LAS VEGAS – LFA president Sven Bean announced recenly that the LFA has entered into two event production agreements in June of 2023.
“The LFA team will debut at a new venue in a new state and return to the West Coast for back to back events in June,” said Bean, who handles venue booking and scheduling for the LFA.
“We will kick things off by debuting in the state of Kentucky at the Owensboro Sportscenter, in Owensboro, Kentucky on Friday June 16,” stated Bean.
“I love to make new partners and produce shows at new venues, and I’m excited for the LFA to debut in the state of Kentucky. The team has been great to work with throughout the planning stages and couldn’t be more proactive. I look forward to showing a new market and new fans what an LFA event is all about.”
Owensboro Convention Center General Manager Jeff Esposito echoed the sentiment “The Owensboro Sportscenter is thrilled to collaborate with Legacy Fighting Alliance and Visit Owensboro to present a world-class mixed martial arts experience to all sports fans in the community. The LFA produces events around the world and we are thrilled to bring the event to Owensboro.”
Mark Calitri, president of Visit Owensboro added, “This is an incredible opportunity to collaborate with one of the most active and respected MMA organizations in the fastest growing sport in the world. LFA creates a visitor experience that’s entertaining and unique, that can be our differentiator from other communities.”
Tickets for LFA 160 are on sale now at OwensboroTickets.com.
LFA 160 will be broadcast live at 9 p.m. ET on UFC Fight Pass.
“The following week, the LFA returns to the west coast and the Commerce Casino and Hotel in Commerce California on Friday, June 23,” continued Bean.
“The Commerce Casino has proven to be a great spot for us to produce events. The location is ideal for Los Angeles fans. The fanbase there is like no where else we go, and the LFA events there always have a bit of party vibe. Each show we get better and better, and I am sure we will raise the bar again in June “
Commerce Casino & Hotel special operations manager Daphne Jackson added:
“We are excited to bring LFA back to The Commerce Casino & Hotel in June. LFA is one of the most respected MMA Promotions with a great fan base. It’s a joy to work with a staff of true professionals. We are looking forward to another wonderful night at The Commerce Casino & Hotel.”
Tickets for LFA 161 will go onsale Friday April 28, at 10 a.m. PT through LFATix.com.
LFA 161 will be broadcast live at 10 p.m. ETT on UFC Fight Pass.
Look for LFA 160 and 161 main event, co-main event and key matchup announcements from LFA CEO Ed Soares in the coming days.
