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Wednesday, May 30, 2007

Sun Announces Production of "Art of War" Video Game

Courtesy of: SUN Sports & Entertainment Inc.

SUN Makes Move Into Billion Dollar Video Game Market

DALLAS, TX -- May 30, 2007 -- SUN Sports & Entertainment Inc. (PINKSHEETS: SSPE) announced today that it has completed the formation of MMA Games LLC with partners Barking Lizards LLC (http://www.barkinglizards.com/) and Summit Advisory Partners (http://www.summitadvisorypartners.com/) to create the new "Art of War" Video Game.



According to Barking Lizard Technologies CEO Drew Fisher stated, "'Art of War' for the Xbox 360 is being developed as a cutting edge fighting game that focuses on and reinforces the Art of War fighting competition. The game will be built using the latest techniques to deliver a compelling and innovative game mechanic specially designed for this type of fighting. In addition, the game will use likenesses of the current and future stars of the ring in new and fantastical ways, extending their capabilities beyond that of mere mortals."

Fisher added, "The fighting game market is a rich and diverse market that is dominated by a few key players. To maximize the license, BLT will consider all the things that make the current and past round of games successful, and integrate the features the market is clamoring for into 'Art of War.'" The game is expected to have a retail sales price of $44.95 with distribution internationally.

The most successful fighting games have traditionally veered away from the "simulation" model and focused more on the "fun" side of the game. "Art of War," will focus on capturing the essence of the license while maintaining a play experience that is fun and challenging. Keeping the game light hearted yet action packed will help make "Art of War" stand out against competitive products. Additionally the game will be created with more "fantasy" style elements to it, giving the character larger than life abilities.

The "Art of War" Xbox 360 game will be developed for Wild Hare Entertainment by Barking Lizards Technologies. Developing initially for the Xbox 360 will help speed up the development cycle and allow for the development of a superior game. Between the 360 and the PS3, the 360 has considerably larger market share and is a better choice for a single sku effort.

Robert Feeback, former Vice President of the Coca Cola Company and Principle of Summit Advisory Partners (the financial partners) stated, "We have conducted extensive research into this space and feel highly confident that the 'Art of War' Xbox Game could be a winner."

SUN CEO CJ Comu stated, "This is a great time to be investing in developing the 'Art of War' brand and getting set to launch into the billion dollar Video Game Market. We are delighted to have a working relationship with such strong partners as Barking Lizard Technologies and Summit Advisory Partners. We believe this will lead us into building a large library of products and new ongoing revenue sources."

According to the Entertainment Software Association the following statistics and information regarding the Video Game Market were made public in the PDF report below.

http://www.theesa.com/facts/top_10_facts.php

Source: Entertainment Software Association.

"The U.S. computer and video game software sales grew four percent in 2004 to $7.3 billion -- more than doubling of industry software sales since 1996. Seventy-five percent of American heads of households play computer and video games. In 2004, more than 248 million computer and video games were sold, almost two games for every household in America. The average game buyer is 37 years old. In 2005, 95 percent of computer game buyers and 84 percent of console game buyers were over the age of 18."

About SUN:

SUN is a Professional Sports & Entertainment Marketing Company. SUN Production Group is a Certified Texas Combat Sports Promoter and produces World Class Boxing and Mixed Martial Arts. The properties of SUN (www.sunorganization.com), Art of War (www.artofwarlive.com) and International Fighters Association (www.ifapro.com) are pending trademarks.

Safe Harbor Statement

This release includes forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933 and Section 27E of the Securities Act of 1934. Statements contained in this release that are not historical facts may be deemed to be forward-looking statements. Investors are cautioned that forward-looking statements are inherently uncertain. Actual performance and results may differ materially from that projected or suggested herein due to certain risks and uncertainties including, without limitation, ability to obtain financing and regulatory and shareholder approvals for anticipated actions. Such statements are based on management's current expectations and are subject to certain factors, risks and uncertainties that may cause actual results, events and performance to differ materially from those referred to or implied by such statements. In addition, actual or future results may differ materially from those anticipated depending on a variety of factors, including continued maintenance of favorable license arrangements, success of market research identifying new product opportunities, successful introduction of new products, continued product innovation, sales and earnings growth, ability to attract and retain key personnel, and general economic conditions affecting consumer spending, Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date hereof. Sun Sports & Entertainment Inc. do not intend to update any of the forward-looking statements after the date of this release to conform these statements to actual results or to changes in its expectations, except as may be required by law.

