MCC Trials II a success, several deserving fighters earn their shot!

Despite moving venue locations on three days notice, MCC Trials II proved to be a success. With over 1,000 fight fans through the door, some of the 22 fighters delivered performances worthy of receiving their invitation to compete at MCC 22 “Reality Check” on September 5 at Veterans Auditorium. MCC co-owner and matchmaker, Ryan Hass commented, “I was a little worried about moving the show, but I knew that the fighters I booked were going to impress the fans no matter how many show up.” He added, “We’re taking some of the top amateur fighters from the Midwest and giving them a chance to really showcase their skills as they fight their way into MCC.”

One of last nights standout performances included a huge win for Zak Laird, submitting undefeated wrestling champion, Jordan Webb in the first round. “You’ve got an 18 year old kick boxer taking a state wrestler down, switching from a gogoplata, to an arm bar, to a triangle choke. These are high level jiu jitsu transitions, and this guy’s pulling them off,” stated MCC co-owner, John Halverson. He followed with, “Zak Laird is the real deal. He’s the next generation of MCC, and he’s definately fighting for us for a long time.”

Some of the other fighters who will be competing in MCC include Laramie Shaffer, Nick Rouse, RJ Harris, and winners of fight of the night, Josh Troen and Nate “Teddy Bear” Williams have already agreed to a rematch at MCC 22.

MCC’s next event, MCC 22 “Reality Check” is scheduled for September 5 at Veterans Auditorium. The main event will feature MCC Interim Lightweight Champion, Joe “The Hammer” Brammer as he puts his title on the line against former MCC Featherweight Champion and WEC veteran, Chris “Mad Dog” Mickle. For more information about MCC, including the reality series “Making the Fighter” log on to www.MidwestCageChampionship.com.