Hollywood, Florida – There is a big difference between talking and doing. It’s clear that Jerry Mendez and Dan Pineda of Hollywood FL. are representatives of the latter of this statement.

From the first time they met IKF PKB President Johnny Davis, it was all about what their plans were and how much they loved the concept of IKF Point Kickboxing. They thought the semi-contact version of kickboxing would go over well in their area. They thought that they could entice many of the gyms to come to their event and they thought that fighters in the area would really get into the action. They were 100% correct and in fact, their first promotion brought out impressive numbers of Point Kickboxers and many grapplers to boot… making this event a true success!

Mendez and Pineda have a great team and share a mutual respect between each other, that shows the signs of a potential success story. To put it simply, these two gentlemen are passionate and serious about growing the IKF/ PKB and Grappling in the State of Florida, and by all accounts of the event this past weekend, Florida will become a hot bed for IKF Point Kickboxing.  Not to mention that the IKF World Classic is held annually in Orlando, FL and has over 250 fighters from around the world that come for full contact and semi contact action.  Now, both divisions should only grow as a result of more IKF Point Kickboxing events will serve as an incubator for the IKF World Classic and other such events. Mendez and Pineda are already planning their next show for Dec. 12, of this year and going on the requests for more events from so many this past event, they will have an even bigger tournament.

Mendez and Pineda will also be reaching out to others who wish to promote IKF Point Kickboxing in the State and will work with them to make their events successful as well. They have plans to create a Florida Circuit that will keep a tally of all the action and end the year with a huge banquet celebration. Here’s to bigger and better things to come for this dynamic duo. Forward march.

For More information on upcoming IKF PKB Events in Florida, contact Mr. Dan Pineda at (954) 989.2844 or Mr. Jerry Mendez at (718) 600.7069 or go to www.Acom-sport.net or www.IKFPKB.com.

Event Results:

Grappling Open Division – Title Belt

Rubin Alvarez, Juan Ramos & Remy Gonzales (Brotherhood Jujitsu)

Boys International Rules (Ages 8-9)

First Place: Michael Malinasky (Martial Arts Training Academy – Hollywood)

Second Place: Aidan Adkins (Martial Arts Training Academy – Hollywood)

Third Place: Austin Eason (Martial Arts Training Academy – Hollywood)

Boys/Girls International Rules (Ages 10-11)

First Place: Michael Lappage (Training for Life MMA – Hollywood)

Second Place: Spencer Douglas (Martial Arts Training Academy – Hollywood)

Third Place: Cain Adkins (Martial Arts Training Academy – Hollywood)

Third Place: Anabel Zohar (Martial Arts Training Academy – Hollywood)

Boys Muay Thai Rules (Teens)

First Place: Dylan Proffitt – 17 yr. old bracket (Atemi Ryu – Hollywood)

First Place: Thomas Pagano – 13 yr. old bracket (Temple Arts – Plantation)

Girls International Rules (Teens)

First Place: Ginger Wall (Martial Arts Training Academy – Hollywood)

Second Place: Michelle Rodriguez (Martial Arts Training Academy – Hollywood)

Women’s Muay Thai Rules (130-140lbs.)

First Place: Alexandria Brisbane (Martial Arts Training Academy – Hollywood)

Second Place: Allison Schumacher (FIST Factory – Stuart)

Men’s International Rules (Middle Weight)

First Place: Luis Concepcion (Temple Arts – Davie)

Second Place: Michael Hallon (Shaolin Academy – Hollywood)

Men’s Muay Thai Rules (Welter Weight)

First Place: Milton Trillas (Temple Arts – Davie)

First Place: Jonathan Graves – 17 yr. old bracket (Martial Arts Training Academy – Hollywood)

Second Place: Casey Wacker (Team Real Cage Fighting – Auburndale)

Men’s Muay Thai Rules (Middle Weight)

First Place: Peter Cardena (Temple Arts – Davie)

Second Place: Aaron Cypress (TKA Martial Arts – Davie)

Third Place: Dan Pontillo (Temple Arts – Davie)

Men’s International Rules (Heavy Weight)

First Place: Juan Garavito (F.I.S.T. MMA – Sunny Isles Beach)

Second Place: Tim Morgart (Team Real Cage Fighting – Auburndale)

Third Place: Ralph Delatore (Training for Life MMA – Hollywood)

Fourth Place: Gregory Fernandez (Independent)

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