Wrestling Links (7-3-11)

Posted on | July 3, 2011 | No Comments

Piledriver: Punk’s promo of the ages provides jolt in slow period Montgomery Advertiser Aspects of the pro wrestling business that never get old, keep fans hooked or bring them back and regain their interest are matches and promos (interviews) that captivate a crowd and provide lifelong memories. Like in the ’80s, when “Rowdy” Roddy Piper … See all stories on this topic »

Champ shows how to be bigger on the inside Sydney Morning Herald A GLOBAL wrestling superstar has added his considerable might to a campaign to stamp out bullying. Kofi Kingston, on tour with the famous wrestling troupe WWE, took time out before competing at Sydney’s Acer Arena on Friday night to tell some young … See all stories on this topic » Sydney Morning Herald

Retro Book Review: Memphis book tells of Sputnik, Masked Men, and Midgets CANOE Wrestling If you are a fan of old school Memphis Wrestling — or simply a student ofwrestling history — then Sputnik, Masked Men, and Midgets: The Early Days of Memphis Wrestling should be in your collection. Ron Hall is the author of the book. … See all stories on this topic » CANOE

Mansfield quick in steer wrestling Amarillo.com Pampa’s Tanner Winkler tries to flip his steer Saturday during the steer wrestling competition at the Will Rogers Range Riders Rodeo at the Will Rogers Range Riders Bud Light Arena. By LEE PASSMORE It’s been called the biggest rodeo weekend of the year … See all stories on this topic »

UNO wrestler Morgan named state college athlete of year Lincoln Journal Star (UNO Media Relations) Mario Morgan took over leadership of the Nebraska-Omaha wrestling team this year. He even carried that role into a passionate and articulate defense of the program before the University of Nebraska Board of Regents. … See all stories on this topic »

VAN BUREN TOWNSHIP: Officials wrestle with safety, county-related issues Heritage Newspapers For the last several months, township officials have been wrestling with a plan to add sidewalks to Belleville Road, from Tyler Road north to Robson Road. The path is often traveled by township residents on their way to Meijer or other nearby … See all stories on this topic »

Enigmatic Debate: Punk’s Shoot, Sting’s New Gimmick, Orton, Best Show? Bleacher Report In case you missed the last two editions, the Enigmatic Debate revolves around the current wrestling world. From Impact Wrestling to the WWE, the Debate discusses any and every topic pro wrestling related. The goal for the series is to spark debates.… See all stories on this topic » Bleacher Report

FOZZY Interviewed In Manchester (Video) – July 2, 2011 Blabbermouth.net Our House conducted an interview with FOZZY — the band featuring WWE wrestlingsuperstar Chris Jericho and STUCK MOJO mastermind Rich “The Duke” Ward — on June 30, 2011 in Manchester, England. You can now watch the chat below. … See all stories on this topic » Blabbermouth.net

Local Wrestler Wins National Title WXXA Jesse Porter, a 9th grader from Shenendehowa who wrestles with the Journeymen, is the Greco Roman national champion after winning his match at the 2011 ASICS USA Wrestling Kids Freestyle and Greco-Roman Nationals on June 27-28. … See all stories on this topic »

Randy Savage: Autopsy Results Revealed Sure Start News Randy, The Macho Man, Savage, whose real name was Randy Poffo, gained fame as a professionalwrestler in the World Wrestling Federation in the 1980’s. Some of his famous bouts were with Andre the Giant, Hulk Hogan, and George “The Animal” Steele. … See all stories on this topic »

 

Blogs

2NE1 appears on WWE wrestling show? By kimchisteve On July 1st, the 619th WWE Friday Night Smackdown was held at Phoenix, Arizona and as always, big wrestlers in tight pants were featured in the ring. So what exactly does this have to do with our very own girl group sensation, 2NE1? … allkpop

 

Mixed Martial Arts Links (7-3-11)

Posted on | July 3, 2011 | No Comments

Original face of UFC back in big way ESPN Being a big fight weekend in the perceived fight capital of the world, plenty of familiar faces in themixed martial arts world were in Las Vegas for the event. Here’s what some of them said immediately following Ortiz’s upset win: Brandon Vera, … See all stories on this topic »

