Shadd Dales Appointed Master of Ceremonies for The MMA Show Live

Birmingham, UK – April 17, 2012 – It was announced today that Shadd Dales has been strategically chosen as the Master of Ceremonies for the main stage at The MMA Show Live. As emcee, Dales will be introducing fighters during the Q & A sessions and will be keeping fans informed throughout the event. The MMA Show Live is being held May 12 - 13 at The NEC in Birmingham.

Shadd Dales, currently a broadcaster in North America, is known throughout the UK for his previous work as a charismatic ring announcer for the British Association of Mixed Martial Arts (BAMMA). Dales’ distinct and powerful voice is known across multiple industries and has earned him a reputation as one of the most sought after event announcers in the nation.

Shadd Dales had this to say about his involvement with Europe’s biggest MMA fan expo, “It is truly an honor to be a part The MMA Show Live. The expo was put together with the MMA fans in mind and they definitely did not disappoint! The expo’s star studded line-up includes some of the sport’s biggest stars from marquee fighters to well-known MMA personalities. I am thrilled to be a part of it!”

Below is the full line-up for The MMA Show Live:

BJ Penn (UFC)

Randy Couture (UFC)

Ben Henderson (UFC)

Dan Henderson (UFC)

Michael Bisping (UFC)

Mark Munoz (UFC)

Sean Sherk (UFC)

Brittney Palmer (UFC)

Chandella Powell (UFC)

Diego Sanchez (UFC)

Thiago Alves (UFC)

Thiago Silva (UFC)

Kenny Florian (UFC)

Jake Shields (UFC)

Paul Daley (Strkeforce)

Alexander Gustaffson (UFC)

Matt Mitrione (UFC)

Alessio Sakara (UFC)

Brendan Schaub (UFC)

Rory MacDonald (UFC)

Chris Leben (UFC)

Phil DeFries (UFC)

Vaughan Lee (UFC)

John Maguire (UFC)

Neil Grove (UFC, Bellator, Super Fight League)

Rob Sinclair (BAMMA)

Marloes Coenen (Strikeforce, Invictus)

Semmy Schilt (K1, PRIDE)

Jimmy Wallhead (Bellator)

Jimi Manuwa (BAMMA)

Jack Marshman (BAMMA)

Andre Winner (BAMMA)

Tim Radcliffe (UCMMA)

Vladimir Matyushenko (UFC)

Brad Pickett (UFC)

Jason Young (UFC)

Ross Pearson (UFC)

Dean Amasinger (KSW)

Che Mills (UFC)

Simeon Thoresen (UFC)

Tom 'Kong' Watson (BAMMA)

Ian 'The Machine' Freeman (UFC, Cage Rage)

Rameau Thierry Sokoudjou (UFC, PRIDE and DREAM)

Stephen ‘Wonderboy’ Thompson (UFC)

Jorge Rivera (UFC)

Frank Trigg (UFC, PRIDE)

Mark Coleman (UFC, PRIDE)

Keith Jardine (Strikeforce)

Dan Severn (UFC, PRIDE, Cage Rage, WEC)

Marc Goddard (UFC Referee)

Gareth A Davies (The Daily Telegraph, ESPN)

Jon Chaimberg (Jackson’s MMA)

Kenny Johnson (BOLT Wrestling)

Martin De Jong (Golden Glory)


Tickets are available now from The Ticket Factory at http://bit.ly/xXUcfa or from the 24 hour ticket hotline on 0844 338 0338.

For more information on The MMA Show Live, please go to www.themmashowlive.com. Fans can also follow The MMA Show Live on Twitter at www.twitter.com/themmashowlive and on Facebook at www.facebook.com/themmashowlive.

For more information on Shadd Dales, please visit www.Shadddales.com or follow him on Twitter at @Shadddales.


About The MMA Show Live:

The MMA Show Live is a bi-yearly interactive fan experience dedicated to mixed martial arts from around the World. Populating a second hall at the NEC in Birmingham alongside The Martial Arts Show Live, The MMA Show Live consists of five training areas where some of the biggest names in the business will host special group training sessions, a huge stage & screen for Q&A sessions, an autograph zone where fans can meet their favorite fighters and exhibition stands where some of the biggest brands in MMA will be selling merchandise and much, much more.
About Shadd Dales:

Shadd Dales is a highly sought after announcer with a voice that is known across multiple industries. Dales has been the voice of many high profile events in sold out stadiums and arenas across the nation, and is the speaker of choice for many corporate functions. Known for his distinct and powerful voice, Dales continues to ignite crowds in the United States, Canada and the UK and boasts an impressive client roster that continues to grow exponentially. With a voice that is in high demand, Dales has worked with notable organizations such as BAMMA (British Association of Mixed Martial Arts), the NHL Hockey Hall of Fame, MTV’s Bull Run Rally, Stereophonics European Tour, Toronto’s Virgin Radio, Frito Lay, Coors Light, and the NBA Toronto Raptors. Dales is “the voice of choice” for many major corporations and events worldwide! For more information please visit www.Shadddales.com. You can also follow Shadd Dales on twitter at @shadddales.

