Not a full day removed from his victory at “Ruckus Invades Navy Pier” than the media was abuzz with news that Chase Beebe would be fighting Hiroyuki Takaya at Dream 16 on September 25.  Beebe is also scheduled to main event another local promotion on October 16 in a fight against Jared McMahon.

Beebe confirmed with MMA Recap that he is indeed fighting Hiroyuki Takaya at Dream.  Beebe stated, “I found out about the fight about a day before the Alfonso fight.  I knew I could go in and beat him quickly to ensure the fight in Japan.”

When asked about his fight in October, Beebe remained just as confident.  “The plan is to fight often and win often.  It’s a big deal to fight over there and I know that I can do well.”

Some small rumors amongst Chicago based mma sites had Beebe fighting Kid Yamamoto instead.  Beebe addressed this claim.  “Dream came to me with both the Takaya and Kid fights.  When I went over the last time I got asked a lot of questions about possibly fighting Kid in the finals.  Unfortunately that fight didn’t pan out obviously and it is a fight that still has a lot of interest.  I think Dream is saving that fight for New Years.”

Beebe’s schedule now looks like:

September 25: Hiroyuki Takaya @ Dream 16

October 16: Jared McMahan @ Chicago Cage Fighting Championship

November: TBD

December 31: Rumored to be fighting Kid Yamamoto at Dream New Years

Ruckus entertainment held there third event last night at the scenic Navy Pier in Chicago IL. The card consisted of six amateur bouts and nine pro fights.  Like the previous two Ruckus shows, this one did not dissapoint the fans in attendance.

Amateur Quick Results:

1. Dave  Pena Vs Jerard Karlen (145lbs)

Karlen Wins Via Submission (Inverted Triangle Choke) at 1:31 Round 1

2. Glen Evans Vs Gilbert  Shamoun (welterweight)

Shamoun  wins via TKO at  1:20 of round 2

3. Haider Qayyum Vs. Nathan Patrick  (middleweight)

Nathan Patrick Wins Via TKO at 1:49 of Round 1

4. Damitrius Williams Vs Joseph Diehl (featherweight)

Joseph Diehl wins via Submission (Arm Bar) 1:31 Round 1

5. Leroy Marinez Vs Johnny Odisho

Johnny Odisho Wins Via Unanimous Decision (30-27×3)

6. Sam Agushi Vs Geno Capezio

Sam Agushi wins via Submission (arm bar) 1:07 in Round 1

Professional Fights Recap:

1. Peter Grimes (7-6) vs  Charles Wilson (6-10)(featherweight)

Grimes really put pressure on Wilson early, and controlled him on the floor.  Wilson did a good job of recovering from some bad positions, and managed to get it back standing, but the first round was all Grimes.  It really seemed Wilson doesn’t want to play with the power of Peter. Round two Wilson seemed a lot more comfortable, but Grimes got a big takedown early, and landed some big elbows.  Wilson managed to get it to the feet, and we could see blood coming from the eyebrow of Grimes.  The round ended with Grimes pulling guard with a guillotine choke, but Wilson snuck out and landed some ground and pound. Round 3 started with some leg kick exchanges,  and a right hand from Wilson. Wilson tried a heel kick, and fell to the ground, Grimes took and advantage and jumped into his guard to work him on the floor.  Wilson landed some elbows from the bottom, but Grimes is content to pepper his body with shots.  The ref stands them up, and Grimes lands some big knees that took the fight to the floor.   Wilson scrambles up, but Grimes put the pressure on and took him down again for some light gnp.

Peter Grimes wins via Unanimous Decision 30-27 x 3 

2. Chris Garcia (1-0) vs  Guillermo Serment (1-0)(Lightweight)

Serment came out and tagged Garcia almost right away, and Chris shot in. Guillermo almost had a guillotine choke, but Chris was able to free himself.  Garcia took the fight to the floor, and seemed to effortlessly work him over.  Serment got out of some bad positions, but Chris got his back and landed some big punches. Garcia snuck the arm under his chin, and Serment was forced to tap to the rear naked choke.

Chris Garcia wins via Rear Naked Choke at 2:45 of round 1.

