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Getbig Main Boards => Gossip & Opinions => Topic started by: Ron on November 29, 2011, 04:54:58 PM
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Heading to the 2011 World MMA Awards in Las Vegas, and afterwards, the Playboy Club at the Palms. Should be an interesting event.
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The fourth annual Fighters Only World Mixed Martial Arts Awards will close another sensational 12 months of fantastic combat sports action on November 30th, when once again the Palms Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas will roll out the red carpet for the biggest stars in MMA.
The sport’s only major awards ceremony has quickly become an industry highlight as all the MMA action from around the world will be celebrated once again during a live red-carpet event. After yet another tumultuous 12 months inside one of the world’s toughest sports we too are stepping up our game to present the most extravagant awards night to date.
The good, the bad and the damn near ugly from the expanse of Planet MMA will once again reluctantly trade their rash guards and fight shorts for tuxedos and neck-ties to attend the star-studded ceremony. Sponsored for a third year in succession by BodyBuilding.com, the 2011 World MMA Awards promises to take things to a whole new level with extravagant pre and post-ceremony parties, world-class live entertainment, a veritable who’s who line-up of star-studded guests and a sprinkling of featured celebrity and MMA Hall of Fame presenters.
And, the best part is, it’s up to you – the fans – who walks away with each silver statuette. That’s right, once again, all but one award presented on the evening will be the result of a public vote by you the Fighters Only readership.
So will Arianny Celeste win her 'ring girl' award
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And the Official After Party -
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i can't think of anything more 'poseur' than a fighters only awards show, then a party at the playboy mansion.
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Where are the men in thongs ???
.....this is the Most Muscular Awards isn't it ???
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Should be a slow night on Getbig, then.
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RON, the Playboy Club in the Palms is actually pretty small for an after-fight function such as this so I am sure that the Playboy Suite will be open for the overflow and VIP's.
I hope that they realize you are a VIP and let you get inside where the real action will be ocurring.
Please take pictures and don't fail to jump into the 'pool'. It's customary for a bunny or two to be in there.
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Just returned from a brief visit to the Palms and took some photos while the fighters started arriving. Only took a few because I had to head out to another function.
These fighters were great and spent a lot of time with the fans just talking and having their photos taken.
I 'm always impressed by the politeness of MMA fighters and they always seem to really enjoy spending time with anyone who wants a picture taken or simply wants to talk for a couple of minutes.
I don't know how many MMA fans are on this GetBig Board but some of you might enjoy seeing a few of the attendees ... so I'll start posting photos.
I did see Ron sharply dressed and he'll definitely be having a great time tonite ..
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Affliction shirt sales should skyrocket in Vegas this weekend.
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I'll let you MMA fans try to ID them ....
1st Photo: Definitely the most popular fighter this evening. He had a hard time getting through the crowd but he was definitely enjoying the adulation and greeted everyone .
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Affliction shirt sales should skyrocket in Vegas this weekend.
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The fans were great too and the fighters were very well dressed for this occasion.
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I hope that some of you MMA fans can add names to these photos.
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I'll add the ladies ' photos too, but it some of you lady haters make snyde remarks I'll be force to take them down.
Thanks in advance.
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The fighters were really great with the kids.
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1. This fighter should run for President. He was super polite to everyone and took the time to shake hands with one and all.
2. Great guy also. He made sure one and all got their pictures before he left to go into the auditorium.
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TAP OUT guys were super great with the crowd and the kids.
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i'm an MMA fan and I have no idea who 90% of those people are.
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Basile, Yea ... me neither... I think I took some pictures of the clean up crew.
You must know Label, Cruse or the Tap Out Guys or ..... SHIT! maybe I did attend the wrong event.
Nah, cause Ron was there too.
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Anyone notice Rich Gaspari?
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So the party consists of Chael Sonnen and some random people?
@sm: Rich is an athlete and therefore had to attend the event.
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Oh, some of the biggest MMA fighters were there, as well as a ton of other MMA referees, officials, and industry folks. It was a cool night. MMA Awards, dinner at Spagos, Playboy Club.
Took quite a few pics, and Stuntmovie is right, most of the MMA crowd was very respectful.
The event will air December 10th or 11th on Fox.
Arianny Celeste won 2011 Ring Girl of the Year
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here we go
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Dominick Cruz
(http://www.getbig.com/boards/index.php?action=dlattach;topic=403764.0;attach=444415;image)
Ufc's Cutman Jacob "Stitch" Duran
(http://www.getbig.com/boards/index.php?action=dlattach;topic=403764.0;attach=444417;image)
Chael sonnen
(http://www.getbig.com/boards/index.php?action=dlattach;topic=403764.0;attach=444418;image)
UFC ref, Cant remember his name though.
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The swede Alexander gustafsson in the middle
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Joe beltran
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Brandon vera
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Dane Martin kampman
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1. This fighter should run for President. He was super polite to everyone and took the time to shake hands with one and all.
Showed his true color in the house though. A snitch. In every sense of the word. Sabotaged for his own team Constantly until he got busted.
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Good photo, Ron! Sorry I didn't get a chance to stop and chat but I had to get in and get out within the hour.
How was the Playboy Club function?
SPAGO??!! At Caesars????
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So a bunch of no names???
Where's wanderlai, Anderson, rashad, or even rampage?
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SWEDE! I knew you'd come through and start name'n names. YOUR name did come up a couple of times while talking to a couple of these fighters, so they must read this GetBig Board.
