Gleason's Gym Newsletter The Arts and The Art of Boxing
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Greetings!
ART UNDER THE BRIDGE FESTIVAL Last call for artists to display their work. DUMBO ARTS CENTER presents the 12th ART UNDER THE BRIDGE FESTIVAL. September 26-28, 2008. Between 250,000 and 300,000 people are expected to make their way to DUMBO for this exciting weekend. Gleason's Gym will close for boxing training and will open as a gallery on Saturday and Sunday, September 27-28, 2008. The gym will display art of all mediums as long as there is a boxing theme to the art. We will show: paintings, sketches, sculptures, books, pictures and prints. We have limited space left for artist displays. If you are interested in showing your work call the gym at (718) 797- 2872. The gym has paid all expenses and the artist can sell their work with no commission. If you have nothing to display just come and enjoy the Art Under The Bridge Festival.
DUMBO FIGHT NIGHT On October 2nd, 2008, Gleason's gym will hold its monthly amateur boxing show at St. Ann's Warehouse, located at 38 Water Street, around the corner from the gym. There will be 10 to 12 exciting bouts featuring Senior, Junior and Master boxers. USABoxingMetro sanctions the bouts, which start at 8:00 PM. Tickets for this event range from $75 to $300. Special $20 tickets are available through Gleason's Gym for the amateurs. If you wish to compete on this show, call Angela Querol at (718) 797-2872.
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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
Thursday, September 18, 2008
Jim Gray Interview with Antonio Tarver and Chad Dawson
Jim Gray Interview with Antonio Tarver and Chad Dawson
Gray: Antonio you have said that Chad is the future and you’re the now. What gives you the indication that he’s not the ‘now’ and the future as well?
Tarver: Well, I feel like I’m at the top of my game. I just took the IBF title from Clinton Woods. I’m here. I’m the unified champion, four-time light heavyweight champion, twice undisputed. I’ve done it all. I’ve beaten everybody so why wouldn’t I feel like I’m the now and he can be the future?
Gray: Chad do you feel Antonio is way past his prime?
Chad Dawson: Yes, definitely past his prime. Look at his last three performances. They speak for themselves. Just look at Clinton Woods. He can’t even beat a ‘paycheck.’ Clinton Woods didn’t put up a fight…. He came to collect a paycheck.
Gray: By that same token, you didn’t have your best night against Glen Johnson and Antonio didn’t have a problem.
Dawson: Like I said, Glen Johnson came to fight, Chad Dawson came to fight. We had a hell of a fight. I’m here, I’m the future and I’m the now. On October 11, I will prove that point to the whole world.
Gray: How do you think you’ll be able to do that?
Dawson: I am in tremendous shape like I always am. I come into every fight in tremendous shape. There’s nothing that Antonio Tarver does that can throw me off my game plan. He’s slow, he’s old. Come on, look at my last three performances and look at his and tell me who the better fighter is.
Gray: Antonio you’re response to what you’re hearing here from Chad Dawson?
Tarver: I’m listening to a guy that is very naïve, a guy that is very young, obviously, mentally and he’s sadly mistaking. (Many) have come and tried to conquer and have tried to take me out. It has never been done before and it won’t get done on Oct. 11. All this guy is hoping for is that I show up less then prepared. They are looking to roll the dice and get lucky. That’s it, bottom line. But I’m here to tell you, I’m here to put the world on notice that it won’t happen. I’ll have my best performance against Chad Dawson. He’s right about the prediction. It won’t go the distance.
Gray: Antonio, he raises an interesting point. You haven’t looked your best in your last three fights. It looks like there has been a struggle and it looks like age now has affected you. What have you done in the interceding time to change that trend?
Tarver: Do me a favor. Put the camera up close. This is a fighter that has been in this sport for 20 years. Now do the same with Chad Dawson. He’s ten years my youth. The bottom line is I got the secret to the success. I’ve been here. I’m not going anywhere. You will see a display of the sweet science when I technically annihilate Chad Dawson on the 11th.
Gray: Chad, a lot of people say possibly you don’t have the chin and you’ve addressed that in the past. What about your chin and what about taking the big punch from him?
Dawson: I’ve never been knocked out. That’s what I have to say to that. I’ve been down but never been knocked out.
Gray: Do you respect not only what he’s (Tarver) done in the past but where he is now as a fighter?
