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Weapons of Choicenew

There are a few rules for the fans. No hitting in the head and no hitting with the buckle. The fans are supposed to stay on their designated side of the ring (two per side), though that idea quickly disintegrates. When one wrestler gets thrown out, all eight run to where he lands.
Fort Worth Weekly  |  Dan McGraw  |  02-03-2010  |  Sports

Revenge Served Cold: Why Do Hockey Players Fight?new

Despite the obvious risks, fighting is, and remains, an integral part of the game of hockey, including for this hockey fan and reporter. The first fight I remember seeing, in person and fully comprehending what was going on, may have been one involving former 'Cane bruiser Jesse Boulerice.
INDY Week  |  Kate Shefte  |  01-28-2010  |  Sports

'Fighting' Packs No Punchnew

Channing Tatum's sputtering performance and a stereotypical plot lead Fighting to failure.
Tucson Weekly  |  Bob Grimm  |  04-29-2009  |  Reviews

Bare-Knuckles: Dito Montiel Hits His Sophomore Slump

Writer/director Dito Montiel drops down a few rungs after his promising debut film A Guide to Recognizing Your Saints, with an undernourished drama about small-town fighter Shawn MacArthur (played by Channing Tatum) who comes to Manhattan where he meets two-bit hustler Harvey Boarden (Terrence Howard).
City Pulse  |  Cole Smithey  |  04-20-2009  |  Reviews

Street Theatre: Michael Vick Turns Downtown Into a Spectator Sportnew

Protestors behind the federal courthouse on Bank Street share with reporters their thoughts about Michael Vick, accused of participating in dog fighting.
Style Weekly  |  Amy Biegelsen  |  08-02-2007  |  Crime & Justice

The Ballad of the Muscle Sharknew

From floor finisher to World Champion: Sean Sherk grapples his way to the top of the Ultimate Fighting Championship.
City Pages (Twin Cities)  |  Paul Demko  |  05-16-2007  |  Sports

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