3. Terrel Brown (1-0) vs  Vadianao  Lialuz (0-0) Middleweight

Brown put the pressure on early, but  Lialuz used his wrestling to weather the storm and tied him up. Brown got a big takedown, but  Lialuz got up with little damage. Brown started to light up  Lialuz with some big shots, but  Lialuz shrugs them off. Brown got another solid takedown, but  Lialuz sweeps and takes his back to land some punches.  Brown scrambles and ends up in full mount,  Lialuz bridges and gets up, and the round ends. Round 2 started with Brown taking  Lialuz down and did some work from side control.   Lialuz gives up his back, and tries to stand while eating big knees.  Lialuz turned his back  only to turn around to eat a flying knee. Brown put Lialuz down again, and lands some solid body shots.   Lialuz gets up and lands some punches, but gets put back on the floor.  Round 3 started with brown lighting up  Lialuz against the fence, and eating some big shots.   Lialuz goes for takedowns but can’t get it to the floor.  Brown seems to be able to take  Lialuz down at will and gets a huge suplex.   Lialuz wont go away though.  The round ends with another takedown by Brown.

Terrel Brown wins Via Unanimous Decision

4. Carson Beebe (4-0) Vs Gustavo Rodriguez (3-5)

Carson immediately brought the fight to the floor and started landing some shots.  Rodriguez  gave up his back after trying to get up, and Beebe put the body triangle on him.   The story seemed to be Beebe using his wrestling to land shots on the floor.  Round 2 started with a big right hand from Beebe, and some exchanges.  Beebe was able to shoot in and get the takedown to land some shots from side control.   Beebe scrambled and took Rodriguez ‘s  back, and landed some vicious elbows.  Rodriguez wilted fast, and the ref had no choice but to stop the fight.

Carson Beebe wins via TKO at 2:32 in round 2

5. Vince Ramos ( 2-0) Vs Chris Lane (2-1)

Ramos started the round taking a few shots, and took Lane down. Vince was close to locking in a north south choke, but Lane freed himself.   Ramos took Chris’s back and was really close to securing a rear naked choke.  Chris took a heavy shot to the groin, and was given time to recover.  They started back with  Ramos on Lanes back, and again almost got the RNC.  Lane reverses and the round ends while he lands some shots from inside  Ramos’ guard.  Round 2 started with some feeling out, and Lane defending the takedown.   Ramos eventually got the fight to the ground, but Lane did a much better job controlling his posture.   The round ends after a stalemate and stand up by the ref. Round 3 started with Lane using his reach,  and  Ramos pulling him to the ground.  Lane was able to land some big shots, but  Ramos took Lane’s back to work for the rear naked choke again.

V. Ramos wins Via Submission Rear Naked Choke 2:30 Round 2

6. Rob Meniguez (4-0) Vs Randy Fuentes ( 4-1)

Both fighters wasted no time to exchange, but Fuentes  closed the distance to land some knees against the fence.  Meniguez  used his muay thai to land some shots, and low kicks,  but Fuentes was able to clinch.  Fuentes caught and dropped Meniguez  but he popped right back up.  After a light exchange Fuentes finally got the take down.  The round ended with Randy landing some shots from guard. Round 2 After some feeling out Fuentes was able to clinch, and worked for the takedown.   Fuentes landed a big knee, but was still unable to get the fight down.  Randy got the the fight down, and landed some GNP , but Meniguez  scrambled to get up to land some more punches.  Fuentes landed a nice head kick, but Meniguez  seem to walk right through it.  Meniguez  took the fight down, and landed some good shots to set up a choke just in time for the horn.  Round 3  started with some fast exchanges, and Fuentes was able to secure a takedown, but did little with it.   Fuentes pulled Meniguez to the floor, but it was Meniguez who ended up on top.  Both fighters came close to getting chokes, and they scrambled to their feet.  Randy took Meniguez  back and slipped in the rear naked choke 4:46 of round 3

Randy Fuentes wins via Submission Rear Naked Choke at 4:46 Round 3

7.Clay French (18-6) Vs Billy Stamp (15-7)

After a brief exchange French was able to pull the fight to the floor and take the back of Stamp. Stamp scrambled to his back, and was able to put Clay in guard. After a failed knee bar by French, Stamp scrambled to his feet.   French scored a big takedown, and landed some heavy shots from half guard to end round.  Round 2 started with some feeling out, and Stamp put pressure on French with some hands. Stamp got the better of  most of the exchanges, and the fight was halted for a groin shot  to French.  Clay looked for the takedown, but Stamp kept him at the end of his punches and kicks.  Clay finally connected with a right hand after being stalked the whole round, and took Stamp down to end the round. Round 3 started with more stalking from Stamp who clearly had the reach.  French closed the distance and finally got the take down, and landed some heavy elbows and body shots.  Stamp scrambled to his feet and started to land punches and kicks.  French was still having a hard time gauging Stamps reach, but managed to get another takedown to end the fight.

