Post by The Sandmen on Jun 3, 2018 23:23:56 GMT -5
Roxanne Modafferi raises his fists in his corner. She seems confident.
Tara LaRosa glares at his opponent from the opposite corner.
This is the first time they meet inside the cage
It's hard to say who will be winning this fight. The specialized media doesn't have a favourite either.
The referee of the bout is Herb Dean.
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Round 1
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The bell announces the first round!
Roxanne Modafferi shoots for a double leg takedown!
She hits it! Tara LaRosa is taken off his feet, but she manages to pull Modafferi into his guard.
Roxanne Modafferi is in closed guard over LaRosa
LaRosa works on the ground with his fingers over Modafferi's face
Modafferi shakes his head and continues fighting on the ground.
Roxanne Modafferi is in closed guard over LaRosa
Modafferi is in closed guard... LaRosa tries to roll on the ground!
Roxanne Modafferi uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
Poorly executed technique. Roxanne Modafferi looks to counter!
Roxanne Modafferi looks to posture up and open Tara LaRosa's guard...
Roxanne Modafferi forces Tara LaRosa to open his guard.
Roxanne Modafferi is in open guard over LaRosa
Roxanne Modafferi tries to pass to half guard...
Tara LaRosa can't prevent his opponent from passing. Modafferi looks to work from half guard.
The clock says 0:50 in the 1 round
Roxanne Modafferi is in half guard over LaRosa
Roxanne Modafferi pushes LaRosa's leg and tries to move to full mount.
LaRosa wraps his legs while she holds Roxanne Modafferi's head... Tight guard!
The clock says 1:00 in the 1 round
Roxanne Modafferi is in half guard over LaRosa
Tara LaRosa tries to close the guard.
Nothing from this effort.
Poorly executed technique. Roxanne Modafferi looks to counter!
Roxanne Modafferi tries to pass Tara LaRosa's guard...
Roxanne Modafferi passes momentarily but Tara LaRosa sees and opening and traps her in full guard.
Roxanne Modafferi is in closed guard over LaRosa
Roxanne Modafferi looks to posture up and open Tara LaRosa's guard...
Roxanne Modafferi forces Tara LaRosa to open his guard.
Roxanne Modafferi is in open guard over LaRosa
Modafferi moves on the ground
Roxanne Modafferi moves to side mount
Roxanne Modafferi is in side mount over Tara LaRosa
Tara LaRosa attempts to trap Roxanne Modafferi in his guard.
Roxanne Modafferi keeps control and remains in side mount.
Roxanne Modafferi is in side mount over Tara LaRosa
Tara LaRosa attempts to trap Roxanne Modafferi in his guard.
Roxanne Modafferi keeps control and remains in side mount.
The referee decides to stand up the fighters since there was not much action on the ground.
Both fighters continue the fight on their feet. You can hear how the people agree with that decision.
As the fight continues it seems that Roxanne Modafferi is taking the best of the fight.
Modafferi and LaRosa circle around the center of the cage.
Roxanne Modafferi takes a few seconds to recover his breath...
Modafferi launches a hook to the body
Bang! LaRosa stops that one with his ribs!
Roxanne Modafferi was tooling Tara LaRosa for the whole fight. I don't know if it's because Tara LaRosa lack of fighting spirit or just of skill.
Tara LaRosa attempts a sweep single...
Roxanne Modafferi was ready and shrugs off the takedown attempt.
Modafferi is trying to counter now!
Roxanne Modafferi fakes a move and launches a liver kick!
That almost wrenches Tara LaRosa! I'm sure that his liver will be sore tomorrow.
Roxanne Modafferi is doing his best Floyd Mayweather impression by not engaging.
Tara LaRosa attempts a sweep single...
Roxanne Modafferi was ready and shrugs off the takedown attempt.
LaRosa tries some clinching in order to control the fight...
Modafferi moves backwards and circles around Tara LaRosa.
Tara LaRosa gets sloppy and Roxanne Modafferi tries to take advantage...
Modafferi tries some clinching in order to control the fight...
Well done. Modafferi is clinching with LaRosa.
Modafferi doesn't want to clinch as she ducks under Tara LaRosa embrace and tries to move away...
Nice move from Modafferi who put distance between them
LaRosa pushes Roxanne Modafferi and moves away from her. She seems to be recovering his breath.
The clock says 3:25 in the 1 round
These two fighters are showing each other a ton of respect.
3:37 Round 1 and Modafferi is still in good shape. She sure has trained hard for this fight.
Modafferi fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
Tara LaRosa didn't see it coming and has been put on the ground!
Roxanne Modafferi is in open guard over LaRosa
Modafferi moves on the ground...
..and gets to half guard.
Roxanne Modafferi is in half guard over LaRosa
Tara LaRosa tries to close the guard.
Nothing from this effort.
The clock says 4:05 in the 1 round
Roxanne Modafferi is in half guard over LaRosa
You can hear the excitement from the crowd. Tara LaRosa can end the fight with his ground and pound.
Tara LaRosa attempts to move to full guard
Roxanne Modafferi keeps good control and remains in half guard.
Roxanne Modafferi is in half guard over LaRosa
LaRosa measures the resilience of Modafferi's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Modafferi blocks the hits as she works on the ground.
Tara LaRosa gets sloppy and Roxanne Modafferi tries to take advantage...
Modafferi sits over his knees and pushes away LaRosa's leg!
Roxanne Modafferi is able to put away his leg and then jumps to side mount.
Roxanne Modafferi is in side mount over Tara LaRosa
LaRosa measures the resilience of Modafferi's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Those hits are leaving hitches in Modafferi's side.
The clock says 4:30 in the 1 round
Roxanne Modafferi is in side mount over Tara LaRosa
Modafferi shifts to north-south position and tries to finish with a lock!
LaRosa pushes Roxanne Modafferi forward against his back and breaks the lock!
Tara LaRosa is in closed guard over Modafferi
Roxanne Modafferi was tooling Tara LaRosa for the whole fight. I don't know if it's because Tara LaRosa lack of fighting spirit or just of skill.
Tara LaRosa tries to pass Roxanne Modafferi's guard...
Tara LaRosa passes momentarily but Roxanne Modafferi regains full guard.
The clock says 4:55 in the 1 round
Tara LaRosa is in closed guard over Modafferi
Modafferi attempts a triangle from bottom! Tara LaRosa slips out. Modafferi quickly turns his hips over and switches to the armbar! She's throwing everything at her.
Tara LaRosa slips out and backs away to avoid danger.
Herb Dean halts the fight to stand up Roxanne Modafferi. The fight resumes with both fighters standing.
Both fighters have climbed to their feet and they continue the fight standing. The people who are watching this in Budweiser Gardens (London, Ontario) are cheering for the fighters.
The ref stops the action. The round is over.
The round is for Modafferi, who walks calmly to his corner.
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Round 2
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Modafferi looks for angles as she throws a few jabs that are countered by Tara LaRosa's punches
Modafferi measures the resilience of LaRosa's chin with an uppercut while LaRosa lands some great crosses.
Roxanne Modafferi shoots for a double leg takedown!
She hits it! Tara LaRosa is taken off his feet, but she manages to pull Modafferi into his guard.
Roxanne Modafferi is in closed guard over LaRosa
Roxanne Modafferi looks to posture up and open Tara LaRosa's guard...
Tara LaRosa has a solid guard and keeps his ankles locked.
Roxanne Modafferi is in closed guard over LaRosa
Roxanne Modafferi looks to posture up and open Tara LaRosa's guard...
Roxanne Modafferi forces Tara LaRosa to open his guard.
The clock says 0:55 in the 2 round
Roxanne Modafferi is in open guard over LaRosa
You can hear the excitement from the crowd. Tara LaRosa can end the fight with his ground and pound.
LaRosa tries to close his guard around Modafferi
She is not able to do it
Roxanne Modafferi is in open guard over LaRosa
LaRosa tries to close his guard around Modafferi
She is not able to do it
The clock says 1:20 in the 2 round
Roxanne Modafferi is in open guard over LaRosa
Modafferi is in open guard over LaRosa... she fakes a move and then tries a kneebar!