Dawson: I respect what he’s done in the past but where he is right now as a fighter, you can’t compare that to me. I’m young, I’m fast, I’m strong, I’m in the best shape of my life. Every fight I come in on weight. I never have trouble making weight. Never. I mean that’s a true champion right there. I never have to struggle to make weight because I come in to camp on weight, every camp.
Gray: Why do you feel you’re an underdog and there’s this lack of respect, Antonio?
Tarver: They just don’t understand my game. All I do is win and all I do is be successful but they can’t understand my game. I was underestimated coming out of the Olympics. They never thought I would reach this plateau. As long as we have critics it gives me something to shoot for.
Gray: Chad, when you hear all this, what is your reaction?
Dawson: I believe in my abilities and he believes in his abilities. But, like he said, October 11, somebody is going home with hell, and it’s not going to be me.
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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
Wednesday, September 17, 2008
Reel Sisters Film Festival & Lecture Series screens 365 Days of Marching-The Amadou Diallo Story
Reel Sisters in the Diaspora Film Festival & Lecture Series, SEPTEMBER 26-28 Long Island University, Brooklyn Campus
Screening of:
365 DAYS OF MARCHING: THE AMADOU DIALLO STORY
Length: 95 min Documentary
Director: Veronica Keitt
For Information: Kumble Box Office (718-488-1624)
www.kumbletheater.org . www.reelsisters.org
“365 Days of Marching” - The Amadou Diallo Story, recounts the bitter and yet compelling part of New York City history—documenting the series of marches and protests that was set into motion after the death of Amadou Diallo. It’s a story that’s told through the eyes of the marchers (the protestors) exploring the history of New York City Police Department, police - community relations and how Diallo’s death galvanized a city to fight for justice—not only for Diallo, but for all injustices plaguing New Yorker’s during that time.
WRITTEN, PRODUCED & DIRECTED by Veronica Keitt CO-PRODUCED by Michael Drake, Ozzie Thompson, and Nat Woods, with SPECIAL APPEARANCES by Rev Al Sharpton, Seiko & Kadiatou Diallo— the parents of Amadou Diallo, David N. Dinkins—former NYC Mayor, US Congressmen Charles Rangel, Gov. David Paterson, Assemblyman Keith Wright, Councilman Charles Barron, Percy Sutton—Inner City Broadcast, Norman Siegel—ACLU, family members of victims of police brutality, community activists, and others . . .
For a sneak preview log onto
http://www.365daysofmarchingmovie.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
Screening of:
365 DAYS OF MARCHING: THE AMADOU DIALLO STORY
Length: 95 min Documentary
Director: Veronica Keitt
For Information: Kumble Box Office (718-488-1624)
www.kumbletheater.org . www.reelsisters.org
“365 Days of Marching” - The Amadou Diallo Story, recounts the bitter and yet compelling part of New York City history—documenting the series of marches and protests that was set into motion after the death of Amadou Diallo. It’s a story that’s told through the eyes of the marchers (the protestors) exploring the history of New York City Police Department, police - community relations and how Diallo’s death galvanized a city to fight for justice—not only for Diallo, but for all injustices plaguing New Yorker’s during that time.
WRITTEN, PRODUCED & DIRECTED by Veronica Keitt CO-PRODUCED by Michael Drake, Ozzie Thompson, and Nat Woods, with SPECIAL APPEARANCES by Rev Al Sharpton, Seiko & Kadiatou Diallo— the parents of Amadou Diallo, David N. Dinkins—former NYC Mayor, US Congressmen Charles Rangel, Gov. David Paterson, Assemblyman Keith Wright, Councilman Charles Barron, Percy Sutton—Inner City Broadcast, Norman Siegel—ACLU, family members of victims of police brutality, community activists, and others . . .
For a sneak preview log onto
http://www.365daysofmarchingmovie.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
"KnockOut Poverty" Press Conference tomorrow in Harlem
WHAT: “KnockOut Poverty” Press Conference
WHO: EROMOSELE “Bad Boy” ALBERT vs OSSIE DURAN
JAFFA “The African Assassin” BALLOGOU
Former WBC International Super Middleweight Champion
Togo (New York, NY)
45-6, 39 KOs
WHY: To promote the “KnockOut Poverty” pro boxing card, presented by Bob Duffy’s Ring Promotions, Sept. 23 at the Hammerstein Ballroom in New York City. “KnockOut Poverty” is a landmark event to help fight poverty in Africa. Grammy Award-winning, UN Goodwill Ambassador Youssou N’Dour and friends are among the many stars scheduled for the historic evening of entertainment, music and boxing. N’Dour and other musical legends are scheduled to perform between fights with proceeds from the event going to the All For Africa charitable organization. For ticket and sponsorship information call 212.351.0111 or go online to www.allforafrica.org.