Clay French wins via Split Decision (29-8×2 French, 29-28 Stamp)

CO MAIN EVENT

Matt Fidorosa (11-1) Vs  DJ Fuentes (6-5) (145lbs)

The round started with some exchanging, but Fidorosa was able to clinch Fuentes up against the fence for some knees to the legs. Fidorosa pulled DJ to the ground, and landed some shots from guard.  Fuentes scrambled up, and almost got the take down. At the end of round it was DJ who was getting the better of the exchanges. Round 2 started with some nice exchanges, and Fidorosa wisely took Fuentes down.  Fuentes almost secured an arm bar, but Fidorosa ended up on to and landed some heavy hammer fists and elbows.  Fidorosa seemed to smother DJ most of the round on the floor, and Fuentes scrambled to his feet to end the round.  Round 3 started with Fidorosa landing some heavy right hands, and Fuentes circling away.  Fidorosa scored the take down and really turned it on with the hands.  Fuentes gave up his back,  and turned to end up being mounted.  Fuentes scrambled out, but was still on is back getting pounded on.  DJ finally got to his feet, and tried to throw everything he could when the round ended.

Matt Fidorosa wins via unanimous decision (30-27×3)

MAIN EVENT

Chase Beebe (13-5) Vs Pablo Alfonso (6-2) (Bantamweight title)

Round 1 began with Alfonso  coming forward, but Chase slowed him down with a left hand.   Chase took the fight to the ground, and took Alfonso ‘s back, and came close to the RNC.  Pablo scrambled to his feet, but got his back taken again and Chase pulled him to the floor. Chase was able to get the choke this time, and Alfonso was forced to tap.

Chase Beebe wins via Submission (Rear Naked Choke) 2:32 Round 1  Wins the Bantam Weight Title

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Felice Herrig Tank Top

Horde Fighting fighter, Felice Herrig, will be making an appearance at the Horde Fighting booth during the Ruckus show this Saturday.  The very popular fighter has her own signature tank top available for purchase and while she is there will sign it.

Herrig is scheduled to appear at the booth from about 6:15 till 7:15 and sporadically through out the night as she will be mingling with all of her fans.  Tank Tops are available for $40, but fans can pick up a $5 off coupon at the event.  Additionally all purchases include a free logo shirt while supplies last.

Ruckus Invades Navy Pier takes place this Saturday at Navy Pier.  The night of action will see a handful of amateur bouts capped off by nine professional fights.

Ruckus Entertainment finalized an ever-changing card earlier today.  The new professional card includes nine pro bouts.  The night of action will be capped off with a main event for the new Ruckus Bantamweight Title featuring Chase Beebe taking on Pablo Alfonso.

Felice Herrig, a fan-favorite female fighter, was supposed to fight on the card, but had multiple opponents back out of the fight.  Herrig continued to train and continued to cut weight up until a week out when her fourth possible opponent decided to not fight “Lil Bulldog”.

The full card for Saturday’s event includes:

Peter Grimes vs Charles Wilson

Chris Garcia vs Guillermo Serment

Terrel Brown vs Vadiano Laluz

Carson Beebe vs Gustavo Rodriguez

Vince Ramos vs Chris Lane

Robert Menigoz vs Randy Fuentes

Clay French vs Billy Stamp

Matt Fiordirosa vs DJ Fuentes

Chase Beebe vs Pablo Alfonso

Ruckus officials told MMA Recap that the main event for their third show “Ruckus Invades Navy Pier” has just gotten better in the form of a title fight.  Chase Beebe and Pablo Alfonso is now scheduled for the bantamweight championship title and can now possibly go five rounds.

