Damage control for hungry Manfredo vs. Benfield “Rumble at the River,” March 14 at Twin River Event Center, RI

PROVIDENCE– World super middleweight challenger “The Pride of Providence” Peter Manfredo, Jr. (28-5, 13 KOs) is hungry again and planning to do some damage to Shane “The Irish Hitman” Benfield (17-1, 9 KOs) on March 14 in their 10-round main event, headlining “Rumble at the River,” part of “The Budweiser Night at the Fights,” at Twin River Events Center in Lincoln, Rhode Island.


Vinny Paz and “Irish” Micky Ward are serving as honorary captains of Team Italy and Team Ireland, respectively, for the Italian-Irish themed “Rumble at the River” pro boxing show, promoted by Jimmy Burchfield’s Classic Entertainment and Sports, Inc., in association with Twin River, Budweiser and Tournament of Contenders.

Manfredo, 27, has starred on The Contender I reality television show, fought for the world title, and earned a healthy living in boxing. But something was missing after his loss by controversial stoppage to Joe Calzaghe for the world championship in Wales. “I’m hungry again,” Manfredo explained. “I didn’t really care about boxing last year. The (Jeff) Lacy fight woke me up. I realized I have to be mean, not trying to go in the ring to really hurt my opponent, but to do some damage. That’s what I plan to do against Benfield – take him out – and show everybody that’s who I really am. I love what I do. I don’t love the behind the scenes part of boxing, but in the real world it’s tough to take out your frustrations like you can in the ring. I’m the boss in the ring. We have the toughest job in the world; there are no guarantees in boxing, but I’m a fighter.

“I’d like to go back down to 160 (pounds) because I feel I’m too small fighting some of these guys. It’s not that I can’t fight at super middleweight, but I want to be the best I can, and I think that’s at middleweight. I only plan on boxing until I’m 30, so I have three years left to make one last run at aworld title. Let’s see how I do against guys my size. I’m not sure when I’ll be fighting at 160. I’m thinking maybe my next fight will be at 165. Benfield’s a big guy who fought as a cruiserweight.”

Since graduating from his role in The Contender I, Manfredo’s fought in Wales, Las Vegas and Los Angeles, but he enjoys fighting at home. “It’s the best,” Peter said about fighting in Rhode Island. “There’s no place like home. It’s all about being comfortable in your surroundings. At home, I have my family and friends, sleep in my own bed, eat food I like…..everything is comfortable. One of the reason’s Joe Calzaghe has been so successful is because all of his fights have been at home.”

Three-time world champion Jaime “The Hurricane” Clampitt (18-4-1, 7 KOs), fighting out of Cranston (RI) defends her IWBF lightweight crown against GBU junior welterweight title-holder Belinda “Brown Sugar” Larcuente (23-21-3, 9 KOs) in the 10-round co-feature. Twenty-one of Larcuente’s last 22 bouts, dating back nearly five years, have been against world champions, including 10 world title fights.

Mitch Matlock, Belinda “Brown Sugar” Larcuente and Melissa Hernandez


Stoughton (MA) cruiserweight Chris McInerney (9-1-1, 6 KOs) squares-off again versus former New England title-holder Tim “The Hammer” Flamos (19-4-1, 7 KOs), of Brockton, in a six-round rematch of a fight McInerney won by sixth round TKO last December.

Undefeated Russian middleweight Andre Nevsky (3-0, 3 KOs), of Worcester (MA), meets Eric Pinarreta (2-1, 2 KOs), of New Bedford (MA), in a four-round match. A pair of popular power-punchers, USBA No. 4 super middleweight Joey “KO Kid” Spina (20-1-1, 15 KOs), of Providence, and Lowell (MA) light heavyweight “Irish” Joey McCreedy (6-1, 4 KOs), are also on the undercard.

Undefeated Lynn (MA) flyweight Isander Beauchamp (3-0) faces Gabriel Cruz (2-1), while Providence junior welterweight Diego Pereira makes his pro debut. All fights and fighters are subject to change.

Manfredo, Spina, Flamos and Pinarreta are on Paz’ Team Italy; Benfield, Clampitt, McInerney and McCreedy are captained by Ward on Team Ireland.

Tickets for “Rumble at the River” are priced at $35.00 (ADA stage seating only), $40.00, $50.00, (Bronze), $75.00 (Silver), $100.00 (Gold) and $150.00 (Jimmy’s Platinum Club) and may be purchased by calling CES (401.724.2253/2254), going on line at http://www.cesboxing.com/ or http://www.twinriver.com/, at the Twin River Event Center (100 Twin River Road, Lincoln, RI), or any TicketMaster location. Contact CES (401.724.2253/2254/www.cesboxing.com) or Twin River Events Center (877.82.RIVER/ http://www.twinriver.com/) for more information. Doors open at 6 PM/ET, first bout at 7 PM/ET.(Twin River has waived its 18+ rule for “Rumble at the River.” Anybody under the age of 18 must be accompanied at all times by an adult and they must enter through the West entrance.) -CES-

CONTACT: Bob Trieger, Full Court Press

Film Screening; ‘The Other Side Of Hip Hop - The Sixth Element’

The Original, The Most Conscious, The Best Going Strong Since 2001, For The People, By The People: Medgar Evers College Film & Culture Series
http://www.mec.cuny.edu/filmandcultureseries/

Presents the 'Brooklyn Homecoming Screening':‘The Other Side Of Hip Hop - The Sixth Element’, tells the story of long time Photo Activist Brother Ernie Paniccioli. Brother Ernie, as he is affectionately known by many, has been photographing the Hip Hop Culture since its inception. From the genesis when the culture did not have a name, it was simply something that young people created to have fun. From 1973 to the present Brother Ernie has been there, whether as an advocate for this culture that turned into a movement or speaking out against what is wrong with Hip Hop Brother Ernie has been front row center for it all.

