Summer Heat 2006

Results

1. Bryan Herring v. Jason Barrett
Jason Barret, tap-out via guillotine choke.
2.  Shawn Connor v. Joel Weldon
Shawn Connor, tap-out via kimura.
3. Wayne Millen v. Billy Merrit
Billy Merrit, tap-out via triangle choke.
4. Ryan McCellan v. Kamrin Naville
Ryan McCellan, unanimous decision.   
5. Dan Funes v. Kenny Lester
Dan Funes, tap-out, via arm-bar.
6. Jeremy Laviano v. Casey Pintar
Casey Pintar, by KO.
7. David Derby v. Shaun Gay
In 25 seconds, Shaun Gay, tap-out via arm-bar.
8. Josh Samman v. James Ashcraft
In the 2nd period, Josh Samman by TKO.
9. Jerry Carol v. Michael Ricks
Jerry Carol, unanimous decision.
10. Doug Veltkamp v. Brett Chisum
Brett Chisum by KO.
11. Chris Herring v. Scott Harper
In 22 seconds, Scott Harper, tap-out by guillotine choke.
12. Ashley Rivers v. Jonathan Wiezorek
At 2:37 in the 2nd Round, Wiezorek by tap-out to arm triangle.  

Tickets – The ringside tickets are almost sold out! If you want to sit closer to the action, you should pursue purchasing one (see list of dealers below) asap.

The ringside tickets are almost sold out! If you want to sit closer to the action, you should pursue purchasing one (see list of dealers below) asap. 

Radio Commercial – Black Crow Media is working closely with VMAC to promote the Summer Heat event. Click here to listen to the commercial which is currently airing on Hot 102.7, News Talk 105.9, Rock 108, and KIX FM.

Tournament Costs – The tournament entry fee is $35. Spectators are $5 each. However, tournament admission is free with purchase of a ticket to the evening fight event.

The Stallion Returns to Action – Hometown favorite Shaun “The Stallion” Gay will be fighting on the Summer Heat card. He will be facing a fighter who has traveled the world with a great many wins. Chatt Lavendar called the promoter requesting a match with Gay because he wants to test his newly improved standup game. These two fighters are both interested in testing their standup skills on each other. This should be an exciting match to see.

Tournament Rules – The Tournament Rules have been updated.

Ticket Availability – Things are shaping up for this show pretty well. To be sure and secure your ticket (and admission in the door with a seat) prior to the event, you have several options:

Valdosta
Valdosta Martial Arts Center – 245-8622
Southland Pawn – 244-3346
Family Pizza – 244-1845
Reflections of You – 257-0038

Douglas
Scott Harper

Albany
Heath Davis

Tallahassee
Brian Orkin

Moultrie
Richard Cox

Ticket prices are as follows: Ringside, $40; Reserve, $30; and, General Admission, $20.

Updated Schedule

Friday, June 23
Weigh-in – 6:00 to 9:00 PM.
Fighters and day tournament competitors can register at this time.

Saturday, June 24
Day Tournament – Registration at 8:00 AM, Divisions begin at 9:00 AM.
Second Weigh-in – 4:00 PM.
Rules Meeting – 5:30 PM.
Officials Meeting – 6:00 PM.
Doors Open – 6:00 PM.
Entertainment – Crystal Carter – 6:30 PM.
First Match – 7:00 PM.
After Party – Hooter’s.

Main Event – Ashley Rivers  will be fighting Jonathan Wiezorek  as planned.

Heavyweight Match Made – Chris Herring has agreed to fight Scott Harper. Herring hails from North Carolina. Harper, from Douglas, GA, works in law enforcement in Coffee County.

Fight Card – The first draft of the Fight Card has been released. Please note this is subject to change.

Day Tournament Rules – See Rules for more information.

Wiezorek Matched for Main Event! – Jonathan “Lock N Load” Wiezorek will return to action in the main event on 6/24. He will be facing the competitive Ashley Rivers of Arab, Alabama. Besides his considerable record, Rivers brings years of Army boxing and wrestling experience. The fans can expect an exciting match in this one!

Best Western Hotel – The Best Western Hotel of Valdosta is giving visitors for the fight event a special rate of $62. To arrange your reservation, call 800-528-1234.

Regional Change – VMAC will not be hosting the 2006 IKF Regional. Instead, we will have a day martial arts tournament and evening fight event. The day tournament will include light contact kickboxing, kata, and grappling divisions. This fight card will be sanctioned by the ISCF. Keep checking here for updates.