A.K.A. England in association with Dave Eckersley and school, Leigh Kickboxing proudly present....

IKF Amateur Muaythai and Kickboxing Championships
with supporting card including…
ISCF Sport Combat M.M.A. bouts.

Saturday 29th March 2008, Leigh, ( Near Wigan ), Lancashire, ENGLAND, WA3 2AH :

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This is our 3rd annual event, to raise monies toward Wigan Children’s Ward. Please support what will again, be a great event to help a very good cause.

Entries details and entry fee payments must be submitted to A.K.A. England before Friday 21st March 2008 at the latest. These must be pre-paid in advance, and by cheque only. Late entries after this date will not be considered. If you are posting a cheque, please ensure that it arrives before Friday 15th as the A.K.A. office does not receive any mail at the weekends.

Details of how to register, view website : www.aka-england.org

Please enter your athletes early to avoid disappointment, this competition will only have a maximum of 30 contests on the day ( 60 matched entries ).

Novice and Senior Amateur Kickboxing Bouts. ( I.K.F. ‘OSR’ format and ‘MTR’ format ). Details at www.ikfkickboxing.com.

Novice and Senior Amateur M.M.A. Bouts. ( I.S.C.F. Sport Combat format ). Details at www.iscfmma.com.

Current Champions are required to defend their status should there be a title challenge. If you have any students holding I.K.F. titles, please make them aware of this.

If you are attending from outside the U.K., please bring a national flag, and also a CD of your national anthem for the opening ceremonies.

The event is held over one day, and will being held on Saturday 29th March 2008 at:

Lowton Civic Hall,
Leigh, ( Near Wigan ),
Lancashire
WA3 2AH

Entry fee per athlete is £30.00.
Note : There is a £ 5.00 discount for those that have A.K.A. licences - see www.aka-england.org

Each competitor will receive a complimentary fully edited DVD of their bout and the main Championship bouts. Each athlete will get a National ranking and Title Challengers / Champions will receive World rankings, ( www.ikfkickboxing.com ).

Weight check and medical = 12.00 pm.
Novice bouts scheduled to start = 2.00 pm.

Note spectators with tickets are welcome to attend the Novice contests and will be allowed entry after 1.30pm.

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Main Bouts 7.00pm – 10.00pm
Including I.K.F. and I.S.C.F. Championship contests.

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Spectator Tickets – in advance £ 17.50, on the Day £ 20.00.
Tickets available from promoter Dave Eckersley, 07748 – 612 - 070 : (A.K.A. Licence holders = £2.50 discount on a single ticket).

Licenced Bar, and food available.

Ringside V.I.P. tables available – book early to avoid disappointment.

Complete details on the websites
www.aka-england.org. and www.IKFkickboxing.com

Event to be featured in 'FIGHTERS' - martial arts magazine!
Click
http://www.aka-england.org

Top billing to feature International bouts..

E N G L A N D -vs - I T A L Y.

Further details to follow!

Hello Neil.

Is there a clear set of mma rules that I can look at please. There seems to be a few diffences on the IKF site and the AKA site.

Neil.

I intedn to compete again shortly under the new MTR ruleset.

Can you send me an up to date ruleset for this fight class?

The one on the website appears to differ from the format at the Darlington show.

Thanks

I can't wait for this one, the last one was excellent.

Dave, please let me know when you get the tickets because I have a queue of people asking me.

GOING OFF THE LAST ONE,

THIS IS GONNA BE AWESOME....

TIP FOR EVERYONE...
Tell your family and friends to get to this one, even if you have to sell your Granny to get a ticket.

MMA rules Neil?

Hi sarsons

Yes last years event was great but were going to out do it this year - as is the AKA/IKF way!
I am working on a few new ideas to make the event even better!!!

Watch this space!!!!!

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haha

told you its gnna be good!!

New Ideas ay?
Any chance of a clue Dave?

And any chance of the MMA rules?

I was also interested in the MMA rules as well Dave also. We can have them Niel? Would be good to see.

