This event was supposed to happen tonight. How many unhappy ticket holders were there or any at all? Keith what gives? 240 - why didn't the website say it was cancelled? http://globalfightingchampionships.com
From Sherdog.com:
Friday, August 17, 2007
Global Fighting Championships has cancelled its Friday, Aug. 17 event at the Mohegan Sun in Uncasville, Conn., after four fights had been removed from the card, learned Sherdog.com's Andy Shapiro.
With only four bouts remaining on the bill, GFC representative Joel Parker told Sherdog.com that the organization's decision to cancel the event was due to paying fans not getting more for their money.
Mixed martial arts agent Ken Pavia confirmed on Friday that Mark Kerr and Edwin Dewees, both represented by Pavia, were pulled from the card by the overseeing athletic commission after Kerr registered an unhealthy blood pressure reading on Thursday, while Dewees was unable to make his contracted weight of 185 pounds.
More details to follow as they come available.
I don't know what happened, ask your mom. Asking me what happened would be the same as asking your mom. Quit being so stupid. I have nothing to do with that never have. Nice try though.Did the shirts make it there in time?
Did the shirts make it there in time?
Funny how soon you forget. July you were confident, now you've already resorted to mom jokes. ::)
http://www.getbig.com/boards/index.php?topic=157402.0
I am doing something you can only standback and envy about. Oh yes! Believe me when I say envy
Sean don't talk about being owned. You had two years of it. Nice try though.KEITH JUST GOT O W N E D!Nice job, Lift ;D
What are ya doing Keith? Btw, this Demilia guy seems like a total douchebag, if he can't put a show together he shouldn't waste the fans time. You think he is going to cancel the PDI shows as well?
Sean don't talk about being owned. You had two years of it. Nice try though.
I am way to busy to worry about Wayne. I have something happening way more important and bigger than that.
This event was supposed to happen tonight. How many unhappy ticket holders were there or any at all? Keith what gives? 240 - why didn't the website say it was cancelled? http://globalfightingchampionships.com
Does anyone believe that a man with 20+ years of large event planning can't put on one event in August, then put on six bodybuilding shows, beginning six weeks later?
I am way to busy to worry about Wayne. I have something happening way more important and bigger than that. Everyone will know by Oct. 1.
I am way to busy to worry about Wayne. I have something happening way more important and bigger than that. Everyone will know by Oct. 1.
I gotta tell Issac something is truly wrong with you. whats your problem. Are you really that insecure or bored or what. Who gives a shit. And where on that thread do say I am confident in this show And you make it sound like he cancelled cause he didn't have the money or no sponsors. Did you even read the story. Ask someone to read it and then explain it to you. Man I truly would hate to be you. While you worry about Wayne and the PDI and Global fighting I am doing something you can only standback and envy about. Oh yes! Believe me when I say envyKeith,
Sounds like GFC managed to find every MMA scrub who is on the verge of dying to sign up or this card. More details from Sherdog.
Friday, August 17, 2007
by Andy Shapiro
UNCASVILLE, Conn., Aug. 17 -- The inaugural Global Fighting Championships card at Mohegan Sun Casino & Resort was cancelled Friday night after four of the eight scheduled bouts fell through.
Less than an hour before the preliminary fights were set to begin, hundreds of disappointed fans were turned away when Mohegan Sun officials announced the card's cancellation. No explanation was given, only a guarantee of a full refund.
That sucks for the fans.seriously
seriouslyExactly, fuck giving the fans their money back. This motherfuker should pay them 500 bucks a piece for ruining their Friday nights. What a pos this Demilia guy is >:(
my pops went up there and stood in line for awhile with mad people before they decided to tell everyone it was cancelled
crazy huh
Exactly, fuck giving the fans their money back. This motherfuker should pay them 500 bucks a piece for ruining their Friday nights. What a pos this Demilia guy is >:(For real, many people book rooms at the Mohegan for fights and Fri/Sat nights run upwards of $400/night. Factor in gas and food, and this weekend put several people out $1000 they would have had in their pocket.
I gotta tell Issac something is truly wrong with you. whats your problem. Are you really that insecure or bored or what. Who gives a shit. And where on that thread do say I am confident in this show And you make it sound like he cancelled cause he didn't have the money or no sponsors. Did you even read the story. Ask someone to read it and then explain it to you. Man I truly would hate to be you. While you worry about Wayne and the PDI and Global fighting I am doing something you can only standback and envy about. Oh yes! Believe me when I say envy
Cancelling one or two fights is one thing, it's happened before but an entire show. Be glad you weren't one who booked a room, flight and tickets for this one.Mark Kerr was on that card?
Kerr backed out of a fight 2 years ago in Denver. This guy should not be allowed to be on a card again.
Cancelling one or two fights is one thing, it's happened before but an entire show. Be glad you weren't one who booked a room, flight and tickets for this one.
