LOS ANGELES– Former lightweight world champion Julio “Kidd” Diaz (34-4, 25 KOs) will face unbeaten David “El Torrito” Torres (20-0, 13 KOs) in a 10 round bout on Wednesday, June 25, from the world famous Playboy Mansion in Beverly Hills, Calif. (ESPN2 11:00 p.m. ET/8:00 p.m. PT).
Diaz, coming off a tough ninth round TKO loss against former lightweight kingpin Juan Diaz, is looking to get back into championship contention with a solid performance over the undefeated Torres.
“It’s all about looking and feeling good,” Diaz said. “I need to settle into my comfort zone early and build momentum from there. I expect to dominate the fight from start to finish.”
Newly signed to Sycuan Ringside Promotions, Henry “Sugar Poo” Buchanan (16-1, 11 KOs) will display his super middleweight skills on national television against Brian Norman (16-7, 4 KOs) in an 8 round fight that precedes Diaz-Torres.
“Fighting on national TV is a big step up for me,” said Buchanan, who is an uncle to San Diego Chargers All-Pro linebacker Shawn Merriman. “There is more pressure to perform well when you’re on ESPN. Fans at home can pick apart your game and give opinions. I want to be able to leave a good impression on the viewers and the fans in attendance.”
Sycuan Ringside Promotions (SRP) of San Diego, Calif. will promote the evening of boxing aptly titled, “Tribal Pride at the Playboy Mansion.”
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ABOUT SYCUAN RINGSIDE PROMOTIONS
Sycuan Ringside Promotions has many notable boxers in its stable, including undefeated former World Boxing Organization junior lightweight champion Joan Guzman, World Boxing Council super bantamweight champion Israel Vazquez, World Boxing Association super bantamweight champion Celestino Caballero, former WBC welterweight champion Carlos Baldomir, former International Boxing Federation lightweight champion Julio Diaz, lightweight sensation Jorge Paez Jr., undefeated cruiserweight prospect Shawn Hawk and once-beaten, super middleweight prospect Henry Buchanan.
Sycuan Ringside Promotions is led by Glenn Quiroga, president; Willie Tucker, executive vice president; and Scott Woodworth, vice president.
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Saturday, June 7, 2008
Meet & mingle with Special V.I.P Guests including: Paulie "Magic Man" Malignaggi, Iran Barklay, and Emile Griffith
Meet & mingle with Special V.I.P Guests including: Paulie "Magic Man" Malignaggi, Iran Barklay, and Emile Griffith. Throughout the night, watch these boxing icons in action in a full-sized projection as we view the highlights of their careers.
Please support by attending. It will be a lot of fun!!!
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Updated MMA/CBS Ratings: Kimbo-Thompson Main Event Delivers 6.5 Million Viewers
THE FINAL 20 MINUTES OF "CBS ELITEXC SATURDAY NIGHT FIGHTS," FEATURING THE MAIN EVENT OF KIMBO SLICE VS. JAMES THOMPSON DELIVERS AN AUDIENCE OF 6.51 MILLION VIEWERS
CBS's Inaugural Mixed Martial Arts Broadcast Dominates Its Time Period In All Key Young Men And Young Adult Demographics With Steady Gains Throughout The Telecast
Key Men Demos Soar in Final 21 Minutes: 4.1 in Men 18-34, 4.0 in Men 18-49,
4.3 in Men 25-54
Ratings for the final 51 minutes of CBS's inaugural CBS ELITEXC SATURDAY NIGHT FIGHTS mixed martial arts broadcast (11:00-11:51 PM, ET/PT), which were unavailable Sunday, delivered an average audience of 6.12 million viewers, according to updated Nielsen live plus same day ratings for Saturday, May 31.
The audience peaked at 6.51 million viewers from 11:30-11:51 PM which featured the night's main event—Kimbo Slice's victory over James Thompson.
Among key men demographics, the broadcast peaked from 11:30-11:51 PM with a 4.1 rating in men 18-34, 4.0 rating in men 18-49 and 4.3 rating in men 25-54.
The addition of the final 51 minutes lifted ratings for the entire broadcast. CBS ELITEXC SATURDAY NIGHT FIGHTS (S) (9:00-11:51 PM) delivered a 3.0/06 with 4.85m viewers, 2.2/07 in both adults 25-54 and adults 18-49, 2.3/09 in adults 18-34, 3.1/09in men 25-54, 3.0/10 in men 18-49 and 3.2/12 in men 18-34. In the 9:00-11:00 PM time slot, CBS was first in the adults and men demographics, second in both households and viewers.
Compared to CBS's 9:00-11:00 PM regularly scheduled programming on Saturday during the 2007-08 season, CBS was up +16% in adults 25-54 (from 1.9/05), +57% in adults 18-49 (from 1.4/04), +156% in adults 18-34 (from 0.9/03), +121% in men 25-54 (from 1.4/04), +173% in men 18-49 (from 1.1/03) and +357% in men 18-34 (from 0.7/03).
CBS also saw half-hour gains in viewers, adult and men demographics throughout the broadcast:
Adults Men Adults Men Adults Men Viewers
25-54 25-54 18-49 18-49 18-34 18-34
9 PM 1.4 1.9 1.4 1.9 1.5 2.1 3.38m
9:30 PM 1.6 2.2 1.6 2.2 1.7 2.4 3.66m
10 PM 2.2 3.0 2.1 2.6 2.1 3.0 4.68m
10:30 PM 2.6 3.6 2.5 3.5 2.7 3.8 5.53m
11 PM 2.8 3.8 2.6 3.6 2.7 3.8 5.84m
11:30 PM 3.1 4.3 3.0 4.0 3.1 4.1 6.51m
SHOWTIME will rebroadcast the event on Friday, June 13 (11:00 PM, ET/PT).
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Duddy returns June 28th in Boston Headlining “Hassle In The Castle”
NEW YORK– Undefeated world middleweight contender “Ireland’s” John Duddy returns to the ring June 28 with a new head trainer in his corner, Pat Burns, in the 10-round main event against Charles Howe, headlining “Hassle In The Castle” at The Castle in Boston.
Duddy (24-0, 17 KOs), a native of County Derry in N. Ireland, lives and fights out of Queens, New York. He is rated No. 2 by the WBC and No. 3 by the WBO, as well as No. 5 by the WBA and No. 10 by the IBF. Burns trained Jermain Taylor to the world middleweight title. Howe (17-4-2, 9 KOs), fighting out of Ohio, is coming off of the only loss in his last 14 fights, dating back nearly eight years, to WBC USNBC champion Joey Gilbert in their title fight last September.
“We’re returning to Boston out of appreciation to all of his fans there,” Irish Ropes Promotions president Eddie McLoughlin said. “John has a lot of friends in Boston and he sold out The Castle 2 ½ years ago when he beat Julio Jean. There are a lot of Irish and Irish-Americans living there and we’ve received countless requests to return. We’re excited to be coming back on June 28 and John will be fighting for the first time with Pat Burns as his head trainer.”
South Boston middleweight Donald Orr (12-0, 5 KOs), 2000 Canadian Olympian, is scheduled to fight in the 8-round co-feature. On the undercard against opponents to be determined are Worcester (MA) middleweight prospect Edwin Rodriguez (6-0, 5 KOs), 2-time U.S. National amateur champion, faces his stiffest test to date in Marcus Upshaw (8-1, 3 KOs); Boston by way of Clare, Ireland cruiserweight Mark Clancy (7-0-1, 1 KO), 4-time Irish National amateur finalist; Lynn (MA) junior welterweight Simeon Dunwell (7-0, 2 KOs) and Philadelphia super featherweight Frank Trader (1-0, 0 KOs). All bouts and fighters are subject to change.
Tickets are priced at $50.00 $75.00 and $100.00 and are available at The Kells (Jerry Quinn – 617.733.4535) in Allston, Porter Belly’s (Sean McCormack and Past O’Sullivan – 617.254.3300) in Brighton, Shenanigans Bar & Grill (Shay Harris – 617.269.9509) in South Boston, and The Banshee Pub (617.436.9747). Tickets are also available at the usual Irish Ropes outlets in New York City and by going on line at www.irishropes.com. Doors open at 6:30 PM/ET, first bout at 7:30 PM/ET.
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No Holds Barred: Tom Atencio on Affliction and Donald Trump, Kid Peligro on Jiu-Jitsu World Championships, Vernon Forrest
No Holds Barred: Tom Atencio on Affliction and Donald Trump, Kid Peligro on Jiu-Jitsu World Championships, Vernon Forrest
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On this edition of No Holds Barred, host Eddie Goldman begins by discussing the changed business climate for mixed martial arts following the ratings success of last Saturday’s EliteXC show on CBS.
In light of this, we covered the news conference Thursday in New York, where it was announced that the Affliction mixed martial arts promotion (http://www.afflictionclothing.com/banned/) and real estate mogul Donald Trump had entered into a partnership, with Trump buying an equity stake in Affliction. The inaugural Affliction show takes place Saturday, July 19, at the Honda Center in Anaheim, California, and will be shown in the U.S. on pay-per-view.
We got a brief comment from Trump about why he chose to invest in Affliction, and spoke with Tom Atencio, vice president of Affliction, about the company's business plans, as well as their intention of creating unified MMA championships by working with the new sanctioning body, WAMMA (http://www.gowamma.com/).
This Saturday night, June 7, WBC super welterweight champion Vernon Forrest (40-2, 29 KOs) will defend his title against Sergio Mora (20-0-1, 5 KOs) from "The Contender" series. This fight takes place at the Mohegan Sun in Uncasville, Conn., and will be shown in the U.S. on Showtime. We spoke with Vernon Forrest Thursday afternoon at a New York news conference about this fight and what to expect in it.
Also this busy weekend, the 2008 World Jiu-Jitsu Championships, better known as the Mundials, take place beginning Thursday, June 5, and running through Sunday, June 8, at the Walter Pyramid on the campus of California State University Long Beach in Long Beach, California. This event is organized by the International Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Federation (http://ibjjf.org/).
To preview the Mundials, we spoke with our colleague Kid Peligro, a senior editor of the ADCC News (http://adcombat.com/) and a correspondent on our show. In a lengthy discussion, Kid offered his picks for the favorites in the weight classes in the men's and women's black belt divisions, as well as the absolutes. We also discussed the critical role of grappling in the mixed martial arts.
