Share SBS w/Family or Friends

Saturday, June 28, 2008

Duddy returns June 28th in Boston;‏ Headlining “Hassle In The Castle”

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.

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

DUDDY-HOWE WEIGHTS FROM BOSTON‏


“HASSLE IN THE CASTLE”
Saturday, June 28, 2008
The Castle, Boston, MA

WEIGHTS FROM BOSTON

JOHN DUDDY 158 ½ LBS.
CHARLIE HOWE 160 LBS.

DONNY ORR 162 LBS.
ROBERTO VALENZUELA TOMORROW

EDWIN RODRIGUEZ 162 LBS.
HECTOR HERNANDEZ 161 ½ LBS.

MARK CLANCY 191 LBS.
SALAH ZABIAN TOMORROW

BRODERICK ANTOINE 141 LBS.
ANTONY ACCARDI 140 LBS.


Promoter: Irish Ropes Promotions
Matchmaker: Jim Borzell
Tickets: Limited $50.00 $75.00 and $100.00 at door
Information: www.irishropes.com
Doors open at 6 PM/ET, first bout 7 PM/ET.

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

Wednesday, June 25, 2008

Megadeth To Perform At Affliction Banned July 19 PPV in Anaheim


SIGNAL HILL, California– Affliction Entertainment, scheduled to make MMA history on July 19th at Honda Center in Anaheim with the greatest line-up of mixed-martial-arts fights ever presented in one night, keeps building this event with the latest news—heavy metal band Megadeth, led by frontman, guitarist, and songwriter Dave Mustaine, will be performing live at the event.

The platinum selling band, Megadeth has sold more than 20 million albums worldwide and will electrify the audience with a special highlight performance. Known for their distinctive, in-your-face guitar solos, snarling vocal style and dark lyrical themes, Megadeth is sure to resonate with the “Affliction Banned” fan base and intensify the already action-packed event.

“Affliction Banned”, a mixed-martial-arts pay-per-view event in association with Roy Englebrecht Events, features the much-anticipated return of Russian heavyweight superstar Fedor “The Last Emperor” Emelianenko, in association with M-1, and supported by an star studded undercard, July 19th at Honda Center in Anaheim, California.

Fedor (27-1), the former undisputed PRIDE® heavyweight champion and Russian M-1 legend, has been universally recognized for the past five years as the most dominating heavyweight in the world. He faces former two-time UFC® heavyweight title-holder Tim “The Maine-iac” Sylvia (24-4), fighting out of Iowa by way of his native Maine.

An impressive four-fight undercard will be loaded with Josh “The Baby Faced Assassin” Barnett (21-5) 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-American wrestler Mike Whitehead (20-5), of Salt Lake City will battle 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 faces Brazilian favorite Fabio “Negao” Nascimento (8-3). Former IFL® titlist “Big” Ben Rothwell (29-5) of Kenosha, Wisconsin is scheduled to fight Andre “The Pitbull” Arlovski in this groundbreaking event.

Tickets for “Affliction Banned” range between $50.00 and $1,000.00 and are on sale at the Honda Center Box Office and also online at Ticketmaster.com.

To download all video, photos and PR-related media go to: http://www.afflictionbanned.com/media.html

Affliction
Already a mainstay for the most elite athletes, heaviest bands, A-listers and the fashion conscious, Affliction Clothing’s ability to set the bar high in fashion is evident in its collection’s indulgence of style and design, focus on quality, and its trademark series of divinely executed, dark and powerful themes. (www.afflictionclothing.com)

The Trump Organization
The Trump Organization encompasses global real estate development and global licensing, sales and marketing, property management, golf course development, entertainment, entertainment and product licensing, brand development as well as restaurants and event planning. Donald J. Trump is the Chairman and President of the Trump Organization, a privately held company in New York. (www.Trump.com)

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

THE BEST IN PHILADELPHIA BOXING TO APPEAR AT THE ANNUAL SUSQUEHANNA DAY THIS SATURDAY

PHILADELPHIA— This Saturday, The best in Philadelphia boxing will appear at the annual Susquehanna Day festival.

IBF Cruiserweight champion, Steve “USS” Cunningham, Heavyweight contender “Fast” Eddie Chambers, Jr. Welterweight Steve Chambers will be among the star attractions that will perform boxing exhibitions throughout the the day at the festival starting at 1 pm (Festival starts at noon)

Ike and Steve Cunningham


Eddie Chambers and Steve Chambers


WHAT:19th annual Susquehanna Day---Boxing Exhibition

WHEN:Saturday, June 28th at noon…The Boxing Exhibition begins at 1pm at 15th & Susquehanna

WHERE:Broad and Susquehanna to 22nd and Susquehanna In Philadelphia

The Boxing Exhibition begins at 1pm at 15th & Susquehanna
IBF Cruiserweight champion-Steve “USS” Cunningham
Heavyweight contender—“Fast” Eddie Chambers
Jr. Welterweight—Steve Chambers
Heavyweight—Chazz Witherspoon
Jr. Welterweight—Demetrious Hopkins
Jr.Middleweight knockout record holder-Tyrone Brunson
Middleweight—Gee Culmer
Philadelphia top amateur boxers plus more

THIS IS EVENT IS FREE TO THE PUBLIC
The Susquehanna Festival is sponsored by State-Rep Jewell Williams

The Boxing Exhibition is sponsored by Rob Murray Sr & Rob Murray Jr. of Score America

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

Duddy vs. Howe headlines Saturday night’s “Hassle In The Castle” pro boxing show in Boston


NEW YORK– The return of unbeaten world middleweight title contender “Ireland’s” John Duddy to Boston highlights Saturday night’s (June 28) “Hassle In The Castle,” presented by Irish Ropes Promotions, at The Castle.

