Gladiator Challenge Higlights
Friday, January 27, 2012
Some Highlights of some of GCs best fighters, many who are now in the UFC
Video made by damienhlts
Mark Munoz vs. Chris Leben UFC 138
Friday, November 04, 2011
Gladiator Challenge vets Mark Munoz and Chris Leben are on a collision course for UFC 138 Nov. 5th 2011.
Gladiator Challenge to present the "Pro-Am Series" at Soboba Casino on August 21st
Wednesday, August 10, 2011
"Pro-Am Series" release
Fight Video: GC Featherweight Champion Robbie Peralta vs. Hiroyuki Takaya
Tuesday, August 09, 2011
Check out this video of GC 145-pound champion Robbie Peralta as he faces DREAM Featherweight Champion Hiroyuki Takaya at "Strikeforce: Diaz vs. Daley" on April 9th.
Fight Video: Scott Smith dismantles Pete Sell
Monday, July 18, 2011
One of the most famous knockouts in MMA history was perpetrated by former Gladiator Challenge Light Heavyweight Champion Scott "Hands of Steel" Smith. Enjoy!
Interview with Strikeforce star and GC vet Scott "Hands of Steel" Smith
Monday, July 18, 2011
Scott Smith interview
Fight Video: Robbie Peralta vs. Chris Kirtley at "Legends Collide 2"
Friday, July 08, 2011
Check out the video of this scrap between Robbie Peralta and Chris Kirtley, who will both compete at the "Pro-Am Series" on August 21st at Soboba Casino in San Jacinto, CA.
Fight Video: Deutsch Pu'u puts his talents on display
Tuesday, July 05, 2011
Samoan destroyer Deutsch Pu''u has quickly garnered a reputation as a dominant force in the Gladiator Challenge cage. Check him out at April''s GC event at Soboba Casino, and look out for him at "Unleashed" at Thunder Valley Casino in August.
James Fanshier plans to "Educate" his opponent at "Unleashed"
Tuesday, June 28, 2011
James Fanshier article
Fight Video: Rick Vardell vs. Dan Quinn
Friday, June 24, 2011
GC Superheavyweight Champion Rick Vardell battles Dan Quinn.
GC to be "Unleashed" at 1st-ever MMA event at Thunder Valley Casino
Monday, June 20, 2011
"Unleashed" press release
Gladiator Challenge adds to busy August fight event schedule
Wednesday, June 15, 2011
Pro-Am Series announcement
Fight Video: UFC fighter Travis Browne knocks out Aaron Brink
Wednesday, June 15, 2011
Check out this flashback video from "Vision Quest" in February, 2010.
GC announces "Young Guns 6," set to take place on August 13th
Thursday, June 09, 2011
"Young Guns 6" article
Fight Video:
Monday, June 06, 2011
This was a fast beatdown, delivered by Carlos Canez over a game Adam Powell.
Fight Video: "Bad" Brad McDonald vs. Tom Bishop
Tuesday, May 31, 2011
Check out this video as "Bad" Brad McDonald, who will be competing August 5th at Tachi Palace Fights 10, takes out Tom Bishop at "Legends Collide 2."
Fight Video: Alex Sandoval vs. Jordan Felix at "Warpath"
Monday, May 23, 2011
Check out this footage of Alex Sandoval and Jordan Felix locking horns at "Warpath" at the Shingle Springs Rancheria in Placerville, California on Saturday May 21st!
James Fanshier is looking to educate Rich Blake at "Warpath" this Saturday
Thursday, May 19, 2011
James Fanshier article
Strikeforce vet Eric Lawson returns to Gladiator Challenge at "Warpath"
Tuesday, May 17, 2011
Eric Lawson story
Fight Video: James Moontasri vs. Tim Lindsay at "Hostile"
Tuesday, May 10, 2011
James Moontasri takes on Tim Lindsay at "Hostile!"
Tachi Palace Fights: Ruiz ready for takedown, hopes Harris has a gas tank
Monday, May 02, 2011
Harris-Ruiz
Fight Video: Deutsch Pu'u vs. Matt Anderson
Monday, May 02, 2011
Check out this video of American Samoa''s Deutsch Pu''u vs. Matt Anderson at "Hostile!"
Fight Video: Greg Guzman vs. Ramonni Koeut at "Hostile"
Tuesday, April 26, 2011
Check out this GC bantamweight title tilt from "Hostile!"
GC announces National Ring Girl Centerfold Competition for this Thursday
Tuesday, April 19, 2011
Ring girl competition
Tony "Kryptonite" Lopez wants the GC belt, and wants it badly
Monday, April 18, 2011
Tony Lopez story
Jorge Lopez-Waachiim Spiritwolf clash at TPF could be a classic
Thursday, April 14, 2011
Lopez-Spiritwolf story
Music Video: "Long Beach Rehab"
Tuesday, April 12, 2011
Check out this video of the band "Long Beach Rehab," who will be featured at "Warpath" on May 21st!
Reminder: GC vets featured at Strikeforce event tonight in San Diego
Saturday, April 09, 2011
Strikeforce reminder
GC Featherweight Champ Robbie Peralta pulls off biggest win of his career
Saturday, April 09, 2011
Peralta win
Fight Video: Cody Bollinger vs. George Sanchez at "Royal Flush"
Tuesday, April 05, 2011
Check out this fight video of Cody Bollinger taking on George Sanchez at "Royal Flush" last year!
GC announces "Warpath" for May 21st at Shingle Springs Rancheria
Saturday, April 02, 2011
"Warpath" announcement
Tachi Palace's "Contenders" card to stream on Sherdog
Thursday, March 31, 2011
Tachi Palace "Contenders"
Fight Video: Robbie Peralta vs. Thomas Noel at "Royal Flush"
Monday, March 28, 2011
Robbie Peralta, who will face DREAM champ Hiroyuki Takaya on the April 9th Strikeforce event, shows off a well-rounded game, getting a stoppage win for the Gladiator Challenge Featherweight Championship against Thomas Noel at the "Royal Flush" event at Soboba Casino on 10/24/2010.
GC announces super fight title fight for "Hostile"
Thursday, March 24, 2011
"Hostile" event announcement
Fight Video: Jaime Jara vs. Larry Mays at "High Octane"
Tuesday, March 22, 2011
Check out this fight video of the battle between Jaime Jara and Larry Mays at "High Octane!"
*Special thanks to 5150 for the use of their video
Gladiator Challenge statement on James "The Sandman" Irvin
Wednesday, March 16, 2011
Irvin statement
Fight Video: Victor "Joe Boxer" Valenzuela vs. David Salas at "Legends Collide 2"
Wednesday, March 16, 2011
Check out this fight video from "Legends Collide 2" as Victor "Joe Boxer" Valenzuela takes on David Salas!
GC releases full fight card for this weekend's "High Octane" event
Monday, March 14, 2011
High Octane fight card
Former GC champ Josh Thornburg competes for Strikeforce
Monday, March 07, 2011
Thornburg-Strikeforce article
Irvin-Crisman rematch will take place at "Young Guns 5"
Tuesday, March 01, 2011
Irvin-Crisman rematch
Severn and Worsham tangle at "Legends Collide 2"
Tuesday, March 01, 2011
Check out this fight video from the battle between Dan "The Beast" Severn and Cal Worsham at "Legends Collide 2!"
Fight Video: Robbie Peralta vs. Chris Kurtly at "Legends Collide 2"
Wednesday, February 23, 2011
Robbie Peralta defends his featherweight belt at "Legends Collide 2!"
Exclusive interview with Dan Severn: Part II
Friday, February 18, 2011
Dan Severn interview - Part II
Exclusive interview with Dan Severn: Part I
Wednesday, February 16, 2011
Dan Severn interview - Part I
GC announces light heavyweight title bout between Rick Randolph and James "The Sandman" Irvin
Sunday, February 13, 2011
High Octane press release
Tachi Palace Fights' Gomez and Montague ready to prove they’re top-10
Wednesday, February 02, 2011
Gomez-Montague story
Classic fight: James "The Sandman" Irvin vs. Scott "Hands of Steel" Smith
Sunday, January 30, 2011
Check out this classic footage of James "The Sandman" Irvin battling fellow UFC/Strikeforce veteran Scott "Hands of Steel" Smith at Gladiator Challenge 22 back in 2004!
