SUPER SIX WORLD BOXING CLASSIC SEMIFINALISTS CARL FROCH & GLEN JOHNSON Media Conference Call Highlights

Posted on | May 25, 2011 | No Comments

World Boxing Council (WBC) Super Middleweight Champion Carl “The Cobra” Froch, Glen “The Road Warrior” Johnson and promoter Lou DiBella held an international media conference call on Wednesday to discuss their upcoming Semifinal bout in the Super Six World Boxing Classic on Saturday, June 4, LIVE on SHOWTIME^® at 9 p.m. ET/PT (delayed on the West Coast) from Adrian Phillips Ballroom at Atlantic City’s Boardwalk Hall in Atlantic City, N.J.

Froch (27-1, 20 KOs) will defend his World Boxing Council (WBC) title against Johnson (51-14-2, 35 KOs), a former world champion. The Froch-Johnson winner will advance to the tournament Final to face World Boxing Association (WBA) champion Andre Ward, who secured a Final berth with a dominating victory over Arthur Abraham on May 14 in the other Semifinal bout.

The tournament champion earns the inaugural Super Six World Boxing Classic Cup and global recognition as the world’s No. 1 168-pound fighter.

The event is co-promoted by DiBella Entertainment, Warriors Boxing and Carl Froch.

Here is what the principals had to say on Wednesday.

CARL FROCH:

“I’m in great shape and have been in New York for the better part of two weeks which should give me plenty of time to get acclimated to this fight. It’s quite hot and humid but it’s the same in England. I should be getting the time difference out of my system here over the next few days and just look forward to the fight next week. I can’t wait to put on a great show in the Super Six Semifinals.

“As far as I’m concerned I’m an unbeaten fighter coming into this fight. I still consider myself unbeaten. That loss (against Mikkel Kessler) was maybe a little injection or a kick in the ass, whatever you want to call it, to get me back to where I was when I became champion against Jean Pascal when he was firing on all cylinders because he didn’t look like he was the other night. He let that fight slip away from him (against Bernard Hopkins) and didn’t seem to be in condition. Since that fight (against Pascal) I’ve only fought against top opposition: Jermain Taylor, Andre Dirrell, Mikkel Kessler, Arthur Abraham and now Glen Johnson.

“I come into this fight very, very confident and very strong. I’m in my prime. I’m 33 years old and fitter than I’ve ever been. I’m quite meticulous and a perfectionist about my workouts and training regime. I’m hitting times on my runs that I was hitting when I was 26, 27 years old. I’m doing the same amount of push-ups and sit-ups and pull-ups all in the time frame. I’m just feeling really, really fit and like I did when I fought Arthur Abraham. Never mind 12 rounds I can go 25 rounds right now. That’s how great I feel. I’m looking forward to this fight and I’m looking forward to putting a show on.”

You’ve had three fights and Green slipped in with one against a substitute fighter in the Super Six. Do you think that will make a difference in this fight?

“I’ve had three fights but I made easy work of two of them. I made easy work of Andre Dirrell. I’ve done more damage shaving myself than what Andre Dirrell did. And against Arthur Abraham I made easy work of that. I mean the only fight that was hard work was the Mikkel Kessler fight and that was my own fault. I stood in front of him for four or five rounds and made a fight of it which I shouldn’t have done and there’s reasons why I did that. I don’t think we should worry about how we got to this stage of the Super Six but the fact is we are here and in the Semifinals and I’m sure it means just as much to Glen as it means to me and it’s just as important to him. So we’ll forget about the past and worry about the here and now.

“I don’t want to talk too much tactics but the plan is always to hit and not get hit. The one thing about Glen Johnson is I don’t think I’ll have to go looking for him. I don’t think he’s going to be on his back foot looking to jab and pick me off. He doesn’t have the speed or the skill to match me. So he’s going to come straight ahead.”

What do you think about Andre Ward?

“He’s got some skills. He’s an Olympic gold medalist but having that doesn’t win world titles all the time and we’ve seen that recently. These top amateurs don’t always make top pros. He’s obviously won some great fights and he beat Mikkel Kessler which is a fighter I was close to so he’s got that. But other than that if you look at his record I haven’t been too impressed with him as far as who he’s fought or how he’s won. Ward’s definitely a threat and someone I have to take seriously but I know I can beat Ward. One thing he’s lacking is punching power and that’s a big factor in the professional ring.”

