SATURDAY
OCTOBER 10, 2026
LONG BEACH, CA
Experience Live Muay Thai Competition in the LBC!
1178 E Anaheim St, Long Beach
Saturday, October 10, 2026
Doors Open Saturday: 4:30PM
Athlete Registration is Open!
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ASCEND (Sat, October 10, 2026, Long Beach)
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WOMEN’S MUAY THAI TAKES THE U8F - ASCEND STAGE.
MONICA LOPEZ
vs.
INGRID ESCOBEDO
Two ascending female competitors step into the U8F ring in the LBC, ready to test their skills and continue building their experience in amateur Muay Thai.
New opportunities. New matchups. The next generation continues to ASCEND.
Saturday, October 10
Long Beach, California
Tickets are on sale now at United8Federation.com
Can’t make it in person? Watch the fights LIVE & FREE on the official U8F YouTube Channel.
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#U8F #U8FAscend #ISKA #MuayThai #LongBeach
ISKA WESTERN REGIONAL BANTAMWEIGHT TITLE
JYRIC QUENIAHAN
Hilo, Hawaii
vs.
ANGEL MAYORAL
Carlsbad, California
Two rising amateur Muay Thai athletes representing their state. One opportunity to become ISKA Western Regional Champion.
Who will ASCEND?
Saturday, October 10
Long Beach, California
Tickets are on sale now at United8Federation.com
Can’t make it in person? Watch the fights LIVE & FREE on the official U8F YouTube Channel.
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#U8F #U8FAscend #ISKA #MuayThai #LongBeach
THE CHAMPION RETURNS TO DEFEND HIS TITLE.
SHAI WALDAPFEL
ISKA Southern California Regional State Champion
vs.
GARRETT BOYER
The formidable challenger
Shai Waldapfel looks to defend his ISKA Southern California Regional State Super Heavyweight Title against the formidable striker Garrett Boyer at U8F ASCEND.
A title defense. A hungry challenger. One belt on the line.
Will the champion retain—or will a new champion ASCEND?
U8F ASCEND
Saturday, October 10
Long Beach, California
Tickets are on sale now at United8Federation.com
Can’t make it in person? Watch the fights LIVE & FREE on the official U8F YouTube Channel.
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#U8F #U8FAscend #ISKA #MuayThai #LongBeach
ISKA WESTERN REGIONAL FEATHERWEIGHT TITLE
ERIK FERRO
Chino, California
vs.
TAYLOR FRATO
Kona, Hawaii
Two states. Two hungry competitors. One title opportunity.
California meets Hawaii as Ferro and Frato step into the U8F ring with the ISKA Western Regional Featherweight Championship on the line.
U8F ASCEND is creating opportunities for amateur Muay Thai athletes ready to step up, compete, and continue building their experience.
The opportunity is here. Now it’s time to ASCEND.
Saturday, October 10
Long Beach, California
Tickets are on sale now at United8Federation.com
Can’t make it in person? Watch the fights LIVE & FREE on the official U8F YouTube Channel.
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#U8F #U8FAscend #MuayThai #LongBeach #LBC
U8F ASCEND x BOUT SCOUT
United 8 Federation is proud to partner with @boutscoutapp as we continue building our fight card for U8F – ASCEND on Saturday, October 10th in Long Beach, CA.
ASCEND was developed to create more opportunities for ascending Muay Thai athletes throughout Southern California to compete, gain experience, and continue developing their skills as they grow their brand in the sport.
We still have OPEN SLOTS for amateur Muay Thai matchups.
U8F - Ascend
Amateur Muay Thai Series
Saturday, October 10, 2026
Long Beach, CA
COACHES & FIGHTERS: Visit @boutscoutapp and submit your interest to compete. You can also visit United8Federation.com for complete event information, fighter information, tickets, and more.
More opportunities. More athletes. More Muay Thai growth.
2 MONTHS OUT! October 10th, save the date.
#u8f #longbeachmuaythai
The U8F message is out!
NBA Champion and Los Angeles Lakers legend Byron Scott has officially called on the Muay Thai community.
If you and your academy have been thinking about competing at U8F – ASCEND, now is the time to submit your athlete information. Matchmaking is still in progress, but the remaining opportunities to join this card are becoming limited as we finalize one of the strongest amateur Muay Thai events of the year.
We’re looking for athletes who want to challenge themselves, represent their academy with pride, and showcase their talent on a premier stage in front of an exciting #LBC crowd.
Visit www.united8federation.com and submit your athlete information today.
For fans, families, and supporters, ticket sales will be available soon online. We look forward to welcoming you to an incredible evening featuring the next generation of Muay Thai athletes from California and across the nation.
U8F – ASCEND | Amateur Muay Thai Series
Saturday, October 10, 2026
Long Beach, California
The stage is set. The athletes are answering the call. Will you be one of them?
U8F is returning on OCTOBER 10th 🥊
Matchmaking is now live!
#U8F #muaythai #camuaythai
The stage is set.
Los Angeles Lakers Legend and 3-Time NBA Champion Byron Scott is officially joining U8F – ASCEND as our Special Guest Host for an unforgettable night celebrating the next generation of Muay Thai.
On Saturday, October 10, witness one of California’s premier amateur Muay Thai events as ascending athletes from across California, and talented athletes traveling from across the nation, step into the ring to prove they belong among the sport’s future elite.
Matchmaking is now underway. If you’re ready to compete, register today through our website or click the Official Matchmaking Form in our bio. Our matchmaking team is actively reviewing athlete submissions and building an incredible fight card.
Official Matchmaking Form – Link in Bio
www.United8Federation.com
Ticket sales and event information will be announced soon. Stay tuned for exclusive seating options, event updates, and your opportunity to experience one of the most exciting amateur Muay Thai events of the year.
Join us as we showcase the future of American Muay Thai with an evening of elite competition, unforgettable moments, and a true NBA legend hosting the action.
U8F – ASCEND
Amateur Muay Thai Series
Saturday, October 10, 2026
Long Beach, California
Sanction: @iska_usa
The next generation Ascends here.
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#United8Federation #U8FAscend #MuayThai #AmateurMuayThai
The action. The energy. The next generation of Muay Thai!
Take a look back at highlights from our most recent MTAAC event in Long Beach, where athletes from across the region stepped into the ring to test their skills, gain experience, and continue their journey through the sport we love.
Thank you to every athlete, coach, official, volunteer, supporter, and family member who helped make this event possible - it was explosive!
Stay tuned for upcoming event announcements, athlete opportunities, and exciting updates from United 8 Federation as we continue building the future of amateur Muay Thai.
Highlight Reel by @the.visual.knockout
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#U8F #MuayThai
CO MAIN AND MAIN EVENTS
Electric Show from these fighters! Stay tuned for our next events coming up
#muaythai #artof8limbs #united
PHOTOS FROM THE FIRST TWO TITLE FIGHTS LAST EVENT
Stay Tuned for our future upcoming events, more to come!
#muaythai #titlefight #united
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