Boxing Links (1-1-12)

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2011 Boxing Fighter of the Year: Andre Ward Opposing Views By Nick Tylwalk Other top ranked boxers had more victories during 2011. Certainly, quite a few produced more explosive wins. But if fulfilling long-held expectations and proving your class against some of the best competition out there means anything … See all stories on this topic »      Opposing Views

Pacquiao keeps boxing above all sports in 2011 Tempo By Lily O Ramos MANILA, Philippines (PNA) — World boxing icon Manny Pacquiao had a controversial win over Mexico’s Juan Manuel Marquez in their World Boxing Organization (WBO) welterweight match last November but, just the same, the first-ever boxer … See all stories on this topic »

Newspaper claims Boxing Day night-out caused Rooney axe TheFootballNetwork.net By Chris, The Daily Mail claims that Wayne Rooney was left out of Saturday’s clash with Blackburn Rovers after going out for a Boxing Day meal with his wife Coleen and other Manchester United team-mates. The newspaper also claims that defender Jonny … See all stories on this topic »

Boxing: Best Heavyweight Slugfests of All Time (Video) Bleacher Report Ike “The President” Ibeabuchi remains one of the strangest cases in modern boxing after amassing a 20-0 record followed by a lengthy prison sentence that completely derailed his career. Ibeabuci was 235 pounds, one of the heaviest hitters anyone ever… See all stories on this topic » Bleacher Report

Manchester shooting: murdered student Anuj Bidve’s killer “laughed” as he fled Mirror.co.uk by Gethin Chamberlain and Adrian Butler, Sunday Mirror 1/01/2012 THE gunman who shot student Anuj Bidve dead on Boxing Day LAUGHED as he fled, the victim’s family have been told. Speaking from their home in India, the 23-year-old’s relatives said they… See all stories on this topic »      Mirror.co.uk

Boxing: Sanders returning to chase world glory Peterborough Today By Bob French After retiring from professional boxing two years ago, the 54 year-old trainer from Orton Longueville has been lured back into the sport by a lucrative offer from a Sheffield-based promoter. Sanders, who achieved every honour there was … See all stories on this topic »      Peterborough Today

Full Report: Taylor-Nicklow, Dirrell-Cunningham fightnews.com Mentioned as one of boxing’s top fighters pound for pound in the world, nothing seemed to stand in the way of Taylor towards stardom. However, in a span of two years and two weight classes, Taylor suffered three brutal knockouts within four losses, … See all stories on this topic »

In 2011 Boxing Was The Savior of Philippine Sports BoxingScene.com By Ronnie Nathanielsz Inspired by the incredible achievements of pound for pound king Manny Pacquiao through the years, boxing has once again been the savior of Philippine sports in the international competitive arena. Four world champions is by any … See all stories on this topic »

Year of the Underdog: There were surprises galore in 2011 Fight News When I interviewed Quillin for Boxing Monthly he didn’t wish to discuss the sparring sessions — it seemed to me that he didn’t want to say anything uncomplimentary about a boxer who had sparred with him — but he did say he was “surprised” that Ishida … See all stories on this topic »

Johnny Garcia: March bout on Showtime with Top Rank Boxing invite ‘great exposure’ HollandSentinel.com By LEE LAMBERTS The next time unbeaten Holland boxer Johnny Garcia steps into the ring, there will be more people cheering him on than just his fans in the arena. On March 23, the 29-year-old light welterweight will be part of the ongoing Showtime … See all stories on this topic »

 

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Snooki Starts ‘Team Snooki Boxing‘ Venture, Signs Three Irish … By Ricky Doyle The Jersey Shore star might not throw on a pair of gloves herself, but she has already begun assembling her team, known as Team Snooki Boxing, according to NBC10 in Philadelphia. Snooki has signed three Irish brothers — Patrick “Pajo,” … NESN.com – Sports News – Red…

Video: Kimbo Slice wins boxing match over Charles Hackmann last … By Geno Mrosko Kimbo Slice won his third professional boxing match last night (Dec. 30) in Miami, Oklahoma, over a fitness trainer named Charles Hackmann. MMAmania.com

Kimbo Slice Won His Third Pro Boxing Match Last Night By Steve Barry Alistair Overeem, Brock Lesnar and Fedor Emelianenko weren’t the only big-name heavyweights who fought last night. Kimbo Slice did too, albeit in a boxing. MMA Convert

 

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Overnight Open Thread – Boxing Day Edition Overnight Open Thread – Boxing Day Edition. I’m still kinda on vacation which means the ONT is going to be minimal for the next few days. So you’ll have to … minx.cc/?post=325061

Happy American Boxing Day | Rex Hammock’s RexBlog.com In the U.S., we don’t have Boxing Day. In the U.S., the day after Christmas is, well, the day after Christmas. However, when Christmas is on Sunday, the federal. www.rexblog.com/2011/12/26/38488