Exclusive interview with legend Cal Worsham: part II
Thursday, January 27, 2011
Cal Worsham Interview - Part II
Exclusive interview with legend Cal Worsham: part I
Monday, January 24, 2011
Cal Worsham interview part I
True legends will collide as Severn and Worsham face off once again
Friday, January 21, 2011
Severn-Worsham matchup
Dan "The Beast" Severn Highlights
Friday, January 21, 2011
Check out this video salute to Dan "The Beast" Severn that showcases some of his pro wrestling, shoot-wrestling, and MMA highlights.
GC legend Dan "The Beast" Severn shows his softer side
Monday, January 17, 2011
Dan Severn-Find A Dream article
Adam Colebrook vs. Jamie Wagner
Friday, January 14, 2011
Check out this video as Adam Colebrook and Jamie Wagner battle at "Season''s Beatings 2" this past December.
Jake Maples locks horns with Ruben Textle at "Season's Beatings 2"
Tuesday, January 11, 2011
Check out this battle between Jake Maples and Ruben Textle, which took place at "Season''s Beatings 2" in December of last year.
Luis Lopez and John Perez lock horns at "Season's Beatings 2"
Wednesday, January 05, 2011
Check out this video of the 3rd round of a battle between Luis Lopez and John Perez, which took place at December''''s "Season''''s Beatings 2" event!
Matt Hagge vs. Edwin Hoffman at "Season's Beatings 2"
Monday, January 03, 2011
Check out this video of the battle between Matt Hagge and Edwin Hoffman, which took place at December''s "Season''s Beatings 2" event!
Tachi Palace announces "All or Nothing"
Monday, January 03, 2011
Tachi Palace "All or Nothing" fight card
Nick Gonzales vs. Kenny Tenorio at "Season's Beatings 2"
Friday, December 31, 2010
Check out this TKO finish from December''s "Season''s Beatings 2" event!
Rafael Ledezma vs. Jayson Durant at "Season's Beatings 2"
Monday, December 27, 2010
Check out this fight video featuring Rafael Ledezma scrapping with Jayson Durant at "Season''s Beatings 2" at Soboba Casino on December 12th!
Exclusive interview with former GC champ James "The Sandman" Irvin - Part II
Monday, December 27, 2010
James Irvin Interview - Part II
Exclusive interview with former GC champ James "The Sandman" Irvin - Part I
Wednesday, December 22, 2010
James Irvin interview - part I
"The Sandman" will put you to sleep!
Wednesday, December 22, 2010
James "The Sandman" Irvin is back, and is ready to show the GC fans what excitement is all about! Check out this highlight video package of some of Irvin''s exploits!
Wes Combs vs. Matt Anderson at "Royal Flush"
Friday, December 17, 2010
Check out this video of Wes "Soldier" Combs as he dominates in a first round TKO win over Matt Anderson at Gladiator Challenge''s "Royal Flush" at Soboba Casino on 10/24/2010.
GC wraps up 2010 with "Season's Beatings 2"
Wednesday, December 15, 2010
"Season''s Beatings 2" results
Loeffler destroys another victim
Wednesday, December 15, 2010
Check out Sean "The Destroyer" Loeffler as he knocks out an overmatched opponent at GC''s "Season''s Beatings 2" on December 12th. Merry Christmas!
Former GC champions Stevenson and Danzig compete at UFC 124
Friday, December 10, 2010
Stevenson/Danzig article
"Season's Beatings 2" fighter Jack Montgomery displays his skills
Thursday, December 09, 2010
GC fighter Jack Montgomery will be competing at this weekend''s "Season''s Beatings 2" event. Check out this video of him putting his fight skills on display.
Oliveira Upsets Irvin; Miller Submits DeJesus at Tachi Palace Fights 7
Monday, December 06, 2010
Tachi Palace 7 results
Oliveira stuns Irvin
Monday, December 06, 2010
Check out this video of the main event of Tachi Palace Fights 7 between Jorge Oliveira and James "The Sandman" Irvin.
Mike Gonzalez vs. William "Lil Bear" Johnson at Gladiator Challenge's "Impulse"
Thursday, December 02, 2010
Mike Gonzalez successfully defends his GC Light Heavyweight Native American title against William "Lil Bear" Johnson, picking up the TKO win in the first round at "Impulse" at Red Hawk Casino on November 13th, 2010.
Tachi Palace Fights' Phil Collins: “This is playing out just like Rocky III”
Sunday, November 28, 2010
Collins-Alessio story
Rick Vardell gets his revenge
Wednesday, November 24, 2010
Gladiator Challenge Superheavyweight Champion Rick Vardell faces the man who defeated him in his first pro fight, Dan Quinn. But this time, it''s Vardell who comes out on top.
"Big" John McCarthy to referee at GC's "Young Guns 3" event
Thursday, November 18, 2010
John McCarthy article
Fight Video: Rick Randolph vs. Jeff Morris
Thursday, November 18, 2010
Check out the footage of GC Light Heavyweight Champion Rick Randolph and GC Middleweight Champion Jeff Morris fighting for both belts!
Randolph shocks Morris, Vardell gains revenge at "Impulse"
Monday, November 15, 2010
"Impulse" results
Highlights of GC's "Impulse"
Monday, November 15, 2010
Check out the highlights from this past weekend''s "Impulse" card at Shingle Springs Rancheria at Red Hawk Casino!
GC Superheavyweight Champ Rick Vardell is out for revenge
Thursday, November 11, 2010
Rick Vardell interview
"Impulse" Preview Video
Thursday, November 11, 2010
Check out this special "Impulse" preview video, put together by videographer Dan Munk!
Robbie Peralta and Thomas Noel go at it at "Royal Flush"
Monday, November 08, 2010
Gladiator Challenge star Robbie Peralta puts his skill set on display against Thomas Noel at "Royal Flush" on October 24th at Soboba Casino.
Veterans look to re-establish careers at TPF in December
Wednesday, November 03, 2010
Deck the Halls II
Highlights of Extreme Sports Festival and "Royal Flush"
Wednesday, November 03, 2010
Check out this video package highlighting the Extreme Sports Festival and "Royal Flush" card at Soboba Casino, which took place the weekend of October 23rd.
GC Heavyweight Champ Warpath on his most recent fight
Monday, November 01, 2010
Gladiator Challenge Heavyweight Champion Ruben "Warpath" Villareal talks about his recent bout with Strikeforce heavyweight Brett Rogers up in Canada.
GC and Shingle Springs team up to bring "Impulse" to the fans
Wednesday, October 27, 2010
Impulse article
"Royal Flush" fight
Wednesday, October 27, 2010
Check out this bout from "Royal Flush," which took place this past weekend. Brodie Farber and Melvin Costa go to war. Costa, who''s skull tattoo must have hurt as bad as any punch he''s taken, is controlled by his foe, but comes back strong in the second round and ends things quickly.
*Special t
Eric Prindle in MMA exhibition
Wednesday, October 20, 2010
GC superheavyweight competitor Eric Prindle will compete this Sunday at "Royal Flush." Check out this exhibition video of the "American Soldier" in action. Check out how quickly he moves for such a big man. No wonder UFC Heavyweight Champion Brock Lesnar brought Prindle in to train with him for his UFC 116 bout with the massive Shane Carwin.
“The more I sweat in training, the less I bleed in battle.”
Wednesday, October 20, 2010
Eric Prindle Article
GC Heavyweight Virgil Zwicker gets a shot in Strikeforce
Sunday, October 10, 2010
Virgil Zwicker article
Highlights of GC's "Undisputed"
Tuesday, October 05, 2010
Check out these highlights of GC''s recent event, "Undisputed," as collected by Dan Munk.
Jaime Jara is inducted into the GC Hall of Fame
Friday, October 01, 2010
Longtime Gladiator Challenge competitor Jaime Jara, one of the most popular fighters in the promotion''s long history, was inducted into the GC Hall of Fame at "Undisputed" last month. Check out the footage of this historic event!
Special thanks to Dan Munk for the video, and Knockout TV for phot
GC and Red Hawk Casino team up once again to bring fight fans "Impulse"
Sunday, September 26, 2010
Impulse Press Release
Mike Gonzalez plans to be champ for a long time
Sunday, September 26, 2010
GC Native American Light Heavyweight Champion Mike Gonzalez is a proud title-holder, and showed it with his performance against Richard Blake at "Undisputed."
