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Suffice it to say that without catch wrestling there would be no mixed martial arts. Catch wrestling's influence in the American amateur circuit and its profound effect on the Japanese pro wrestling scene have helped shape the development of MMA into what it is today. And while catch wrestling may have become something of a niche style today, it's still going strong thanks to the likes of Scientific Wrestling's Jake Shannon, and in 2014 has had one of its more noteworthy years of late. In a conversation with MMAWeekly.com, Shannon discussed the influence he sees catch wrestling having in MMA, the year the sport has had and the future of the Scientific Wrestling community.... keep reading

From brutal side-bets in English coal mines to shaping the foundations of modern MMA, catch-as-catch-can wrestling has a history as fierce as the sport itself. Discover the legendary figures, controversial rules, and lasting impact of this forgotten combat style!... keep reading

Gong Magazine recently asked me to write an article for the Japanese MMA scene about the recent Scientific Wrestling clinic featuring UWF coach Mr. Billy Robinson. As readers of this blog will recognize, I merely elaborated upon the blog entry made here earlier.... keep reading

While many in the mainstream media aim to make steroids the scapegoat, many reporters seem to be overlooking the most obvious medical reason for this type of evil behavior. In a recent New York Times article, former WWE wrestler and Harvard graduate Christopher Nowinski became one of the few voices suggesting that repeated concussions may be the reason for this monstrous behaviour.... keep reading

Ditch the dumbbells—grab a friend! Buddy Lifts bring a whole new challenge to strength training, engaging stabilizer muscles like never before. From fireman carries to squad push-ups, discover how to turn your workout partner into the ultimate piece of gym equipment!... keep reading

Step into the world of authentic Catch Wrestling—a brutal, old-school grappling art where victory is earned by pin or painful submission. Join me on my journey training under Tommy Heyes, learning lost techniques, and discovering the tough-as-nails history of England’s true combat sport!... keep reading

I was first introduced to the traditional Indian gada (mace) by my friend Karl Gotch a few years ago. As gracefully as Karl swung it, I was equally clumsy. I nearly knocked myself unconscious with it the first time I swung it. It was the toughest and most awkward exercise implement I had ever held. It was then and there that I challenged to master this bad boy.... keep reading

I was pleasantly surprised (mostly) to read this week's Wrestling Observer and read the following: "Jake Shannon of Submission Wrestling has licensed TV rights for all the UWFI footage from the 90s. He plans to air it on the internet (they are airing new one hour shows on his site) and is trying to broker a TV deal. Most of the footage, which at times was popular in other countries and includes some incredible matches with people like Takada, Vader, and Kiyoshi Tamura, has never aired in the U.S. except briefly on a cable station in New York. I could see one of the "B" level sports networks being interested..."... keep reading

He holds wins over Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira, Mark Hunt, Randy Couture, Dan Severn and Yuki Kondo, now Josh Barnett talks in-depth with Scientific Wrestling... keep reading

Masakatsu Funaki was a master of catch wrestling, a pioneer of Pancrase, and a fighter who dazzled with skill yet struggled when history needed a hero. His story is one of brilliance, heartbreak, and an unshakable legacy in the evolution of MMA.... keep reading

Want to train like the toughest wrestlers, fighters, and athletes in the world? Dive into this collection of firsthand training insights from warriors of all ages, sharing their secrets on strength, endurance, and conditioning for combat sports!... keep reading

What a Big Weekend in Vegas!! The 41st Annual Cauliflower Alley Club Reunion in Las Vegas was a celebration of wrestling history and tradition, but for Catch Wrestling fans, it was a reaffirmation of the sport’s enduring legacy. From legendary "shooters" being honored to powerful calls for a return to real competition, the event was filled with moments that showcased the heart and grit of Catch Wrestling.... keep reading