S.F. woman pursues goal of boxing in Olympics – SFGate Raquel Miller grew up as a street fighter in San Francisco’s Bayview district but has matured into a disciplined boxer with her eye on an Olympic gold medal in … articles.sfgate.com/…/30560456_1_olympic-trials-boxing-ben…

Wrestling Links (1-1-12)

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Youth Wrestling Program Ready to Fuel Highland Patch.com In part II of our look at Highland’s attempt to revitalize its athletic program, we look at the youthwrestling program and its impact on the future of Tartans wrestling. By Eric Schwartz Youngwrestlers practice with the Wall of Fame behind them. … See all stories on this topic »

The Top Five Tag Teams in Mid-South Wrestling Yahoo! Sports Contributor Network 4 hours, 46 minutes ago As I sit here in 2011 writing wrestling articles, I cannot believe the pitiful state of tag team wrestling across all promotions. Back in the 1980s, tag teamwrestling was an art practiced by master craftsmen … See all stories on this topic »

Durfee wrestling tops rival Somerset at Petrillo Cup Wicked Local Durfee’s Eric Benevides quickly pins Somerset’s John Silva in Saturday’s 13th annual Salvadore Petrillo Memorial Cup wrestling event. By Ian Abreu Picking up your first win of the season is always an important accomplishment. … See all stories on this topic »

Glenbard wrestlers turn up the heat with hot yoga workouts Chicago Tribune The wrestling team has started integrating a Bikram yoga class into its schedule in place of some routine practices, said assistant coach Pat McCluskey, who first lured some members of the team to the 90-minute classes in 2010 after he took one at the … See all stories on this topic »

UFC 141 Results: A Non-Wrestling Fan’s Farewell to Brock Lesnar and Other Post … Bloody Elbow Now I am grew up in the ’90s , I went from ages 4 to 14 during the golden age of pro wrestling and I couldn’t care less about it. Nothing against pro wrestling fans but if I want to watch scripted fighting I’d like them to have swords, … See all stories on this topic »

Duke wrestlers back in action News & Observer After nearly a month off from competition, the Duke wrestling team returns to action today at the Southern Scuffle tournament hosted by UT-Chattanooga. The tournament features 22 teams, including four ranked among the top 11 nationally. … See all stories on this topic »

WRESTLING: California Baptist 1-2 at Grand Canyon Duals Press-Enterprise The California Baptist University wrestling team found the going tough Saturday at the Grand Canyon Duals in Phoenix, Ariz., losing two of three matches despite perfect days from three athletes. Jimmy Martinez at 125 pounds, Alex Anunciation (133) and … See all stories on this topic »

Former wrestling diva Torrie Wilson hooks up with Alex Rodriguez allvoices By Jennifer Rees Recent rumors have it that former wrestling diva Diva Torrie Wilson is dating baseball slugger Alex Rodriguez and many reports have reinforced the ‘yet to be substantiated news.’ Torrie Wilson, a WWE Diva and 2004 Playboy cover model, … See all stories on this topic »

Vacaville High School wrestling goes 3-3 at prestigious Clash TheReporter.com By Reporter Sports Staff Vacaville High School’s wrestling team finished third in the fifth of eight brackets on the final day of the The Clash national dual-match tournament in Rochester, Minn., on Saturday. Vacaville went 1-2 on Saturday to finish … See all stories on this topic »

‘Serious’ season about to commence in wrestling Norwich Bulletin Ledyard’s Brandon Finney prepares to wrestle against Daniel Hand’s Ben Onofrio on Friday during the 145-pound match at the Sachem Duals in Hebron. Finney lost, 4-3. By MARC ALLARD The end of December heralds the start of the dual wrestling season, … See all stories on this topic »

 

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That was awesome! (clap clap clapclapclap): Catch wrestling is fun … By Sergio Hernandez A form of wrestling not often seen today is catch wrestling. Here’s a clip that shows how great it can be. Cageside Seats

Cat and Parrot Wrestling : Stuff I Stole From the Internet By StuffIStoleFromTheInternet Cat and Parrot Wrestling. Posted by StuffIStoleFromTheInternet on Saturday, December 31, 2011 · Leave a Comment. Better be careful parrot, cats aren’t exactly known for their patience. … Stuff I Stole From the Internet

 

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FLASH: Legendary wrestling coach, pioneer, leader Myron Roderick … Roderick was an athlete, coach and administrator at Oklahoma State and the co- founder of the United States Wrestling Federation. www.themat.com/article.php?ArticleID=24505

Welcome to the world of women’s arm wrestling | Matt Davis | Sport … Matt Davis: The Collective of Lady Arm Wrestlers compete for fun, funds and empowerment. www.guardian.co.uk/…/claw-ladies-arm-wrestling-amy-smack…

A-Rod in sleeper hold of ex-Playboy centerfold and model Torrie … Hardbodied blonde beauty an ex-pro wrestler … Torrie Wilson, ex-Playboy centerfold and formerwrestling diva, has been spotted several times with New York … www.nydailynews.com/…/a-rod-sleeper-hold-playboy-centerf...

