‘IT’S PERSONAL’ GRUDGE MATCH ADDED TO LEWISTON FIGHT CARD

Lewiston, Maine (October 7, 2013) – New England Fights Mixed Martial Arts (NEF MMA) today announced a grudge match between Bruce “Pretty Boy” Boyington (3-6) and Josh Parker (4-7) at a catchweight of 150-pounds at “NEF XI” on November 9^th at the Androscoggin Bank Colisee in Lewiston, Maine.

NEF MMA signed athlete “Pretty Boy” Boyington is coming off of a first-round submission loss at “NEF X” to underrated featherweight fighter Walter Smith Cotito (2-2). Despite the loss in September, fans described Boyington as looking leaner and faster than ever while fighting in the 145-pound weight class for the first time in his career. Boyington is well known to NEF MMA fans for winning the “2012 Knockout of the Year” award for his ten-second evisceration of Keegan Hornstra (1-6) back at “NEF III.”

“This fight has implications—it’s personal,” stated Boyington when reached for comment. “Josh and I have history. He dated my fiancé during our brief split-up years ago and there has been tension ever since. Although our names have been whispered together several times, the fight never came true until now and I intend on training longer, harder, faster and with more intensity than ever before and—let’s just put it this way—come November 9th, I will be head hunting. My last fight was my hardest defeat and that’s because I know I let it slip out of my hands and I know that I’m capable of beating anyone at 145 pounds. I don’t mind using Josh as that first step towards redemption. Get your tickets and you can come early or late, but I would make sure you’re in your seat for the Boyington fight.”

“Make no mistake about it, these guys do not like each other,” stated NEF MMA promoter and co-owner Nick DiSalvo. “It’s clear that there is serious bad blood between these two professional fighters—and it runs cold. Both challengers are known for their fiery performances to begin with, so couple that with the hatred they have for one another and we have the perfect recipe for a dramatic finish. “

NEF MMA signed fighter Josh Parker has had his own memorable moments inside the NEF cage, most notably when he submitted South Carolina MMA champion Amos Collins (1-4) who came into the fight with a 10-3 amateur record behind him back at “NEF VI” in February. However, the powerful Parker has struggled to find consistency in the cage and is committed to getting back on track against Boyington.

“I’m excited for this fight to finally happen—it’s going to be a good fight for the fans,” stated Parker when reached for comment. “I’m a fighter, not a talker—I’ll do my talking in the cage. This is a fight you’re not going to want to miss—the judge’s won’t be deciding this one.”

“The genetic gods smiled on both of these muscled fighters,” stated NEF MMA matchmaker and co-owner Matt Peterson when asked to comment on the athleticism and physiques of Boyington and Parker. “They are both in great condition and they both bring distinct skill sets to the dance, but at the end of the day they both love to strike—and when two guys that don’t like each other start swinging, it all but guarantees a great night of action for fans of big knockouts.”

NEF MMA’s next event, “NEF XI,” is scheduled to take place onSaturday, November 9, 2013 at the Androscoggin Bank Colisee in Lewiston, Maine.  Maine State MMA Bantamweight Champion Paul Gorman (9-8) is scheduled to defend his title that night against Tateki Matsuda (7-4).  Tickets start at just $10 and are on sale now at www.TheColisee.com or by calling The Colisee box office at207.783.2009 x 525. For more information on the event and fight card updates, please visit the promotion’s website at www.NewEnglandFights.com.  In addition, you can watch NEF MMA videos at www.youtube.com/NEFMMA, follow them on Twitter @nefights and join the official Facebook group “New England Fights.”

About New England Fights

New England Fights Mixed Martial Arts (“NEF MMA”) is a Mixed Martial Arts promotions company. NEF MMA’s mission is to create the highest quality events for Maine’s fighters and fans alike. NEF MMA’s executive team has extensive experience in combat sports management, events production, media relations, marketing, legal and advertising.

