American Stand Up - Mixed Martial Arts

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AMERICAN STAND UP - MIXED MARTIAL ARTS...
American Stand Up is built upon two foundations:  #1 fighters as the priority and #2 produce the best quality the mixed martial arts world has ever seen.   

The leadership team at American Stand Up are all active duty members of the United States Military. We run American Stand Up profit free, giving all profits back to the fighters to support training, travel and fights.  This fact, along with our slow and persistent approach to advertisement, separates us from the 20 other brands that pop up at every event but go under as there is no way to support the rock star image they portray. We are not completely selfless as we get incredible joy out of taking care of and building relationships with fighters. The fighters truly are the focus of American Stand Up, and we believe that this will lead to long term success in the industry. We currently sponsor over 80 fighters in 4 countries.

We are absolutely obsessed with quality. Every ounce of our effort is spent towards developing the best product on the market. At American Stand Up we have spent $0 on marketing our product to corporations. Our entire marketing plan is to equip fighters with the best pair of gloves, headgear, Thai pads, etc that they have ever seen, and in return they'll tell 100 other fighters about us.

WHO WE ARE..
We are the amateur fighters who travel 300 miles, on are own dime, just for the opportunity to fight.  We are the professional fighters who sell shirts out of the back of a truck to pay for training.  We are the fighters who live in the gym, are always in shape, and show up ready to fight with less than 2 days notice.  We are 100% fighters and are about taking care fighters. 

WHO WE ARE NOT...
We are not thugs, pimps or commercial.  We are not the trendy new MMA rack at Footlocker, and soon Wal-Mart.  We are not the $30,000 logo in the center of the UFC octagon.  We are not a tiny logo on the left pocket of an undershirt for a headline fighter.  We are not company owners who think we deserve more spotlight than our fighters.

 


RECENT NEWS...

- American Stand Up's winter shipment is in!  We have fully restocked the following items after being sold out for several months.  Please contact us at fighters@americanstandup.com for all bulk orders and affiliate team discounts.
Oct 20, 2009

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- Kyle France's "MMA Minded" goes for 5 victories at  Absolute Fighting Alliance: 2 - "Onslaught".  Long-time American Stand Up fighter, Rocky "StoneFist" France headlined the event with his title fight against Norman Alexander.  Delivering another excellent show for the fans, this fight went to the end of the 3rd round with total domination by Rocky. After getting hit by Rocky early in the first round, Norm quickly wanted the fight to the ground and that is where the majority of the fight was spent. Norm never managed to get Rocky down but instead, after every shot, Rocky stuffed him and ended up on top in Norms guard. Rocky split norm over both eyes and toward the end of the 3rd round the ref stepped in to have the Dr. take a look at the cuts. They quickly realized that Norm was not coherent from all the blood lost and stopped the fight. With this win, Rocky is now AFA's Professional lightweight champion!

In another showcase bout, Brooke "Death by Chocolate" McKillip faced off against Kristina Lopez (125lbs).  This fight was a very dominate performance from Brooke. She controlled much of the fight delivering punches from every position and angle. Toward the end of the 2nd round, the ref had finally seen enough and stopped the fight after a few elbows from Brooke. Brooke is MMA Minded's first and only female fighter and holds an undefeated record.  

To get the additional details on the event check out www.MMAMinded.com.
Oct 11, 2009

 


- Coach Tim Gillett and "Gillett MMA" continue to establish themselves as the underground gem training center of the entire Northeast region.  At the World Championship Fighting, Tim's protégée Josh LeBerge proved why Team Gillett's reputations is growing by the event.  Josh had the entire 3,000-person crowd on their feet as he put on a flawless performance against New England's #5 rated featherweight, Dan Bonnell.  Josh came out in the opening round confident of his stand up, but in no rush to engage until he saw an opening.  As soon as the chance presented itself, Josh quickly overwhelmed his highly respected opponent and won via TKO at 1:20 of Round 1.  
September 26, 2009

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- The future of team American Stand Up.  Name: Sean Furze Jr "THE KILLER"; Age: 7; Home: East Bridgewater, Ma; Fights out of: Lauzon MMA Bridgewater, Ma; Styles: Uechi Ryu, BJJ, MMA

September 8, 2009


- AmericanStandUp.com recently received the following feedback on our new Jiu Jitus Gis from stand out team member Christopher Arant.  

