Blog
UFC Fight of the Year!
10.18.10
The Ultimate Fighting Championship series returns to Anaheim at the Honda Center Saturday at 5 p.m. for the biggest fight of the year: UFC 121: Lesnar vs. Velasquez. Reigning UFC Heavyweight Champion Brock Lesnar referred to as the baddest man on the plant will attempt to successfully defend his title for a third-consecutive time, this time against unbeaten Cain Velasquez, who is looking to take Lesnar’s belt, live from the Honda Center.
The much anticipated fight card also features the light heavyweight match-up between the so-called “Huntington Beach Bad Boy” Tito Ortiz and his former “The Ultimate Fighter” protégé, Matt Hamill.
You can find out some lesser-known facts about Tito in our 20 Q’s. He told us about his dream day in OC, his biggest fear, and even what’s his most prized possession.
Welterweight star Jake Shields also makes his long-awaited UFC debut against perennial contender Martin “The Hitman” Kampmann. Also featured is an exciting welterweight matchup as Diego Sanchez battles Paulo Thiago, rounding out the main card is about pitting rising heavyweight star Brendan Schaub against veteran contender Gabriel Gonzaga.
You can purchase tickets here and find out more information here. E. Katella Ave. in Anaheim. 714.704.2500.
20qs
Tito Ortiz
10.16.10
1. If you had to begin a different career, what would you do?
I would be a trainer and manager in MMA to make the next Tito Ortiz.
2. What’s your most prized possession?
My three boys.
3. Favorite drink?
Crystal Light raspberry
4. What are you cutting out because of the economy?
Gambling.
5. Fantasy purchase?
A fishing yacht.
6. What can’t you live without?
Jenna and my family.
7. What’s next on your “to do” list?
Win my world title back.
8. Biggest regret?
Disagreeing with Dana White.
9. Cause that you’re most interested/involved in?
St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.
10. Your dream day in Orange County?
Fishing at Catalina Island.
11. Favorite place for breakfast?
Sancho’s Tacos in Huntington Beach.
12. What was the best day of your life?
Watching all of my sons being born.
13. Last concert that you went to?
Korn at the OC Pavilion.
14. Favorite vacation spot?
St. Martin Island.
15. If you had to live somewhere else, where would you like to move?
Hawaii.
16. Favorite books?
This is Gonna Hurt, my autobiography.
17. Favorite restaurants in Orange County?
Sushi on Fire and Sancho’s Tacos in Huntington Beach.
18. Biggest accomplishment?
Being the longest reigning UFC Light Heavyweight Champion.
19. What’s your biggest fear?
To be broke and not being able to take care of my family.
20. Secret most people don’t know about you?
If I told you, it wouldn’t be a secret.
Follow Greer on Pinterest
from the blog
- 11.18.24 – Kick Off the Holidays at VEA Newport Beach’s Festive Celebrations!
- 11.18.24 – Thanksgiving by the Sea: A Feast to Remember at Hyatt Regency Huntington Beach
- 11.16.24 – Bubbles & Bites: A Sparkling Evening with Laurent-Perrier at Gelson’s Irvine
- 11.15.24 – Puesto Debuts New Cozy Dishes Just in Time for the Holidays
- 11.15.24 – Zov’s NEW Private Event Space in Anaheim
- 11.15.24 – Parkers’ Lighthouse Lights Up the Season with a 40th Anniversary Throwback Menu
- 11.13.24 – A Festive Season of Celebrated Performances: Irvine Barclay Theatre
- 11.13.24 – Celebrate the Holidays in Dana Point: Turkey Trot, Festive Dining, and Local Shopping
- 11.13.24 – Via Lido Drugs Reopens with a Fresh Look and Holiday Open House
- 11.13.24 – The Vuori Warehouse Sale in Tustin
- 11.11.24 – Celebrate Thanksgiving in Style at South Coast Plaza
- 11.06.24 – Honor and Celebration: Veterans Day at the Queen Mary
- 11.06.24 – BJ’s Honors Veterans with Free Pizookie® and Appetizer Offers this Veterans Day
- 11.04.24 – Sour Fest ‘24 at Lido Bottle Works | November 6-13, 2024
- 11.04.24 – Sixth Annual Coast Film & Music Festival November 9-17
- 11.04.24 – Comedy for a Cause: Bryan Callen Leads Non-Profit Event for Medically Fragile Children
- 11.01.24 – Holiday Gift Faire at Sherman Gardens: Unique Gifts & Treats
- 11.01.24 – Shawn Colvin & KT Tunstall – Together Onstage in Orange County
- 10.30.24 – Paseo 17 Debuts Monthly Farmers Market!
- 10.28.24 – Week-long Día de los Muertos Specials at Calaca Mamas Cantina!
More Daily Doses
- 11.18.24 – Holiday Magic with the LA Master Chorale: Festival of Carols at Musco Center
- 11.15.24 – The Lido Theater Launches Café Pop-Up Experience
- 11.13.24 – Crews Quarters Moves to Via Lido Plaza: Discover the New Location!
- 11.11.24 – Fermentation Farm Expands to San Juan Capistrano – Where Wellness and Flavor Thrive
- 11.06.24 – Chefsgiving Culinary Celebration For a Cause at Pendry Newport Beach
- 11.06.24 – ‘Shrek the Musical’ Arrives at Segerstrom Center for the Arts for Five Performances Only!
- 11.04.24 – California Wine Festival Returns to Huntington Beach
- 11.01.24 – Born in OC: My First Book on Orange County’s Visionaries
- 10.30.24 – Verde: A New Destination for California Cuisine and Crafted Libations
- 10.28.24 – Bernadette Peters Opens Pacific Symphony Pops Season Nov. 1-2
- 10.28.24 – The Market by The Meat Cellar Opens in San Juan Capistrano This Fall
- 10.25.24 – Buona Forchetta Opens Its Newest Location in Newport Beach
- 10.24.24 – The Boo-Bash Family Celebration at the District at Tustin Legacy
- 10.23.24 – Story Kitchen + Bar Brings a Unique Narrative to Anaheim Hills
- 10.21.24 – Newport Beach Film Festival’s Closing Night Centerpiece: ‘Music by John Williams’
- 10.16.24 – Renovated Lido Theater to Host Newport Beach Film Festival, October 18-24
- 10.16.24 – Inaugural Mexican Food & Wine Festival at CHAAK Kitchen
- 10.14.24 – Join the Fall Cocktail Tour & Colors of Fall at The District at Tustin Legacy
- 10.10.24 – Better Buzz Coffee Roasters Debuts in Costa Mesa with Grand Opening Celebration
- 10.10.24 – Ewan McGregor to Receive TV Performance of the Year Award at 2024 Newport Beach Film Festival