New England Fights Announces the Results of NEF X

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Lewiston, Maine (September 21, 2013) – New England Fights Mixed Martial Arts (NEF MMA) held the fight promotion's tenth event, "NEFX," earlier this evening at the Androscoggin Bank Colisee.   The card featured a total of 25 fights that kept fight fans entertained all afternoon and night.  The promotion also announced its next event, "NEF XI," scheduled to take place back at the Colisee in Lewiston on November 9, 2013.  That event will be headlined by a title defense featuring Maine State MMA Bantamweight Champion Paul Gorman (9-8).

The full results from the NEF X are below:

Professional Fights:

185 Luc Bondole vs. Jimmy Quinlan ended in a majority draw

170 Ryan Sanders def. Rashaun Spencer via armbar, round 2

148 John Raio def. Asa Zorn via TKO, round 1

145 Damon Owens def. Josh Parker via rear-naked choke, round 2

  

145 Walter Smith Cotito def. Bruce Boyington via rear-naked choke, round 1

125 Jovan White def. Tommy Balzano via guillotine, round 1

185 Mike Zichelle def. Jason Anderson via TKO, round 1

265 Terry Blackburn def. Jason Dolloff via KO, round 1

170 Mike Hurlburt def. Ryan Cowette via guillotine, round 1

130 Chad Kelly def. Ernesto Ornelas via triangle choke, round 2

Amateur Fights:

195 Dan Connaughton def. Ramon Saintvil via TKO, round 1

145 Charlie Stambach def. Drew Waltz via Americana, round 1

140 Nick Spencer def. Alex Clark via TKO, round 1

155 Mark Graham def. Dom Cofone via arm triangle, round 3

155 Jeremy Tyler def. Shawn Bang via Kimura, round 1

175 CJ Ewer def. Crowsneck Boutin via TKO, round 2

155 Tollison Lewis def. Matt Denning via KO, round 1

125 Tom Hutchinson def. Jason Bell via rear-naked choke, round 2

150 Corey Hinkley def. Jimmy Jackson via guillotine, round 3

155 Jarrod Tyler def. Nate Charles via unanimous decision

155 Ryan DiBartolomeo def. Nermin Zilic via split decision

205 Jeremy Stevens def. Matt Coolidge via split decision

135 Kevin Barrett def. Ryan Daley via armbar, round 1

125 Mike Brown def. Dustin Veinott via triangle choke, round 1

170 Nash Roy def. Brandon Traknis via arm triangle, round 1

NEF MMA's next event, “NEF XI,” is scheduled to take place on Saturday, November 9, 2013 at the Androscoggin Bank Colisee in Lewiston, Maine. Maine State MMA Bantamweight Champion Paul Gorman (9-8) is scheduled to defend his title that night.  Tickets start at just $25 and are on sale now at www.TheColisee.com or by calling The Colisee box office at 207.783.2009 x 525. For more information on the event and fight card updates, please visit the promotion's website atwww.NewEnglandFights.com.  In addition, you can watch NEF MMA videos at www.youtube.com/NEFMMA, follow them on Twitter @nefights and join the official Facebook group “New England Fights.”

About New England Fights

New England Fights Mixed Martial Arts (“NEF MMA”) is a Mixed Martial Arts promotions company. NEF MMA’s mission is to create the highest quality events for Maine’s fighters and fans alike. NEF MMA’s executive team has extensive experience in combat sports management, events production, media relations, marketing, legal and advertising.

NEF MMA Hosts Weigh-Ins Friday, September 20th at 2 pm EDT from the Ramada Conference Center Lewiston, Maine

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Lewiston, Maine (September 18, 2013) – The weigh-in for New England Fights (NEF) MMA “NEF X” will take place Friday at 2 p.m. EDT from the Ramada Conference Center located at 490 Pleasant Street, Lewiston, Maine 04240. “NEF X” will take place at the Androscoggin Bank Colisee located at 190 Birch Street, Lewiston, Maine 04240, on Saturday, September 21^st with doors opening at 3 p.m. and the first fight scheduled to begin at 4 p.m.

All of the participants for Saturday night’s event will be on hand, including headliners Jon Lemke and John Ortolani, as well as UFC veteran Jimmy Quinlan, Luc Bondole, Jesse Erickson, Josh Parker, John Raio, Dominic Cofone, and many others. The weigh-in is open to both the public and media.

