A good balanced commentary from ESPNW on the rim thing.
http://espn.go.com/espnw/commentary/8...more
posted 10/27/12 at 9:53am
on Around the Horn reacts to Geno Auriemma's suggestion of lowering the rims
Brace for War Weigh-in Results – All Official for Saturday
posted by Wombat Sports
Saturday, October 27, 2012 at 10:23am EDT
Wombat sports is dedicated to women in combat sports. Former news editor of “Fightergirls” MarQ Piocos has been covering Women’s MMA for over three years, having picked up coverage of wrestling, boxing, and grappling. It is his vision to bring some of the best coverage to help bring and promote the ever expanding popularity of women’s MMA, wrestling, and martial arts with some of the best writers and athletes.
Support women's sports and SHARE this story with your friends!
Rita Tomita and Claire Fryer
22 fighters went to the scales in Australia Friday for the biggest all female card in the country’s history. Brace for War will be headlined by kickboxing champion Alex Chambers taking on Japan’s Mika Nagano.
In order for you to watch the stream, Brace for War is asking fans to sign up for a free VIP account here. In the U.,S., the fights start at 3 a.m. in the morning pacific time and 6 a.m. eastern time.
Here is the fight order and official weights.
—–
MAIN EVENT
- 52 kg (114.5 lbs) – Alex Chambers 52.2kgs vs. Mika Nagano 51.7kgs
Co-Main
- 52 kg (114.5 lbs) – Claire Fryer 52kgs vs. Rina Tomita 51.8kgs
Main Card (in reverse match order)
- 65 kg (143.3 lbs) – Fiona Muxlow 65.1 kgs vs. Leanne Reid 64.8kgs
- 58 kg (127.8 lbs) Rhiannon Thompson 57.6kgs vs. Linda Nikeller 56.9kgs
- 62 kg (136.7 lbs) Tanya Stevens 62kgs vs. Mae-Lin Leow 61.9kgs
- 48 kg (105.8 lbs) - Shauna Carew 47.4kgs vs. Gina Cardillo 48.4 kg*
- 50 kg (110,2 lbs) – Samantha Manderson 47.6kgs vs. Natalie Gonzales Hills 50kgs
- 65 kg (143.3 lbs) – Lana Kate 64.3kgs vs. Helen Malone 63.2kgs
- 71 kg (156.5 lbs) – Kerry Barrett 69.9 kgs vs. Brettlyn Neal 72.4kgs**
- 70 kg (154.3lbs) – Maryanne Mullahy 70.1kgs vs. Rebecca Steward 69.9kgs
- 61 kg (134.4 lbs) - Belinda Sedgwick 61.9kgs vs. Lisa Sutton 62kgs
*Cardillo’s 1st Attempt was 48.9kgs **Brettlyn Neal 1st Attempt 72.6kgs – match will go on. No word on if there is any penalties for missing weight
Filed under: MMA
Support women's sports and SHARE this story with your friends!
Filed Under:
-
This post is related to an ongoing story:
- MMA: The Women are Here to Stay
MOST POPULAR ARTICLES & POSTS
Tennis’ Top Females Dress Up For WTA Istanbul Draw Ceremony
posted by A Glam Slam
posted by A Glam Slam
October 23, 2012 at 7:34am
Haven or Hell: Women's sports - a good place to be gay?
posted by F A P Hawksley
posted by F A P Hawksley
October 27, 2012 at 4:31pm
Getting "Chicked": The most embarrassing thing for a guy?