Tonight we will have our opportunity to go upclose and personal with Brother Ernie
as we go inside his life, work in Hip Hop and his socio-political activism.

Joining us for this rich cultural experience will be Linque formerly of the Blackwatch movement,
Hip Hop Pioneer Kangol of UTFO, Dion Michael Ashman, Producer, Director and Writer of the ‘Other Side Of Hip Hop - The Sixth Element’ and the man himself Brother Ernie Paniccioli.Winner of the New York Big Apple Film Festival Best Documentary Film, 'The Other Side Of Hip-Hop showcases HIP-HOP from the beginning!
Featuring Chuck D., Afrika Bambaataa, MC Lyte, and many many others this film tells a full story!

For more info: www.OURGANG62.com
THURSDAY, MARCH 6, 2008
DOORS OPEN AT 6:15 P.M.
OPEN MIC HOSTED BY XYAYX MULTIMEDIA
BEGINS AT 6:30 PM.Program begins at:7:00PM
A live performance by Lin-Que, will precede the film
Founders Auditorium, 1650 Bedford Avenue Brooklyn, NY 11225

Take the #2, 3, 4 or 5 train to the Franklin Ave. stop. The auditorium is between Crown & Montgomery Sts.

www.myspace.com/linquemusic and http://www.lin-que.com/

EDUCATING-ORGANIZING-MOBILIZING

Curtis "Showtime" Stevens will step into the ring at the Manhattan Center on March 6

Curtis "Showtime" Stevens
Bronx, NY- For the first time since signing a multi-year deal with Joe DeGuardia's Star Boxing, Curtis "Showtime" Stevens will step into the ring at the Manhattan Center on March 6. Stevens will appear as part of the action packed under card which features a USBA Junior Welterweight title fight between "Mighty" Mike Arnaoutis vs. Harrison Cuello. Also, featured in the co- main event is fan favorite New Yorker Vinny Maddalone battling veteran Jeff Yeoman in an 8 round Heavyweight match up. Sports website www.GoFightLive.TV will web cast the entire event online.


One half of the famed "Chin Checkers", Brooklyn, NY native Stevens (17-2-1, 12KO's) is a throwback to the old days of boxing with his killer left hook and crippling body punching. Curtis presents a danger to anyone who stands opposite him in the squared circle. On this occasion, it will be journeyman, Thomas Reid (35-21-1, 13KO's) of Jackson, TN, who in his own right is not to be taken lightly. Stevens will have his hands full as he will be facing a fighter who has gone up against some of the best in the business. Taking on a who's who of the 175-pound realm, Reid has fought the likes of former WBC light heavyweight champion and Roy Jones Jr. conqueror Montell Griffin, WBO 175-pound titlist Julio Gonzalez, and light heavyweight contenders Elvir Muriqi, Yusaf Mack, and Prince Badi Ajamu.


The bout is scheduled for 8 rounds in the Super Middleweight division and promises to be an all action affair.

The balance of the exciting undercard will be announced shortly.

Tickets are fan friendly priced at $202 first row ringside, $102, $52 and $32 and are available at Ticketmaster.com or by calling (212) 307-7171 and at all Ticketmaster outlets. Additionally, tickets and exclusive VIP tables can be purchased directly from Star Boxing by calling (718) 823-2000 or by visiting http://www.starboxing.com

SPECIAL NOTE: ALL VIP TABLES ARE SOLD OUT FOR THIS EVENT
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NABF junior welterweight champion Frankie “El Gato” Figueroa now a promotional free agent

New York– NABF junior welterweight champion Frankie “El Gato” Figueroa is a promotional free agent after his deal with Seeno Group recently concluded. Figueroa’s manager, Sal LoNano, is entertaining offers from numerous promoters.


Figueroa (18-2, 13 KOs), who has moved back to the Bronx after living a year in Miami, is rated No. 10 by the World Boxing Council, as well as No. 13 and No. 14 by the International Boxing Federation and World Boxing Association, respectfully.

“Frankie is the reigning NABF champion, world-class fighter and a great kid,” LoNano said. “With a good promoter in his corner, he will become a world champion. We want to thank Attorney Tony Cardinale for the legal advice he gave us.”

U.S. Army veteran Figueroa currently is in Vero Beach (FL) training camp with his trainer, James “Buddy” McGirt, Sr., awaiting his next fight.

“Gato” also is the reigning WBC International Mundo Hispano welterweight and New York State light welterweight title-holder.

For more information about “Gato” Figueroa visit his web site at www.gatofigueroa.com.

CONTACT: Bob Trieger, Full Court Press
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VOTE NOW IN DECISION 2008: Club World Awards People's Choice Award!‏

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Share My Love; By Shari Robinson, Nedra Crawley and Teesha Sumpter are two beautiful women in search of true love....

