing happen," Thompson told MMAWeekly.com. "Watching Jared Shaw jumping up and down and screaming as a representative of the company, I think was disgusting and embarrassing." He continued, "I don’t have a smoking gun, (but) I've been around long enough; I've talked to enough people that were there, I won't name names of executives in the company that I know. Seth was paid to stand up. I'm confident of that. If the commission wants to talk to me, I'll tell them what I know."

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Saturday, October 18, 2008

Ken Shamrock Opens New Den in Cali

Ken Shamrock's Lion's Den Modesto, California's premier Mixed Martial Arts training center is set to open this Fall. This state-of-the-art facility boasts over 12,000 square feet of training area, which includes 4,000 square feet of grappling and striking mat space, a 4,000 square foot free weight and cardio theatre, full circuit training area, a professional raised floor boxing ring and a full size competition cage for mixed martial arts. The Modesto Lion's Den Facility has it all, including a fully stocked MMA apparel store, carrying name brands such as Tap Out, Xtreme Couture and Affliction.

Lion's Den Modesto classes and world-renowned instructors are unparalleled. Classes are set up to accommodate men, women and children of all skill levels, from beginners to professional athletes. Members have the opportunity to train with the best instructors in the area and along side elite athletes. MMA fans can train at the same facility as the fighters they cheer on in competition.

Lion's Den Modesto MMA Classes:

Brazilian Jiu Jitsu - Both Gi (training in the traditional kimono) and no-Gi classes are offered. This program is for men, woman and children of all skill levels.

Krav Maga- The most intence of all Martial Arts. Krav Maga is a practical and tactical system which teaches how to prevent and overcome violence and attacks. KM teaches self-defense, self protection, fighting and combat skills, as well as skills to defend others.

Kickboxing – A full body workout that incorporates martial-arts-style kicks and western-boxing-style strikes

Muay Thai - A form of martial arts that uses all parts of the body, including the elbows and knees, for both training and competitions

Grappling - A combination of multiple martial arts with influences from combat submission wrestling and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu.

Mixed Martial Arts - MMA classes allow members to put all of their trained disciplines together (Jiu-Jitsu, Boxing, Muay Thai, and Grappling). Mixed Martial Arts classes are for advanced students that have acquired skills in each individual discipline.

Martial Arts Programs for Children: Lion's Cub classes are for ages 4-8 and Lion's Juniors classes are for ages 9-14. These age-defined programs include Kick Boxing, Grappling, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and Boxing.

Private Lessons: Private Lessons are offered for Kick-boxing and Jiu Jitsu.

"No facility in California's central valley can compete with the talent that our Lion's Den trainers bring to the table", says Lions Den Founder and MMA legend Ken Shamrock. "Lion's Den Modesto is the most advanced training center in the area and offers the best in mixed martial arts programs; not only will members train with some of the best instructors in the industry, they will have access to top of the line equipment, in which to perfect their skills."

For those interested in taking their MMA career to the next level, tryouts for the Lion's Den Elite team will be held at Lion's Den Modesto semi-annually. Athletes are required to put all of their MMA training to the test against other competitors in this elimination style format. Members of the Elite team will be chosen by Ken Shamrock himself and will compete professionally, while representing the Lion's Den.

The training center is located at 518 Kiernan Ave in Modesto California. Lion's Den Modesto will hold several exciting events during grand opening week. Free submission clinics instructed by Ken Shamrock will be held for local military, firefighters and police officers. In addition, the first annual Lion's Den Modesto Elite Team tryouts will be conducted at the new facility.

Pre sales are going on now, Monday-Friday 9:00am-7:30pm and Saturday 10:00am-3:00pm. The first 200 members to sign up will receive a V.I.P. Ken Shamrock Training Experience and MMA Uniform valued at over $1,000.00.

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Wednesday, October 15, 2008

Frank Shamrock Says Older Brother Ken Is Too Old School to Hang

Frank Shamrock was a candidate to step in for adoptive brother Ken Shamrock on the EliteXC "Heat" CBS card on October 4, from the BankAtlantic Center in Sunrise, Florida. Ken was forced out of the main event against Kevin "Kimbo Slice" Ferguson due to a cut sustained the day of the scheduled bout.