Kerr backed out of a fight 2 years ago in Denver. This guy should not be allowed to be on a card again.
Looks like my $100 from onlyme is geeting closer. 240 . . . what was our bet again?
The beef
Good points 240 . . . The Beef is willing to wait. Now, do you want in? Lets say a free web site if these contests don't come off/
The Beef
lol... last time I wagered, I lost to thisiskeith on the Mr Olympia and ended up owning him a website. No thanks. Gambling is a single/rich man's game. I am neither.
I'd be happy to bet you ten pushups tho!
Exactly, Isaac is right, Keith could not stop hyping the PDI and Wayne a few months ago and how great this whole thing was, he's just getting now the backlash of its failure, you had to expect that.
Demilla's approach to MMA seemed very short term: find some past-their-prime fighters who still might be able to sell some tickets and put them all in a show, as opposed to creating an organization with hungry up and comers. Unfortunately for Wayne, the plan blew up in his face and now he's left with nothing. The poor slobs who showed up for this event certainly aren't going to allow themselves to get suckered again. Other MMA fans now know that this organization is a joke and won't support it.
You're failing to mention the PDI "Pro Qualifying" show was cancelled last year. You claim you don't care, but you defend Wayne more than anyone on this board. You're also the first one to call him when you think you can get a jab back at the IFBB. You're the one who is still bitter and full of hate towards the NPC and IFBB. When you get called on your shit your tone changes and you claim you don't care. History will repeat itself and you'll open your big yap again around the time the PDI show is about to take place.
As big as you are I'd figure you to be a little less transparent Keith. Stick to what you do best, the cooks in the restaruant business thank you.
Exactly, Isaac is right, Keith could not stop hyping the PDI and Wayne a few months ago and how great this whole thing was, he's just getting now the backlash of its failure, you had to expect that.
Hey correct me if I am wrong but the PDI had shows last year just like I said. The gave away more prize money than 90% of all IFBB shows. They have others scheduled for this year that so far look like they are happening. If they don't then I still don't lose either way. This MMA shown had nothing to do with the PDI or am I wrong and you know something none of us know. I could care less either way if anything happens I am not part of either organization. You morons who have nothing in their lives (or at the most take photos) just want Wayne to fail cause you guys could never pull anything off close to anything so you want him to fail. It would be great if everything went 100% great but in real life, not the dream lives you people live things happen.
Some of us have the balls to at least try. Then there are wannabes and people who are destined to do nothing and want everyone else to fail. As much as Sean is an asshole and a punk I give him credit for at least doing his show. You guys have no idea what it takes. You guys just sit home play on the internet, read magazines and think you know everything. A lot of talk from people who have done nothing. Do you honestly think that means anything to me. i love reading your dribble and typing out how stupid it looks when people like you react to something like this. I have been there done that in just about every aspect you can think of. So if it makes you feel better to blame me or say I am stupid or whatever then go ahead. I am glad I can help you feel better. I love it. While I live the life I do and you live the life you have, believe me what you say doesn't phase me in the least. hahaha, what a life you guys lead. And the leader of the pack is never was photographer. hahaha now that's funny.
Keith, no offense, I am a big fan of yours but these points are valid. You made literally hundreds of posts bigging up the PDI, and the PDI has not delivered.
hahaha, keep dancing around the issue that you suck off Wayne every chance you get fat man.
Keith, no offense, I am a big fan of yours but these points are valid. You made literally hundreds of posts bigging up the PDI, and the PDI has not delivered.
Wayne is a friend of mine. Wayne is going against the grain and taking a chance. I like that. I support my friends especially when they decide to do something that isn't easy and takes balls. I hate people who talk shit like so many on here yet they have done nothing in their lives. I have always found it funny how anyone can talk about something when they know nothing about it. Most of these guys just talk shit and have no experience in anything they talk about or put down. I have experience and I have spent hundreds of thousands of dollars in this industry. These guys come on an internet board and think they are experts. Now that is funny as hell. I take this board now as a place to read stupid posts by stupid people in most cases. There are some on here that have experience and now what they are taking about. But, the majority on here are just idiots who have nothing else better to do.
And you are? Exactly another moron with a big mouth. Keep flipping the burgers and going to gay bars at night, you'll make it someday. ::) Outta here, going diving today. Have fun cleaning out the barn.
Wayne is a friend of mine. Wayne is going against the grain and taking a chance. I like that. I support my friends especially when they decide to do something that isn't easy and takes balls. I hate people who talk shit like so many on here yet they have done nothing in their lives. I have always found it funny how anyone can talk about something when they know nothing about it. Most of these guys just talk shit and have no experience in anything they talk about or put down. I have experience and I have spent hundreds of thousands of dollars in this industry. These guys come on an internet board and think they are experts. Now that is funny as hell. I take this board now as a place to read stupid posts by stupid people in most cases. There are some on here that have experience and now what they are taking about. But, the majority on here are just idiots who have nothing else better to do.You have absolutely right ;)!
