ART OF FIGHTING 2 (UPDATE)
April 25th, 2009 | Published in EVENTS | 40 Comments
MAYNARD AND WYMAN WIN BIG AGAIN AT AOF!
Art Of Fighting put on another fantastic fight card on Saturday. SuckerPunch fighters Phillip “The Wicked” Wyman and Levon “The Maynman” Maynard were invited back to the promotion to face off against some tough competition.
First up for SuckerPunch was Wyman who is coming off a victory in the last AOF against Carlos “The Rooster” Gonzales. Phillip’s opponent this time was Eric “Ginja Ninja” Haritakis.
Wyman was well trained for this one, weighing in at 170lbs on the button while his opponent weighed in 3 pounds over at 173lbs.
The fight started with the two squaring up and throwing blows in the center of the ring.
Haritakis forced the fight up to the cage wall where Wyman was able to land some vicious knees to the body followed by and uppercut that dropped Haritakis to the ground.
Phillip quickly pounced and transitioned into a deep triangle choke forcing Haritakis to tap out at 1:30 into the first round.
This puts Wyman at 5-2-0 with a 3 fight win streak since he’s been with SuckerPunch Entertainment.
“It’s so good to see Phil doing well!” says his manager Brian Butler. “I remember speaking with Phil’s coach Buck Grant when he told me, ‘Phillip just needs someone to believe in him’, well a lot of people believe now!” referring to Wyman’s growing fan base and support from his fellow United States Marines.
Up next was the most anticipated fight of the night. Putting one of American Top Team’s most talked about rising stars, Nicolae “Armor” Cury up against Levon “The Maynman” Maynard.
This was a big fight for Maynard who was coming off a loss to Kyle Baker in the UWC. “When the opponents were put on the table we were told that Curry was the guy nobody wanted to fight.” said Butler. “Nicolae is one of those guys that has so many credentials that it would scare anyone.” referring to Curry’s BJJ Black Belt , Judo 3rd degree Black belt, being a 5x Brazilian National Champ, Absolute National Brazilian Champ, South American Champ, and 15x Brazilian State Champ. Curry is also one of ATT’s instructors and has has not been been taken past the first minute in any of his fights including his debut in EliteXC.
At the weigh-ins Maynard tipped the scales at 170lbs while Nicolae came in at 168lb which was surprising since Nicolae was the taller fighter.
Right from the bell this fight was a battle.
Maynard caught Curry early in the first with a hard shot that broke Curry’s nose.
Maynard’s stand up was overwhelming and it did not look like Curry was going to answer the bell for the second round. Curry being the warrior that he is dug deep and rose for the second round. The Sarasota crowd roared with excitement knowing the were witnessing what turned out to be fight of the night.
Curry was able to mount some offense but Maynard was simply too much and continued to pour it on, winning a unanimous decision and giving Curry his first loss of his professional career.
For their efforts Maynard and Curry both won Fight Of The Night bonuses.
We would like to recognize KOBC, DEMIGOD FIGHTER, CRITICAL, Gamma-O, and BFN for taking the chance and supporting the rising stars in the SuckerPunch stable. Through supporting tomorrow’s stars sponsors like them truly help evolve this sport.
On April 25, 2009, the cast and crew from the first Rumble at Robarts returns, with a few twists. January 24 was a great event with the best MMA fights Sarasota has ever seen. In April, a lot of these great fighters return.
Phil “The Wicked” Wyman- Wyman fought a tough Carlos “The Rooster” Gonzales on January 24 and won by an armbar. At AOF2 The wicked will square off with Eric “Ginja Ninja” Haritakis- Eric is one of AOF’s most promising prospects and this fight should be very exciting for the fans. “The Wicked” is on a 3 fight win streak and has been soundly finishing his opponents in the first round of his last 2 fights.
Photo’s courtesy of Moleliiphotography.com
At 2 wins and no losses, American Top Team stand out Nicolae “Armour” Cury faces our man, “The Maynman” on April 25th. Maynard, who mowed down IFL veteran Travis Cox, a game opponent, at AOF1 looks to get back on a win streak against Cury. “I’m in this sport to fight the best and test myself. Nicolae is someone people are buzzing about and a lot of people are ducking him, so I want this fight!” Maynard says.