Frank addressed the bizarre circumstances surrounding the cut and whether or not he thought the laceration was legitimately derived. "I came down on him pretty hard, but things do happen before fights," said the former UFC and Strikeforce middleweight titleholder. "If it were me, I would have had some superglue and some make-up, and I would have been out there fighting. But he's old and he's crusty. And I don't know if his cajones are hanging like they used to."

Calling his older brother's manhood into question aside, Frank didn't feel the cut was obtained by anything other than improper preparation, something that caused him to leave the Lion's Den with only a pair of boxing gloves in 1997.

"I don't think Ken is that sophisticated that there's some sinister play involved," commented the younger Shamrock. "I know he needed the money. I know this was a big moment for him. I just think he's a knucklehead like he's been forever. I think he was, you know, fighting the day of his fight as a warm-up. And that's just, it's just so old school. It's so yesterday that he's doing that."

Seth Petruzelli, who was originally supposed to fight on the undercard, ended up being Kimbo's opponent, knocking out the hyped street fighter turned mixed martial artist's in just 14 seconds.

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Tuesday, October 14, 2008

VIDEO: Ken and Frank Shamrock Talk Shop



Despite being adoptive brothers, Ken and Frank Shamrock have made no bones about the fact that they just don't seem to get along. Prior to what was supposed to be a fight between Ken and Internet legend Kimbo Slice at EliteXC's recent event on CBS Televsion, Ken and Frank sat down for a brief interview together. Although it didn't last long, it was a pretty emotional couple of minutes with the brothers talking about the family business... and each other.

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Friday, October 10, 2008

Ken Shamrock Apologizes To Fans

Ken Shamrock on Thursday issued an open letter explaining the occurences at the recent CBS-EliteXC Saturday Night Fights in Florida that kept him out of the scheduled main event with Kimbo Slice. He also apologized to his fans:

The scheduled bout with Kimbo on the EliteXC/CBS Saturday Night Fight card was a great opportunity, and it is unfortunate that I was unable to face Kimbo as planned. I want to apologize to all of my fans, and to the EliteXC and CBS executives who worked so hard to put this fight together. I also want to apologize to Kimbo, Bas Rutten and their entire camp for what happened. I recognize that I put them in a very bad situation, particularly Kimbo. It's difficult to walk into the ring after training for one opponent only to find out hours before the fight that you have to face some you don't know or have never seen fight.

Over the years there have been many great times as well as disappointing times and I know Saturday the fans were as disappointed as I was. I was worked up so I decided to train with my partners in order to stay focused on the fight. I was just doing a light roll to check holds when I got caught by a head butt. It was a freak accident and I didn't think anything of it until I saw drops of blood. It appeared to be a deep laceration so I had my physician look at it and we immediately went to the emergency room. When they said the cut would require stitches, my heart sank because I knew that the Florida Boxing Commission would not let me fight. I was disappointed because I knew this was an opportunity to give the fans, my friends, and my family something to cheer about. It has been a hard couple of years for me, and for my fans. I have suffered some disappointing losses. I definitely regret my decision to train on the day of the fight.

I promise that I will make this up to all my fans. I know that there is nothing I can do about what occurred, but I plan to get back into the ring soon. I would like it to be against Kimbo Slice. Hopefully EliteXC/CBS will still be able to put a fight together. It's is the right thing to do. The fans want it and I want it.

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Thursday, October 9, 2008

ESPN's MMA Live Focuses on Kimbo KO



The latest episode (#22) of MMA Live from ESPN features Jon Anik, Kenny Florian, and Franklin McNeil focusing on the Kimbo Slice and Ken Shamrock debacle that occurred at the recent CBS-EliteXC Saturday Night Fights in Florida.

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Wednesday, October 8, 2008

Frank Shamrock Offered To Fight Kimbo

When Ken Shamrock was forced out of the EliteXC on CBS main event against Kevin "Kimbo Slice" Ferguson due to a cut just hours before the two were scheduled to fight, another Shamrock offered to step in as a last minute replacement.

EliteXC Head of Fight Operations, Jeremy Lappen, told MMAWeekly Radio that Frank Shamrock offered to step out of the broadcasters' booth to step in for adoptive brother Ken.

"He did offer himself up," said Lappen. But it wasn't feasible to get Frank Shamrock cleared with the commission on such short notice.

Frank will be on MMAWeekly Radio on Friday at 9pm ET/6pm PT.

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