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The No Holds Barred theme song is called "The Heist", by musician Ian Carpenter (http://iancarpenter.com/).
Make sure to check out my regular weekly boxing show SecondsOut Radio, at http://www.secondsout.com/radio/. On this week's edition of SecondsOut Radio, we preview two major title fights taking place this coming Saturday, June 7. On that date, WBC super welterweight champion Vernon Forrest (40-2, 29 KOs) defends his title against Sergio Mora (20-0-1, 5 KOs) from "The Contender" series. This fight takes place at the Mohegan Sun in Uncasville, Conn., and will be shown in the U.S. on Showtime. We spoke with both Vernon Forrest and Sergio Mora on a media teleconference call this past week about what to expect in this fight. Vernon Forrest also discussed his role as a promoter, and offered a highly critical appraisal of the fighters who have come from "The Contender". Also on June 7, middleweight champion Kelly Pavlik (33-0, 29 KOs) of Youngstown, Ohio, will defend his title against mandatory challenger Gary Lockett (30-1, 21 KOs) of Cwbran, Wales. This fight takes place at Boardwalk Hall in Atlantic City, New Jersey, and will be shown in the U.S. on HBO. At the kickoff news conference, we spoke with both Kelly Pavlik and Gary Lockett about this fight. It is free to listen to SecondsOut Radio, but you must register to gain access to it. Just click here, http://www.secondsout.com/radio/, and listen, learn, and enjoy.
Make sure to check out my regular articles on the ADCC News at http://www.adcombat.com and on FightBeat.com at http://fightbeat.com.
No Holds Barred is free to listen to and is sponsored by:
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Gladiator Challenge (http://gladiatorchallenge.com/), shaking up the mixed martial arts world since 1999, and now with 30 shows per year. For more news and info, check out their web site, GladiatorChallenge.com (http://gladiatorchallenge.com/).
BJJMart.com (http://bjjmart.com), your premier source for all Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu gear, videos, books, and much more.
Gladiator Magazine (http://gladmag.com/), for in-depth coverage of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, submission grappling, and MMA, as well as lifestyle articles on surfing, cars, movies, and more. Gladiator Magazine is available at any major bookstore and online at BJJMart.com (http://bjjmart.com) or Jiu Jitsu Pro Gear (http://jiujitsuprogear.com/).
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On this edition of No Holds Barred, host Eddie Goldman begins by discussing the changed business climate for mixed martial arts following the ratings success of last Saturday’s EliteXC show on CBS.
In light of this, we covered the news conference Thursday in New York, where it was announced that the Affliction mixed martial arts promotion (http://www.afflictionclothing.com/banned/) and real estate mogul Donald Trump had entered into a partnership, with Trump buying an equity stake in Affliction. The inaugural Affliction show takes place Saturday, July 19, at the Honda Center in Anaheim, California, and will be shown in the U.S. on pay-per-view.
We got a brief comment from Trump about why he chose to invest in Affliction, and spoke with Tom Atencio, vice president of Affliction, about the company's business plans, as well as their intention of creating unified MMA championships by working with the new sanctioning body, WAMMA (http://www.gowamma.com/).
This Saturday night, June 7, WBC super welterweight champion Vernon Forrest (40-2, 29 KOs) will defend his title against Sergio Mora (20-0-1, 5 KOs) from "The Contender" series. This fight takes place at the Mohegan Sun in Uncasville, Conn., and will be shown in the U.S. on Showtime. We spoke with Vernon Forrest Thursday afternoon at a New York news conference about this fight and what to expect in it.
Also this busy weekend, the 2008 World Jiu-Jitsu Championships, better known as the Mundials, take place beginning Thursday, June 5, and running through Sunday, June 8, at the Walter Pyramid on the campus of California State University Long Beach in Long Beach, California. This event is organized by the International Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Federation (http://ibjjf.org/).
To preview the Mundials, we spoke with our colleague Kid Peligro, a senior editor of the ADCC News (http://adcombat.com/) and a correspondent on our show. In a lengthy discussion, Kid offered his picks for the favorites in the weight classes in the men's and women's black belt divisions, as well as the absolutes. We also discussed the critical role of grappling in the mixed martial arts.
Also, No Holds Barred is available through iTunes at http://phobos.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/viewPodcast?id=150801513&s=143441.
The show is in MP3 format, so may take some time to download.
The No Holds Barred theme song is called "The Heist", by musician Ian Carpenter (http://iancarpenter.com/).
Make sure to check out my regular weekly boxing show SecondsOut Radio, at http://www.secondsout.com/radio/. On this week's edition of SecondsOut Radio, we preview two major title fights taking place this coming Saturday, June 7. On that date, WBC super welterweight champion Vernon Forrest (40-2, 29 KOs) defends his title against Sergio Mora (20-0-1, 5 KOs) from "The Contender" series. This fight takes place at the Mohegan Sun in Uncasville, Conn., and will be shown in the U.S. on Showtime. We spoke with both Vernon Forrest and Sergio Mora on a media teleconference call this past week about what to expect in this fight. Vernon Forrest also discussed his role as a promoter, and offered a highly critical appraisal of the fighters who have come from "The Contender". Also on June 7, middleweight champion Kelly Pavlik (33-0, 29 KOs) of Youngstown, Ohio, will defend his title against mandatory challenger Gary Lockett (30-1, 21 KOs) of Cwbran, Wales. This fight takes place at Boardwalk Hall in Atlantic City, New Jersey, and will be shown in the U.S. on HBO. At the kickoff news conference, we spoke with both Kelly Pavlik and Gary Lockett about this fight. It is free to listen to SecondsOut Radio, but you must register to gain access to it. Just click here, http://www.secondsout.com/radio/, and listen, learn, and enjoy.
Make sure to check out my regular articles on the ADCC News at http://www.adcombat.com and on FightBeat.com at http://fightbeat.com.
No Holds Barred is free to listen to and is sponsored by:
IFL, the International Fight League (http://ifl.tv/), the world's first professional mixed martial arts league. Make sure to check out their regular TV shows on FSN (Fox Sports Net) (http://msn.foxsports.com/story/1636002) in the U.S., and to check your local listings for dates and times. Check out the IFL web site (http://ifl.tv/), for a listing of IFL live events and their TV schedule, at http://ifl.tv/TV-Schedule.html.
Gladiator Challenge (http://gladiatorchallenge.com/), shaking up the mixed martial arts world since 1999, and now with 30 shows per year. For more news and info, check out their web site, GladiatorChallenge.com (http://gladiatorchallenge.com/).
BJJMart.com (http://bjjmart.com), your premier source for all Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu gear, videos, books, and much more.
Gladiator Magazine (http://gladmag.com/), for in-depth coverage of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, submission grappling, and MMA, as well as lifestyle articles on surfing, cars, movies, and more. Gladiator Magazine is available at any major bookstore and online at BJJMart.com (http://bjjmart.com) or Jiu Jitsu Pro Gear (http://jiujitsuprogear.com/).
FightBeat.com (http://fightbeat.com/), for news, results, interviews, and free exclusive videos from the worlds of boxing and mixed martial arts.
Thanks, Eddie Goldman
No Holds Barred blog
http://nhbnews.blogspot.com/
No Holds Barred podcast
http://nhbnews.podomatic.com/
The Boxing Standard
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No Holds Barred on MySpace
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Enjoy!
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DAVID DIAZ QUIETLY CELEBRATES BIRTHDAY THIS WEEKEND IN CHICAGO
CHICAGO, IL- World Boxing Council Lightweight Champion David Diaz will quietly celebrate his 32nd birthday on Saturday as he prepares for his title defense against boxing superstar Manny Pacquiao.
Said Diaz, "It will probably be just a late lunch out with my wife and
two boys. Usually my extended family and my friends get together and we have a larger party but this year its different because of my training and preparation for the fight. God willing, if all goes well, we can have a larger celebration after the fight June 28th in Las Vegas."
Diaz is currently training in Chicago for his world title defense against THE MEXICUTIONER set for Saturday, June 28th at the Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino in Las Vegas, Nevada
Diaz regularly updates his blog with the Chicago Sun-Times with more information on the fight and his training. The blog can be viewed at www.sun-times/com/sports/boxing.
Additional information can also be viewed at his website www.diazboxing.com and at www.toprank.com
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MONTELL GRIFFIN FIGHTS IN CHICAGO ON JUNE 20TH
CHICAGO, IL- “Nine years is a long time to be fighting out of town, I’m thrilled to be fighting at home on June 20th” said former world champion,
Montell “ICE” Griffin after a training session in his native Chicago.
‘I’ve been on the road for while and it’s nice that my kids and family can come see me fight in Chicago,” continued Griffin who was tutored by the legendary Eddie Futch.
Griffin, 48-7 with 30 knockouts over his illustrious 15 year career, will battle Baltimore native Corey Cummings, 16-2 (12KO’s) in a ten round light heavyweight bout at FEARLESS, an evening of world class professional boxing presented by Dominic Pesoli’s Productions, 8 Count Productions, HOME OF THE BEST IN CHICAGO BOXING, on Friday, June 20th at the Aragon Ballroom.
Tickets for FEARLESS are on sale now through Ticketmaster (www.ticketmaster) and the 8 Count Production offices at 312-226-5800. The Aragon Ballroom is located at 1106 W. Lawrence Ave. Doors for this event will open at 5:30pm with the first bell at 6:30pm.
About the current status of his career, Griffin was candid, “I know the deal at this point. I want to get to 50 wins and another shot at the world title. I’m training for Cummings like I would for a world title fight, there is absolutely no way I’m going into this fight at anything less than 100%. Hopefully a win here puts me in line for a bigger fight”, said the 1992 US Olympian.
In regards to the some of his biggest battles of his career including the DQ win over Roy Jones Jr., the wins over James Toney and controversial Rico Hoye decision loss Griffin said, “I never got the credit for the win over Roy because he got DQ’ed. The scores were close at the time of the stoppage and I believe I would have won if the fight had gone 12.
When I fought Toney in 1995 he was coming off the loss to Roy Jones. I beat him and folks said it was a fluke, so I beat him again the following year.
Against Rico Hoye everyone who watched that fight on Showtime saw what happened. It was a waste of time having to fight him and then not get the title shot against Clinton Woods.”