Hi guys heres the link to the sport combat / mma rules hope it helps

http://www.iscfmma.com/ISCFRules.htm

and UK specific modifications

http://www.iscfmma.com/RulesUnitedKingdom.htm

so anyway....about these tickets Dave......

Is the Ringside and V.I.P option available again, as the tickets for these tend to fly out!
If so, do you have an idea of how many will be available yet?
Cheers in advance
Sarsons.

Cant find a link to the 8oz MMA Gloves as specified in the rules.

Any chance of a link please?

VIP ringside tables will be available for this event
Further information to follow...

To purchase these please contact me asap

We will have the cafe as per last year so hot and cold food and drinks will also be available along with the bar.

I will also be posting a map along with accomodation for those who wish to stay over night.

I am happy to help arrange this accomodation for those that require it.

David

Nice one Dave, looking forward to it!
Al

Hi Al
By the looks of things so far its going to blow last year totally away!!!

I believe were now down to the last 2 VIP tables already!

This is where the Lowton Event is held.
For those of you without SatNav, follow these steps to find us!

1. Go to GOOGLE and select maps

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2. type in the following number :- 53.475557,-2.559804
and click "Search Maps"

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3.Click on " To here"

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4. Enter YOUR postcode.

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5. Click " Print"

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6. If you feel the need, click "Get Reverse Directions"

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cant wait for this one looks like its gonna be even better than last year !

Hi Everybody,
Glad to be back, for some reason my account "sarsons" was disabled and I was unable to email the admin to find out why...strange!!!
So admin, if you can enable that account again please as I had all my info on it, I would appreciate it thanks.

Anyway, I agree with ceejay, this looks to be a stormer!
and Dave, I'll sort those pics for you ;)

This is where the Lowton Event is held.
For those of you without SatNav, follow these steps to find us!

1. Go to GOOGLE and select maps

2. type in the following number :- 53.475557,-2.559804
and click "Search Maps"

3.Click on " To here"

4. Enter YOUR postcode.

5. Click " Print"

6. If you feel the need, click "Get Reverse Directions"

Hope that helps some of you ;)

Hope that helps some of you ;)

Thanks for that stuart
Id say a comprhensive idiot proof guide that one!

Entries are now being accepted!

I have a few specific matches I am looking for.

Lady, Atomweight 50.9 Kgs Max, must have at least 5 bouts, possible IKF Amateur Title bout O.S.R. format.

Lady, Featherweight 57 Kgs Max, for a possible IKF British and Commonwealth title defence O.S.R. Format.

Gent, Light-Welterweight 64.5 Kgs Max, M.T.R. Format - possible IKF Title bout.

all tickets are now available and competing schools will be recieving theirs shortly.

First round of initial entries ....

