NBA Superstars Kobe Bryant and Carmelo Anthony to Faceoff Live in Virtual Arena
VERSUSSPORT PRESENTS KOBE BRYANT AND CARMELO ANTHONY COMPETING LIVE, IN THE SOON-TO-BE-RELEASED, NBA(R) 2K10
VersusSport previews its interactive online community today. The first of its kind, this social networking forum provides fans with the opportunity to support their favorite athletes and entertainers through a unique, interactive, virtual community.
On September 18, 2009, VersusSport will present its inaugural event, featuring NBA superstars Kobe Bryant and Carmelo Anthony competing head-to-head in the soon-to-be-released NBA 2K10. Members of the VersusSport community will receive exclusive online access to attend the live webcast of this much anticipated faceoff, and have the exciting opportunity to see NBA 2K10 in action before it hits retail stores in October. VersusSport provides the ultimate spectator experience. Fans can not only watch their favorite superstars compete live, but also interact with celebrities and fellow fans before, during and after the event. Two lucky fans will be selected to attend the Kobe vs. Carmelo premier event through contests hosted by VersusSport.
Microsoft Tag and VersusSport have joined forces for this exclusive, star-studded occasion. Invitations are enhanced with Microsoft’s Tag technology, which links guests to exclusive pre-event content on their mobile devices. Microsoft Tag can also be found on VersusSport.com, offering fans access to behind-the-scenes event content. The free application for Microsoft’s Tag technology can be downloaded at http://gettag.mobi/.
Through blogs, forums, and shared video content, VersusSport bridges the gap between athlete and fan. The advanced internet portal creates an unparalleled, intimate online experience which allows athletes and entertainers to connect more effectively with online members. “VersusSport has developed a really innovative way for me to connect with my fans,” says Carmelo Anthony. “They are not going to want to miss this competition.” VersusSport.com offers unprecedented live access to the life and celebrity style of athletes and entertainers. “I’m really looking forward to working with VersusSport,” says Kobe Bryant. “They combine my passion for competition while providing the fans with a great online experience.”
HDNet Fights Presents: M-1 Global Breakthrough
LIVE, Friday, August 28 at 10:00 p.m. ET
Event features a Fedor vs. Mousasi exhibition and the U.S. debut of ‘King Mo’
HDNet will feature exclusive coverage of “HDNet Fights Presents: M-1 Global Breakthrough,” LIVE from the historic Memorial Hall in Kansas City, Missouri, Friday, August 28 at 10:00 p.m. ET.
In a special feature attraction, Fedor “The Last Emperor” Emelianenko – the pound-for-pound best fighter on the planet – makes his live U.S. television debut in a grappling exhibition against newly crowned Strikeforce Light Heavyweight Champion, Gegard “The Dreamcatcher” Mousasi.
In the main event of the evening, the former NCAA wrestling champion and undefeated MMA star Muhammed “King Mo” Lawal makes his U.S. debut against another former NCAA Champion Mark “The Smashing Machine” Kerr. The fight is an unparalleled opportunity for Kerr, a former star in both the UFC and PRIDE, to launch a major comeback on national television.
“It is indeed special to have two of the top fighters in the world in Fedor and Gegard – with a combined record of 56 wins and 3 losses – put on a grappling exhibition for HDNet’s MMA fans,” said Andrew Simon, CEO of HDNet Fights. “There has also been a lot of buzz internationally about King Mo and Karl Amoussou and I’m pumped that fans will get to see them LIVE on HDNet!”
The rest of the card features some of the most promising international prospects in MMA.
In other action, Lucio “Spartan” Linhares (12-4, Finland) meets Mikhail Zayats (8-3, Russia), Jessie Gibbs (8-2, Holland) squares off with Rob Broughton (10-4-1, England), Karl “Psycho” Amoussou (10-2-1, France) faces “The Iron Bull” John Doyle (9-8, Philadelphia, PA), Lloyd “Kadillac” Marshbanks (17-8, San Diego, CA) collides with Michael Kita (5-3, Poland), plus Daisuke Nakamura (19-10, Tokyo, Japan) tangles with Ferrid “The Hurricane” Kheder (14-3, Los Angeles, CA)
Source: HDNet
Tiger Woods Wins Second Annual Notah Begay III Foundation Challenge
Native American Youth True Winners
Tiger Woods, the world’s No. 1 golfer, outshot an all-world foursome that included Camilo Villegas, Mike Weir and Notah Begay III to win the second annual Notah Begay III (NB3) Foundation Challenge. Taking nine skins and $230,000 during the 18 holes played on Monday, Woods successfully outplayed both the field and the challenging Atunyote Golf Club course at Turning Stone Resort & Casino in Verona, N.Y. The tournament raised at least $750,000 for the Notah Begay III Foundation.
“Today the whole thing was about bringing awareness to what Notah is trying to do,” said Woods shortly after the Challenge concluded. “It’s great to see what he’s doing. He’s put his heart, soul and passion into it.”
Featuring some of the world’s top golfers, this year’s event created expectations of an exciting day of golf. The players involved did not disappoint, thrilling the crowd of 3,000 with thunderous drives and dazzling short iron play. Early on, it was tournament host Begay III who drew some of the loudest cheers with great chips on both the first and third hole. It was near the middle of the round, when the group halved five consecutive holes starting with the ninth, that the intensity of play began to pick up. A great second shot from 75 yards out and a 10-foot birdie putt by Villegas broke the game open, giving him six skins and $180,000 with a single shot on the 15th. Now trailing, Woods birdied three consecutive holes following Villegas’ move to the top, reclaiming the lead with only the daunting 18th left to play. With Villegas and Woods both playing to seal up the victory, it was fitting that Begay III, at his own Foundation’s tournament, played a great chip from the fringe and followed with a birdie putt to take the final skin and $70,000.
While Woods took home the most skins during today’s round, the true winners of the NB3 Foundation Challenge are the Native American communities that benefit from the Foundation’s efforts to improve the health and wellness of youth on Indian reservations nationwide.
Funds raised during the NB3 Foundation Challenge are used to develop and promote sustainable and innovative sports and wellness programs to fight the disproportionate incidence of obesity and diabetes among Native American youth. To date, the Foundation has implemented year-round soccer and golf programs engaging hundreds of Native American youth in New Mexico alone.
“It’s time we do more to stop the obesity and diabetes epidemic among Native American youth,” said Begay III. “Through the Challenge, we have a unique opportunity to shine a national spotlight on this issue. Our goal is to create a national youth health and wellness movement among tribal nations, and I am excited about the momentum for change I have seen today.”
The NB3 Foundation Challenge is made possible by a collaboration between the Oneida Indian Nation and the San Manuel Band of Serrano Mission Indians, two tribal nations donating time and resources to create a more promising future for Native American youth.
“The event was a rare opportunity for the entire central New York region to shine in the international spotlight as four premier athletes put their mark on the Atunyote Golf Club,” said Oneida Indian Nation Representative and CEO Ray Halbritter. “As with our own upcoming Turning Stone Resort Championship, all proceeds went to charity. It is gratifying to be able to host an event that showcases our region, provides an economic boost to businesses throughout our community, and at the same time raises hundreds of thousands of dollars for much needed charities. The Oneida Indian Nation was proud to host this historic event.”
“This tournament is a demonstration of the commitment that Indian tribal nations have made to elevate health and wellness in their communities across this nation,” said Chairman James Ramos, San Manuel Band of Serrano Mission Indians. “Our efforts today will have a positive impact on the health and well being of future generations of Native people and our communities.”
For more information on the Foundation and the Challenge, visit: www.notah.com.
Source: Notah Begay III Foundation