Said promoter Dominic Pesoli about Griffin, ‘I’m proud to have him on our card on June 20th. He’s been a great fighter for many years and Chicago fight fans are in for a real treat in seeing him fight.”
Headlining FEARLESS is an outstanding bantamweight clash as world ranked Alex Valdez, 20-2-1 (15KO’s), of Ciudad Obregon, Sonora, Mexico battles Accra, Ghana native Anyetei Laryea, 17-4 (8KO’s) over ten rounds. Valdez is currently ranked # 4 by the WBC, #7 by the WBO, # 10 by the IBF and # 15 by WBA.
In the co-main event, Salinas, California super bantamweight Alejandro Perez, 12-0-1 (7KO’s) squares off against Mexico City’s Adolfo Landeros, 17-10-1 (8KO’s) in a scheduled eight rounder.
On the outstanding under card, Chicago favorite Ivan Popoca, 6-0-1 (5KO’s) will face Khristian Geraci, 3-2-1 (2KO’s) in a six round welterweight bout. Also on the undercard, Michigan native Frederico Flores Jr. 4-2 (2KO’s) faces Chicagoan Gustavo Palacios, 2-3 (1KO’s) over four rounds.
Rounding out the card is a four round junior lightweight battle between Chicago native Juan Bailon, 2-0 (1KO) and Mexico’s Gerardo Alarcon, 0-1.
Along with Dominic Pesoli's 8 Count Productions and Bob Arum’s Top Rank Incorporated, FEARLESS is presented by TCF Bank, Tecate Beer and AeroMexico, Mexico’s premier airline travel headquarters. The SOLO BOXEO TECATE broadcast will be viewed in 42 US markets and 70 foreign countries.
The Master of Ceremonies for the evening will be Lupe Contreras, the internationally recognized voice of Latino boxing.
8 Count Productions was started by Dominic Pesoli in 1998 and has consistently presented the highest quality professional boxing events in Chicagoland. In 2003, Pesoli along with former featherweight contender Mike Garcia opened JABB Boxing Gym, a 6,000 square foot venue dedicated to the finest Chicagoland boxers of all talent levels.
To view the seating chart and poster for this event or for more information on 8 Count Productions and JABB Boxing Gym, please visit www.8countproductions.com and www.jabbboxinggym.com
For more information on Bob Arum’s Top Rank Incorporated, please visit
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“Pito” Cardona out of fight, going in CES Ring of Honor
HARTFOR– Hartford’s popular boxer Israel “Pito” Cardona injured his elbow, forcing him to withdraw from his scheduled June 13th fight against Jason Pires, but promoter Jimmy Burchfield has announced that Cardona will be inducted into the CES Ring of Honor during a special ceremony mid-way through the “Connecticut Conquest” pro boxing card at the Connecticut Convention Center in Hartford.
Promoter Jimmy Burchfield, president of Classic Entertainment and Sports, Inc. (CES), established the CES Ring of Honor in 2005 in order to pay respect to inductees for their special accomplishments and contributions to New England boxing. Charter members include 5-time world champion Vinny “The Pazmanian Devil” Paz, former WBA and WBC welterweight title-holder Marlon “Magic Man” Starling, and 3-time The Ring Fighter of the Year (2001-2003) participant “Irish” Micky Ward. Other CES Ring of Honor members include former 3-time world champion “El Gallo” Jose Antonio Rivera, world light heavyweight contender “Iceman” John Scully, “Sucra” Ray Oliveira, famed Connecticut trainer Johnny Dukes, and 2008 U.S. Olympian Demetrious “Boo Boo” Andrade. The last inductee was the late, great Rocky Marciano.
“Connecticut Conquest,” promoted by Jimmy Burchfield’s Classic Entertainment and Sports, Inc., (CES) will be taped live and air Saturday, June 14 at 8 PM/ET on CN8,The Comcast Network, as well as Friday, June 20 at 8 PM/ET on Cox Sports Television.
WBC World Youth featherweight champion Matt “Sharp Shooter” Remillard (11-0, 7 KOs), fighting out of nearby Manchester and recently named the NABF Top Prospect of the Year, headlines in his first title defense versus Mexican challenger Jose Magallon in the 10-round main event.
“He is one of the most exciting fighters in modern New England boxing history,” Burchfield spoke about Cardona. “Coming up, ‘Pito’ was a very entertaining television fighter. He has been a tremendous role model to Latinos in the Hartford area, He could also knockout an opponent at anytime, whether he was winning or losing. ‘Pito’ Cardona very much deserves to be in the CES Ring of Honor.”
Cardona (36-9, 28 KOs) most significant victory was a third-round stoppage of “Mighty” Ivan Robinson (23-1) for the USBA lightweight championship. In his previous bout, Robinson had lost the IBF welterweight belt to Philip Holiday and three fights after his loss to Cardona, Ivan beat Arturo “Thunder” Gatti for the first of two times in their 1998 Ring Magazine Fight of the Year.
“Pito,” who also captured the IBO super featherweight and light welterweight titles, as well as the NABF lightweight crown, lost his only major world title fight to undefeated Paul “The Pittsburgh Kid” Spadafora (26-0) won a 12-round decision for the vacant IBF lightweight championship.
“It’s a great honor to be inducted into the CES Ring of Honor and to be considered in the same class as great fighters like Vinny Paz, Jose Antonio Rivera, John Scully, Ray Oliveria and all of the others,” Cardona commented. I wish I was fighting but my left is my weapon and I injured my left elbow. I’m still going to have fun on June 13th and I’ll be supporting by CES teammates in my hometown. I go way back with Jimmy and I thank him for this honor. I hope all of my friends, family and fans will be there supporting me.”
Unbeaten Hartford heavyweight Tony “TNT” Grano (13-0-1, 11 KOs), 2005 U.S. Nationals champion, is in the 8-round co-feature against an opponent to be announced. Former USBA super bantamweight title-holder Pires (20-3, 9 KOs), now a fulltime New Bedford (MA) police officer, returns to the ring in a 6-round junior welterweight bout after a five-year absence.
The newest member of the CES stable, former world middleweight title challenger Kingsley “Sharp Knuckle” Ikeke (23-3, 13 KOs), makes his CES debut in a six-round super middleweight clash. Ikeke is a former NABF, NABO, NBA and WBC FECARBOX middleweight champion.
Others fighting on the undercard include Hartford favorite and prison guard, junior welterweight Addy Irizarry (4-2, 2 KOs), coming off a very close loss by decision in Germany, undefeated, top super middleweight prospect Brian Macy (3-0, 1 KO), of Ledyard (CT), the 2000 National PAL amateur champion and University of Connecticut graduate vs. Adrian Redmond (3-5-1, 3 KOs).
Tickets are on sale now. The $150.00, $100.00 and $55.00 tickets have been sold out. Limited $35.00 (VIP Bronze) and $80.00 (VIP Gold) tickets are still available. To purchase tickets go to or call CES (401.724.2253/2254), Connecticut Convention Center (860.249.000), Manchester PAL (860.645.6261), Willy’s Gym (860.614.2281), Connecticut Restorations (860.528.6800), Strikezone Gym (860.444.2845), L.A. Boxing Gym (860.221.5987) and 401 Boxing (401.261.9800).
For more information call CES (401.724.2253/2254), the Connecticut Convention Center (860.249.6000), or go on line at www.cesboxing.com. Doors open at 6 PM/ET, first bout 7 PM/ET.
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Promoter Jimmy Burchfield, president of Classic Entertainment and Sports, Inc. (CES), established the CES Ring of Honor in 2005 in order to pay respect to inductees for their special accomplishments and contributions to New England boxing. Charter members include 5-time world champion Vinny “The Pazmanian Devil” Paz, former WBA and WBC welterweight title-holder Marlon “Magic Man” Starling, and 3-time The Ring Fighter of the Year (2001-2003) participant “Irish” Micky Ward. Other CES Ring of Honor members include former 3-time world champion “El Gallo” Jose Antonio Rivera, world light heavyweight contender “Iceman” John Scully, “Sucra” Ray Oliveira, famed Connecticut trainer Johnny Dukes, and 2008 U.S. Olympian Demetrious “Boo Boo” Andrade. The last inductee was the late, great Rocky Marciano.
“Connecticut Conquest,” promoted by Jimmy Burchfield’s Classic Entertainment and Sports, Inc., (CES) will be taped live and air Saturday, June 14 at 8 PM/ET on CN8,The Comcast Network, as well as Friday, June 20 at 8 PM/ET on Cox Sports Television.
WBC World Youth featherweight champion Matt “Sharp Shooter” Remillard (11-0, 7 KOs), fighting out of nearby Manchester and recently named the NABF Top Prospect of the Year, headlines in his first title defense versus Mexican challenger Jose Magallon in the 10-round main event.
“He is one of the most exciting fighters in modern New England boxing history,” Burchfield spoke about Cardona. “Coming up, ‘Pito’ was a very entertaining television fighter. He has been a tremendous role model to Latinos in the Hartford area, He could also knockout an opponent at anytime, whether he was winning or losing. ‘Pito’ Cardona very much deserves to be in the CES Ring of Honor.”
Cardona (36-9, 28 KOs) most significant victory was a third-round stoppage of “Mighty” Ivan Robinson (23-1) for the USBA lightweight championship. In his previous bout, Robinson had lost the IBF welterweight belt to Philip Holiday and three fights after his loss to Cardona, Ivan beat Arturo “Thunder” Gatti for the first of two times in their 1998 Ring Magazine Fight of the Year.
“Pito,” who also captured the IBO super featherweight and light welterweight titles, as well as the NABF lightweight crown, lost his only major world title fight to undefeated Paul “The Pittsburgh Kid” Spadafora (26-0) won a 12-round decision for the vacant IBF lightweight championship.
“It’s a great honor to be inducted into the CES Ring of Honor and to be considered in the same class as great fighters like Vinny Paz, Jose Antonio Rivera, John Scully, Ray Oliveria and all of the others,” Cardona commented. I wish I was fighting but my left is my weapon and I injured my left elbow. I’m still going to have fun on June 13th and I’ll be supporting by CES teammates in my hometown. I go way back with Jimmy and I thank him for this honor. I hope all of my friends, family and fans will be there supporting me.”