Duddy (24-0, 17 KOs), rated No. 2 by the WBC and WBO, faces Charles Howe (17-4-2, 9 KOs), in the 10-round main event. The popular Irishman has a growing fan base in Boston, where he has fought and served as a television color analyst in the past.

The 8-round co-feature pits a pair of middleweights, 2000 Canadian Olympian Donald Orr (12-0, 5 KOs), now fighting out of South Boston, against former Mexican Pacific Coast champion Roberto “El Viejo” Valenzuela (44-37-2, 37 KOs)

Two-time U.S. National amateur champion Edwin Rodriguez (6-0, 5 KOs), of Worcester (MA), takes on dangerous Hector Hernandez (10-2-2, 4 KOs) in a 6-round bout.

Also on the undercard in a pair of 6-rounders, Boston by way of Ireland cruiserweight Mark Clancy (7-0-1, 1 KO), 4-time Irish National amateur finalist, meets Salah Zabian (6-10, 4 KOs), of Lee (MA), while Lynn (MA) junior welterweight Simeon Dunwell (7-0, 2 KOs) squares off against Aaron Drake (13-6, 9 KOs). Anthony Accardo (1-0, 1 KO) fights Broderick Antoine (2-5-1, 1 KO) in a 4-round match. All bouts and fighters are subject to change.

Limited tickets are priced at $50.00 $75.00 and $100.00 and are available up until Friday, 4 PM at The Kells (Jerry Quinn – 617.733.4535) in Allston, Porter Belly’s (Sean McCormack and Pat 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 will also be on sale until midnight Friday through www.irishropes and at the door Saturday night at the fights. Doors open at 6:30 PM/ET, first bout at 7:30 PM/ET.

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

Flores rejects CES offer to fight Godfrey on ESPN show

PROVIDENCE– Classic Entertainment & Sports, Inc. (CES) president Jimmy Burchfield has expressed his disappointed that USBA cruiserweight champion BJ Flores (21-0-1, 12 KOs) has rejected an offer to fight NABF cruiserweight title-holder Matt “Too Smooth” Godfrey (16-1, 9 KOs) in an ESPN2 main event next month.

Flores is rated No. 2 by the IBF, as well as No. 7 and No. 8, respectively, by the WBO and WBA. Godfrey, ranked No. 5 by the WBC, was dropped from the WBA and IBF rankings when he fought Rudy Kraj (LDEC12) this past February in an WBC title eliminator.

The cruiserweight division has been left wide open with David Haye’s recent move up to the heavyweight ranks. Flores and Godfrey are two of the top American cruiserweights in a division now primarily ruled by Europeans, excluding IBF title-holder Steve Cunningham.

“Flores and his people refused the challenge to fight Godfrey on ESPN2,” Burchfield said. “They’ve been shooting their mouths off in the media about wanting to fight a top cruiserweight, but they claim that there isn’t enough money in a fight against Godfrey, that it belongs on HBO or Showtime. Well, HBO and Showtime aren’t interested in that fight. Flores hasn’t had a fight since he beat Darnell Wilson (WDEC12) last December on ESPN2. I think they’re being shortsighted. The winner of a fight between BJ and Matt would be the top American challenger at 200-pounds and then HBO and Showtime would have to be interested. Both BJ and Matt need a big win to get to that level.

“Look, BJ, I can have a contract to you within 24 hours. You’ve talked a lot, now it’s time to put your name on the dotted line. It was time to put up or shut up and I guess BJ shut up. Reconsider and take the fight. This is the second time I’ve offered you a fight against Godfrey.

The last time you were promoted by Silverhawk and I don’t know if you ever knew about it. You do now. We believe Matt Godfrey is the top American cruiserweight contender. Here’s you’re opportunity to prove you’re the real No. 1.”

For information about CES, its shows or fighters, call 401.724.2253/2254 or go on line and visit www.cesboxing.com.

