by Rob Maysey | Jul 25, 2010 | NEWS
Lew Polley—Seeking Greatness
By Dave Mikle
A multi-sport star in high-school and life-long wrestler, the move into mixed martial arts was a natural progression for Lew Polley. A fierce competitor who “hates losing more than I like winning,” Polley’s accomplishments to date are merely “preparation for a future highlight.” Dropping down to middleweight for the first time in his career, Polley envisions himself as top 5 in the division within 3 years. As for what he wants to accomplish in his mixed martial arts career, Polley aims to have an umbrella of business under his fighting brand, and hopes to be remembered in the same light as the great Muhammad Ali. Explained Polley, “I want to have a great legacy but I want my legacy to pale in comparison to the mention of my integrity and fighting spirit.”
by Rob Maysey | Jul 25, 2010 | NEWS
Mixed Martial Arts: The Balance Between Sport and Combat Entertainment
By Drew Young
In sport, excellence is determined by the results of competition, and the primary emphasis is on winning. As a sport, the preeminent goal of a mixed martial artist should also be winning. Prize fighting, however, can have unusual and competing incentives. The pressure to increase marketability and earnings potential influences athletes and promoters to choose more “entertaining” styles and strategies. Likewise, in addition to the pressure to present marketable personas and fighting styles, the bonus structure of major promotions also serves to exert pressure on the athletes competing.
by Rob Maysey | Jul 19, 2010 | NEWS
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by Rob Maysey | Jul 18, 2010 | Official MMAFA Blog
The United States Marine Corps and the Ultimate Fighting Championship formed a new formal cross-marketing partnership early this year. For fans and Marines, most probably saw this partnership as beneficial . . . READ...
by Rob Maysey | Jul 17, 2010 | MMAFA NEWS
The questions below have been asked, in one form or another, by various members of the media. Our responses to a number of these questions are set forth below. If you have any questions, please contact us and ask!
How does an Association differ from a Union?
A “union” seeks to gather members for the purposes of “collectively bargaining” conditions of employment with a common employer. In connection with collective bargaining, unions also obtain the protection of federal labor laws.
