Tough talk, tougher guys; Crowder vs. Young has potential for greatness When it comes to combat sports, whether it be boxing or mixed martial arts, fighters often draw their motivation from a couple different sources. Some are fueled by the deep seeded desire for the oldest form of competition; mano y mano. Others just want [...]

Glenn Defends Title, Williams Grinds His Way to the Championship Some fighters simply have that one hurdle they cannot make it over; a sort of kryptonite to their super powers. For Josh Henry, it’s Rick Glenn. At MCC 32: “Bad Blood”, the current Featherweight Champion, Rick “The Gladiator” Glenn, once again, bested Josh “Bam Bam” [...]

MCC 32: “Bad Blood” Main Card Fight Breakdown This Saturday night, MCC returns to Hy Vee Hall as Nutrishop presents, MCC 32: “Bad Blood”. The night features a rematch with two of the Midwest’s top featherweight prospects; former champ, Josh “Bam Bam” Henry and current title holder, Rick “The Gladiator” Glenn as well as a [...]

MCC Adds Flyweight Division, Four Men Set to Fight for Title At MCC 32: “Bad Blood”, the Midwest’s most popular mixed martial arts promotion will add yet another champion to their already impressive roster. This time, the newly added flyweight division will host a one night, four man tournament to crown the victor. The four [...]

MCC Sets March Date, Adds Flyweight Tournament The Midwest’s most popular mixed martial arts promotion returns to Hy Vee Hall in downtown Des Moines on March 5 for MCC 32: “Bad Blood”. The card boasts a night chock full of talent ranging from young up and comers to big show veterans. From top to bottom, [...]

MCC Trials III October 10, 2009 Midwest Cage Championship held it’s third amateur MMA event to seek out the next big name in the fight game, and several fighters showed up to earn their shot for a spot on the MCC roster.  MCC co-owner, Ryan Hass noted, “When we were putting the event together we [...]