On Saturday March 10th, Nicci Soutiere participates in DEVASTATION. The historic event hosts 4 titles belts which are up for grabs for Pan America. The belts are sanctioned by PAMU (Pan American MuayThai Union). PAMU is recognized by IFMA. In the only Women's Title Fight, Soutiere faces Brazilian Ruth Aquino who is the Argentinian Champion. Both girls love to fight and will put on a war for the audience!

NICCI SOUTIERE PRE FIGHT THOUGHTS...
Soutiere: I expect a difficult and challenging fight. Everyone brings a unique style to the sport, so I just want to make sure I train my hardest and be prepared to handle whatever may come. Aquino and the rest of the fighters are coming a long way to compete here in Calgary, and they are title belt shots. They won't take these fights lightly.

THOUGHTS ON YOUR FIGHT AGAINST AQUINO...
Soutiere: I don't know too much on Aquino. I believe she has been competing for a few years now, but am unsure of her record (it is 18 wins and 2 losses). I'm sure she is passionate about the sport as we are, and she will be determined to win, just as I am.

QUICK FIGHT UPDATES...
Soutiere: I've been very fortunate this past year to compete at home, other provinces, the US and in Germany. I've come across a lot of diverse talent, and it has helped to grow tremendously in the sport. I believe I racked up 10 fights in 2011 alone.

TOUGHEST FIGHT IN YOUR CAREER...
Soutiere: The toughest fight of my career so far has been in Vancouver for the Canada vs. China competition. I competed against Bai Jing. It was difficult fight, one count for the loss, and another being learning to handle a different style of fighter. She trained in a different martial art, and we both met under K-1 rules. She used different tactics and a style I wasn't used too, and I wasn't able to handle it as well as I had hoped. But it was a fantastic learning experience and it has helped me change some of my fight tactics so I am better equipped to handle diverse styles of fighters.

WHO WOULD YOU LIKE TO FIGHT...
Soutiere: I honestly couldn't say... I'm still up and coming in the sport and am still learning about a lot of other fighters. I would be excited to compete with anyone who felt I would be a challenge.

WHAT'S UP NEXT (after you fight AQUINO)...
Soutiere: Next up after this fight is another home town competition in April. We have fighters coming in from Uzbekistan. After that I hope to compete and qualify for Team Canada to earn the right to represent Team Miles and Canada in St. Petersburg, Russia, for the IFMA Amateur World Championships in September.

ANYTHING ELSE YOU WOULD LIKE TO SAY...
Soutiere: I expect this could be my toughest fight yet. We both want the belt. It will all get settled in the ring.
Of course I want to thank all my coaches. I am very fortunate to work with some of the best in the world. I completely trust their knowledge and I know they will have me ready for this fight. I also want to thank my teammates who help me grow and push me forward in this sport. And finally all my friends and family for their support. This sport is so amazing and exciting, I love sharing it with others.

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