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Don Frye Signs with Shark Fight
 (PRESS
RELEASE) -- In 2009 popular Texas fight promoter Shark Fight
Promotions and ESPN 1440 radio secured their place in MMA history by
airing the first live MMA broadcast in the U.S. Shark Fight
Promotions announced today that they have joined forces with ESPN
1440 once again, this time to sign the legendary Don Frye to a ten
fight commentating deal. Frye, one of the founding fathers of MMA,
is not only a highly decorated champion; he is also a well
established actor, writer, and radio personality. Frye will partner
with ESPN 1440 Host Warren McCarty to call the action, as it
happens, during the live radio broadcasts. According to Warren
McCarty, founder and host of My Passion is Football on ESPN 1440,
“Don Frye is quite possibly the most unique individual I’ve ever met
in the world of MMA. This man has accomplished so much in a sport
that defines the ultimate test of a man’s skill, determination, and
toughness. Don Frye’s in- depth knowledge of the fight game is
unsurpassed. His deep intimidating voice is well recognized, his
strong opinions are well respected, and fans relate to his comical
outlook on life. That being said, I have no doubt that Don will
quickly become known as one of the most entertaining and insightful
color commentators in the business. It’s an honor to have him as my
broadcast partner.” Don Frye will make his Shark Fight commentating
debut with ESPN 1440 host Warren McCarty on February 5th, 2010,
during Shark Fight 8 at the Fair Park Coliseum in Lubbock, Texas.
“Don Frye is undoubtedly a legend in the great sport of MMA” states
Medley, President of Shark Fight Promotions. “He immediately became
a fan favorite in the Shark Fight arena, both as a fighter and an
entertainer. Don immediately came to mind when we discussed bringing
on a celebrity color commentator. We are extremely excited to have
him on the team. I have no doubt that Don will be instrumental in
taking Shark Fight MMA broadcasts to the next level. You never know
what he’s going to say, but it’s always entertaining.” Shark Fights
reputation undoubtedly played a big part in securing Don Frye to the
ten fight color commentating deal. The highly respected fight
organization has quickly become a leader in the industry, attracting
well sought after fighters both in and out of the cage, from A-list
contenders such as Don “The Predator” Frye, Trevor Prangley and Josh
“The Dentist” Neer, to celebrity commentators such as HDnet’s Bas
Rutten and Ron Kruck. In the words of Bas Rutten, legendary mixed
martial arts fighter and host of HDnet’s Inside MMA, “Shark Fights
is quickly becoming a mainstay in MMA – it’s a must see show.” In
2009 Shark Fight Promotions exceeded the expectations of many by
breaking the attendance record for an outdoor MMA event in Texas,
and by making MMA history by airing the first live MMA radio
broadcast in the U.S. The fight promotion’s contributions to the
sport have not gone un-noticed, as they have been publicly
recognized by well established media outlets within the MMA
industry. Shark Fights not only earned the title of “Best Pro
Promotion of 2009” by Texas Fight News Magazine and “Best Pro
Promotion of 2009 in the Southwest Region” by ULTMMA.Com (Uniting
Locals Through Mixed Martial Arts), they surpassed all others and
claimed the title of “Best Pro Promotion of the Year”, also awarded
by ULTMMA.com. Sports fans in Texas, Eastern New Mexico,
Southeastern Colorado, Southwestern Kansas, and Northern Oklahoma
can tune in via the radio at ESPN 1440 AM. MMA fans across the
nation can tune in online at www.ESPN1440.com. For more information
on Shark Fight Promotions and to view the full fight card for Shark
Fight 8 – Super Brawl, please log on to www.Sharkfights.com. About
Shark Fight Promotions: Shark Fight Promotions, based out of
Amarillo Texas, is an up and coming Fight Promotion Company
dedicated to driving the growth of mixed martial arts through the
production of high quality MMA events and by effectively showcasing
MMA fighters. The organization takes pride in putting the fans and
fighters first; therefore they strive to make each Shark Fight event
more exciting than the last. Executives within the organization are
committed to producing impressive fight cards with extremely
competitive matchups. They are also very passionate about their
philanthropic endeavors. Shark Fight Promotions stays very involved
in charity causes by partnering with, and contributing to,
non-profit organizations in each city that hosts a Shark Fight
Promotions event.
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