Photo’s courtesy of Moleliiphotography.com
We would like to recognize KOBC, DEMIGOD FIGHTER, CRITICAL, Gamma-O, and BFN for taking the chance and supporting the rising stars in the SuckerPunch stable. Through supporting tomorrow’s stars sponsors like them truly help evolve this sport.
April 13th, 2009at 11:05 am(#)
Will this be on TV?
April 13th, 2009at 3:34 pm(#)
Hey Phil, Love the traditional karate pose from ‘Seyunchin’ which means marching into battle in English. Keep up the hard work, God Speed.
~JP
April 13th, 2009at 3:47 pm(#)
I sure wish I could go to Florida and see you guys fight. Kick some butt!
April 13th, 2009at 5:24 pm(#)
ENJOY YOUR RUMBLE PHIL…………..
MAKE HIM HAVE IT………………..
HOPE YOU WIN BABE………………. COME ON !!!!! XXX
April 13th, 2009at 9:20 pm(#)
I am very excited to see both of these athletes tear it up in FL. Show’em how we do it in VA.
jrr
April 14th, 2009at 9:47 am(#)
i know you guys have been training hard go have some fun
April 14th, 2009at 11:20 am(#)
I wish I could be there to support you! We can’t wait to hear about your win! We love you!
April 14th, 2009at 12:31 pm(#)
Thanks for all the encouragement guys, I am training super hard for this fight and promise a great show!
I am looking forward to meeting some more Florida fans when I get down there.
Thanks to the sponsors that help us out here at Sukerpunch!
BE WICKED!
April 14th, 2009at 11:32 pm(#)
Had a blast out there last time. Let’s do this Wicked.
April 16th, 2009at 8:18 pm(#)
Hey Phillip – Good luck and though you don’t need it!!! we love you in Florida!!!!
April 17th, 2009at 2:18 pm(#)
YAY Levon is fighting again!!! Best of luck to both fighters. Two “W”s if you please
April 24th, 2009at 4:10 pm(#)
look forward to another victory for the marines this weekend
April 24th, 2009at 5:42 pm(#)
Hey Phil! Good luck! I know you will do great! Everyone is sooooooooo proud of you! I know you will beat this guy in every place this fight goes!
April 24th, 2009at 9:00 pm(#)
damn boys tear it up again, wish I could be down there but hopefully next time, im sure you guys will represent. Lets see some more first round finishes!
April 25th, 2009at 3:22 pm(#)
Hey Wicked, I may not be able to make this fight, but there will be many other times I am sure..The last time you fought here in florida, was my chance to meet you.. you are a great person. and a great asset to the martial arts community…All of us who know you are with you each fight,even if just in spirit…Everything you need to win this fight is inside of you already..just do as you have been doing, and be Wicked Kool…..Loren in Florida
April 26th, 2009at 6:33 pm(#)
Way to go, Wicked and LeVon! Congratulations on your wins!
April 26th, 2009at 8:01 pm(#)
Hey Phillip,
‘Wicked’ good job on the fight last night!!! I hope that you came up with another “traditional” fight pose??
Talk soon,
~JP
April 27th, 2009at 5:03 am(#)
congrads from here in florida, you bring a whole new meaning to the WWF…Ie: Wicked Wyman Fights…:) Eventually you and I and Sensei Prouty will all be in one place… I sense a picture there..have a great fight your next one…I don’t believe in luck…what is…is….Loren
April 27th, 2009at 8:03 am(#)
good work boys, monsters I tell you!!
April 27th, 2009at 12:08 pm(#)
Congrats to both of you! I’m so proud!!!!
April 27th, 2009at 1:29 pm(#)
Thanks again to everybody who has commented, also for all the support. LEEEEVon is a beast, let me tell you that he fought a tough fight. From the start Curry was a class act, he showed up late for the weigh-ins and immediately appologized for the traffic hold up. That speaks volumes for his character. Known for his striking Levon proved that his ground game is one of the best in the buisness, for a large part of the 1st round he defended his position from the bottom as well as controling Curry from the top. No doubt we will see him in larger shows soon. Great job brother I am so proud of you.
I would like to thank Knock Out Brand for sponsoring me for this fight. My wife for letting me play. My Florida Fans for showing up in masses! The Lord, once again through Him anything is possible. A thousand may fall at your side, ten thousand at your right hand, but it will not come you (any danger). Psalms 91:7 “protection”
BE WICKED!