LaRosa rolls on the ground trying to get free and after a few kicks of his own she escapes.
Poorly executed technique. Tara LaRosa looks to counter!
LaRosa switches to high guard just before trying to sink a triangle!
Modafferi struggles and his head turns red from the choke, but she manages to slip his head of the lock!
Roxanne Modafferi is in open guard over LaRosa
LaRosa tries to close his guard around Modafferi
She succeeds!
Roxanne Modafferi is in closed guard over LaRosa
Modafferi is in closed guard... LaRosa tries to roll on the ground!
Roxanne Modafferi uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
Herb Dean stands the fighters up due to a lack of activity.
Both fighters continue the fight on their feet. You can hear how the people agree with that decision.
Modafferi showing excellent timing, blasts Tara LaRosa with a right hand.
Great hook by Roxanne Modafferi! Tara LaRosa is caught off balance and slips to the ground!
There is a small laceration on Tara LaRosa's Chin
Modafferi is standing while LaRosa is on the ground on his back
LaRosa tries to hit Roxanne Modafferi with a kick to his knee from the ground.
Nice kick. Modafferi steps backwards trying to find a way to use his advantage now.
Modafferi is standing while LaRosa is on the ground on his back
Modafferi shows no signs of slowing down. She's in great shape.
Roxanne Modafferi creates space and allows Tara LaRosa to stand up.
Tara LaRosa is on his feet again.
Lightning fast low kick from Modafferi!
Loud pop! I'm sure that hurts!
Tara LaRosa fakes a move and launches a nice uppercut
Modafferi blocks that. It was easy!
Modafferi moves forward looking for some action
Roxanne Modafferi shows some wrestling skills as she put his opponent in a double overhook!
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
LaRosa takes a break to breathe while holding Roxanne Modafferi.
Herb Dean sees a lack of activity in the clinch and separates the fighters.
Roxanne Modafferi leans forwards and tries to grapple with LaRosa
Modafferi shows his clinching skills. Both fighters are clinching now.
Tara LaRosa pushes away Modafferi trying to keep the fight at striking range
Modafferi doesn't want to break the clinch as she still is grappling with Tara LaRosa
The fighters are clinching.
Modafferi pushes off of Tara LaRosa and starts launching a flurry of hooks and body shots!
LaRosa stumbles backwards but Roxanne Modafferi chases her and continues the rain of blows!
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
LaRosa and Roxanne Modafferi are cliched up against the cage. LaRosa steps for a throw
Modafferi stays on his feet
LaRosa misses a step and Roxanne Modafferi sees an opportunity to counter her!
Roxanne Modafferi tries to bring the fight to the ground
LaRosa goes down.
Roxanne Modafferi is in open guard over LaRosa
Terrible one sided match... LaRosa was not ready to fight a fighter of Roxanne Modafferi caliber.
Modafferi tries to jump to side mount.
Tara LaRosa closed his guard around Roxanne Modafferi.
Roxanne Modafferi is in side mount over Tara LaRosa
Roxanne Modafferi tries a kimura
LaRosa breaks the lock.
Roxanne Modafferi is in side mount over Tara LaRosa
LaRosa tries to show some ground skills
Modafferi uses his strength to keep Modafferi at a disadvantage
Roxanne Modafferi is in side mount over Tara LaRosa
LaRosa tries to show some ground skills
Modafferi uses his strength to keep Modafferi at a disadvantage
Poorly executed technique. Roxanne Modafferi looks to counter!
Roxanne Modafferi looks to mount Tara LaRosa...
Roxanne Modafferi slides his knee across and gets to mount.
Roxanne Modafferi is in full mount over Tara LaRosa
Tara LaRosa tries to roll to his side and trap Roxanne Modafferi in his guard...
Roxanne Modafferi keeps good control and remains in full mount.
Roxanne Modafferi is in full mount over Tara LaRosa
Deep breaths from Tara LaRosa who tries a hammer punch to Modafferi's ribs.
Modafferi blocks those punches
LaRosa clumsily fails here and it's time for Roxanne Modafferi to fight back!
LaRosa tries to escape from the full mount...
Roxanne Modafferi is not caught off guard and moves to side mount to keep his superior position.
Roxanne Modafferi is in side mount over Tara LaRosa
LaRosa measures the resilience of Modafferi's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Modafferi blocks the hits as she works on the ground.
The referee decides to stand up the fighters since there was not much action on the ground.
Both fighters have climbed to their feet and they continue the fight standing. The people who are watching this in Budweiser Gardens (London, Ontario) are cheering for the fighters.
Modafferi grabs his opponent by the waist and tries to take the fight to the ground
Great takedown by Roxanne Modafferi
The referee separates the fighters as the buzzer sounds.
This round is clearly for Roxanne Modafferi.
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Round 3
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You can hear the excitement from the crowd. Tara LaRosa can end the fight with his ground and pound.
LaRosa throws a body kick.
Blocked by Modafferi.
LaRosa misses a step and Roxanne Modafferi sees an opportunity to counter her!
Shovel hook by Roxanne Modafferi
tags LaRosa.
0:21 Round 3 and LaRosa is still in good shape. She sure has trained hard for this fight.
LaRosa grabs his opponent by the waist and tries to take the fight to the ground
Great takedown by Tara LaRosa
Tara LaRosa is in open guard over Modafferi
Tara LaRosa launches a few punches to Modafferi
Modafferi covers herself well and then rolls on the ground. Great reversal!
Roxanne Modafferi is in open guard over LaRosa
Roxanne Modafferi tries to finish with a leg lock!
LaRosa is able to break the lock.
LaRosa tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
LaRosa throws his legs up in a triangle attempt!
Roxanne Modafferi realizes the danger and stands up to avoid the attack.
Herb Dean halts the fight to stand up Roxanne Modafferi. The fight resumes with both fighters standing.
Both fighters continue the fight on their feet. You can hear how the people agree with that decision.
LaRosa launches a flurry of punches
but only manages to land glancing blows.
The clock says 1:05 in the 3 round
Tara LaRosa jabs at Modafferi
to no visible effect.
Tara LaRosa gets sloppy and Roxanne Modafferi tries to take advantage...
Crisp uppercut by Modafferi followed by a hard jab
Tara LaRosa stumbles back.
Modafferi studies his opponent looking for a hole in his defense.
The two exchange wildly
Modafferi is connecting with a few punches
Tara LaRosa attempts a sweep single...
Roxanne Modafferi was ready and shrugs off the takedown attempt.
LaRosa fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
Modafferi sprawls and remains on his feet.
The clock says 2:00 in the 3 round
LaRosa fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
Roxanne Modafferi didn't see it coming and has been put on the ground!
Tara LaRosa is in open guard over Modafferi
Modafferi tries to close his guard around LaRosa
She succeeds!
Tara LaRosa is in closed guard over Modafferi
Modafferi attempts a triangle from bottom! Tara LaRosa slips out. Modafferi quickly turns his hips over and switches to the armbar! She's throwing everything at her.
Tara LaRosa slips out and backs away to avoid danger.
Roxanne Modafferi gets sloppy and Tara LaRosa tries to take advantage...
LaRosa cartwheels towards Modafferi!
She lands in side mount over a surprised Roxanne Modafferi.
Tara LaRosa is in side mount over Roxanne Modafferi
Tara LaRosa looks to pass to mount...
Modafferi creates space and scrambles back to his feet.
Both fighters continue the fight on their feet. You can hear how the people agree with that decision.
Modafferi moves aside and launches a furious low kick!
Tara LaRosa checks the kick.
Roxanne Modafferi attempts a sweep single...
Roxanne Modafferi catches Tara LaRosa's far ankle and trips her to the mat! Slick takedown by Modafferi.
Roxanne Modafferi is in closed guard over LaRosa
Modafferi struggles on the ground and tries to break Tara LaRosa's guard...
Roxanne Modafferi is in LaRosa open guard now
Roxanne Modafferi is in open guard over LaRosa
Modafferi moves on the ground..
She gets half guard.
Roxanne Modafferi is in half guard over LaRosa
Tara LaRosa attempts to move to full guard
Roxanne Modafferi keeps good control and remains in half guard.