Will you be boxing Johnson or will you be looking to use your power punches?

“I’ll do a little bit of both. I’ll box around him and jab, chop, jab, chop with a lot of combinations. I don’t think it would be wise for him to sit in front of me for too long. If he walks into me he’s going to be taking on some shots. We’ll see how much the referee thinks he can take. It’s going to be brutal if he keeps walking forward and taking shots. He’s only had one fight at super middleweight and that was against Allan Green who is not a super middleweight, he’s too tall and too big. I watched that fight and Allan Green was dead from round two and three and he managed to take Glen to eight rounds. I’m going to be fresh and fit and strong and powerful with fast combinations from round one to round 12. I really wish this fight was 15 rounds.

“I think I’ll get my vengeance against Glen Johnson. He’s a great fighter and a war horse and I won’t disrespect him. He really knows what he’s doing but I would have rather fought Mikkel Kessler just purely for the revenge. I’m a warrior myself. It’s a big thing for me to have lost that fight against Mikkel Kessler because I’m serious about this business and that blemish on my record, I’d love to get that corrected before I retire. Someday after I hang them up I want to be able to say I lost that decision to Kessler but I won it back. I’ve avenged that defeat. I think if he fights (Lucian) Bute in Montreal he’ll lose but if he gets it in Denmark I think he’ll win so let’s hope he gets that fight in Denmark.

“The final person to hold the Super Six Cup will have withstood the test of time. This tournament has given boxing fans and the press a lot to talk about and has given us a lot of fights that might not have happened. So it’s been a great thing. There’s been some negative things but all that negativity is totally unnecessary. It’s been a fantastic tournament with some top-level fights and fights that would not have happened. Big accolades have to go to Ken Hershman and all of the promoters and Lou DiBella who has had three fighters in this tournament.”

GLEN JOHNSON:

How you fought any one in your career style-wise like Carl Froch?

“Not really. He’s a tall guy that really kind of fights short sometimes. But in his last fight he actually fought tall and used his reach and boxed the way he’s supposed to box and the way he’s built to box. I’ve boxed tall guys before but never guys who have scrunched down and tried to be a short guy. But we are prepared for either style that he shows and we’re looking forward to an exciting fight.

“My advantage is being Glen Johnson. I think I know boxing inside and out. I’m going to go in there confident and use my skills to my potential and you’ll see me come out victorious. Carl Froch is a great fighter and I have no disrespect toward him. This is a business and I’m going in there to win the fight. All the talk and all the other stuff goes out the window. This is for all the marbles so we’re going in there to win the fight.

“I wish I would have listened to my manager a long time ago and gone down there (to super middleweight) sooner. But I think things happen for a reason. I’m just really, really excited for this opportunity.”

Why did you resist your manager?

“The main reason is that I didn’t think I would be able to maintain that weight. I always felt like super middleweight wasn’t who I was and I didn’t want to put the strain on to make that weight.

“I’m not concerning myself too much with what Carl Froch’s plan is or what he’s going to do to be honest with you. I’m more concerned with what I’m going to do. I’m focused on my game plan and what I have to do. I have a winning formula and I don’t think Carl Froch is the one who can tell me different.”

Are you approaching this fight like a last-chance fight?

“I definitely feel a little bit of urgency for this fight. I mean, I’m not getting any younger. I’m not going to take any fight for granted. I know I have a lot of skills and talent left in me and I’m looking forward to showing that to the people. I’m here to show the people what I can still do and want to walk away from this tournament being the champion. I know there are people still skeptical about what I can do at my age but I actually get excited when people mention my age and focus on my age because that means they are not focused on my skills and what I bring to the table.”

Did Hopkins’ win over the weekend give you some inspiration?

“(Laughing) Bernard fought a wonderful fight and congratulations to him for the win. I knew he was definitely going to win the fight but I didn’t know if he was going to get a decision. Kudos to him. He’s definitely an inspiration to us old guys.”

Do you think you’ll get a rematch with him?

“I don’t know. I want it. I don’t know if Bernard wants it though. I just have to take it one fight at a time and not be the problem and we’ll see what happens.”