"How's it going, brother? I just got a chance to try out the Gi I ordered from you a few weeks ago, and all I can say is "wow"! Two straight hours of rolling in this thing and it held up as well or better than the Luckys, Korals, and Atamas. And the collar on it is ridiculous! Nobody was able to choke me with it because it's huge and stiff, just like it should be. My instructor even asked me where I got it, because he'd never heard of American Stand Up and was impressed by the quality. Another piece of top notch gear in my collection. On another note, I have a seminar the 15th with the legendary Relson Gracie (founder of our school), and 5 time world BJJ champion Daniel Moraes (our lead instructor)."
September 7, 2009



- Travis "The Show Stopper"  Bartlett of Marcus Davis' "Team Irish" successfully defended his 205-lb Full Force Title at Untamed 29 in Marlborough, Massachusetts.  Travis displayed is from Golden Glove Champion stand up skills and blasted out his highly regarded challenger, Josh Watson (4-0), in less than 2 minutes via TKO.  With this victory, "The Show Stopper" moves to 7-1 and is likely to graduate from regional headliner to the national show level.      
September 7, 2009



- This past weekend, we received the following feedback from a long time member of Team American Stand Up.  Thanks for the encouragement ... this is the type of thing that keeps us motivated!
August 22, 2009

"I wanted to take a moment to thank you and your fellow Soldiers ( HERO'S ) for your sacrifice and service, we often take being an American lightly and rarely get the opportunity to express our gratitude to the dedicated Men and Woman of the greatest Country in World .That make it possible. Honor, Integrity , and Loyalty are NOT just cool words. They are decisions that you and your fellow Soldiers make everyday and Define Today's American Soldier, I am a 43 yr. old man that has been involved in this sport at a local level since VALE TUDO shorts where considered all good ( they are not ) grin. This thing has exploded, and in a market filled with folks that have no Warriors Spirit, Its refreshing to see you folks committing yours to our sport. I have a few pieces of your gear and I will Proudly ROCK Them SUMBITCH'S...... Your Little Mission Statement letter you sent me to thank me for my purchase fueled this little note, But it is Honor Of your Brothers and Sisters in Arms, that inspires it. 
Thank You ......Just didnt Seem to Express it , Sincerly, Rob."


- Strength & conditioning coach Kevin Kearns & UFC star Marcus Davis demonstrate a sprawl training routine on this episode. For more MMA training tips & instructional videos, visit MMATraining.com. 
August 10, 2009


- Sean Barnett of Jody Poff's "Peak Submission Shootbox Academy" defeated Josh Castro and became the #1 rated 135-lb fighter by the NAAFS (Video Below)Sean pulls an Arm Bar submission which breaks Josh Castros arm.  The entire team at American Stand Up wishes Josh a speedy and full recovery from this injury.  At the same event, "Peak Submission" continued its Ohio dominance when when Allan Weickert of Jody Poff's "Peak Submission Shootbox Academy" defeated UFC veteran Sean Salmon for the NAAFS 185-lb Professional Title (Pictured Below).  Allan won also via 2nd Rd submission (Arm Bar).  
August 1, 2009



- Jeremy Small (22-7-0) of of Jim Small's "Team GetYaSome" defeated previously undefeated Jarrod L-heureux (6-0) at the Victory Fighting Championships (VFC).  Jeremy is the Northwest Fight Club 185 pound champion, while L'heureux is the Northwest Fight Club 205 pound champion. This was a headline fight for the VFC, an organization has graduated 22 fighters directly to the UFC.  With performances like this ... Jeremy will be next!  Plus check out his use of the AmericanStandUp.com "Cage Feet"!
July 25, 2009

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- Matt Bentley of "Team Mick Doyle" Mixed Martial Arts of Omaha, Nebraska put on another impressive performance this week.  Matt defeated Josh Wright via 1st Rd submission at VFC 28:  Throwdown.  His performance thrilled the nearly 4,000 fans in attendance and earned him "Submission of the Night".  Catch the video below.
July 25, 2009


- The Junior Predators (of Paul Faro's Predator MMA) showcased the talents of their next generation athletes.  After going undefeated in High School Wrestling this past season, Sean Faro won the 14-year-old 130lb Advanced Division.  Bella Harris also put on a great performance in the 70lb Novice Division.  Congrats to the Junior Predators!
July 25, 2009

 


- Original American Stand Up team member Amir Khillah post another impressive victory.  Amir score a 17 second head kick knockout over Bradley McRae at Jeremy Horn's "Elight Fight Night 9".  Apparently Bradley did not do his research, standing with Amir (even for 17 seconds) can be very dangerous to one's health.  Amir's impressive stand up was develop through his own "Lighting Kicks Training Center" in Kalamazoo, MI.  In addition to his stand up, he has also polished his ground skills as a resident fighter at Matt Hughes HIT Squad for the past year.  
June 25, 2009