April 27th, 2009at 3:03 pm(#)
Phil and Levon thank you guys for coming out here and again kicking some butt! Good luck at the UWC event and we’ll see you two soon!
Nick
AOF
April 27th, 2009at 4:45 pm(#)
CONGRATS levon i knew u had it in you the whole time you have me training really hard for this and you deserve it completly i will see you tonight at the gym….
April 27th, 2009at 4:47 pm(#)
you have been* not me training
April 27th, 2009at 5:52 pm(#)
I asked for two wins, and I got two wins! WOOHHHOOO Levon won!!! Welldone both of you!!
April 27th, 2009at 7:20 pm(#)
You guys just need to hold on a bit longer cause I see Eric, the Ginger Ninja’ is gonna be kickin some big time ass really soon. Y’all make my words, that kid has lots of JUICE in him…
April 28th, 2009at 12:00 am(#)
LeVon, you are back in the fray. Looking powerful. Wyman wins with the nice submission. Wish I could have seen it all. Looking forward to future battles.
Paul
April 28th, 2009at 6:17 am(#)
That is true Eric was a good challenge, not taking anything from his game, he just got caught…We all do. But last Saturday I was a bit more polished. Great job Eric, I already expressed my appreciation inside the ring and after the fight towards him. He is a class act and has much potential. Keep an eye out for him!;)
Stay Wicked!
April 28th, 2009at 8:17 am(#)
Wicked pretty much covered everything I wanted to say in his posting above. My opponent was a class act and a great fighter. I am glad I had the opportunity to compete against him.
Also, I want to thank Wicked for helping us get around in the rental throughout Florida. I don’t know how we would have made it around without him lol.
Of course, I want to thank the sponsors (Knockout Brand Clothing, Demigod, and Critical) for the support and everyone here for all the comments.
-LeVon
April 28th, 2009at 9:44 am(#)
great job guys
April 29th, 2009at 11:19 pm(#)
awesome to hear you guys represented so well, cant wait to see the video of these fights, when are we training together again, Im trying to learn the levon outside trip
April 30th, 2009at 12:23 pm(#)
Just let ur soul glowwww!!
May 1st, 2009at 12:41 am(#)
way to represent boys!! Man, you two look good in the photos. really let it rip guys. i am very happy for you two. Keep it up! And thanks for representing Big Frog Nutrition as always. I will hook you guys up soon and see ya’ll in Virginia in June.
Big Frog!
May 1st, 2009at 3:52 pm(#)
Wanted to say these guys were the nicest people to meet. I work at the airport and had the pleasure to meet Maynman and Wicked when they dropped the rental off at the airport. They made my day when Wicked was singing “Just Let Your Soul Glow” from Eddie Murphy’s movie “Coming To America”. Great job guys.
May 1st, 2009at 9:37 pm(#)
Lol who made the Car Rental Attendant comment? That had me rolling. “Take a look at these doooo hickies!”
May 1st, 2009at 9:39 pm(#)
Oh and thanks for the support Big Frog! You are the man brotha! Can’t wait to see you on T.V. again. Definitely gotta hook me up with some more of your Big Frog Nutrition. Cya soon.
-LeVon
May 5th, 2009at 11:31 am(#)
Me too… I need some supplies Jeff……Geeze I feel like a kid asking papa for some cash for the Ice Cream truck!
Your BFN line rocks….I mean it. I love the recovery stuff…I use it after every workout. I am down to my last 1/2 can man…….L O V E I T!
May 22nd, 2009at 1:07 pm(#)
Levon good work…. hell great work i was the guy that told you “good luck tonight boss” when you showed up at the robarts i my self am from Manassas V.A. bout 20 min southwest of D.C. keep holdin it down for us.
May 23rd, 2009at 7:00 pm(#)
Hey Bryan! Thanks for the comment brotha! Yeah man I remember you right before I walked in there at the ticket counter. Thanks for all the support man. I am trying to represent VA as best as I can ;p
May 26th, 2009at 10:00 am(#)
I love my nephew LeVon who is just so
…….
FINE & A GREAT FIGHTER.
You make me so PROUD!
Keep up the great work & be careful baby.
YOU RULE and KICK BUTT!
Much love to you