John Brough - Super-Heavyweight Division ( + 97.8 Kgs )
Fraser Opie - Super-Heavyweight Division ( + 97.8 Kgs )
Ken Marsh - Heavyweight Division ( 88.7 Kg - 97.7 Kgs )
John Paul Emanu - Heavyweight Division ( 88.7 bKg - 97.7 Kgs )
Tony Somcock - Cruiserweight Division ( 84.6 Kg - 88.6 Kgs )
Andy Hawkins - Cruiserweight Division ( 84.6 Kg - 88.6 Kgs )
David Corless - Cruiserweight Division ( 84.6 Kg - 88.6 Kgs )
Joe Holman - Light-Cruiserweight ( 81.4 Kg - 84.5 Kgs )
Robbie Harrison - Light-Cruiserweight ( 81.4 Kg - 84.5 Kgs )
Darren C-Smith - Light-Cruiserweight ( 81.4 Kg - 84.5 Kgs )
Jim Magner - Light-Cruiserweight ( 81.4 Kg - 84.5 Kgs )
Ste Martin - Light-Heavyweight Division ( 78.3 Kg - 81.3 Kg )
Tony Parker - Super-Middleweight ( 75.1 Kg - 78.2 Kgs )
Alex Twiselton - Super-Middleweight ( 75.1 Kg - 78.2 Kgs )
Andy Roberts - Middleweight Division ( 72.4 Kg - 75.0 Kg )
Justin Hassall - Middleweight Division ( 72.4 Kg - 75.0 Kg )
David Garth - Middleweight Division ( 72.4 Kg - 75.0 Kg )
Rob Lightburn - Light-Middleweight ( 69.6 Kg - 72.3 Kgs )
Alan Lee - Light-Middleweight ( 69.6 Kg - 72.3 Kgs )
David Charles - Middleweight Division ( 72.4 Kg - 75.0 Kg )
Chris Southern - Light-Middleweight ( 69.6 Kg - 72.3 Kgs )
Randy Savage - Light-Middleweight ( 69.6 Kg - 72.3 Kgs )
Ben Marshall - Light-Middleweight ( 69.6 Kg - 72.3 Kgs )
Kyle Walker - Super-Welterweight ( 66.9 Kg - 69.5 Kgs )
Danny Wier - Super-Welterweight ( 66.9 Kg - 69.5 Kgs )
Adnan Rashid - Welterweight ( 64.6 Kg - 66.8 Kg )
Ryan O'Donnell - Light-Welterweight ( 62.3 Kg - 64.5 Kg )
Matt Murt - Light-Welterweight ( 62.3 Kg - 64.5 Kg )
Chris Heath - Light-Welterweight ( 62.3 Kg - 64.5 Kg )
Darryl Ellis - Super-Lightweight Division ( 57.8 Kg - 62.2 Kg )
Chris Allen - Super-Lightweight Division ( 57.8 Kg - 62.2 Kg )
Ian Finnegan - Super-Lightweight Division ( 57.8 Kg - 62.2 Kg )
Ken Marsh - Heavyweight Division ( 88.7 Kg - 97.7 Kgs )
Susan McCaccery - Super-Middleweight Division ( + 75.0 Kgs )
Cath Stroud - Super-Middleweight Division ( + 75.0 Kgs )
Rachael Wolf - Super-Middleweight Division ( + 75.0 Kgs )
Janet Hartley - Super-Welterweight ( 66.9 Kg - 69.5 Kgs )
Angela Atkinson - Welterweight ( 64.6 Kg - 66.8 Kg )
Chant Cameron - Welterweight ( 64.6 Kg - 66.8 Kg )
Natalie Sharkie - Light-Welterweight ( 62.3 Kg - 64.5 Kg )
Paige Farrington- Featherweight Division ( 57.7 Kg Max )
Laura Arnold - Featherweight Division ( 57.7 Kg )
Tracey Richards - Featherweight Division ( 57.7 Kg )

Good luck with the show Neil and David x

...and happy birthday to you for next weekend!

:)

( yep, working on good friday - the joy of martial arts!)

OOOhhhh only a week to go!!!
I'm getting excited now, but just realised I have to work in the morning :(

hope your finished nice an early stuart! you dont want to miss any of the action!

Just work quickly stuart!
Remember daytime is novices filtering through to the senior bouts in the evening so hopefully you wont miss our SUPERSTARS!!

Don't worry, although I have 2 days work to fit in on a Saturday, I will be there, eager and ready to go !

Better get my tickets bought, please will you put 2 to one side for me Dave before they all sell out. I'll sort you out tomorrow (with the money).

I've been told they are more popular than a Take That ticket to a desperate middle aged housewife.

Stuart Ginnever writes:

"I've been told they are more popular than a Take That ticket to a desperate middle aged housewife".

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Lol! - You guys are crazy.

Great to see some new axers, make sure you say hello as the show so I can put a face to the names.

just a short week this now ladies and gents!!
We are looking to be pretty snowed under again - Its going to be an awesome show.
I know we have some very promising newcomers on the show along with our talented seniors.!
Massive support for the OSR style ruling again - this is definitely the format our teams, audiences and atheletes prefer.
To all those who have ordered tables from me - prepare yourselves for sunday sore throat-itis!

