“We kept handing each other compliments despite it being illegal.” Fightcross teammates Pagan Blight and Nynne Nielsen weren’t going to let a communication rule get in their way last month when the two competed against each other at Grappling Industries.
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How Are You?
‘I could never have done this before I started MMA,’ ‘I could never have talked about myself in a setting like this . . . no way,’ ‘I could hardly have a conversation,’ He looks me square in the eye. I can’t help but do the same. There’s not much he says that lacks weight. […]
To Fight Or Not To Fight?
Shakespeare’s timeless quote, ‘to be or not to be’, carries deep philosophical meaning; so too can the reasons for fighting. On Saturday night, I participated in an amateur boxing fight. Friends, family, family friends, all questioned me, “Why?” I had my justifications; many loose thoughts. I’d read Jonathan Gottschall’s, The Professor in the Cage: Why […]
Aftershock 14.2
Josh Southern wins the main event at Aftershock 14.2 with Matt Tana winning KO of The Night as well as Fight Of The Night honours. Corey, Malliree and Alex didn’t get the win, but displayed impressive skills and we couldn’t be more proud of them! Thanks to everyone who supported them on their journey and […]
Colts at JMMAL5
What a great day at JMMAL5. The Fightcross Colts showed great heart and talent in the arena. Harley, Jayden and Josh represented Fightcross with great sportsmanship. Unfortunately we didn't come with the wins but we can't wait to see more from them!
Aftershock 14.1 Results
Great performance by Aaron with his rear naked choke in the first round at Aftershock 14.1. Congratulations to Zach and Cristian who also won their bouts. Great work from Alex, Ray, James and Steve who all performed exceptionally. Unfortunately even though they lost, they put on a great fight. Thanks to the coaches, cornermen, training partners, […]
A Draw at Eternal IV
Aaron Mahon represented Fightcross MMA | KOMA at Eternal IV in Coolangatta. Atfer a three rounds the judges scored it a majority decision. Aaron performaned impressively and we have nothing to take from the opponent. Congratulations to both Aaron and his opponent. Great work Aaron!
UCU2 Results
The Fightcross team travelled over the weekend to Emerald's sophomore MMA event UCU2. Huynh won his fight via rear naked choke in the second round after a dominating first round. Unfortunately Kleanthis lost via TKO but put up a war. Josh won the UCU2 amateur featherweight belt after three rounds of war. The Fightcross team […]
Ben Nguyen at Nitro 11
Ben Nguyen takes on the Jackal at Nitro 11 for the Bantamweight title on March 8th. Ben looks forward to putting on amazing fight and taking that belt from the current champ! Tickets avialable through Fightcross MMA. Just see any of the staff at administration and get yours now.
Dane wins at Fightworld Cup 16!
Dane wins in the second round via arm bar submission after a very dominant first round. Opponent had to give up via verbal tap out. Check over here for more photos!