FightFest Returns to the House of Blues

Sep 14, 2007
BOXER KELLI COFER AND BOBBY JONES TO MAKE PRO MMA DEBUT

AT "MICHIGAN vs. OHIO STATE" FIGHTFEST SHOW AT HOUSE OF BLUES "THE BLACK AND BLUES TOUR"

Fightfest is returning to Cleveland's House of Blues, and fans will see the MMA debut of boxer Kelli Cofer on Oct. 13.

Cofer is the No. 2 ranked female boxer in the world in the lightweight division, according to The Ring Magazine.

The theme of the night will be "Michigan vs. Ohio State," as each fight will be an interstate battle. The Ohio fighters will be in the red corner, while the Michigan contingent will fight out of the blue corner.

Also, former New York Giant Bobby Jones will continue his MMA career at the House of Blues. Jones made a successful debut at the Fightfest show in Canton on Aug. 24. He defeated Darby Hodge by TKO in 34 seconds. Don't miss the chance to see the return to the cage by, Josh " heavy" Hendricks. He will be making his long a waited return since his N/C over Chris Tuchscherer.

Fightfest airs on the Cleveland Indians' network, SportsTime Ohio; as well as on Direct TV, Dish Network and on 50 countries around the world.

Doors will open at 7 p.m., and bell time will be 8:30. Tickets are on sale at Ticketmaster (216-241-5555) and at the House of Blues (216-523-BLUE).