Roxanne Modafferi is in half guard over LaRosa
Roxanne Modafferi isolates Tara LaRosa's arm and neck looking for an arm triangle
That Arm Triangle looks tight...
Tara LaRosa is able to relieve the pressure on his neck and slip out of the hold.
Roxanne Modafferi is in half guard over LaRosa
Tara LaRosa attempts to move to full guard
Roxanne Modafferi keeps good control and remains in half guard.
Roxanne Modafferi is in half guard over LaRosa
Roxanne Modafferi goes for an americana!
LaRosa breaks free.
Roxanne Modafferi is in half guard over LaRosa
BJJ! That is what must be passing through LaRosa's mind right now. Nobody wants to stay long in that position with a submission artist like Modafferi
Roxanne Modafferi tries to free his leg...
Roxanne Modafferi uses some of his skill by jumping out of LaRosa's guard. She moves quickly to full mount!
Roxanne Modafferi is in side mount over Tara LaRosa
Tara LaRosa attempts to trap Roxanne Modafferi in his guard.
Roxanne Modafferi keeps control and remains in side mount.
The clock says 4:15 in the 3 round
Roxanne Modafferi is in side mount over Tara LaRosa
LaRosa measures the resilience of Modafferi's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Those hits are leaving hitches in Modafferi's side.
Roxanne Modafferi is in side mount over Tara LaRosa
Tara LaRosa attempts to trap Roxanne Modafferi in his guard.
Roxanne Modafferi keeps control and remains in side mount.
Roxanne Modafferi is in side mount over Tara LaRosa
Tara LaRosa attempts to trap Roxanne Modafferi in his guard.
Roxanne Modafferi keeps control and remains in side mount.
The clock says 4:45 in the 3 round
Roxanne Modafferi is in side mount over Tara LaRosa
Deep breaths from Tara LaRosa who tries a hammer punch to Modafferi's ribs.
That hit Modafferi who moves on the ground in order to protect herself
Roxanne Modafferi is in side mount over Tara LaRosa
Tara LaRosa attempts to trap Roxanne Modafferi in his guard.
Roxanne Modafferi keeps control and remains in side mount.
Herb Dean separates the fighters as the round concludes. The fighters shake hands as they head back to their corners.
I can't give the advantage to either fighter in that round.
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Round 4
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Roxanne Modafferi shoots for a double leg takedown!
She hits it! Tara LaRosa is taken off his feet, but she manages to pull Modafferi into his guard.
Roxanne Modafferi is in closed guard over LaRosa
LaRosa launches a few weak punches
Modafferi blocks them effectively.
Modafferi is trying to counter now!
Roxanne Modafferi tries to pass Tara LaRosa's guard...
Roxanne Modafferi manages to get his leg free and moves to half guard.
Roxanne Modafferi is in half guard over LaRosa
Deep breaths from Tara LaRosa who tries a hammer punch to Modafferi's ribs.
Modafferi blocks those punches
The clock says 0:40 in the 4 round
Roxanne Modafferi is in half guard over LaRosa
Tara LaRosa attempts to move to full guard
Tara LaRosa manages to switch to full guard.
Roxanne Modafferi is in open guard over LaRosa
Tara LaRosa seems fresh. She may still have a lot of gas in his tank.
LaRosa tries to close his guard around Modafferi
She is not able to do it
Roxanne Modafferi is in open guard over LaRosa
LaRosa tries to close his guard around Modafferi
She is not able to do it
Herb Dean has seen enough passivity on the ground and stands up the fighters.
Both fighters have climbed to their feet and they continue the fight standing. The people who are watching this in Budweiser Gardens (London, Ontario) are cheering for the fighters.
LaRosa is holding Roxanne Modafferi's left leg... She's trying to take her down.
Roxanne Modafferi loses balance and goes to the ground.
Tara LaRosa is in side mount over Roxanne Modafferi
Tara LaRosa looks to mount Roxanne Modafferi...
Roxanne Modafferi sees an opening and locks his opponent in half guard.
Tara LaRosa is in half guard over Modafferi
Roxanne Modafferi attempts to move to full guard
Roxanne Modafferi manages to switch to full guard.
The clock says 1:40 in the 4 round
Tara LaRosa is in open guard over Modafferi
Tara LaRosa pushes Roxanne Modafferi against the fence and then tries to improve his position.
Roxanne Modafferi struggles not allowing Tara LaRosa improve his position.
Poorly executed technique. Roxanne Modafferi looks to counter!
Modafferi tries to close his guard around LaRosa
She succeeds!
Tara LaRosa is in closed guard over Modafferi
LaRosa struggles on the ground and tries to break Roxanne Modafferi's guard...
Modafferi doesn't want to free his opponent and LaRosa continues in closed guard
The clock says 1:55 in the 4 round
Tara LaRosa is in closed guard over Modafferi
LaRosa tries to escape from closed guard...
Modafferi waits for the moment and tries to roll! Too late for Tara LaRosa! She is reversed and nor Roxanne Modafferi is on half guard!
Roxanne Modafferi is in half guard over LaRosa
Not a desiderable position that Modafferi is in now. Tara LaRosa is well knowed for his strong and relentless GnP.
Tara LaRosa tries to close the guard.
Nothing from this effort.
LaRosa clumsily fails here and it's time for Roxanne Modafferi to fight back!
Modafferi tries to free his leg...
She moves to side mount!
The clock says 2:10 in the 4 round
Roxanne Modafferi is in side mount over Tara LaRosa
Roxanne Modafferi looks to pass to mount...
Modafferi slides his knee across and achieves the mount position! Tough spot for Tara LaRosa.
Roxanne Modafferi is in full mount over Tara LaRosa
Tara LaRosa tries to roll to his side and trap Roxanne Modafferi in his guard...
Roxanne Modafferi keeps good control and remains in full mount.
Herb Dean stands the fighters up due to a lack of activity.
Both fighters continue the fight on their feet. You can hear how the people agree with that decision.
LaRosa fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
Modafferi sprawls and remains on his feet.
Modafferi is trying to counter now!
Modafferi launches a furious low kick!
LaRosa receives a hard blow on his left leg!
LaRosa hyper-extended his left leg
Tara LaRosa tries to bring the fight to the ground
Modafferi goes down.
Hard blow to Modafferi's mid-section, she seems hurt
Tara LaRosa is in open guard over Modafferi
Modafferi tries to close his guard around LaRosa
She succeeds!
Tara LaRosa is in closed guard over Modafferi
Tara LaRosa tries to pass Roxanne Modafferi's guard...
Tara LaRosa passes momentarily but Roxanne Modafferi regains full guard.
Tara LaRosa is in closed guard over Modafferi
Tara LaRosa tries to pass Roxanne Modafferi's guard...
Tara LaRosa passes momentarily but Roxanne Modafferi regains full guard.
Tara LaRosa is in closed guard over Modafferi
Tara LaRosa tries to pass Roxanne Modafferi's guard...
Tara LaRosa passes momentarily but Roxanne Modafferi regains full guard.
Tara LaRosa is in closed guard over Modafferi
LaRosa struggles on the ground and tries to break Roxanne Modafferi's guard...
Modafferi doesn't want to free his opponent and LaRosa continues in closed guard
Tara LaRosa is in closed guard over Modafferi
Tara LaRosa looks to posture up and open Roxanne Modafferi's guard...
Roxanne Modafferi has a solid guard and keeps his ankles locked.
The clock says 3:55 in the 4 round
Tara LaRosa is in closed guard over Modafferi
Roxanne Modafferi throws up a triangle attempt!
Tara LaRosa postures up and breaks the triangle.
Herb Dean has seen enough passivity on the ground and stands up the fighters.
Both fighters have climbed to their feet and they continue the fight standing. The people who are watching this in Budweiser Gardens (London, Ontario) are cheering for the fighters.
The clock says 4:05 in the 4 round
Tara LaRosa tries to take the fight to the ground with a one leg takedown...
