The Infamous Article
So last weekend a friend of mine walks into a bar, only its not a bar its the "Manotick Messenger." And guess what?
I imagine this is the article that used to be up on the wall as the proof for Scott Hill. You be the judge if it is proof or not. This is the entire article with no edits, you can download and expand my attachment for verification.
So last weekend a friend of mine walks into a bar, only its not a bar its the "Manotick Messenger." And guess what?
I imagine this is the article that used to be up on the wall as the proof for Scott Hill. You be the judge if it is proof or not. This is the entire article with no edits, you can download and expand my attachment for verification.
Manotick Messenger, Wednesday, May 7, 2003, Page 17
Send your sports stories and brief sports items to: Phone: 692-6000 Fax: 692-3758
Hill peaks in World Extreme battle
Richmond martial artist defeats no.1 contender despite last-minute extreme fighting invitation
By Johnathan Monk
Scott Hill is not a violent guy. Despite his size, physically challenging hobby and previous choice of employment, the owner and certified instructor of Richmond Kung Fu school would much rather reason his way out of a fight than have it come to blows.
However, the mild-mannered Hill, who once made a living disposing of unruly nightclub patrons, has now whet his appetite for hand-to-hand battle with his recent success at the World Extreme Combat Federation challenge March 29 in Laval, Que.
Now he's thirsty for more.
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Opportunity or mistake?
With the WECF champion having just taken ill, Hill and his mentor, Pat Marciel of Gatineau, Que., were asked if they'd be interested in filling the two vacant spots left by the defending champion and another fighter. Following a 20-minute deliberation which included a quick phone call seeking the blessing of his wife, Mary, who said, "I'm not worried. Just make sure you win," Hill accepted the challenge with only two weeks to prepare.
The 14-year veteran of Fang Shen Do (the way of survival) had never battled in competition before.
His school, and the 16 other Patenaude Kung Fu schools across Quebec and Ontario, do not believe in point tournaments normally.
Although Hill would later discover he was unsuccessful in his attempt to keep his involvement a secret, he felt the need to prove to both himself and his students they'd made the right choice in Fang Shen Do.
"I wanted to prove that we were the real deal," says the former South Carleton high school football player and coach.
Sitting in the back of his mind, however, was the very likely chance that along with losing the match he might lose his credibility with his students, thus endangering his livelihood. After all, the fighters in these competitions train solely for this type of battle, complete with built-in octagons in their schools. Hill's school deals simply in self-defense.
The father of two girls - Jenna, 8, and Chayse, 7, - teaches Kung Fu on the side. During the day he's a Project Manager with Apollo Management Services in Ottawa. His daughters have been training at the Fang Shen Do club since they were five.
David vs Goliath
At a hulking 255-pounds of muscle on his 5'11" frame, Hill is an imposing figure, but at 6'6", 245 pounds and 26-years-old - eight years younger than Hill - the former Manotick resident would seem to be fighting an uphill battle.
The contender, Marc Cambain, who was previously undefeated 6-0 as an amateur and 2-0 as a pro fighter - had never been hit or taken off his feet in his professional career. However, with his technique based in jiu-jitsu and karate, Hill concluded the best way to get the better of this mountain was to bring him down to the same level "where his height and reach don't make a difference," he says.
Hill and Marciel trained together for 15 days straight, concentrating on intense, full-contact sparring. To better prepare himself for the vast difference in height and reach, Hill called on a few tall friends, who he says may not be any longer after the punishment they had to endure.
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A battle-scarred Scott Hill following his first-round defeat of previously unbeaten Marc Cambain (top). A slightly more reserved businessman (below). Johnathan Monk photo
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Unfriendly territory
Finally the day had come. Hill admits he was a little on edge for the final week leading up to the fight.
At the weigh-in, Hill was surprised to see his opponent was a few inches taller than the 6'3" claim organizers had made to him earlier.
At fight time, the completely Anglo Hill was lowered on a platform, ensconsed in smoke and scantilly-clad women. The driving sounds of Eminem's Lose Yourself pounded in the background, along with boos and derogatory chants. Paper beer cups and food wrappers pelted the stoic Hill, who remained focused on the task at hand. He was led through the hostile crowd and into the 24-foot wide locked octagon cage which was eltevated five feet off the ground. To help the crowd in their loathing, Hill was introduced as "the person that hates all french people," bellowed the announcer en francais. "Here to show no Quebecers can fight."
The hometown boy entered to cheers and fanfare, his body covered in temporary tatoos advertising local businesses.
The crowd laughed and pointed at both Hill and Marciel. Marciel fought handily before Hill, winning his fight with a standing TKO at 2:17 in the first round. At 165 pounds, the 26-year-old Marciel was supposed to battle in the 160-pound-or-less category, but instead faced an undefeated 180-pound opponent.
Hill and Cambain rushed forward following the bell. Within the first ten seconds, Hill felt the big man's hand dig into his face. The punch settled Hill down. He swept the fleshy trunks of his opponent, landing him on his back. After putting him into a full-mount position, the referee stood the two fighters up - a faux paux in such competition if the man on top is shelling out quality blows.
The pair were on their feet again, but not for long. Hill slipped under Cambain's slow power hand, lifting his leg and dumping him to the mat. Hill put a front choke-hold on the man below him and was once again ordered to his feet. What he didn't realize was that Cambain had tapped out, leaving the visitor with a win by submission at 2:33 of the first round.