WHERE: Sylvia’s 328 Lenox Ave.
Harlem, NY
212.996.0660
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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
WHO: EROMOSELE “Bad Boy” ALBERT vs OSSIE DURAN
JAFFA “The African Assassin” BALLOGOU
Former WBC International Super Middleweight Champion
Togo (New York, NY)
45-6, 39 KOs
WHY: To promote the “KnockOut Poverty” pro boxing card, presented by Bob Duffy’s Ring Promotions, Sept. 23 at the Hammerstein Ballroom in New York City. “KnockOut Poverty” is a landmark event to help fight poverty in Africa. Grammy Award-winning, UN Goodwill Ambassador Youssou N’Dour and friends are among the many stars scheduled for the historic evening of entertainment, music and boxing. N’Dour and other musical legends are scheduled to perform between fights with proceeds from the event going to the All For Africa charitable organization. For ticket and sponsorship information call 212.351.0111 or go online to www.allforafrica.org.
WHERE: Sylvia’s 328 Lenox Ave.
Harlem, NY
212.996.0660
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
Tuesday, September 16, 2008
NIECE OF LEGENDARY PRODUCERS PUBLISHES HIPHOP NOVEL
LEGEND OF HIPHOP PUBLISHES NOVEL
HIP-HOP BEFORE THE BLING, written by Darlene Lewis, is an historical journey through the eyes of a young female producer/writer who lived simultaneously in the Bronx and Harlem , New York . This talented artist was deeply influenced by music and film. With family members being legends in the music industry(Clarence Fats Lewis - managed and produced Gladys Knight and the Pips, along with Bobby Robinson (Fury Record/Enjoy Records), and having friends (Pebblee Poo, first solo female rapper, DJ Red Alert, Doug E Fresh, Spoonie Gee, Donald Dee, Reggie Wells, DJ HollyWood) who are some of the legends and pioneers of HIPHOP AND FUNK prior and during their fame. Darlene felt it was time to give credit to the pioneers who have been overlooked in the music industry. Behind the scenes execs that put Sean Puffy Combs, KRS 1-, etc., on the map, are listed, as well as Darlene’s personal take on the level of abuse and degradation the culture has witnessed in the last twenty years. Hiphop Before the Bling will take you to the streets of Harlem, to the clubs in the Bronx and Manhattan, to the restaurants and to the public access studio that allowed Darlene to promote the legends of the culture, prior to MTV Raps and BET Rap City. This is a must read. The Book ends with photos of legendary artists and producers. To learn more about producer/writer feel free to go to her other website where she promotes the legends of Hip-Hop http://www.myspace.com/celebrityshowcase. Try to watch online every Wednesday Night at 630pm http://www.mnn.org, the show Celebrity Showcase click on TV56. Also airing at the same time on RCN CABLE CHANNEL 84 AND TIME WARNER CABLE CHANNEL 56. See clips of tv program at http://celebrityshowcase.blip.tv. Catch a preview of the book here www.lulu.com/DarleneLewis.
Darlene Lewis, writer/producer
www.lulu.com/darlenelewis You can buy my book here
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
HIP-HOP BEFORE THE BLING, written by Darlene Lewis, is an historical journey through the eyes of a young female producer/writer who lived simultaneously in the Bronx and Harlem , New York . This talented artist was deeply influenced by music and film. With family members being legends in the music industry(Clarence Fats Lewis - managed and produced Gladys Knight and the Pips, along with Bobby Robinson (Fury Record/Enjoy Records), and having friends (Pebblee Poo, first solo female rapper, DJ Red Alert, Doug E Fresh, Spoonie Gee, Donald Dee, Reggie Wells, DJ HollyWood) who are some of the legends and pioneers of HIPHOP AND FUNK prior and during their fame. Darlene felt it was time to give credit to the pioneers who have been overlooked in the music industry. Behind the scenes execs that put Sean Puffy Combs, KRS 1-, etc., on the map, are listed, as well as Darlene’s personal take on the level of abuse and degradation the culture has witnessed in the last twenty years. Hiphop Before the Bling will take you to the streets of Harlem, to the clubs in the Bronx and Manhattan, to the restaurants and to the public access studio that allowed Darlene to promote the legends of the culture, prior to MTV Raps and BET Rap City. This is a must read. The Book ends with photos of legendary artists and producers. To learn more about producer/writer feel free to go to her other website where she promotes the legends of Hip-Hop http://www.myspace.com/celebrityshowcase. Try to watch online every Wednesday Night at 630pm http://www.mnn.org, the show Celebrity Showcase click on TV56. Also airing at the same time on RCN CABLE CHANNEL 84 AND TIME WARNER CABLE CHANNEL 56. See clips of tv program at http://celebrityshowcase.blip.tv. Catch a preview of the book here www.lulu.com/DarleneLewis.
