Internet retailer MMA Warehouse received a major financial boost when PAG Capital Partners made a major equity investment in the online apparel company Thursday. Via PAG Capital Partners press release (h/t Robert Joyner on twitter): MMA Warehouse, LLC is a leading internet retailer specializing in selling a wide selection of mixed martial arts gear, apparel and accessories. […]
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Silver Star addresses controversial t-shirt design
T-Shirt manufacturer Silver Star had to respond to questions about one of its shirts as the design was similar to a Nazi symbol. The controversy came up when Clay Guida wore the shirt during an interview. Although Guida defended Silver Star in stating that the designers did not know of the perceived Nazi affiliation, the company pulled the […]
UFC Sponsorship Policies Hurting Fighters?
Jonathan Snowden of BloodyElbow has written an interesting sponsorship piece that argues the combination of the UFC’s sponsorship policies and the bad economy are hurting the fighters. He also suggests that this confluence of factors has perpetuated the fight camp issue over the last year. As the UFC continues to record record profits at events around the world, […]
GSP v. Koscheck: T-Shirt Edition
Before they enter the octagon at UFC 124, pay attention to the walk out of Georges St. Pierre and Josh Koscheck as they will be wearing t-shirts of their respective sponsors: Affliction and Dethrone. The GSP shirt is touted as a limited edition Affliction shirt with only 500 made. With a price point of $57.99, […]
The UFC’s Roadmap in China: Short-Term
Several weeks ago MMAPayout.com engaged in a discussion regarding the UFC’s three biggest challenges to entering the Chinese market: battling Chinese conservatism; generating material revenue; and, remaining patient in the short-term with an eye on the promising long-term. We’ll advance that discussion today, by focusing on a potential short-term roadmap to success for the UFC […]