The full fight card for “NEF X” is listed below:

Maine State MMA Lightweight Title Fight: John Ortolani(7-7) vs. Jon Lemke (3-1)

Middleweight Feature Fight: Jimmy Quinlan (3-1) vs. Luc Bondole (2-0)

Welterweight Feature Fight: Ryan Sanders (4-4) vs. Rashaun Spencer (4-4)

Featherweight Feature Fight: John Raio (0-4) vs. Asa Zorn (0-3)

Featherweight Feature Fight:  Damon Owens (1-0) vs. Josh Parker (4-6)

Lightweight Feature Fight: Jesse Erickson (1-1) vs. Tunde Odumosu (0-1)

Featherweight Feature Fight: Bruce Boyington (3-5) vs. Walter Cotito (1-2)

Flyweight Feature Fight: Tommy Balzano (1-1) vs. Jovan White (0-3)

Middleweight Feature Fight: Jason Anderson (11-30) vs. Mike Zichelle (4-3)

Heavyweight Feature Fight: Jason Dolloff (6-17) vs. Terry Blackburn (3-2)

Welterweight Feature Fight: Ryan Cowette (0-1) vs. Mike Hurlburt (0-1)

Catchweight 130-pound Feature Fight: Chad Kelly (1-0) vs. Ernesto Ornelas (1-3)

Catchweight 195-pound Feature Fight: Ramon Saintvil (2-1) vs. Dan Connaughton (1-0)

Featherweight Feature Fight: Drew Waltz (1-3) vs. Charle Stambach (1-0)

Catchweight 140-pound Feature Fight: Alex Clark (2-0) vs. Nick Spencer (3-3)

Lightweight Feature Fight: Dom Cofone (4-1) vs. Mark Graham (3-1)

Lightweight Feature Fight: Shawn Bang (1-0) vs. Jeremy Tyler (1-1)

Catchweight 175-pound Feature Fight: Crowsneck Boutin (3-4) vs. CJ Ewer (2-0)

Lightweight Feature Fight: Matt Denning (2-2) vs. Tollison Lewis (3-8)

Flyweight Feature Fight: Jason Bell (0-0) vs. Tom Hutchinson (0-0)

Catchweight 150-pound Feature Fight: Corey Hinkley (0-1) vs. Jimmy Jackson (1-0)

Lightweight Feature Fight: Nate Charles (1-5) vs. Jarrod Tyler (0-1)

Lightweight Feature Fight: Nermin Zilic (0-1) vs. Ryan DiBartolomeo (0-3)

Light-Heavyweight Feature Fight: Matt Coolidge (0-0) vs. Jeremy Stevens (1-0)

Bantamweight Feature Fight: Kevin Barrett (0-2) vs. Ryan Daley (0-0)

Flyweight Feature Fight: Dustin Veinott (0-1) vs. Mike Brown (1-0)

Welterweight Feature Fight: Nash Roy (0-0) vs. Brandon Traknis (0-1)

“NEF X” is scheduled to take place this Saturday, September 21, 2013 at the Androscoggin Bank Colisee in Lewiston, Maine.  Tickets start at just $25 and are on sale now at www.TheColisee.com.   The card will feature a 155-pound bout between Jon Lemke (3-1) and John Ortolani (7-7) to fill the recently vacated Maine State Lightweight Championship. In addition, UFC veteran Jimmy "Crash" Quinlan (3-1) will face Luc Bondole (2-0).  For more information on the event and the full fight card, please visit the promotion's website atwww.NewEnglandFights.com.  In addition, you can watch NEF MMA videos atwww.youtube.com/NEFMMA, follow them on Twitter @nefights and join the official Facebook group “New England Fights.”

About New England Fights

New England Fights Mixed Martial Arts (“NEF MMA”) is a Mixed Martial Arts promotions company. NEF MMA’s mission is to create the highest quality events for Maine’s fighters and fans alike. NEF MMA’s executive team has extensive experience in combat sports management, events production, media relations, marketing, legal and advertising.