Darlene Lewis, writer/producer
www.lulu.com/darlenelewis You can buy my book here
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
Joan Guzman Personal Statement
Joan Guzman personal statement regarding his canceled fight against Nate Campbell.
I was wrong and I apologize. There is no one else to blame for me not making the lightweight division weight limit of 135 pounds for my WBO, WBA and IBF title bout against Nate Campbell this past weekend.
No trainer is to blame. No nutritionist is to blame. No manager is to blame. No promoter is to blame. Put the blame on me, Joan Guzman, because I was completely at fault.
My conduct in this important matter was unprofessional.
I rolled the dice by coming in too heavy at the start of my training camp. I was able to get away with this many times before but, at age 32, my body shut down on me with 3.5 pounds to go. My metabolism rejected taking off so many pounds in a short period.
I apologize, first and foremost, to Campbell. I hope he accepts my sincere apology.
I apologize to all the boxing fans, his, mine and fans who just wanted to see two accomplished fighters compete.
I apologize to everyone in my native country, the Dominican Republic, and I am sorry
I let you all down after you have given me years of great support.
I apologize to the Showtime network and hope I can earn their forgiveness over time.
I apologize to the Beau Rivage Resort & Casino and to all the great people of the Biloxi area.
I apologize to Campbell's entire team from co-promoters Don King and Terry Trekas on down.
I certainly apologize to my team starting with Sycuan Ringside Promotions, the entire Sycuan Band of the Kumeyaay Nation and to my manager, Jose Nunez.
I apologize to other members of my own team all of whom worked so hard.
I apologize to the WBO, to the WBA, to the IBF and to the Mississippi athletic commission.
I learned a lesson, a hard lesson, and I just hope that, in time, I can regain the trust and the confidence of all concerned.
Humbly Submitted,
JOAN GUZMAN
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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
I was wrong and I apologize. There is no one else to blame for me not making the lightweight division weight limit of 135 pounds for my WBO, WBA and IBF title bout against Nate Campbell this past weekend.
No trainer is to blame. No nutritionist is to blame. No manager is to blame. No promoter is to blame. Put the blame on me, Joan Guzman, because I was completely at fault.
My conduct in this important matter was unprofessional.
I rolled the dice by coming in too heavy at the start of my training camp. I was able to get away with this many times before but, at age 32, my body shut down on me with 3.5 pounds to go. My metabolism rejected taking off so many pounds in a short period.
I apologize, first and foremost, to Campbell. I hope he accepts my sincere apology.
I apologize to all the boxing fans, his, mine and fans who just wanted to see two accomplished fighters compete.
I apologize to everyone in my native country, the Dominican Republic, and I am sorry
I let you all down after you have given me years of great support.
I apologize to the Showtime network and hope I can earn their forgiveness over time.
I apologize to the Beau Rivage Resort & Casino and to all the great people of the Biloxi area.
I apologize to Campbell's entire team from co-promoters Don King and Terry Trekas on down.
I certainly apologize to my team starting with Sycuan Ringside Promotions, the entire Sycuan Band of the Kumeyaay Nation and to my manager, Jose Nunez.
I apologize to other members of my own team all of whom worked so hard.
I apologize to the WBO, to the WBA, to the IBF and to the Mississippi athletic commission.
I learned a lesson, a hard lesson, and I just hope that, in time, I can regain the trust and the confidence of all concerned.
