June 7th, in England, I fight Thiago Alves. The fight is confirmed, it will be the main event for the card. Dana just called me with the news. Chuck got hurt and couldn’t fight, so he needed a replacement and called me and I said yes. More news as I get it. No matter what happens in this fight, I’ve got Serra next. -matt

You will be able to get an autograph and photos with Matt at the following:

Mt. Vernon, IL
	Saturday from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM Dale’s Harley-Davidson Annual Birthday Party 205 North 44th Street Mt. Vernon, IL (Store open from 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM) www.dales-hd.com	05 April 2008

I’m having a truck built for me by 2 Brothers Custom Trucks in Springfield, IL. They’re taking a 2006 Chevy diesel and mounting a 1966 Chevy body onto it, which is my favorite truck body style. They’re going to post weekly updates on their progress, so be sure to check back often. -matt

Click the logo to visit their project page:

Autographs and photos with Matt will be available at the following event:

LOMBARD, IL
	Saturday @ 1:00 - 3:00 PM One More Round Clothing Von Maur Yorktown Center 145 Yorktown Lombard, IL 60148 Store phone# 630-953-8181	01 Mar 08

If you want a chance to own a piece of Ultimate Fighting history, Rich Franklin is auctioning off the Hummer he was given for being a coach on TUF2.

Ebay item#: 150218142686

Unless otherwise noted, you can get an autograph and a photo with Matt at the following events.

ST. CHARLES, MO
	Friday, Doors Open @ 5:00 PM First Fight @ 7:00 PM Army Event: “G.I.s vs. Joes” Family Arena St. Charles, MO Admission is $10-$50	22 Feb 08
LOMBARD, IL
	Saturday @ 1:00 - 3:00 PM One More Round Clothing Von Maur Yorktown Center 145 Yorktown Lombard, IL 60148 Store phone# 630-953-8181	01 Mar 08

Scheduled Appearance:

Visit the Men’s Concepts department at the Yorktown Center on Saturday, March 1st to meet Matt Hughes. With each full price One More Round purchase, receive an 8 x 10 autographed photo of the 9-time Welterweight Champion. Matt will be supporting his One More Round clothing line and signing One More Round products purchased by fans that day. Von Maur Yorktown Center 145 Yorktown Lombard, IL 60148 Saturday, March 1st 1:00-3:00 p.m.

More Appearances

Just got back from the gym, so here are some photos from today showing the progress we’re making. Everything looks great and I can’t wait for the grand opening on the 9th of February. I’ll be back later on tonight to post a new blog.

Click here for more info about the H.I.T. Squad Grand Opening and for driving directions to the gym.

-Matt

Saturday, February 9th starting at 11 AM will be the grand opening ceremony of Matt Hughes’ new gym and training center! Everyone is invited to attend and there will be free food and a tour of the facility as well as demonstrations by Matt, Robbie Lawler, Marc Fiore, Matt Pena and the rest of the HIT Squad. There will also be door prizes as well as opportunities for autographs and photos. The facility is located at River’s Edge, the former US Army Base facility, located only a few miles from downtown St. Louis. Hope to see you there!

For more information, go to www.thehitsquad.com.

On Saturday, January 5th, local Hillsboro, IL book store, Books & Moore, was the first stop on Matt’s tour promoting his new book, Made in America.

In addition, the Orpheum Theatre of Hillsboro handed out tickets for a special screening of ‘The Matt Hughes Story’ for everyone who attended the book signing and local sports bar & grille, Bleachers, provided hot chocolate and other refreshments to those standing in line during the brisk January afternoon. With a great turnout and a line that stretched around the block, it was a very successful start to Matt’s cross-country book tour.

Click Here for Matt’s book tour schedule.

More information.