Jesse Lund

Rick Glenn

MCC 35 Re Cap- Roberts and Glenn go the distance, Lund dominates Poling

The night started out with a bang; technically four of them as the first four of five bouts ending by knockout! Usually such highlight reel performance are witnessed in the latter part of the card, however several fighters, some new to the promotion, were intent on proving their worthiness.

Ryan Fitzgerald vs. RJ Harris

The first bout of the evening pitted two former DMX fighters; MCC retired sister promotion, against one another. RJ Harris and Ryan Fitzgerald opened the show with a feverish pace going at each other from the moment the referee said fight! The first exchange saw Fitzgerald tag Harris with a crisp right that sent the more experienced brawler wobbling, however, when Fitzgerald failed to capitalize on his wounded foe, Harris was able to regain compose and piece together a series of well placed shots to the done of Fitzgerald.

As Fitzgerald tried desperately to avoid the direct hits, it was blood in the water to RJ Harris who continued his assault until Fitzgerald crumbled helplessly on the mat. Unable to defend himself, the referee called a halt to the bout at just 47 seconds of the opening frame.

RJ Harris opens the next chapter in his career as an undefeated MCC fighter with a first round knock out under his belt.

Donte Harris vs. Johnny Wentland

Next up, Johnny “Bananas” Wentland made his third trip into the MCC cage as he welcomed Donte Harris to mixed martial arts. Harris,
a well defined athlete made his MMA debut, and although Wentland was the superior fighter on paper, Harris quickly made the statement
that despite his experience, he was here to play and here to win.

When the fight started Wentland looked to stick and move. Following a brief exchange and tie up, the action hit the mat. It was there that
Harris was able to unload a barrage of jackhammers to the head and body of Wentland. “Bananas” scrambled relentlessly to avoid any
significant damage, but just like the prior bout, once the shark had a taste of blood there was no stopping him.

Donte Harris continued to brutalize the senior fighter until the referee had no choice but to intervene. Harris moves to 1-0 as Wentland heads
back to the drawing board.

Sean Frank vs. Chris Fannon

Bout number three saw two more fighters making their MCC debuts. Sean Frank, a Fort Dodge-based fighter who sported an impressive 4-1 record faced Henry’s Martial Arts trained Chris Fannon.

Since both fighters were known for their willingness to stand in the pocket and trade, the fight was bound to be exciting. Of course, this is mixed martial arts which means their are so many ways to win and so many ways to lose. One mistake and, bam! You’re done…

And Sean Frank proved that.

As the bout opened and the fighters touched gloves, each of them looked to quickly land the money shot. It took one exchange for Frank to make a rookie mistake; don’t forget to bring your hands back to your chin.

That one mistake was all it took for Chris Fannon to land the punch to the chin of Frank which sent him into la-la land. In one of the fastest knock outs in MCC history, Chris Fannon was victorious in just eleven seconds.

An elated Fannon credited all of his hard training in camp and stated that he was eager to get back in as soon as possible. After brining the crowd to their feet I think the fans would like to see him back as soon as possible too.

Mike Owens vs. Nate Hausen

Hasuen made his mixed martial arts debut eleven months ago at MCC Trials. There, he was able to submit his opponent in impressive fashion. He quickly followed that performance us with a knock out win one month later. In his next bout he was stopped in the third round and that prompted a break in action to reflect on his training and hone his skills.

He returned to face Mike Owens. A near mirror image of Hausen, Owens possesses heavy hands, loves to slug it out, but is also willing to go to the mat and grapple. Owens came to MCC with a perfect 2-0 record.

Most of the first round was spent feeling the other one out pawing with jabs and an occasional cross paired with a hard leg kick from time to time. You could, however, tell that each punch was thrown with bad intentions.

Near the end of the first round Hausen, the busier of the two fighters found his range and delivered a combination that looked to be a potential fight-stopper. Owens shook his head as the make the statement that he was un phased. At that point Nate Hausen hit the nitrous button and delivered yet another powerful shot, this time, however, there was no coming back. Owens fell to the ground, but still somewhat coherent. Before Owens hit the floor Nate Hausen knew he was the winner, however the referee still had hope for Owens. Hansen followed up with two shots on the ground that turned off the remaining lights in Owens house.

