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Hi Sherdog!
I am here to tell you about the work of Hacran Dias (UFC), Eduardo Dantas (Bellator champ) and Marlon Sandro who are working to save lives in Rio's favelas by inspiring kids through BJJ and MMA.
All these guys grew up in the Santo Amaro favela in Rio's south zone. The favela was once a stronghold for the Red Command drug cartel and shootouts between the police and rival gangs cost many young people their lives.
Marlon set up the social project to keep kids out of the gangs and lost his best friend the same year. For those that don't know, Marlon was the Sengoku champion.
There is a film crowdfunding at the moment that will highlight their work and the struggles of favela residents. Access has been arranged with the BOPE shock troops, the Drug gangs, the fighters, social project and community and they intend to begin filming in November/December. 5% of all money raised goes towards the social project.
Jose Aldo lived in Santo Amaro when he first moved to Rio and will be in the film.
This is the promo
This is the link:
http://igg.me/at/hill-of-champions/
Where you can support by donating a little bit of money or a lot for a bunch of different Perks such as these hoodies:
Or even a trip to Rio to meet Jose Aldo (for two - flights and accommodation included)
This is some behind the scenes footage from Shooto Brazil:
And here are some highlights from Marlon Sandro:
And Eduardo Dantas:
Both highlights show them in Santo Amaro
Jose Aldo talks about his time there here:
There are signed posters by the fighters, goodie bags to win from BAD BOY, laptops from MSI (really great gaming laptop worth nearly $3,000), the trip to Rio and so much more.
please show your support and tweet about the film @HillOfChampions, join the facebook page for updates as they arrive and of course check out the Indiegogo campaign.
This film is about overcoming adversity and about MMA as a positive force saving lives. It is a story that transcends the sport, a universal story of the human spirit and community.
http://igg.me/at/hill-of-champions/
Please bump this thread when you can and spread the word! You can actually get the hoodie personalised with your avatar on the sleeve!!
I am here to tell you about the work of Hacran Dias (UFC), Eduardo Dantas (Bellator champ) and Marlon Sandro who are working to save lives in Rio's favelas by inspiring kids through BJJ and MMA.
All these guys grew up in the Santo Amaro favela in Rio's south zone. The favela was once a stronghold for the Red Command drug cartel and shootouts between the police and rival gangs cost many young people their lives.
Marlon set up the social project to keep kids out of the gangs and lost his best friend the same year. For those that don't know, Marlon was the Sengoku champion.
There is a film crowdfunding at the moment that will highlight their work and the struggles of favela residents. Access has been arranged with the BOPE shock troops, the Drug gangs, the fighters, social project and community and they intend to begin filming in November/December. 5% of all money raised goes towards the social project.
Jose Aldo lived in Santo Amaro when he first moved to Rio and will be in the film.
This is the promo
This is the link:
http://igg.me/at/hill-of-champions/
Where you can support by donating a little bit of money or a lot for a bunch of different Perks such as these hoodies:
Or even a trip to Rio to meet Jose Aldo (for two - flights and accommodation included)
This is some behind the scenes footage from Shooto Brazil:
And here are some highlights from Marlon Sandro:
And Eduardo Dantas:
Both highlights show them in Santo Amaro
Jose Aldo talks about his time there here:
There are signed posters by the fighters, goodie bags to win from BAD BOY, laptops from MSI (really great gaming laptop worth nearly $3,000), the trip to Rio and so much more.
please show your support and tweet about the film @HillOfChampions, join the facebook page for updates as they arrive and of course check out the Indiegogo campaign.
This film is about overcoming adversity and about MMA as a positive force saving lives. It is a story that transcends the sport, a universal story of the human spirit and community.
http://igg.me/at/hill-of-champions/
Please bump this thread when you can and spread the word! You can actually get the hoodie personalised with your avatar on the sleeve!!
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brutal leg kicks - i think the guy must have annoyed him or perhaps it was part of the fun - but damn he chopped the kid down!
