'BADGEFIGHTS': Cagefight Benefit to Feature LAFD vs.Santa Ana PD

Come support your LAFD and other fire and police agencies, as they go to battle in the cage! The 2012 installment of "The Battle of the Shields Cage Combat Grappling Championships" is scheduled for this Friday, March 2, 2012 from 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm at the Quiet Cannon in Montebello. For the first time ever, the evening will feature a four-way match with law enforcement and fire personnel from all over. Seattle Metro Police vs. Bakersfield Police, Santa Ana Fire vs. California Highway Patrol, LA County Fire vs. LAPD and your LAFD will battle the Santa Ana Police. This event is open to the public.

Badgefights, the event's promoter, claims "...the Los Angeles Fire Department is the team to watch, in moving forward! With a full line-up, few teams will prevail against Mike Caro's squad. The LAFD's team is strong, throughout...studs to watch: middleweight Matt Hennessey (2009 Badgefights Champion), light-heavyweight Raphael Davis (World FILA Champion) and heavyweight Terry Tuzzolino (former NCAA Wrestling Champion)."

The "Badgefights Cage Grappling League" was inspired by the tragic events of September 11, 2001. Badgefights is owned and operated by sworn members. Badgefights is a philanthropic endeavor, committed to the support of various fallen warrior charities. A portion of the LAFD's ticket sales will benefit the Los Angeles Fireman's Relief Association. For more information on the event, including ticket information and directions please visit:

http://www.badgefights.com

Tickets sales have been brisk and they are going fast! It is recommended that you purchase your tickets through the Badgefights website and prior to your arrival.

The LAFD thanks all family and friends in advance, for their support.


Submitted by Matt Spence, Spokesman
Los Angeles Fire Department

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