Share My Love; By Shari Robinson


Synopsis

Nedra Crawley and Teesha Sumpter are two beautiful women in search of true love. Both are intelligent and emotionally available, but in a society where men seem to have far more options than women do, the two succumb to their fears: the fear that they'll never be able to have a man all their own.

In "Share My Love", we go with the young women as they struggle through their personal insecurities, their hopes and dreams for the future, and ultimately, their willingness to risk their hearts and egos for the chance to experience true intimacy with a man.

Nedra knows all about the shortcomings of men. After all, her own beloved father disillusions her when he reveals himself to be less than the perfect gentleman she'd grown up believing he was. When Nedra's mother breaks it down to her that men and women are simply not alike when it comes to things like fidelity and sexual appetite, we see her lay down her ideals for the sake of "versatility". But is she fooling herself?



Not even Teesha's sheltered southern upbringing can squelch the sexual hunger she feels inside. But as she goes from one humiliating experience to another, it finally takes its toll. By the time her new best friend comes up with a unique and intriguing plan to get them both the love they crave and the security they need, she is ripe to try something revolutionary in the bedroom. They agree to share the same man on a rotating schedule of sex, outings and vacations, but can this idea really work?

In "Share My Love", the question of whether or not three is company gets answered once and for all. Is three pleasant company or emotional chaos?

For more information: www.booksbysharirobinson.com

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Africa Unite; Danny Glover & Marleys To Walk Red Carpet

Miami- Part biography, reggae musical and humanitarian effort, Africa Unite highlights Bob Marley's massive 60th birthday celebration in Ethiopia. This intimate look at the life and work of the late musician and activist is also an appeal for a united Africa that can stand proudly and independently on the world stage. The documentary will be showcased this year during the 25th anniversary of the Miami International Film Festival (MIFF).

Africa Unite Director Stephanie Black and co-producer Danny Glover will talk about the film at a press conference on Tuesday, March 4 at 11 a.m. at the Royal Palm Hotel, 1545 Collins Ave, Miami Beach. The film will be screened the evening of March 4 at 9 p.m. at the Gusman Center for the Performing Arts, 174 East Flagler Street, Miami.

In 2005, more than 350,000 people from all over the globe came together in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia to celebrate Marley's 60th birthday. The Africa Unite Foundation, founded by the Marley family, organized the weeklong celebration and sponsored the attendance of students from Africa and Jamaica for a conference and dialogue with support from UNICEF (The United Nations Children's Fund) and partners. Actor and UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador Danny Glover chaired the symposium.

While the film is anchored by this historic benefit concert, it also branches into other parallels that delve into Marley's personal dream of a united Africa. It features a cameo by Glover, as well as performances by recording artists Lauryn Hill, Angelique Kidjo, and members of the Marley clan, including children Ziggy, Damian, Stephen, Cedella, Julian, and Ky-Mani.

Africa Unite was crafted by Stephanie Black, an award-winning director and producer, and co-produced by the Marley family's Tuff Gong Pictures and Glover's co-founded production company, Louverture Films. Black's past films include two documentaries: Life and Debt (2001) and H-2 Worker (1990). She has directed programming for BRAVO, Sesame Street, Nickelodeon, and the Cartoon Network, and numerous music videos. In addition, she is also teaches documentary film at the School of Visual Arts in New York City.

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Getting Your Fiscal House In Order - A Family First Friday Presenation‏

FAMILY FIRST FRIDAY

Presents a

FINANCIAL SEMINAR @ St. Mark’s UMC

49-55 Edgecombe Avenue, @ 137th Street

Friday, March 7, 2008 6 PM to 9 PM

God’s Plan For Your Future

We want to help your family have a better financial future!

Everyone’s life is different. But some things are universal.

The dream of owning a home;

College for kids;

A worry-free retirement;

Sometimes, it seems too hard.

There are too many bills

Responsibilities

Too much month and too little money


The question is the same. How to prepare? How to be ready when tomorrow comes?
There is a way to make dreams come true. Discover the SOLUTIONS.
During this session you will learn how to deal with serious financial issues affecting millions of Americans today.

• forget past financial mistakes and start fresh

• stop emotional spending and still be content

• fund future objectives with confidence

Did you know that there are over 2,350 verses in the Bible about handling your money and possessions? Jesus said more about money than just about any other topic.

If your minister were to preach one verse a week, it would take him over 45 years to cover all of them.

Here are just a few verses that represent God’s views on Money;

Get Out of Debt - Romans 13: 8, Proverbs 22:7

Accumulate Wealth – Joshua 1:8, Deuteronomy 8:18

Properly protect your family and assets –

Proverbs 22:3, Ecclesiastes 7:11-12

Build a Family retirement Trust – Proverbs 13:22

Why does the Bible have so much to say about money?

Because so much of our lives revolves around it.

Not that I speak from want; for I have learned to be content in whatever circumstances I am. I know how to get along with humble means, and I also know how to live in prosperity; in any and every circumstance I have learned the secret of being filled and going hungry, both of having abundance and suffering need. I can do all things through Him who strengthens me. Phil 4:11-13

Presented by: Theresa Henry, President TH Financials

Refreshments Served

Having your finances advised by a financial expert that practices Biblical truths can give you more free time and a peace-of-mind with managing your finances.

