FokaiSaipan:TrenchWarzAndSpecialForces

Trench Tech, Inc. has joined the growing list of individuals/groups from around the world that will be sending help to the earthquake-ravaged Haiti.

Trench Tech, Inc. president and promoter Cuki Alvarez and vp J. Randall Taylor said they will be donating $1 to a relief fund for Haiti from every ticket sold in the Rites of Passage 8: Fearless. Alvarez added they have yet to decide in which organization will they course through the donation, but Trench Tech may opt for the American Red Cross, CNMI Chapter due to easy access.

A magnitude 7.0-quake hit Haiti on Jan. 12, damaging properties, killing tens of thousands, and leaving nearly two million homeless. Cause-oriented groups from various countries have started arriving to Haiti to give assistance and since Trench Tech and the CNMI people do not have the means go to the affected areas, Alvarez hopes this simple fundraising will still help those in need.

“Trench Tech is calling on all MMA fans to come out and help our brothers and sisters in Haiti. By watching Fearless, you not only get a chance to enjoy action in the octagon cage, you also extend a helping hand to people in dire need,” Alvarez said in a telephone interview with Saipan Tribune yesterday.

The Rites of Passage 8: Fearless will be the first fight that Trench Tech is hosting this year and it will be held on Feb. 12 at the Royal Taga Hall of the Saipan World Resort.

The event is a proving ground for young up-and-coming talented fighters who want to take their fighting skills to the next level of MMA competition. However, next month’s show in the octagon will not only feature debuting combatants, but also seasoned fighters from both Saipan and Korea.

Korean Top Team’s Hyun Gyu Lim, “Dr. Kang” Bung Chan Kang, and Young Nam Gu will be making their debut in CNMI MMA via ROP 8 and will be featured in the night’s triple main event, battling Saipan bets.

Lim will be dueling veteran Slade “The Rage” Adelbai with the former hoping to improve his 5-3-1 win-loss-draw record. Fasi “Quikdraw” Jesse will be facing Kang in a 155-lb. event, while Chris “No Love” Laayug will be squaring off against Gu in a 145-lb. bout.

Meanwhile, Trench Tech is still looking for fighters wanting to see action in the season-kicking event. Trench Tech added tickets for Fearless will be available starting next week at the following stores: Boarderline, 670 Rocksteady Shop, Hannam Super Market, Mobil Kagman, and Trench Tech gym in San Antonio. Ticket prizes are $20 for general admission and $30 for VIP.

For more information, contact Alvarez at 483-4MMA.