Unbeaten Hartford heavyweight Tony “TNT” Grano (13-0-1, 11 KOs), 2005 U.S. Nationals champion, is in the 8-round co-feature against an opponent to be announced. Former USBA super bantamweight title-holder Pires (20-3, 9 KOs), now a fulltime New Bedford (MA) police officer, returns to the ring in a 6-round junior welterweight bout after a five-year absence.
The newest member of the CES stable, former world middleweight title challenger Kingsley “Sharp Knuckle” Ikeke (23-3, 13 KOs), makes his CES debut in a six-round super middleweight clash. Ikeke is a former NABF, NABO, NBA and WBC FECARBOX middleweight champion.
Others fighting on the undercard include Hartford favorite and prison guard, junior welterweight Addy Irizarry (4-2, 2 KOs), coming off a very close loss by decision in Germany, undefeated, top super middleweight prospect Brian Macy (3-0, 1 KO), of Ledyard (CT), the 2000 National PAL amateur champion and University of Connecticut graduate vs. Adrian Redmond (3-5-1, 3 KOs).
Tickets are on sale now. The $150.00, $100.00 and $55.00 tickets have been sold out. Limited $35.00 (VIP Bronze) and $80.00 (VIP Gold) tickets are still available. To purchase tickets go to or call CES (401.724.2253/2254), Connecticut Convention Center (860.249.000), Manchester PAL (860.645.6261), Willy’s Gym (860.614.2281), Connecticut Restorations (860.528.6800), Strikezone Gym (860.444.2845), L.A. Boxing Gym (860.221.5987) and 401 Boxing (401.261.9800).
For more information call CES (401.724.2253/2254), the Connecticut Convention Center (860.249.6000), or go on line at www.cesboxing.com. Doors open at 6 PM/ET, first bout 7 PM/ET.
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Unbeaten heavyweight prospect Tony “TNT” Grano in toughest test vs. Leroy Childs
(Larry Johnson and Tony Grano)
HARTFORD– Unbeaten Hartford heavyweight prospect Tony “TNT’ Grano, one of New England’s most popular fighters, steps up in class June 13th when he takes on Missouri knockout artist Leroy Childs in the 8-round co-feature on “Connecticut Conquest” at the Connecticut Convention Center in Hartford.
NABF Top Prospect of the Year, WBC World Youth featherweight champion Matt “Sharp Shooter” Remillard (11-0, 7 KOs), fighting out of nearby Manchester, headlines in his first title defense versus Mexican challenger Jose Magallon in the 10-round main event.
“Connecticut Conquest,” promoted by Jimmy Burchfield’s Classic Entertainment and Sports, Inc., (CES) will be taped live and air Saturday, June 14 at 8 PM/ET on CN8,The Comcast Network, as well as Friday, June 20 at 8 PM/ET on Cox Sports Television.
Grano (13-0-1, 11 KOs), 2005 U.S. Nationals champion, faces his toughest test in Childs (13-1, 12 KOs), who has stopped 12 of his 13 career victims.
“Childs can really hurt people,” CES president Jimmy Burchfield noted. “This will be Tony’s toughest fight of his career and you have to give him and his team a lot of credit for accepting the challenge to fight Childs. Team Grano wants to make an impact in the heavyweight division, starting with his June 13th fight against Childs. What better way to do it than fighting a very tough opponent at home in front of his family, friends and fans? I know they can’t help him in the ring, but Tony will take care of that himself.”
Hartford’s popular boxer Israel “Pito” Cardona injured his elbow, forcing him to withdraw from his scheduled June 13th fight against Jason Pires, but former world title challenger Cardona will be inducted into the CES Ring of Honor during a special ceremony. Former USBA super bantamweight title-holder Pires (20-3, 9 KOs), now a fulltime New Bedford (MA) police officer, returns to the ring in a 6-round junior welterweight bout after a five-year absence.
The newest member of the CES stable, former world middleweight title challenger Kingsley “Sharp Knuckle” Ikeke (23-3, 13 KOs), makes his CES debut in a six-round super middleweight clash. Ikeke is a former NABF, NABO, NBA and WBC FECARBOX middleweight champion.
Others fighting on the undercard include Hartford favorite and prison guard, junior welterweight Addy Irizarry (4-2, 2 KOs), coming off a very close loss by decision in Germany, undefeated, top super middleweight prospect Brian Macy (3-0, 1 KO), of Ledyard (CT), the 2000 National PAL amateur champion and University of Connecticut graduate vs. Adrian Redmond (3-5-1, 3 KOs).
Tickets are on sale now. The $150.00, $100.00 and $55.00 tickets have been sold out. Limited $35.00 (VIP Bronze) and $80.00 (VIP Gold) tickets are still available. To purchase tickets go to or call CES (401.724.2253/2254), Connecticut Convention Center (860.249.000), Manchester PAL (860.645.6261), Willy’s Gym (860.614.2281), Connecticut Restorations (860.528.6800), Strikezone Gym (860.444.2845), L.A. Boxing Gym (860.221.5987) and 401 Boxing (401.261.9800).
For more information call CES (401.724.2253/2254), the Connecticut Convention Center (860.249.6000), or go on line at www.cesboxing.com. Doors open at 6 PM/ET, first bout 7 PM/ET.
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New Partnership: Trump in Affliction's Corner, Arlovski added to “Affliction Banned” MMA Show July 19 PPV show in Anaheim
MANHATTAN, NEW YORK- Affliction, the premier fashion label for men who love hard rock and fast living, pulled out its Trump card today when the company officially announced its partnership with Donald J. Trump at a press conference held in Trump Tower. Trump addressed the press and outlined his involvement with Affliction and their entry into the world of professional mixed-martial-arts (MMA) with its first event named, “Affliction Banned,” scheduled for July 19, 2008 at the Honda Center in Anaheim, California in association with Roy Englebrecht Events.
“We are very excited to be partnering with the most recognized and accomplished business mogul in the world,” Affliction vice president Tom Atencio said. “Trump is a true visionary who shares our belief in the future of MMA.”
“I have been a fan of professional sports since childhood, and I am particularly impressed by the athleticism, courage, and strength of these disciplined athletes,” Donald J. Trump remarked. “This particular sport resembles my business style of being fast paced, strategic, and aggressive…remembering to never give up. I am particularly excited to partner with Affliction and become a major player in promotion of MMA; the youngest and fastest growing sport to emerge in the last century.”
“I’ve been a big fan of fighting for years, going back to when Mike Tyson was in his heyday, and ‘The Battle of the Billionaires’ was the biggest wrestling event of all-time,” Trump continued. “July 19th will be an amazing event. MMA is exploding.”
It was also announced today that former UFC® heavyweight champion Andrei “The Pitbull” Arlovski has officially signed to fight former IFL® heavyweight title-holder “Big” Ben Rothwell. The match has been added to the already star studded July 19th MMA show on pay-per-view.
“I’m excited about participating in this new promotion with all of these great fighters,” Arlovski called in to say. “I’m looking forward to fighting Ben Rothwell.”
“Affliction Banned” will be headlined by the much-anticipated return of Russian heavyweight superstar and former undisputed PRIDE® champion Fedor “The Last Emperor” Emelianenko (27-1) in association with M-1, against former 2-time UFC® heavyweight title-holder Tim “The Maine-iac” Sylvia (24-4), fighting out of Iowa by way of his native Maine.
“Affliction Banned” will be distributed on Pay-Per-View and air live (9 PM/ET, 6 PM/PT) on cable and satellite viewing in the USA and Canada via iN DEMAND, TVN, Shaw Communications, Viewer’s Choice Canada, DirecTV, DISH Network, Bell ExpressVue and Star Choice for a suggested retail price of $39.95. The telecast will be available in both standard and high definition television.
In 2005, Arlovski beat Sylvia (SUB1) for the Interim heavyweight title (champion Frank Mir was injured in a motorcycle accident) and Andrei followed with successful Interim title defenses against Justin Eilers (TKO1) and Paul Buentello (KO1). Arlovski was promoted from interim to undisputed heavyweight champion on December 8, 2005 when Mir wasn’t fully recovered from a motorcycle injury. The Belarus-native Arlovski now lives in and fights out of Chicago.
The exciting All-World undercard is stacked with Josh “The Baby Faced Assassin” Barnett (22-5), of Seattle, facing-off stateside for the first time in two years in a grudge match against the only opponent to ever knock him out, Brazilian strongman Pedro “The Rock” Rizzo (16-7); three-time All-America wrestler Mike Whitehead (20-5), of Salt Lake City, takes on Brazilian sensation Renato “Babalu” Sobral (29-7), of Costa Mesa, California; 2000 Olympic wrestling silver medalist Matt “The Law” Lindland (20-5), of Oregon City, battles Brazilian favorite Fabio “Negao” Nascimento (8-3).
Tickets for “Affliction Banned,” ranging between $50.00 and $1,000.00, are on sale at the Honda Center box office and also online at Ticketmaster.com.
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CHICAGO, IL- World Boxing Council Lightweight Champion David Diaz will take a break from training for his title defense against boxing superstar Manny Pacquiao to give the commencement address at Carl Von Linne Elementary School in Chicago on Monday, June 9th.
Diaz is currently training in Chicago for his world title defense against THE MEXICUTIONER set for Saturday, June 28th at the Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino in Las Vegas, Nevada
Diaz was honored to be asked, "Linne was a terrific school that I graduated from before attending high school. The teachers I had, some of who are still there, were outstanding. I'm honored to be chosen to give the commencement speech and look forward to addressing the eighth grade graduates on Monday."
Diaz has updated his blog with the Chicago Sun-Times with more information on the graduation speech and his training. The blog can be viewed at www.sun-times/com/sports/boxing.
Additional information can also be viewed at his website www.diazboxing.com and at www.toprank.com
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Joe DeGuardia's Star Boxing appoints Kevin Rooney Jr., Director, Media Relations
Bronx, NY- Joe DeGuardia, President of Star Boxing announced today, the appointment of Kevin Rooney Jr., Director of Media Relations.
Rooney, a 2006 graduate of Fordham University, is no stranger to the boxing world being the son of world renowned trainer Kevin Rooney and godson of 6-time world champion Vinny Pazienza. In addition to Kevin Jr.'s work with Kevin Sr. and the world renowned Cus D'Amato Boxing Club, Jr. has also worked on several high profile boxing events in his young career.