In what was probably Hausen’s most impressive career performance he deferred on taking credit, rather commending his teammates, specifically Miguel Rios, Jr. for all of their hard work in preparing him. The humble fighter is quickly becoming one of the most popular fighters on the MCC roster.

Frankie Osborn vs. Henry Meza

If back and forth action is what you came to see- look no further than this fight! The fast-rising bantamweight division is known for fighters going at it a hundred miles an hour from start to finish. This bout showcased what the division is all about.

For most of the opening from the two fighters exchanged punches and kicks, takedowns, scrambles, knees and clinch work. At the end of the round neither fighter looked to have lost any steam.

The second round opened at the same pace until a mis-timed takedown attempt put Meza in a vulnerable position to accept an array of strikes from Osborn as he exchanged fro back mount to side mount. By the end of the second, Osborn was starting to pull away on the judges scorecards.

When the third round began Osborn seemed the fresher of the two as he went to work to get back to the dominant position that won the second round for him. When the fight made it’s way back the standing position Meza was clearly going for broke, but it was Osborn, who stayed composed enough to deliver the knock out punch to seal the deal.

The fight, which was clearly a top candidate for fight of the night netted Meza the prestigious Heart of a Warrior award, while Osborn was presented with the Anglo Diamond/Polanti “Heavy Hitter” accolade and a brand new Polanti watch to show for his efforts.

Meza stated that he was dropping down in weight class to compete at 125 lbs. Osborn, who looks dominant in the bantamweight division is definitely someone to keep your eyes on.

Tanner McClure vs. Isaac Adamson

The undefeated Adamson, another fighter from the Henry’s Martial Arts camp is another one of the quickly rising stars in MCC’s featherweight division. Known as one of the hardest working fighters in the gym, Adamson set out to make quick work of the MCC newbie; Tanner McClure.

The bout took just moments before it went to the ground. It was there that Adamson moved effortlessly as he passed McClure’s guard and had his opponent reeling from punches. Adamson was able to open up a cut on the outmatched fighter, but is was after several unanswered shots that the referee was forced to intervene.

Adamson, who is currently campaigning for a spot at AKA, the Fresno, California based MMA gym that houses UFC Heavyweight champ Cain Velasquez and perennial welterweight contenders MIke Swick, Josh Koscheck and John Fitch, keeps his perfect record in tact, while McClure falls to 2-2.

Tom Ahrens vs. Josh Henry

Following a trio of unsuccessful win attempts, former MCC featherweight champion Josh “Bam Bam” Henry did not settle for a lesser opponent when he made his return to the cage. Instead he agreed to face the gritty, in your face scrapper, Tom “To the Top” Ahrens. Henry wrote on his Facebook account prior to the fight that he was excited to let his hands go in this fight. Henry, who has a Tae Kwon Do pedigree has found most of his success by taking his opponents to the ground and pounding them into submission.

Once the bout got underway the two exchanged a series of punches, kicks and knees, but it was Henry who initiated the ground game. From the bottom Ahrens attempted a few different submission, but Henry was able to power out every time.

Ahrens hung tough throughout the first and second round.

However, once Henry was able to work himself into a dominant position, securing the back of Ahrens, he was able to sink in the choke forcing the tap. Clearly frustrated, Ahrens, being the good sport raised his opponents arm in victory. Henry, after thanking his camp and fight fans, campaigned for a match up with UFC vet Ryan Roberts who was slated to fight in the co-main event later in the night.

Laramie Shaffer vs. Will Shutt

Since the bantamweight belt has been recently vacated, this fight was essentially to crown the king of the division, but with little time to prepare for a five round title fight, this bout was officially scheduled for three- five minute rounds to decide the number one contender.

The bout did not disappoint.

Shaffer and Shutt have both had their fair share of ups and downs in the cage, so both fighters put in extra work throughout this training camp.

Again, they did not disappoint.

Neither fighter ever looked better. Shaffer, the better wrestler was able to control the action on the ground, but for once, he did not rely sole on his grappling abilities as he welcomed the stand up exchange. Shutt, who has proven he has devastating power in both hands and legs alike was comfortable on his back! Mixed martial arts, anyone?

The fight, going into the third was dangerously close. Both fighters went for broke. Shutt tried to take Shaffers head off with punches, and when the fight went to the ground, Shaffer tried to rip Shutt’s head off with a choke.