New England Fights! Signs Jesse Erickson and Josh Parker, Two Set to Compete May 18 In Lewiston, Maine

Lewiston, Maine (April 2, 2013) -- In a continuing effort to scout, sign and develop the best talent in the Northeast, New England Fights! (NEF) is proud to announce the addition of two talented professional lightweights to its roster in Jesse "The Viking" Erickson (0-1) and Josh Parker (4-5). NEF has signed both prospects to multi-fight promotional contracts and the two will compete against one another at NEF VII on May 18.

"NEF is committed to working with the best established and up-and-coming fighters in the region," said NEF co-owner and promoter Nick DiSalvo. "With these two latest signings, we've achieved both of those priorities."

Erickson joins fellow NEF fighter Ray Wood as a former top-ranked-amateur recently turned professional to sign with the promotion. Erickson holds notable wins in the amateur ranks over Aubrey Rion, Drew Waltz and Tollison Lewis. The Central Maine Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (CMBJJ) product recently made his professional debut in Bellator MMA and lost a hard-fought battle with undefeated Team Irish standout Jon Lemke (2-0).

"I feel honored with the opportunity to sign with NEF," stated Erickson. "I've fought for every one of their shows and I have grown as a fighter on their stage. I look forward to the next level of competition that the professional level brings!"

Josh Parker is another familiar face to NEF fans, having competed on four of the promotion's last six events. Parker, who in the past struggled to find consistency in his professional career, is riding high since his most recent bout--a crowd-pleasing come-from-behind second-round submission victory over former South Carolina champion Amos Collins.

"I want to thank NEF for signing me and giving me this opportunity," stated Parker. "I have fought for many promotions and NEF is hands down the best! I am proud to fight for them--they are very professional and take care of their fighters--and my performance on May 18th will prove they made the right decision in signing me!"

"Signing two tough, hardworking, disciplined professionals like Jesse Erickson and Josh Parker to long-term contracts is the real joy of this job" stated NEF co-owner and matchmaker Matt Peterson. "Both guys have always fought valiantly for us. It will be a privilege to work with them on the next stages of their careers. Further, as a fan of both individuals, I know we can expect the summer fireworks to come early in their bout on May 18!"

At the time of this writing, the fight card for May 18 in Lewiston consisted of more than thirty fights.  The main event is scheduled to feature Maine MMA legend Marcus "The Irish Hand Grenade" Davis (21-9) battling Darrius Heyliger (4-1).  The co-main event will see UFC veteran Henry Martinez (9-5) squaring off with Jamie Harrison (4-1) for the Maine State Lightweight Title.  Also on the main card, Travis "The Showstopper" Bartlett (8-3) meets Randy "The Wolf" Smith (14-13-1) for the Maine State Heavyweight Title.  Tickets start at just $25 and are on sale now at www.TheColisee.com or by calling The Colisee box office at207.783.2009 x  525.  For more information on the event, visit www.NewEnglandFights.com. You can watch NEF videos at www.youtube.com/NEFMMA, follow them on Twitter @nefights and join the official Facebook group “New England Fights.”

About New England Fights

New England Fights! (“NEF!”) is a Mixed Martial Arts promotions company. NEF’s mission is to create the highest quality events for Maine’s fighters and fans alike. NEF!’s executive team has extensive experience in combat sports management, events production, media relations, marketing, legal and advertising.

Lightweight Title Tournament to Begin September 8 in Lewiston, ME

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Lewiston, Maine (July 27, 2012) – New England Fights! (NEF) announced today a mini-tournament to begin at the promotion’s FIGHT NIGHT IV card scheduled for September 8 in Lewiston, ME at the Androscoggin Bank Colisée.  On that night, NEF’s four top lightweights will face-off in qualifying bouts.  The winners of those qualifying bouts will then proceed to a final round fight in November at NEF’s FIGHT NIGHT V event to crown the promotion’s first Maine State Lightweight Champion.

“The lightweight division in Maine is arguably our deepest,” said NEF co-owner and promoter Nick DiSalvo. “We have a great crop at 155, and it was really difficult for us to decide on which two contenders were most-deserving of the title shot.  So, we decided just to put them all in there and let them settle it with this mini-tournament.”

