American University writing professor Nancy Kidder has a great class that discusses Writing and Fighting. On Monday, I was a guest speaker for the class along with Trent Reinsmith. We discussed UFC 249 and the particular issues we had with the return of MMA in the midst of a pandemic. I also chime in with […]
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UFC athletes to be given COVID-19 tests
UFC athletes participating this Saturday will be tested for COVID-19 according to an emailed letter obtained by MMA Junkie. The information comes to athletes as most are traveling to Florida. Prior to the information provided on Monday, there was not a word as to whether athletes would be tested which would lead one to believe […]
Ringside Physician group issues statement on COVID-19
In a statement issued on Saturday the Association of Ringside Physicians amended its stance on combat sports. Previously, the ARP had cautioned against combat sports occurring in light of COVID-19. On Saturday, the association released the following statement: Although it is impossible to eliminate all risk associated with COVID-19, precautions can be made to reduce […]
Will there be enough safety measures in place for the UFC events in Florida?
According to an email sent to fighters obtained by MMA Junkie, the UFC has implemented a protocol to help with fighter and coaches safety at the upcoming cards in Jacksonville, Florida. These measures include that only UFC staff members, on-card fighters and their licensed corner people will be allowed on site. This means that no […]
Endeavor looks to raise $250M to keep afloat, looks to Silver Lake for help
UFC parent company Endeavor is looking to raise $250 million to offset the impact the coronavirus has had on its business per the New York Post. The company is looking at private equity firm Silver Lake for help. Silver Lake owns a 42% stake in the business already and will be looking to other institutions […]