"It's an honor to be joining the Star Boxing team." stated Rooney. "In the past few years Star has become a serious force throughout the boxing world. I look to add to that success, and keep moving Star in the direction of becoming one of the elite Promotional Companies in boxing. I have a great team around me and we have some very exciting world rated contenders and young prospects that I am looking forward to working with.
"We are excited to add Kevin Rooney Jr. to the Star Boxing team. Kevin's background and experience make him a great addition to our growing staff," said Star Boxing CEO Joe DeGuardia.
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Rooney, a 2006 graduate of Fordham University, is no stranger to the boxing world being the son of world renowned trainer Kevin Rooney and godson of 6-time world champion Vinny Pazienza. In addition to Kevin Jr.'s work with Kevin Sr. and the world renowned Cus D'Amato Boxing Club, Jr. has also worked on several high profile boxing events in his young career.
"It's an honor to be joining the Star Boxing team." stated Rooney. "In the past few years Star has become a serious force throughout the boxing world. I look to add to that success, and keep moving Star in the direction of becoming one of the elite Promotional Companies in boxing. I have a great team around me and we have some very exciting world rated contenders and young prospects that I am looking forward to working with.
"We are excited to add Kevin Rooney Jr. to the Star Boxing team. Kevin's background and experience make him a great addition to our growing staff," said Star Boxing CEO Joe DeGuardia.
Star Boxing
About Star Boxing
Star Boxing has been in operation since 1992. Star Boxing's stable features world-class athletes and has consistently brought credibility, integrity, and exciting fights to the boxing industry.
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ELITEXC RETURNS TO SHOWTIME WITH BACK-TO-BACK FIGHT NIGHTS Friday, June 13, “CBS EliteXC Saturday Night Fights” Replay on SHOWTIME (11 p.m. ET/PT);
Saturday, June 14, LIVE at 10 p.m. ET/PT from Honolulu, EliteXC Lightweight Championship - Noons vs. Edwards - Headlines Five-Fight Telecast
NEW YORK– EliteXC will return to SHOWTIME with back-to-back mixed martial arts telecasts beginning Friday, June 13, at 11 p.m. ET/PT with a replay of the May 31 landmark MMA event, “CBS EliteXC Saturday Night Fights.”
Each of the five fights that made up the CBS broadcast will be shown in their entirety on SHOWTIME, including the impressive performance by Gina Carano, the thrilling EliteXC middleweight title brawl between champion Robbie Lawler and Scott Smith, and the main event of Kimbo Slice against James Thompson.
The following evening, Saturday, June 14, LIVE from Honolulu, Hawaii, EliteXC will present a five-fight telecast on SHOWTIME at 10 p.m. ET/PT (delayed on the west coast) highlighted by an EliteXC lightweight title fight pitting defending champion K.J. Noons of San Diego, Calif., against Yves Edwards of Houston, Texas. The four other televised fights include the world-class Nick Diaz against the dangerous Muhsin Corbbrey, Rafael Feijao against Wayne Cole, Murilo “Ninja” Rua against Tony Bonello, and Dave Herman against Ron Waterman.
For more information on these and other SHOWTIME Sports telecasts, please visit www.SHO.com/sports. A complete schedule of upcoming SHOWTIME Sports telecasts follows.
SHOWTIME CHAMPIONSHIP BOXING
Date:
Saturday, June 7, 2008
Start Time:
9 p.m. ET/PT
Main Event:
Vernon Forrest (40-2, 29 KOs) vs. Sergio Mora (20-0-1, 5 KOs) – WBC Super Welterweight Title, 12 Rounds
Co-Feature Event:
Carlos Quintana (25-1, 19 KOs) vs. Paul Williams (33-1, 24 KOs) – WBO Welterweight Title Rematch, 12 Rounds
Promoter(s):
Gary Shaw Productions and Fight Nite, LLC, in association with Tournament of Contenders, LLC; DiBella Entertainment; Northeast Promotions; and Goossen Tutor Promotions
Venue:
Mohegan Sun, Uncasville, Conn.
EliteXC Replay May 31 EliteXC on SHOWTIME
Date:
Friday, June 13, 2008
Start Time:
11 p.m. ET/PT
Main Event:
Kimbo Slice vs. James Thompson
Co-Feature Bouts:
Robbie Lawler vs. Scott Smith – EliteXC Middleweight Title
Gina Carano vs. Kaitlin Young
Phil Baroni vs. Joe Villasenor
Jon Murphy vs. Brett Rogers
Promoter(s):
EliteXC
Venue:
Prudential Center – Newark, NJ
EliteXC
Date:
Saturday, June 14, 2008
Start Time:
10 p.m. ET/PT
Main Event:
K.J. Noons vs. Yves Edwards – EliteXC Lightweight Title
Co-Feature Bouts:
Nick Diaz vs. Muhsin Corbbrey
Murilo “Ninja” Rua vs. Tony Bonello
Dave Herman vs. Ron Waterman
Rafael Feijao vs. Wayne Cole
Promoter(s):
EliteXC
Venue:
Neal S. Blaisdell Center – Honolulu, HI
SHOBOX
Date:
Friday, June 20, 2008
Start Time:
11 p.m. ET/PT
Main Event:
Andre Ward (15-0, 10 KOs) vs. Jerson Ravelo (18-2, 12 KOs) – Super Middleweights, 12 Rounds
Co-Feature:
Ronald Hearns (18-0, 14 KOs) vs. Jose Luis Gonzalez (12-3-1, 10 KOs) – Junior Middleweights, 10 Rounds
Highlights ONLY:
Eddie Chambers (30-1, 16 KOs) vs. Raphael Butler (31-4, 24 KOs) – Heavyweights, 10 Rounds
Promoter(s):
Goossen Tutor Promotions
Venue:
Grand Cayman Island
SHOWTIME CHAMPIONSHIP BOXING
Date:
Saturday, June 21, 2008
Start Time:
9 p.m. ET/PT
Main Event:
Arthur Abraham (26-0, 26 KOs) vs. Edison Miranda II (30-2, 26 KOs) –166 pounds (Catchweight), 12 Rounds
Co-Feature:
Giovanni Lorenzo (26-0, 18 KOs) vs. Raul Marquez (41-3, 29 KOs) – IBF Middleweight Title Eliminator, 12 Rounds
Promoter(s):
Seminole Warriors Boxing and Sauerland Event in association with The Seminole Tribe of Florida
Venue:
Hard Rock Live – Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino – Hollywood, Fla.
SHOBOX SPECIAL EDITION
Date:
Saturday, July 5, 2008
Start Time:
11 p.m. ET/PT
Main Event:
Ricardo Torres (31-1, 28 KOs) vs. Kendall Holt (23-3, 12 KOs) – WBO Junior Welterweight Title Rematch, 12 Rounds
Co-Feature:
Lamont Peterson (26-0, 19 KOs) vs. TBD – Lightweights, 10 Rounds
Promoter(s):
Top Rank, Inc.
Venue:
Planet Hollywood, Las Vegas
SHOWTIME CHAMPIONSHIP BOXING
Date:
Saturday, August 2, 2008
Start Time:
9 p.m. ET/PT
Main Event:
Dimitri Kirilov (29-3-1, 9 KOs) vs. Vic Darchinyan (29-1-1, 23 KOs) – IBF Super Flyweight Title, 12 rounds
Co-Feature Event:
TBD
Promoter(s):
Cedric Kushner Promotions, Inc.
Venue:
TBD
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NEW YORK– EliteXC will return to SHOWTIME with back-to-back mixed martial arts telecasts beginning Friday, June 13, at 11 p.m. ET/PT with a replay of the May 31 landmark MMA event, “CBS EliteXC Saturday Night Fights.”
Each of the five fights that made up the CBS broadcast will be shown in their entirety on SHOWTIME, including the impressive performance by Gina Carano, the thrilling EliteXC middleweight title brawl between champion Robbie Lawler and Scott Smith, and the main event of Kimbo Slice against James Thompson.
The following evening, Saturday, June 14, LIVE from Honolulu, Hawaii, EliteXC will present a five-fight telecast on SHOWTIME at 10 p.m. ET/PT (delayed on the west coast) highlighted by an EliteXC lightweight title fight pitting defending champion K.J. Noons of San Diego, Calif., against Yves Edwards of Houston, Texas. The four other televised fights include the world-class Nick Diaz against the dangerous Muhsin Corbbrey, Rafael Feijao against Wayne Cole, Murilo “Ninja” Rua against Tony Bonello, and Dave Herman against Ron Waterman.
For more information on these and other SHOWTIME Sports telecasts, please visit www.SHO.com/sports. A complete schedule of upcoming SHOWTIME Sports telecasts follows.
SHOWTIME CHAMPIONSHIP BOXING
Date:
Saturday, June 7, 2008
Start Time:
9 p.m. ET/PT
Main Event:
Vernon Forrest (40-2, 29 KOs) vs. Sergio Mora (20-0-1, 5 KOs) – WBC Super Welterweight Title, 12 Rounds
Co-Feature Event:
Carlos Quintana (25-1, 19 KOs) vs. Paul Williams (33-1, 24 KOs) – WBO Welterweight Title Rematch, 12 Rounds
Promoter(s):
Gary Shaw Productions and Fight Nite, LLC, in association with Tournament of Contenders, LLC; DiBella Entertainment; Northeast Promotions; and Goossen Tutor Promotions
Venue:
Mohegan Sun, Uncasville, Conn.