Cruz, Leben defeat legendary foes at UFC 132 USA Today In the opening seconds of their fight, Silva tried erupting with one of the flurries that established him as the premier brawler in mixed martial arts during his peak in Pride Fighting Championships years ago. But Leben blocked most of those punches … See all stories on this topic » USA Today

Local amateur MMA league names title belt after Randy Couture Las Vegas Sun Couture, 47, who’s widely regarded as a mixed martial arts pioneer, said he wanted to step away from fighting on his own terms. This is one champion who’ll be sorely missed. By Allison Duck (contact) The Tuff-N-Uff amateur mixed martial arts league … See all stories on this topic »

Raiders fullback has ‘Better Dayz’ in martial arts San Francisco Chronicle Thanks in part to his mixed martial arts training, Reece emerged from a five-man competition at training camp last year and ran away with the starting fullback job. He scored four touchdowns, including a 73-yard catch-and-run against Denver on Dec. 19. … See all stories on this topic »

Silva and Leben have opposite outlooks on fighting Montreal Gazette He feels he’s in a better place and uncovered his true passion when he moved to Hawaii four years ago to run a gym — teaching mixed martial arts. Leben speaks more proudly about helping a group of high school kids lose 50 pounds and becoming … See all stories on this topic »

Minn. mixed–martial–arts fighter Rogers accused of assaulting wife, is charged … The Republic A telephone number for Rogers couldn’t immediately be found Saturday. Rogers is a 6-foot-4, 270-pound heavyweight fighter. The St. Paul Pioneer Press (http://bit.ly/kVcee1 ) says he became well-known in 2008 for winning the first mixed–martial–arts … See all stories on this topic »

MMA Fighter Brett Rogers Posts Bail, Released From Dakota County Jail Patch.com By Allison Wickler | Email the author | 9:54am Mixed Martial Arts fighter Brett Rogers has been released from Dakota County Jail after he posted bond on $100000 bail, jail records show. Rogers is charged with third-degree assault, domestic assault by … See all stories on this topic »

Local gym looks to promote MMA MyFox Wausau Today, he runs a the Rising Son mixed martial arts gym in Wausau, in order to promote the sport he loves. “Not everybody plays basketball, hockey, that kind of stuff and some people just naturally love martial arts, so just kind of giving that exposure … See all stories on this topic »

Nebraska City police officer accused of assaulting man outside mixed martial … The Republic A Nebraska City police officer has been charged in the assault of a man outside a mixed martial arts event. The Nebraska City News-Press reports charges were filed Friday against 34-year-old Dean Scheideler, who was working as a security guard at the … See all stories on this topic »

 

Blogs

Dagestan fighters bound for MMA glory — RT By RT In the Russia’s southern Republic of Dagestan, where wrestling and boxing are paramount, it was only natural for MMA to flourish. News RSS : Today

Minn. Mixed–Martial–Arts Fighter Charged In Attack « CBS Minnesota By Jonathon Sharp A heavyweight mixed-martials-arts fighter from Apple Valley has been charged with assaulting his wife. CBS Minnesota

 

Web

Assembly committee KO’s mixed martial arts | Democrat and … A bill to legalize professional mixed martial arts competitions in New York failed to navigate its way out of committee and to the Assembly floor for a … www.democratandchronicle.com/…/Assembly-committee-KO-…

UFC 132 LIVE STREAM free: CRUZ vs FABER FIGHT VIDEO, SILVA vs … Watch for free: UFC 132 LIVE STREAM – CRUZ vs FABER FIGHT VIDEO, SILVA vs LEBEN Fight Video, Ortiz Bader. mmaint.com/ufc132livestream

 

Boxing Links (7-2-11)

Posted on | July 2, 2011 | No Comments

Former boxer Joe Calzaghe lands role in horror movie BBC News Welsh boxing legend Joe Calzaghe has landed two acting roles, including one in a horror movie. The former super-middleweight has been taking acting lessons since 2010, trying to carve out a new career after quitting the boxing ring in 2009. … See all stories on this topic » BBC News

