The following events in this thread occur on January 07, 2021 so no references or statements should be made on social media regarding this event until January 07, 2021.
On the biggest show of the year
It was a huge show for us and an amazing experience for the fighters and especially the fans. GCC 15 had several huge upsets and new champions crowned, we also witnessed some crazy finishes and the fight of the year all on one card! While the show ranked #2 in terms of new subscribers the show broke all other records including live attendance and live gates which is huge for us as a company coming off the worst curve of the pandemic. Honestly, it was just breathtaking to have a live audience again. Our previous shows had a sense of intensity to it with no crowd but nothing compares to a live crowd of hardcore MMA fans coming out to cheer on their favorite fighters.
On recent retirements and rumors
This was definitely Tommy Wards last fight. I mean, I cant predict the future but it is something that he has brought up to me personally on several occasions before his official announcement was made so I know for a fact it wasn't a knee jerk reaction after a tough loss. I support Tommy Ward and his decision to retire, I think he had a great career that he can be proud of and I am sure he will continue his coaching and being a vocal leader at TW Combat Sports. As for Misty DeMeans, I was made aware of her retirement claim made on twitter but we have had no formal discussion on the topic and as of now she has yet to vacate the GCC Women's Featherweight Championship. That is not to say she isn't serious about her claim but she is still very young despite her record setting accomplishments and I think there is way more money for her to make. I am sure I will sit down and speak with Misty DeMeans in the next few weeks to see where her head is really at and we will go from there.
On the super heavyweight division
It is something we are seriously considering at the moment. Right now, we have dozens of scouts assigned to different countries across the globe to scout top prospects in other smaller promotions to try to get a lay of the land to see if there is enough talent to really launch a competitive super heavyweight division. As you are all aware, Heavyweight is a far more accessible weight class and we haven't really seen super heavyweights compete at the highest levels over the past couple of decades. If we find out the talent just isn't there, we will scrap the plans for the division and cut our losses.
On Lone Wolf MMA winning gym of the Year
Very well deserved, I have always known that Krystal Knight has run a very tight ship there at Lone Wolf MMA. They are one of the more smaller gyms with less representation across the five divisions but what most of them have been able to accomplish out of that gym is nothing short of amazing. Awut Somaskul and Alejandro Rivera are former champions. Tim McCarthy and Sanit Klahan finished off the year by becoming champions. Sanoh Ngam-Chit and Jade Young are the only fighters that have yet to really find their barrings in a GCC cage consistently. And finally, Krystal Knight. She has yet to taste championship gold but shes helped set the foundation of the women's featherweight division since day one and I am looking forward to seeing how she fairs against Mia Stevens tomorrow night. All in all, they have a solid group of guys and girls and I look forward to seeing what they can do as a unit in 2021.
On Sammie Ward vs. Leah Wilkins
This is a fight that everyone involved wanted. Sammie Ward notably is coming off an unsuccessful title defense against Ariel Shadows who also has a win over Leah Wilkins. Even with their common opponent being Ariel, there isn't a whole lot you can draw from either of those fights as Ariel Shadows worked them both over in a similar fashion to score the unanimous nod from the judges. What we do know about both Sammie and Leah is that they both can take a hard shot and both have shown that they have a lot of a heart and I think that will reflect on them strongly during this bout. On paper, they are pretty even though Sammie Ward has championship experience and a world class camp to rely on in preparation for the fight. I know that that was a bit of a story line leading into the fight but I think Leah Wilkins feels that she has already gotten this far with her current methods and that if it isn't broken, why fix it? All I know is both of these women are stepping into the cage with a chip on their shoulder and I cant wait to see which of these young ladies come out on top.
SHERTARD MEDIA GUY
Feloni, you have loss three of your first three fights in the GCC. How do you feel heading into this fight with Dame Raven Williams and how much pressure do you feel to win this fight to avoid dropping to a GCC worst, 0-4?
Feloni DeMeans
Nah bruh, I ain't worried at all. Cause' as long as lil' sis keeps winning all her fights and collecting those big checks imma be just fine. Don't sit up here and act like you ain't tuning in on the account of the last name. DeMeans equals clicks. President Khan would be a fucking idiot to cut me from the roster over losing a couple of fights. It's no big deal. Ya'll favorite fighters lose fights all the time and ya'll don't call for them to lose their spot or question their place in the cage so just keep that same energy.
NEGATIVE NANCY
Do you take any responsibility for your previous losses at all?
Feloni DeMeans
It's not my fault. I got injured in my fight with Sammie Ward plus that girl turned out to be on some championship shit. Ya'll know for a fact I got robbed against Kiiara. Osira is fighting for the bantamweight strap next month. Ya'll can't hold any of those losses against me, real talk. It's just bad luck it ain't nothing to lose ya'll heads about imma be the best fighter in this division by the years end. Don't even trip.
MR ANAL LITTICS
Seriously though, Feloni... you're 0-3. You have one of the worst records in GCC history.
Feloni DeMeans
Winning, losing... it's all paying me the same. This fighting shit is a gig for me. It ain't easy to find a legit job after doing a serious bid and it ain't like I am trying to hit up lil' sis for some handouts either. I mean don't get shit twisted, I ain't trying to go in the cage and take an ass whooping for no reason but my goal is to get out of the cage alive and well enough to do it again as soon as whatever. That's what you call another payday.
FAKE NEWS GUY
Feloni, I can't help but point out that your demeanor has changed since your previous appearances. How bad is it eating you up that you have yet to accomplish one-tenth of the success your sister Misty DeMeans has?
Feloni DeMeans
Nah, it's just me coming too terms with the facts. I ain't ever going to be an undefeated world beater champion like Misty. That shipped sailed after I loss my first fight. I also ain't trying to be stuck in my little sisters shadow for the rest of my life either so ya'll really should cut the comparisons from now. Imma leave that try hard legacy shit to her and imma focus on making me some good money and chilling the fuck out. Misty works harder than anyone I have ever seen in this gym, I ain't about that life. It ain't that serious to me. I'm good.
DEEP VOICE GUY
Dame Raven Williams is not exactly a bounce back fight for you here, how do you feel about her as an opponent and what is your game plan against her?
Feloni DeMeans
You stupid cuh. This Dame Williams Raven bitch ain't gonna do jacksshit tomorrow night, Imma pickup that dub no sweat. Ya'll out here talking about game plans. Game plans? Bruh, I am going to get into the cage and kick her upside her head until she decides she wants to roll and when she wants to roll, imma submit her ass. Game plans. Ya'll really too deep into this shit it's really hilarious.
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Feloni DeMeans
Ya'll done here or what? Shit... so am I then. Bet.