EliteXC Replay May 31 EliteXC on SHOWTIME
Date:
Friday, June 13, 2008
Start Time:
11 p.m. ET/PT
Main Event:
Kimbo Slice vs. James Thompson
Co-Feature Bouts:
Robbie Lawler vs. Scott Smith – EliteXC Middleweight Title
Gina Carano vs. Kaitlin Young
Phil Baroni vs. Joe Villasenor
Jon Murphy vs. Brett Rogers
Promoter(s):
EliteXC
Venue:
Prudential Center – Newark, NJ
EliteXC
Date:
Saturday, June 14, 2008
Start Time:
10 p.m. ET/PT
Main Event:
K.J. Noons vs. Yves Edwards – EliteXC Lightweight Title
Co-Feature Bouts:
Nick Diaz vs. Muhsin Corbbrey
Murilo “Ninja” Rua vs. Tony Bonello
Dave Herman vs. Ron Waterman
Rafael Feijao vs. Wayne Cole
Promoter(s):
EliteXC
Venue:
Neal S. Blaisdell Center – Honolulu, HI
SHOBOX
Date:
Friday, June 20, 2008
Start Time:
11 p.m. ET/PT
Main Event:
Andre Ward (15-0, 10 KOs) vs. Jerson Ravelo (18-2, 12 KOs) – Super Middleweights, 12 Rounds
Co-Feature:
Ronald Hearns (18-0, 14 KOs) vs. Jose Luis Gonzalez (12-3-1, 10 KOs) – Junior Middleweights, 10 Rounds
Highlights ONLY:
Eddie Chambers (30-1, 16 KOs) vs. Raphael Butler (31-4, 24 KOs) – Heavyweights, 10 Rounds
Promoter(s):
Goossen Tutor Promotions
Venue:
Grand Cayman Island
SHOWTIME CHAMPIONSHIP BOXING
Date:
Saturday, June 21, 2008
Start Time:
9 p.m. ET/PT
Main Event:
Arthur Abraham (26-0, 26 KOs) vs. Edison Miranda II (30-2, 26 KOs) –166 pounds (Catchweight), 12 Rounds
Co-Feature:
Giovanni Lorenzo (26-0, 18 KOs) vs. Raul Marquez (41-3, 29 KOs) – IBF Middleweight Title Eliminator, 12 Rounds
Promoter(s):
Seminole Warriors Boxing and Sauerland Event in association with The Seminole Tribe of Florida
Venue:
Hard Rock Live – Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino – Hollywood, Fla.
SHOBOX SPECIAL EDITION
Date:
Saturday, July 5, 2008
Start Time:
11 p.m. ET/PT
Main Event:
Ricardo Torres (31-1, 28 KOs) vs. Kendall Holt (23-3, 12 KOs) – WBO Junior Welterweight Title Rematch, 12 Rounds
Co-Feature:
Lamont Peterson (26-0, 19 KOs) vs. TBD – Lightweights, 10 Rounds
Promoter(s):
Top Rank, Inc.
Venue:
Planet Hollywood, Las Vegas
SHOWTIME CHAMPIONSHIP BOXING
Date:
Saturday, August 2, 2008
Start Time:
9 p.m. ET/PT
Main Event:
Dimitri Kirilov (29-3-1, 9 KOs) vs. Vic Darchinyan (29-1-1, 23 KOs) – IBF Super Flyweight Title, 12 rounds
Co-Feature Event:
TBD
Promoter(s):
Cedric Kushner Promotions, Inc.
Venue:
TBD
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No Holds Barred: Natily Blair aka Ginger Snap on Roller Derby
No Holds Barred: Natily Blair aka Ginger Snap on Roller Derby
http://nhbnews.podOmatic.com/entry/2008-06-06T16_01_26-07_00
On this special edition of No Holds Barred, host Eddie Goldman begins a discussion of one of the fastest-growing sports in America: roller derby.
Many may remember the popular roller derby television shows of past decades. Those shows, however, featured a staged version of this sport.
In recent years, however, roller derby has been revived as a real sport, and mainly among women. Real competition is organized through the Women's Flat Track Derby Association (http://wftda.com/), which has several dozen leagues as members.
Among those leagues is the Gotham Girls Roller Derby league, based in New York City, and a skater-owned and operated organization (http://www.gothamgirlsrollerderby.com/).
To introduce our listeners to this new wave of roller derby and to understand its history and development, we spoke with Natily Blair (http://www.natilyblair.com/), the president of the Gotham Girls Roller Derby. While this league puts on real bouts, the athletes in it use humorous monikers to add to the sport's entertainment value. Thus, when Natily Blair competes, she is known as Ginger Snap.
This Saturday, June 7, at the Hunter College Sportsplex in Manhattan, the next bout in the league's 2008 season takes place. The Bronx Gridlock, who were the 2007 league champions, open their season by facing the Brooklyn Bombshells. Natily Blair aka Ginger Snap skates for the Bronx Gridlock.
In this lengthy discussion, Natily Blair traces the history of roller derby in America, explains its rules and objectives and why she considers it to be a combat sport, tells us what to expect at this Saturday night's bout, and more.
Also, No Holds Barred is available through iTunes at http://phobos.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/viewPodcast?id=150801513&s=143441.
The show is in MP3 format, so may take some time to download.
The No Holds Barred theme song is called "The Heist", by musician Ian Carpenter (http://iancarpenter.com/).
Make sure to check out my regular weekly boxing show SecondsOut Radio, at http://www.secondsout.com/radio/. On this week's edition of SecondsOut Radio, we preview two major title fights taking place this coming Saturday, June 7. On that date, WBC super welterweight champion Vernon Forrest (40-2, 29 KOs) defends his title against Sergio Mora (20-0-1, 5 KOs) from "The Contender" series. This fight takes place at the Mohegan Sun in Uncasville, Conn., and will be shown in the U.S. on Showtime. We spoke with both Vernon Forrest and Sergio Mora on a media teleconference call this past week about what to expect in this fight. Vernon Forrest also discussed his role as a promoter, and offered a highly critical appraisal of the fighters who have come from "The Contender". Also on June 7, middleweight champion Kelly Pavlik (33-0, 29 KOs) of Youngstown, Ohio, will defend his title against mandatory challenger Gary Lockett (30-1, 21 KOs) of Cwbran, Wales. This fight takes place at Boardwalk Hall in Atlantic City, New Jersey, and will be shown in the U.S. on HBO. At the kickoff news conference, we spoke with both Kelly Pavlik and Gary Lockett about this fight. It is free to listen to SecondsOut Radio, but you must register to gain access to it. Just click here, http://www.secondsout.com/radio/, and listen, learn, and enjoy.
Make sure to check out my regular articles on the ADCC News at http://www.adcombat.com and on FightBeat.com at http://fightbeat.com.
No Holds Barred is free to listen to and is sponsored by:
IFL, the International Fight League (http://ifl.tv/), the world's first professional mixed martial arts league. Make sure to check out their regular TV shows on FSN (Fox Sports Net) (http://msn.foxsports.com/story/1636002) in the U.S., and to check your local listings for dates and times. Check out the IFL web site (http://ifl.tv/), for a listing of IFL live events and their TV schedule, at http://ifl.tv/TV-Schedule.html.
Gladiator Challenge (http://gladiatorchallenge.com/), shaking up the mixed martial arts world since 1999, and now with 30 shows per year. For more news and info, check out their web site, GladiatorChallenge.com (http://gladiatorchallenge.com/).
BJJMart.com (http://bjjmart.com), your premier source for all Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu gear, videos, books, and much more.
Gladiator Magazine (http://gladmag.com/), for in-depth coverage of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, submission grappling, and MMA, as well as lifestyle articles on surfing, cars, movies, and more. Gladiator Magazine is available at any major bookstore and online at BJJMart.com (http://bjjmart.com) or Jiu Jitsu Pro Gear (http://jiujitsuprogear.com/).
FightBeat.com (http://fightbeat.com/), for news, results, interviews, and free exclusive videos from the worlds of boxing and mixed martial arts.
Thanks, Eddie Goldman
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No Holds Barred podcast
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http://nhbnews.podOmatic.com/entry/2008-06-06T16_01_26-07_00
On this special edition of No Holds Barred, host Eddie Goldman begins a discussion of one of the fastest-growing sports in America: roller derby.
Many may remember the popular roller derby television shows of past decades. Those shows, however, featured a staged version of this sport.
In recent years, however, roller derby has been revived as a real sport, and mainly among women. Real competition is organized through the Women's Flat Track Derby Association (http://wftda.com/), which has several dozen leagues as members.
Among those leagues is the Gotham Girls Roller Derby league, based in New York City, and a skater-owned and operated organization (http://www.gothamgirlsrollerderby.com/).
To introduce our listeners to this new wave of roller derby and to understand its history and development, we spoke with Natily Blair (http://www.natilyblair.com/), the president of the Gotham Girls Roller Derby. While this league puts on real bouts, the athletes in it use humorous monikers to add to the sport's entertainment value. Thus, when Natily Blair competes, she is known as Ginger Snap.
This Saturday, June 7, at the Hunter College Sportsplex in Manhattan, the next bout in the league's 2008 season takes place. The Bronx Gridlock, who were the 2007 league champions, open their season by facing the Brooklyn Bombshells. Natily Blair aka Ginger Snap skates for the Bronx Gridlock.
In this lengthy discussion, Natily Blair traces the history of roller derby in America, explains its rules and objectives and why she considers it to be a combat sport, tells us what to expect at this Saturday night's bout, and more.
Also, No Holds Barred is available through iTunes at http://phobos.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/viewPodcast?id=150801513&s=143441.
The show is in MP3 format, so may take some time to download.
The No Holds Barred theme song is called "The Heist", by musician Ian Carpenter (http://iancarpenter.com/).
Make sure to check out my regular weekly boxing show SecondsOut Radio, at http://www.secondsout.com/radio/. On this week's edition of SecondsOut Radio, we preview two major title fights taking place this coming Saturday, June 7. On that date, WBC super welterweight champion Vernon Forrest (40-2, 29 KOs) defends his title against Sergio Mora (20-0-1, 5 KOs) from "The Contender" series. This fight takes place at the Mohegan Sun in Uncasville, Conn., and will be shown in the U.S. on Showtime. We spoke with both Vernon Forrest and Sergio Mora on a media teleconference call this past week about what to expect in this fight. Vernon Forrest also discussed his role as a promoter, and offered a highly critical appraisal of the fighters who have come from "The Contender". Also on June 7, middleweight champion Kelly Pavlik (33-0, 29 KOs) of Youngstown, Ohio, will defend his title against mandatory challenger Gary Lockett (30-1, 21 KOs) of Cwbran, Wales. This fight takes place at Boardwalk Hall in Atlantic City, New Jersey, and will be shown in the U.S. on HBO. At the kickoff news conference, we spoke with both Kelly Pavlik and Gary Lockett about this fight. It is free to listen to SecondsOut Radio, but you must register to gain access to it. Just click here, http://www.secondsout.com/radio/, and listen, learn, and enjoy.
Make sure to check out my regular articles on the ADCC News at http://www.adcombat.com and on FightBeat.com at http://fightbeat.com.
