ARCA Racing News

The 2016 ARCA Racing schedule has been unveiled.  Opening night at Flat Rock Speedway is set for April 30th. 

     The 2016 ARCA (Automobile Racing Club of America) Racing schedule for Flat Rock Speedway has been unveiled, and "Opening Night" is scheduled for Saturday, April 30th.  A practice day for Flat Rock Speedway is scheduled to take place one week earlier on Saturday, April 23rd, from 11:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.  Click on the link below to view the complete 2016 ARCA Racing schedule for Flat Rock Speedway.
     The 2016 ARCA Racing schedule for Toledo Speedway has also been released, and the "7-Up 200" is scheduled for Saturday, April 16th.  A practice day for Toledo Speedway is scheduled for Saturday, April 2nd, from 12:00 p.m.-5:00 p.m.  Click on the link below to view the complete 2016 ARCA Racing schedule for Toledo Speedway.
     Fox Sports 1 (FS1) will televise several 2016 ARCA Racing events from all across the Country.  "The Lucas Oil 200" (at Daytona International Speedway) can be seen this Saturday, February 13th, at 4:00 p.m. on Fox Sports One.  The "Talladega ARCA 200" (at Talladega Superspeedway) can be seen on Friday, April 29th, at 5:00 p.m. on Fox Sports One.  Click on the links below for more information about ARCA Racing, or Fox Sports.
     BCSN (Buckeye Cable Sports Network) aired several Flat Rock, and Toledo ARCA Racing events from 2004-2015.  There has been no confirmation as to whether or not the network plans to televise ARCA Racing events in 2016.  BCSN has significantly grown since they first began broadcasting sporting events back in 2004.  Click on the link below for more information about Buckeye Cable Sports Network.
     Flat Rock Speedway, and Toledo Speedway both have a really cool feature on their websites called "Throwback Thursday".  Old photographs are revealed, and memories are relived each and every Thursday. Click on the links below for more information.  
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For more information about Flat Rock Speedway click on  flatrockspeedway.com



For more information about Toledo Speedway click on  www.toledospeedway.com 



For more information about ARCA Racing click on  www.arcaracing.com



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For more information about Buckeye Cable Sports Network click on  www.bcsn.tv



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Icehawks Soar Over Wild 10-2

On Saturday, the Tri-City Icehawks (in black) defeated the Michigan Wild (in light blue) 10-2.

     On Saturday, the Tri-City Icehawks soared over the Michigan Wild 10-2.  Both teams compete in the Midwest Division of the USPHL (U.S. Premier Hockey League).  The Michigan Wild play all of their home games at the Farmington Hills Ice Arena located at 35500 E. 8 Mile Road, in Farmington Hills.  Click on the link below for more information about the USPHL.
     The Tri-City Icehawks are currently in 1st place in the Midwest Division Eastern Conference standings with 73 points, and an overall record of 35-7.  The Icehawks play all of their home games at the Bay County Civic Arena located at 4231 Shrestha Drive, in Bay City.
     The Michigan Wild are currently in 8th place in the Midwest Division Eastern Conference standings with 6 points, and an overall record of 2-42.  The Wild will play their final home game of the 2015-2016 season against the Detroit Fighting Irish on Saturday, February 13th, at 5:30 p.m.
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Five Nations Tournament

The USA NTDP U17 Team is set to compete in the 2016 U17 Five Nations Tournament.

     The USA NTDP (National Team Development Program) U17 (Under 17) Team will compete in the 2016 U17 Five Nations Tournament beginning this Tuesday, in Plymouth.  The Five Nations Tournament takes place from Tuesday, February 9th - Saturday, February 13th at the USA Hockey Arena.  Team USA will compete against Finland, Sweden, Russia, and the Czech Republic.  The USA Hockey Arena is formerly known as Compuware Arena, and is located at 14900 Beck Road, in Plymouth.  Click on the link below for more information about the USA NTDP, or the USA Hockey Arena.
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Tuesday, February 9th, 2016             7:00 p.m.           USA vs. Czech Republic



