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- Pacquiao Needs to 'Step Up' to MayweatherBob Arum is avoiding the Mayweather fight, Manny needs to assert himself and demand the fight.
- Controversy in the Nation's CapitalRecap of the light welterweight title fight from Saturday night.
- Boxing Fight Schedule for Dec. 3The boxing schedule for Dec. 3 has multiple fights in several divisions. Although most fans will be concentrating on Miguel Cotto and Antonio Margarito, there are other fights scheduled for the same day at different times.
- Five Reasons the Pacquaio- Marquez III Decision was Not a SurpriseThe Manny Pacquaio and Juan Manuel Lopez trilogy fight brought much controversy and excitement, but this article explains the reasons why the decision outcome was not a surprise.
- Gorilla Justice - the Fight ClubA 1000-pound gorilla -- not 800-pound, but 1000-pound gorilla -- or more appropriately a $70 billion gorilla, the amount reported to be spent by governments on incarceration costs. -“You can't fight me. I'm stronger than you.
'Warrior' Remains a Solid Addition to the Fighting Genre'Warrior' is the latest addition to the fighting genre of action movies. While it is not up to the level of 2010s 'The Fighter,' the latest fight movie retains the spirit of the best movies of the genre.- The Fighter Has a Deeper MeaningMore than just a boxing movie. The Fighter was the best movie I watched in 2011 and I am still talking about it!
Is the Ronda Rousey Vs. Sarah D'Alelio Tapout Controversy Really a Big Deal?Known to be controversial in the past, MMA Referee Steve Mazzagatti called an end to the Ronda Rousey vs. Sarah D'Alelio fight via tapout. But what do the MMA Unified Rules of Conduct say about the call, and was he right in stopping the fight as he did?
Boxing History: Muhammad Ali is Knocked Down by Joe Frazier, March 8, 1971Muhammad Ali would rank high on any boxing expert's list of the greatest fighters of all time. But even the best are not flawless. Ali was knocked down four times in his career, including by Joe Frazier in 1971. Each knockdown carries with it a story.- A Last Hurrah for the Fighting QuakerA short biography of Revolutionary Era general Nathanael Greene with in-text, parenthetical citations.
- Bad Judging in MMAMy opinion on the latest judging decisions in UFC 131
Helmar and Rochnia: The Incident at Alpha MoonTwo planets orbit a planetary body they call Alpha Moon which holds great gravitational forces. Will the two sides work together to heal the coming crisis or will one side cause a collision that could cost millions of lives.
Pacquiao Ready for Next Fight...Mayweather Ready to Go to Jail to Avoid the FightAfter what could be called a disappointing victory over Shane Mosley because of the lack of an actual fight happening due to Mosley's reluctance to get knocked out and fight like a man. And also the apparently friendly touching of gloves before each roun- In 'The Fighter,' Family Turmoil Makes for Shakespearean Drama on the StreetsPowerful performances and an authentic setting combine to make "The Fighter" a classic.
Film Review: The FighterThe Fighter combines all the right elements to tell a worthy story, and the great cast deserves credit for making it a real winner.- Klitschko Retains Title but the Fight Ends Disappointingly!!Vitali Klitschko retains his title from Odianier Solis but the fight wasn't what people would have predicted it would have been. Read my views on the match and what happened.
- UFC FIght Card Electrifies Kentucky Crowd, Ends in ControversyDiego Sanchez and Martin Kampmann headlined the event that included an alum of "The Ultimate Fighter" and former WEC Champion Brian Bowles.
- The Juicy Showa funny comedy about idiots in a juice bar
83rd Annual Academy Awards ResultsThese are the results of the 83rd annual Academy Awards.
The Fighter Review: the Best Fights Finish with Everyone StandingA review of the 2010 film The Fighter starring Mark Wahlberg, Christian Bale, and Amy Adams along with a look at it's 2011 Academy Award nominations.- MMA Fights You Need to SeeAlthough the sport is fairly new, there have been some memorable moments in the ring and cage. Here are a dozen fights every MMA fan should see.
- Erica McDermott on the Ellie Fund,Oscar Night, and the FighterI spoke with Erica McDermott from the movie "The Fighter" see how she went from a nurse to an actress in one of the biggest movies of the year and how the Ellie Fund and the MOMologues tied it all together.
- Film Review: "The Fighter"A review of the powerful boxing film "The Fighter," starring Mark Wahlberg as Micky Ward, Christian Bale as Dicky Eklund, as well as Amy Adams and Melissa Leo.
Fights We'd like to See in 2011, Pt. IHere are five potential MMA match ups that we would like to see in 2011.
Tito Ortiz Vs Antonio Rogerio Nogueira on March 26thTito Ortiz will face off against Antonio Rogerio Nogueira. The fight will take place on march 26th.- The Fighter Movie Review (2010)This is a review of the film The Fighter starring Mark Wahlberg & Christan Bale
- Oscar 2011 Nominations: "And the Nominees Are..."Tune in live February 27th to see the 83rd Academy Awards hosted by James Franco and Anne Hathaway.
MMA Fights Return to Poplar, MontanaOnce again MMA Amatuer fights were successfully held on the Fort Peck Reservation.- "The King's Speech" and "The Fighter" Top Screen Actors Guild AwardsThe SAG Awards featured noted Oscar contenders, and HBO earned recognition for its original movies and series.
- Christian Bale Won 2011 SAG Award for Best Male Supporting Actor in "The Fighter"Christian Bale was the winner of the 2011 SAG award for best male supporting actors due to his work on "The Fighter."
- Academy Award Nominees for 2011It's another year. It's another chance for great films to claim the top prize. It's another year for great snubs by the Academy voters.
'The Fighter' Continues Academy Award Dominance for Boxing-Themed FilmsWhether or not "The Fighter" takes home gold at the 83rd Annual Academy Awards on Feb. 27, 2011, remains to be seen, but this movie helps continue the trend that many other boxing movies created before it.- Oscar Nominations and Nominees for the Academy Awards 2011Who was nominated? Did your favorite movie make the list? Is the Academy in touch with what you love about the movies?
The Fight for Air Climb Will Be a Great Winter Event for AthletesThe Fight for Air Climb will take place in February for the first time in Columbus. It will be a great way for athletes to get some training in during the winter months.
Alexander-Bradley is the Fight to Inspire Us AllThis is what boxing is all about. A true sport, an unadulterated match-up and an extremely tight competition that no Nostradamus would dare predict its outcome.
Actors and Actresses Honored at the 2011 Golden Globe AwardsGathering together to honor the year's best in cinema, the 68th Annual Golden Globe Awards winners have officially been named.- 2011 Critics Choice Awards Winners: "The Social Network," "The Fighter," Now Oscar FavoritesThe 2011 Critics Choice Awards, which had bestowed an amazing 11 nominations on the remake of the John Wayne classic "True Grit," ended the night friending "The Social Network" as Best Picture for 2010. But the buzz by the end of the night...
- Review of the Fight: Lights Out for Playstation MoveA unique 1:1 motion tracking fighting game. Utilizes the use of the Playstation Eye and Playstation Move. IMPORTANT: two motion controllers required per player. Great game to get in shape with.
- Jersey Shore, Season 3, Episode 2 RecapThis week delivers a Sam and Ron fight (shocker), a stalking grenade, a sharing is caring tiff, and a piece of hair on the floor.
- The Fighter Movie ReviewIf you have a chance to see The Fighter - don't. Simply send me the ten dollars for a ticket and I will flush it down the toilet for you.