Modafferi is unable to remain on his feet and falls to the ground
Tara LaRosa is in open guard over Modafferi
Roxanne Modafferi is cooling the fight on the ground
Tara LaRosa is in open guard over Modafferi
Tara LaRosa pushes Roxanne Modafferi against the fence and then tries to improve his position.
Roxanne Modafferi struggles not allowing Tara LaRosa improve his position.
Modafferi tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
Modafferi tries to close his guard around LaRosa
She succeeds!
The clock says 4:40 in the 4 round
Tara LaRosa is in closed guard over Modafferi
Tara LaRosa tries to pass Roxanne Modafferi's guard...
Tara LaRosa passes momentarily but Roxanne Modafferi regains full guard.
Tara LaRosa is in closed guard over Modafferi
LaRosa is in closed guard... Modafferi tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! She is now in full mount over Tara LaRosa!
Roxanne Modafferi is in full mount over Tara LaRosa
LaRosa launches a few weak punches
Modafferi blocks them effectively.
Modafferi tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
Modafferi tries to keep hs position while looking to maybe begin a pounding session...
Roxanne Modafferi controls the situation despite Tara LaRosa efforts for escaping from the full mount.
The buzzer sounds, marking the end of the round. The ref tells the fighters to go to their corner.
That was a close round.
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Round 5
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Modafferi cornermen are yelling for his man to escape from the ground as LaRosa can finish a fight on the ground with some good pounding if you give her the chance.
Tara LaRosa tries to bring the fight to the ground
Modafferi goes down.
Hard blow to Modafferi's mid-section, she seems hurt
Tara LaRosa is in open guard over Modafferi
LaRosa tries to launch a few punches to Roxanne Modafferi
Modafferi is able to achieve closed guard and counter Tara LaRosa's punches.
Herb Dean stands the fighters up due to a lack of activity.
Both fighters have climbed to their feet and they continue the fight standing. The people who are watching this in Budweiser Gardens (London, Ontario) are cheering for the fighters.
Tara LaRosa goes with a looping right hand while Roxanne Modafferi jumps back and jabs
LaRosa only hits air and the subsequent exchange is fruitless.
Roxanne Modafferi fakes a punch and shows some footwork moving aside.
Tara LaRosa is doing his best Floyd Mayweather impression by not engaging.
Both fighters circle around the center of the cage.
Tara LaRosa fakes a punch and shows some footwork moving aside.
Roxanne Modafferi is doing his best Floyd Mayweather impression by not engaging.
LaRosa decides to launch some tentative punches
Roxanne Modafferi takes the best of a brief punching exchange.
LaRosa's Left cheek is beginning to swell
Tara LaRosa fakes a punch and shows some footwork moving aside.
The clock says 1:45 in the 5 round
LaRosa is holding Roxanne Modafferi's left leg... She's trying to take her down.
Roxanne Modafferi loses balance and goes to the ground.
Tara LaRosa is in side mount over Roxanne Modafferi
Tara LaRosa looks to mount Roxanne Modafferi...
Roxanne Modafferi takes advantage of his opponent's over commitment and traps her in full guard.
Tara LaRosa is in open guard over Modafferi
Tara LaRosa tries to pass to half guard...
Roxanne Modafferi's guard is too good and she fails to pass.
The clock says 2:15 in the 5 round
Tara LaRosa is in open guard over Modafferi
LaRosa is one of those men capable of pounding you into oblivion!
Tara LaRosa pushes Roxanne Modafferi against the fence and then tries to improve his position.
Roxanne Modafferi struggles not allowing Tara LaRosa improve his position.
Modafferi tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
Modafferi tries to close his guard around LaRosa
She succeeds!
Tara LaRosa is in closed guard over Modafferi
Tara LaRosa looks to posture up and open Roxanne Modafferi's guard...
Roxanne Modafferi has a solid guard and keeps his ankles locked.
The clock says 2:30 in the 5 round
Tara LaRosa is in closed guard over Modafferi
LaRosa is a savvy submission specialist. It's an honor just to watch her work on the ground.
LaRosa use some of his wrestling skills to escape from the closed guard!
After a few tentative moves, she jumps to side mount! The crowd in Budweiser Gardens (London, Ontario) is cheering her!
The clock says 2:40 in the 5 round
Tara LaRosa is in side mount over Roxanne Modafferi
Roxanne Modafferi attempts to trap Tara LaRosa in his guard.
Roxanne Modafferi manages to switch to full guard.
Tara LaRosa is in closed guard over Modafferi
Modafferi attempts a triangle from bottom! Tara LaRosa slips out. Modafferi quickly turns his hips over and switches to the armbar! She's throwing everything at her.
Tara LaRosa slips out and backs away to avoid danger.
Herb Dean halts the fight to stand up Roxanne Modafferi. The fight resumes with both fighters standing.
Both fighters have climbed to their feet and they continue the fight standing. The people who are watching this in Budweiser Gardens (London, Ontario) are cheering for the fighters.
LaRosa fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
Modafferi sprawls and remains on his feet.
LaRosa clumsily fails here and it's time for Roxanne Modafferi to fight back!
Modafferi fires low kicks
punishing LaRosa's legs repeatedly.
LaRosa hyper-extended his left leg
These two fighters are showing each other a ton of respect.
The clock says 3:25 in the 5 round
Roxanne Modafferi shoots for a double leg takedown!
She hits it! Tara LaRosa is taken off his feet, but she manages to pull Modafferi into his guard.
Crushing shot to LaRosa's body! She's holding his side
Roxanne Modafferi is in closed guard over LaRosa
Modafferi struggles on the ground and tries to break Tara LaRosa's guard...
Roxanne Modafferi is in LaRosa open guard now
Roxanne Modafferi is in open guard over LaRosa
Modafferi is in open guard over LaRosa... she fakes a move and then tries a kneebar!
LaRosa rolls on the ground trying to get free and after a few kicks of his own she escapes.
Herb Dean halts the fight to stand up Roxanne Modafferi. The fight resumes with both fighters standing.
Both fighters continue the fight on their feet. You can hear how the people agree with that decision.
Lightning fast low kick from Modafferi!
Loud pop! I'm sure that hurts!
The clock says 4:05 in the 5 round
Roxanne Modafferi shoots for a double leg takedown!
She hits it! Tara LaRosa is taken off his feet, but she manages to pull Modafferi into his guard.
Roxanne Modafferi is in closed guard over LaRosa
Modafferi is in closed guard... LaRosa tries to roll on the ground!
Roxanne Modafferi uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
Modafferi is trying to counter now!
Roxanne Modafferi tries to pass Tara LaRosa's guard...
Roxanne Modafferi manages to get his leg free and moves to half guard.
Roxanne Modafferi is in half guard over LaRosa
Roxanne Modafferi hooks LaRosa's left leg and sits back for a kneebar!
Tara LaRosa manages to kick Modafferi away and scrambles on top!
Tara LaRosa is in open guard over Modafferi
Roxanne Modafferi isolates an arm in a kimura attempt!
Crippling lock!
Modafferi is locking that Kimura...
Punishing hold!
That Kimura from Roxanne Modafferi appears to be unbreakable
LaRosa blocks the hold and uses the opportunity to pass Modafferi's guard.
Tara LaRosa is in half guard over Modafferi
Modafferi launches a few weak punches
Those punches are hitting LaRosa's ribs.
Tara LaRosa is in half guard over Modafferi
LaRosa tries to get a side mount...
Modafferi wraps his leg around Tara LaRosa leg and prevents her from moving.
Herb Dean separates the fighters as the round concludes. The fighters shake hands as they head back to their corners.
This round is clearly for Roxanne Modafferi.
Winner is Roxanne Modafferi by Unanimous decision
Statistics: Roxanne Modafferi
Punches 14/16 (88%)
Kicks 7/8 (88%)
Clinch strikes 4/6 (67%)
Takedowns 9/9 (100%)
GnP strikes 2/3 (67%)
Submissions 13/13 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 1/1 (100%)
Time on the ground 911 s
Statistics: Tara LaRosa
Punches 4/15 (27%)
Kicks 0/1 (0%)
Clinch strikes 0/1 (0%)
Takedowns 7/13 (54%)
GnP strikes 5/24 (21%)
Submissions 2/2 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 0/1 (0%)
Time on the ground 931 s
Tara LaRosa glares at his opponent from the opposite corner.