Ruben "Warpath" Villareal new Heavyweight Champion
Monday, September 20, 2010
NEW Gladiator Challenge Heavyweight Champion
Jaime Jara is on fire!
Monday, September 20, 2010
Enshrined into the Gladiator Challenge Hall of Fame on this night, Jaime "El Cucui" Jara showed he was worthy of the honor by garnering his eighth straight victory at "Undisputed." Check out this video of Jara as he gains the victory!
The fans will win on Saturday, and that is "Undisputed"
Friday, September 17, 2010
Last "Undisputed" story
Jaime Jara returns to Gladiator Challenge
Wednesday, September 15, 2010
One of the all-time greats, Jaime Jara, will be competing on this Saturday''s "Undisputed" event. Riding a seven-fight win streak, "El Cucui" is on a rampage.
Uscola KO's "The Rhino," McCullough beats Hill at Tachi Palace Fights
Friday, September 10, 2010
Tachi Palace results
UFC vet Corey Hill to battle former WEC champ "Razor" Rob
Monday, September 06, 2010
Hill-Razor article
GC Heavyweight belt vacated; new main event for "Undisputed"
Thursday, September 02, 2010
Combs/Percy fight
"The Soldier" to step in and battle Angel "of Death" at "Undisputed"
Thursday, August 26, 2010
Combs replacement article
September 9th will be "High Stakes"
Tuesday, August 24, 2010
Tachi Palace Fights returns to actions on Thursday, September 9 with a night full of “High Stakes” action, as local legend Doug Marshall of Visalia, Calif. fights in the main event against Sacramento, Calif.’s Kyacey Uscola.
Marshall (12-3) puts a 5-fight win streak on the line against Uscola (18-15).
Jake "The Snake" Paul is pure entertainment
Tuesday, August 17, 2010
This Friday, Jake "The Snake'' Paul will once again light up the Gladiator Challenge cage as he defends his GC Welterweight belt. Check out this awesome video collage of "The Snake" in action!
The temperature will be white-hot at "Fahrenheit" on Friday
Tuesday, August 17, 2010
Fahrenheit article
GC title-holder Jimmy Centers looks to electrify at "Young Guns 2"
Monday, August 02, 2010
Jimmy Centers feature
GC champ De Anda to defend against former title-holder Huckaba
Friday, July 23, 2010
De Anda-Huckaba story
Dave "Bad Man" Huckaba gets the win at "Patriots"
Monday, July 19, 2010
Dave Huckaba set himself up for a crack at Angel De Anda''s GC Heavyweight Championship with a vicious KO victory at "Patriots" this past Saturday. Check out the action...
McCullough Stops de Jesus, Alessio Chokes out War Machine at TPF
Saturday, July 10, 2010
TPF results
James "The Educator" Fanshier fights this weekend
Saturday, July 10, 2010
Check out this profile piece on James "The Educator" Fanshier, which features some of his early fight highlights.
UFC/GC vet Gabe Ruediger will battle for the belt at "Stars & Strikes"
Wednesday, July 07, 2010
Ruediger-Lovato article
Tachi Palace presents "Stars & Strikes"
Wednesday, July 07, 2010
Tachi Palace''s "Stars & Strikes" event takes place this weekend...
Fighters put on great performances at "Bad Behavior"
Wednesday, June 30, 2010
"Bad Behavior" results
Sean Loeffler is on his best "Bad Behavior"
Wednesday, June 30, 2010
Sean "The Destroyer" Loeffler did what he does best at "Bad Behavior," as he knocked down and quickly finished Brendan Ellison with an armbar in under twenty seconds. Check out the footage.
Sean Loeffler is looking to destroy his opponent at "Bad Behavior"
Friday, June 25, 2010
Sean Loeffler interview
George Sanchez plans to take advantage at "Bad Behavior"
Wednesday, June 23, 2010
George Sanchez interview
Bill Goldberg on the Cover of Gladiator!
Sunday, June 20, 2010
Bill Goldberg on the Cover of Gladiator!
Gladiator Challenge invades Soboba
Monday, June 14, 2010
Check out this fight from the a recent GC event at Soboba Casino. It features Travis Browne, who was recently signed by the UFC.
Remember, GC brings "Bad Behavior" to Soboba on June 27th!
Newcomer battles for the 1st time in GC
Sunday, June 06, 2010
Check out this episode of "MMA Heat," hosted by Karyn Bryant. UFC Hall Of Fame Fighter Randy Couture talks about working with Sly Stallone on "The Expendables," his ambitions in Hollywood and what''s on his DVR; Follow newcomer Koji Iijima as he enters the cage for his first MMA fight at Gladiator C
Hit Boy sits down with GC match maker Cal Worsham
Tuesday, June 01, 2010
Hit Boy sits down with GC match maker Cal Worsham
Gladiator Challenge vet Rashad Evans gets the last word
Saturday, May 29, 2010
Rashad Evans victory article
Former UFC champ Josh Barnett to enter Tachi Palace grappling tourney
Tuesday, May 25, 2010
Josh Barnett to enter grappling tourney
Dave Huckaba's fight debut
Saturday, May 22, 2010
Dave "Bad Man" Huckaba made his debut with only three weeks of training. Check out what he does to Don Easterling.
Interview with GC Heavyweight Champion Angel De Anda
Tuesday, May 18, 2010
MMA-KO interviews GC Heavyweight Champion Angel De Anda.
"Red Alert" headliner Sam Salas battles Bellator veteran Sean Loeffler
Tuesday, May 11, 2010
Sam Salas headlines "Red Alert" on May 29th...check him out as he battles former GC champion Sean Loeffler.
Tachi Palace Fights: Cinco De Mayhem Results
Saturday, May 08, 2010
Tachi Palace Fights: Cinco De Mayhem Results
Gomez and Gonzales finally square off at Tachi
Tuesday, May 04, 2010
Gomez and Gonzales finally square off at Tachi
Smitley and McDonald look to provide brotherly fireworks at "Champions"
Saturday, May 01, 2010
Smitley/McDonald story
Rick Vardell wins the GC Super-Heavyweight Belt
Wednesday, April 28, 2010
Arm-wrestling champion Rick Vardell is also the GC Super-Heavyweight Champion, and will defend that belt against Gary LaFrankie this weekend at "Champions."
"Ironman," Peralta, Combs win big at "Maximum Force"
Tuesday, April 27, 2010
"Maximum Force" results
"Gladiator Girl" competition takes place this Saturday!
Friday, April 23, 2010
Gladiator girl competition
Alan Roach vs. Danny Webb
Monday, April 19, 2010
Alan Roach and Danny Webb battle at Soboba Casino in February of this year. Roach will be fighting at this weekend''s "Maximum Force" event.
Virgil Zwicker is a tough, tough man
Monday, April 12, 2010
Virgil Zwicker is scheduled to fight on April 25th "Maximum Force" event. Check out this fight video of him in 2008 - it showcases the skills that make him such an exciting young fighter!
Gladiator Challenge National Anthem Singer Shauna Lea
Monday, April 05, 2010
The singing voice of Gladiator Challenge and our country''s national anthem, Shauna Lea has a great and unique story. When I first met her, she was in Cal Worsham''s Team X gym wearing sweaty old gym clothes with boxing gloves on both hands as she pounded the heay-bag. That was 3 years ago. Now, I hardly recognize her.
Tachi Palace Fights to hold press conference today
Thursday, April 01, 2010
"Cinco De Mayhem" press conference
Hunter Worsham to represent the family name in StrikeForce
Monday, March 29, 2010
Hunter Worsham article
Hunter Worsham gets interviewed
Monday, March 29, 2010
Around the Octagon interviews GC Champion Hunter Worsham.
Jimmy Centers is All Business at "Direct Hit"
Monday, March 22, 2010
Amatuer fighters make a "Direct statement"
Jimmy Centers will put fighting before friends at "Direct Hit"
Wednesday, March 17, 2010
Jimmy Centers interview
Gonzalez vs. Hornyak for the belt at "Domination"
Monday, March 15, 2010
On March 6th, Mike Gonzalez and David Hornyak battled for the GC Native American Light Heavyweight title at "Domination" at Red Hawk Casino in Placerville, California. Check out all the action for this crazy bout!