Wednesday, February 10th, 2016      7:00 p.m.           USA vs. Finland



Friday, February 12th, 2016              7:00 p.m.            USA vs. Sweden



Saturday, February 13th, 2016          7:00 p.m.            USA vs.  Russia











For more information about the USA NTDP click on  www.usahockeyntdp.com



For more information about the USA Hockey Arena click on  www.usahockeyarena.com



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PBC Has Changed Boxing

     I recently watched a broadcast of PBC (Premier Boxing Champions), and now I'm hooked on boxing again. Premier Boxing Champions has changed the sport of boxing, and it's making household names out of professional boxers like Danny Garcia, Deontay Wilder, and Keith Thurman.  PBC can be seen on several networks including Fox, Fox Sports 1, NBC, NBC Sports Network, CBS, ABC, ESPN, Spike, and Bounce TV. PBC features title bouts, and matchups between the top boxers in the world.  PBC is essentially doing for boxing what the UFC (Ultimate Fighting Championship) did for MMA (Mixed Martial Arts).  The next PBC broadcast is scheduled for Tuesday, February 9th, at 11:00 p.m on Fox Sports 1.  Click on the link below for more information about Premier Boxing Champions.
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Youth Soccer In The Heights

     The Dearborn Heights Soccer Club, and the Michigan Mustang FC (Futbol Club) offers youth soccer programs for children as young 3 years old.  They have recreational youth teams, select youth teams, and premier youth teams for kids in the U13 (Under 13 years old) age level.  Their official website also includes UEFA (Union of European Football Associations) Champions League updates.  Click on the link below for more information about the Dearborn Heights Soccer Club, and the Michigan Mustang FC.
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Best of January 2016

     The month of January featured 16 posts that were highly viewed by people all over the World.  "Pro Wrestling News" continues to receive several views.  Scroll down to check out the Top 3 most viewed posts of January.  You can always leave a comment, and you can email the Mitten State Sports Report at mittenstatesportsreport@rocketmail.com  Click on past months to see all of the Mitten State Sports Report's archived material.














                                                                  Best of January 2016














1.  "Pro Wrestling News"  posted 1/30/2016

2.  "Pictures of 2015"  posted 1/15/2016

3.  "Davenport 10 - 2 EMU" posted 1/26/2016

                                                                 Pic of the Month

The Pic of the Month is a photograph from the 34th Annual Plymouth Ice Festival.

                                                                     Link of the Month  




                                                             Sports Jeopardy on Crackle




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                                                              January 2016 Poll  Results








                     Should the Mitten State Sports Report keep doing the monthly Poll Question?









Yes                                                                                                     50%







No                                                                                                     50%











                                      Have you ever voted on the monthly Poll Question?









Yes                                                                                                  50%







No                                                                                                   50%










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Bowling Showcase On WADL

     Bowling Showcase can be seen on Saturday mornings (10:00 a.m.) on WADL TV Detroit, or at www.mdusbc.com.  Bowling Showcase is a television show about local bowling, and focuses on providing the latest news, and information about the Metro Detroit USBC (United States Bowling Congress).  Mark Martin, and Stephanie Penxa host the half an hour long episodes, and portions of the broadcasts are recorded at local bowling alleys throughout Metro Detroit.  Bowling Showcase also features a segment with "Metro Detroit Bowling & Resource Center" instructor Lou Marquez.  Marquez offers advice, and tips that can improve any skill level bowler.  Click on the links below for more information about the Metro Detroit Bowling & Resource Center, the Metro Detroit USBC, or WADL TV Detroit. 
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For more information about Bowling Showcase click on  www.mdusbc.com/bowling-showcase



For info about the Metro Detroit Bowling & Resource Center click on  www.bowlingmd.com



For more information about WADL TV Detroit click on  www.wadldetroit.com



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Blog of the Month - February

                                                                    Blog of the Month


                                                              kybasketball.blogspot.com


                                                                    Blog of the Month









     Aaron Kall is the Director of Debate at the University of Michigan, but his allegiance lies with the University of Kentucky men's basketball team.  Kall studied at the University of Michigan, and at the University of Kentucky. Kall has also been seen talking about politics on Local 4 News WDIV Detroit.  College basketball fans will really enjoy Aaron's blog, and fans of the Kentucky Wildcats will absolutely love it.  Kall also includes a regularly updated twitter feed on his blog, and his overall content is very informative.  Click on the link below for more information about Aaron Kall's University of Kentucky men's basketball blog.
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New Features For 2016

From the offices of the Mitten State Sports Report!