In the end the judges saw the bout as a draw. The crowd saw an amazing display of skills from both and MCC officials saw enough to warrant a rematch later this year- this time, it will officially be for the title. Stay tuned!

Van Meer vs. Green

The next bout pitted two former middleweight champions against each other. Mike Van Meer, the uber-experienced former champ asked for a rematch against the man who stole his belt from him three years ago; Brian “Smokin” Green.

With both fighters coming off losses in their last MCC appearances, it was a must win situation for both.

Looking at their records, each on of these guys have fought the who’s who in the sport. If you look at every Midwestern fighter in the welterweight or middleweight division that has made their way to the UFC or Strikeforce, you can rest assured that one of these guys have fought them. With well over one hundred fights between the two of them, this bout was truly a display of MMA past and present.

Green, who is a college student and gym owner wanted to put on a new display of skills for fight fans and students alike. Attempting to erase the slam-knockout from the memories of anyone who saw that bout, Green said that he wanted to put on a performance that conveyed he still had it and he’d be champ again someday. He stated that he wanted, more than anything, to get a knock out of his own.

Van Meer, the more reserved of the two did not make any predictions other than saying he has become a different fighters over the past three years.

And the fight was great!

Green gave his best effort to throw everything and the kitchen sink, including a jump kick off the fence ala former WEC champion Anthony “Showtime” Pettis. Van Meer fared well on his feet, but found most of his success taking Green to the mat almost at will.

Judges had Van Meer up on the scorecards two rounds to none going into the third and final round. When Van Meer got Green to the ground it appeared as if “Mini Van” may have rolled his way to a decision victory. Green however, is never one to be counted out. As Van Meer got lazy and left an arm dangling, Green transitioned from kimura to arm bar. As Van Meer attempted to power out of the submission attempt, Green was able to arch his back and secure the lock. Van Meer was forced to tap or have his arm snapped.

Following the victory commencement, Mike Van Meer addressed the crowd to thank his fans and MCC for all of the fights and memories throughout the years before he announced taking time away from the sport to get his weight in tact, possibly retiring.

Ryan Roberts vs. Rick Glenn

In the co-main event of the evening, UFC veteran Ryan “Are You Ready” Roberts challenged the current MCC featherweight champion, Rick ” The Gladiator” Glenn for his belt. Glenn, who owns a pair of wins over Josh Henry as well as wins over Joe Morris and MCC lightweight champ Johnny “Hollywood” Case has been virtually unstoppable over the last two years. Roberts who has been racking up several wins since his lone UFC appearance, was looking for the win to put him over the top and back on the radar of a national event.

The bout was scheduled for five- five minute rounds, and although it went the distance, the fight, from start to finish can be summed up in one sentence: Roberts punched and circled while Glenn stalked and punched.

Round one looked like round four. Round three looked like rounds two and five. There was, however, one takedown initiated by Roberts, and Glenn was able to open up a pretty nasty cut above the right eye of Roberts.

Other than that, the bout was pretty even! And that’s where problems arise….

Whether you’re watching a regional show or the superbowl of mixed martial arts; the UFC, the issue remains the same. If you leave the fight up to the judges to decide you are spinning the dice. You never know what they score more; damage, control, takedowns, striking, etc. It’s a problem throughout the sport.

In the end the bout was ruled a draw. Glenn retains the belt and is still the MCC featherweight champion.

It was a bittersweet ending to a fast paced, well displayed skills fight.

Poling vs. Lund

The main event of the evening put MCC light heavyweight champion, Jesse Lund, in front of his first opponent since winning the title four months ago. Eric Poling, a 12-6 fighter from Illinois made his MCC debut in an attempt to dethrone the champion.

It was not likely to happen according to pre-fight banter from the champ. Lund called it as he saw it.

“Poling is okay at best. I’ve watched a couple of his fights, but he is cocky and does not have the skills to back up his talk. If he thinks he’s going to come into my house and take my belt away he’s got another thing coming. When he steps in the cage he’s going to get beat up quick.”

Being a man of his word, Lund’s game plan was simple; make him miss, make him pay, and if given the opportunity, punish him until he quits.

And, that’s pretty much what happened.

Poling looked to land strikes, using his reach advantage, but Lund was able to close the distance following a brief exchange. Once inside, Lund literally rag-dolled is opponent to the ground and unleashed one of the most brutal elbow assaults in MMA history. He would have given Tito Ortiz a run back when Tito was the king of elbows!