Angel De Anda will defend his crown this Saturday at "Domination"
Wednesday, March 03, 2010
Angel De Anda interview
"Vision Quest" results: fans get their money's worth
Tuesday, February 23, 2010
"Vision Quest" results
GC Middleweight Champ Jeff Morris "Champions"
Tuesday, February 23, 2010
Gladiator Challenge Middleweight Champion Jeff Morris took out Steve Eldridge at "Total Recall" this past July. He will defend the belt against Rick Randolph at "Champions" on May 1st at Red Hawk Casino.
Saad Awad wins the belt at "Cross Fire"
Monday, February 15, 2010
Saad Awad takes home the GC belt at "Cross Fire" in October, 2008. Awad will fight this weekend at "Vision Quest" this weekend.
Sean Loeffler battles Ruben Tagle
Sunday, February 07, 2010
Loeffler and Tagle battle at GC "Revolution," which was held at the Los Angeles Fitness Expo at the Los Angeles Convention Center on January 25th, 2009.
McDonald says Tapia doesn’t want to strike with him
Tuesday, February 02, 2010
McDonald says Tapia doesn’t want to strike with him
"Hit Boy" Goes Toe-to-Toe with "Bad" Brad McDonald
Thursday, January 21, 2010
Hit Boy goes Toe to Toe head with "Bad" Brad McDonald
Rick Randolph vs. Steve Walston at "Point Blank"
Tuesday, January 19, 2010
Rick Randolph clashes with Steve Walston for the vacant Gladiator Challenge Heavyweight title!
At "Young Guns," It's Time for the Up-and-Comers to Shine
Tuesday, January 19, 2010
"Young Guns" story
Urijah Faber vs. Charles "Krazy Horse" Bennett
Wednesday, January 06, 2010
Former WEC Featherweight Champion Urijah Faber takes on the always colorful Charles "Krazy Horse" Bennett in a barnburner.
Tachi Palace Fights Strap Up For Grabs!
Wednesday, December 30, 2009
Escovedo and Bedard battle for Tachi Palace Fights strap
Lemoore, Calif. – Cole Escovedo gave a little chuckle and a cringe when asked about his bout with Jeff Bedard being a showdown of two long-time veterans.
“I don’t know man; I just don’t like to be called old. I mean, Jeff’s 40 I think and I’m still a young guy at 28,” said the Fresno, Calif.
Urijah Faber's first pro MMA fight
Monday, December 21, 2009
Former WEC Featherweight Champion Urijah Faber started out in Gladiator Challenge. Here''s the footage of his first fight.
Chain Reaction Article in Gladiator Magazine!!!
Thursday, December 17, 2009
Gladiator Challenge “Chain Reaction”
story & photos by Todd Hester
One knockout led to another and started a chain reaction of excitement as the Tedd Williams battlecade heated up a cold Sacramento night with an explosion of mixed martial arts fury!
Thank you Shingle Springs Rancheria Band of Miwok Indians & John Tayaba for a great show!
Red Hawk Casino, Sacramento, CA – A cold and rainy December night in northern California might encourage some faint-of-heart fans of basketball, football or boxing to stay at home.
Tuesday, December 15, 2009
San Nicholas takes on Brown at this past Saturday''s "Chain Reaction," live at the Red Hawk Casino.
There's Going to be a "Chain Reaction" This Saturday
Monday, December 07, 2009
"Chain Reaction" press release
Ruiz defeats Professor X at "The Brawl in the Hall"
Friday, December 04, 2009
Brawl in the Hall results
"The Brawl in the Hall" Will Hit Tachi Palace Tomorrow
Wednesday, December 02, 2009
Brawl in the Hall
"The Brawl in the Hall" Will Hit Tachi Palace Tomorrow
Wednesday, December 02, 2009
Brawl in the Hall
"Useless" Ulysses Gomez Will Show His Skills December 3rd
Wednesday, November 25, 2009
Ulysses Gomez Interview
Tachi Palace Fights adds Nam Phan and Manny Tapia to growing roster
Thursday, November 19, 2009
Tachi Palace Release
Tachi Palace Fights Presents "The Brawl in the Hall"
Wednesday, November 11, 2009
On December 5th, Tachi Palace Fights will present "The Brawl in the Hall," featuring some of the top MMA fighters out there: Professor X, Mike Moreno, Eddie Yagin, Diego Saraiva, Cyrille Diabate, and Ulysses Gomez.
Point Blank: Joe Baros vs. Nick Sperling
Monday, November 09, 2009
In this bantamweight scrap at "Point Blank" on March 7th, 2009 in Rosevilla, CA, Joe Baros and Nick Sperling go at it tooth and nail...
"Never Quit" - Jacob Corbi vs. Jewon Peoples
Sunday, November 08, 2009
The second bout at "Never Quit" featured Jacob Corbi vs. Jewon Peoples. Check out the finish to this awesome bout!
Tachi Palace Fights Veteran Chad Mendes Signs Multi-Fight Deal with the WEC
Tuesday, November 03, 2009
Chad Mendes Signing
UFC/Pride Vet James Lee Competes in Gladiator Challenge
Tuesday, November 03, 2009
James Lee, who has fought in both Pride and the UFC, took on current GC fighter James Fanshier in a great fight at a GC event in June, 2003.
Jeremy "The Project" Luchau vs. Carlos DeSoto
Sunday, October 25, 2009
Check out round 3 of a hotly-contested battle between Jeremy Luchau and Carlos DeSoto from Gladiator Challenge''s "Gods & Gladiators," Sept. 19th in Tulare, CA.
Gladiator Challenge is About to Give Fans a "Reality Check"
Wednesday, October 21, 2009
"Reality Check" press release
Nam Phan vs. Saad Awad at GC's Evolution in 2008
Wednesday, October 21, 2009
Nam Phan vs Saad Awad at Gladiator Challenge 74 "Evolution" - Check out the ending of this great scrap!
Tedd Williams' Involvement in "Most Wanted" Successful
Monday, October 12, 2009
"Most Wanted" Results
GLADIATOR CHALLENGE WELTERWEIGHT WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP BELT ON THE LINE AS GLADIATOR CHALLENGE PRESENTS
Wednesday, August 26, 2009
RETALIATE Press Release
"High Impact" Action Comes to Gladiator Challenge
Saturday, July 18, 2009
"High Impact" Press Release
GC Heavyweight Champ Dave Huckaba: "I Would Not Be Where I Am Without Them"
Tuesday, July 14, 2009
Interview with Dave Huckaba
Duane Ludwig VS. Cesar Moreno
Thursday, July 09, 2009
An exciting MMA fight between two stand up warriors. Watch an orthodox style from Caesar Moreno, who isn''t afraid to come forward! Admire Duane Ludwig''s beautiful muay thai combinations in response. Ludwig is coached by former UFC Heavyweight Champion Bas Rutten.
Quinton Jackson VS. Kenneth Williams
Thursday, July 09, 2009
Watch one of Quinton Jackson''s first fights with GC! This light-heavyweight championship bought features boxer Kenneth Williams matches up against the tough wrestling styled Quinton ''Rampage'' Jackson who has also beat former UFC champion Chuck Liddell.
Jason Lambert VS. Adrian Perez
Thursday, July 09, 2009
UFC Fighter Jason Lambert''s second MMA fight in Gladiator Challenge against a debuting Adrian Perez.
Gladiator Challenge''s Jason Lambert has since fought many times in the Ultimate Fighting Championship, just recently knocking out Renato ''Babalu'' Sobral at UFC 68, with a loss to TUF winner Rashad Evans as well.
Rashad Evans VS. Brian Pardoe
Thursday, July 09, 2009
The young Rashad Evans fights in one of his firsts fights with Gladiator Challenge in the Heavyweight division, watch as he takes on the bigger Brian Pardoe in the 8 man Heavyweight tournament which he later went on to win. Rashad Evans since fighting for Gladiator Challenge has went on to win the TUF show on spike tv, and claim the UFC Light Heavyweight Belt.
Tedd Williams Fights In UFC
Wednesday, July 08, 2009
The Owner of Gladiator Challenge, Tedd Williams
Fights in the UFC!!!
This Fight was against BJJ Champion Steve Judson.
Tedd Wins by K.O!!!!!!!!
Great Fight
Wednesday, July 08, 2009
Gladiator Challenge Cage Match in Farmington NM on June 9, 2007. Levi Stout vs. Freddie Sandoval.