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Charlotta Janssen 'Americana' opening Thursday March 6 from 6 -9 at Gloria Kennedy Gallery‏

Please join us for the opening reception of ‘Americana’ by Charlotta Janssen, Thursday March 6 from 6-9 PM. Her skaintings (sketched paintings) are from her Americana (1900 – 1950) series featuring church groups, rallies, sports teams, performers and families before posing became an epidemic. Her large dramatic canvases capture a diacritic pictorialization of bygone days. Ms. Jansen works on canvas and paper with acrylics, oil and iron oxide. Limited edition Giclee´ prints are also available. The exhibition runs until March 15th.

The Harlem Swimming Team' inspired by a photograph by James Van der Zee 4.5' x 16' acrylic, iron oxide & oil stick onto canvas.





Gloria Kennedy Gallery is a contemporary art gallery defining the art space in a new vernacular by presenting diverse, fresh and riveting exhibitions of original art.
© 2008 Gloria Kennedy Gallery. All rights reserved


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From Mondays press conference in Cancun; Nate Campbell, Juan Diaz, Samuel Peter, Oleg Maskaev

Nate Campbell: “It has been a hard road for me to get here but I am here now. I don’t have anything to do with what’s going on between Juan Diaz and Don King but I can tell you this: On Saturday night I’m going to take you to hell, Juan.”

Juan Diaz: “I’ve fought in Mexico many times and it’s great to be back home. I fought here when I was 16 years old. Nate Campbell is a good fighter and I’m ready to go 12 rounds.

Samuel Peter: (To Oleg Maskaev’s promoter Dennis Rappaport): “Buy a new pair of glasses because I want you to see how hard I’m going to hit your man on Saturday.”

(To Oleg Maskaev): “I want to tell you one thing: “I’m going to knock you out. I’m going to eat you alive.”


Samuel Peter: “I’m coming to fight on Saturday night and I promise I’m going to beat you. I’m going to punish you and beat you up. I’ve been fighting for seven years and I’ve never ducked anyone. I hope you’re planning on coming to fight on Saturday. You can run no more.”

Oleg Maskaev: “I’m ready and I’m coming to win on Saturday night. I have worked very hard.”

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Don King Quits Juan Diaz; Diaz’s Attorney Fred Levin Quit Undefeated Lightweight Champion in February, Promoter Decides to Follow Suit .....

Don King Quits Juan Diaz; Diaz’s Attorney Fred Levin Quit Undefeated Lightweight Champion in February, Promoter Decides to Follow Suit by Abandoning Star Boxer after Saturday’s Match

CANCUN, MEXICO—Boxing promoter Don King made a surprise announcement on Wednesday that he will no longer represent undefeated unified lightweight world champion Juan “Baby Bull” Diaz after his match on Saturday with Nate “Galaxxy Warrior” Campbell in Cancun, Mexico.

King has represented Diaz since September 2006, and it is highly unusual for the world’s greatest promoter to give up on a star client without an attempt to keep him in his stable of fighters.

King is in Cancun presenting a world championship doubleheader on Saturday featuring the first world heavyweight championship ever staged in Mexico when World Boxing Council champion Oleg Maskaev defends his title against WBC interim champion Samuel “The Nigerian Nightmare” Peter as well as Diaz facing Campbell, the International Boxing Federation No. 1-ranked mandatory challenger.

King made the announcement at the final press conference for the event, named “History in Cancun.” With principals from Saturday’s fight card assembled in front of the media, King read passages from a February resignation letter from Diaz’s attorney Fred Levin addressed to Diaz’s manager Willie Savannah.

“It has come to the point where I can no longer in good conscience represent Juan Diaz,” Levin wrote, lamenting the fact that he had only spoken to Diaz on one occasion.

The highly respected and successful lawyer added: “Willie, I’ve been practicing law for almost 47 years. I have never had a client complain about anything that I have done in the practice of law until now.”

King echoed Levin’s sentiments, noting that he, too, is enduring a barrage of complaints from Savannah while Diaz’s career continues to skyrocket.

“Juan Diaz and Willie Savannah seem to be doing just fine,” King said. “Juan was lucky to make $100,000 for a fight before he came to me. He made $2 million in his first year with me and I arranged for him to fight for two more world titles, which he won. He’ll make another $800,000 on Saturday night.

“It seems to me that Juan has been doing his job inside the ring and I’ve been doing my job as his promoter outside the ring. I’m still trying to figure out what it is Willie’s not getting when looking back upon one of the best financed and most successful career progressions I have ever been part of.”

King then announced his resignation.

“I bring this up to you today because, like Fred Levin, I have made a decision to no longer promote Juan Diaz after Saturday’s fight. And it’s not because I wouldn’t like to continue to work with Juan. It’s for the same reason the esteemed Fred Levin quit. I will no longer work with Juan’s manager Willie Savannah.”

