Serving Boone, Blowing Rock, Banner Elk, and other towns of the North Carolina High Country
Founded 05-05-05
February 15, 2007 issue
It’s quickly becoming the talk of Watauga and surrounding counties. The Toughest & Baddest Brawl featuring the area’s toughest and baddest men battling each other for their share of the $1,500 reward. You don’t want to miss either night of rock’em, sock’em action.
Maybe you already know one of the contestants. It could be a family member, friend, neighbor or co-worker. You’ll want to cheer them on round by round and fight by fight. There is always a chance it could be someone you always wanted to see get his, so you will want to support their opponent. Either way it’s great fun, thrills and excitement.
The Toughest & Baddest Brawl is two action-packed nights of fast, furious action, so there is no doubt you’ll want to be a part of the crowd. The wild and wooly fighting action is sure to keep you on the edge of your seat.
The challenge is out to men ages 18 to 40. You can expect to see boxers, cowboys, street fighters, martial artists, bullies, bouncers, wrestlers, bar brawlers, construction workers and anyone else that’s just plain mean, tough or bad enough to enter the ring and battle it out. One thing is for certain; the fists are going to fly as they fight in three one-minute-rounds. There is no entry fee so there are no excuses.
Contestants are grouped together in three weight divisions: middle weight (140 to160 lbs.), light heavy weight (161 to 185 lbs.) and heavy weight (186 lbs.+). There is no wrestling or kicking involved, just slugging. The Toughest & Baddest Brawl is sanctioned by the N.C. Boxing Authority for amateurs only. No professionals or ringers will be allowed to compete. Commission representatives will be on hand to issue Tough Man Licenses that cost $25. All contestants must have a photo ID and report to the contest site by 6:00 p.m. on Friday, February 23, 2007.
Contestants will enter the ring dressed as they are and wear 16-ounce boxing gloves, headgear and other protective gear that will be provided. Fighters may bring their own mouthpiece or may purchase one at the event. Rules are strictly enforced in the ring at all times by a seasoned referee.
If you are man enough, you’re invited to enter to win the prize money, trophy, title and bragging rights. Sign up now at Watsonatta Western World, located in downtown Boone. Fighters must sign up by the start of Friday night’s action.
Advance tickets to the brawl are $13 for adults and $15 at the door. Tickets for children 12 and under are $6. Purchase advance tickets at Watsonatta Western World on King Street in downtown Boone.
Want To Go?
Date: Friday and Saturday, February 23 to 24
Time: Doors open at 7:00 p.m.
Location: Boone National Guard Armory
Cost: $13 for adults in advance/$15 at the door/$6 for children 12 and under