MATT WARD SET TO FIGHT TYLER SMITH ON AUGUST 16 IN FLORENCE, AL

(PRESS RELEASE) -- Growing up, Matt Ward was always a shy and quiet kid, yet competitive and athletic. So after high school, he wanted to try something new and decided to give mixed martial arts a try. He found Triad Martial Arts and has been there for eight years. He has been quite successful so far and was undefeated as an amateur and is 1-1 as a professional fighter.

On Saturday night, Ward will face his biggest test to date when he goes up against Tyler Smith from Memphis, TN. Smith is also 1-1 as a pro, had over twenty five amateur fights, and is one of the most athletic fighters in the region. When asked about this fight, here is what Ward had to say:

“My opponent seems very explosive and fearless. He’s not afraid to get in your face and go for the win. I feel like I’m the more technical fighter, but he has fight experience on me. I’d like to win this fight however I can whether it be submission, knockout, or TKO, it doesn’t matter, but I would like the finish. I don’t trust judges. My strength as a fighter is my ground game, but I’m feeling comfortable on my feet these days. I’m extremely excited to have this opportunity. I’ve been trying to get on V3 for a year now. I have no ill will towards my opponent, he’s a competitor as am I. After the fight I will shake his hand and thank him for the opportunity. As far as my prediction on the fight, I’ll just say second round TKO.”

This fight is an early candidate for “Fight of the Night.” Fight fans, you definitely do not want to miss this one!

This event will be televised on internet pay per view at www.ustream.com/channel/v3fights

WHAT: V3Fights: Rhodes vs Lemon

WHEN: Saturday August 16, 2014 6:00 pm Doors open 7:00 pm Fights start

WHERE:Shoals Theatre 123 N Seminary St Florence, AL 35630

ADMISSION: $30 for upper level and $50 for lower level

You can get your tickets at www.v3fights.com

All ages welcome

For further information, go to www.v3fights.com

About V3Fights V3Fights was founded in Memphis, TN as an amateur fighting circuit in 2009. In 2014, the company made their professional debut. The company’s mission is to provide quality professional MMA events for fans across the mid-south whether it be live, on television, or pay per view. V3Fights is one of the premier launching pads for professional MMA fighters are the next generation of MMA. For more information on V3Fights, visit www.v3fights.com.