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Forbes
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Forbes
Maycee Barber Releases Statement After Withdrawal From UFC Vegas 107
The UFC had run a promo package for the main event of Saturday's UFC Vegas 107 fight card when the camera cut to the bewildered trio of Daniel Cormier, Laura Sanko, and Brendan Fitzgerald at the cageside commentary table. Fitzgerald then announced that they had "just received word that Maycee Barber is not prepared to walk for her main event right now." Shortly after that, Fitzgerald announced that the Erin Blanchfield vs. Maycee Barber bout had been canceled because of a 'last-minute medical issue for Maycee Barber. She is not cleared medically to compete.' The fight at UFC Vegas 107 was to be Barber's first since she defeated Katlyn Cerminara in March 2024. During the prelim portion of the event, UFC commentator Megan Olivi reported on the medical issues that had kept Barber out of the Octagon since her win over Cerminara. "A myriad of very serious health issues have plagued the UFC flyweight," Olivi said. "In fact, it resulted in an 11-day hospitalization. She had over a dozen rounds of IV antibiotics, and she was diagnosed with things like Epstein-Barr [Syndrome] "They brought in a Colorado infectious disease specialist to see if they could diagnose and treat whatever was going on with her, and still, to this day, Barber doesn't really have any answers. "However, they were able to find a combination of medicine to help control all the things that were happening inside here., to help her feel better and to get back to training and competing. But yesterday, it was obvious. The time away, paired with all those health issues, really resulted in difficulty in making weight." Olivi then related that she had spoken to Blanchfield after Barber weighed in a half-pound heavy for the 135-pound bout. During that conversation, Blanchfield told Olivi she was concerned that Barber would not be able to make the walk to the Octagon for the fight. Ultimately, Blanchfield's fears became a reality. 'I feel like I'm still in pretty much disbelief right now,' Blanchfield said at the UFC Vegas 107 post-fight press conference. "I feel like I was in disbelief yesterday when she missed weight because we knew about this fight since January. You could've been 50 pounds overweight and still missed weight. So she missed weight, then she gets to Saturday. She gets to the locker room. I'm fully ready to go. She's supposed to be ready to go. Supposedly now she has all these health issues right when we're supposed to fight. I think it's pretty crazy. I think it's pretty unprofessional. I wouldn't want to fight her again." "I don't know, she needs to look at another division," Blanchfield continued. "She needs to fix her life. She just needs to fix herself. I think she's a complete mess in every aspect of her entire life." "Not what I had planned for a Sunday post," Barber posted on Instagram. "Thank you to everyone for the prayers & support I owe an apology to @ufc @mickmaynard2 @danawhite @seanshelby & @blanchfield_mma ** PS my life is not messy this is just a bad hand. We will get to the bottom of it all and be back 🤍" Maycee Barber Instagram Maycee Barber Instagram Barber's post included video of her being taken out of the UFC Apex on a stretcher. Blanchfield's management team reported that she will be paid her full show and win money for UFC Vegas 107. There has been no reporting on if Barber will receive any of her purse for Saturday's fight card. UFC women's flyweight champion Valentina Shevchenko was on hand for the card because the fight could have determined her next opponent. Blanchfield is ranked No. 4 in the official UFC women's flyweight rankings, while Barber checks in at No. 5.
News.com.au
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- News.com.au
UFC commentators stunned as main event cancelled after Maycee Barber has reported seizure
The UFC world has been left stunned after the Vegas 107 main event was cancelled at the last possible moment after Maycee Barber suffered a seizure. Barber was supposed to be returning after a 14-month layoff due to several health issues to face rising contender Erin Blanchfield. However, she never made it to the UFC Octagon after suffering a seizure as she started to make the walk. UFC 316: Dvalishvili vs. O'Malley 2 | SUN 8 JUN 12PM AEST | Bantamweight champ Dvalishvili faces UFC superstar O'Malley in a highly anticipated rematch less than a year after their first encounter | Order Now with Main Event on Kayo Sports. Barber missed weight ahead of the card as concerns about her health lingered but no one would have expected what happened on Sunday. After the UFC broadcast played the pre-main event video package, no fighter emerged much to the confusion of the commentators. After half a minute of silence, Brendan Fitzgerald informed fans Barber was 'not prepared to walk'. 'I'm still getting details but all I know is that she is not walking to the Octagon right now,' Fitzgerald said. 'This is truly unprecedented and for me, for a main event prepared to make the introductions and she's not there to walk right now.' The broadcast team quickly cut to an ad break before returning to confirm the main event had been cancelled due to a 'health event'. That health event was later confirmed to be a seizure, as fighters quickly sent their well-wishes to the 27-year-old. 'Seizures! Woah, that's very serious. Hopefully, she is able to recover and fight again. Prayers to her,' Australian UFC fighter Casey O'Neill wrote on X. 'Prayers up to Maycee Barber,' one fan added.