And you are? Exactly another moron with a big mouth. Keep flipping the burgers and going to gay bars at night, you'll make it someday. ::) Outta here, going diving today. Have fun cleaning out the barn.
And you are? Exactly another moron with a big mouth. Keep flipping the burgers and going to gay bars at night, you'll make it someday. ::) Outta here, going diving today. Have fun cleaning out the barn.
Hey correct me if I am wrong but the PDI had shows last year just like I said. The gave away more prize money than 90% of all IFBB shows. They have others scheduled for this year that so far look like they are happening. If they don't then I still don't lose either way. This MMA shown had nothing to do with the PDI or am I wrong and you know something none of us know. I could care less either way if anything happens I am not part of either organization. You morons who have nothing in their lives (or at the most take photos) just want Wayne to fail cause you guys could never pull anything off close to anything so you want him to fail. It would be great if everything went 100% great but in real life, not the dream lives you people live things happen.
Some of us have the balls to at least try. Then there are wannabes and people who are destined to do nothing and want everyone else to fail. As much as Sean is an asshole and a punk I give him credit for at least doing his show. You guys have no idea what it takes. You guys just sit home play on the internet, read magazines and think you know everything. A lot of talk from people who have done nothing. Do you honestly think that means anything to me. i love reading your dribble and typing out how stupid it looks when people like you react to something like this. I have been there done that in just about every aspect you can think of. So if it makes you feel better to blame me or say I am stupid or whatever then go ahead. I am glad I can help you feel better. I love it. While I live the life I do and you live the life you have, believe me what you say doesn't phase me in the least. hahaha, what a life you guys lead. And the leader of the pack is never was photographer. hahaha now that's funny.
And you are? Exactly another moron with a big mouth. Keep flipping the burgers and going to gay bars at night, you'll make it someday. ::) Outta here, going diving today. Have fun cleaning out the barn.
Wayne is a friend of mine. Wayne is going against the grain and taking a chance. I like that. I support my friends especially when they decide to do something that isn't easy and takes balls. I hate people who talk shit like so many on here yet they have done nothing in their lives. I have always found it funny how anyone can talk about something when they know nothing about it. Most of these guys just talk shit and have no experience in anything they talk about or put down. I have experience and I have spent hundreds of thousands of dollars in this industry. These guys come on an internet board and think they are experts. Now that is funny as hell. I take this board now as a place to read stupid posts by stupid people in most cases. There are some on here that have experience and now what they are taking about. But, the majority on here are just idiots who have nothing else better to do.Keith,
And you are? Exactly another moron with a big mouth. Keep flipping the burgers and going to gay bars at night, you'll make it someday. ::) Outta here, going diving today. Have fun cleaning out the barn.
Keith,
Serious question because you're somebody who knows.
1) When a promoter books an expensive venue like Mohegan Sun, purchases insurance, spends money on promotion and advertising, pays travel expenses for the athletes and their entourages, and the event fails to come off, approximately how much money does the promoter lose?
2) Even if 3 of the 8 bouts were cancelled, what sense does it make calling off the event hours before the gates open?
3) Either way, the customers who bought tickets are feeling ripped off, so can we assume that cancelling the event saves SOME money for the promoter?
4) Having cancelled their first MMA show under the GFC name, is it possible to come back using the same name in this day and age of internet gossip and word of the cancellation spreading globally?
Thanks!
Not sure how serious you are because I think things like this you would know.
2. I think this was a bad call. there has to have been some local fighters or someone nearby that would take a fight at a short notice. He made a huge stake cancelling and I bet there will be some legal action taken. WHo knows.
Not sure how serious you are because I think things like this you would know.Thanks Keith. I was being serious. I don't know much about the costs of staging events like this. So if insurance covers everything, then you're saying that Wayne probably only lost his insurance premium of a couple grand.
1. You can purchase event insurance. If not I would say you lose everything you spent. Not sure how much the Sun cost but my venue cost $48,000 for 2 days. ANd that is just for an empty shell. you have convention services for the booths, setup chairs, security, shipping, steerage and other costs. I am pretty sure Wayne didn't do this show to cancel it and lose all this money. But, the guys who think he did re the same idiots who have never done anything.
2. I think this was a bad call. there has to have been some local fighters or someone nearby that would take a fight at a short notice. He made a huge stake cancelling and I bet there will be some legal action taken. WHo knows.
3. I would think if he cancelled the show the ticket company may refund the price but not sure. Generally I think refunds would only occur from acts of god
4. Boy not sure. I think he is going to be in for a rough ride. he should do a free show and try to get good fighters in, try to absorb costs with sponsors or his own money. But to try and put another show on and charge is going to be very hard.
Yes, a man of your girth needs the help of buoyancy ever chance he can get.
Are you saying when Onlymen tells you to flip burgers, he's talking about this one cause he feels like a snack, BD? ;D