No Holds Barred is free to listen to and is sponsored by:
IFL, the International Fight League (http://ifl.tv/), the world's first professional mixed martial arts league. Make sure to check out their regular TV shows on FSN (Fox Sports Net) (http://msn.foxsports.com/story/1636002) in the U.S., and to check your local listings for dates and times. Check out the IFL web site (http://ifl.tv/), for a listing of IFL live events and their TV schedule, at http://ifl.tv/TV-Schedule.html.
Gladiator Challenge (http://gladiatorchallenge.com/), shaking up the mixed martial arts world since 1999, and now with 30 shows per year. For more news and info, check out their web site, GladiatorChallenge.com (http://gladiatorchallenge.com/).
BJJMart.com (http://bjjmart.com), your premier source for all Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu gear, videos, books, and much more.
Gladiator Magazine (http://gladmag.com/), for in-depth coverage of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, submission grappling, and MMA, as well as lifestyle articles on surfing, cars, movies, and more. Gladiator Magazine is available at any major bookstore and online at BJJMart.com (http://bjjmart.com) or Jiu Jitsu Pro Gear (http://jiujitsuprogear.com/).
FightBeat.com (http://fightbeat.com/), for news, results, interviews, and free exclusive videos from the worlds of boxing and mixed martial arts.
Thanks, Eddie Goldman
No Holds Barred blog
http://nhbnews.blogspot.com/
No Holds Barred podcast
http://nhbnews.podomatic.com/
The Boxing Standard
http://boxingstandard.com/
No Holds Barred on MySpace
http://www.myspace.com/nhbnews
Enjoy!
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MOONSTONE PROMOTIONS PRESENTS, MAYHEM XII: GLOBAL MAYHEM; An Evening of Muay Thai Kickboxing, The Only Full-Combat Fighting That's Still Legal in NY
Media Contact Adam Weiss at 917-863-1155 for ringside passes and fighter interviews
e-mail at fivepointsmuaythai@gmail.com
ROSELAND BALLROOM
239 W 52nd St. New York, NY 10019
VIP and Ticket Information at (212) 226-4474 or info@5pointsfitness.com
THURSDAY JUNE 12, 2008 6:30 PM
The Roseland Ballroom will take on an international flair in an evening of Global Mayham as Muay Thai kickboxers from all over the world go at it in both amateur and professional bouts, including two World Boxing League title Fights and matches between the most sought-after female martial artists fighting today.
Muay Thai fighting is the nation's hottest fitness sensation and is heating up the Big Apple with championship matches featuring some of the world's toughest women and men, as well as lessons, training, and the popular "bouts between spouses" at the Five Points Fitness Academy, sponsor of Global Mayham XII.
Headlining the evening will be a match between two of the most famous professional women kickboxers in the world: Five Point's own Emily Bearden and Christine Toledo of Las Vegas. The ladies are fierce fighters and are set to show North America what real Muay Thai fighting is all about.
In an Intercontinental Super Middleweight Title Match, Sean Hinds of the United State will take on Russia's Sergey Kopachev. Also on the card will be Holland's Naoufal El-Hamchaoui vs. Shinichi "Condor" Oono of Japan in an Intercontinental Junior Middleweight Title Match.
"New York has become the national focal point for Muay Thai kickboxing, a martial art with origins in the ancient battlefield tactics of the Siamese, or Thai, army," explained Five Points gym co-owner Kevin McGrath. "The popularity of Muay Thai is exploding here in the city and nationwide with people enjoying its aggressive workouts, championship fights, and opportunities to go at it with a partner."
Other bouts include:
Amateur:
Chris Tran (Weapons 9) v. Omar Ahmed (Sitan Gym) (135 lbs.)
Brett Havalick (TheWat/USA) vs Valintin Boridin (Borindins Gym/USA) (165lb
Gaius Ebratt (Five Points) v. Kingsley Opuku (Sitan Gym) (158 lbs.)
Andy Singh (Extreme Muay Thai/USA) v. Daizen "Dragon" Tatsunuma (Japan) (118.8)
Rima Sidhu (Five Points/USA) v. Karla Benitez (Venezuela) (118.8)
Eddie Martinez (Five Points/USA) v. Shinjuku Matsunaga (Japan) (147)
Professional:
Emily Bearden (Five Points/USA) v. Christine Toledo (Las Vegas/USA) (115)
Phanuwat "Coke" Chunhawat (Thailand) v. Delon Carrilho (Holland) (135)
Natalie Fuz (Five Points/USA) vs Casey Borhman (Cool Hearts/USA) (147) Welterweight
WBL Intercontinental Super Middleweight Title Match:
Sean Hinds (The Wat/USA) v. Sergey Kopachev (Russia) (165)
Naoufal El-Hamchaoui (Holland) v. Shinichi "Condor" Oono (Japan) (130)
WBL Intercontinental Junior Middleweight Title Match:
Ra'Karma Young (Cheetah Academy/USA) v. Yavous Kayabasi (Holland) (154)
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Honorable Keisha Morrisey http://www.keishamorrisey.com
©®™ 2007, 2008 All photos by "EL Boxing Empress" Keisha Morrisey- Empire Morrisey Studios, for Bloodline Boxing Communications Entertainment and Starlite Boxing's Sweetscience Magnews-Online Publication all rights reserved
e-mail at fivepointsmuaythai@gmail.com
ROSELAND BALLROOM
239 W 52nd St. New York, NY 10019
VIP and Ticket Information at (212) 226-4474 or info@5pointsfitness.com
THURSDAY JUNE 12, 2008 6:30 PM
The Roseland Ballroom will take on an international flair in an evening of Global Mayham as Muay Thai kickboxers from all over the world go at it in both amateur and professional bouts, including two World Boxing League title Fights and matches between the most sought-after female martial artists fighting today.
Muay Thai fighting is the nation's hottest fitness sensation and is heating up the Big Apple with championship matches featuring some of the world's toughest women and men, as well as lessons, training, and the popular "bouts between spouses" at the Five Points Fitness Academy, sponsor of Global Mayham XII.
Headlining the evening will be a match between two of the most famous professional women kickboxers in the world: Five Point's own Emily Bearden and Christine Toledo of Las Vegas. The ladies are fierce fighters and are set to show North America what real Muay Thai fighting is all about.
In an Intercontinental Super Middleweight Title Match, Sean Hinds of the United State will take on Russia's Sergey Kopachev. Also on the card will be Holland's Naoufal El-Hamchaoui vs. Shinichi "Condor" Oono of Japan in an Intercontinental Junior Middleweight Title Match.
"New York has become the national focal point for Muay Thai kickboxing, a martial art with origins in the ancient battlefield tactics of the Siamese, or Thai, army," explained Five Points gym co-owner Kevin McGrath. "The popularity of Muay Thai is exploding here in the city and nationwide with people enjoying its aggressive workouts, championship fights, and opportunities to go at it with a partner."
Other bouts include:
Amateur:
Chris Tran (Weapons 9) v. Omar Ahmed (Sitan Gym) (135 lbs.)
Brett Havalick (TheWat/USA) vs Valintin Boridin (Borindins Gym/USA) (165lb
Gaius Ebratt (Five Points) v. Kingsley Opuku (Sitan Gym) (158 lbs.)
Andy Singh (Extreme Muay Thai/USA) v. Daizen "Dragon" Tatsunuma (Japan) (118.8)
Rima Sidhu (Five Points/USA) v. Karla Benitez (Venezuela) (118.8)
Eddie Martinez (Five Points/USA) v. Shinjuku Matsunaga (Japan) (147)
Professional:
Emily Bearden (Five Points/USA) v. Christine Toledo (Las Vegas/USA) (115)
Phanuwat "Coke" Chunhawat (Thailand) v. Delon Carrilho (Holland) (135)
Natalie Fuz (Five Points/USA) vs Casey Borhman (Cool Hearts/USA) (147) Welterweight
WBL Intercontinental Super Middleweight Title Match:
Sean Hinds (The Wat/USA) v. Sergey Kopachev (Russia) (165)
Naoufal El-Hamchaoui (Holland) v. Shinichi "Condor" Oono (Japan) (130)
WBL Intercontinental Junior Middleweight Title Match:
Ra'Karma Young (Cheetah Academy/USA) v. Yavous Kayabasi (Holland) (154)
Starlite Boxing's Sweetscience The Video Channel Online http://www.youtube.com/ELEmpress1
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SHOT OF THE DAY-Tomasz Adamek in Chicago
Photo Courtesy/8 Count Productions
Chicago was the location of two of Adamek's biggest wins as he battled Paul Briggs in 2005 and 2006 in legendary bouts, each of which were "Fight of the Year" candidates. Adamek won the vacant WBC light heavyweight title by beating Briggs on May 21, 2005 and successfully defended it in the rematch with him on October 7, 2006.
Said Adamek, "I'm thrilled to be back in Chicago. The fans here were very supportive during my fights with Paul Briggs. I feel much stronger at cruiserweight and look forward to facing Gary Gomez on Friday, July 11th at the Aragon Ballroom."
The co-main event was also announced today as Chicago based Polish prospect Andrzej Fonfara will battle Derrick "Superman" Findley of Gary, IL in an eight round middleweight bout.
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EL Boxing Empress Keisha Morrisey's Myspace http://www.myspace.com/Keishadivine
Honorable Keisha Morrisey http://www.keishamorrisey.com
©®™ 2007, 2008 All photos by "EL Boxing Empress" Keisha Morrisey- Empire Morrisey Studios, for Bloodline Boxing Communications Entertainment and Starlite Boxing's Sweetscience Magnews-Online Publication all rights reserved
Chicago was the location of two of Adamek's biggest wins as he battled Paul Briggs in 2005 and 2006 in legendary bouts, each of which were "Fight of the Year" candidates. Adamek won the vacant WBC light heavyweight title by beating Briggs on May 21, 2005 and successfully defended it in the rematch with him on October 7, 2006.
Said Adamek, "I'm thrilled to be back in Chicago. The fans here were very supportive during my fights with Paul Briggs. I feel much stronger at cruiserweight and look forward to facing Gary Gomez on Friday, July 11th at the Aragon Ballroom."
The co-main event was also announced today as Chicago based Polish prospect Andrzej Fonfara will battle Derrick "Superman" Findley of Gary, IL in an eight round middleweight bout.