After splitting Poling’s dome open like a melon the referee had watched enough and graciously saved Poling from any additional damage.

Following the bout Poling stated, “This was probably the worst ass whipping I’ve ever gotten. It kind of makes a guy wonder if he’s got what it takes to belong in this sport. I’m going to take some time to reflect, but this is probably the last time I will step back in the cage. This fight kind of knocked some reality into me.”

Lund improves his record to 11-3 and marks his fifth consecutive win. As promised, the belt goes home to Greenfield, Iowa.

With another great night of fights in the books, the next event has already been announced. Nutrishop presents, MCC 36: “Back in Action”. Set for Friday, September 23 at Hy Vee Hall tickets for the event will be available within the next two weeks. The evening will feather a main event with former champ and two-time UFC veteran Joe “The Southside Strangler” Brammer as well as popular fighters Ronnie “Warfrog” Britt, Josh “Bull” Christensen and fast rising star, Luis Saldana. Visit www.MidwestCageChampionship.com for more information.

MCC 35 Quick Results

Ryan Fitzgerald v RJ Harris – Harris by KO

Donte Harris v Johnny Wentland – Harris by RNC

Sean Frank v Chris Fannon – Fannon by KO

Mike Owens v Nate Hausen – Hausen by KO

Frankie Osborn v Henry Meza – Osborn by KO

Tanner McClure v Isaac Adamson – Adamson by TKO

Tom Ahrens v Josh Henry – Henry by RNC

Laramie Shaffer v Will Shutt – 3 round Draw

Mike VanMeer v Brian Green – Green by Armbar

Ryan Roberts v Rick Glenn – 5 round draw

Eric Poling v Jesse Lund – Lund Rd 1 1:25 TKO

Chris Fannon

Shaffer vs Shutt

Roberts vs Glenn

Jesse Lund

Jesse Lund

With belt on the line, Lund plans on keeping the hardware in Greenfield

MCC’s light heavyweight champion, Jess Lund is ready to go to war with Eric Poling. He’s trained harder than ever, splitting up time between Henry’s Martial Arts, Precision Combat Training, and Des Moines Jiu Jitsu Academy. He’s in tremendous shape, both physically and mentally. And, if necessary, he can put in work for five full rounds.

Of course, he does not think he’ll need to do that.

“I train my ass off, and I’m definitely getting better every day. I know I have the cardio and stamina to last, but I just don’t see this guy being able to handle me for very long. It may be scheduled for five rounds, but I don’t see this one going to deep into the fight. This is my first title defense, and defending and keeping the belt is the one and only game plan.”

Lund blasted through UFC veteran, Tyrone Roberts at MCC 33 to capture the vacant belt. It took Lund just over three minutes. Although the battle was brief, there was still a lesson to be learned.

“I was very prepared for that fight with Roberts. I knew he was very tough and he was on a win streak, so I knew he would be confident. I don’t care how long the fight actually lasted, I could have went the distance. I would rather over compensate than under, because once your in there, there is no going back to the drawing board.”

When Lund meets Poling at MCC 35 he will have the chance to prove his words.

Poling, a mixed martial artist from Eastern Iowa, opened his professional career with a four-fight win streak including a knock out win over preofessional boxer, Josh Gutcher. Now, with an impressive 10-4 record and riding a 24 second TKO win in February, Poling looks to capture his first championship title.

MCC officials commented, “We’ve said it before and I’m sure we’ll say it again- Jesse Lund is, in fact, Mr. Comeback. He takes a beating for the first round, then remembers he’s in a fight and comes back for the win. Lund will need to be on his game Friday night though. Eric Poling has a lot of experience against tough guys, so if Lund doesn’t execute from the opening bell, he may not have a chance to come back and put Poling away. I think it makes for a great main event.”

If Lund successfully defends his title, that will put him on a four fight win streak since being submitted by former champ and two-time Bellator veteran, Demetrius “D-Mo” Richards back in November 2009. The win would put his record at 10-2 and put him on the radar of national shows.

It’s a long way away from training with one or two guys at Theresa’s School of Dance; the studio that his wife owns which used to serve as a makeshift MMA gym when needed, but Lund is loving the ride.