Irish Independent
06-05-2025
- Business
- Irish Independent
Kerry accountants and consultants merger looking to build solid future plan
Claire Hanrahan (Regional Manager FDC Group), Mike Rohan (Area Manager FDC Group), Brendan Fitzgerald (Founder of Brendan Fitzgerald Accountants), and Shane O'Callaghan (Consultant FDC Group). This homegrown Irish business is described as 'a trusted advisor' for local communities across the country, closely connected to the concerns, demands and future of its clients. FDC specialises in the services of Accounting, Tax and Legal, Financial Services, Agri Consultancy, Management Accounting, Advisory, Banking, Audit, Training and Client Business IT Solutions. Operating out of its established base in Castle Street, Tralee, Brendan Fitzgerald founded the practice in 1990. Driven by a dedicated and professional staff, and by continuously putting professional and personalised client service to the fore, the business grew over the following three decades to now offer a broad range of taxation and accounting services across a diverse number of industries. Regarding the recent acquisition, Brendan said after over 30 years in practice, he is delighted to have secured the continuation of a personalised and professional service to clients through this acquisition by FDC Group. 'It gives me great comfort to know that my clients will continue to receive a dedicated and excellent service from FDC, while also allowing them to avail of the additional suite of services that FDC has to offer,' he said. 'Additionally, I am pleased to share that my dedicated team will transfer to FDC, ensuring continuity and familiarity for my valued clients. Reflecting on over three decades in practice in Tralee, I would like to express my sincere thanks to my client base for their trust, support and valued business. I wish them every success in the future with FDC,' he added. Regional Manager of FDC Group, Claire Hanrahan, said she is looking to the future with great confidence saying. 'Through our financial services and tax planning teams, we are excited to offer an expanded range of services. Under the guidance of Mike Rohan and Shane O'Callaghan, we are confident that the clients of this esteemed practice will receive exceptional care and expertise into the future,' she said. Mike Rohan Area Manager of the office in Tralee stated the merger enables them to offer our extensive range of services to an expanded client base, while Shane O'Callaghan said building on Brendan Fitzgerald's trusted reputation, clients will receive the same dedication to excellence. As FDC expands its geographical network to better serve business clients across Ireland, it remains committed to delivering the same high standard of personalised service while continuously growing its workforce and enhancing knowledge and expertise.
Yahoo
12-02-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Secuoya Studios Expands International Reach With New BlackBox Multimedia Partnership in the U.K.
Spanish content powerhouse Secuoya Studios has entered into a strategic first-look development and production partnership with London-based BlackBox Multimedia to co-produce premium series for U.K. and Spanish streamers and broadcasters. The collaboration, forged in Madrid's Content City, marks a major step forward for Secuoya and its first foray into the U.K. market. The alliance is a significant move toward Secuoya's goal of generating 30% of its annual revenues from content produced in languages other than Spanish. By tapping into the British market, the Spanish studio opens the door to fresh opportunities and strengthens its commitment to broadening its international footprint. More from Variety Spanish Star-Studded Psychological Thriller 'Shades' Heads Beta Film's EFM Slate, as It Acquires Bulgaria's 'Shattered Bonds' (EXCLUSIVE) Spanish TV Producers Target Opportunities, Navigating the Rocky International Scene Bacardi's Origins Inspire New Drama Series From 'Zorro' Producer Secuoya Studios, Arrivelo Producciones (EXCLUSIVE) Secuoya Studios' international expansion initiative was announced just three months ago. With a robust strategy in place, the studio is now poised to develop multiple projects across various languages and markets. This parallel development model allows for deeper engagement with each audience while ensuring the quality of every production. Brendan Fitzgerald, CEO of Secuoya Studios, expressed his enthusiasm for the partnership: 'We are delighted to partner with BlackBox Multimedia to bring innovative and exciting stories to life—stories capable of captivating global audiences. Their solid experience in the British market brings invaluable expertise and a global perspective that will greatly enrich our joint projects.' BlackBox Multimedia's Managing Director, Chiara Cardoso, echoed this excitement, saying, 'We could not be more excited to start the year with the launch of this new partnership. We've always been firm champions of international co-productions, and we are thrilled to be the creative partner of a force like Secuoya Studios in the English-speaking market. Their ambitions match our vision of what the new generation of European producers will look like and we're excited to embark on this mission together.' With this new alliance, Secuoya Studios is poised to continue its global growth, bringing compelling stories to audiences worldwide. Best of Variety New Movies Out Now in Theaters: What to See This Week Grammy Predictions, From Beyoncé to Kendrick Lamar: Who Will Win? Who Should Win? What's Coming to Netflix in February 2025