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Throwdown Industries To Become IFL's Official Energy Drink, Fight Gloves and Ring‏

NEW YORK– The International Fight League (OTC.BB: IFLI) and Throwdown Industries today announced a multi-year partnership, making Throwdown “The Official Energy Drink, Fight Gloves and Ring” of the IFL. Throwdown Industries is a leading provider of MMA fight gear, cages, rings, training centers and the Official Energy Drink of Mixed Martial Arts (MMA). Cott Corporation (NYSE:COT; TSX:BCB), is the world's largest retailer brand soft drink provider. The deal began Friday, February 29 at the Orleans Arena in Las Vegas and will continue with all IFL events in 2008 and 2009. “We are very pleased to be able to add one of the growing brands in the industry in Throwdown to the IFL family,” said IFL CEO Jay Larkin. “The extensive marketing that an industry giant like the Cott Corporation, one of the legends in the consumer packaging industry, will put behind this gives us a very strong position to grow our brand and our athletes into the future.” “Throwdown and Cott add credibility and excitement to the sport of MMA through its products, services and partnership with the IFL and other fight leagues, firmly entrenching Throwdown’s global leadership position in supporting MMA” added Throwdown President Mike McIntyre. Throwdown and Cott will implement an extensive activation platform at retail and at IFL events, using IFL athletes, coaches and brands in consumer promotions and a multimedia campaign. They will also support the partnership on IFL broadcasts in the United States on FSN and HDNet, as well as in Canada on Fox Sports Canada and worldwide in the over 70 countries IFL program is currently carried on a weekly basis. The activation plan will launch around the IFL’s next event on Friday, April 4, at the IZOD Center in East Rutherford, New Jersey. About Cott Corporation Cott Corporation is one of the world's largest nonalcoholic beverage companies and the world's largest retailer brand soft drink provider. The Company commercializes its business in over 60 countries worldwide, with its principal markets being the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom and Mexico. Cott markets or supplies over 200 retailer and licensed brands, and Company-owned brands. Its products include carbonated soft drinks, sparkling and flavored waters, energy drinks, sports drinks, juices, juice drinks and smoothies, ready-to-drink teas, and other non-carbonated beverages. The company website is www.cott.com. The brand names referenced in this press release are trademarks of Cott Corporation, its affiliated companies, our customers, or other third parties. About Throwdown Throwdown™ Energy drink is unique in the energy category. Throwdown is a credible, respected brand that has a high level of efficacy with the impact/action sports consumer. “The Throwdown consumer has a mentality of never giving up, putting it all on the line, and pushing toward until they achieve their goal and live under the mindset that to “conquer without risk, is to triumph without glory™”. Classic and Rampage Punch – both available in regular and sugar-free formats -- are scientifically designed for those who want to “Throwdown” by providing double the energy than the average drink in this category. Throwdown Rampage Punch™, the signature flavor of Light Heavyweight Champion Quinton “Rampage” Jackson, was created specifically for him as he loves punch and loves to punch. About the IFL International Fight League™ (IFL) has its headquarters in New York and offices in Las Vegas. For more information about IFL, please see: www.ifl.tv. ---“So much of a professional athlete's success depends upon not necessarily the play itself but how he deals with... always saying how you deal with good, is just as important as how you deal with bad.”- Brett Favre
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In Celebration of Womans History Month, My Christ Entertainment in association with McKoy Joubert presents; Virtuous Woman

In Celebration of Womans History Month, My Christ Entertainment in association with McKoy Joubert presents; Virtuous Woman

EliteXC Presents Cage Rage 25 On SHOWTIME This SATURDAY, MARCH 8, 2008

BOXING cruiserweight world title unification bout between Enzo Maccarinelli (World Boxing Organization) and David Haye (World Boxing Council/World Boxing Association) at the O2 Arena in London, live at 9 p.m. ET/PT (delayed on the west coast).
Mauro Ranallo will provide play-by-play with Stephen Quadros serving as color analyst. EliteXC Presents Cage Rage 25 will take place at the Wembley Arena London, England


HEAVYWEIGHT MAIN EVENT

Ken Shamrock vs. Buzz Berry
26-10-2 11-7-0
San Diego, Calif. England

CAGE RAGE FEATHERWEIGHT TITLE
Jean Silva vs. Masakazu Imanari
15-7-3, 1NC 13-5-1
Japan Brazil

MIXED MARTIAL ARTS LIGHT HEAVYWEIGHT ATTRACTION
Neil Grove vs. Rob Broughton
5-0-0 7-3-1
England England

MIXED MARTIAL ARTS MIDDLEWEIGHT ATTRACTION
Tom Watson vs. Pierre Guillet
4-3-0 10-7-0
England USA

EliteXC Presents: Cage Rage 25 Fight Preview

Shamrock vs. Berry

This fight is destined to be an absolute war and for Robert Berry, the biggest challenge of his MMA career. After having been forced to retire after the first round in his fight against Neil Grove, Berry will be out to prove a point to all the watching fans as he takes on a living legend in MMA. Ken Shamrock needs no introduction whatsoever and remains supremely confident in his ability to stand and trade with anyone or take it to the ground. Berry’s ground game is vastly underestimated and should contribute to this fight living up to its main billing.