The four athletes chosen to compete in the tournament are: Bruce Boyington (3-2) of Young’s MMA in Brewer, ME; Jamie Harrison (3-1) of First Coast Full Contact in Orange Park, FL; Josh Parker (3-4) of Littlefield’s Gym in Oakland, ME; and Tony Woodman (2-6) of Havoc MMA in Sanford, ME.  In the opening round of the mini-tournament on September 8, Harrison will face Parker and Boyington will fight Woodman. The winners of those two bouts will then meet for the lightweight championship in November.

“Jamie Harrison has been on a tear in NEF,” continued DiSalvo.  “He’s gone 3-0 since he came through our door with some very impressive wins.  You’d really have to consider him the first seed in this tournament.  He’s a BJJ (Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu) Purple Belt and he wrestled at the University of Southern Maine.  He’s won numerous freestyle championships, he’s competed as a shoot fighter, he’s a very accomplished and skilled fighter.  Besides all of that, Jamie has a huge following in Maine.  He’s got a big group of friends and family that come to all his fights to support him.  With a title shot on the line, you can bet they’ll be making a lot of noise in the Colisée on September 8!”

Harrison made a lot of noise across the globe with his win over Andrew Robertson last month in Lewiston. Harrison finished Robertson with an unorthodox back-mount and double-fist punch combination which MMA legend Bas Rutten termed “The Lobster Punch” on AXS TV’s (formerly HDNet) “Inside MMA” show.  Not to be outdone, fellow tournament competitor Bruce Boyington, on that same card last month, delivered a highlight-reel knockout with a Taekwondo spinning hook kick on Keegan Hornstra that received much press worldwide.

“It was just amazing,” said NEF co-owner and matchmaker Matt Peterson.  “I was in awe, just like everyone else in the building, when Boyington landed that kick.  And it just took off from there.  Within minutes there were videos popping up all over the Internet and on social media sites.  At the time of this writing, NEF’s Youtube video of the knockout had over 25,000 views – our most for any video by far.  AXS TV’s Youtube version of the knockout has had over 168,000 views in just over a week of its posting, making it one of their all-time most-watched videos.  Bruce Boyington is quickly becoming a household name in the MMA business.”

For those hoping for a “Lobster Punch vs. Spin Hook Kick” fight for the lightweight championship in November, Peterson warns not to overlook the opponents on September 8.  “Tony Woodman had a great showing for us at FIGHT NIGHT I back in February with a TKO victory over Keegan Hornstra.  Tony’s a very big lightweight and he’s been fighting pro for over five years.  He’s a veteran and he knows what he’s doing in the cage.  Josh Parker had a big win last month for us over Chris Ramos via unanimous decision.  It was a war from start to finish.  It was definitely ‘fight of the night’ of that event.  Josh is another veteran of the cage, having competed professionally for four years now.  Bottom line – we all know that anything can happen in that cage.  All four of these guys are great fighters.  They’re deserving of this shot, and any combination of these four could be fighting for the lightweight title in the finals in November.”

FIGHT NIGHT IV is slated for September 8 at the Androscoggin Bank Colisée in Lewiston, ME.  The card will feature a headline fight between Jesse Peterson (6-2) and Cody Lightfoot (6-3) for the NEF Maine State MMA Middleweight Title, as well as a fight for the NEF Maine State MMA Welterweight Title between Ryan Sanders (4-1) and UFC veteran Ricardo Funch (8-4).  Tickets are on sale and most of cage-side sold-out within minutes.  For more information on this event, visit www.NewEnglandFights.com. You can watch NEF videos at www.youtube.com/NEFMMA, follow them on twitter @nefights and join the official Facebook group “New England Fights”.  Tickets for Fight Night IV are on sale now at www.TheColisee.com or by calling The Colisee box office at 207-783-2009.

About New England Fights!

New England Fights! (“NEF!”) is a Mixed Martial Arts promotions company. NEF!’s mission is to create the highest quality events for Maine’s fighters and fans alike. NEF!’s executive team has extensive experience in combat sports management, events production, media relations, marketing, legal and advertising.