posted by The Rabbit Hole
posted by The Rabbit Hole
October 27, 2012 at 10:11am
Brace for War Weigh-in Results – All Official for Saturday
posted by Wombat Sports
posted by Wombat Sports
October 27, 2012 at 10:23am
Serena Williams chosen one of Glamour magazine’s Women of the Year
posted by WTA Women's Tennis
posted by WTA Women's Tennis
November 5, 2009 at 9:12pm
LATEST ARTICLES & POSTS
NCAA Soccer – Postseason Qualification/Elimination List – Through 10/27/12
posted by All White Kit
posted by All White Kit
Sun at 6:13pm
Ediene Gomes Added to InvictaFC 4, Hiroko Yamanaka Possible Opponent
posted by Wombat Sports
posted by Wombat Sports
Sun at 6:07pm
Jannah Tucker recommitts to Tennessee; Lady Vols now hoping for a "Mercedes"
posted by Swish Appeal
posted by Swish Appeal
Sun at 5:49pm
Brace for War Results – Chambers, Fryer Get Quick Wins; Muxlow Puts Name on Featherweight Map
posted by Wombat Sports
posted by Wombat Sports
Sun at 5:46pm
-
-
More from this author:
Wombat sports is dedicated to women in combat sports. Former news editor of “Fightergirls” MarQ Piocos has been covering Women’s MMA for over th...
full profileFor more, visit MarQFPR's Full Profile
-
Sales Representative - Team Sports - Sports Marketing
Act in the best interest as a brand ambassador for the Team Sports Sales. Drive top lines sales and deliver bottom line profitability....DetailsMarketing Internship - Sports Marketing
We connect the public to current and retired professional athletes, coaches and broadcasters for unforgettable experiences. ...DetailsPartnership Manager - Cleveland - Sports Management
Want to make a difference in the lives of youth athletes? Help create Better Athletes, Better People by bringing Positive Coaching Alliance to youth sports organizations in the Cleveland area....DetailsGymnastics Program Director & Coach-Hamilton - Sports and Fitness
The successful candidate will have the opportunity to build, supervise, manage and coach all aspects of the Association's wide gymnastics program....DetailsWKRK Local Sales Manager - Sports Media
CBS Radio Cleveland is looking for a dynamic, self-motivating Local Sales Manager with a proven sales history who exhibits strong leadership skills and the ability......DetailsSenior Product Manager - Originals - Sports Marketing
Manage the creation and merchandising of the Inline apparel range within the Originals Business Unit. Lead business planning for this specific line cross all retail channels....DetailsSports Copy Editor - Sports Media
Our newspaper seeks a talented sports copy editor/paginator. We cover three professional sports teams, five Division I universities and more than 100 high schools....DetailsDirector, Strategic Partnerships - Sports and Fitness
Ongoing partner account management and assisting in new partner solicitation throughout the year, representing 30+ clients....DetailsDirector, Finance - Pro Sports
This position will lead financial support and accounting for the Global Marketing Partnerships business (GMP) across the league. ...DetailsCoordinator, Events - Pro Sports
Assist in creation and updating of marketing campaigns that support the league's brand message and goals across all grassroots events....Details -
RECENT COMMENTS
Crimson says:mcjack says:
damn. permAnEnt, about 18 times. android isn't as smart as advertised ;-) ...more
posted 10/26/12 at 10:08pm
on Around the Horn reacts to Geno Auriemma's suggestion of lowering the rimsmcjack says:
And now that I think about it more, San Antonio would be the perfect permenant site for the final 4....more
posted 10/26/12 at 10:02pm
on Around the Horn reacts to Geno Auriemma's suggestion of lowering the rimsmcjack says:Haven't quite formed an opinion about lowering the rims. People who have forgoten more about basketb...more
posted 10/26/12 at 9:35pm
on Around the Horn reacts to Geno Auriemma's suggestion of lowering the rimsCrimson says:
Great post. Molly Bolin is by far the most unrecognized and unappreciated WBB superstar in the hist...more
posted 10/26/12 at 12:17pm
on The Interim Leagues: Between the WBL and the WNBA -
Women Talk Sports Podcast - October 2012
Stephanie and Cara bring you the October edition of the Women Talk Sports podcast. The two start off by talking about Cara's NACWAA trip. Then they gi...[Listen/Download for iTunes]
Women Talk Running Podcast - October 2012
Cara and Stephanie start the third installation of the Women Talk Running podcast by talking about marathons. They recap the exciting Chicago Marathon...[Listen/Download for iTunes]
Women Talk Sports Podcast - September 2012
Welcome back for the September issue of the Women Talk Sports podcast. This time around we have several thrilling stories for you. First, we talk abou...[Listen/Download for iTunes]
More Women Talk Sports Podcasts
No one has commented on this yet. Be the first!