Beebe was the former WEC bantamweight champion before losing the belt to fellow Chicagoan Miguel Torress at WEC 32.  Beebe then went on to lose three more fights before defeating Billy Jochum at Lords of War 1 in April of this year.

Alfonso is the current XFC champion after defeating Jason Goodall at XFC 9 in September of 2009.  Since the victory, Alfonso has only competed one time, but that was at Strikeforce Miami where he defeated Marcos Da Matta.

The event takes place on Saturday September 11 and for tickets to Ruckus Invades Navy Pier, visit http://ruckusinvadesnavypier-mmarecap.eventbrite.com/

Chase Beebe and Rob Menigoz, two fighters participating at “Ruckus Invades Navy Pier” are scheduled to be on Dave Kaplan’s show tonight.  The show airs live on Comcast Sports Net at 5:30pm CST.

Menigoz will be taking on late replacement Chris Garcia in a lightweight clash.  Menigoz was originally supposed to fight Mike Santiago, but Santiago got suspended after his last fight.

Beebe is scheduled to take on Strikeforce veteran Pablo Alfonso in the main event.  The fight is for the bantamweight championship belt and will be a five round affair.

Tickets for the event can be purchased at http://ruckusinvadesnavypier-mmarecap.eventbrite.com/

Mike Santiago was supposed to fight Guillermo Serment at “Ruckus 3: Ruckus Invades Navy Pier”.  However, Santiago was given a suspension after his fight at “XFO Outdoor War 6″ earlier this month.  In his place is up and coming welterweight Chris Garcia.

Garcia made his professional debut in January of this year when he successfully defeated Bryan Neville by a rear naked choke just 1:19 seconds into the first round.  Prior to his professional debut, Garcia submitted many opponents on the local amateur scene.

Ruckus Invades Navy Pier will take place on Saturday September 11 and will air on Comcast Sports Network.  The full card includes:

Chase Beebe vs Pablo Alfonso

Clay French vs Billy Stamp

Robert Menigoz vs Victor Dominguez

Matt Fiordirosa vs David (DJ) Fuentes

Chris Garcia vs Guillermo Serment

Peter Grimes vs Charles Wilson

Matt “Sunshine” Fiordirosa became a household name after appearing on the TapouT reality show. But since then Fiordirosa has been almost MIA and taken some serious time off away as he was just getting some serious attention. Now, older and wiser, the Team Curran trained fighter is ready to get back into action with fights in August and September. MMA Recap’s Brent Todd caught up with Fiordirosa to discuss his career and more.

How’d you get into mixed martial arts and fighting as a career?
I have wrestled since I was 4 years old. I went to college to wrestle and transferred a couple of times because I wasn’t happy and started to lose interest in the sport. I wanted to try something new in the off season so I talked to Clay Guida who was just starting out in this fighting stuff. He started to pick me up and drive me out to Gilberts Grappling to learn some jiu jitsu and it got me hooked on the sport instantly. I took a couple of amateur fights and had some success so I figured I should give it a shot.

If you google your name, the first result is an interview that asks “What happened to Matt Fiordirosa?”  That interview was done in 2008 and now it is 2010.  So obviously I need to ask the question, what happened again?
I’ve had a lot of ups and downs with the sport. I originally trained and competed because it was fun, but I quickly learned that this is also a business. On top of not having fun while training I also had some injuries and family things to work out so mma took a back seat for a little bit. I also made it my number one priority to finish my degree incase something ever were to happen and I always want to have a back up plan. I also was supposed to fight about a year and a half ago. I trained, got down to weight, and my opponent never showed. The next week I got injured during training and it sidelined me for a while. It’s been a roller coaster, but no matter what happens I will most likely be involved in the sport in some way from here on out.

Your first fight back in three years is against Bobby Reardanz at the XFO Outdoor War.  Are you worried at all about the three year layoff?
A little bit. I didn’t even realize it had been that long until somebody brought it up. I feel really good and have had an awesome training camp so mentally and physically I’m ready. I also have matured a little bit and have taken my training and lifestyle a little bit more seriously than I have in the past. I’m just hoping I don’t have ring rust, other than that I feel great and will definitely be ready.

What are your thoughts on him as an opponent?
He’s a tough guy. From what I’ve heard he’s a pretty big 145lb guy and is 5’11” so I definitely have to keep that in mind. I’m excited to fight somebody that is game and ready to go for 3 rounds like I know he will be.

