New York- DiBella Entertainment has announced exciting welterweight Antwone “The Truth” Smith (16-1-1, 8 KO’s) as the newest addition to their stable of world class boxers.
Promoter Lou DiBella expressed his excitement at the signing of Smith. “I became more and more impressed as I watched Antwone win four consecutive nationally televised ESPN fights as the underdog,” said DiBella. “He is a special talent and will be a significant player in the welterweight division.”
At barely twenty two years old, the battle tested Smith has beaten experienced athletes such as Richard Gutierrez, Norberto Gonzalez and Juan Camilo Novoa. Boxing since he was a young teen, Smith compiled an impressive amateur record and won several tournaments including the Florida Golden Gloves.
Despite his youth, Smith is already a polished fighter. He is a calculating and entertaining boxer/puncher who lives and trains in Miami, Florida with Jorge Rubio and is managed by Donnie Herron. His only loss was a highly controversial six round unanimous decision to Ed Paredes, a loss he intends to reverse in the future.
“I think Lou DiBella is a brilliant promoter and person in general,” said Herron. “Antwone is very intelligent and smart fighter. So together they should be a great team.”
Smith, who is newly engaged and the father of two kids, is happy to have a promoter backing him. “It hasn’t been easy so it feels good to have someone in my corner, helping me out,” said Smith. “Who better than Lou DiBella?”See you at the Fights.
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Thursday, June 25, 2009
Who is the World’s Greatest Ever Boxer? You Decide On-line voting at www.GreatestEver.com
3-day boxing spectacular Oct. 2-4 at the Paris Las Vegas
- Nominations Jury releases names for global fan vote
- Voting to go live at www.greatestever.com
- Sugar Ray Robinson is nominated in two weight categories
The nominees for The World’s Greatest Ever Boxer global fan vote were announced today by Greatest Ever Enterprises.
On-line voting at www.GreatestEver.com will allow boxing fans from around the world
to select the greatest boxer in each of the original eight weight classes, Heavyweight, Light heavyweight, Middleweight, Welterweight, Lightweight, Bantamweight, Featherweight and Flyweight, highlighted by the all-time pound-for-pound “Greatest Ever”.
A nominations committee of boxing experts lead the debate and selection of the boxers. The announcement of the process was twice delayed as the jury debated the various merits of the fighters, their records and achievements. Categories were set at 10 nominees per division, with 12 being nominated for the blue-ribbon category of Heavyweight.
The nominations committee was comprised of Thomas Hauser (boxing journalist and award-winning Muhammad Ali biographer), Al Bernstein (broadcaster and boxing analyst), Colin Hart (UK’s leading boxing reporter), Jean-Philippe Lustyk (broadcaster and head of boxing for pan-European sports channel Eurosport) and Ron Borges (boxing journalist and Hall of Fame committee member).
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- Nominations Jury releases names for global fan vote
- Voting to go live at www.greatestever.com
- Sugar Ray Robinson is nominated in two weight categories
The nominees for The World’s Greatest Ever Boxer global fan vote were announced today by Greatest Ever Enterprises.
On-line voting at www.GreatestEver.com will allow boxing fans from around the world
to select the greatest boxer in each of the original eight weight classes, Heavyweight, Light heavyweight, Middleweight, Welterweight, Lightweight, Bantamweight, Featherweight and Flyweight, highlighted by the all-time pound-for-pound “Greatest Ever”.
A nominations committee of boxing experts lead the debate and selection of the boxers. The announcement of the process was twice delayed as the jury debated the various merits of the fighters, their records and achievements. Categories were set at 10 nominees per division, with 12 being nominated for the blue-ribbon category of Heavyweight.
The nominations committee was comprised of Thomas Hauser (boxing journalist and award-winning Muhammad Ali biographer), Al Bernstein (broadcaster and boxing analyst), Colin Hart (UK’s leading boxing reporter), Jean-Philippe Lustyk (broadcaster and head of boxing for pan-European sports channel Eurosport) and Ron Borges (boxing journalist and Hall of Fame committee member).
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"Shaun George/Chris Henry Showdown is on in Philly!!"