LOU DiBELLA:

“I think we have a terrific fight ahead of us. Carl Froch is a tremendously exciting champion and has only been in good fights and the same could be said of Glen Johnson.

“I think Carl Froch is one of the most under appreciated champions in the world. He’s a tremendous talent and has great flair in the ring and a lot of pizzazz outside of it. I’m just a big fan of Carl Froch.

“As many have said before if you don’t like Glen Johnson then you don’t like boxing. I think he’s one of the most widely respected fighters in the game. There’s not another fighter in the game who doesn’t respect Glen Johnson. He’s a road warrior who’s once again on the road in New Jersey. You never know what an old mad can do which is what Bernard Hopkins just showed.”

 

TONY FERRANTE TOPS IMPRESSIVE UNDERCARD AT ROUND 3 FRIDAY JUNE 3RD AT HARRAH’S IN CHESTER, PA

Posted on | May 25, 2011 | No Comments

Ocasio; Brown; Tiberi; Jenkins and the pro debut of Naim Nelson highlight ROUND 3 Undercard at Harrah’s Chester on June 3^rd

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

CHESTER, PA (May 25, 2011)—On Friday night June 3^rd at Harrah’s in Chester, Joey Eye Boxing along with David Feldman will present ROUND 3 that will be headlined by a six round Lightweight scrap between Philadelphian’s Victor Vasquez and Gutavo Daily.

Fans in attendance will be treated to a six bout undercard that will feature some of the most popular and up and coming talent in the Philadelphia.

Topping the undercard will be popular Light Heavyweight Tony Ferrante of Northeast Philadelphia taking part in a six round bout against Joe Park of Florence, South Carolina.

Ferrante, 26 years old, won his first nine bouts which included wins over Anthony Pietrantonio (6-1) and he won the WBF United States title with a eight round majority decision over Billy Bailey.

Ferrante lost that title when he dropped a ten round unanimous decision to Chuck Mussachio (15-1-2).

Ferrante will be looking to get back in the win column after he was stopped in three rounds to undefeated Ronson Frank (15-0) on January 28^th

The Thirty-seven year old Park of Florence, South Carolina has a respectable record of 8-5 with six knockouts and will be a good test for Ferrante as he has fought some top prospects.

Park won his first four bouts via stoppage before dropping an eight round unanimous decision to undefeated Shane Benefield (11-0).

After three more wins, Park lost to former world title challenger LaJuan Simon (13-0-2).

Park has also fought Marcus Upshaw (3-0) and his last bout came against undefeated knockout artist Jason Escalera (5-0) where Park was stopped in three rounds back on June 25^th, 2009.

In a four round Lightweight bout, undefeated Lightweight Angel Ocasio will see action against Randolph Scott.

Ocasio, twenty-one years old of Philadelphia, has a record of 4-0 with one knockout is coming off an impressive four round unanimous decision over George Santiago as part of ROUND 2 that took place on March 18^th at Harrah’s in Chester.

Besides his exciting style, Ocasio brings a rabid fan base that has supported him emphatically through his first four bouts

Scott, twenty-seven of Sailsbury, Maryland has a record of 0-3 and is coming off a six round unanimous decision to Jamie Palma (13-13-1) on May 9, 2009.

Twenty-two year old undefeated Middleweight Rashad Brown (3-0, 1 KO) of Philadelphia will battle Phillip Burnette (2-2, 1 KO) of Myrtle Beach, South Carolina.

Brown will making his first start in his home state after three straight wins in Atlantic City.

In his last outing, Brown stopped undefeated Darryl Parker (2-0) on March 26^th as part of the Yuriorkis Gamboa – Jorge Solis world Featherweight title card.

Burnette, twenty-six, will be looking for his third straight win as he is coming off a unanimous decision victory over experienced William Wilson (8-6) on February 18^th.

Part of the “Delaware’s First Family of Boxing”, Super Featherweight Joey Tiberi (3-1, 3 KO’s) will be looking to thrill his fans when he battles Jonathan Ocassio (0-7) of Philadelphia in a bout scheduled for four rounds.

After his scintillating pro debut knockout as part of ROUND 2 in March, Super Middleweight Fred “Freddy J” Jenkins Jr. of Philadelphia will take on six fight vet Corey Preston.