Great Fight
Wednesday, July 08, 2009
Gladiator Challenge Cage Match in Farmington NM on June 9, 2007.
Levi Stout vs. Freddie Sandoval.
James Fanisher VS James Lee
Wednesday, July 08, 2009
James Fanisher VS James Lee Gladiator Challenge
Jake Paul VS. Jamie Jara
Wednesday, July 08, 2009
jaime jara vs jake paul title fight new mexico an all out brawl!
Raul Castillo VS Eric Lawson
Wednesday, July 08, 2009
Watch Gladiator Challenge & Strick Force Champion Fighter
Eric Lawson... take on a very tough Raul Castillo.
Eric Lawson
Wednesday, July 08, 2009
This clip of Lawson''s 45 sec knock out is closer up and clearer video. Check it out
Ross Cliftons First Fight
Wednesday, July 08, 2009
Ross Clifton fights his first fight ever
agaist PRIDE FIGHTER Admir Randavadie
Gladiator Challenge 6, 9/9/2001
Keith Jardins First MMA Fight
Wednesday, July 08, 2009
Keith Jardine vs. Amir Rahnavardi at "Gladiator Challenge".
ALPHADOG @ The Gladiator Challenge
Friday, July 03, 2009
Alphadog TV takes you to Sacramento California to show you the Cage Fighting of The Gladiator Challenge "Holiday Beatings."
"Kid Dynamite" Ready to Explode
Friday, June 19, 2009
Interview with Gladiator Challenge Bantamweight Champion David "Kid Dynamite" Espinosa
Gladiator Challenge Brings the "Gold Rush" to the Wendover Nugget
Wednesday, June 10, 2009
GC brings "Gold Rush" to the Wendover Nugget Hotel & Casino
Gladiator Challenge Announces Exclusive Agreement with Wendover Nugget Hotel & Casino
Thursday, May 07, 2009
MMA PIONEER PROMOTION
GLADIATOR CHALLENGE
ANNOUNCES EXCLUSIVE AGREEMENT
WITH WENDOVER NUGGET HOTEL & CASINO
FIRST EVENT WILL BE
“GOLD RUSH,” SATURDAY, JUNE 13TH
Interview with "NEVER SURRENDER" Executive Producer Stan Wertlieb
Tuesday, April 28, 2009
Interview with "Never Surrender" Executive Producer Stan Wertlieb
Gladiator Challenge Featured in "Never Surrender"
Tuesday, April 21, 2009
Gladiator Challenge champions featured in new MMA movie
Andy Wang Returns at "Venom"
Saturday, April 11, 2009
UFC and TUF veteran Andy Wang returns to action at Gladiator Challenge''s "Venom"
MMA World Mourns Passing
Wednesday, April 08, 2009
Former MMA Fighter and "Submit" Founder Lou Russell Passes Away
Gladiator Challenge on Pay-Per-View!!!
Thursday, March 26, 2009
Gladiator Challenge''s "Point Blank" on http://www.sportslifehdtv.com/
Gladiators collide — Elko MMA reaches new heights with Saturday’s fights
Friday, March 20, 2009
Gladiator Challenge''s "The Real Deal" is a big success in Elko, NV
"The Real Deal" Results
Wednesday, March 18, 2009
Gladiator Challenge presents "The Real Deal" - Results
Introducing...Brad "The Dirty Pop" Johnson
Saturday, March 14, 2009
Brad "The Dirty Pop" Johnson is co-main eventing "The Real Deal," tonight in Elko, Nevada.
"Point Blank" Results
Tuesday, March 10, 2009
A packed, hot house enjoyed this great night of action, which ended with a decisive finish in the main event.
Casino Pauma "VENOM"
Saturday, February 28, 2009
Casino Pauma Presents... Gladiator Challenge "VENOM"
Thursday Night April 23, 2009
Pauma Casino, which is located in Puama Valley Califonia, will play host to another Tedd Williams’ traveling slugfest event, the Gladiator Challenge "Venom". This event will feature some of MMA’s toughest competitors.
Custom Event T-Shirts
Wednesday, February 18, 2009
Gladiator Challenge and CustomEventShirts.com sign an exclusive long-term contract; together these Corporations will be a force to be reckoned with!!!
Sacramento, Ca, January 30, 2009:
Tedd Williams owner of Gladiator Challenge (GC) and Raul Lopez owner of Custom Event Shirts (CES) have come to agreement after exhausting negotiations.
Casino Pauma Warriors
Tuesday, February 17, 2009
Gladiator Challenge
Force 10 From Pauma
story and photos by Todd Hester
A storm bearing down on Casino Pauma on a Wednesday night didn’t deter fighters or fans from filling the outdoor arena then partying late into the night at the modern Vegas-style casino as Gabe Ruediger, William Sriyapai, Robbie Peralta, and Paulo Gazze Jr.
MMA Role Call OF Honor
Monday, February 16, 2009
MIXED MARTIAL ARTS is exploding around the world. You see shows popping up anywhere you can set up a cage and put 10 folding chairs in a row; people just can’t get enough of the sport. Gladiator Magazine, in just its second issue, is already printing over 20,000 copies and can be found in Barnes and Nobles, Borders, Books a Million, Hastings and numerous other major bookstore chains in all 50 states, and also many countries including Australia, New Zealand, Germany, Mexico, Portugal, Austria, Guam, Taiwan, and Israel.
MMA ACTION RETURNS TO SAN DIEGO'S CASINO PAUMA AS GLADIATOR CHALLENGE PRESENTS “WARRIORS”
Monday, February 02, 2009
Apple Valley, CA (USA) – Gladiator Challenge today announced the complete card for this Wednesday’s exciting mixed martial arts (MMA) event, WARRIORS, including the “return” of former UFC bad boy Gabe “Godzilla” Ruediger, plus a flyweight title fight. fight fans will not want to miss this combination casino/cage fight experience! “WARRIORS” will go to battle at San Diego’s beautiful Casino Pauma, located at 777 Pauma Reservation Road in Pauma Valley, CA.
Gladiator Challenge Rocks The L.A. Fitness & MMA Expo
Thursday, January 29, 2009
Gladiator Challenge "Revolution" Results
Casino Pauma Event
Tuesday, January 13, 2009
Gladiator Challenge
Point Blank
story and photos by Todd Hester
Pauma Casino, outside of San Diego, played host to Tedd Williams’ traveling slugfest which featured some of MMA’s toughest fighters unloading on each other at point blank range!
Pauma Casino, Ca − Located in the picturesque Pauma Valley, it would be hard to find a more spectacular setting for a mixed martial arts contest.
Gladiator Challenge Presents REVOLUTION
Tuesday, December 30, 2008
For Immediate Release: December 30, 2008
GLADIATOR CHALLENGE PRESENTS
“REVOLUTION”
SUNDAY, JANUARY 25, 2009 AT 7:00PM
LIVE FROM THE LOS ANGELES CONVENTION CENTER
GLADIATOR CHALLENGE PRESENTS “COLLISION COURSE”
Monday, December 01, 2008
Gladiator Challenge Collision Course was held on Saturday November 22, 2008 at Placer County Fair grounds and as always a great show was delivered. 10 fights that had more than enough action for our fans and a battle for the heavy weight belt that would have any fan on their feet!
GLADIATOR CHALLENGE presents "DAY of the DEAD"
Sunday, November 09, 2008
On November 02, 2008 Gladiator Challenge presented “Day of the Dead” at Eagle Mountain Casino that was action packed with nineteen fights. This had it all from KO’s to Tap Outs. It was a perfect day to get the fans hot and thirsty for more.
Great Fights At Casino Pauma!
Thursday, October 30, 2008
Gladiator Challenge’s “Cross Fire” show proven to make Casino Pauma the new hot spot for live MMA fights. It was a thrilling show at the beautiful Casino Pauma that presented 14 amazing fights.
In the first battle of the evening Mike Arrellano won over Robert Spangler. Mike was proven to be quick and strong by pulling off a quick verbal tap by Robert Spangler at :54 in the 1st round.
Casino Pauma the place to watch live MMA fights!
Thursday, October 23, 2008
GLADIATOR CHALLEGNE Signs long term fight deal with CASINO PAUMA!
