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Bud Light Welcomes Back Mixed Martial Arts Event Clash at the U.S. Cellular Coliseum 3

07/06/2010 8:29 AM

Bloomington, Ill. (July 6, 2010) – The U.S. Cellular Coliseum is happy to announce for the third time their partnership with HIVE MMA and Combat Consulting for Bud Light presents the Clash at the U.S. Cellular Coliseum 3 on Saturday, August 14, 2010 at 6:30pm.

Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) is the most distinct way of fighting utilizing forms of wrestling and boxing inside an eight-sided cage. The event will feature 12-15 fights and among those Clash at the U.S. Cellular Coliseum 3 title belts will be awarded. Local and regional fighters will be participating. The fight card is subject to change.

Mixed Martial Arts is soaring in popularity. This sport has taken over and become the sport of choice for the age of 18-34 demographic. Some feel it will not be long before it is on par with mainstays like football, baseball and basketball.

“We are excited to be hosting our third Clash at the U.S. Cellular Coliseum” said Vice President and General Manager Bart Rogers. “The event continues to grow each and every time we host it and I would expect nothing more of the August 14th event. The fight card is shaping up to be one of the best the Hive has ever put together bringing the very best of amateur mixed martial arts fighters to the octagon right here in Bloomington. If you haven't been to a Clash the U.S Cellular Coliseum...you must attend to see the spectacle that it is!”

Tickets will go on-sale on Friday, July 16^th at 10 am. Ticket prices will range from $28 to $53. Tickets are $5 more day of show. Also available is the Bud Light Lounge for $79 which includes your ticket, unlimited Bud Light and Budweiser drafts all night long and food until the start of the third fight.

Don’t miss “The Hooligan” Buddy McGinnis as he will return to defend his title belt, after defeating Jason Phillips and Brandon Swank in two previous title belt competitions. His record is 12 wins and 0 losses.

Tickets are available at all Ticketmaster outlets, including the U.S. Cellular Coliseum, www.ticketmaster.com or charge by phone at 1-800-745-3000.

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