Four weeks later you are scheduled to fight DJ Fuentes for Ruckus Entertainment, are you planning on going back full force similar to what you did in 2006 with a fight nearly every other month?
I don’t plan on going full force right away. I have these 2 fights set up over the summer so when school starts up I can set my focus on that. I’m just going to take everything as it comes and just make sure that I have fun and enjoy what I’m doing.

What are your goals now that you are back full time to fighting?
I’m just going to enjoy the experience. I’m having a lot of fun training right now and it reminds me of when I first started. Everyday I learn something new and I have a good group of guys around me. I really like coaching the wrestling side of the sport as well as being around other athletes that have the dedication and desire to push their limits. My goal would be to continue to develop my game and one day fight in a big show.

There’s one little blemish on your record against a highly ranked Wagnney Fabiano.  I know the fight happened four years ago, but can you give us your thoughts on that fight and why it didn’t go your way?
It was my very first pro fight in a USA vs. Canada show and I was boo’d for the first time. I have a lot of excuses, but Wagnney was the better fighter at the time. As far as the fight went, it was also the first time that anyone had ever taken me down so everything went wrong, but it was a good learning experience for me.

With a record of 10-1 the WEC had to have been looking at you, were you fielding any offers from them at the time you decided to take a step back from the game?
Not that I am aware of.

What’s the most important part of your training?
Conditioning! I know that I’m not the cleanest boxer, best with submissions, or even the best wrestler, but my conditioning has helped me a lot. For this training camp in particular my training partners were key because I have a bunch of studs to train with and everyone has fights coming up so everyone was pushing their limits.

Which fight has been your favorite?
My fight with Chase Beebe was my favorite. It was on an XFO show and we were both beating everyone up in the area, but nobody outside of Illinois really knew who we were. It was my favorite fight not because I won, but I proved to myself that I had been developing in the sport. When I couldn’t rely strictly on wrestling the other aspects of the sport that I had been training actually were beneficial and probably the difference in the fight. Our wrestling balanced out but it was the development in other areas that separated me from him at that time.

Which fight did you walk away from and go “Oh man I need to work on this aspect of my game?”
My fight with Wagnney definitely made me rethink some things. He beat me up pretty bad in the first round and it actually made my head a little loopy for the next few days. When I got home I had to decide if I was done with fighting so I could focus on wrestling again or I needed to change and develop so that wouldn’t happen again. It really helped me refocus and dedicate myself to training. It also helped me concentrate on other aspects of the sport besides wrestling and that humble pie help me focus more than ever before. I think it worked because I went on to win 10 in a row.

Your website has the phrase Tears for Beers, what’s that about?
That has to do when I was younger and wrestling. My dad and other teammates’ dads all said “If you make your opponent cry you get a beer”. Needless to say we always tried to make our opponents cry.

What do you like to do when you aren’t training?
I like to play video games, watch movies, and follow college football ( GO GATORS!). I spend a majority of my time with my dog Thor. I’m a huge fan of food and I also like to longboard. That’s really it!

What’s your favorite breakfast cereal?
During training I eat oatmeal with bananas in it, but straight up cereal I’d have to say it’s a toss up between cinnamon toast crunch and apple jacks.

Any sponsors or people you want to thank?
First and foremost I’d like to thank Tapout for everything they’ve done for me! Also, Gordon at Lajit Industries, King Burrito (best Mexican food around), Trent Sherrill photography, ABC automotives, Tony Hernandez and The Wrestling Factory, Bombsquad Longboards, Jorson and Carlson Company, Firewood Restaurant and Sports Lounge, ElecSound, and Scott’s Auto. I’d also like to thank everyone at Team Curran and Davis Speed Center for getting me ready to do battle, as well as my family and friends for their support.


Questions by fighters for fighters
Who’s the hottest female fighter in the midwest?
I really only know one, but Felice Herrig is a cool chick!

What’s typically going through your mind in the moments before stepping into the cage?
There’s NO WAY I’m going to let this guy embarrass me in front of my friends and family!

Two more fights have been added to an already impressive card for “Ruckus 3: Ruckus Invades Navy Pier”.  A lightweight matchup between Mike Santiago and Guillermo Serment and a featherweight matchup between Robert Menigoz and Victor Dominguez have been added.