This is the first time they meet inside the cage
It's hard to say who will be winning this fight. The specialized media doesn't have a favourite either.
The referee of the bout is Herb Dean.
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Round 1
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The bell announces the first round!
Roxanne Modafferi shoots for a double leg takedown!
She hits it! Tara LaRosa is taken off his feet, but she manages to pull Modafferi into his guard.
Roxanne Modafferi is in closed guard over LaRosa
LaRosa works on the ground with his fingers over Modafferi's face
Modafferi shakes his head and continues fighting on the ground.
Roxanne Modafferi is in closed guard over LaRosa
Modafferi is in closed guard... LaRosa tries to roll on the ground!
Roxanne Modafferi uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
Poorly executed technique. Roxanne Modafferi looks to counter!
Roxanne Modafferi looks to posture up and open Tara LaRosa's guard...
Roxanne Modafferi forces Tara LaRosa to open his guard.
Roxanne Modafferi is in open guard over LaRosa
Roxanne Modafferi tries to pass to half guard...
Tara LaRosa can't prevent his opponent from passing. Modafferi looks to work from half guard.
The clock says 0:50 in the 1 round
Roxanne Modafferi is in half guard over LaRosa
Roxanne Modafferi pushes LaRosa's leg and tries to move to full mount.
LaRosa wraps his legs while she holds Roxanne Modafferi's head... Tight guard!
The clock says 1:00 in the 1 round
Roxanne Modafferi is in half guard over LaRosa
Tara LaRosa tries to close the guard.
Nothing from this effort.
Poorly executed technique. Roxanne Modafferi looks to counter!
Roxanne Modafferi tries to pass Tara LaRosa's guard...
Roxanne Modafferi passes momentarily but Tara LaRosa sees and opening and traps her in full guard.
Roxanne Modafferi is in closed guard over LaRosa
Roxanne Modafferi looks to posture up and open Tara LaRosa's guard...
Roxanne Modafferi forces Tara LaRosa to open his guard.
Roxanne Modafferi is in open guard over LaRosa
Modafferi moves on the ground
Roxanne Modafferi moves to side mount
Roxanne Modafferi is in side mount over Tara LaRosa
Tara LaRosa attempts to trap Roxanne Modafferi in his guard.
Roxanne Modafferi keeps control and remains in side mount.
Roxanne Modafferi is in side mount over Tara LaRosa
Tara LaRosa attempts to trap Roxanne Modafferi in his guard.
Roxanne Modafferi keeps control and remains in side mount.
The referee decides to stand up the fighters since there was not much action on the ground.
Both fighters continue the fight on their feet. You can hear how the people agree with that decision.
As the fight continues it seems that Roxanne Modafferi is taking the best of the fight.
Modafferi and LaRosa circle around the center of the cage.
Roxanne Modafferi takes a few seconds to recover his breath...
Modafferi launches a hook to the body
Bang! LaRosa stops that one with his ribs!
Roxanne Modafferi was tooling Tara LaRosa for the whole fight. I don't know if it's because Tara LaRosa lack of fighting spirit or just of skill.
Tara LaRosa attempts a sweep single...
Roxanne Modafferi was ready and shrugs off the takedown attempt.
Modafferi is trying to counter now!
Roxanne Modafferi fakes a move and launches a liver kick!
That almost wrenches Tara LaRosa! I'm sure that his liver will be sore tomorrow.
Roxanne Modafferi is doing his best Floyd Mayweather impression by not engaging.
Tara LaRosa attempts a sweep single...
Roxanne Modafferi was ready and shrugs off the takedown attempt.
LaRosa tries some clinching in order to control the fight...
Modafferi moves backwards and circles around Tara LaRosa.
Tara LaRosa gets sloppy and Roxanne Modafferi tries to take advantage...
Modafferi tries some clinching in order to control the fight...
Well done. Modafferi is clinching with LaRosa.
Modafferi doesn't want to clinch as she ducks under Tara LaRosa embrace and tries to move away...
Nice move from Modafferi who put distance between them
LaRosa pushes Roxanne Modafferi and moves away from her. She seems to be recovering his breath.
The clock says 3:25 in the 1 round
These two fighters are showing each other a ton of respect.
3:37 Round 1 and Modafferi is still in good shape. She sure has trained hard for this fight.
Modafferi fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
Tara LaRosa didn't see it coming and has been put on the ground!
Roxanne Modafferi is in open guard over LaRosa
Modafferi moves on the ground...
..and gets to half guard.
Roxanne Modafferi is in half guard over LaRosa
Tara LaRosa tries to close the guard.
Nothing from this effort.
The clock says 4:05 in the 1 round
Roxanne Modafferi is in half guard over LaRosa
You can hear the excitement from the crowd. Tara LaRosa can end the fight with his ground and pound.
Tara LaRosa attempts to move to full guard
Roxanne Modafferi keeps good control and remains in half guard.
Roxanne Modafferi is in half guard over LaRosa
LaRosa measures the resilience of Modafferi's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Modafferi blocks the hits as she works on the ground.
Tara LaRosa gets sloppy and Roxanne Modafferi tries to take advantage...
Modafferi sits over his knees and pushes away LaRosa's leg!
Roxanne Modafferi is able to put away his leg and then jumps to side mount.
Roxanne Modafferi is in side mount over Tara LaRosa
LaRosa measures the resilience of Modafferi's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Those hits are leaving hitches in Modafferi's side.
The clock says 4:30 in the 1 round
Roxanne Modafferi is in side mount over Tara LaRosa
Modafferi shifts to north-south position and tries to finish with a lock!
LaRosa pushes Roxanne Modafferi forward against his back and breaks the lock!
Tara LaRosa is in closed guard over Modafferi
Roxanne Modafferi was tooling Tara LaRosa for the whole fight. I don't know if it's because Tara LaRosa lack of fighting spirit or just of skill.
Tara LaRosa tries to pass Roxanne Modafferi's guard...
Tara LaRosa passes momentarily but Roxanne Modafferi regains full guard.
The clock says 4:55 in the 1 round
Tara LaRosa is in closed guard over Modafferi
Modafferi attempts a triangle from bottom! Tara LaRosa slips out. Modafferi quickly turns his hips over and switches to the armbar! She's throwing everything at her.
Tara LaRosa slips out and backs away to avoid danger.
Herb Dean halts the fight to stand up Roxanne Modafferi. The fight resumes with both fighters standing.
Both fighters have climbed to their feet and they continue the fight standing. The people who are watching this in Budweiser Gardens (London, Ontario) are cheering for the fighters.
The ref stops the action. The round is over.
The round is for Modafferi, who walks calmly to his corner.
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Round 2
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Modafferi looks for angles as she throws a few jabs that are countered by Tara LaRosa's punches
Modafferi measures the resilience of LaRosa's chin with an uppercut while LaRosa lands some great crosses.
Roxanne Modafferi shoots for a double leg takedown!
She hits it! Tara LaRosa is taken off his feet, but she manages to pull Modafferi into his guard.
Roxanne Modafferi is in closed guard over LaRosa
Roxanne Modafferi looks to posture up and open Tara LaRosa's guard...
Tara LaRosa has a solid guard and keeps his ankles locked.
Roxanne Modafferi is in closed guard over LaRosa
Roxanne Modafferi looks to posture up and open Tara LaRosa's guard...
Roxanne Modafferi forces Tara LaRosa to open his guard.
The clock says 0:55 in the 2 round
Roxanne Modafferi is in open guard over LaRosa
You can hear the excitement from the crowd. Tara LaRosa can end the fight with his ground and pound.
LaRosa tries to close his guard around Modafferi
She is not able to do it
Roxanne Modafferi is in open guard over LaRosa
LaRosa tries to close his guard around Modafferi
She is not able to do it
The clock says 1:20 in the 2 round
Roxanne Modafferi is in open guard over LaRosa
Modafferi is in open guard over LaRosa... she fakes a move and then tries a kneebar!
LaRosa rolls on the ground trying to get free and after a few kicks of his own she escapes.