The twenty-four year old Jenkins, who is the son of longtime and well known Philadelphia trainer Fred Jenkins, looked explosive in taking out Scott Brunner in two rounds on March 18^th.

Preston, 1-5 of North Carolina has been in with tough competition and Jenkins will be the fourth undefeated fighter that he has faced.

Rounding out the card will be the pro debut of Lightweight Naim Nelson taking on Kywame Hill.

Both Nelson and Hill are from Philadelphia so bragging rights will be at stake.

Hill has a record of 1-7 but the combined record of the thirty-three year old is 21-3-3.

The fights will be recorded for a tape delay broadcast by www.gfl.tv

THERE WILL BE A PRESS CONFERENCE AT LOU TURK’S—500 POWHATTEN AVE. IN ESSINGTON, PA ON WEDNESDAY JUNE 1^st at 7pm

THE WEIGH IN WILL TAKE PLACE ON THURSDAY NIGHT JUNE 2^nd at 6pm AT LOU TURK’S

BOTH EVENTS ARE OPEN TO THE PUBLIC

Tickets are now on sale for $100 (VIP); $60 (Ringside) and $45 (General Admission) and can be purchased at the Harrahs Chester Gift Shop; By calling Joey Eye (267-304-9399); David Feldman (610-291-0806); 800-480-8020 or on www.webtix.net

 

FUEL TV EXPANDS SHARK FIGHTS PARTNERSHIP

Posted on | May 25, 2011 | No Comments

Network Adds Six More 2011Events

LOS ANGELES, CA and AMARILLO, TX – FUEL TV (www.fuel.tv), Fox Sports Media Group’s dynamic entertainment and sports network for young males, and Texas-based mixed martial arts promotion company Shark Fights announces an expanded television agreement that adds six upcoming Shark Fights events in 2011, starting with Shark Fights 15 next month. Each fight event airs as a two-part series, creating a total of 12 hours of original Shark Fights mixed martial arts programming for FUEL TV’s Friday Fight Night programming block.

Shark Fights 15 features marquee fighters including UFC veteran Chris Camozzi, Strikeforce veteran Joey Villasenor, and many more. FUEL TV airs the event in prime time on June 17 and June 24 at 10:00PM ET/PT. The remaining events and air dates are to be announced. As part of its original agreement with the promoter, FUEL TV aired Shark Fights 13 on consecutive Fridays in April.

“We’re excited to have Shark Fights as part of our regular line up of fight programming on FUEL TV’s Friday Fight Nights,” says George Greenberg, FUEL TV GM. “These are great matches with exciting fighters who are putting it all on the line every time they enter the ring.”

“Everyone at Shark Fights is thrilled that our FUEL TV network debut was so well received,” says Shark Fight Promotions Executive Wes Nolen. “Now, with the launch of FUEL TV’s Friday Fight Night, Shark Fights fans have a destination for our programming. We’re all thrilled to be part of the growth of MMA on FUEL TV, and it’s truly an honor to be aligned with the FOX Sports Media Group family.”

Shark Fights is produced for FUEL TV by Bud Brutsman and his team at BCII. Brutsman and BCII are responsible for producing all the early King of the Cage pay-per-view programs, as well as bringing the first Pride Fighting Championships programming to the U.S. on DVD.

“By combining the production quality that BCII will provide with the effort and focus that FUEL TV is putting into Friday Fight Night, we have no doubt that FUEL TV and the Fox Sports family will take Shark Fights to the next level and put it on par with the best MMA promotions in the country,” says Nolen.

FUEL TV’s Friday Fight Night features epic “must see” fights every Friday night at 10:00PM ET/PT. For more information on Shark Fight Promotions, please log on to www.sharkfights.com. For more information on FUEL TV, please visit www.fuel.tv.

FUEL TV:
FUEL TV is the only cable and satellite television network that features the exciting world of adrenaline and thrill-seeking sports and the stories that surround them. This new generation of sports provides a rich landscape of some of the most vibrant and action-packed television entertainment in the world. See why young adrenaline sports fans call FUEL TV the channel they never turn off. FUEL TV, part of FOX Sports Media Group, was launched July 1, 2003 and is seen in more than 30 million U.S. homes and can be accessed by broadband, mobile devices and other digital platforms such as iTunes®. FUEL TV programming is available in more than 50 countries around the world with 24/7 channels operating in Australia and Europe. To subscribe to FUEL TV, call 877-4-FUEL-TV. For program times and other information, visit www.fuel.tv.

