We think the Civic Center is one of the greatest venues in the Midwest. We want to bring a first class card here with local fighters and we feel that we have done that.

Kevin Payne was my friend. His wife and children, we shared quality time together. I will always honor him as my friend, first, and a fighter second.

We think that John is ready for a big night. This is the first step for John. He's real close to breaking out and I think that two or three more fights he'll be in a position for a something real big.

The family is in a very fragile state right now, and I won't presume to speak for them.