Silva vs. Imanari

This is another fight fans will not want to miss as two of the world’s top featherweights go head to head. Imanari will be making his second title defense against former Cage Rage Champion Jean Silva, who has openly proclaimed that he will do what it takes to get his title back. Both these fighters are technically gifted in all areas, which will make this one of the fights of the night

Grove vs. Broughton

Fan favorite Rob Broughton is returning after suffering severe injury problems. Broughton became an instant hit when he made his debut as an underdog against heavyweight superstar James Thompson. He surprised everyone by stopping Thompson via vicious ground and pound. He will now face one of his toughest tests when he goes head to head with heavyweight title contender Neil Grove. Grove, a towering practitioner of Gojo Ryu Karate, also had an impressive win over Thompson in ten seconds with a devastating right hand. He followed that with a first round stoppage of Dominic Ostich, a formidable kickboxer, and Cage Rage veteran Robert “Buzz” Berry. One question remains will “The Bear” have what it takes to stop the reign of Goliath.

Watson vs. Guillet

These two middleweights are dangerous opponents for any fighter they face, but to be facing one another is a middleweight dream fight. Both Watson and Guillet have had recent losses and both will be out to get back to winning ways as the cage door shuts. Tom Watson, a former boxer with excellent technical stand up striking, has recently spent time training in the states to improve on his wrestling and submission skills. Pierre Guillet is a well rounded fighter and has proven to be one of the toughest fighters on the Cage Rage middleweight roster. This will be great fight between two technically skilled fighters.

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YAMMA Pit Fighting Final Fight Card Announced‏; Eric Esch, Gary Goodridge, Don Frye, Oleg Taktarov, Marcelo Pereira, Sherman Pendergarst

Los Angeles– YAMMA Pit Fighting (YPF), a new mixed martial arts (MMA) organization created by Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) founder Bob Meyrowitz, announced the final details of the organization’s first live pay-per-view event. The event, comprised of an eight-man tournament for the title of YAMMA Heavyweight Champion and two ‘Masters Superfights,’ will air live from the Trump Taj Mahal in Atlantic City on April 11, 2008. Tickets for the event will go on sale March 8 and can be purchased through Ticketmaster or at the Trump Taj Mahal Box Office from March 9 onwards. The live pay-per-view broadcast is available in the United States and Canada through In Demand Networks, TVN Entertainment, Bell ExpressVu, Viewer’s Choice Canada and Dish Network.

The two ‘Masters Superfights’ will feature Eric “Butterbean” Esch versus Gary "Big Daddy" Goodridge and Oleg “The Russian Bear” Taktarov versus Don “The Predator” Frye. The veteran fighters will face off in ‘Masters Superfights,’ one-on-one matches that feature some of MMA’s most illustrious and legendary fighters. The April 11th event will also showcase the skill and endurance of eight fearsome competitors in a tournament match. Tournament fighters include: Marcelo “Pato” Pereira, Sherman Pendergarst, Rex Richards, Tony Sylvester, Chris Tuscherer, Travis “The Diesel” Wiuff, Alexey Oleynik and George Bush. Jeff Blatnick will serve as a commentator for both the Heavyweight Tournament and “Masters Superfights.”

The April 11th event will unveil “The YAMMA,” an evolution of the traditional fighting structure that will change how the fight is fought and the strategy the fighters must use to win. This new “ring” has been specifically designed to keep the fighting more explosive and continuous.

“For YAMMA Pit Fighting’s inaugural event, we’ve brought together some of the greatest MMA veterans as well as some of the best emerging fighters,” said Bob Meyrowitz. “The event will demonstrate that these MMA legends still have a lot to teach and will also advance the tournament fighters towards legendary status themselves.”

Eric "Butterbean" Esch is a professional Super-Heavyweight boxer, kickboxer and mixed martial artist. Esch has held the title of IBA World Super-Heavyweight Champion, as well as the WWA World Heavyweight title. Esch stands 5 ft 11 tall and weighs 398lbs. He has a MMA record of 11 wins with 4 knockouts, 6 losses and 1 draw.

Gary "Big Daddy" Goodridge, a UFC/Pride/K-1 veteran, was born in Trinidad & Tobago and now resides in Ontario, Canada. Goodridge is known for his devastating strikes and showmanship. He first turned heads in the MMA scene with his victory over Paul Herrera in UFC 8. Goodridge is also a top-ranked contender in professional arm wrestling. He stands 6 ft 3 in tall and weighs 240lbs and has a record of 23-15-1.

For the first time in over a decade, MMA will return to its origins by reviving the hugely popular tournament format, in which fighters will participate in multiple fights on their way to claiming the ultimate victory, the title of YAMMA Heavyweight Champion. The format will test the endurance and skill of each fighter, as victory in each round is rewarded not with extended rest, but with another fight. Tournament fighting has long been a huge draw for dedicated MMA fans due to the non-stop action provided by fight-after-fight formatting.