FOX Sports Media Group
FOX Sports Media Group (FSMG) is the umbrella entity representing News Corporation’s wide array of multi-platform US-based sports assets under Chairman & CEO David Hill. Built with brands that are capable of reaching more than 100 million viewers in a single weekend, FSMG includes ownership and interests in linear television networks, digital and mobile programming, broadband platforms, multiple web sites, joint-venture businesses and several licensing partnerships. FSMG now includes FOX Sports, the sports television arm of the FOX Broadcasting Company; Fox’s 19 regional sports networks, their affiliated regional web sites and FSN national programming; SPEED and SPEED2; Fox Soccer Channel and Fox Soccer Plus; FUEL TV; and Fox College Sports. In addition, FSMG also includes FOX Sports Interactive Media, which comprises FOXSports.com on MSN, whatifsports.com and scout.com, reaching over 27 million unique visitors monthly. Also included are Fox’s interests in joint-venture businesses FOX Deportes, Big Ten Network and STATS, LLC, as well as licensing agreements that establish the FOX Sports Radio Network, FOX Sports Skybox restaurants and FOX Sports Grills.

Shark Fight Promotions:
Shark Fight Promotions, based out of Amarillo Texas, is an established, fast-rising fight promotion company, dedicated to driving the growth of mixed martial arts through the production of high quality MMA events and by effectively showcasing MMA fighters. The organization takes pride in putting the fans and fighters first; therefore they strive to make each Shark Fight event more exciting than the last. Executives within the organization are committed to producing impressive fight cards with extremely competitive match-ups. They are also passionate about their philanthropic endeavors. Shark Fight Promotions stays very involved in charity causes by partnering with, and contributing to, non-profit organizations in each city that hosts a Shark Fight Promotions event.

UFC/Strikeforce Newsletter (5-25-11)

Posted on | May 25, 2011 | No Comments

All New TUF, Plus Get Ready For UFC 130 On Spike
The quarterfinals continue on an all new Ultimate Fighter, followed by the premieres of UFC In The Moment Rampage Jackson and Countdown to UFC 130 – starting at 9pm on SPIKE

Tickets On Sale Now For UFC Fan Expo In Houston Oct 7-8
Taking place at the George R. Brown Convention Center, featuring fighter appearances, special events, interactive Q&A’s, meet & greets, training & development sessions, a full sized Octagon and more! Purchase tickets now at ufcfanexpo.com

Bid On Boots For A Good Cause
Bid on rare UFC memorabilia signed by Royce Gracie, GSP, Chuck Liddell and more! Proceeds benefit the Lone Survivor Campaign

 

UFC 130 Rampage vs Hamill on Pay-Per-View – Saturday, May 28 – Las Vegas, NV The Ultimate Fighter Finale on SPIKE/Rogers Sportsnet – Saturday, June 4 – Las Vegas, NV

 

The Cutman, a boxing musical A good play that needs your support!

Posted on | May 25, 2011 | No Comments

ONLY TWO WEEKS LEFT!!!   Cutman a boxing musical May 12, 2011 – Jun. 5, 2011 Cutman is the dramatic story of a young Jewish boxer who dreams of being the Welterweight Champion of the World.  Trained by his father in the basement of their synagogue, he turns pro and takes the boxing world by storm.  But when his shot at the title fight is scheduled on the eve of Yom Kippur, he must choose between achieving his lifelong dream and his faith.  From rock to pop to hip-hop to R&B, Cutman boasts a contemporary score that is sure to pack a knockout punch! Recommended for ages 8+   Tickets On Sale Box Office 860.873.8668 Purchase Online Anytime   Multimedia Listen to music from the show, check out rehearsal photos, find out about special ticket offers, events, and more.