As a final note the bar will be open from 12.00 along with the cafe for hot and cold food/drinks.

Does anyone know if Mr Deep-Deep-Undercover Pearson is back yet?

He He,im not im still here,training in the number 1 camp in Thailand,ahh bliss,see you guys in a short while,not for the show im afraid but have a real good one and good luck to all teams.

There you are...

I was in Spain, Hasdell Sensei was in Cuba, and Jedi Master Pearson in the land of the smiles.

Axers international! Brian should get some T-Shirts done :)

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Got the pics yesterday - so thank your man for that when you see him.

Would Anthon be available for Dave's event? I dont have a contact for him, and not heard from Sam or anyone.

Also, any updates on Robbie.

Well i was just in sunny ol britain running up rivington for fun!
not that im the jelous type!

running up rivington and fun in the same sentence !!!!!!!!!!

What can i say!
I love them nutter steps at the top ceejay!

just 2 days to go!!!
Be ready People!

how much are tickets?

spectator tickets are £17.50 in advance or £20 on the day

Looks like we have two title 'defences' headling the event, one a British and one an English, as well as a British and an English title contest in chief support.

Just waiting for the final confirmations.

good luck to all the leigh dragons today. looks like its gona be another great show !

Good luck to all, course it's gunna be a good un my fellas fightin. Cameras ready and smile.

Lol!

Great event tonight, supported by Amateurs from across England. A packed out show, that ran smoothly from start to finish - with several bouts bringing the audience to its feet.

Thankyou to everyone that supported, competed and also worked behind the scenes to make this event the success that it was.

Following, a few pics from the evenings entertainment...

Official IKF trophies.

Badged accordingly.

For those contesting IKF championships.

From the stalls.

From the stalls.

From the stalls.

Andy Roberts ( Leigh - Dave Eckersley )
vs
Justin Hasell ( Altrincham - Pele Nathan )

IKF
English Middleweight Title( OSR )

Andy Roberts ( Leigh - Dave Eckersley )
vs
Justin Hasell ( Altrincham - Pele Nathan )

IKF
English Middleweight Title( OSR )

Andy Roberts ( Leigh - Dave Eckersley )
vs
Justin Hasell ( Altrincham - Pele Nathan )

IKF
English Middleweight Title( OSR )

Ryan O'Donnell - DEFENDING CHAMPION ( Warrington - Mark Matthews )
vs
Matthew Murt ( Cornwall - Al Oakley )

IKF
English Light-Welterweight Title( OSR )

Ryan O'Donnell - DEFENDING CHAMPION ( Warrington - Mark Matthews )
vs
Matthew Murt ( Cornwall - Al Oakley )

IKF
English Light-Welterweight Title( OSR )

Rob Lightburn ( Warrington - Mark Matthews )
vs
Ben Marsh ( Teeside - Mike Carr )

IKF
British Light-Middleweight Title( OSR )

Rob Lightburn ( Warrington - Mark Matthews )
vs
Ben Marsh ( Teeside - Mike Carr )

IKF
British Light-Middleweight Title( OSR )

Main Event : Double Title Bout!

Janet Hartley ( Leigh - Dave Eckersley )
vs
Chantell Cameron ( Milton Keynes - Lee Hasdell )- Defending M.W. Champion

IKF
Ladies British Welterweight Title( OSR )
&
IKF
Ladies British Middleweight Title ( OSR )

Main Event : Double Title Bout!

Janet Hartley ( Leigh - Dave Eckersley )
vs
Chantell Cameron ( Milton Keynes - Lee Hasdell )- Defending M.W. Champion

IKF
Ladies British Welterweight Title( OSR )
&
IKF
Ladies British Middleweight Title ( OSR )

Main Event : Double Title Bout!