As the underdog left the cage, the crowd was livid. Trainers and security guards led Hill through the angry crowd as they attempted to show the unwelcome Hill their disapproval.
Despite the less than gracious treatment they received, both Hill and Marciel would like to fight again.
Says Hill, "This is one of the few days I'll remember forever."
Send your sports stories and brief sports items to: Phone: 692-6000 Fax: 692-3758
Hill peaks in World Extreme battle
Richmond martial artist defeats no.1 contender despite last-minute extreme fighting invitation
By Johnathan Monk
Scott Hill is not a violent guy. Despite his size, physically challenging hobby and previous choice of employment, the owner and certified instructor of Richmond Kung Fu school would much rather reason his way out of a fight than have it come to blows.
However, the mild-mannered Hill, who once made a living disposing of unruly nightclub patrons, has now whet his appetite for hand-to-hand battle with his recent success at the World Extreme Combat Federation challenge March 29 in Laval, Que.
Now he's thirsty for more.
[FSD LOGO]
Opportunity or mistake?
With the WECF champion having just taken ill, Hill and his mentor, Pat Marciel of Gatineau, Que., were asked if they'd be interested in filling the two vacant spots left by the defending champion and another fighter. Following a 20-minute deliberation which included a quick phone call seeking the blessing of his wife, Mary, who said, "I'm not worried. Just make sure you win," Hill accepted the challenge with only two weeks to prepare.
The 14-year veteran of Fang Shen Do (the way of survival) had never battled in competition before.
His school, and the 16 other Patenaude Kung Fu schools across Quebec and Ontario, do not believe in point tournaments normally.
Although Hill would later discover he was unsuccessful in his attempt to keep his involvement a secret, he felt the need to prove to both himself and his students they'd made the right choice in Fang Shen Do.
"I wanted to prove that we were the real deal," says the former South Carleton high school football player and coach.
Sitting in the back of his mind, however, was the very likely chance that along with losing the match he might lose his credibility with his students, thus endangering his livelihood. After all, the fighters in these competitions train solely for this type of battle, complete with built-in octagons in their schools. Hill's school deals simply in self-defense.
The father of two girls - Jenna, 8, and Chayse, 7, - teaches Kung Fu on the side. During the day he's a Project Manager with Apollo Management Services in Ottawa. His daughters have been training at the Fang Shen Do club since they were five.
David vs Goliath
At a hulking 255-pounds of muscle on his 5'11" frame, Hill is an imposing figure, but at 6'6", 245 pounds and 26-years-old - eight years younger than Hill - the former Manotick resident would seem to be fighting an uphill battle.
The contender, Marc Cambain, who was previously undefeated 6-0 as an amateur and 2-0 as a pro fighter - had never been hit or taken off his feet in his professional career. However, with his technique based in jiu-jitsu and karate, Hill concluded the best way to get the better of this mountain was to bring him down to the same level "where his height and reach don't make a difference," he says.
Hill and Marciel trained together for 15 days straight, concentrating on intense, full-contact sparring. To better prepare himself for the vast difference in height and reach, Hill called on a few tall friends, who he says may not be any longer after the punishment they had to endure.
[PHOTO]
A battle-scarred Scott Hill following his first-round defeat of previously unbeaten Marc Cambain (top). A slightly more reserved businessman (below). Johnathan Monk photo
[PHOTO]
Unfriendly territory
Finally the day had come. Hill admits he was a little on edge for the final week leading up to the fight.
At the weigh-in, Hill was surprised to see his opponent was a few inches taller than the 6'3" claim organizers had made to him earlier.
At fight time, the completely Anglo Hill was lowered on a platform, ensconsed in smoke and scantilly-clad women. The driving sounds of Eminem's Lose Yourself pounded in the background, along with boos and derogatory chants. Paper beer cups and food wrappers pelted the stoic Hill, who remained focused on the task at hand. He was led through the hostile crowd and into the 24-foot wide locked octagon cage which was eltevated five feet off the ground. To help the crowd in their loathing, Hill was introduced as "the person that hates all french people," bellowed the announcer en francais. "Here to show no Quebecers can fight."
The hometown boy entered to cheers and fanfare, his body covered in temporary tatoos advertising local businesses.
The crowd laughed and pointed at both Hill and Marciel. Marciel fought handily before Hill, winning his fight with a standing TKO at 2:17 in the first round. At 165 pounds, the 26-year-old Marciel was supposed to battle in the 160-pound-or-less category, but instead faced an undefeated 180-pound opponent.
Hill and Cambain rushed forward following the bell. Within the first ten seconds, Hill felt the big man's hand dig into his face. The punch settled Hill down. He swept the fleshy trunks of his opponent, landing him on his back. After putting him into a full-mount position, the referee stood the two fighters up - a faux paux in such competition if the man on top is shelling out quality blows.
The pair were on their feet again, but not for long. Hill slipped under Cambain's slow power hand, lifting his leg and dumping him to the mat. Hill put a front choke-hold on the man below him and was once again ordered to his feet. What he didn't realize was that Cambain had tapped out, leaving the visitor with a win by submission at 2:33 of the first round.
As the underdog left the cage, the crowd was livid. Trainers and security guards led Hill through the angry crowd as they attempted to show the unwelcome Hill their disapproval.
Despite the less than gracious treatment they received, both Hill and Marciel would like to fight again.
Says Hill, "This is one of the few days I'll remember forever."
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