“It’s a great sport, and I’ve met some really good people while competing and training. Plus, my family and all of my fans have been so supportive. It’s really been awesome over the past several years. I can’t wait to see what the future holds.”

The future begins Friday night!

Nutrishop presents MCC 35: “Brawl at the Hall”, Friday, August 5 at Hy Vee Hall, downtown Des Moines, Iowa. Tickets are available at www.MidwestCageChampionship.com, by phone at 515-563-8300 and at all Dahl’s Food Store ticket outlets. For more information on this card as well as all upcoming events including fighter interviews, blogs and video’s, check out the web site.

Light Heavyweight Champion Jesse Lund

Lund puts belt on the line, looks to impress at MCC 35

Jesse Lund (9-2) is set to take on Eric Poling in the main event of MCC 35: “Brawl at the Hall” on August 5. Lund, who is riding a three fight win streak, including a first round victory over UFC veteran Tyrone Roberts, who coincidentally, he defeated to capture the MCC light heavyweight championship.

Prior to his recent run, Lund dropped a bout to MCC’s former champion, Demetrius “D-Mo” Richards before he departed for a chance in ESPN’s Bellator Fighting Championship. Leading up to that, Lund’s previous six wins came by stoppage or submission either in the first or second round.

Polling (12-5), on the other hand, is coming off an impressive 24 second TKO victory over Anthony White, and like Lund, has been able to end all of his fights but one in the first or second round.

MCC officials commented, “Ideally we would love championship fights to be five round knock down, drag out wars, but if you have two guys that are willing to go toe to toe until the other on drops, you’re just not going to see that for five rounds. Nonetheless, whether it’s three minutes or twelve minutes, the fans are going to get one Hell of a show.”

And making exciting fights is what makes both Lund and Poling tailor made for each other.

Jesse Lund feels the same way. Splitting time throughout his camp at Des Moines Jiu Jitsu Academy, Precision Combat Training and Henry’s Martial Arts, Lund is already in great shape and feels he is getting better everyday.

He stated, “I’m always happy to get in there and give the fans what they want, but in the end, the belt is coming right back to Greenfield with me. I’ve busted my ass to get the belt, and I’m not going to give it up easily. I’m looking to go in there and simply dominate”

Lund, who is sometimes known as a slow starter who will spend a good portion of the first round taking damage before coming back to dominate says that’s just his style. On the other hand, he’s fine with that too.

“It’s a fight so nine out of ten times you’re going to get busted up. Sometimes I need to get punched in the face (a few times) to remember I’m in a fight. After that I’m on auto pilot and just do what I’ve trained to do.”

If given the chance, Poling will certainly take full advantage of these opportunities as he’s not one to shy away from putting his opponents to sleep. Making his MCC debut in a main event title fight always bears the burden of performing to a certain level, but a win over Jesse Lund would certainly give his career the boost he’s looking for.

Nutrishop presents, MCC 35: “Brawl at the Hall”, Friday, August 5 at Hy Vee Hall, downtown, Des Moines, Iowa. Tickets are available on-line at www.MidwestCageChampionship.com, by phone at 515-564-8300 and at all Dahl’s Food Store ticket outlets. For more information on this card, including fighter interviews, blogs, and video’s, check out the web site.

MCC 35 - Aug 5th - Hy Vee Hall

The Midwest’s Top promotion has scheduled its next event for Friday, August 5 at Hy Vee Hall for MCC 35: “Brawl at the Hall.”

The main event will feature light heavyweight title holder, Jesse Lund, as he faces Eric Poling in a championship bout scheduled for five rounds. This marks the first title defense for Lund since winning his belt at MCC 33 when he defeated UFC veteran, Tyrone Roberts in the first round.

Also on tap is another title bout between featherweight champion, Rick “The Gladiator” Glenn and UFC Ryan “Are you Ready” Roberts.

This will be Glenn’s second title defense after a pair of wins over former champ, Josh “Bam Bam” Henry.

Roberts, the former UFC competitor is riding a multi-fight win streak and will look for a win over Glenn to put him back on the radar of the big show.

Two former middleweight champions collide in a non-title rematch. Brian Green has agreed to face Mike “Mini Van” Van Meer. Green defeated Van Meer to capture the title before losing to UFC bound Joe “The Doctor” Vedepo.