Here are some questions for ya:
Why is Doninick Cruz so damn popular? The fans went wild when he came into the room and even with his bodyguard-escort (provide by The Palms security forces) he had a hell of a time getting to the auditorium. But that was mostly due to his own fault because he was kind enough to stop and talk and take photos with everyone who wanted to talk or shot along that long route to the auditorium.
In fact he even motioned for his security escort to hold up and slow down so he could acknowledge everyone. I can now understand why he's a favorite among the fans.
What's his fight record?
"DOC" DURAN was another very polite individual who made himself available among the fans to sign stuff or have his photo taken or just shoot the shit.
DItto "Sonnen" (MC?) as he was all over the place talking to anyone who wanted to say a few words and he waited patiently while I did some camera fixen before finally getting the shot I wanted.
Gustafson was the biggest fighter in the casino and his friend in the white shirt (DOUG) is a Strength Coach to whom I emailed that photo last night and received an immediate "Thanks" back while they were sitting watching the Awards ceremony.
What's the details on the snitch story?
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Oh, some of the biggest MMA fighters were there, as well as a ton of other MMA referees, officials, and industry folks. It was a cool night. MMA Awards, dinner at Spagos, Playboy Club.
Took quite a few pics, and Stuntmovie is right, most of the MMA crowd was very respectful.
The event will air December 10th or 11th on Fox.
Arianny Celeste won 2011 Ring Girl of the Year
All those dudes going after their heroes while Ron knows where the real BJJ is.
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I'm surprised that no one commented on Gene Labell *The Toughest Man Alive* according to Chuck Norris and often talked about when Keith was telling old time stories.
"I always try to let fans get pictures, but it's a terrible burden to bear... being so good looking." - Gene LeBell
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And the guy with the wild hair and his shorter partner are the owners of TAP OUT clothing and were very funny guys and great with the kids in attendance.
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Cheick Kongo won come back fighter of the year.....just sayin.
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Cheick Kongo won come back fighter of the year.....just sayin.
Did you train Check this year Coach??
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Nice to see Laura Dern taking in the festivities.
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SWEDE! I knew you'd come through and start name'n names. YOUR name did come up a couple of times while talking to a couple of these fighters, so they must read this GetBig Board.
Here are some questions for ya:
Why is Doninick Cruz so damn popular? The fans went wild when he came into the room and even with his bodyguard-escort (provide by The Palms security forces) he had a hell of a time getting to the auditorium. But that was mostly due to his own fault because he was kind enough to stop and talk and take photos with everyone who wanted to talk or shot along that long route to the auditorium.
In fact he even motioned for his security escort to hold up and slow down so he could acknowledge everyone. I can now understand why he's a favorite among the fans.
What's his fight record?
"DOC" DURAN was another very polite individual who made himself available among the fans to sign stuff or have his photo taken or just shoot the shit.
DItto "Sonnen" (MC?) as he was all over the place talking to anyone who wanted to say a few words and he waited patiently while I did some camera fixen before finally getting the shot I wanted.
Gustafson was the biggest fighter in the casino and his friend in the white shirt (DOUG) is a Strength Coach to whom I emailed that photo last night and received an immediate "Thanks" back while they were sitting watching the Awards ceremony.
What's the details on the snitch story?
What did you just say? My name came up? how? ;D
Because everyone just realised how fucking good Doninick Cruz is.. And he (acts at least) slightly cocky and backs up every damn word of it. Very exciting style also and the ammount of training Im assuming that fella needs to do to keep up his fighting style for 5 rounds has to be Insane. His record is 19-1 with his only loss coming to Urijah Faber which he beat in the rematch back in july.
Sonnen is hiliarous like No other.
Gustafsson was there sinc ehe was nominated in the European fighter of the year since he beat both te-huna och also beat matt hammil in Devastating fasion (probably retired him) and Will beat Vladimir "The Janitor" Matyushenko at the 30dec card.
But somehow Overeem won that even though he only beat Fabricio Werdum this year and no one looked impressive in that fight.
He made more friends in the Other team not his own that is. So he constantly snitched to the other team what their fighters was focusing on and training for and hoping to face etc. A real piece of shit move. So everytime I see him acting nice I cant help but top think Fake. but I dunno.
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Yes.
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dominick cruz - midgetweight champ
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cheal sonnen: the man himself
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tyson griffin - dropped soon.
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joey beltran: gracie killer ;D
(http://www.getbig.com/boards/index.php?action=dlattach;topic=403764.0;attach=444424;image)
martin kampman: underrated ww
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brandon vera: overrated lhw
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When will the "Men in thongs" award show happen?
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A can like vera must have balls of steel to show up at a fighters event. I applaud his lack of shame.
I was hoping for some Rachelle Leah pics.
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Pics from the evening are here.. lots of fun
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Holy shit... Is Ron actually Stunt?
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SNO, Nb!
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The gay is incredibly strong in this thread.
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jones is a big 205'r thats for sure. How much do you weigh ron?
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Holy shit... Is Ron actually Stunt?
Ha - no Stuntmovie is actually older, and pretty cool guy. He was there in the lobby of the Palms where some of the fighters came in for the fans. There was another area, called the Red Room, where most of the interviews, red carpet and celebrities came through.
Is that you Ron? the one on the left then on the right then left again?
Yes, went there for fun, and took a few pictures. There were quite a few more celebrities and fighters there than I took pictures of also.
jones is a big 205'r thats for sure. How much do you weigh ron?
I weigh 250 pounds right now, so yes, he is a big fighter.