Mayweather Jr. takes credit for boxing’s success, says he changed the sport Examiner.com On Thursday, undefeated American boxer Floyd Mayweather Jr. boldly proclaimed that he changed the entire sport of Boxing and is to be credited for the overall success in the increase of PPV’s. Floyd also stated that he pushed the heavyweights out of … See all stories on this topic »

Tapales victorious over Thai boxer in Lanao del Norte Philippine Information Agency Fighting in his home province of Lanao del Norte, Tapales took advantage of strong local support and put on a boxing clinic that resulted in the Filipino dominating every round. “I’m thankful to all those who supported me, especially Governor Khalid … See all stories on this topic »

Cruz stops Carrasquillo fightnews.com The six bout undercard promoted by Peltz Boxing Promotions, featured a crossroads fight between a pair of lightweights as Eliud Torres 5-2-3, 2KO’s and Bryne Green (6-4-1, 3KO’s, which ended in a split decision draw. It was a dangerous fight for the … See all stories on this topic »

Olympic hopeful looking to make women’s boxing history News10.net Olympic hopeful Marina Ramirez trains at the Prime Time Boxing gym in Sacramento. SACRAMENTO, CA – Marina Ramirez’s dream of becoming a part of history is making a pit stop in Del Paso Heights as she fine tunes her boxing game before hopefully becoming … See all stories on this topic »

East Baltimore boxer wins national championship, aims for 2012 Olympic Games ABC2 News A young woman from East Baltimore — who is fighting to win the first-ever gold medal in Olympic women’s boxing took a big step toward that goal last weekend. Franchon Crews won the United States national championship at a tournament in Colorado, … See all stories on this topic » ABC2 News

Billy Costello, Who Won Light Welterweight Crown, Dies at 55 New York Times By RICHARD GOLDSTEIN Billy Costello, who overcame a troubled youth to become an undefeated light welterweight champion in the mid-1980s despite not putting on boxinggloves until he was 19, died Wednesday in Kingston, NY He was 55. … See all stories on this topic » New York Times

Boxer who worked with Roy Jones Jr. faces rape charges Pensacola News Journal A professional boxer who worked at the Roy Jones Boxing Club in Pensacola was arrested Wednesday in Dothan, Ala., and charged with three felony counts of first-degree rape. Larry Duncan White Jr., 33, also was released on Wednesday from a Florida … See all stories on this topic »

UNBEATEN DIEGO MAGDALENO FACES ALEJANDRO PÉREZ IN 10TH ANNIVERSARY SHOW OF … Boxeo Mundial NEWYORK – ShoBox:The New Generation celebratesits 10th anniversary on Friday,July 15, live on SHOWTIME® at11:05 pm ET/PT (delayed on the West Coast) with exactly the type ofdoubleheader that has typified the popular, well-respectedboxing series … See all stories on this topic » Boxeo Mundial

Video: Local celebrities support Flint boxer Anthony Dirrell at his official … The Flint Journal – MLive.com By Eric Woodyard | Flint Journal FLINT — Several local celebrities show up in Atwood to witness Flintboxer Anthony Dirrell’s official weigh in for his bout tomorrow at Atwood. Jon Connor (rapper), Mateen Cleaves (retired basketball player), … See all stories on this topic »

THE MAXIMUM FIGHTING CHAMPIONSHIP AND HDNET ANNOUNCE NEW FIVE-YEAR PACT

Posted on | July 2, 2011 | No Comments

Agreement Makes HDNet the Exclusive LIVE Television Destination for the MFC

 

DALLAS (July 1, 2011) The Maximum Fighting Championship and HDNet are proud to announce a new five-year broadcast agreement. The deal cements the MFC’s status as HDNet’s premiere mixed martial arts promotional partner.

