Christine Toledo talks about the move from fighter to match maker for Lion Fight Promotions

Earlier this year Lion Fight Promotions made their debut as one the premier Muay Thai organizations in the United States. They have brought international talents such as Cosmo Alexandre and Gregory Choplin to compete in the United States as well as showcasing some of America's best fighters. Scott Kent along with former fighter Christine Toledo are the master minds behind Lion Fight Promotions.

President and CEO of Lion Fight Promotions, Scott Kent talks with Muay Thai Authority

Muay Thai Authority was able to catch up with President and CEO of newly formed Lion Fight Promotions, Scott Kent. It seems Lion Fight Promotions has some big plans for the sport, and Scott Kent is at the forefront. Along with Christine Toledo it seems Mr. Kent has a solid plan to help Muay Thai grow in the United States.

MTA: Starting a Muay Thai promotion might seem like a risk to many people since Muay Thai hasn't reached the popularity levels of MMA here in the United States, what appealed to you about starting a Muay Thai promotion?

Scott Kent: I think any business in this economy can be risky but we feel we have a sport that has survived for many centuries and grown around the world. We have a conservative business plan that allows us to grow with the sport.  MMA has been extremely successful in a bad economy and they deserve all the credit for that but it also tells us there is loyal audience for combat sports.  We feel that although Muay Thai is an essential part of any MMA fighter’s arsenal that it’s even more exciting as a stand alone sport. So we aren’t trying to compete with the UFC or Strikeforce or any other MMA promotion. If anything I think the success of MMA will increase the public’s awareness of Muay Thai. 
 

North America Women's Rankings

All fighters born in North America are eligible. North America Women's rankings will include fighters from the United States, Canada, Mexico and the Caribbean. Rankings are based on P4P.

1. Miriam Nakamoto (U.S.A.)

2. Jeri Sitzes (U.S.A.)