Humbly Submitted,
JOAN GUZMAN
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
Monday, September 15, 2008
Cristy "Code Red" Nickel Launches Weekly Episodes
Professional boxer and Exercise Physiologist Cristy “Code Red” Nickel has launched weekly episodes called “In-your-face fitness.” Based out of New York City, Cristy teaches viewers to utilize their resources around them get a good wok out. Within the first 3 weeks of production, Cristy has filmed in southern Mexico then to northern Idaho showing viewers how to get the most bang for their buck no matter where they are. Code Red comes to the table with a diversity of talent including 13 pro fights, an Emmy Award winning show on MTV and Allure magazine’s pick for “Best Trainer in New York (Jan ‘08). Her tough love approach to every aspect of her life makes her a force to be reckoned with. Cristy can often be heard saying, “I’m not asking you to do any more than I would do.” Tune in every week for new episodes that will include fitness ideas, food tips and always the unexpected… Click below to watch.http://www.cristynickel.com/blog.html
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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
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
MIXED MARTIAL ARTS AND BOXING DOCUMENTARIES AMONGST FIRST SET OF ANNOUNCED FILMS AT INAUGURAL U.S. SPORTS FILM FESTIVAL IN PHILDELPHIA OCTOBER 23-26
World debut of “Renzo Gracie: Legacy,” and Critically Acclaimed “Kassim The Dream,” along with Classic Films By Director Mark Ciardi, Including Invincible, The Rookie and Miracle, Among First Set Nine Of Titles Announced Today
The inaugural U.S. Sports Film Festival, the most comprehensive sports film festival in United States history, today announced the first series of nine films selected to be screened during the three-day run from October 23-26.
The festival will debut the Mixed Martial Arts documentary “Renzo Gracie: Legacy,” the life story of the Brazilian jiu-jitsu master and the American patriarch of one of the world’s fastest rising sports, as well as “Kassim The Dream,” the story of Ugandan-born boxing world champion Kassim Ouma, a kidnapped child soldier and his struggles to break free and regain his life as a professional athlete, will lead the fight films track for the festival. “Philadelphia is a city whose fans and teams are always battling for recognition, and we felt that the city that gave us ‘Rocky’ and Smokin’ Joe Frazier would really take to a track of new films on MMA and boxing. These two are certainly amongst the most compelling,” said festival founder and president Stephan Hartman. “Given MMA’s rising popularity worldwide and its recent approval for competition in the state of Pennsylvania, the debut of the life story of such a living legend as Renzo Gracie was a perfect fit. We also think the story of Kassim Ouma, both as an athlete and a person, is one that fans will really be blown away by.
It is our pleasure to lead our first series of festival announcements with these two amazing life stories of two incredible fighters.” Other critically-acclaimed films slated to run at the USSFF include “Kickin It,” the Ted Leonsis-produced film about a team of homeless soccer players and their life stories and successes on the pitch; “Run For Your Life,” the true-life story of the man who created the New York City Marathon, Fred Lebow; and “Basketball in the Barrio,” the story of two former University of Texas El Paso basketball players who started a program teaching basketball to the impoverished immigrant children of South El Paso, and the stories of those who used basketball as a tool for fulfillment. Each film will include a series of events involving the stars and makers of the films, who will be on hand to discuss all the elements that went into making these landmarks. Already, nearly 100 films have been submitted for review ranging from the traditional sports to Mixed Martial Arts, Extreme Endurance Racing and even Pin Trading.
The remaining list of 10films, many to be seen on a big screen for the first time, will be released in the coming weeks. Additionally, the first 10 films also include a series of classic films by director Mark Ciardi,including “Invincible,” “Miracle,” and “The Rookie Sponsors and media partners for the U.S. Sports Film Festival include: IZOD Fragrance for Men, Intraware, Barefoot Wine, KYW NewsRadio 1060, 610WIP Sports Radio, Greater Philadelphia Film Office, Philadelphia Sports Congress, Philadelphia Convention and Visitors Bureau, Greater Philadelphia Tourism Marketing Corp., City of Philadelphia, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania and Philadelphia Soul.
To obtain tickets to the U.S. Sports Film Festival go to www.ussportsfilmfestival.com or call (646) 233-2033. For Sponsorship information please call (212) 752-2500.
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 inaugural U.S. Sports Film Festival, the most comprehensive sports film festival in United States history, today announced the first series of nine films selected to be screened during the three-day run from October 23-26.