Gladiator Challenge Executive Producer, Tedd Williams says “We are excited to be back in southern California, and we look forward to branding CASINO PAUMA as the MMA hot spot for live events”. CASINO PAUMA is located just 30 minuets east of Temecula California in the beautiful Pauma Valley! The first of our 4 scheduled fights has been scheduled for October 25, 2008.
Casino Pauma the place to watch live MMA fights!
Wednesday, October 01, 2008
GLADIATOR CHALLEGNE Signs long term fight deal with CASINO PAUMA!
Gladiator Challenge Executive Producer, Tedd Williams says “We are excited to be back in southern California, and we look forward to branding CASINO PAUMA as the MMA hot spot for live events”. CASINO PAUMA is located just 30 minuets east of Temecula California in the beautiful Pauma Valley! The first of our 4 scheduled fights has been scheduled for October 25, 2008.
GLADIATOR CHALLENGE "BAD BLOOD" RESULTS
Tuesday, September 16, 2008
Gladiator Challenge’s “Bad Blood” at Eagle Mountain Casino was just that a night full of bloody fights and quick knock outs. This show had fans jumping to their feet and of course wanting more. One thing the fans always agree on is that they will be at every show they can get to because Gladiator Ch
GLADIATOR CHALLENGE "SAVAGE" RESULTS
Wednesday, September 03, 2008
Gladiator Challenge delivered once again a show that had fans on their feet wanting more. This show headlined James Cordrey vs. Abner Aponte for the Light Heavy Weight Championship Belt. This explosive show covered it all: knees, punches, and plenty of choke outs.
YOLO COUNTY FAIR RESULTS
Sunday, August 24, 2008
Gladiator Challenge presented a knock out show at Yolo County Fairgrounds headlining the Welterweight fight between Hunter Worsham and Nikko Medina. This battle was most anticipated and definitely had the crowd on its feet, as the decision was announced for the Gladiator Challenge Welterweight Championship belt.
SUMMER SHOWDOWN RESULTS!
Tuesday, July 22, 2008
What a time to be an MMA fan. This past weekend had more exciting bouts and finishes than any other in recent memory. The Affliction and Ultimate Fight Night events both ended in short and spectacular fashion, with the favored fighter coming out on top. This was also true of the Gladiator Challenge this past Friday night, with one exception.
Gladiator Magazine
Tuesday, July 15, 2008
July Issue of Gladiator Magazine Available Now!
Featuring cagefighting star Josh “The Assassin” Barnett on the cover, the July issue of Gladiator Magazine is loaded with MMA, grappling, jiu-jitsu, and more! If you’re a jiu-jitsu and grappling fan you’ll love the huge four-page article on the NAGA World Championships from New Jersey, the four-page spread on the BJJ Mundials from California, the in-depth interview on BJJ and MMA star Egan Inoue, and the three-page coverage of the U.
American Sports University
Monday, June 23, 2008
The American Sports University is the nation''s only four-year college solely dedicated to preparing those students entering the sports industry! ASU is also the nation’s first university to create a mixed martial arts competition team training year around in their state of the art (50,000 square foot training center) while the students/athletes earn a BACHELOR OR MASTERS DEGREE.
No Limits & Gladiator Challenge Join Forces!
Monday, June 09, 2008
TWO FORMIDABLE MMA EXPERTS JOIN FORCES TO PRODUCE LIVE PROFESSIONAL FIGHTS IN THE MECCA OF MMA – ORANGE COUNTY, CALIFORNIA
Orange County, long considered the hub of mixed martial arts will soon feature live action packed MMA fights by two industry leaders. No Limits Mixed Martial Arts and long time MMA producer Gladiator Challenge will partner to create a series of live events amply named “Aggressive Behavior I ~VI”.
GLADIATOR CHALLENGE FLYING HIGH!
Monday, May 05, 2008
GLADIATOR CHALLENGE FLYING HIGH!
Look closely at this United States Air Force KC-135 aircraft re-fueling plan.
Right above the numbers 0319, you can see a Gladiator Challenge Sticker! We don’t
Know about you, but we think this is pretty darn cool. All of the way around the word,
Gladiator Challenge is watching over the sky’s….
Gladiator "Glamour Girl" Competition!
Tuesday, April 22, 2008
Gladiator Challenge “Glamour Girl” Competition!
Held at: Cahuilla Casino, in beautiful Anza, California.
Our first Gladiator Challenge “Glamour Girl” 2008 Competition was a blast!
10 of the hottest Southern California’s cuties showed up for the competition
& a chance to be featured in an up coming Gladiator Magazine spread.
Cahuilla Casino Results
Wednesday, April 16, 2008
Awesome Fights at Cahuilla Casino!
On Saturday afternoon, Gladiator Challenge put on its first
event at Cahuilla Casino, in sunny Anza, California!
With Fourteen (14) MMA bouts on the card, the hungry fans were more than fed.
Don Campbell started out the action packed day against Luis Iniguez.
GLADIATOR GIRL COMPETITION!
Wednesday, April 09, 2008
“GLADIATOR GIRL” competition!
Cahuilla Casino will host the 2008 Gladiator Challenge national ring girl search. One night only! Must be 21 & over! April 12, 2008 at 6 pm inside the casino! This show is for FREE. Plenty of FREE stuff given out to….. DVD’s, Ground & Pound Fight Gear, Stickers, casino comps and much more….
GLADIATOR CHALLENGE AT KEZAR PAVILION
Thursday, March 20, 2008
Gladiator Challenge
A Report From The Cage
Last night’s mixed martial arts show at Kezar Pavilion in San Francisco featured everything fight fans ask for....knockouts, competitive decisions, a popular fighter in the main event, stars at cageside, and lots of beautiful women. It was chilly outside the arena, but the fighters and fans quickly heated things up inside, as a very festive atmosphere lasted from the walkout bout all the way through the main event.
Gladiator Challenge "ROCKS" Los Angeles Fitexpo!
Wednesday, March 19, 2008
Gladiator Challenge
L.A. Street Brawl
story and photos by Todd Hester
Vietnamese star Nam Phan took on Palestinian idol Saad Awad in an old-fashioned street brawl, with neither man giving an inch and both men giving their all!
Los Angeles, CA − Over the years, downtown Los Angeles has seen its share of superstar performers giving their all in intense athletic battles from professional sports teams such as the Lakers, Rams, Raiders, and Clippers.
EAT TO WIN
Tuesday, February 26, 2008
Most people know me as the Gladiator Challenge cage announcer, but I’m also a cagefighter myself (or used to be) and also have a thriving gym. One of the most important aspects to success in the cage is how you eat. When it comes to eating for exercise, it is important to remember that fat, carbohydrates and protein fuel muscles in different ways.
GLADIATOR MAGAZINE COVERS SHAMROCK!
Wednesday, February 20, 2008
Frank Shamrock on the March 2008 Cover of Gladiator Magazine!
Mixed martial arts and UFC fighting legend Frank Shamrock, called “the greatest fighter in the history of the Octagon” by UFC creator Art Davie, will appear on the March 2008 cover of Gladiator Magazine, the number one periodical for mixed martial arts, Brazilian jiu-jitsu, submission grappling, and combat sports.
NAM PHAN WINS!
Monday, February 18, 2008
They screamed their lungs raw as the two raged from the bell. Phan’s poise and experience led him through Awad’s fearsome kickboxing attack, but his strategy of approaching low and punching up only served to cause him more damage on the way in.
Awad continued to score as they clinched, sweeping Phan to the mat.
RANDY COUTURE COMING TO THE FITEXPO!
Wednesday, February 13, 2008
International MMA Superstar Randy "The Natural" Couture Tops The Los Angeles FitExpo Mixed Martial Arts Track!
(Los Angeles, Calif…January 31, 2008) Mixed martial arts will be front and center when California’s largest and best-known fitness event, The Los Angeles FitExpo produced by National Fitness Productions, Inc.
Cahuilla Casino Signs With Gladiator Challenge!
Tuesday, February 05, 2008
GLADIATOR CHALLENGE Signs long term contract with CAHUILLA CASINO!
Gladiator Challenge Executive Producer, Tedd Williams says “We are excited to be back in Southern California, and we look forward to branding CAHUILLA CASINO as the MMA hot spot for live events”. CAHUILLA CASINO is located just 30 minutes east of Temecula California in the beautiful city of Anza! The first of 3 scheduled fights in 2008 has been scheduled for April 12.