Randy Couture and Benson Henderson Complete The MMA Show Live Line-up

Birmingham, UK – April 11, 2012 – It has been confirmed that the star of The Expendables, former 6X UFC Champion Randy Couture and current UFC Lightweight Champion Ben Henderson will complete the star studded line-up for The MMA Show Live, Europe’s largest and most prominent MMA expo. The MMA Show Live is being held May 12 - 13 at The NEC in Birmingham.

According to Liam Fisher, organizer of the event “We are thrilled that Randy Couture and Ben Henderson will be a part of the MMA Show Live, what better way to complete the shows line-up than with two of the sport’s biggest stars! There are more marquee fighters signed up for The MMA Show Live than ever before. This is truly an unmissable event!”

They MMA Show Live gives fans access to more top level UFC and MMA talent than any other MMA show in Europe! The sport of K1 will also be represented at the event, as 4X K1 Grand Prix Champion and PRIDE veteran Semmy Schilt has also been confirmed.

The MMA Show Live is an interactive fan experience dedicated to mixed martial arts from around the World. The show consists of five training areas where some of the biggest names in the business will host special group training sessions. The show also features a huge stage & screen for Q&A sessions, an autograph zone where fans can meet their favorite fighters, exhibition stands where some of the biggest brands in MMA will be selling merchandise and much more!

The MMA Show Live Full Line-up:

BJ Penn (UFC)
Randy Couture (UFC)
Ben Henderson (UFC)
Dan Henderson (UFC)
Michael Bisping (UFC)
Mark Munoz (UFC)
Sean Sherk (UFC)
Brittney Palmer (UFC)
Chandella Powell (UFC)
Diego Sanchez (UFC)
Thiago Alves (UFC)
Thiago Silva (UFC)
Kenny Florian (UFC)
Jake Shields (UFC)
Paul Daley (Strkeforce)
Alexander Gustaffson (UFC)
Matt Mitrione (UFC)
Alessio Sakara (UFC)
Brendan Schaub (UFC)
Rory MacDonald (UFC)
Chris Leben (UFC)
Phil DeFries (UFC)
Vaughan Lee (UFC)
John Maguire (UFC)
Neil Grove (UFC, Bellator, Super Fight League)
Rob Sinclair (BAMMA)
Marloes Coenen (Strikeforce, Invictus)
Semmy Schilt (K1, PRIDE)
Jimmy Wallhead (Bellator)
Jimi Manuwa (BAMMA)
Jack Marshman (BAMMA)
Andre Winner (BAMMA)
Tim Radcliffe (UCMMA)
Vladimir Matyushenko (UFC)
Brad Pickett (UFC)
Jason Young (UFC)
Ross Pearson (UFC)
Dean Amasinger (KSW)
Che Mills (UFC)
Simeon Thoresen (UFC)
Tom 'Kong' Watson (BAMMA)
Ian 'The Machine' Freeman (UFC, Cage Rage)
Rameau Thierry Sokoudjou (UFC, PRIDE and DREAM)
Stephen ‘Wonderboy’ Thompson (UFC)
Jorge Rivera (UFC)
Frank Trigg (UFC, PRIDE)
Mark Coleman (UFC, PRIDE)
Keith Jardine (Strikeforce)
Dan Severn (UFC, PRIDE, Cage Rage, WEC)
Marc Goddard (UFC Referee)
Gareth A Davies (The Daily Telegraph, ESPN)
Jon Chaimberg (Jackson’s MMA)
Kenny Johnson (BOLT Wrestling)
Martin De Jong (Golden Glory)

*Rashad Evans, Carlos Condit, and Sergei Kharitonov will no longer be in attendance due to scheduling conflicts.

Tickets are available now from The Ticket Factory at http://bit.ly/xXUcfa or from the 24 hour ticket hotline on 0844 338 0338.