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CJ Comu
Chairman/CEO
SUN Sports & Entertainment Inc.
Office: 972.392.1414
cj@sunorganization.com

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Friday, May 25, 2007

SUN Becomes First MMA Company At New Vegas Venue

SUN to Produce First MMA Event at New $5B Facility

DALLAS, TX -- May 25, 2007 -- SUN Sports & Entertainment Inc. (PINKSHEETS: SSPE) announced today that it will be the first Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) Events and Production Company for the upcoming $5 Billion Ultimate Resorts Project in Las Vegas, NV.

Ultimate Sports Entertainment, Inc. unveiled plans for the world's first Las Vegas sports-mega-resort complex; the complex will sit on 116 acres of land targeted in North Las Vegas near the Las Vegas Motor Speedway. Architectural renderings were displayed showcasing the $5 billion project's components including 5,500 rooms, ten sports venues, a 150,000 sq. foot casino (50,000 sq ft. of the casino will be glass enclosed and smoke free), food to satisfy every palate and budget, 1,000,000 sq. feet of dozens of sports activities and a 750,000 sq. foot convention center.



"We are very excited to have SUN deliver their award-winning MMA Event 'Art of War' as our first MMA Event at the Ultimate Sports Resort. With the inclusion of such events we will keep our guests and visitors entertained with so much 'sports' to watch, play, buy and experience that they could not possibly do it all in one day," said Matt A. Rose, President and CEO of Ultimate Sports Entertainment, Inc.

SUN CEO CJ Comu stated, "I love the vision that Ultimate Sports Entertainment has created and we are thrilled to be the premier MMA Event at their incredible upcoming billion dollar facility. SUN is looking to expand the 'Art of War' brand that it has created and deliver its undisputed award-winning events to the millions of growing fans around the world. We see Las Vegas as a great destination of our operations and chance to continue to showcase our fighters and high-energy shows."

The Ultimate Sports Resort is based on a hybrid "Las Vegas casino resort," "destination," and "sports" business model. The final name of the resort will be determined through a naming rights deal similar to those recently associated with stadium, arena and title sponsorships in sports. The resort will provide sports-minded consumers with unparalleled access to state-of-the-art sports products, as well as the finest assembly of sports memorabilia, collectibles and trading cards found anywhere in the world.

"Projects such as the Ultimate Sports Resort are invaluable catalysts for a host of expanded business development opportunities, global exposure, employment opportunities and increased revenues for our city," said Michael Montandon, Mayor of North Las Vegas. "You really can't put a value on how important a project like this will be to the future of North Las Vegas."
For more information on Ultimate Sports Entertainment Inc., please visit their website at: www.ultimatesportsresort.com.

About SUN:

SUN is a Professional Sports & Entertainment Marketing Company. SUN Production Group is a Certified Texas Combat Sports Promoter and produces World Class Boxing and Mixed Martial Arts. The properties of SUN (www.sunorganization.com), "Art of War" (www.artofwarlive.com) and International Fighters Association (www.ifapro.com) are pending trademarks.

Safe Harbor Statement

This release includes forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933 and Section 27E of the Securities Act of 1934. Statements contained in this release that are not historical facts may be deemed to be forward-looking statements. Investors are cautioned that forward-looking statements are inherently uncertain. Actual performance and results may differ materially from that projected or suggested herein due to certain risks and uncertainties including, without limitation, ability to obtain financing and regulatory and shareholder approvals for anticipated actions. Such statements are based on management's current expectations and are subject to certain factors, risks and uncertainties that may cause actual results, events and performance to differ materially from those referred to or implied by such statements. In addition, actual or future results may differ materially from those anticipated depending on a variety of factors, including continued maintenance of favorable license arrangements, success of market research identifying new product opportunities, successful introduction of new products, continued product innovation, sales and earnings growth, ability to attract and retain key personnel, and general economic conditions affecting consumer spending, Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date hereof. Sun Sports & Entertainment Inc. do not intend to update any of the forward-looking statements after the date of this release to conform these statements to actual results or to changes in its expectations, except as may be required by law.

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CJ Comu
Chairman/CEO
SUN Sports & Entertainment Inc.
Office: 972.392.1414
cj@sunorganization.com


Matt A. Rose
President and CEO
Ultimate Sports Entertainment, Inc.
Office: 702-270-2967
matt@ultimatesportsresort.com

Courtesy of: SUN Sports & Entertainment Inc.