NBC'S AMERICAN GLADIATORS TRY-OUTS Hosted by The Los Angels FitExpo show
Thursday, January 31, 2008
NBC''s American Gladiators Storm The 2008 Los Angeles FitExpo™ Looking for Worthy Opponents for Season Two
(Los Angeles, Calif…January 31, 2008) Tryouts for season two of NBC’s hit series, American Gladiators, will be held at California’s largest and best-known fitness event, The Los Angeles FitExpo, Saturday, February 16 and Sunday February 17 at the Los Angeles Convention Center, 1201 South Figueroa Street, West Hall A.
To Extreme For The Cage!
Wednesday, January 30, 2008
Too Extreme for the Cage
by Lester Griffin
As an MMA judge who has regularly worked many Tedd Williams-promoted events and such UFC pay-per-view shows as Anderson Silva vs. Rich Franklin and Chuck Liddell vs. Babalu, it’s a little strange today for me to hear people talk about how “extreme” and “over the top” the current incarnation of mixed martial arts is.
"THE WRITE" way to train.
Monday, January 28, 2008
The “Write” Way to Train
By Erik Paulson
As a martial art athlete I think it is very important for us to be able to write down and actually see what we are doing to and putting in our body. It is always a good idea to get a journal or book of some sort to record our daily thoughts and what we are doing on a daily basis, especially when we are preparing for a fight or trying to achieve any goal of making ourselves better.
Gladiator Challenge Going "Global & Mobile"
Wednesday, January 16, 2008
Since its beginning in Southern California’s Inland Empire over eight years ago, Tedd Williams’ Gladiator Challenge has grown to become one of the most-watched live events in the U.S. with over 30 shows per year with no signs of slowing down. Gladiator Challenge is now moving to bring even bigger stars to its cards, move into more venues, and expand its geographical reach.
Jaime Jara "Ancient Warrior in a Modern World"
Monday, January 14, 2008
The only man to hold four world title belts in four different weight categories for a major fighting organization, Gladiator Challenge champion Jamie Jara is an ancient warrior in a modern world. In the Battle of Thermopylae in Greece, a small force of 300 Spartans, led by King Leonidas, blocked the only road through the mountains that the Persian army could pass.
JAN 2008 GLADIATOR MAGAZINE AVAILABLE!
Saturday, January 12, 2008
JANUARY 2008 GLADIATOR MAGAZINE AVAILABLE NOW!
The January issue of Gladiator Magazine is now
available in bookstores nationwide. The issue features an in-depth interview with former Pride and UFC fighter Frank Trigg, talking about how he got started in MMA and why he signed to fight in Mark Cuban''s new HDNet Fight show.
HOW TO FIND A MMA MANAGER?
Friday, January 11, 2008
How to Find an MMA Manager
by Tom Supnet
I’ve been involved in mixed martial arts (MMA) and Brazilian jiu-jitsu (BJJ) for over 10 years and have known Tedd Williams for much of that time and had my fighters in many of his shows. I actually started out as a jiu-jitsu student in Boise, Idaho. Now you might not think of Boise as a hotbed of jiu-jitsu activity 10 years ago…and you’d be right.
RISING STAR!
Thursday, January 10, 2008
Rising Stars
Gladiator Challenge Heavyweight Champion Chase Gormley
story and photos by Todd Hester
New Gladiator Challenge champion Chase Gormley has parlayed a successful amateur wrestling career into a world title belt under the tutelage of coach Antonio McKee.
Lakewood, CA – At 265 pounds of hard muscle it’s hard to call new Gladiator Challenge champion Chase Gormley anything other than “sir.
MMA Striking From The Ground
Wednesday, January 09, 2008
MMA Striking from the Ground
by Erik Paulson
Gladiator Magazine Technical Advisor
Striking from the ground is an entirely different art from striking from the feet. Many times you see stand-up fighters who have explosive power when they''re standing, but yet when they get involved in no-holds-barred, and go to the ground, all their punching power seems to disappear.
Nam Phan Signs With Gladiator Challenge!
Wednesday, December 12, 2007
Fighting Senstion Nam Phan will be taking on undefeated 5-0 fighter Siaad Awad for the Gladiator Challenge 155lb number 1 contender spot. Nam Phan boast a 13-4 MMA record and until just recently,he held the KOTC world Title.
This Gladiator Challenge fight card also features HWT Power House Chase Gormley as he puts his undefeated recond on the line against Tim "BIG PERM'' persey.
NEW LOCATION FOR "HIGH NOON"
Sunday, December 02, 2007
The Sacramento Memorail Auditorium will be hosting the up coming "HIGH NOON" Gladiator Challegne event. First, Gladiator Challenge would like to thank you "The Fans" for helping make this move possible.
(All December 1 Thornton Sports Arena event tickets will be honored at this event.
This Weekends "HIGH NOON" Event Changed
Wednesday, November 28, 2007
Monday afternoon on November 26th, 2007 San Joaquin County employee John L. Funderburg informed Gladiator Challenge Executive Producer Tedd Williams that the representitives from the "Thornton Sports Arena" were not legally allowed to lease Gladiator Challenge their "Bloodlees Bull Fighting Arena" for an MMA live event.
2007 Ontario Canada MMA Trials
Thursday, November 22, 2007
"Toronto BJJ & Elite Training Center Present "
The 2007 edition of the Ontario MMA Trials will take place Saturday November 24th, 2007 (10am - 5om) at the Toronto BJJ Academy (The only CHUTE BOX school in Canada ). www.torontobjj.com
This event will be completely FREE & open to all athletes / Manager / Promoters in the Martial Arts Industry looking to further themselves in the mma industry by displaying their skills & Servies during this one day trial session.
Action Packed Night at Eagle Mountian Casino!
Wednesday, November 14, 2007
Super HWT Champion Chance Williams………Rocks Eagle Mountain Casino
In front of a packed house, Gladiator Challenge Super HWT Champion Chance Williams submits 400lb Ross “The Grizz” Cliffton !!
After taking the"GRIZZ” down in a ( Funny as it sounds ) bear hug, Super HWT Champion Chance Williams mounted & the submitted Ross in just 49 seconds of the first round.
Los Angeles Fit Expo Ticket Promotion!
Thursday, November 01, 2007
On Thursday Night, at Mid-Night ( Nov 1 ) Gladiator Challenge will offer for a limited time only, a Pre-sale Promotions. The Event Pre-Sale will last only 45 days! Get the best seats in the house first, and score a Gladiator Challenge T-Shirt too.
Secure your event tickets during this 45 day pre-sale & receive a FREE EVENT T-SHIRT.
Jaime Jara on the Cover!
Tuesday, October 16, 2007
Jaime Jara is a true champion......
Check out the next issue of Gladiator Magazine.
Our very own Jaime "El Cucui" Jara makes the cove, and inside a 3 page spread on the current world champion and his cray personal life!
Jaime Jara has fought the best in the sport.
Rashad Evens, Scott Smith, Kyacey Uscola, Jeriamah Metcalf, Dustin Arden and many more.
2008 Los Angeles FitExpo Teams-Up With Gladiator Challenge for a night of MMA Fights!
Wednesday, October 10, 2007
Gladiator Challenge teams up with The Los Angeles FitExpo 2008
The Los Angeles FitExpo today announced that it will partner with Mixed Martial Arts event promoter, Gladiator Challenge to host “Evolution”, a night of 15 Full Contact Cage Fights. The Los Angeles FitExpo, February 15-17th, 2008, being held this year at the Los Angeles Convention Center has become California''s largest and best known fitness weekend.
Scott Smith Signs!
Thursday, October 04, 2007
Gladiator Challenge signs MMA stand-out Scott Smith to a one fight deal! This event is already scheduled and Set for December 1, 2007 in the Sacramento California area (location TBA). In 2003 Scott Smith won the Gladiator Challenge World HWT Title Belt, beating what turned out to be "hall of
EAT TO WIN
Wednesday, October 03, 2007
When it comes to eating for exercise, it is important to remember that fat, carbohydrates and protein fuel muscles in different ways. Carbs and protein provide four calories per gram and fat provides nine calories per gram. Although all nutrients get converted to energy in the form of adenosine triphosphate or ATP, each nutrient has unique properties that determine how it gets converted.
