For those that don't already know, I'm a mixed martial arts junkie. I live for the big knockouts, the bonebreaking submissions and the five-round championship slugfests.
When I recently learned that the N.C. Sports Commission now sanctions regulated MMA fighting in North Carolina, I was ecstatic.
I quickly went to shelbystar.com to find out what my beloved peers wrote about the incredible, earth-shattering news.
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Nada.
Granted, it isn't the Superbowl, but I couldn't believe that the fastest growing sport in the United States didn't get at least a blurb back in August when it was announced.
Heed my words, friends. MMA will be an economic juggernaut for North Carolina. Ticket sales, hotel revenue, media coverage ... It's money in the bank.
Spread the word. Bring local MMA events to your area! And, tell the Star to sponsor me a trip to go cover them while you're at it.
Read more about the regulation HERE.
Let them know what you think about it, and let me know too.
Addendum:
I'll throw in my pick for the main event for UFC Fight Night tonight (Wednesday).
Mike Swick (170) vs. Josh Burkman (170)
My pick: Swick via submission in the 2nd round.
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