Poorly executed technique. Tara LaRosa looks to counter!
LaRosa switches to high guard just before trying to sink a triangle!
Modafferi struggles and his head turns red from the choke, but she manages to slip his head of the lock!
Roxanne Modafferi is in open guard over LaRosa
LaRosa tries to close his guard around Modafferi
She succeeds!
Roxanne Modafferi is in closed guard over LaRosa
Modafferi is in closed guard... LaRosa tries to roll on the ground!
Roxanne Modafferi uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
Herb Dean stands the fighters up due to a lack of activity.
Both fighters continue the fight on their feet. You can hear how the people agree with that decision.
Modafferi showing excellent timing, blasts Tara LaRosa with a right hand.
Great hook by Roxanne Modafferi! Tara LaRosa is caught off balance and slips to the ground!
There is a small laceration on Tara LaRosa's Chin
Modafferi is standing while LaRosa is on the ground on his back
LaRosa tries to hit Roxanne Modafferi with a kick to his knee from the ground.
Nice kick. Modafferi steps backwards trying to find a way to use his advantage now.
Modafferi is standing while LaRosa is on the ground on his back
Modafferi shows no signs of slowing down. She's in great shape.
Roxanne Modafferi creates space and allows Tara LaRosa to stand up.
Tara LaRosa is on his feet again.
Lightning fast low kick from Modafferi!
Loud pop! I'm sure that hurts!
Tara LaRosa fakes a move and launches a nice uppercut
Modafferi blocks that. It was easy!
Modafferi moves forward looking for some action
Roxanne Modafferi shows some wrestling skills as she put his opponent in a double overhook!
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
LaRosa takes a break to breathe while holding Roxanne Modafferi.
Herb Dean sees a lack of activity in the clinch and separates the fighters.
Roxanne Modafferi leans forwards and tries to grapple with LaRosa
Modafferi shows his clinching skills. Both fighters are clinching now.
Tara LaRosa pushes away Modafferi trying to keep the fight at striking range
Modafferi doesn't want to break the clinch as she still is grappling with Tara LaRosa
The fighters are clinching.
Modafferi pushes off of Tara LaRosa and starts launching a flurry of hooks and body shots!
LaRosa stumbles backwards but Roxanne Modafferi chases her and continues the rain of blows!
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
LaRosa and Roxanne Modafferi are cliched up against the cage. LaRosa steps for a throw
Modafferi stays on his feet
LaRosa misses a step and Roxanne Modafferi sees an opportunity to counter her!
Roxanne Modafferi tries to bring the fight to the ground
LaRosa goes down.
Roxanne Modafferi is in open guard over LaRosa
Terrible one sided match... LaRosa was not ready to fight a fighter of Roxanne Modafferi caliber.
Modafferi tries to jump to side mount.
Tara LaRosa closed his guard around Roxanne Modafferi.
Roxanne Modafferi is in side mount over Tara LaRosa
Roxanne Modafferi tries a kimura
LaRosa breaks the lock.
Roxanne Modafferi is in side mount over Tara LaRosa
LaRosa tries to show some ground skills
Modafferi uses his strength to keep Modafferi at a disadvantage
Roxanne Modafferi is in side mount over Tara LaRosa
LaRosa tries to show some ground skills
Modafferi uses his strength to keep Modafferi at a disadvantage
Poorly executed technique. Roxanne Modafferi looks to counter!
Roxanne Modafferi looks to mount Tara LaRosa...
Roxanne Modafferi slides his knee across and gets to mount.
Roxanne Modafferi is in full mount over Tara LaRosa
Tara LaRosa tries to roll to his side and trap Roxanne Modafferi in his guard...
Roxanne Modafferi keeps good control and remains in full mount.
Roxanne Modafferi is in full mount over Tara LaRosa
Deep breaths from Tara LaRosa who tries a hammer punch to Modafferi's ribs.
Modafferi blocks those punches
LaRosa clumsily fails here and it's time for Roxanne Modafferi to fight back!
LaRosa tries to escape from the full mount...
Roxanne Modafferi is not caught off guard and moves to side mount to keep his superior position.
Roxanne Modafferi is in side mount over Tara LaRosa
LaRosa measures the resilience of Modafferi's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Modafferi blocks the hits as she works on the ground.
The referee decides to stand up the fighters since there was not much action on the ground.
Both fighters have climbed to their feet and they continue the fight standing. The people who are watching this in Budweiser Gardens (London, Ontario) are cheering for the fighters.
Modafferi grabs his opponent by the waist and tries to take the fight to the ground
Great takedown by Roxanne Modafferi
The referee separates the fighters as the buzzer sounds.
This round is clearly for Roxanne Modafferi.
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Round 3
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You can hear the excitement from the crowd. Tara LaRosa can end the fight with his ground and pound.
LaRosa throws a body kick.
Blocked by Modafferi.
LaRosa misses a step and Roxanne Modafferi sees an opportunity to counter her!
Shovel hook by Roxanne Modafferi
tags LaRosa.
0:21 Round 3 and LaRosa is still in good shape. She sure has trained hard for this fight.
LaRosa grabs his opponent by the waist and tries to take the fight to the ground
Great takedown by Tara LaRosa
Tara LaRosa is in open guard over Modafferi
Tara LaRosa launches a few punches to Modafferi
Modafferi covers herself well and then rolls on the ground. Great reversal!
Roxanne Modafferi is in open guard over LaRosa
Roxanne Modafferi tries to finish with a leg lock!
LaRosa is able to break the lock.
LaRosa tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
LaRosa throws his legs up in a triangle attempt!
Roxanne Modafferi realizes the danger and stands up to avoid the attack.
Herb Dean halts the fight to stand up Roxanne Modafferi. The fight resumes with both fighters standing.
Both fighters continue the fight on their feet. You can hear how the people agree with that decision.
LaRosa launches a flurry of punches
but only manages to land glancing blows.
The clock says 1:05 in the 3 round
Tara LaRosa jabs at Modafferi
to no visible effect.
Tara LaRosa gets sloppy and Roxanne Modafferi tries to take advantage...
Crisp uppercut by Modafferi followed by a hard jab
Tara LaRosa stumbles back.
Modafferi studies his opponent looking for a hole in his defense.
The two exchange wildly
Modafferi is connecting with a few punches
Tara LaRosa attempts a sweep single...
Roxanne Modafferi was ready and shrugs off the takedown attempt.
LaRosa fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
Modafferi sprawls and remains on his feet.
The clock says 2:00 in the 3 round
LaRosa fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
Roxanne Modafferi didn't see it coming and has been put on the ground!
Tara LaRosa is in open guard over Modafferi
Modafferi tries to close his guard around LaRosa
She succeeds!
Tara LaRosa is in closed guard over Modafferi
Modafferi attempts a triangle from bottom! Tara LaRosa slips out. Modafferi quickly turns his hips over and switches to the armbar! She's throwing everything at her.
Tara LaRosa slips out and backs away to avoid danger.
Roxanne Modafferi gets sloppy and Tara LaRosa tries to take advantage...
LaRosa cartwheels towards Modafferi!
She lands in side mount over a surprised Roxanne Modafferi.
Tara LaRosa is in side mount over Roxanne Modafferi
Tara LaRosa looks to pass to mount...
Modafferi creates space and scrambles back to his feet.
Both fighters continue the fight on their feet. You can hear how the people agree with that decision.
Modafferi moves aside and launches a furious low kick!
Tara LaRosa checks the kick.
Roxanne Modafferi attempts a sweep single...
Roxanne Modafferi catches Tara LaRosa's far ankle and trips her to the mat! Slick takedown by Modafferi.
Roxanne Modafferi is in closed guard over LaRosa
Modafferi struggles on the ground and tries to break Tara LaRosa's guard...
Roxanne Modafferi is in LaRosa open guard now
Roxanne Modafferi is in open guard over LaRosa
Modafferi moves on the ground..
She gets half guard.
Roxanne Modafferi is in half guard over LaRosa
Tara LaRosa attempts to move to full guard
Roxanne Modafferi keeps good control and remains in half guard.