Strength and Flexibility
Wednesday, October 03, 2007
Jiu-jitsu practitioners should do a combination of exercises to improve not only their flexibility, but also their strength, speed, endurance and balance. Drill specific movements with a partner, without if necessary. Drills will allow you to improve your flexibility and also see where your shortcomings are.
What is Gladiator Challenge?
Wednesday, September 05, 2007
What is Gladiator Challenge?
“Simply the Best in live Mixed Martial Arts Competitions”
Gladiator Challenge ….. Pioneers in the sport of Mixed Marital Arts (MMA) competitions. Established in 1999, as one of the only legally ran full contact cage fighting promotions with-in the United States.
Press Release
Sunday, September 02, 2007
SOURCE: EntreMetrix Corp.
Aug 29, 2007 11:16 ET
EntreMetrix''s Gladiator Challenge Has Earned an Influential Place in Mixed Martial Arts
IRVINE, CA--(Marketwire - August 29, 2007) - EntreMetrix, Inc. (OTCBB: ERMX) today discussed its plan for the Company''s latest portfolio company, Gladiator Challenge, one of the longest running organizers and most recognized names in the sport.
Tedd Williams: Behind the Promoter
Wednesday, August 29, 2007
Tedd Williams: The Athlete
Golden Panther- Jordan High’s ‘Most Outstanding Male Athlete’ High School 88''
- 5Th Place California State Wrestler
- 2x West Coast College Wrestling Champ
- Junior College Wrestling All-American
- 1988 USA International Wrestling Team- AIA
- California State Judo Champion
- AAU National Sambo Champion
- 4th degree Black Belt Judo
( Insturctors: John Ogden/Gene Lebell )
- 2nd degree Black Belt Sambo
( GOKAR & Gene Lebell )
- Professional MMA Record 10-1
- 2 x UFC Fight Veteran
•Professional Accomplishments
1.
EntreMetrix & Gladiator Challenge
Monday, August 27, 2007
EntreMetrix Enters the Mixed Martial Arts Battle Cage with Gladiator Challenge.
IRVINE, CA--(BUSINESS WIRE) — August 27th, 2007 -- EntreMetrix, Inc. (OTC BB: ERMX.OB) today announced the Company’s portfolio acquisition of mixed martial arts champion Gladiator Challenge. Gladiator Challenge is one of the longest running and most recognized promotions in the fast growing sport of mixed martialarts.
Tedd Williams Biography
Monday, August 20, 2007
I was born Theodore Ernest Williams in Orange County, California on December 19, 1969 to the proud parents of Linda & Farris Williams. I come from a large family of (4) four brothers and (1) one sister. Like many of American families today, my family experienced divorce. My mother was married (4) four times, and my father (2) two times.
The Men Who Created MMA
Monday, July 23, 2007
Art Davie and Frederico Lapenda: The Men Who Created MMA
by Todd Hester / Gladiator Magazine
The beginning of vale tudo (anything goes) fighting can undoubtedly be credited to Helio and Carlos Gracie in Rio de Janeiro, where Helio took on all comers regardless of time limit, weight or style. While various members of the Gracie family, most notably Rolls Gracie and then Helio’s eldest son Rorion, did come to the U.
Colusa Caino Cage Fights
Friday, July 20, 2007
Colusa Casino, Colusa, CA − UFC and RITC veteran Edwin Dewees, only 23 years old, is one of the most experienced fighters in the entire southwestern United States. A sponsored fighter of Throwdown Fight Gear, Dewees brought his “A game” to Colusa Casino in Northern California looking to add the prestigious Gladiator Challenge world title belt to his long list of accomplishments.
Eagle Mountain Casino
Friday, July 20, 2007
Gladiator Challenge 31: Knockout Nightmare
by Andrew Hagar
photos by Sherdog (www.sherdog.com)
Dustin Arden, Anthony Ruiz, and Ruben Villarreal led a “hit parade” of eight TKOs, six submissions, and three decisions in the intense and entertaining Tedd Williams slugfest!
PORTERVILLE, CA – The Eagle Mountain Casino was once again packed with fight fans ready to see some brutal knockouts and vicious submissions, and promoter Tedd Williams delivered that promise in the form of Gladiator Challenge 31: “Knockout Nightmare.
Eagle Mountain Casino
Friday, July 20, 2007
Gladiator Challenge 35 − Cold Fury
by Steven Merk
photos by Jeff Sherwood (www.sherdog.com)
Thanks to: Gladiator Magazine
Subscribe @ WWW.GLADMAG.COM
Porterville, CA − The most recent edition of the highly regarded Tedd Williams’ slugfest was held in the beautiful outdoor arena at the Eagle Mountain Casino (www.
New Gladiator Magazine
Friday, June 01, 2007
The first national issue of Gladiator Magazine, featuring new UFC champion Quinton “Rampage” Jackson on the cover with spiritual guru Dr. Christian Harfouche, is now on the newsstands in all 50 U.S. states in all major bookstores including Barnes and Nobles, Borders, Books-A-Million and more! Gladiator is also available in 20 countries including Australia, New Zealand, Europe, the Middle East, and the Far East.
Best of the Best
Wednesday, May 16, 2007
Sunday, May 20th, Gladiator Challenge returns to Eagle Mountain Casino with BEST OF THE BEST, an action packed fight card filled with the most exciting fighters in the sport.
Silver Legacy Casino
Tuesday, May 01, 2007
Silver Legacy Hotel and Casino, Reno, Nevada – After taking the Gladiator welterweight title from James Fanshier in Sacramento many assumed that Jeremiah Metcalf had just gotten lucky and caught “The Educator” on a bad day ¬ well, assume no longer. Metcalf followed up his surprise win with a title match against one of MMA’s toughest fighters: Ronald “Machine Gun” Jhun of Hawaii’s 808 Fight Team.
Interview With Shawn Bias
Saturday, December 16, 2006
You are on a 4 win streak, including wins on consecutive weekends, April 2nd and 8th. This isn''t the first time you''ve packed multiple fights into a short period of time. How many fights do you have in MMA?
I have one amateur fight and nine professional bouts.
Interview With Bryan Travers
Saturday, September 16, 2006
You just won your fifth fight 3/12 in Gladiator Challenge: ALL STARS at Eagle Mtn Casino. Your opponent was Maurice Jackson, the KotC #8 Super Heavyweight Contender. Jackson had a huge size advantage, about a foot taller and 25 pounds heavier. Was his size difficult to deal with?
The reach was a wild card because I only knew about the fight for 3 days.
Interview With Bo Cantrell
Friday, June 16, 2006
You just defended your Gladiator Challenge World Heavyweight Title for the second time on 3/12 in Gladiator Challenge: ALL STARS at Eagle Mtn Casino. This was a much anticipated fight, this was the third time the bout was scheduled. You''ve been preparing for this fight for a long time. Did it go how you expected?
To tell you the truth I didn''t expect him to shoot.
Interview With Jaime Jara
Tuesday, January 03, 2006
You were just awarded Tyson Johnson''s Gladiator Challenge Fighter of the Year Award, sponsored by Bring it On Paintball in Victorville, CA. You''ve won belts at Heavyweight, Light Heavyweight, and now Middleweight. You''re probably the only fighter in the sport to have held world titles in 3 different weight classes.
Interview With Urijah Faber
Wednesday, December 14, 2005
You just defended your KotC Bantamweight Title on 12/11/05 against Krazy Horse. What are your comments on the fight?
I think it was a good fight. It was pretty one-sided. I expected that, but you never know until you get in with the guy. I didn''t take any damage, so I was pretty happy with the fight.
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"RINGSIDE"
Date: 3/30/2012
Location: Thunder Valley Casino Resort
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"JUSTIFIED"
Date: 3/10/2012
Location: Elko, NV
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"BOMBS AWAY"
Date: 2/26/2012
Location: Soboba Casino
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"Mega Stars"
Date: 12/11/2011
Location: Thunder Valley Casino
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"Season's Beatings 3"
Date: 12/4/2011
Location: Soboba Casino
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"Redemption"
Date: 12/2/2011
Location: Tachi Palace
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"Young Guns 7"
Date: 11/19/2011
Location: ELKO INDIAN COLONY GYM
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"Pro-Am Series 2"
Date: 10/16/2011
Location: Soboba Casino
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"Camp Pendleton"
Date: 9/24/2011
Location: Camp Pendleton
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"Twilight Fight Night"
Date: 9/10/2011
Location: Twilight Park, Woodlake California
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