Excite Fight May 23, 2026, Muckleshoot Casino Resort | Co-Main Event: Cameron Burkey vs Brandon Sly & Main Event: Andrew Park vs Shane WhiteEagle
Photos by Moonlight Media
The event featured a full card of regional talent, but it was Muckleshoot Tribal member Shane WhiteEagle’s performance that capped the evening. Competing in his first fight back since an injury, WhiteEagle reminded fans of his resilience with a 20‑second first‑round knockout against Andrew Park in the main event. His win adds another highlight to the growing list of athletic achievements by Muckleshoot Tribal members competing at high levels in sports.
As WhiteEagle continues to climb the regional MMA ranks, his victory at Muckleshoot Fight Night 16 stands as both a personal milestone and a proud moment for the Muckleshoot community.
Congratulations to Shane and Cameron on their wins!! WhiteEagle’s comeback was an impressive performance.
Here are some highlights from their fights:
Ten dedicated students have successfully completed the inaugural term of a newly Entrepreneurship Certificate program at the Muckleshoot Tribal College, marking a significant step toward Tribal career advancement and local entrepreneurship.
Chairman Jaison Elkins, Vice Chair John Daniels Jr., and Council Member Ungaro met in Washington, D.C., with the Office of the Assistant Secretary of Indian Affairs to advocate on behalf of the Muckleshoot Indian Tribe.
Reelected Muckleshoot Tribal Council members Virginia Cross, Jessica Garcia-Jones, and newly elected Eileen Richardson were sworn in April 7, 2026. We are grateful to them for their service to our community!
The annual Muckleshoot Canoe Awakening marks the beginning of the canoe season with blessings, songs, and community gathering. The ceremony honors the Tribe’s relationship with the water and the cultural traditions that guide each journey.
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