 

“The Maximum Fighting Championship is thrilled to continue its terrific partnership with HDNet and to be working alongside such an amazingly talented cast and crew,” said Mark Pavelich, Owner/President of the MFC.  “Working with Michael Schiavello, Frank Trigg and Ron Kruck has been amazing.  I have seen such growth on both sides of this partnership and it’s amazing to think about where we can go over the course of another five years. “

 

Pavelich formally announced the deal tonight on HDNet’s “Inside MMA.”  The partnership retains the MFC’s status as the only Canadian-based promotion with a live television package for its fans. www.MFC.TV

Mark Pavelich has been HDNet’s most solid and prolific promoter – giving us great match-ups with every event,” said Mark Cuban, Chairman and CEO of HDNet. “Mark sets high goals for the promotion and makes them happen. We are excited to be part of the growth story that is the MFC.”

 

The MFC/HDNet broadcast relationship began in February of 2008 and is expected to continue under the announced deal through the year 2016. Since its debut on HDNet, MFC has produced the first live television broadcast of MMA in the Province of Ontario and crowned six MFC world champions in three different weight classes.

About HDNet

HDNet (www.hd.net) is the independent network with unique and thought-provoking content that appeals to men of all ages and is delivered in true high definition.

 

HDNet is the exclusive, high definition home for innovative, original programming, including the network’s Emmy Award winning HD news feature programs, “HDNet World Report,” and “Dan Rather Reports,” featuring legendary journalist Dan Rather.  Only HDNet goes beyond the headlines to deliver real news that is redefining the way we look at our world.  HDNet News is provocative, sometimes controversial and always relevant – telling the important stories of our time in-depth, with attitude and with independence. HDNet is also the exclusive high definition home to critically acclaimed and award winning documentaries.

 

HDNet is your home for MMA, featuring the best of Mixed Martial Arts with its Friday night series, “HDNet Fights” (www.hdnetfights.com) and HDNet’s “Inside MMA” is the hottest Mixed Martial Arts program on television, giving fans their weekly fix for everything MMA, while “The Voice Vs…,” features Michael Schiavello going one-on-one with some of the biggest names in the sport.

 

HDNet also delivers the world’s largest and most diverse concert line-up through the HDNet Concert Series.  The HDNet Concert Series features leading artists and bands including Paul McCartney, Mariah Carey, John Mayer, Nickelback and more.  HDNet also features revealing lifestyle programming featuring “Art Mann Presents”,” “Deadline” and “Get Out!”

 

Only HDNet Movies (www.hdnetmovies.com) delivers exclusive Sneak Previews of new movies before they hit theaters.  The HDNet Movies Sneak Preview series features top Hollywood stars in critically acclaimed performances including Gwyneth Paltrow, Joaquin Phoenix, Demi Moore, Michael Caine, Tom Hanks, Vera Farmiga, Parker Posey, Brian Cox, Matthew Broderick, Kirsten Dunst, Ryan Gosling, John Malkovich, Emily Blunt, Robin Williams, Charlize Theron and Kim Basinger.

 

In addition to being the exclusive home of Sneak Previews, HDNet Movies viewers enjoy the best films from the classics of the 1950s-1970s, to favorite films from the 1980s and 1990s, to recently released theatrical films.

 

Launched in 2001 by Mark Cuban and General Manager Philip Garvin, the HDNet networks are available in the U.S. via AT&T U-verse, Charter, Comcast, DIRECTV, DISH Network, Insight, Suddenlink and Verizon FiOS and in Canada via Access Communications, Cogeco, Rogers, Shaw Cable and Shaw Direct.

 

The HDNet networks can be followed via Facebook at facebook.com/HDNet, facebook.com/HDNetFights andfacebook.com/HDNetMovies and via Twitter at twitter.com/hdnet, twitter.com/hdnetfights and twitter.com/hdnetmovies.