 

Five Time World Champion Robert Guerrero Recognized for his Community Efforts by the Santa Clara County Board of Supervisors

Posted on | May 25, 2011 | No Comments

FIVE TIME WORLD CHAMPION ROBERT ‘THE GHOST’ GUERRERO RECOGNIZED FOR HIS COMMUNITY EFFORTS BY THE SANTA  CLARA BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

Press Release For Immediate Release

Silicon Valley, Calif. – May 25, 2011 – Santa Clara County SupervisorMike Wasserman and the Santa Clara County Board of Supervisors presented Five-Time World Champion Robert “The Ghost” Guerrero with a Proclamation on May 24, 2011 in recognition of his commitment to giving back to the community by raising money for the Leukemia and Lymphoma Societyand being a positive youth role model.   Wasserman commented, “Today, we recognize boxing champion Robert “The Ghost” Guerrero for serving as a role model for youth and giving back to the community.  Robert is an inspiration to us all and I thank him for coming to receive this Proclamation from the Santa Clara County Board of Supervisors.”   “First thing I want to do is thank God because all this would not be possible without him,” said Guerrero.  “Being a professional athlete, I believe it’s my obligation to give back to the community and that’s what I’m going to continue to do.  I love boxing and it’s my passion, but the most important thing is family and that’s why I stepped away to be by my wife when she was ill.  I’m going to bring as much awareness to the bone marrow registry.  People say its tough being a boxer, but its nothing compared to what a cancer patient has to go through.  I want to thank everyone…it truly is an honor to be getting this award.”   Golden Boy Promotions CEO Richard Schaefer commended Guerrero stating, “Robert Guerrero exemplifies the true meaning of a professional athlete.  He is an inspiration to people of all ages not only for his accomplishments in the ring, but also outside the ring with his commitment to community outreach.  On behalf of Golden Boy Promotions we want to congratulate Robert and applaud him for giving back to his community and receiving this honor from Santa Clara County.” For more information on Guerrero and updates on his upcoming fights, visit www.goldenboypromotions.com, follow us on Twitter at www.twitter.com/GoldenBoyBoxing www.twitter.com/GHOSTBOXING, or become a fan on Facebook at www.facebook.com/GoldenBoyBoxing orwww.facebook.com/GHOSTBOXING.

 

WCF today announced nine more main card fights with five more fights expected to be released in the coming days !

Posted on | May 25, 2011 | No Comments

– World Championship Fighting today announced nine main card fights for its upcoming WCF 11 event taking place June 18th, with five more fights expected to be released in the coming days !   As previously announced, the main event features three-time UFC veteran Dan Lauzon facing top ten ranked New England Lightweight Noah Weisman for the 155lb WCF Lightweight Championship.   The co-main event features a bout between two of New England’s top five ranked Featherweight fighters in WEC & Strikeforce veteran Anthony Leone (8-4) of Team Bombsquad and 5th ranked fighter in the northeast Bill Jones (9-3). Jones, a local 145lb Champion, is a winner of five of his last six fights finishing all of his opponents in the first round. Leone is coming off of a WEC fight against Renan Barao, training partner to UFC Champion Jose Aldo, and a bout against The Ultimate Fighter veteran Jeff Lentz.   Also on the main card is a Middleweight match-up between Perry Filkins of Miletich Fighting Systems of New Hampshire and Ranger Up Sponsored Fighter and US Marine Corp Staff Sergeant John Walsh. Filkins, one of the most exciting fighters in New England, has an extensive amateur background and has continued his success as a pro becoming one of the most highly touted prospects. Walsh, an instructor at MACE (Marine Corps Martial Arts Center of Excellence), is a highly decorated Staff Sergeant and veteran of eight combat tours of duty with the US Marine Corps and veteran of 12 professional MMA bouts.   Fight Card Includes:   WCF 155lb Lightweight Championship Fight Dan Lauzon (Lauzon MMA) vs Noah Weisman (Rail City MMA)   Main Card 145 lbs Anthony Leone (Bombsquad) vs Bill Jones (Team Kaos) 185 lbs Perry Filkins (MFS-NH)  vs  John Walsh (Ranger Up) 145 lbs Nelson Gaipo (Dragon Lair) vs Mike Marcioni (SSSF) 145 lbs Al Jamain Sterling (Bombsquad)  vs  Lucas Cruz (TapOut) 155 lbs Joe Manzello (The Factory)  vs  Pedro Da Silva (Warrior Pride) 170 lbs  Eddie Brito (Valor) vs  Jim Pitner (USMMA) 160 lbs  Shawn Summy (Dragon Lair) vs Mario Cardia ( Combat Sports) 170 lbs Zack Costello (MAXX)  vs  Thomas Roy Gussler   *** Fight Card Subject To Change ***   Get your tickets now by visiting www.WCFighting.com WHERE: Aleppo Shriners Auditorium, 99 Fordham Road, Wilmington, MA 01887   WHEN: Saturday, June 18th, 2011. Doors open at 6:30PM, first fight at 7:30PM.   World Championship Fighting, the Ultimate in Mixed Martial Arts Fighting!