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- American Stand-Up sponsored Team GETYASOME traveled to Tarkio, Missouri, for the Northwest Fight Club's GOLD RUSH event.  Dustin Hartwig improved his record to 2-1 when he defeated JaMarcus Brown of Leavenworth, KS via tapout due to an arm bar at 2:30 of round one.  Most of the action involved vicious knee strikes while standing in the clinch, however when it went to the ground Hartwig's submission ability quickly ended the match. Nathan Holde (Top Picture) improved to 4-1 with a win over Frank Trombino of Nebraska City, NE. Holden drove Trombino into the cage and immediately secured a standing guillotine and then finished the choke on the ground via tapout at 0:33 of round one. Jeremy Small (21-7) was featured in the main event of the evening versus Mike Jones (15-5) of Columbia, MO, for the Northwest Fight Club's Middleweight Championship. After a few early leg kicks by Small the action pressed against the cage wall when Small picked Jones up to should height and slammed him to the canvas. Small's submission skill proved too much for Jones as Small wins via tapout  due to an arm triangle at 1:00 of round one... and is now the Northwest Fight Club Middleweight Champion (Bottom Picture). Team GETYASOME trains out of the Hands 2 War Gym located in Crete, NE.
June 23, 2009

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- Paul Faro's "Team Predatory" goes undefeated at Elite Championship Cage Fighting (Charlotte, NC).  Jeremy Harris defeated Randy Williams via decision in the "Fight of the Night!".  Jeremy's performance proved all rumors that he is a 145-lb juggernaut that the entire East Cost MMA scene must pay close attention to.  Additionally, Josh Pope put on a dominating performance at 135 lbs defeating Lonnie Prince III by second round TKO (ground pound pictured below).  Team Predator has been one of the fastest growing teams in North Carolina over the past year.  For fighters looking to train full time or peak for a title fight, contact Paul Faro at  pfaro@rogersnc.com.  
June 13, 2009

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- Rashad Evans sports a custom pair of American Stand Up Vale Tudo fight shorts during UFC 98 "Evans vs. Machida".  Despite losing his title, Rashad Evans skill, athleticism, and explosiveness earned hit a spot as the next coach of "The Ultimate Fighter".  The entire crew at American Stand Up thanks to Rashad, Jervis Cole and "Team Rashad" for their support of the integrity of our brand and we look forward to him reclaiming his title in 2010.    
May 28, 2009

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- UFC light heavyweight champion Rashad Evans granted Sherdog.com’s Dave Mandel all access as he trained in Albuquerque for his bout with Lyoto Machida.  In keeping with tradition, Rashad trains in a pair of American Stand Up "Fight Skin" shorts.  Click here to check out more.
May 23, 2009

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- Not even a week after Team Tim Gillett fighter Josh LaBerge's last victory he now faced an even bigger challenge in Strikezones’ Chris Simmons (6-1).  Josh LaBerge, a foundation fighter of the American Stand Up sponsorship team, agreed to fight Simmons, who boasted an impressive reccord with his only loss being to Ken Stone, on short notice and only six days after a unanimous decision victory over Frank Latina at USFL’s “Springfield Massacre.” Each man came out strong at the start of round one. Simmons scored a take down and initiated the ground fight. The rest of round one, and the majority of round two and three, was a grappling match. LaBerge was able to control the fight on the ground, defend against Simmons’ submission attempts and maintain top position for the majority of the fight. His wrestling and ground and pound were too much for Simmons and won LaBerge the decision.  Read additional details at Bill Murphy's www.FromTheGut.us.
April 20, 2009


- American Stand-Up sponsored Team GETYASOME out of Crete, Nebraska, competed at the Northwest Fight Club  event in Tarkio, Missouri on April 18th. Team GETYASOME ended the evening going 3-0 with brillian performances by Nathan Holden (2nd Rd Submission), Donovan Winters (2nd Rd Submission), and Jeremy Small (25 sec TKO).  The team trains out of the Hands 2 War MMA gym in Crete, NE, with their primary trainer, Mark Swarthout, of Beatrice, NE. For more info, go to www.teamgetyasome.com
March 19, 2009


- Glenn Brown, of team "The Green Mountain Boys", put on the Fight of the Night at Joe Cavallaro's latest World Championship Fighting event (WCFighting.com) in Massachusetts.  Corned by Middleweight Champ Nate "The Animal" Kittredge, Glen defeated the previously unbeaten professional John Benoit (7-0). Glenn's performance was the highlight of 2009 so far for American Stand Up as the entire team came together to help him peak for this fight. The American Stand Up team of Billy D, Bill Murphy, and John Hagopian coordinated an brilliant camp which culminated with a trip to Las Vegas to train with Wanderlei Silva at his new "Team Wand Fight Center" and work stand up with Ken Hahn at " Striking Unlimited".  Congratulations to Glenn, Nate, and the rest of "The Green Mountain Boys" up in Vermont! 
March 15, 2009


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