Janet Hartley ( Leigh - Dave Eckersley )
vs
Chantell Cameron ( Milton Keynes - Lee Hasdell )- Defending M.W. Champion

IKF
Ladies British Welterweight Title( OSR )
&
IKF
Ladies British Middleweight Title ( OSR )

A few of the faces that helped bring this event together...

Neil Holden, Lee Green, Pele Nathan, Dave Eckersley, and Lee Hasdell

( Al Oaklay and Mike Carr had gone deep-deep-undercover! )

Not forgetting the one that put a smile on a few faces...

The ringcard girl!

Not forgetting the one that put a smile on a few faces...

The ringcard girl!

Pele doing his bit for the IKF, with his official shirt and ring-card.

:)

well done neil and dave, looks like a cracker of an event...well done 2 chantelle cameron, she was on b4 me last sep and i remember thinking how talented she was and how glad i was that she wern't in my weight catagory ha ha xxx

Well done to all,looks like it was a great event,gutted that i missed it,the ring girl is beautifull and Pele looks real happy!,see ya all soon.

OMG what a night. Congratulations to all WINNERS & RUNNERS UP. Especially to my hubby who is now IKF English Middleweight Champion, Andy Roberts. I'm so proud of you.

I would like to thank all instructors and atheletes for making this event as great as it was!
Also a big thanks to those behind the scenes who rarely get any visual credit.

I must say its great to see Pele embracing all that is traditional in martial arts!

At least i think thats what hes embracing!

That was some contest Andy Roberts was in. Making a comeback, after being sent to the canvas for an eight count.

What the Japanese call, true fighting spirit!

Well done to both Andy and Justin H.

Ladies Welterweight - British Title DEFENCE
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Janet Hartley - 20
Chantelle Cameron - 41


Light-Middleweight - British Title
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Rob Lightburn - 60
Ben Marshall - 90


Light-Welterweight - English Title DEFENCE
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Ryan O'Donnell - 47
Matt Murt - 70


Middleweight - English Title
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Andy Roberts - 103
Justin Hassall - 65


Light-Heavyweight
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Ste Martin - 123
Mark Walsh - 105


Super-Heavyweight
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John Brough - 17
Fraser Opie - 27

Heavyweight
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John Paul Emanu - No Contest
Ken Marsh - No Contest

Light-Heavyweight
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Neil Ditchfield - 94
Alexander Twiselton - 101

Cruiserweight
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Joe Holman - 137
Darren Cooper-Smith - 143

Middleweight
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Alan Lee - 19
Danny Wier - 39

Cruiserweight
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Andy Hawkins - 49
Robbie Harrison - 15

ladies Super-Middleweight
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Rachael Wolfenden - 35
Cath Stroud - 69

Light-Middleweight
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Danny Garth - 101
Kyle Walker - 77

Ladies Welterweight
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Angela Atkinson - 70
Natalie Sharkie - 37


Light-Middleweight
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David Charlesworth - 17
Randy Savage - 45

Light-Middleweight
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Adnan Rashid - 87
Chris Southern - 69

Cruiserweight
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David Corless-Smth - 40
Michael Reynolds - 22

Top night - many thanks to Dave, Neil & all the judges etc that worked so hard to make it such a success.
We drive up from Cornwall in all weathers for these events, and they are always worth it!

who holds the british ifk full contact male at 75kg at the moment and his record if possible please

http://www.ikfkickboxing.com/IKFEurope.htm

Colin and Carl deal with the UK Full-Contact format.

Hope this helps.

Ringside roundup from the Warrington Guardian.

Support like this for Amateur Kickboxing, gives martial arts in general a great boost, increasing chances of sports council recognition and funding.

Especially when supported with a clean action photo, showing full safety equipment etc..

Also checkout for further pics/info

http://www.warringtonguardian.co.uk/

and search "kickboxing"

Andy Roberts - leigh - English Champion

Danny wier leigh scores with front kick

Danny Wier and myself

Check this out.

http://www.ikfkickboxing.com/1NEWS.htm

The IKF site is looking really nice!