 

 

Wrestling Links (7-2-11)

Posted on | July 2, 2011 | No Comments

Impact Wrestling: X Division match steals the show Baltimore Sun (blog) The highlight of Thursday’s night’s Impact Wrestling was a match between three guys who aren’t even under contract with the company. In a three-way match between former TNA X Division stars with a spot on the Destination X pay-per-view a week from … See all stories on this topic »

Heart Condition Led to Randy Savage’s Fatal Crash Online News Website “Macho Man” was a boisterous personality during the ’80s heyday of Vince McMahon’s World Wrestling Federation. Colorful even by the standards of professional wrestlers, Savage (whose real name was Randy Poffo) continued to pop up even after his years … See all stories on this topic » Online News Website

Vince McMahon Gets (CM) Punked: The Wrestling Diatribe All the Fans Are … Fast Company The wrestling world has been abuzz this week over an incident that happened at the end of the latest edition of World Wrestling Entertainment’s flagship show, WWE Monday Night RAW. CM Punk, a top WWE performer for the past few years, came out on the … See all stories on this topic »

Potential Hate Crime at California High School Under Investigation Gawker Lauri Apple —An African-American Santa Monica High School student and wrestling team member says that in early May, he walked into a practice room and noticed a brown practice dummy hanging from a noose, then was accosted by teammates who made racist … See all stories on this topic »

Wrestling event to benefit fire dept. The Review NEWELL – An International Wrestling Cartel (IWC) event July 14 featuring a 2005 Oak Glen High graduate will benefit the Newell Volunteer Fire Department. Assistant Chief Tim Steele said Mountain State Madness set for 8 pm July 14 at the Wells School … See all stories on this topic »

Insider News • Live TV & PPV Coverage • Hitlists • Results • Blogs ProWrestling.net The purpose of this editorial is to rundown the latest edition of professional wrestling programming by highlighting the various segments and storylines of the show, quickly recounting what happened, how I feel about what happened, and what I want to … See all stories on this topic »

Visit to Iqaluit just Jim dandy Toronto Sun But it was still a unique experience, when Korderas, a Toronto boy, went to Iqaluit on a Maximum Pro Wrestling Tour in late May — along with a roster of wrestlers including Colt Cabana, Traci Brooks, Matt Morgan and Tyson Dux. … See all stories on this topic »

Former wrestling standout Kenny Monday enters National High School Hall of Fame Tulsa World It was in those venues where the world-class wrestler became legendary. But on Saturday, Monday will be nationally recognized for his accomplishments at Booker T. Washington High School. Monday is one of 12 people who will be inducted into the NFHS … See all stories on this topic »

Try This: Horseplay on tap for 3-day weekend The Columbian The Vancouver Rodeo returns for its 41st year with steer wrestling and many other activities. By Ashley Swanson The Vancouver Rodeo is tonight, Sunday night and Monday afternoon. Now in its 41st year, the Vancouver Rodeo will feature bronc riding, … See all stories on this topic »

 

Blogs

The Pro Wrestling Opinion Show 59 News Results 07/02 by … By TheProWrestlingOpinionShow The Pro Wrestling Opinion Show #59: News & Results. by TheProWrestlingOpinionShow. in Sports. On Air. 9 Min REMAINING. follow. Call in number to speak with the host. (646) 727-2151. If you liked this show, you can follow … TheProWrestlingOpinionShow

 

GLEASON’S GYM REPORT: Fantasy Boxing Camp, A Raffle to Support Our “Give A Kid A Dream” Foundation and London

Posted on | July 2, 2011 | No Comments

 

 

 

Please book early so I can make arrangements at Kutsher’s.

 

Gleason’s Gym will hold the ninth annual Fantasy Boxing Camp August 25 through 28, 2011.

 

The camp is open for everyone that likes boxing. There will be beginners with limited experience and veterans that have participated in several Master’s and White Collar boxing shows.

 

There will be kids and adults both male and female all having fun and hard training lead by Gleason’s top trainers and Hall of Fame boxers.

 

Call Gleason’s Gym at: 718 797 2872 or email bruce@gleasonsgym.net if you have questions or want to book your spot.

 

You can also see information about the Fantasy Camp on our website:www.gleasonsgym.net .

 

Remember, if you cannot attend, you can contribute to “Give A Kid A Dream” and book a spot for an underprivileged youngster from the metropolitan area.

Help! Give A Kid A Dream

 

Buy a raffle ticket today and help Give A Kid A Dream. I  am  raffling off a 2011 Harley Davidson Fatboy and the proceeds will send the new participants to our Fantasy Boxing Camp at Kutsher’s Country Club in August.