Green and Van Meer recently competed losing bouts to Calley Kruger and Ben Crowder respectively. Both former champs look to get back in the win column as they look to move back up the middleweight ladder.

Speaking of former title holders, Will Shutt has agreed to face Laramie Shaffer in a bantamweight bout, and Josh “Bam Bam” Henry will go toe to toe with Tom Ahrens in a battle of featherweight contenders.

More bouts will be announced in the upcoming weeks.

Tickets for MCC 35 are available on-line at www.MidwestCageChampionship.com, by phone at 515-564-8000, Wells Fargo Arena Box office and at all Dahl’s Food Store ticket outlets. For more information on this card including fighter interviews, blogs and video’s, check out the web site.

Jesse Lund

Johnny Case

MCC 33: Two new champions crowned, three former champions defeated!

If you were a betting man, on mixed martial arts anyway, chances are you would have lost the farm last night at MCC 33: “Lund vs. Roberts.” Normally, when odds maker rate fights, nine out of ten times a fighter who once held a championship title are highly regarded and they become the odds on favorite to win.

Ben Crowder, Calley Kruger and Billl Kamery heard that message loud and clear. They weren’t buying into it though.

It took less than two minutes in the opening frame for Ben “Quicksand” Crowder to dismantle the former MCC Middleweight Champion, Mike “Mini Van” Van Meer with a barrage of knees and perfectly timed punches. From the beginning of the fight Van Meer looked like a different fighter; refocused and a lot more energized as he used in and out footwork and angles to attemt to get on the inside of the hard hitting brawler’s right hand. Crowder, on the other hand, patiently stalked his prey and waited for the right time to attack. And like a lion going after a gazelle it looked pretty much just like that. It was fast, fuirous and devastating.

Immediately following their bout, Crowder reposefully asked for a match against another former champion, Victor “Superman” Moreno. This potential barn burner has been brewing for the past couple years. Look for these two to meet inside the MCC cage in an upcoming event to be announced.

Speaking of former champions, Brian “Smokin” Green made his long awaited return back into the cage following two shoulder surgeries, one year of college, and the upstart of a new MMA gym in Springfield, Missouri. The popular middleweight faced MCC newcomer, Calley Kruger in a scheduled three round bout.

Green, hoping to use both of his newly rehabbed arms was excited to keep the bout standing, but Kruger had other plans quickly taking Green to the canvas. Running off instinct, Green, who is well known for his submissions went to work attempting to lock up a triangle choke. As it appeared to be getting tight, Kruger picked Green up and slammed him to the mat…twice! The first one only appeared to help cinch in the choke, however the second slam was all it took to put the former champ out. Kruger followed up with a couple shots to the chin for good measure.

Just like that, it was over. Heartbroken, obviously, Green is already talking about an early Summer return back to the cage alongside some of the new prospects from his camp. Tough break, champ!

Will Shutt, the former MCC Featherweight Champion, recently announced his drop to the popular bantamweight division in an effort to rally for a fight against title holder, Zak “The Maniac” Laird. First though, he had to get by former contender, Bill Kamery; a fighter who seemed to be cursed by the Midwest’s most popular promotion. Both of his losses have come at the hands of MCC fighters Josh “Bam Bam” Henry and Zak “The Maniac” Laird.

Shutt looked to be in fantastic shape as he made the 135 lb. weight class limit without any problems. Holding titles in both the lightweight and featherweight divisions he looked well on his way to quite possibly collecting another belt down the road.

Again, his opponent had other plans!

A former Golden Gloves champion, Kamery packs a lot of power into his punches and he knows how to throw them. Without the boxing credentials, the same could be said for Will Shutt. With that said, the crowd thought we might get to see a few minutes of professional rock ‘em sock ‘em robots in the center of the ring.

With his right hand cocked back and ready for action, Kamery waited for Shutt to close the distance, and on a mis-timed shot, Kamery hopped on Shutt’s back like a spider monkey and choked the former champion until he tapped out.

With a smile on his face, Kamery said that there is only one fight that he can think of the makes sense; a rematch with his former teammate and MCC Bantamweight Champion, Zak Laird.

In the co-main event, weeks and weeks of hype and trash talk came to a head once Lonnie Scriven and Johnny “Hollywood” Case stepped inside the cage.

While Scriven campaigned for a twenty five minute war in which he would exit bloody, hurting, but victorious didn’t get his wish. Case had no intentions of turning their fight into a battle- he just wanted to knock Scriven out.