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

HOT FROM PACQUIAO-DIAZ MEDIA CENTRAL! Thursday's Select Clips


HOT FROM PACQUIAO-DIAZ MEDIA CENTRAL! Thursday's Select Clips

Greg Beacham, Associated Press: "Underdog Champion Diaz Hopes His Lifetime of Hard Work Will Get Pacquiao's Goat"
http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/06/26/sports/NA-SPT-BOX-Underdog-Diaz.php

Kevin Iole, Yahoo! Sports: "Diaz the Forgotten Champ"
http://sports.yahoo.com/box/news;_ylt=Aig28kZLlHlXmAocaktvy4KUxLYF?slug=ki-diaz062508&prov=yhoo&type=lgns

Steve Carp, Las Vegas Review-Journal: "Diaz OK Outside Glare of Spotlight"
http://www.lvrj.com/sports/21712184.html

Roman Modrowski, Chicago Sun-Times: "Humble Pacquiao Beloved in Philippines"
http://www.suntimes.com/sports/boxing/1025652,CST-SPT-fite26.article

David Diaz, Chicago Sun-Times: "Feels Good to Escape the Media"
http://www.suntimes.com/sports/boxing/1024891,boxing062508.article

Roman Modrowski, Chicago Sun-Times: "The Fight Stuff"
http://www.suntimes.com/sports/boxing/1018680,CST-SPT-fite22.article

Dan Rafael, ESPN.com: "Pacquiao a dream fight come true for Diaz"
http://sports.espn.go.com/sports/boxing/columns/story?columnist=rafael_dan&id=3460788

Joe Maxse, Cleveland Plain Dealer: "Boxing Insider; Good One"
http://blog.cleveland.com/sports/2008/06/boxing_insider_abraham_states.html

Melissa Isaacson, Chicago Tribune: "Diaz aware of the stakes"
http://www.chicagotribune.com/news/chi-22-diaz-newjun22,0,3651488.story

Don Stradley, ESPN.com: A look at the history of boxing in the Philippines
http://sports.espn.go.com/sports/boxing/news/story?id=3458707

Brian Doogan, ESPN.com: Harnessing PacMan's powers no easy task
http://sports.espn.go.com/sports/boxing/news/story?id=3459435

Steve Kim, MaxBoxing.com: "Luevano, The Understudy"
http://maxboxing.com/Kim/Kim062608.asp

Patrick Kehoe, BoxingScene.com: David Diaz and the Limits of Extreme Possibilities"
http://www.boxingscene.com/?m=show&id=14657

John Hively, BoxingScene.com: "Is Manny Pacquiao the Fighter of the Decade?"
http://www.boxingscene.com/?m=show&id=14663

Ronnie Nathanielsz, BoxingScene.com: "Pacquiao, Roach Work on Their Fight"
http://www.boxingscene.com/?m=show&id=14662

Michael David Smith, AOL Sports: "David Diaz: If I Were Manny Pacquiao, I Would Be Concerned"
http://sports.aol.com/fanhouse/2008/06/26/david-diaz-if-i-were-manny-pacquiao-i-would-be-concerned/

Albert Howell, SecondsOut.com: "Pacquiao & Diaz State Dedications at Final Presser"
http://www.secondsout.com/USA/news.cfm?ccs=229&cs=25637

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

LAS VEGAS GRAND ARRIVALS / MEDIA WORKOUTS World Lightweight Championship, MANNY PACQUIAO vs. DAVID DIAZ MANDALAY BAY RESORT & CASINO



WBC super featherweight champion MANNY PACQUIAO, boxing’s No. 1 pound for pound fighter, and WBC lightweight champion DAVID DIAZ, the pride of Chicago, will make their Grand Arrivals followed by Media Workouts as they kickoff fight week in Las Vegas for their world title fight. Pacquiao is attempting to become the first Asian to win four sanctioned world titles in as many different divisions. Promoted by Top Rank, in association with MP Promotions, Pacquiao vs. Diaz will take place Saturday, June 28, at Mandalay Bay Resort & Casino, Las Vegas, Nevada. The 12-round lightweight championship bout will be produced and distributed live by HBO Pay-Per-View, beginning at 9 P.M. ET.

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

LATIMORE WANTS SPINKS OR PHILLIPS AFTER BIG WIN AGAINST POWELL‏

ST. LOUIS, MO- Two weeks ago St. Louis native Deandre “THE BULL” Latimore scored the biggest win of his career as he stopped #1 IBF Junior Middleweight Sechew Powell in the seventh round at the Hard Rock Café in New York City. The bout, broadcast on ESPN2’s Wednesday Night Fights is being called an early contender for upset of the year.

Said Jerry Guiliano, manager of Latimore, “We had a terrific game plan coming into the fight. I knew it was a step up for Deandre, but our camp was very confident we could pull the upset.

We feel that since we beat the IBF #1 we should be given that ranking. Deandre took it right to Powell and should be rewarded.

About Latimore’s next bout, Guiliano stated, “We’d like to have a big fight in St. Louis. Either Verno Phillips or Cory Spinks would be perfect. Cory’s from St. Louis and it would be a perfect cross town showdown. It would be a great fight with all of St. Louis wanting to see two of their favorite fighters.”

Throwing down the gauntlet, Guiliao said, “The question is will Cory have the guts to fight after Deandre’s stunning upset of Powell? Cory is being promoted by Don King and this fight fits into Don’s "Only in America" theme. With the floods in the Midwest and all the other issues St. Louis faces, a fight like this could really boost moral in the area. If Cory is a good as everyone claims he will step up and take our challenge. “

The 22 year old Latimore, 19-1 (16KO’s) is trained Kenny Adams who has worked with numerous world champions and assistant Jacob Chaves with strength and conditioning coach Ray Franklin rounding out the team.

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