     The Mitten State Sports Report is constantly looking for ways to grow, and improve.  Two groundbreaking additions are sure to amp up the Mitten State Sports Report for 2016.  The Mitten State Sports Report has significantly upgraded its photography equipment, and the pictures will be noticeably better in the near future. The other new feature for 2016 is the "Blog of the Month".  There are many talented writers around the Country, and several of them reside right here in Michigan.  The Mitten State Sports Report will now highlight a new blog every month for you to check out.
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Pro Wrestling News

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                                                     Upcoming Local Wrestling Shows!










- Clash Wrestling returns to the Taylortown Trade Center (tonight) on Saturday, January 30th for "Seize The Day 9".  See the stars of Clash Wrestling like Gavin Quinn, Cameron Skyy, and Dragon Greed.  Veda Scott is also scheduled to appear, and bell time is set for 8:00 p.m.  The Taylortown Trade Center is located at 22525 Ecorse Road, in Taylor.  For more information about Clash Wrestling click on clashwrestling.com





- WWE (World Wrestling Entertainment) NXT takes over the Royal Oak Music Theatre (tonight) on Saturday, January 30th.  See the stars of WWE NXT like Finn Balor, Samoa Joe, and Baron Corbin.  Doors open at 6:30 p.m.  The Royal Oak Music Theatre is located at 318 W 4th Street, in Royal Oak.  For more information about WWE click on www.wwe.com





- PWAS (Pro Wrestling All Stars) of Detroit returns to Play Atlantis on Friday, February 5th for "Wrestle Bowl III".  See the stars of PWAS like Breyer Wellington, Mysterious Movado, and Atlas Hytower.  Bell time is scheduled for 7:30 p.m.  Play Atlantis is located at 19400 Allen Road, in Melvindale.  For more information about Pro Wrestling All Stars of Detroit click on https://www.facebook.com/PWASDETROIT





- XICW (Xtreme Intense Championship Wrestling) Detroit returns to Clay Township Park on Sunday, February 21st for XICW 205: "Winterslam".  See the stars of XICW Detroit like Rhino, Zach Gowen, and Jamie Coxx. Bell time is scheduled for 1:30 p.m.  Clay Township Park is located at 4710 PTE Trembel Drive, in Clay Township.  For more information about XICW Detroit click on www.xicwdetroit.com





- WWE Monday Night Raw takes over Joe Louis Arena on Monday, February 22nd.  See the stars of WWE like Brock Lesnar, Roman Reigns, and Dean Ambrose.  Bell time is scheduled for 7:30 p.m.  Joe Louis Arena is located at 19 Steve Yzerman Drive, in Detroit.  For more information about WWE click on www.wwe.com





- XICW Detroit returns to the Imperial House on Sunday, February 28th for XICW 206.  See the stars of XICW Detroit like Caleb Stills, Donnie Hollows, and D.B.A.  Bell time is scheduled for 5:30 p.m.  The Imperial House is located at 34701 Groesbeck Hwy, in Clinton Township.  For more information about XICW Detroit click on www.xicwdetroit.com





- WWE returns to the Dow Event Center on Saturday, March 5th for Live Road to Wrestlemania.  See the stars of WWE like Bray Wyatt, Dolph Ziggler, and The Dudley Boyz.  Bell time is scheduled for 7:30 p.m.  The Dow Event Center is located at 303 Johnson Street, in Saginaw.  For more information about WWE click on www.wwe.com





- XICW Detroit returns to the Imperial House on Saturday, March 12th for XICW 207: "Best In Detroit 14".  See the stars of XICW Detroit like Jake Something, Hakim Zane, and MM3 (Malcolm Monroe III).  Bell time is scheduled for 7:00 p.m.  The Imperial  House is still located at 34701 Groesbeck Hwy, in Clinton Township. For more information about XICW Detroit click on  www.xicwdetroit.com





- Underground Wrestling Society comes to the Hamburg fitness center on Saturday, March 26th for "Insanity" See the stars of Underground Wrestling Society like "Amazing" N8 Mattson, "The Genetic Jackpot" Joe Coleman, and Jeff Brooks.  Bell time is scheduled for 7:00 p.m.  The Hamburg Fitness Center is located at 8540 Hamburg Road, in Brighton.  For more information about Underground Wrestling Society click on www.undergroundwrestlingsociety.com    









                                                                Local Wrestling News!