The anticipated match-up between light heavyweight contenders Shaun George and Chris Henry is on for July 10, 2009! The fight will take place at The Arena in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
The ten-round bout, which will be televised on ESPN 2, was added on to an action packed card as the co-feature to Matt Godfrey v. Shawn Hawk.
George (18-2-2, 9 KO’s) is considered a top contender for the light heavyweight title. He captured the attention of the boxing world when he destroyed two-time heavyweight champion Chris Byrd last year. George’s most recent win came last February when he knocked out former world title challenger Jaffa Ballogou in the first round in stunning fashion.
“This is a great fight for Shaun on his path to a future title shot,” said his promoter Lou DiBella.
Henry (23-2, 18 KO’s) is no stranger to fighting top notch competition like George. He has been in the ring with the likes of Adrian Daiconu and Yusef Mack. The styles of both George and Henry should make for an exciting and fan-friendly match up.
“I feel like every fight is life or death for me,” said George. “This fight will be no different. I am on a mission to prove I am the best.” See you at the Fights.
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The ten-round bout, which will be televised on ESPN 2, was added on to an action packed card as the co-feature to Matt Godfrey v. Shawn Hawk.
George (18-2-2, 9 KO’s) is considered a top contender for the light heavyweight title. He captured the attention of the boxing world when he destroyed two-time heavyweight champion Chris Byrd last year. George’s most recent win came last February when he knocked out former world title challenger Jaffa Ballogou in the first round in stunning fashion.
“This is a great fight for Shaun on his path to a future title shot,” said his promoter Lou DiBella.
Henry (23-2, 18 KO’s) is no stranger to fighting top notch competition like George. He has been in the ring with the likes of Adrian Daiconu and Yusef Mack. The styles of both George and Henry should make for an exciting and fan-friendly match up.
“I feel like every fight is life or death for me,” said George. “This fight will be no different. I am on a mission to prove I am the best.” See you at the Fights.
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“Allan Green Targets WBC Champ Froch!!”
Ever since Allan “Sweetness” Green stole the show on April 25 with a second round knockout over Carlos De Leon, Jr. he has been waiting for the big showcase fight he deserves. With no one stepping up to the plate, Green has set his sights on Carl Froch, the man he shared top billing with in April, in his quest to prove he is the best super middleweight in the world.
It’s no secret Green (28-1, 20 KOs) is the world’s most exciting fighter at 168 lbs. His stirring knockout wins over top contenders such as De Leon, Jr., Jerson Ravelo, Darrell Woods, and Jaidon Codrington have been captivating boxing fans for years.
However, in recent months, with not one fighter showing a willingness to step in with him, he remembered the words of Froch (25-0, 20 KOs) who said he would welcome all challengers for the WBC title he won on that night in April.
"I want his belt,” said Green. “We both scored knockout wins on the same Showtime telecast, so to me, and the Showtime viewers, it would make perfect sense for us to fight each other next. I have a lot of respect for Froch and his skills, but he doesn't go more than six rounds with me."
Green’s promoter, Lou DiBella of DiBella Entertainment isn’t surprised people are so reluctant to fight his charge, given his tremendous boxing skills and unparalleled power. But, he believes Carl Froch is one fighter who wants a challenge, and that Green-Froch is the best fight that can be made in the super middleweight division.
“A fight between Allan Green and Carl Froch is one of the best that can be made in boxing,” said DiBella. “It’s reasonable for Froch to want to defend his title on his home turf, and Allan Green is willing to travel to Britain for the fight. If Froch is really committed to fighting the best the division has to offer, he will take the challenge of a fight with Allan Green.”
With Froch on his mind, Green is done waiting patiently for his chance to shine, and wants the WBC champ to know they have the power to put on one of the most intriguing fights in boxing, and he is ready to get it on.
"He came to America and made his mark,” Green said of Froch. “I’m willing to go to his backyard, knock him out, then go back to Nottingham for an immediate rematch and knock him out again to make an example out of him. It's only going to be a short amount of time before I'm the sultan of the super middleweights."
