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Why Cage Wars MMA is Switching Venues
Cage Wars opts to improve its venue, following controversy in Schenectady, New York. The promotion recently ended its almost decade-long contract with Rivers Casino, due to conflicting views between local politicians and one of the event’s sponsors.
The sponsor Anthony Constantino, owner of Sticker Mule and currently running for Congress, recently produced an R-word pass sticker for disabled comedian Ricky Berwick. This prompted a response from local Assemblyman Angelo Santabarbara, a longtime supporter of MMA in New York and supporter of Cage Wars MMA. In his response, he noted his displeasure with the company’s willingness to produce such material, referencing his son who has disabilities.
Following Santabarbra’s lead, Gary McCarthy Mayor of Schenectady, began distancing himself from the event. Even though less than 2 months prior, he gave Tim Rankins, owner of Cage Wars MMA, the “key to the city.”
“CEO, Tim Rankins, alleges that political bias led to the sudden cancellation of future events.” However, as of today, there is no solid proof; it would seem likely that, following the initial two responses from the mayor and local assembly representative, the casino opted to protect itself from a politically fueled response.
Big Changes For Cage Wars MMA, From Casino to an Arena!
The move, however, might bring the promotion a newfound home in Glens Falls and bigger opportunities, as Anthony Costantino sponsors their first-ever event in Glens Falls at the Cool Insuring Arena.
The new location will be able to hold 5,774 spectators, a vast improvement over the approximately 100 that the Rivers Casino Convention Hall could accommodate.
Despite how this move may have come about, the decision to relocate seems to be a smart one. With 27 sold-out shows over the past 8 years at rivers, Cage Wars has established that they know what fans want and are interested in.
What to look forward too at Cage wars 69
Cage Wars has already been stacking this card with high-demand fights; one of the most anticipated is that of Richard Cloudhammer vs. John Flansburg. Flansburg, who ducked his two previous fights—one with Cloudhammer prior and the other with Oden Brown.
The card also anticipates the return of beloved local fighters Pastore, Kitchell, and Crabill, as well as special appearances from political strategist Roger Stone and Jorge Masvidal of the UFC, along with the return of former UFC fighter Matt Secor headlining the event.
Dont miss out on a free Cage Wars MMA event!
Cage Wars 69 is set to take place at Cool Insuring Center – Glens Falls, NY with doors opening at 5 PM and fights kicking off at 7 PM.
Tickets are still available as of writing for Cage Wars 69, and getting in on this action is easy to do; just swing over to Ticket Leap and grab your tickets! The entire entry fee has been covered by Costantino for Congress, with up to 4 tickets available per person.
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