Starlite Boxing's Sweetscience The Video Channel Online http://www.youtube.com/ELEmpress1
EL Boxing Empress Keisha Morrisey's Myspace http://www.myspace.com/Keishadivine
Honorable Keisha Morrisey http://www.keishamorrisey.com
©®™ 2007, 2008 All photos by "EL Boxing Empress" Keisha Morrisey- Empire Morrisey Studios, for Bloodline Boxing Communications Entertainment and Starlite Boxing's Sweetscience Magnews-Online Publication all rights reserved
Thursday, June 5, 2008
Free Clinic With Coach Chertow
Ken Chertow's Gold Medal Training Camp System
Upcoming June Camp Locations
Texas
Wisconsin
Florida
North Carolina
Indiana
Ohio
Chicagoland Area
New York
Pennsylvania
At many of our camp locations we offer multi-week Super Gold options with free, safe transportation provided between locations.
We offer double camp discounts at all locations. Register now and save $100 off your second camp fee.
For more information about our multi-week options please click here.
The Olympic Trials will be held June 13-15, 2008 at the Thomas & Mack Center on the campus of the University of Nevada, Las Vegas.
Coach Chertow's Olympic Trials Memory ...
"When I went away to college, my mom gave me a good luck card that said, "Don't settle for being good...when you dream of being great!" I kept that card on my dresser throughout college. I even took it with me to the Olympic Trials in Florida, and I still remember vividly reading it multiple times before I would leave my hotel room to go to the arena for sessions. My mom's words of encouragement definitely helped me live my dreams and make our Olympic Team."
Clinic At Olympic Trials
Coach Chertow, a USA Olympian will be conducting a free clinic at 3:00 on June 15th.
Be sure to check out the Gold Medal Training Camp table at FanFest where Coach Chertow will be signing posters and available to answer questions about camp.
Starlite Boxing's Sweetscience The Video Channel Online http://www.youtube.com/ELEmpress1
EL Boxing Empress Keisha Morrisey's Myspace http://www.myspace.com/Keishadivine
Honorable Keisha Morrisey http://www.keishamorrisey.com
©®™ 2007, 2008 All photos by "EL Boxing Empress" Keisha Morrisey- Empire Morrisey Studios, for Bloodline Boxing Communications Entertainment and Starlite Boxing's Sweetscience Magnews-Online Publication all rights reserved
Upcoming June Camp Locations
Texas
Wisconsin
Florida
North Carolina
Indiana
Ohio
Chicagoland Area
New York
Pennsylvania
At many of our camp locations we offer multi-week Super Gold options with free, safe transportation provided between locations.
We offer double camp discounts at all locations. Register now and save $100 off your second camp fee.
For more information about our multi-week options please click here.
The Olympic Trials will be held June 13-15, 2008 at the Thomas & Mack Center on the campus of the University of Nevada, Las Vegas.
Coach Chertow's Olympic Trials Memory ...
"When I went away to college, my mom gave me a good luck card that said, "Don't settle for being good...when you dream of being great!" I kept that card on my dresser throughout college. I even took it with me to the Olympic Trials in Florida, and I still remember vividly reading it multiple times before I would leave my hotel room to go to the arena for sessions. My mom's words of encouragement definitely helped me live my dreams and make our Olympic Team."
Clinic At Olympic Trials
Coach Chertow, a USA Olympian will be conducting a free clinic at 3:00 on June 15th.
Be sure to check out the Gold Medal Training Camp table at FanFest where Coach Chertow will be signing posters and available to answer questions about camp.
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“THE CONTENDER” WINNER SERGIO MORA MEDIA WORKOUT QUOTES; From Latin Snake Training Gym, Montebello, California
Sergio Mora participated in a recent media workout as he winds down preparations for the biggest fight of his career against Vernon Forrest (40-2, 29 KOs) for his WBC super welterweight title Saturday, June 7, on SHOWTIME CHAMPIONSHIP BOXING (9 p.m. ET/PT delayed on the west coast).
Photo credits: Joe Miranda/SHOWTIME
Mora (20-0-1, five KOs), of Los Angeles, won “The Contender” television series on Oct. 15, 2005, with an entertaining and hard-fought split decision over Peter Manfredo, Jr. The fight with Forrest is exactly what Mora has been aiming for and should prove to be his toughest challenge to date.
As part of a world championship doubleheader on SHOWTIME, the evening will kick off when Carlos Quintana (25-1, 19 KOs) looks to defend his newly acquired WBO welterweight belt against the boxer he dethroned, the previously unbeaten Paul Williams (33-1, 24 KOs). The Quintana-Williams bout is a rematch of a WBO welterweight title fight that Quintana won in a shocking upset on Feb. 9, 2008.
The fights, which will take place at the Mohegan Sun in Uncasville, Conn., will be promoted by Gary Shaw Productions, LLC, and Fight Nite, LLC, in association with Tournament of Contenders, LLC, DiBella Entertainment, Goossen Tutor Promotions and Northeast Promotions.
SERGIO MORA
“After my last two performances, I was really down. I needed the motivation. Forrest has provided me with the motivation I needed. I have learned not to take things for granted.”
“This is maybe my fifth or sixth fight out of 21 that I have been completely motivated.”
“Forrest is an old lion and a cagey veteran. He is a smaller Bernard Hopkins. He has all the tools in the book. He has all the punches.”
“Last year was a lost year for me. Boxing is stressful. Even if you want to fight, sometimes promoters and business matters get in the way. Boxing is mental, physical and spiritual. It takes more than training. It takes handling your personal life.”
“I had some off years. I was going to get to this position (fighting for a world title) even without ‘The Contender.’ Boxing needed some fresh blood. Now, it is my time.”
“I just need to prove myself. You have to roll with the punches. I don’t care what people say. I don’t care what critics say.”
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Photo credits: Joe Miranda/SHOWTIME
Mora (20-0-1, five KOs), of Los Angeles, won “The Contender” television series on Oct. 15, 2005, with an entertaining and hard-fought split decision over Peter Manfredo, Jr. The fight with Forrest is exactly what Mora has been aiming for and should prove to be his toughest challenge to date.
As part of a world championship doubleheader on SHOWTIME, the evening will kick off when Carlos Quintana (25-1, 19 KOs) looks to defend his newly acquired WBO welterweight belt against the boxer he dethroned, the previously unbeaten Paul Williams (33-1, 24 KOs). The Quintana-Williams bout is a rematch of a WBO welterweight title fight that Quintana won in a shocking upset on Feb. 9, 2008.
The fights, which will take place at the Mohegan Sun in Uncasville, Conn., will be promoted by Gary Shaw Productions, LLC, and Fight Nite, LLC, in association with Tournament of Contenders, LLC, DiBella Entertainment, Goossen Tutor Promotions and Northeast Promotions.
SERGIO MORA
“After my last two performances, I was really down. I needed the motivation. Forrest has provided me with the motivation I needed. I have learned not to take things for granted.”
“This is maybe my fifth or sixth fight out of 21 that I have been completely motivated.”
“Forrest is an old lion and a cagey veteran. He is a smaller Bernard Hopkins. He has all the tools in the book. He has all the punches.”
“Last year was a lost year for me. Boxing is stressful. Even if you want to fight, sometimes promoters and business matters get in the way. Boxing is mental, physical and spiritual. It takes more than training. It takes handling your personal life.”
“I had some off years. I was going to get to this position (fighting for a world title) even without ‘The Contender.’ Boxing needed some fresh blood. Now, it is my time.”
“I just need to prove myself. You have to roll with the punches. I don’t care what people say. I don’t care what critics say.”
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Showtime Fighters Wear Lakers, Celtics Jerseys at N.Y. Press Conf.
Sergio Mora (left) of Los Angeles and Vernon Forrest (right) of Atlanta, make their pro basketball allegiances known Thursday during a press conference at Gallagher’s Steak House in New York City. Forrest (donning the No. 24 Lakers away jersey) will defend his WBC super welterweight world title against Mora (sporting the No. 5 Celtics home jersey) this Saturday live at 9 p.m. ET/PT on SHOWTIME.
For the record, both fighters predict that the series will “go the distance” and end in seven games. Mora likes his hometown team, the Lakers, while Forrest, believes that the Celtics will take home pro basketball’s ultimate trophy.
“The Celtics have more star players and a better bench,” Forrest said.
“Both teams have a tradition of greatness and rivalry,” Mora said. “However, the Lakers have youth, a hot bench and are destined to win.”
(From left) Carlos Quintana, Sergio Mora, Vernon Forrest and Paul Williams pose during a press conference Thursday at Gallagher’s Steak House in New York City. To kick off the world championship doubleheader this Saturday on SHOWTIME, Quintana will attempt to retain his WBO welterweight belt against Williams, the boxer he dethroned in February.
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©®™ 2007, 2008 All photos by "EL Boxing Empress" Keisha Morrisey- Empire Morrisey Studios, for Bloodline Boxing Communications Entertainment and Starlite Boxing's Sweetscience Magnews-Online Publication all rights reserved
For the record, both fighters predict that the series will “go the distance” and end in seven games. Mora likes his hometown team, the Lakers, while Forrest, believes that the Celtics will take home pro basketball’s ultimate trophy.
“The Celtics have more star players and a better bench,” Forrest said.
“Both teams have a tradition of greatness and rivalry,” Mora said. “However, the Lakers have youth, a hot bench and are destined to win.”
(From left) Carlos Quintana, Sergio Mora, Vernon Forrest and Paul Williams pose during a press conference Thursday at Gallagher’s Steak House in New York City. To kick off the world championship doubleheader this Saturday on SHOWTIME, Quintana will attempt to retain his WBO welterweight belt against Williams, the boxer he dethroned in February.
Starlite Boxing's Sweetscience The Video Channel Online http://www.youtube.com/ELEmpress1
EL Boxing Empress Keisha Morrisey's Myspace http://www.myspace.com/Keishadivine
Honorable Keisha Morrisey http://www.keishamorrisey.com/
©®™ 2007, 2008 All photos by "EL Boxing Empress" Keisha Morrisey- Empire Morrisey Studios, for Bloodline Boxing Communications Entertainment and Starlite Boxing's Sweetscience Magnews-Online Publication all rights reserved
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