The two newly announced MMA fighters are:

Alexey Oleynik - a 6'1" 220 pound fighter on Russia's #1 team, Red Devil Sports Club, and an M-1 and Bodog veteran with an MMA record of 4-3-0

George Bush – a 6’ 1” 235 pound fighter from Columbus, OH with a MMA record of 5-0-0

The April 11th fight card is as follows:

MASTERS SUPERFIGHTS

Oleg “The Russian Bear” Taktarov VS. Don “The Predator” Frye

Eric “Butterbean” Esch VS. Gary "Big Daddy" Goodridge

8 MAN HEAVYWEIGHT TOURNAMENT

Marcelo “Pato” Pereira
Sherman Pendergarst
Rex Richards
Tony Sylvester
Chris Tuscherer
Travis “The Diesel” Wiuff
Alexey Oleynik
George Bush
Tickets are available through Ticketmaster’s extensive network of 81 ticket centers throughout the Delaware Valley including Boscov’s, Marshalls and select West Coast Video and Gallery of Sound locations or call Ticketmaster’s convenient Charge-by-Phone service at 1-800-736-1420. For Online Information: www.ticketmaster.com

YAMMA Pit Fighting will be available throughout the Unites States and Canada on pay-per-view. The April 11th live event will carried by In Demand Networks (virtually every cable pay-per-view system in the US – 38 million pay-per-view homes), TVN Entertainment (a leading supplier of on-demand programming & the exclusive provider to Verizon Fios & AT&T U-Verse – 7 million pay-per-view & VOD homes), Bell ExpressVu (the largest pay-per-view provider in Canada – 1.8 million pay-per-view homes), Viewer’s Choice Canada (over 1 million pay-per-view homes) and Dish Network (over 14 million satellite pay-per-view homes).

About Rope Partners

Rope Partners, formed by Bob Meyrowitz and Peter Kauff, have over a 20 year track record of pioneering successful ventures in the music, broadcasting and sports industries. As illustrated by their successes in building the largest independent radio syndication company, DIR Broadcasting, The College Television Network, the largest private television network in the United States, and Semaphore Entertainment Group the originator and founder of the UFC.
For more information, visit www.yammapitfighting.com
FIGHTER LINKS
Butterbean- http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Eric_Esch- Wikipedia
Goodridge- http://www.garygoodridge.com/index.html - official website
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INTERNATIONAL FIGHT LEAGUE, ALFRED HABER DISTRIBUTION ANNOUNCE ADDITION OF MALAYSIA TELEVISION TO THEIR INTERNATIONAL BROADCAST LINEUP

NEW YORK– The International Fight League (OTC.BB: IFLI) and Alfred Haber Distribution (AHDI) today announced that Media Prima Berhad, the largest integrated investment group in Malaysia and the owners of Malaysia Television stations TV3, TV8, NTV7 and TV9, will begin showing “IFL Fight Night” on a weekly basis beginning in 2008 “We are very pleased to be add another international television partner to the fold,” said IFL CEO Jay Larkin. “The Far East and the Pacific are hotbeds for the sport of Mixed Martial Arts, and it will be great to partner with Malaysia TV to expose our brand of fighting in a ring to a growing audience.: Malaysia TV joins an ever-growing international TV lineup for IFL programming, which includes HBO Latin America, HDNet and FSN in the United States, MBC in the Middle East and parts of Africa, Star TV in Asia, CanWest Global and Fox Sports Canada in Canada, EGO in Israel, TV4 in Sweden and Armed Forces Television worldwide, among others. IFL programming reaches over 300 million homes worldwide. About Alfred Haber Distribution, Inc. ALFRED HABER, INC. and ALFRED HABER DISTRIBUTION, INC., established 39 years ago, together form the world's largest distributor of U.S. Network (CBS, ABC, NBC and FOX) reality, music and event specials, and are major independent distributors of reality and documentary series, mini-series and made-for-television motion pictures for the U.S. and the international television marketplace. More information is available at www.alfredhaber.com. About the IFL International Fight League™ (IFL) has its headquarters in New York and offices in Las Vegas. For more information about IFL, please see: www.ifl.tv. ---“Fortune may have yet a better success in reserve for you, and they who lose today may win tomorrow.”- Cervantes
Catch the IFL on FSN Sundays at 5 p.m. and LIVE on HDNet on April 4 and May 16
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On Nabaté's TV/Webcast Show Tonight‏

On Nabaté's TV/Webcast Show Tonight‏an interview with one of America's up-and-coming filmmakers, Pete Chatmon. His critically-acclaimed debut feature, 'Premium' has been airing on Showtime and Starz. He's an insightful artist and you'll see why tonight.

Every Wednesday

March 5-Guest: Pete Chatmon, Writer/Producer/Director for Premium
on'So Much to Talk About' @ 9pm (Eastern Time)

Channel 57 (Time Warner-Manhattan Cable)
Channel 84 (RCN-Manhattan Cable)
Streams LIVE: www.mnn.org, click 57/84 link

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DAVID DIAZ HOSTS CHICAGO OPEN WORKOUT TOMORROW THURSDAY, MARCH 6TH— 12NOON, JABB BOXING GYM

CHICAGO, IL, (March 1, 2008)—World Boxing Council Lightweight Champion David Diaz will host his only open workout on Thursday, March 6th at JABB Boxing Gym (410 N. Oakley, Chicago, IL 60612) beginning at 12 NOON CST.

Diaz is currently training for his battle with Ramon Montano set for Saturday, March 15th at Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino in Las Vegas, Nev., which will be broadcast live as part of UNFINISHED BUSINESS, headlined by the highly anticipated rematch of JUAN MANUEL MARQUEZ and MANNY PACQUIAO for the WBC and vacant Ring Magazine Super Featherweight World Championship.


Said Diaz, “The Chicago fight fans and media have always been very supportive and I’m glad to open up my workout to them on Thursday. We had a big crowd at our last one before the Morales fight and it was great to see everyone.”

