Elyria OH. November 17, 2010 – Ohio based mixed martial arts fight promotion Rocktagon MMA, formerly known as CageStars, announced today that a third title bout has been added to the already stacked “Cage Stars Amateur Elite Series 1” fight card. Ohio fan favorite Marcus Washington will face a very skilled David Parker for the Cage Stars Amateur Elite Series lightweight title. The highly anticipated event will feature three title bouts and a total of 15 Amateur MMA fights. “Cage Stars Amateur Elite Series 1” will take place on November 20 at Midway Mall in Elyria, Ohio.
According to Lorenzo Gentile, president of Rocktagon MMA, “We are very excited about the addition of Washington vs. Parker for the lightweight title. It is a very compelling match up and a great addition to the card. With three titles on the line, November 20th promises to be a night of non-stop fight action!”
Co-headlining “Cage Stars Amateur Elite Series 1” is CageStars veteran Jose Martinez (Independent) and hard hitting Darnell hicks (Independent). The 185lb fighters will go head-to-head for the middleweight championship belt. In another exciting title bout, Mike Martinez (Chutabu) will step into the cage with Cy Stephens (Iron Tiger Fight Team), in a battle that will determine the Cage Stars Amateur Elite Series featherweight champion.
Marcus Washington (4-0-1) is known for his aggressive fight style and charisma. He fights out of the Samuel L. Felton Jr. Athletic Club in Lorain, Ohio. The club, owned by Alshi Williams, was organized to introduce wrestling and boxing to young individuals who would otherwise not be unable to participate due to financial restraint. Washington’s training at Alshi’s club has served him well. He recently defeated Joey Shaw via TKO at Cage-Stars’ VooDoo Custom Sportsbikes Fight Series in front of 3,000 cheering fans and UFC Middleweight Champion Anderson Silva.
Marcus Washington now has his eye on the Cage Stars Amateur Elite Series lightweight title. Standing in his way is Demolition Fight Team contender David Parker (4-3-0) out of Findlely, Ohio. Parker, a strong willed, well rounded mixed martial artist, with a good chin and exceptional ground skills has plans of his own; to add another notable win to his record and emerge as the Cage Stars Amateur Elite Series lightweight champion. Only one fighter will raise their hand in victory at the end of the night and claim the title. Will it be Marcus Washington or David Parker? Fans in Ohio will find out on November 20th!
*Official “Amateur Elite Series 1” Fight Card:
Marcus Washington vs. David Parker (155lb Title Fight)
Darnell Hicks vs. Jose Martinez (185lb Title Fight)
Mike Maderitz vs. Cy Stephens (145lb Title Fight)
Dave Vendevolde vs. Kyle Booth
Brandon Vasquez vs. Jerome Black
Kevin Zickefoose vs. Dave Prolongo
Mike Schmittle vs. Mark Ondich
Tyree Johnson vs. Kyle Horton
Dustin Miracle vs. Don Jongquist
Andy Johnson vs. Jacob Rathwell
Ron Fitch vs. Byron Gregory
Nick Brasheare vs Clay Wetzel
Paul Troutman vs. Nate Hurst
Nick Dowe vs. Anthony Carney
James Pfieffer vs. Alex Brown
*Card and Schedule Subject to Change
“Cage Stars Amateur Elite Series 1” is brought to you by Harry Buffalo and Joe “The Champ” Gentile of Gentile Promotions. Don’t miss this exciting night of fights! Join Rocktagon MMA on Saturday, November 20th at Midway Mall in Elyria, Ohio. Doors open at 5:00 pm ET. Fights begin at 7:00 pm ET. Tickets range from $25.00 to $35.00 at the door. Save $5.00 now by purchasing your tickets in advance! Tickets can be purchased online at www.rocktagonmma.com. Limited VIP Tables are also available. Please call 440-731-1321 for more information.
About Rocktagon MMA:
Ohio based Rocktagon MMA is a premier mixed martial arts and entrainment group dedicated to hosting quality events and taking highly skilled MMA fighters from obscurity to the National level. At Rocktagon MMA we treat each fighter like an individual business. We focus on the fighter, their skills, and their image, as we help them build a strong presence in the mixed martial arts arena.