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It’s no secret Green (28-1, 20 KOs) is the world’s most exciting fighter at 168 lbs. His stirring knockout wins over top contenders such as De Leon, Jr., Jerson Ravelo, Darrell Woods, and Jaidon Codrington have been captivating boxing fans for years.
However, in recent months, with not one fighter showing a willingness to step in with him, he remembered the words of Froch (25-0, 20 KOs) who said he would welcome all challengers for the WBC title he won on that night in April.
"I want his belt,” said Green. “We both scored knockout wins on the same Showtime telecast, so to me, and the Showtime viewers, it would make perfect sense for us to fight each other next. I have a lot of respect for Froch and his skills, but he doesn't go more than six rounds with me."
Green’s promoter, Lou DiBella of DiBella Entertainment isn’t surprised people are so reluctant to fight his charge, given his tremendous boxing skills and unparalleled power. But, he believes Carl Froch is one fighter who wants a challenge, and that Green-Froch is the best fight that can be made in the super middleweight division.
“A fight between Allan Green and Carl Froch is one of the best that can be made in boxing,” said DiBella. “It’s reasonable for Froch to want to defend his title on his home turf, and Allan Green is willing to travel to Britain for the fight. If Froch is really committed to fighting the best the division has to offer, he will take the challenge of a fight with Allan Green.”
With Froch on his mind, Green is done waiting patiently for his chance to shine, and wants the WBC champ to know they have the power to put on one of the most intriguing fights in boxing, and he is ready to get it on.
"He came to America and made his mark,” Green said of Froch. “I’m willing to go to his backyard, knock him out, then go back to Nottingham for an immediate rematch and knock him out again to make an example out of him. It's only going to be a short amount of time before I'm the sultan of the super middleweights."
See you at the Fights.
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PUNCHOUT AT THE PLAZA LIVE FRIDAY, JULY 3rd, 2009 The Plaza Hotel & Casino Downtown, Las Vegas, Nevada
Las Vegas, NV,– “Punch-out,” returns to the Plaza Hotel & Casino in beautiful downtown Las Vegas, Nevada on Friday, July 3rd, 2009. This show is sure to produce fireworks on the eve of Independence Day and will feature explosive boxing and MMA fights all in one night of hardcore action.
In the featured bout of the evening, Guilty Boxing, in association with Rattlesnake Events, LLC presents a bout that is sure to be full of venom as Dewey “The Black Kobra” Cooper (17-3-3, 10 KO’s) goes fang to fang with “Cobra” Cory Phelps (13-5-1, 7 KO’s), in a scheduled eight round bout. The Semi main event will feature a battle of unbeaten Welterweights as Abdon Lozano (5-0, 1 KO’s) of Las Vegas goes toe to toe with Windsor, Canada’s Andre “Gorgeous” Gorges (8-0, 6 KO) in what is sure to be a scorcher over six rounds of boxing, somebody’s 0 must go!
“Punch-out,” will also spotlight the up and coming stars of tomorrow, as we present six hardcore amateur MMA bouts! In keeping with the colorful and explosive traditions of The 4th of July we are adding to the mix a finale that is definitely going to bring the noise, and light up the night! Guilty Boxing & Rattlesnake Events have pitted the Elite MMA fight team of Las Vegas, NV against the very dangerous Idaho Fight League in a fantastic MMA exhibition as a gift to all ticket holding fans in attendance and we are positive that it will end the night with a bang.
Undercard boxing action will showcase the likes of three local Las Vegas talents, Hard charging, non-stop puncher “Lightning” Lonnie Smith (7-2, 5 KO’s) fighting in a six round bout at lightweight against Detroit, Michigan’s dangerous James Lester Jr (8-2, 4 KO’s) . Also duking it out on the card will be the mauler from Morocco Sid “The Messenger” El Harrak (5-0, 2 KO’s) versus the Pride of Cincinnati, Ohio James Helmes (6-3, 1KO), and rounding out the card we have MMA Prospect turned boxer, welterweight Sean” The Rebel” Dizay of the Las Vegas Elite Training Center, fighting in a 4 round special attraction.