Roxanne Modafferi is in half guard over LaRosa
Roxanne Modafferi isolates Tara LaRosa's arm and neck looking for an arm triangle
That Arm Triangle looks tight...
Tara LaRosa is able to relieve the pressure on his neck and slip out of the hold.
Roxanne Modafferi is in half guard over LaRosa
Tara LaRosa attempts to move to full guard
Roxanne Modafferi keeps good control and remains in half guard.
Roxanne Modafferi is in half guard over LaRosa
Roxanne Modafferi goes for an americana!
LaRosa breaks free.
Roxanne Modafferi is in half guard over LaRosa
BJJ! That is what must be passing through LaRosa's mind right now. Nobody wants to stay long in that position with a submission artist like Modafferi
Roxanne Modafferi tries to free his leg...
Roxanne Modafferi uses some of his skill by jumping out of LaRosa's guard. She moves quickly to full mount!
Roxanne Modafferi is in side mount over Tara LaRosa
Tara LaRosa attempts to trap Roxanne Modafferi in his guard.
Roxanne Modafferi keeps control and remains in side mount.
The clock says 4:15 in the 3 round
Roxanne Modafferi is in side mount over Tara LaRosa
LaRosa measures the resilience of Modafferi's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Those hits are leaving hitches in Modafferi's side.
Roxanne Modafferi is in side mount over Tara LaRosa
Tara LaRosa attempts to trap Roxanne Modafferi in his guard.
Roxanne Modafferi keeps control and remains in side mount.
Roxanne Modafferi is in side mount over Tara LaRosa
Tara LaRosa attempts to trap Roxanne Modafferi in his guard.
Roxanne Modafferi keeps control and remains in side mount.
The clock says 4:45 in the 3 round
Roxanne Modafferi is in side mount over Tara LaRosa
Deep breaths from Tara LaRosa who tries a hammer punch to Modafferi's ribs.
That hit Modafferi who moves on the ground in order to protect herself
Roxanne Modafferi is in side mount over Tara LaRosa
Tara LaRosa attempts to trap Roxanne Modafferi in his guard.
Roxanne Modafferi keeps control and remains in side mount.
Herb Dean separates the fighters as the round concludes. The fighters shake hands as they head back to their corners.
I can't give the advantage to either fighter in that round.
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Round 4
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Roxanne Modafferi shoots for a double leg takedown!
She hits it! Tara LaRosa is taken off his feet, but she manages to pull Modafferi into his guard.
Roxanne Modafferi is in closed guard over LaRosa
LaRosa launches a few weak punches
Modafferi blocks them effectively.
Modafferi is trying to counter now!
Roxanne Modafferi tries to pass Tara LaRosa's guard...
Roxanne Modafferi manages to get his leg free and moves to half guard.
Roxanne Modafferi is in half guard over LaRosa
Deep breaths from Tara LaRosa who tries a hammer punch to Modafferi's ribs.
Modafferi blocks those punches
The clock says 0:40 in the 4 round
Roxanne Modafferi is in half guard over LaRosa
Tara LaRosa attempts to move to full guard
Tara LaRosa manages to switch to full guard.
Roxanne Modafferi is in open guard over LaRosa
Tara LaRosa seems fresh. She may still have a lot of gas in his tank.
LaRosa tries to close his guard around Modafferi
She is not able to do it
Roxanne Modafferi is in open guard over LaRosa
LaRosa tries to close his guard around Modafferi
She is not able to do it
Herb Dean has seen enough passivity on the ground and stands up the fighters.
Both fighters have climbed to their feet and they continue the fight standing. The people who are watching this in Budweiser Gardens (London, Ontario) are cheering for the fighters.
LaRosa is holding Roxanne Modafferi's left leg... She's trying to take her down.
Roxanne Modafferi loses balance and goes to the ground.
Tara LaRosa is in side mount over Roxanne Modafferi
Tara LaRosa looks to mount Roxanne Modafferi...
Roxanne Modafferi sees an opening and locks his opponent in half guard.
Tara LaRosa is in half guard over Modafferi
Roxanne Modafferi attempts to move to full guard
Roxanne Modafferi manages to switch to full guard.
The clock says 1:40 in the 4 round
Tara LaRosa is in open guard over Modafferi
Tara LaRosa pushes Roxanne Modafferi against the fence and then tries to improve his position.
Roxanne Modafferi struggles not allowing Tara LaRosa improve his position.
Poorly executed technique. Roxanne Modafferi looks to counter!
Modafferi tries to close his guard around LaRosa
She succeeds!
Tara LaRosa is in closed guard over Modafferi
LaRosa struggles on the ground and tries to break Roxanne Modafferi's guard...
Modafferi doesn't want to free his opponent and LaRosa continues in closed guard
The clock says 1:55 in the 4 round
Tara LaRosa is in closed guard over Modafferi
LaRosa tries to escape from closed guard...
Modafferi waits for the moment and tries to roll! Too late for Tara LaRosa! She is reversed and nor Roxanne Modafferi is on half guard!
Roxanne Modafferi is in half guard over LaRosa
Not a desiderable position that Modafferi is in now. Tara LaRosa is well knowed for his strong and relentless GnP.
Tara LaRosa tries to close the guard.
Nothing from this effort.
LaRosa clumsily fails here and it's time for Roxanne Modafferi to fight back!
Modafferi tries to free his leg...
She moves to side mount!
The clock says 2:10 in the 4 round
Roxanne Modafferi is in side mount over Tara LaRosa
Roxanne Modafferi looks to pass to mount...
Modafferi slides his knee across and achieves the mount position! Tough spot for Tara LaRosa.
Roxanne Modafferi is in full mount over Tara LaRosa
Tara LaRosa tries to roll to his side and trap Roxanne Modafferi in his guard...
Roxanne Modafferi keeps good control and remains in full mount.
Herb Dean stands the fighters up due to a lack of activity.
Both fighters continue the fight on their feet. You can hear how the people agree with that decision.
LaRosa fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
Modafferi sprawls and remains on his feet.
Modafferi is trying to counter now!
Modafferi launches a furious low kick!
LaRosa receives a hard blow on his left leg!
LaRosa hyper-extended his left leg
Tara LaRosa tries to bring the fight to the ground
Modafferi goes down.
Hard blow to Modafferi's mid-section, she seems hurt
Tara LaRosa is in open guard over Modafferi
Modafferi tries to close his guard around LaRosa
She succeeds!
Tara LaRosa is in closed guard over Modafferi
Tara LaRosa tries to pass Roxanne Modafferi's guard...
Tara LaRosa passes momentarily but Roxanne Modafferi regains full guard.
Tara LaRosa is in closed guard over Modafferi
Tara LaRosa tries to pass Roxanne Modafferi's guard...
Tara LaRosa passes momentarily but Roxanne Modafferi regains full guard.
Tara LaRosa is in closed guard over Modafferi
Tara LaRosa tries to pass Roxanne Modafferi's guard...
Tara LaRosa passes momentarily but Roxanne Modafferi regains full guard.
Tara LaRosa is in closed guard over Modafferi
LaRosa struggles on the ground and tries to break Roxanne Modafferi's guard...
Modafferi doesn't want to free his opponent and LaRosa continues in closed guard
Tara LaRosa is in closed guard over Modafferi
Tara LaRosa looks to posture up and open Roxanne Modafferi's guard...
Roxanne Modafferi has a solid guard and keeps his ankles locked.
The clock says 3:55 in the 4 round
Tara LaRosa is in closed guard over Modafferi
Roxanne Modafferi throws up a triangle attempt!
Tara LaRosa postures up and breaks the triangle.
Herb Dean has seen enough passivity on the ground and stands up the fighters.
Both fighters have climbed to their feet and they continue the fight standing. The people who are watching this in Budweiser Gardens (London, Ontario) are cheering for the fighters.
The clock says 4:05 in the 4 round
Tara LaRosa tries to take the fight to the ground with a one leg takedown...
Modafferi is unable to remain on his feet and falls to the ground
Tara LaRosa is in open guard over Modafferi
Roxanne Modafferi is cooling the fight on the ground
Tara LaRosa is in open guard over Modafferi
Tara LaRosa pushes Roxanne Modafferi against the fence and then tries to improve his position.