Ruckus 3 takes place on Saturday September 11 at the historic Navy Pier in downtown Chicago.  The event will be headlined by former WEC champion Chase Beebe taking on Pablo Alfonso.

Tickets are available at http://ruckusinvadesnavypier-mmarecap.eventbrite.com and start at just $40 plus ticket and processing fees.

Bon V Nightclub in downtown Chicago is set to play host to the weigh-ins for “Ruckus Invades Navy Pier”.  The weigh-ins will take place on Friday, September 10.  The weigh-ins will be open to the public and at this time there is no official start time.

“Ruckus Invades Navy Pier” is set to take place on Saturday September 11 featuring a main event between former WEC champion, Chase Beebe and Strikeforce alum Pablo Alfonso.

The fight card confirmed so far includes:
Chase Beebe vs Pablo Alfonso
Peter Grimes vs Charles Wilson
Matt Fiordorosa vs DJ Fuentes
Vince Ramos vs Lawson McClure
Clay French vs Billy Stamp

Peter Grimes at XFO - photo by Brent Todd

Ruckus Entertainment has confirmed with MMA Recap that Peter Grimes will be taking on Charles Wilson at “Ruckus Invades Navy Pier”.

Grimes last competed at XFO 35 when he defeated Bobby Reardanz by technical knockout.  The fight showcased Grimes’s improving stand up game and put Grimes back on the winning side of the coin.  Grimes is scheduled to take on Aaron Steele at XFO’s Outdoor War on August 14 prior to his bout with Wilson on September 11.

Wilson (7-10) has lost four of his last five fights, but his record shouldn’t discourage fans.  Wilson has fought many times on short notice and against some very game opponents such as Mark Miller, Miguel Torres, and Matt Veach.  Nearly all of his losses have gone the distance and have been exciting battles.

“Ruckus Invades Navy Pier” is set for Saturday September 11 and tickets are available at www.ruckustickets.com

Tickets for Ruckus Entertainment’s third show, “Ruckus Invades Navy Pier” are now on sale.  Ticket prices start at just $40 for general admission.  Tickets are available at www.ruckustickets.com.

Bleacher and red seat tickets are just $50 and are on a first come first serve basis.  If you get there early enough, $50 can buy basically a floor seat with spectacular views or you can sit atop the bleachers.

The venue will play host to some 5000 plus fans and will feature a main event between former WEC champion Chase Beebe taking on Pablo Alfonzo.

Stay tuned to MMA Recap for all the latest news on Ruckus Entertainment.

Jarrett Payton, son of Walter Payton, is the host of Chicagoland Sports Radio.  Wednesday July 21, the show will focus on mixed martial arts and feature several fighters.  Schedule to make an appearance on the show are Chase Beebe, Clay French, Vince Ramos and Ruckus Entertainment promoters Frank Defilippis and Tony O.

The show will be broadcast at 7pm CST and can be heard at www.chicagolandsportsradio.com.  The internet radio show debuted on July 16 of 2010.

Jarrett Payton is the son of the famous Chicago Bear’s running back Walter Payton.

Ruckus Entertainment officials have confirmed with MMARecap (www.mmarecap.com) that Matt “Sunshine” Fiordorosa will be taking on DJ Fuentes at “Ruckus Invades Navy Pier”.  The event takes place on Saturday September 11 at the historic Navy Pier in downtown Chicago, Illinois.

Fiordorosa, who’s record is 10-1, hasn’t lost a fight since his professional debut.  Fiordorosa took time off after his fight at XFO 18 in 2007 and will be fighting two times in four weeks.  Fiordorosa, a Team Curran fighter, was featured on the TapouT reality show beating Khristian Geraci.  Fiordorosa is scheduled to fight at XFO’s “Outdoor War 6″ in August before his fight at Ruckus Entertainment.

David (DJ) Fuentes is trained at the famous “HIT Squad” in Granite City, Illinois.  Fuentes has fought three times in 2010 so far winning one and losing the other two by decision.  Fuentes is a resilient fight who holds six victories with five coming via submission.

Ruckus Invades Navy Pier will take place on September 11.  For more information and tickets, please visit www.ruckusentertainement .net