 

Only 350 Tickets will be sold!

 

Tickets are 100 dollars each and with only 350 being sold you have a real chance of winning and helping more kids realize a summer dream of going to boxing camp.

Call or Email to purchase. Checks and all credit cards are accepted.

You can get additional information at the Give A Kid A Dream website:WWW.GAKAD.COM.

 

 

LONDON Calling -All  Master Boxers and White Collar Boxers

We now Eighteen men and one female requesting to be on the team.

Please get back to me as soon as possible, so I can choose the team and make arrangements for your opponents.

Gleason’s Gym will bring an International boxing team to London.

The team will compete at York Hall, in London on Friday, September 16, 2011. The card will be billed “Stars and Swipes.”

If you are interested in competing on the Gleason’s team call me at (718) 797-2872 or email me bruce@gleasonsgym.net.

The show is sanctioned by the British ABA.  They have a master’s program up to the age of 40. The other bouts will be White Collar or Basic Boxing.

Schedule your vacation around the fight and be an International Boxer.

For more information, you can call me or email me.

Do not wait to long. A limited number of male and female boxers will be able to compete.

 

 

 

 

Mixed Martial Arts Links (7-2-11)

Posted on | July 2, 2011 | No Comments

Jason Parillo on Training UFC 132’s Tito Ortiz and Career in MMA Bleacher Report Justin and Sean McCully, those guys were all into no holds barred back in the day, it wasn’t even MMA yet. “I was friends with a lot of guys that came down there; I knew Rob McCullough, Tiki (Ghosn) when they were kids, and Tito (Ortiz) when he was … See all stories on this topic » Bleacher Report

MMA “Around the Cage”: Examining the MMA Televsion Landscape for 2012 Bleacher Report In this edition, we take a look at the expiring UFC/Spike contract, and how this will affect the MMA television landscape moving forward. We also look at the return of Pro Elite, and the latest cash grab freak show fight involving Ken Shamrock. … See all stories on this topic » Bleacher Report

Utah MMA fighter will be featured on ESPN’s “Outside the Lines” and “SportsCenter” Salt Lake Tribune (blog) A mixed martial arts fighter from Utah is going to get some love from ESPN this weekend – and not because of what he does in the ring. Rad Martinez of West Jordan will be featured on both “Outside the Lines” and “SportsCenter” on Sunday because, … See all stories on this topic »

Brett Rogers Arrested: MMA Fighter Charged With Beating Wife At Apple Valley Home Huffington Post Mixed Martial Arts fighter Brett Rogers has been charged with assault, stalking and endangerment of a child after police reported that he assaulted and strangled his wife in an Apple Valley home, according to a Dakota County criminal complaint. … See all stories on this topic »

UFC 132 Fight Card: Wanderlei Silva Finally Returns to ‘Axe Murdering’ MMAWeekly The fighter MMA fans lovingly call “The Axe Murderer” – yes, lovingly… affectionately, even – has been on the shelf with an injury for the past 17 months. Saying he’s anxious to get back in the Octagon would be a gross understatement. … See all stories on this topic »

MMA Mid-Year Awards: Jon Jones Reigns Supreme MMAFrenzy.com Chris Weidman has the pedigree to be an elite mixed martial artist. The former NCAA wrestling All-American and Serra-Longo protégé opened his career with four wins on the local level. When Rafael Natal pulled out of his fight with Alessio Sakara at UFC … See all stories on this topic »

UFC 132 Preview & Predictions Heavy.com Saturday night, UFC 132 brings to a close a tremendous run of six consecutive weekends with a premiere mixed martial arts event on the calendar. UFC 130 may have missed the mark to start of this extended run, and Strikeforce’s voyage to the Lone Star … See all stories on this topic » Heavy.com

Yahoo! Contributor Network Yahoo! Sports Outside of the Rogers family, this incident is also a black mark on mixed martial arts. Many mixed artists are already stereotyped as violent thugs that are only in the octagon to satisfy their bloodlust. The sport itself is seen by some critics as … See all stories on this topic »

