AZAD WATCHES ENTERS THE CAGE WITH NICK PACE AT UFC 139
Nov 18, 2011 Comments
(PRESS RELEASE) -- It’s been a busy week for celebrity watchmaker
Azad Watches, as they not only announced their first-ever UFC
fighter sponsorship, but they also signed on as a main advertising
sponsor of the first MMA comic book ever, “Joe Palooka.” Joe
Antonacci, creator of the first-ever full-length, full-color MMA
comic book, “Joe Palooka,” is proud to announce an exclusive
agreement with Azad Watches, known as one of the finest watchmakers
in the world. Through this pact, Azad will also become a sponsor of
the “Palooka” series.
“Azad Watches is all about excitement and quality for its customers, just like ‘Joe Palooka’ is,” states Antonacci. “I am extremely proud to have them on-board, and look forward to seeing where our relationship takes both our brands.”
Azad Watches have been worn by top celebrities such as Donald
Trump, Eva Longoria, “Dr. J” Julius Erving, Ice Cube, Tony Bennett,
Piers Morgan, Barry Bonds, Cedric the Entertainer, Lil’ Wayne,
Mickey Rourke, and many others. Now, the brand steps into MMA for
the first time. And “Joe Palooka” is a part of it.
Fans get to see their first taste of Azad being represented in the Octagon this Saturday when the brand sponsors Nick Pace (6-2), who will face the biggest test of his young career when he battles former WEC Bantamweight Champion Miguel Torres at UFC 139 in San Jose.
And Azad Watches is proud to be part of history. “It feels great for Azad to be stepping into the octagon as a sponsor for the first time. Along with being featured in the first-ever MMA comic book, it’s also great to be showcased on the first-ever UFC card in San Jose,” continues Rodriguez. “And it’s going to be a great fight for Nick, I believe. I feel like he’s going to win, and hopefully with a KO. Regardless, I know he will fight his heart out.”
Team Palooka is also excited to support Nick through Azad as he steps into the Octagon for the fight of his life.
“Nick is a great young fighter, and Nick, Azad and the UFC are perfect together. All three are young, hip, and popular, and are willing to do whatever it takes to keep their fans happy,” concluded Antonacci.
“Joe Palooka” made its world premiere recently with the release of its first issue. Issues #1 & #2 are available for purchase for the first time anywhere at http://www.Palooka.com/, and hard copies of the issue will follow in early 2012. It was also announced that a special 15-page FREE-VIEW is available simply by signing up with an email address on http://www.Palooka.com/, and fans can also take advantage of a unique offer on “Joe Palooka” issues #1 and #2, which are available together for the low price of only $1.99.
The “Joe Palooka” comic series tells the story of Joe Palooka, an MMA fighter who competes in “Legion of Combat,” which is a sister comic publication. “Legion of Combat” will feature Joe Palooka and top MMA stars including “Suga” Rashad Evans, Anthony “Rumble” Johnson, the Blackzilians, Brendan Schaub, and the Miller brothers in team matches between fighters representing countries such as the U.S., the U.K., Brazil, Russia, Japan, China, and other nations.
About Team Palooka
“Joe Palooka” and “Legion of Combat” are MMA comic books that feature action adventure stories as well as compelling MMA fight action. Created by professional ring announcer Joe Antonacci, the books are being written and drawn by an all-star team of talent known as Team Palooka. The team includes Mike Bullock as the chief writer and Fernando Perniche (both of “The Phantom fame”), who are bringing the exciting stories of Palooka and the LOC to life.
For more information on “Joe Palooka” and “Legion of Combat,” please visit http://www.palooka.com/.
You can also “like” the Palooka Facebook fan page at https://www.facebook.com/TeamPalooka
Follow Joe Palooka on Twitter @TeamPalooka
“Azad Watches is all about excitement and quality for its customers, just like ‘Joe Palooka’ is,” states Antonacci. “I am extremely proud to have them on-board, and look forward to seeing where our relationship takes both our brands.”
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Fans get to see their first taste of Azad being represented in the Octagon this Saturday when the brand sponsors Nick Pace (6-2), who will face the biggest test of his young career when he battles former WEC Bantamweight Champion Miguel Torres at UFC 139 in San Jose.
“It’s a good feeling to know that we made it into a comic book of
this quality,” says Victor Rodriguez, Azad Watches Co-Owner. “We’re
growing as fast as the sport of MMA, it seems. We’ve only been
around for three years, and it’s awesome to see everything that’s
happening.”
And Azad Watches is proud to be part of history. “It feels great for Azad to be stepping into the octagon as a sponsor for the first time. Along with being featured in the first-ever MMA comic book, it’s also great to be showcased on the first-ever UFC card in San Jose,” continues Rodriguez. “And it’s going to be a great fight for Nick, I believe. I feel like he’s going to win, and hopefully with a KO. Regardless, I know he will fight his heart out.”
Team Palooka is also excited to support Nick through Azad as he steps into the Octagon for the fight of his life.
“Nick is a great young fighter, and Nick, Azad and the UFC are perfect together. All three are young, hip, and popular, and are willing to do whatever it takes to keep their fans happy,” concluded Antonacci.
“Joe Palooka” made its world premiere recently with the release of its first issue. Issues #1 & #2 are available for purchase for the first time anywhere at http://www.Palooka.com/, and hard copies of the issue will follow in early 2012. It was also announced that a special 15-page FREE-VIEW is available simply by signing up with an email address on http://www.Palooka.com/, and fans can also take advantage of a unique offer on “Joe Palooka” issues #1 and #2, which are available together for the low price of only $1.99.
The “Joe Palooka” comic series tells the story of Joe Palooka, an MMA fighter who competes in “Legion of Combat,” which is a sister comic publication. “Legion of Combat” will feature Joe Palooka and top MMA stars including “Suga” Rashad Evans, Anthony “Rumble” Johnson, the Blackzilians, Brendan Schaub, and the Miller brothers in team matches between fighters representing countries such as the U.S., the U.K., Brazil, Russia, Japan, China, and other nations.
About Team Palooka
“Joe Palooka” and “Legion of Combat” are MMA comic books that feature action adventure stories as well as compelling MMA fight action. Created by professional ring announcer Joe Antonacci, the books are being written and drawn by an all-star team of talent known as Team Palooka. The team includes Mike Bullock as the chief writer and Fernando Perniche (both of “The Phantom fame”), who are bringing the exciting stories of Palooka and the LOC to life.
For more information on “Joe Palooka” and “Legion of Combat,” please visit http://www.palooka.com/.
You can also “like” the Palooka Facebook fan page at https://www.facebook.com/TeamPalooka
Follow Joe Palooka on Twitter @TeamPalooka
