2009 PANCRASE
MILE HIGH NATIONAL SUBMISSION WRESTLING CHAMPIONSHIP
“King of Combat Sports” returns to Broomfield, Colorado on March 14th
Denver/Broomfield, Colorado, March 8, 2009 – It’s that time again. On March 14th, the world’s best combat grapplers travel to Colorado to test themselves in the ultimate submission fighting challenge. Now in it’s ninth year, the Pancrase USA sanctioned tournament has matured into a world renowned event. Last year nearly 400 fighters from ten countries and thousands of spectators took part in our World Championship series. This year promises to be even bigger and better. New for 2009 is a team award named in honor of Pancrase President Masami Ozaki. The tournament’s top scoring team takes home this prestigious national championship trophy. Also new are special “King and Queen of Combat Grappling” awards for the absolute division national champions. Fans and competitors alike can look forward to a day of world-class submission grappling from experts in the world’s oldest martial art. Discover why mixed martial arts and submission fighting have rapidly become the nation’s fastest growing and most popular new combat sport. As always, the Pancrase World Championship is held in conjunction with the 18th Old Timers Wrestling Tourney (collegiate style). Both tournaments run simultaneously and at the same location. Competitors and spectators may participate in both events. Competition begins at 9:00 AM, Saturday, March 14th, at the Broomfield High School, 1 Eagle Way, Broomfield, Colorado, 80020. The venue is located within minutes of downtown Denver and the international airport. The metro area offers a full range of accommodations and amenities for out of town visitors. * 29 National Championship Divisions: Team, men and women’s beginner, intermediate, advanced and absolute.* Free Pancrase tournament t-shirts for competitors.* National Championship Team Award.* King & Queen of Combat Grappling Trophies for the world’s best male and female submission fighter.* Division awards 1st through 4th place.* Master of Ceremonies – “Brother from Another” Al Pallone.* Held in Conjunction with the “18th Annual Old Timers Wrestling Tourney* Low-cost advertiser/sponsor tables and other opportunities are still available. For additional information visit the Pancrase USA webpage at http://www.pancrase.us/ *************************************************************************************************************************************** 2009 Pancrase Mile High National Submission Wrestling Championships Event date: Saturday, March 14, 2009, 9:00 AM Location: Broomfield High School, 1 Eagle Way, Broomfield, Colorado, 80020 Spectator fees: Adults – $6; Children ages 5 through 17 – $5; children under 5 – free. Entry fee: $38 Competitor Weigh-in & Registration: (pre-registration NOT required. Register and pay at the weigh-ins)Friday, March 13, 2009, 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Broomfield, H. S. Wrestling RoomSaturday, March 14, 2009, 6:00 a.m. to 7:00 a.m., Broomfield, H. S. Wrestling Room Website: http://www.pancrase.us/ Additional Information: Mr. Will Hendricks, tel: (303) 635-0530, (303) 589-3394, email: sportmasters@msn.com