I just read an article, The fate of mixed martial arts bill uncertain, and was troubled by Assemblyman Englebright’s (the bill’s sponsor and Chair of the Tourism, Parks, Arts and Sports Development Committee where the bill originates in the Assembly) comments because they are telling and signify the bigger issue with legalization here in New […]
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Cablevision offers MMA channel
The Sports Business Journal reports that Cablevision is launching a channel focusing on MMA. Fight Now! will be offered on Cablevision’s sports and entertainment tier beginning May 24th. Cablevision’s sports and entertainment tier is currently in 100,000-130,000 homes. The channel will only be offered on Cablevision for its New York audience. A bit of irony […]
Showtime Networks Acquires MMA Documentary “Fightville”
Pepper & Bones announced today that Showtime Networks Inc. has acquired their latest documentary, FIGHTVILLE, for U.S. exhibition. The premium network closed a deal on the film, directed by Petra Epperlein and Michael Tucker, shortly after its rousing world premiere at the South by Southwest Film Festival in Austin, TX last month. “We are thrilled […]
MMA journalists shut out of Strikeforce event
The media for tonight’s Strikeforce event will have a few less covering it as Zuffa has denied access to several media members for tonight’s fights. Media members were required to fill out an application to receive media access for the Strikeforce event. The application included a set of Professional Journalism Policies. Notably, Loretta Hunt of CBS […]
NYT op-ed calls for legalizing MMA in NY
Saturday’s New York Times features an op-ed calling for the legalization of MMA in New York State. Entitled, “It Only Looks Dangerous,” and written by the editor of Men’s Health, David Zinczenko, he states that he has changed course on his position on MMA and is now a firm supporter of the sport. Coincidentally, this […]