 

Boxing Links (5-25-11)

Posted on | May 25, 2011 | No Comments

Zbikowski: ‘Boxing is a very addictive drug’ ESPN (blog) After a successful — albeit brief — season in the pro boxing ring, Baltimore Ravens safety Tom Zbikowski has decided to hang up his gloves — for now. The 26-year-old withdrew Tuesday from his June 4 undercard fight, scheduled to be held at LA’s … See all stories on this topic » ESPN (blog)

Boxing: World champion Cleverly’s praise for ‘talented’ Rees WalesOnline A new fighter, primed for a world championship fight was sought as promoters scathed the boxingranks. Braehmen was stripped of his title, which was handed to Cleverly, who continues to add to hisboxing curriculum vitae. He was finally billed against … See all stories on this topic »

‘Pacquiao could lose fans because of one-sided fights’ ABS CBN News Larry Merchant, longtime boxing commentator for HBO Sports, said this applies to boxingsuperstar Manny Pacquiao who has been running out of good opponents as of late. “I think that Pacquiao has created such a high standard for himself that he’s going … See all stories on this topic »

McCain and King seek pardon for boxing great Jack Johnson Reuters PHOENIX (Reuters) – Senator John McCain and Representative Peter King said on Tuesday they would reintroduce a resolution to pardon boxing legend Jack Johnson, the first black heavyweight champion of the world who was jailed after having a relationship … See all stories on this topic » Reuters

Idec: Time for Jones Jr. to hang up the gloves NorthJersey.com This should strictly be a time to celebrate a first-ballot Hall of Fame fighter for succeeding atboxing’s highest level while well into his 40s. It is difficult to forget, though, that on the same day Bernard Hopkins, 46, became the oldest man in … See all stories on this topic »

Freddie Roach gets show on HBO ESPN By Dan Rafael Star boxing trainer Freddie Roach is used to having cameras follow him around when he is preparing pound-for-pound king Manny Pacquiao for fights. Now, he will take center stage as the star of a new six-episode unscripted primetime series … See all stories on this topic »

Boxing Legend Muhammad Ali Calls for Iran to Release Detained Americans NTDTV Boxing great Muhammad Ali, one of the most prominent US Muslims, joined other US Muslim leaders on Tuesday in an appeal to Iran’s supreme leader to show mercy and free two Americans held on suspicion of espionage. Lonnie Ali, wife of the 69-year-old … See all stories on this topic »

Prizefighter Boxing: Lynes eyeing revenge against Witter SaddoBoxing.com By Boxing Press May 25th, 2011 All Press Releases Colin Lynes is aiming to go one step further in his second appearance in Prizefighter – and hopes to take out Junior Witter on his way to glory on June 7 at York Hall, Bethnal Green. … See all stories on this topic »

Oscar De La Hoya: 5 Reasons He’ll Rule Boxing After Rehab Bleacher Report Boxing’s “Golden Boy” reportedly admits that cocaine led to infidelity in his marriage, per TMZ. Now that he’s trying to repair his life, De La Hoya may come back better than ever. Here’s five reasons he’ll rule boxing after rehab. … See all stories on this topic » Bleacher Report

 

Blogs

HBO to follow boxing trainer in reality series ‘On Freddie Roach … By Melissa Maerz For those who still mourn “Lights Out,” there’s more boxing drama to come: ” Friday Night Lights” director Peter Berg will team up with HBO for the reality series “On Freddie Roach,” the network announced on Tuesday. Due to premiere in. Show Tracker – http://latimesblogs.latimes.com/showtracker/

Peter Berg Gets in HBO’s Corner for Boxing Reality Series | TheWrap TV Series will focus on trainer Freddie Roach, who coached Tyson, De La Hoya, Pacquiao and other champions. TheWrap.com – Entertainment Industry… – http://www.thewrap.com/column/rss/*

 

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