Chicago native Diaz brings a record of 33-1-1 (17KO’s) into the bout with Las Vegas resident Montano, 14-3. In his last bout, Diaz defended his title in an epic battle against boxing legend Erik Morales on August 4, 2007 at the Allstate Arena in Rosemont, IL, before 10,000 Chicago fight fans.

The fistic debate about which fighter is the best finally will be settled when World Boxing Council (WBC) super featherweight champion JUAN MANUEL MARQUEZ defends his title against three-division world champion MANNY PACQUIAO in a 12-round battle for pound-for-pound supremacy.

Promoted by Top Rank Inc. and Golden Boy Promotions, in association with Romanza Boxing Productions and MP Promotions, Marquez-Pacquiao II will take place Saturday, March 15 at the Mandalay Bay Resort & Casino and will be produced and distributed live by HBO Pay-Per-View beginning at 9 p.m. ET / 6 p.m. PT.


Tickets for Marquez-Pacquiao II,priced at $600, $400, $300, $200 and $100, are on sale at the Mandalay Bay box office and at all Las Vegas Ticketmaster locations (select Smith's Food and Drug Centers, Macy's West at the Fashion Show Mall, and Ritmo Latino). Ticket sales are limited to eight (8) per person. To charge by phone with a major credit card, call Ticketmaster at (702) 474-4000 or Mandalay Bay (702) 632-7580. Tickets are also available for purchase at www.mandalaybay.com or www.ticketmaster.com



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“MIGHTY MIKE” ARNAOUTIS AND VINNY MADDALONE SHARE CENTER STAGE IN MANHATTAN

New York- Joe DeGuardia's Star Boxing will feed the insatiable appetite of the boxing world with a fight card that is too hot to handle, featuring two of Star Boxing's titans in Co-Main Events. “Mighty” Mike Arnaoutis (17-2, 9 KO's) the Pride of Greece, collides with Dominican power puncher Harrison Cuello (15-5, 11 KO's) in a 140-pound contest for the USBA Junior Welterweight Title. As an added attraction fan favorite, heavyweight Vinny Maddalone (28-4, 20KO's) once again steps through the ropes to show all why he is New York's most exciting boxer, All the action takes place on Thursday, March 6th at the Grand Ballroom of The Manhattan Center in New York City,

“I'm thrilled to be able to have two of our fan favorite fighters on the same show” stated Joe DeGuardia, CEO of Star Boxing. “This card will be a signature Star Boxing event, as both will have their fans yelling and flags waving. Ethnic pride always makes for exciting fights. Since Arnaoutis wants another World Title fight and Maddalone always leaves everything in the ring, we expect a FANtastic night of boxing on March 6th” DeGuardia added.

“Mighty” Mike has been thrilling boxing fans for years since turning pro in 2001, and has compiled an impressive record that includes six first-round knockout victories, two of which were against previously undefeated veterans.

Arnaoutis won over thousands of boxing enthusiasts in November of 2006 when fought for the WBO junior welterweight Championship against Ricardo Torres on the undercard of Manny Pacquiao-Erik Morales III. In a fight that rivaled the main event for excitement, Arnaoutis had the crowd on their feet when he put Torres on the canvas in the seventh round from one of his disastrous punches. Arnaoutis continued his onslaught for the remainder of the fight, seemingly winning the Championship of the World that night.

Unfortunately, the split decision went to Torres. Even though two of the judges did not see the close fight in Arnaoutis' favor, “Mighty” Mike had gone up against Torres who had given Miguel Cotto the toughest fight of his career, and it was there that the 28-year old Greek native proved he had the heart of a lion, willing to mix it up with anyone stepping in his way.

In Harrison Cuello, “Mighty” Mike will be facing an opponent with impressive power and stamina. Cuello has experience in both the sweet science and as a kick boxer, and has shown he is willing to take on the best, even on short notice. Last year, Cuello faced former WBA and WBO junior welterweight champion Randall Bailey on two-day's notice, knocked out hot prospect and local favorite Edgar Santana in the third round, bringing an end to Santana's 5-year, 16-fight win streak.

When the bell rings on March 6th, those in attendance will not be surprised to see Arnaoutis and Cuello start the war against each other in the same place it is certain to end: in the middle of the ring.

The fight fans in attendance at the Manhattan Center on the night of March 6th will also be treated to a heavyweight battle with the exciting Vinny Maddalone in the co-main event of the evening. Having been in the ring with the legendary Evander Holyfield and cherished by fans and boxing experts for his wars with Brian Minto, Maddalone is certain to give the fans what they have came to see as none of his knockout victims have ever been past the fifth round. This will be one show you do not want to miss!


STAR BOXING RESERVES THE BEST SEATS FOR YOU!
Consistent with Star Boxing's commitment to providing our loyal fans with the best seats in the house, we have reserved the best seats in every price category $102, $52 and $32. Star Boxing is holding these prime seats exclusively for our mailing list subscribers for 3 days, before being released to the public.

Contact: Dottie Raven- 718-823-2000.
draven@starboxing.com - www.starboxing.com

Tickets are fan friendly priced at $102 Ringside, $52 and $32 General Admission and are available at www.ticketmaster.com or by calling (212) 307-7171 and at all other Ticketmaster outlets. Additionally, tickets can be purchased directly from Star Boxing call (718) 823-2000 or visit http://www.starboxing.com




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