SSSF goes 5-2
at AFO's "Last Man Standing"
February 26, 2010
Review by
www.afomma.com

The atmosphere at Lombardo’s in Randolph, Massachusetts can only be described as electrifying. The American Fighting Organization was on hand to deliver one of the best cards in New England’s history. The Ballroom was jam packed and the sell-out crowd was full of energy that lasted through all 22 fights. The evening had everything you could hope for in a mixed martial arts spectacular. A new AFO Champion was crowned, highlight reel finishes and 3 rounds wars were the standard as promised for weeks leading up to the event, this card consisted of all well matched fights, and it delivered on that promise big time.

Below are just clips from the rest of the review that pertained to SSSF and their fights. To read the full review visit www.afomma.com.

"South Shore Sport Fighting was on hand for our next fight as popular 135er John Campbell was able to finish Cido Hoff with unanswered strikes. Campbell improves to 2-0 and looks to be a force at 135."

"In an epic 3 round war Dave LaChappelle from SSSF picked up the decision victory and the prestigious Carried Out Fight Gear “Fighter of the Night” award when he engaged in an absolute battle with NEMMA representative Erik Lee. LaChappelle fought through an early injury to walk away from the cage with an unbeaten record of 3-0."

"Next up was another highly anticipated battle between South Shore Sport Fightings John DeRusha and Sityodtong’s Lewis Corapi. Both fighters entered the cage undefeated and from highly respected training camps. The fight lived up to the hype and was an exciting back and forth showcase. DeRusha was able to grind out the decision win and move up to 3-0. The fight had back and forth moments and both of these 155ers showed exceptional skill. A rematch down the line would be a “can’t miss” affair."

"We saw an impressive debut as newcomer Mike Zatek from Schneider MMA faced off against “Sloppy” Joe Lameroux from SSSF. The fight was back and forth and had a good mix of technicality and brawling. At the end of 3 rounds we went to the judge’s score cards. Zatek picked up the split decision victory and definitely impressed many in the crowd."

"The Heavyweights were up next as Paul Barry from SSSF and Steve Skrzat from Fight Factory put on an impressive show. The crowd was unbelievably animated for this war and you could barely hear yourself think as the roof was completely blown off of Lombardo’s. Paul Barry found an opening and connected clean, rocking Skrzat, Paul followed things up with a barrage of blows and Steve began to back pedal fastly, Barry reigned in a few more blows as the referee stepped in to stop the fight with Steve still standing at 4:54 of round 1. Skrzat protested the stoppage."

"In the Co-Main event of the evening two of the area’s top wrestlers squared off as South Shore Sport Fighting’s Jeff Moore, a former wrestling coach, took on the previously undefeated Brian Marino. This fight went all three rounds and was a technical battle from the onset. Moore used his wrestling and Marino hung tough throughout the full 15 minute battle. Moore picked up the decision victory. We will definitely see both of these great competitors back in the future."

"Finally, in our Main Event of the Evening, defending AFO Welterweight Champion Paddy “Thunder Kitten” Thompson took on BJJ ace Tim O’Connell. Paddy Thompson, who possess lightning speed and knockout power in both hands looked to keep things standing, but the fight hit the mat and O’Connell went right to work exhibiting his unbelievable jiu jitsu skills. O’Connell secured the back and got hooks in and immediately targeted Thompson’s neck, sinking in a rear naked choke and capturing his first Championship Title. Paddy Thompson, gracious in defeat strapped the title around O’Connell’s waist and raised his hands high as the crowd applauded both of these competitors and this amazing display of sportsmanship. Paddy is looking for the rematch and the fans in attendance and everyone who orders the dvd from afomma.com will be looking forward to that showdown."

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SSSF was also in action the same night
at WCF in Wilmington!
Review by Greg Saks
www.northeastmma.net

MATT JOHNSON (SSSF) vs NELSON GAIPO 
Pro 2×4, 155lbs

Round 1: Gaipo immediately throws & whiffs on a high kick, loses his balance and is on the mat. Johnson moves into Gaipo’s guard. Gaipo has a high guard and is actively looking for something. First threatens to get an armbar and then locks in a tight triangle. Johnson taps.

Official Result: Nelson Gaipo wins by triangle choke, 0:35 of round 1.



South Shore Sportfighting goes 5-3 in total for the night, 13-4 on the year!