The festival will debut the Mixed Martial Arts documentary “Renzo Gracie: Legacy,” the life story of the Brazilian jiu-jitsu master and the American patriarch of one of the world’s fastest rising sports, as well as “Kassim The Dream,” the story of Ugandan-born boxing world champion Kassim Ouma, a kidnapped child soldier and his struggles to break free and regain his life as a professional athlete, will lead the fight films track for the festival. “Philadelphia is a city whose fans and teams are always battling for recognition, and we felt that the city that gave us ‘Rocky’ and Smokin’ Joe Frazier would really take to a track of new films on MMA and boxing. These two are certainly amongst the most compelling,” said festival founder and president Stephan Hartman. “Given MMA’s rising popularity worldwide and its recent approval for competition in the state of Pennsylvania, the debut of the life story of such a living legend as Renzo Gracie was a perfect fit. We also think the story of Kassim Ouma, both as an athlete and a person, is one that fans will really be blown away by.
It is our pleasure to lead our first series of festival announcements with these two amazing life stories of two incredible fighters.” Other critically-acclaimed films slated to run at the USSFF include “Kickin It,” the Ted Leonsis-produced film about a team of homeless soccer players and their life stories and successes on the pitch; “Run For Your Life,” the true-life story of the man who created the New York City Marathon, Fred Lebow; and “Basketball in the Barrio,” the story of two former University of Texas El Paso basketball players who started a program teaching basketball to the impoverished immigrant children of South El Paso, and the stories of those who used basketball as a tool for fulfillment. Each film will include a series of events involving the stars and makers of the films, who will be on hand to discuss all the elements that went into making these landmarks. Already, nearly 100 films have been submitted for review ranging from the traditional sports to Mixed Martial Arts, Extreme Endurance Racing and even Pin Trading.
The remaining list of 10films, many to be seen on a big screen for the first time, will be released in the coming weeks. Additionally, the first 10 films also include a series of classic films by director Mark Ciardi,including “Invincible,” “Miracle,” and “The Rookie Sponsors and media partners for the U.S. Sports Film Festival include: IZOD Fragrance for Men, Intraware, Barefoot Wine, KYW NewsRadio 1060, 610WIP Sports Radio, Greater Philadelphia Film Office, Philadelphia Sports Congress, Philadelphia Convention and Visitors Bureau, Greater Philadelphia Tourism Marketing Corp., City of Philadelphia, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania and Philadelphia Soul.
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Thursday, September 11, 2008
Maloney has selective memory regarding Dunne - Munroe
Bernard Dunne’s manager Brian Peters has accused Rendall Munroe’s promoter Frank Maloney of selective memory over the Londoner’s claim that Dunne is “running scared“ from the current European Super Bantamweight champion.
Yesterday Maloney claimed that he had made a “substantial offer” to Dunne to come to England to challenge Munroe for his old title. However Peters remains puzzled as to why Maloney rejected a career best purse for Munroe to defend his title against Dunne in Ireland.
“I’d like to thank Frank for his offer," said Peters . "However he neglected to mention that the offer I made to him for Rendall to defend against Bernard was more than double their offer and would have been easily the biggest payday of Munroe’s career. So by Frank's rationale I'm sure he'd admit that the offer he rejected, was very, very, substantial.
“Clearly they are not as confident of beating Bernard as they would like people to think - but if they want to use Bernard’s name to get some publicity then that’s ok too. Our offer stands by the way and should Frank wish to take it up he can give me a call. Either way I wish Rendall nothing but the best in his career. I hope the kind of offers that his team are rejecting come around again for him in the future.”
Peters says that if Maloney still has no interest in his offer he will move on with other plans for Dunne. “There are plenty of other options on the table for Bernard. He’s already been European champion and to fight for a World title has always been the ultimate aim and that’s what we’re building to at the moment.”
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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
Yesterday Maloney claimed that he had made a “substantial offer” to Dunne to come to England to challenge Munroe for his old title. However Peters remains puzzled as to why Maloney rejected a career best purse for Munroe to defend his title against Dunne in Ireland.
“I’d like to thank Frank for his offer," said Peters . "However he neglected to mention that the offer I made to him for Rendall to defend against Bernard was more than double their offer and would have been easily the biggest payday of Munroe’s career. So by Frank's rationale I'm sure he'd admit that the offer he rejected, was very, very, substantial.
“Clearly they are not as confident of beating Bernard as they would like people to think - but if they want to use Bernard’s name to get some publicity then that’s ok too. Our offer stands by the way and should Frank wish to take it up he can give me a call. Either way I wish Rendall nothing but the best in his career. I hope the kind of offers that his team are rejecting come around again for him in the future.”
Peters says that if Maloney still has no interest in his offer he will move on with other plans for Dunne. “There are plenty of other options on the table for Bernard. He’s already been European champion and to fight for a World title has always been the ultimate aim and that’s what we’re building to at the moment.”
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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