And that he did!

It only took one exchange before “Hollywood” scored yet another highlight knock out sending Scriven flat on his back in just eighteen seconds. The crowd went nuts as Case let out a smile of relief.

But that’s not all! Case, who lost a controversial match for featherweight champ, Rick “Gladiator” Glenn before the champ dropped weight classes, immediately asked for the fight and agreed to put his brand new belt on the line in doing so! Glenn, who was in attendance supporting the teammate that Case just put to sleep, stepped in the cage, and said he would gladly give him a rematch.

Things are definitely getting exciting around here!

The night concluded with another title bout, this one for the vacant MCC Light Heavyweight Championship title.

Former UFC veteran, Tyrone Roberts, riding a six fight win streak stepped in to face on the toughest in the Midwest; Jesse Lund. As we’ve said time and time again, if you have never had the chance to watch Jesse Lund fight you’re missing out. This warrior exemplifies was mixed martial arts is all about; heart, skill, and perseverance. With that said, his game plan is usually the same; go in, get his ass kicked for five minutes, get bloodied up, and then realize the fight started and it’s time to kick this guys ass!

No, really!

Well, the game plan changed this time. Lund was in full on beast mode and right off the bat he peppered the veteran fight with leg kicks. For the folks at home who have (fortunately) not experienced a leg kick from Jesse Lund, you can re-create it- just grab a Louisville Slugger aluminum bat and have the person next to you wind up and whack you in the thigh as hard as they can- twice. There….that hurts, doesn’t it?

All right, back to the fight.

Roberts looked to close the distance by putting Lund against the cage, but Lund was ready as he delivered knees to the midsection of Roberts before pushing off and circling out and away. This exchange took place a few times before another knee sent Tyrone Roberts crumbling to the mat in agony with what appeared to be a knee to the groin.

After watching the replay several times it looked more like the lower abdomen was the target. Nonetheless, Roberts did not even take his full five minute recovery time before waiving off the bout and telling referee Thomas Mastin that he did not want to continue.

This was not necessarily the way Lund wanted to win but a tap out, verbal or physical, is still a win in my book.

Jesse Lund is the new MCC Light Heavyweight champion!

Other highlights of the night included another win from “The Warfrog” Ronnie Britt, who submitted his opponent with a north south choke after taking a nasty punch which gashed his face open. Also, Johnny “Bananas” Wentland got a little revenge from an opponent that beat him a couple years ago, Jordan “Boobie” Webb. Brian Sykes scored a TKO victory over Bryan Alden with ten brutal jackhammers to the dome, while Chad Vandermark advanced his win streak submitting Justin Meador in the second round by standing guillotine choek. Joe Morris proved that he was back and ready to move up the ladder as he welcomed Chris “The Religion” Perez-Van Dam back to the cage with a quick but brutal beating. Finally, Brach Amos, an MCC newcomer who litterally took his fight on two hour notice submitted Tyler Easter in the fight of the night.

What a great night of action! The house was jam packed and Mindrite was rocking the crowd with live music. If you missed MCC 33 live, make sure to check out the replay on Medicom Channel 22.

MCC brass is already underway working on the next event, so fight fans can stay up to date by logging onto www.MidwestCageChampionship.com for more information.

Quick Results:

1)    Johnny Wentland  v  Jordan Webb – Wentland by Triangle

2)    Bryan Alden     VS   Brian Sykes  – Sykes by TKO punches

3)    Justin Meador   VS   Chad Vandermark – Vandermark by Guillotine choke

4)     Tyler Easter   VS  Brock Amos  - Amos by RNC

5)    Chris Perez  VS   Joe Morris – Morris by KO

6)    Jon Kennedy  VS   Ronnie Britt – Britt by Tapout North South Choke

7)    Ben Crowder  VS  Mike Van Meer – Crowder by Tapout strike

8)    Calley Kruger   VS  Brian Green  – Kruger by KO

9)    Bill Kamery   VS   Will Shutt  – Kamery by Standin RNC

10) Lonnie Scriven   VS   Johnny Case – Case by KO

11) Tyrone Roberts  VS  Jesse Lund  – Lund by Verbal Tapout

Chad Vandermark vs Justin Meador

Ronnie Britt

Jesse Lund