For the full event schedule and more information on The MMA Show Live, please go to http://www.themmashowlive.com/ . Fans can also follow The MMA Show Live on Twitter at
www.twitter.com/themmashowlive  and on Facebook at www.facebook.com/themmashowlive .

About The MMA Show Live:

The MMA Show Live is a bi-yearly interactive fan experience dedicated to mixed martial arts from around the World. Populating a second hall at the NEC in Birmingham alongside The Martial Arts Show Live, The MMA Show Live consists of five training areas where some of the biggest names in the business will host special group training sessions, a huge stage & screen for Q&A sessions, an autograph zone where fans can meet their favorite fighters and exhibition stands where some of the biggest brands in MMA will be selling merchandise and much, much more.

Nuts Magazine Becomes Official Media Partner of The MMA Show Live

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The MMA Show Live KO’s Bullying

Birmingham, UK – April 2, 2012 - KO Bullying has joined forces with The MMA Show Live, becoming their Official Children’s Charity Partner. The partnership is designed to raise awareness for the campaign amongst the UK’s MMA fan base. The MMA Show Live is being held May 12 - 13 at The NEC in Birmingham.

Supported by UK charity Kidscape, KO Bullying is an inspirational campaign with one aim, to put a stop to bullying by promoting respect, understanding and self-confidence. The sad facts are that 1 in 12 children in the UK will be bullied so badly this year that it impacts their education, whilst 14 youth suicides a year are directly linked to bullying.

By working with both the bullies and their victims, KO Bullying aims to teach and promote the principles of mixed martial arts, which are based on respect for oneself and others. Already fighters such as Ross Pearson, Dean Amasinger and Brad Pickett have pledged their support to the campaign. All of who will be helping to raise awareness for the campaign at The MMA Show Live.

Matt Walton, president for KO Bullying, said: "Martial Arts when taught correctly is great for teaching confidence and respect to replace fear, anger and low self esteem. It is a void that can’t always be filled by teachers or parents and one that unfortunately leads to bullying and aggressive behavior. By teaching MMA we can promote discipline, respect and confidence to create young people with a greater awareness of themselves and others.”

“I’m delighted that The MMA Show Live is supporting the campaign. Our goal now is to raise awareness and funds so we can begin to roll out pilot workshops across the country. I’ve no doubt that MMA can have a positive impact on society, in particular our younger generations.”

KO Bullying will be hosting several training sessions at The MMA Show Live for children attending with their families. The sessions will be coordinated by the likes of Brad Pickett, Ross Pearson and Dean Amasinger, who are ambassadors for the campaign.

The MMA Show Live will also be hosting a very special prize draw on the final day of the expo where one lucky winner will walk away with a plethora of limited edition and signed merchandise donated by the exhibitors and fighters attending the show.

Liam Fisher, the organizer of The MMA Show Live said “We are very excited to be working with KO Bullying to help raise awareness and money for such a great campaign. It is a personal goal of mine to show the general public of the UK that MMA can be a very positive part of people’s lives. The MMA community should do things to raise the profile of this great sport. I am deeply passionate about this campaign in particular. I truly believe that MMA is the perfect sport to help build confidence and teach discipline to children.”

Tickets are available now from The Ticket Factory at http://bit.ly/xXUcfa or from the 24 hour ticket hotline on 0844 338 0338.

For more information on The MMA Show Live, please go to www.themmashowlive.com. Fans can also follow The MMA Show Live on Twitter at www.twitter.com/themmashowlive and on Facebook at www.facebook.com/themmashowlive.

For more info on KO Bullying go to www.getspiked.co.uk

About KO Bullying:

The Aim:
Promote the building of confidence through participation in action sports.

The Background:
Low levels of confidence and self-esteem are at the heart of bullying. KO Bullying is dedicated to helping people of all ages to build confidence. Easy understandable steps is the key milestone in helping develop confidence, self respect and respect for others. Having a higher level of self-respect and self-esteem not only allows people to excel and feel positive, but also allows them to recognize their behavior and attitude towards others.

About The MMA Show Live:

The MMA Show Live is a bi-yearly interactive fan experience dedicated to mixed martial arts from around the World. Populating a second hall at the NEC in Birmingham alongside The Martial Arts Show Live, The MMA Show Live consists of five training areas where some of the biggest names in the business will host special group training sessions, a huge stage & screen for Q&A sessions, an autograph zone where fans can meet their favorite fighters and exhibition stands where some of the biggest brands in MMA will be selling merchandise and much, much more.