Roxanne Modafferi struggles not allowing Tara LaRosa improve his position.
Modafferi tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
Modafferi tries to close his guard around LaRosa
She succeeds!
The clock says 4:40 in the 4 round
Tara LaRosa is in closed guard over Modafferi
Tara LaRosa tries to pass Roxanne Modafferi's guard...
Tara LaRosa passes momentarily but Roxanne Modafferi regains full guard.
Tara LaRosa is in closed guard over Modafferi
LaRosa is in closed guard... Modafferi tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! She is now in full mount over Tara LaRosa!
Roxanne Modafferi is in full mount over Tara LaRosa
LaRosa launches a few weak punches
Modafferi blocks them effectively.
Modafferi tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
Modafferi tries to keep hs position while looking to maybe begin a pounding session...
Roxanne Modafferi controls the situation despite Tara LaRosa efforts for escaping from the full mount.
The buzzer sounds, marking the end of the round. The ref tells the fighters to go to their corner.
That was a close round.
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Round 5
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Modafferi cornermen are yelling for his man to escape from the ground as LaRosa can finish a fight on the ground with some good pounding if you give her the chance.
Tara LaRosa tries to bring the fight to the ground
Modafferi goes down.
Hard blow to Modafferi's mid-section, she seems hurt
Tara LaRosa is in open guard over Modafferi
LaRosa tries to launch a few punches to Roxanne Modafferi
Modafferi is able to achieve closed guard and counter Tara LaRosa's punches.
Herb Dean stands the fighters up due to a lack of activity.
Both fighters have climbed to their feet and they continue the fight standing. The people who are watching this in Budweiser Gardens (London, Ontario) are cheering for the fighters.
Tara LaRosa goes with a looping right hand while Roxanne Modafferi jumps back and jabs
LaRosa only hits air and the subsequent exchange is fruitless.
Roxanne Modafferi fakes a punch and shows some footwork moving aside.
Tara LaRosa is doing his best Floyd Mayweather impression by not engaging.
Both fighters circle around the center of the cage.
Tara LaRosa fakes a punch and shows some footwork moving aside.
Roxanne Modafferi is doing his best Floyd Mayweather impression by not engaging.
LaRosa decides to launch some tentative punches
Roxanne Modafferi takes the best of a brief punching exchange.
LaRosa's Left cheek is beginning to swell
Tara LaRosa fakes a punch and shows some footwork moving aside.
The clock says 1:45 in the 5 round
LaRosa is holding Roxanne Modafferi's left leg... She's trying to take her down.
Roxanne Modafferi loses balance and goes to the ground.
Tara LaRosa is in side mount over Roxanne Modafferi
Tara LaRosa looks to mount Roxanne Modafferi...
Roxanne Modafferi takes advantage of his opponent's over commitment and traps her in full guard.
Tara LaRosa is in open guard over Modafferi
Tara LaRosa tries to pass to half guard...
Roxanne Modafferi's guard is too good and she fails to pass.
The clock says 2:15 in the 5 round
Tara LaRosa is in open guard over Modafferi
LaRosa is one of those men capable of pounding you into oblivion!
Tara LaRosa pushes Roxanne Modafferi against the fence and then tries to improve his position.
Roxanne Modafferi struggles not allowing Tara LaRosa improve his position.
Modafferi tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
Modafferi tries to close his guard around LaRosa
She succeeds!
Tara LaRosa is in closed guard over Modafferi
Tara LaRosa looks to posture up and open Roxanne Modafferi's guard...
Roxanne Modafferi has a solid guard and keeps his ankles locked.
The clock says 2:30 in the 5 round
Tara LaRosa is in closed guard over Modafferi
LaRosa is a savvy submission specialist. It's an honor just to watch her work on the ground.
LaRosa use some of his wrestling skills to escape from the closed guard!
After a few tentative moves, she jumps to side mount! The crowd in Budweiser Gardens (London, Ontario) is cheering her!
The clock says 2:40 in the 5 round
Tara LaRosa is in side mount over Roxanne Modafferi
Roxanne Modafferi attempts to trap Tara LaRosa in his guard.
Roxanne Modafferi manages to switch to full guard.
Tara LaRosa is in closed guard over Modafferi
Modafferi attempts a triangle from bottom! Tara LaRosa slips out. Modafferi quickly turns his hips over and switches to the armbar! She's throwing everything at her.
Tara LaRosa slips out and backs away to avoid danger.
Herb Dean halts the fight to stand up Roxanne Modafferi. The fight resumes with both fighters standing.
Both fighters have climbed to their feet and they continue the fight standing. The people who are watching this in Budweiser Gardens (London, Ontario) are cheering for the fighters.
LaRosa fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
Modafferi sprawls and remains on his feet.
LaRosa clumsily fails here and it's time for Roxanne Modafferi to fight back!
Modafferi fires low kicks
punishing LaRosa's legs repeatedly.
LaRosa hyper-extended his left leg
These two fighters are showing each other a ton of respect.
The clock says 3:25 in the 5 round
Roxanne Modafferi shoots for a double leg takedown!
She hits it! Tara LaRosa is taken off his feet, but she manages to pull Modafferi into his guard.
Crushing shot to LaRosa's body! She's holding his side
Roxanne Modafferi is in closed guard over LaRosa
Modafferi struggles on the ground and tries to break Tara LaRosa's guard...
Roxanne Modafferi is in LaRosa open guard now
Roxanne Modafferi is in open guard over LaRosa
Modafferi is in open guard over LaRosa... she fakes a move and then tries a kneebar!
LaRosa rolls on the ground trying to get free and after a few kicks of his own she escapes.
Herb Dean halts the fight to stand up Roxanne Modafferi. The fight resumes with both fighters standing.
Both fighters continue the fight on their feet. You can hear how the people agree with that decision.
Lightning fast low kick from Modafferi!
Loud pop! I'm sure that hurts!
The clock says 4:05 in the 5 round
Roxanne Modafferi shoots for a double leg takedown!
She hits it! Tara LaRosa is taken off his feet, but she manages to pull Modafferi into his guard.
Roxanne Modafferi is in closed guard over LaRosa
Modafferi is in closed guard... LaRosa tries to roll on the ground!
Roxanne Modafferi uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
Modafferi is trying to counter now!
Roxanne Modafferi tries to pass Tara LaRosa's guard...
Roxanne Modafferi manages to get his leg free and moves to half guard.
Roxanne Modafferi is in half guard over LaRosa
Roxanne Modafferi hooks LaRosa's left leg and sits back for a kneebar!
Tara LaRosa manages to kick Modafferi away and scrambles on top!
Tara LaRosa is in open guard over Modafferi
Roxanne Modafferi isolates an arm in a kimura attempt!
Crippling lock!
Modafferi is locking that Kimura...
Punishing hold!
That Kimura from Roxanne Modafferi appears to be unbreakable
LaRosa blocks the hold and uses the opportunity to pass Modafferi's guard.
Tara LaRosa is in half guard over Modafferi
Modafferi launches a few weak punches
Those punches are hitting LaRosa's ribs.
Tara LaRosa is in half guard over Modafferi
LaRosa tries to get a side mount...
Modafferi wraps his leg around Tara LaRosa leg and prevents her from moving.
Herb Dean separates the fighters as the round concludes. The fighters shake hands as they head back to their corners.
This round is clearly for Roxanne Modafferi.
Winner is Roxanne Modafferi by Unanimous decision
Statistics: Roxanne Modafferi
Punches 14/16 (88%)
Kicks 7/8 (88%)
Clinch strikes 4/6 (67%)
Takedowns 9/9 (100%)
GnP strikes 2/3 (67%)
Submissions 13/13 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 1/1 (100%)
Time on the ground 911 s
Statistics: Tara LaRosa
Punches 4/15 (27%)
Kicks 0/1 (0%)
Clinch strikes 0/1 (0%)
Takedowns 7/13 (54%)
GnP strikes 5/24 (21%)
Submissions 2/2 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 0/1 (0%)
Time on the ground 931 s
Have 9 points in celebration of this monumental achievement!