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South Florida mayors to fight MMA bout for charity

On Friday, September 6th, 2013, Hialeah Mayor Carlos Hernandez will challenge Town of Miami Lakes Mayor Michael Pizzi to a MMA fight for charity at the Milander Center.

Vagner Rocha, former UFC fighter, owner and Head Coach at Vagner Rocha Martial Arts (right ) next to Carlos Hernandez, Hialeah Mayor (left), ready to start a training session.

Meanwhile, Hernandez has being working out 6-days a week.

He also incorporated some two-a-day workouts in the mix and has being training Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and MMA  at the Vagner Rocha Martial Arts every night.

This Amateur MMA event begins at 7pm and includes 8 bouts in the “Mayoral fight.” Proceeds from historic event will go to Best Buddies International and the Miami Lakes Town Foundation, Inc.

 Purchase your ticket here

For more information visit www.hialeahfl.gov

Source: Miamiherald.com , mmajunkie.com , hialeahfl.gov