Category Archives: MASS

Mike Malast responds to his permanent suspension as an MMA promoter in PA

Posted on April 24, 2012 by ted czech

The crowd at MASS 2 at the Kingston Armory in Kingston, PA. In response to my story on MASS promoter Mike Malast’s permanent suspension by the PA state Athletic Association, Mike posted this on his website, MMA Melee: This is … Continue reading →

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PA State Athletic Commission “permanently suspends” MMA promoter

Posted on April 24, 2012 by ted czech

Mike Malast, owner of northeast Pennsylvania promotion MASS (Martial Arts Super Sport), has been “permanently suspended” from promoting events in Pennsylvania, state Athletic Commission Executive Director Greg Sirb said. On March 22, Malast held MASS 2 at the Kingston Armory … Continue reading →

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Rex Harris wins by TKO at MASS 2 in Kingston, Pa. on shortened fight card

Posted on March 25, 2012 by ted czech

Photo by Brent Colflesh. Here are the results from last night’s MASS 2 event in Kingston, Pa.: – Rex Harris beat Moses McCraney by TKO in round 2. – William Weber beat Brendan Boyle by unanimous decision. – Adam Penberthy … Continue reading →

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MASS 2 brings MMA to Kingston, Pa. this Saturday

Posted on March 22, 2012 by ted czech

Martial Arts Super Sport, run by Mike Malast, will hold its second event this Saturday at the Kingston Armory in Kingston, Pa. Malast, who runs MMA social networking site MMAMelee, has assembled some of northeast Pennsylvania’s best talent for an … Continue reading →

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MASS video: Steve Mytych vs. Amel Beharovic from MASS – Inauguration

Posted on February 28, 2012 by ted czech

From MMA Melee: “Steve “Concrete Kid” Mytych Defeats Amel Beharovic via Arm Triangle at the Martial Arts Super Sports first event at the Mohegan Sun Arena in Wilkes-Barre, PA July 16th 2011. Commentators UFC Charlie “Spaniard” Brenneman & Emmy Nominated … Continue reading →

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MASS 2 looking for amateur fighters for March 24 card in Kingston, Pa.

Posted on February 27, 2012 by ted czech

A message from Mike Malast: Amateur MMA fighters needed for March 24th in Kingston, PA at all weights & experience. Contact Mike Malast 570.200.5032 Here’s the fight card so far: Rex Harris vs John Doyle Dave Morgan vs Josh Lange … Continue reading →

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PA MMA: Second event for MASS to be held on March 24 in Kingston

Posted on February 8, 2012 by ted czech

Mike Malast, who runs MMA social networking site MMAMelee, launched an MMA promotion last year, known as MASS — Martial Arts Super Sport. In July, the promotion staged its first show at the Mohegan Sun Arena in Wilkes-Barre, aptly titled … Continue reading →

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MASS looking for fighters for its second event March 24 in Wilkes-Barre

Posted on January 8, 2012 by ted czech

Mike Malast on facebook: “I’m doing a show March 24th. Spots available for Pro & Am at all weights. Hit me up.” Mike can be reached by facebook here. or go to the MASS website here.

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PA’s Jimy “The Kid” Hettes steps to take on “Bruce Leroy” at UFC on Versus 5

Posted on August 2, 2011 by ted czech

By Mike Thorwart, MMAMelee.comDue to Leonard Garcia having to pull out of the August 14th card in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, Hettes will replace Garcia and take on former TUF contestant, “Bruce Leroy”, Alex Caceres. UFC on Versus 5 takes place Aug. … Continue reading →

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PA’s Jimy “The Kid” Hettes signs 4-fight deal with UFC

Posted on July 22, 2011 by ted czech

Swoyersville’s Jimy “The Kid” Hettes, an 8-0 pro, recently signed a deal to fight for the UFC. His latest win over Jacob Kirwan at MASS – Inauguration no doubt cemented the UFC’s plans to make him an offer. Having spoken … Continue reading →

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