Dana White: Chael Sonnen Coming Back Soon FightLine.com By Mark Wayne | July 01, 2011 The brash Oregonian has arguably become the most controversial fighter in all of mixed martial arts, both as a result of his outlandish trash talking and frequent out-of-the-cage troubles. However, unless you pay attention … See all stories on this topic »

UFC 132 preview and predictions: Fan’s take Yahoo! Sports Contributor Network 12 hours, 16 minutes ago For the first time in what seems like forever, there is no major mixed martial arts card on the calendar for next week, so let’s hope UFC 132: Cruz vs. Faber leaves a lasting impression in our minds. … See all stories on this topic »

 

COY “PRETTY BOY” EVANS TO HEADLINE ON FRIDAY JULY 8TH AT THE PALLADIUM IN PHILADELPHIA

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Inaugural “Salute to Philly Boxers” card to feature Philly’s own Fred Jenkins Jr., Tyrone Crawley Jr., Bo Latimer, Marc Rideout, Makidi Ku Ntima, and Reynaldo Ojeda taking on Ramon Ellis.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

PHILADELPHIA (July 2, 2011)—On Friday night July 8^th at The New Palladium in Philadelphia, “Salute to Philly Boxers” will present its inaugural boxing card which will feature some of the brightest young fighters in the city and will be headlined by undefeated Coy “Pretty Boy “Evans.

Evans of Philadelphia has established himself as one of the top Featherweight prospects in the country as he is undefeated with a record of 10-0-1 with two wins coming via knockout.

The twenty-six year old has shown improvement in every bout as he is slowly stepping up the competition.

Evans turned pro on October 22, 2004 with a four round unanimous decision over Edward Valdez at The Legendary Blue Horizon.  He continued to fight veteran fighters such as thirty-five fight veteran Carlos Diaz in just Evans’ sixth fight.

He showed some power as he scored his two knockouts in a three fight span over Vineash  Rungea and Morris Chule.

Evans is coming off a six round unanimous decision over forty-one fight veteran Felipe Almanza on January 28^th in Philadelphia.

Evans opponent will be announced shortly

In the six round co-feature, Stan Martyniouk will take part in a six round Lightweight bout.

The native of Antelope, California sports at record of 10-1 with one win coming by knockout.

The twenty-six year old turned pro on October 19, 2007, with a four round split decision over tough Gerardo Robles.

That fight set off a streak of ten in a row which included wins over Jovann Jones (9-4); Jorge Marquez (3-0); fifty-six fight veteran Anthony Martinez; Jonathan Ramirez (5-2) and Jonathan Bobadilla (4-2).

Martyniouk suffered his first professional defeat in his last bout as he dropped a six round unanimous decision to Khadaphi Proctor on November 27, 2010 in Oakland, California.

Martyniouk’s opponent will be announced shortly.

In a four round Super Middleweight bout, undefeated Fred Jenkins Jr. (2-0, 1 KO) of Philadelphia, PA will take on Stephen Franklin (0-5) of Martinsburg, WV

Tyrone Crawley Jr. of Philadelphia will be making his pro debut against an opponent to be named in a four round Jr. Welterweight bout.

Crawley Jr. is the son of former world title challenger Tyrone “Butterfly” Crawley.

Bo Latimer of Philadelphia will be making his pro debut in a four round Jr. Middleweight bout against Allen Perkins (1-3) of Frederick, Maryland.

The big boys will be in action as Marc Rideout of will make his pro debut against Makidi Ku Ntima (1-1, 1 KO) in a four round battle of Philadelphia based Heavyweights.

Rounding out the card will be undefeated Reynaldo Ojeda (4-0, 2 KO’s) taking on Ramon Ellis (1-6) in a four round Lightweight bout.

Tickets for this exciting evening of boxing are $60 (Ringside) and $40 (General Admission) and be purchased by calling Wilkes Productions at 215-222-7127; at www.wilkesproductions.com or at the New palladium

The New Palladium is located at 229 West Allegheny Ave in Philadelphia

 

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