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In the featured bout of the evening, Guilty Boxing, in association with Rattlesnake Events, LLC presents a bout that is sure to be full of venom as Dewey “The Black Kobra” Cooper (17-3-3, 10 KO’s) goes fang to fang with “Cobra” Cory Phelps (13-5-1, 7 KO’s), in a scheduled eight round bout. The Semi main event will feature a battle of unbeaten Welterweights as Abdon Lozano (5-0, 1 KO’s) of Las Vegas goes toe to toe with Windsor, Canada’s Andre “Gorgeous” Gorges (8-0, 6 KO) in what is sure to be a scorcher over six rounds of boxing, somebody’s 0 must go!
“Punch-out,” will also spotlight the up and coming stars of tomorrow, as we present six hardcore amateur MMA bouts! In keeping with the colorful and explosive traditions of The 4th of July we are adding to the mix a finale that is definitely going to bring the noise, and light up the night! Guilty Boxing & Rattlesnake Events have pitted the Elite MMA fight team of Las Vegas, NV against the very dangerous Idaho Fight League in a fantastic MMA exhibition as a gift to all ticket holding fans in attendance and we are positive that it will end the night with a bang.
Undercard boxing action will showcase the likes of three local Las Vegas talents, Hard charging, non-stop puncher “Lightning” Lonnie Smith (7-2, 5 KO’s) fighting in a six round bout at lightweight against Detroit, Michigan’s dangerous James Lester Jr (8-2, 4 KO’s) . Also duking it out on the card will be the mauler from Morocco Sid “The Messenger” El Harrak (5-0, 2 KO’s) versus the Pride of Cincinnati, Ohio James Helmes (6-3, 1KO), and rounding out the card we have MMA Prospect turned boxer, welterweight Sean” The Rebel” Dizay of the Las Vegas Elite Training Center, fighting in a 4 round special attraction.
See you at the Fights.
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RUMBLE AT THE HILTON RYE TOWN;FORMER WORLD TITLE CHALLENGER DAVID TELESCO
On July 16th Star Boxing's former light heavyweight title challenger, David Telesco (29-6-1, 24KO) will once again step inside the squared circle under the Star Boxing banner, when he takes on New Jersey's own William Gil in an eight round light heavyweight affair. Telesco v. Gil will be the main event bout of the evening. The card is being held at the beautiful Hilton Rye Town hotel, located in the New York City suburb of Rye, NY, and is ten minutes east of White Plains, NY in Westchester County. Situated on 45 beautifully landscaped acres of lush woodlands, the Hilton Rye Town hotel is Westchester County, New York's premier hotel, combining the relaxed setting of a resort with the flexibility of a full-service business hotel.
For the fan favorite Telesco, who lives in nearby Portchester, NY, it will be somewhat of a homecoming, as it will be the first time Telesco has fought in the Westchester County area since 2001. Telesco, who has been in- active since 2005, is excited to be returning to the ring especially in front of his hometown fans.
"David's had some great moments in his boxing career. He has always been a dangerous puncher and was a top light heavyweight some years ago," stated Joe DeGuardia CEO of Star Boxing. "David has been itching for a comeback and has always wanted to be back in front of his fans, so the Hilton Rye Town makes perfect sense. The Hilton Rye Town is a beautiful hotel where fans can experience a great night of Boxing in the Ballroom. We are looking to put some of the top prospects in the New York City area, as well as some of our top prospects on the Star Boxing roster on the card. We expect a great night of fights come July 16th."
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For the fan favorite Telesco, who lives in nearby Portchester, NY, it will be somewhat of a homecoming, as it will be the first time Telesco has fought in the Westchester County area since 2001. Telesco, who has been in- active since 2005, is excited to be returning to the ring especially in front of his hometown fans.
"David's had some great moments in his boxing career. He has always been a dangerous puncher and was a top light heavyweight some years ago," stated Joe DeGuardia CEO of Star Boxing. "David has been itching for a comeback and has always wanted to be back in front of his fans, so the Hilton Rye Town makes perfect sense. The Hilton Rye Town is a beautiful hotel where fans can experience a great night of Boxing in the Ballroom. We are looking to put some of the top prospects in the New York City area, as well as some of our top prospects on the Star Boxing roster on the card. We expect a great night of fights come July 16th."
See you at the Fights.
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