- TWA (Takedown Wrestling Alliance) is a local wrestling promotion in the Detroit Metro area.  The TWA features stars like Levi Blue, Owen Travers, and "The Natural" Lance Starr.  For more information about TWA click on takedownwrestling.weebly.com





- BWCW (Blue Water Championship Wrestling) is a wrestling promotion based out of the Port Huron area. BWCW features stars like Nick Xero, Josh Abercrombie, and "Explicit" Xavier Justice.  For more information about BWCW click on www.bwcwstars.com





- MPW (Metro Pro Wrestling) is a wrestling promotion based out of the Downriver area.  MPW features stars like Palmer Cruise, Big Chuck Wagon, and Broderick Shaw.  For more information about MPW click on https://www.facebook.com/METROPROWRESTLINGMI





- Truth Martini is a local wrestler, manager, and currently works in Ring of Honor Wrestling.  Truth operates a school in Centerline, and teaches the basics, and fundamentals of pro wrestling.  For more information about the House of Truth Wrestling School click on www.hotwrestlingschool.com  For more information about Ring of Honor Wrestling click on www.rohwrestling.com





- Shaffee has been a local wrestler, manager, and a radio disc jockey.  Shaffee created a website about local wrestling known as the "Shaffee Show".  For more information about the Shaffee Show click on www.theshaffeeshow.com





- XICW Detroit is planning on running a series of shows at the Ritz in Warren called "Proving Ground".  The "Proving Ground" series will serve as sort of a minor league farm system to the main roster of the XICW.  The Ritz in Warren is located at 24300 Hoover Road, in Warren.  For more information about the XICW Detroit click on  www.xicwdetroit.com  For more information about the Ritz in Warren click on www.theritzvenue.com





- Underground Wrestling Society launched their first show last Saturday, January 23rd in Brighton. The show was held at the Legacy Sports Complex, and their second show is scheduled in March at the Hamburg Fitness Center, in Brighton.  For more information about Underground Wrestling Society click on www.undergroundwrestlingsociety.com





 
- Michigan Wrestling Illustrated is a great source for information about local wrestling.  Check out photos, and get all the latest news on their official Facebook page.





- Pro Wrestling Locker Room is a great source for information about local wrestling.  Check out photos, and get all the latest news on their official Facebook page.









                                                         Other Pro Wrestling News









- TNA (Total Nonstop Action) Impact Wrestling left Destination America, but can now be seen on Tuesday night's at 9:00 p.m. on Pop.  For more information about TNA Impact Wrestling click on www.impactwrestling.com  For more information about Pop click on poptv.com





- Lucha Underground can be seen on Wednesday night's at 8:00 p.m. on the El Rey Network.  For more information about Lucha Underground click on luchaunderground.com  For more information about the El Rey Network click on www.elreynetwork.com





- ESPN Classic airs Classic Global Wrestling on Thursday night's.  Classic Global Wrestling features GWF (Global Wrestling Federation) matches that took place from 1991-1994.  Check your local listings.  For more information about ESPN click on espn.go.com





- PPW (Paragon Pro Wrestling) left Pop, but can now be seen on WADL-TV Detroit on Saturday night's at 11:00 p.m.  For more information about Paragon Pro Wrestling click on www.paragonprowrestling.com  For more information about WADL-TV Detroit click on www.wadldetroit.com





- Ring of Honor Wrestling can be seen on WMYD TV 20 Detroit on Sunday morning's at 2:00 a.m.  For more information about Ring of Honor Wrestling click on www.rohwrestling.com





- GFW (Global Force Wrestling) has exploded in popularity since it began in 2014.  Jeff Jarrett is the founder of GFW, and the promotion is based in Tennessee.  For more information about Global Force Wrestling click on globalforcewrestling.com





- WWN (World Wrestling Network) streams live pro wrestling events on WWN Live, and on the WWN Roku Channel.  For more information about WWN Live click on www.wwnlive.com





-  Shine Wrestling is a female wrestling promotion based out of Florida.  For more information about Shine Wrestling click on www.shinewrestling.com





- PWS (Pro Wrestling Syndicate) is a professional wrestling promotion based out of New Jersey.  For more information about Pro Wrestling Syndicate click on www.bedofnailz.com





- Johnathon Coachman "The Coach" has been conducting a weekly segment on Sportscenter called "Off The Top Rope".  It airs on Tuesday night's, and includes interviews, and guest appearances by WWE Superstars, and Divas.  For more information about ESPN click on espn.go.com










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