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Tuesday, May 15, 2007

SUN's Art Of War 2 Delivers MMA Stars, Major Upset And Explosive Action In Austin

Crowds Standing Throughout Event

DALLAS, TX -- May 15, 2007 -- Coming off a exciting debut event in Dallas earlier this year, the successful emergence of SUN Sports & Entertainment's (PINKSHEETS:
SSPE) ART OF WAR Undisputed Arena Fighting Championships, continued this past Friday night (May 11th) at the Austin Convention Center, in Austin, TX.



ART OF WAR 2, which featured mixed-martial arts stars Wes Sims, David Loiseau, and Alex Andrade, matched the explosive action of the inaugural ART OF WAR
event, as Austin fight fans stood throughout this night of exciting MMA entertainment.

Former three-time UFC fighter Wes Sims entered as the main event versus USWF veteran Chris Guillen as a heavy favorite, but in the end was the victim of
a huge upset. Guillen, who stands six-foot tall, gave the towering 6' 10" Sims more than he could handle in winning a shocking 3-round unanimous decision.
The hard fought win by Guillen over Sims will go down as one of MMA's biggest upsets of 2007.

The main event was the only fight of the night to go the distance, as fans were treated to explosive action throughout.

A veteran of seven UFC fights, David "The Crow" Loiseau put on a clinic when he slammed and punched his way to a knockout victory over local favorite --
Freddie Espiricueta. From the outset, Espiricueta put on a spirited effort, but couldn't overcome a text book arm-triangle that forced him to tap-out at
3:10 of the second round.

Former Pride and UFC star Alex Andrade continued his comeback. After knocking out European champion Klas Akensson last March 9th in ART OF WAR 1 (Dallas),
Andrade followed up with another impressive win -- this time over Austin's highly regarded Brandon McDowell in ART OF WAR 2. Andrade landed numerous shots
down the pipe before dropping down into an ankle lock that had McDowell grimacing in pain and forced a tap at 1:02 of the first.

Overall, the ten bouts proved to be more than enough action for the fight fans, according to SUN CEO, C.J. Comu.

"We couldn't have asked for a better night of fighting," said a thrilled Comu, afterwards. "Not only did we have one of the biggest upsets of the year in
the main event with Guillen beating Sims, but pretty much every fight on the card was high drama for the fans. Once again we proved that ART OF WAR is
a quality product."

Comu feels that the momentum from ART OF WAR 1 and ART OF WAR 2 will carry over into SUN's next event, ART OF WAR 3, which will be back in Dallas, TX at
the American Airlines Center on June 30th 2007 and available on Pay-Per-View.

"We have a blockbuster set for Dallas, something very unique and exciting," stated Comu. "ART OF WAR 3 will feature MMA stars from the USA competing head-to-head
against Brazil's biggest MMA stars. Comu anticipates announcing the event later this week, including details of the national pay-per-view broadcast.

About SUN:

SUN is a Professional Sports & Entertainment Marketing Company. SUN Production Group is a Certified Texas Combat Sports Promoter and produces World Class
Boxing and Mixed Martial Arts. The properties of SUN (www.sunorganization.com), Art of War (www.artofwarlive.com) and International Fighters Association
(www.ifapro.com) are pending trademarks.

Safe Harbor Statement

This release includes forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933 and Section 27E of the Securities Act of
1934. Statements contained in this release that are not historical facts may be deemed to be forward-looking statements. Investors are cautioned that forward-looking
statements are inherently uncertain. Actual performance and results may differ materially from that projected or suggested herein due to certain risks
and uncertainties including, without limitation, ability to obtain financing and regulatory and shareholder approvals for anticipated actions. Such statements
are based on management's current expectations and are subject to certain factors, risks and uncertainties that may cause actual results, events and performance
to differ materially from those referred to or implied by such statements. In addition, actual or future results may differ materially from those anticipated
depending on a variety of factors, including continued maintenance of favorable license arrangements, success of market research identifying new product
opportunities, successful introduction of new products, continued product innovation, sales and earnings growth, ability to attract and retain key personnel,
and general economic conditions affecting consumer spending, Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements, which
speak only as of the date hereof. Sun Sports & Entertainment Inc. do not intend to update any of the forward-looking statements after the date of this
release to conform these statements to actual results or to changes in its expectations, except as may be required by law.

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Contact:
CJ Comu
Chairman/CEO
SUN Sports & Entertainment Inc.
cj@sunorganization.com
www.sunorganization.com

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