World Boxing Federation: The Fight To Ireland – WBF Gaelic/Celtic Championship Inaugural North American Event Announced

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The World Boxing Federation has announced “The FIGHT to IRELAND” to support their newly created regional European title, the new WBF Gaelic/Celtic Championships

The FIGHT to IRELAND is a direct road to IRELAND, now American Professional Fighters can compete to earn the right to represent North America in the World Boxing Federation Gaelic/Celtic Championships.

The Fight to Ireland w ill be promoted nationally by Alex Beadle, President of the Georgia Boxing Association. Mr. Beadle stated “this is a great opportunity for Irish American/ Celtic fighters to compete to fight in their home country.

Irish American fighters have contributed greatly toward early American boxing history and we (fighters and fight fans) are forever grateful.

It is an honor to promote a title that embraces the heritage of some of the most feared fighters in history.

It is our goal to finale The Fight to Ireland each year on St. Patrick’s Day. We believe Irish and boxing goes hand and glove, unless you ask the late great Irish bare knuckle champion Dan Donnelly who probably would say he could do without the gloves”.

On behalf of myself  WBF North American Coordinator Alan Santana, WBF President Howard Goldberg, WBF Irish Republic Representative David Walshe, WBF European Coordinator Olaf Schroeder and The World Boxing Federation welcomes Mr. Beadle and his team to build our WBF Gaelic/Celtic Championships here in North America.

The first fight is scheduled to begin March 17th St. Patrick’s Day in Savannah, GA. The WBF Gaelic/Celtic Championships is open to the six original Celtic nations are Ireland, Scotland, Wales, Cornwall, Brittany and the Isle of Man, however Gaelic people also have roots in parts of Spain, Portugal, France and Nova Scotia.
Credit for the creation of these championships goes to new  WBF Irish Republic Representative David Walshe, who reasons: “The criteria to qualify for an Irish title restricts many non-Irish-based boxers the opportunity to fight for what is seen in their eyes as a very important title because of their Irish lineage.

The WBF Gaelic Celtic Championships, however, includes hundreds of boxers
all over the world and gives them a chance to box for an Irish-connected title.”

EVENT SUMMARY

The Fight to Ireland begins with the World Boxing Federation’s inaugural Gaelic /Celtic Title. This title is offered to the six original Celtic nations Ireland, Scotland, Wales, Cornwall, Brittany and the Isle of Man. Regardless of citizenship American boxers with Celtic heritage is the mark for eligibility to fight for this prestigious World Title.

The World Boxing Federation has approved the winner of this fight an ANNUAL guaranteed title fight in Ireland. Ireland has been the origin of boxing for some of the most feared fighters’ in history.

With Ireland’s deep rooted boxing heritage and North America’s National celebration of St.Patrick’s Day, we believe this to be an excellent opportunity to promote the FIGHT to IRELAND in front of millions of spectators looking to embrace a true Irish-American past time.

The FIGHT to IRELAND’s global vision is to have the best Celtic/American fighter become the State Parade Champion then represent America and his great family name in the biggest fight in Ireland. To achieve this, we embrace sponsors’ willing to have their products and services, showcased and associated with the professional global boxing.

The Debut FIGHT to IRELAND will be fought on St.Patrick’s Day in Savannah Georgia.The city of Savannah host the second largest St.Patrick’s Day celebration outside of Ireland. This event draws approximately 600,000 spectators and national media coverage. The FIGHT to IRELAND will be interwined inside the national coverage of the St. Patrick’s Day parade equipped with a “GBA fight float” with a pre-negotiated position behind the world famous Budweiser Clydesdales horses. The live event will be covered by FoxSouth seen in 10 million homes in over 7 states.

Mixed Martial Arts Links (1-1-12)

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MMA’s best non-UFC moments of 2011 Sportsnet.ca When people are asked to list the best moments in mixed martial arts in 2011 the vast majority of the responses will involve the Ultimate Fighting Championship. But whether they happened in a hexagon, ring, or circular cage, some of the best MMA … See all stories on this topic »      Sportsnet.ca

Dr. Margaret Goodman leads effort to clean up boxing, MMA New York Daily News BY Christian Red Dr. Margaret Goodman’s goal, with help of Victor Conte (below), is to eliminate use of performance-enhancing drugs in boxing and MMA through the creation of the Voluntary Anti-Doping Association (VADA). After she was appointed to the … See all stories on this topic »      New York Daily News

2012 World MMA Lightweight Scouting Report – #6 – Eduard Folayang Bloody Elbow Most notably, the Filipino mixed martial arts scene has yet to fully develop into a proving ground for emerging prospects. The scene, while full of life from a fan perspective, doesn’t have the strength of competition to deem Folayang the “real deal” … See all stories on this topic »

Lesnar’s retirement leaves UFC short on stars Yahoo! Sports His impact upon the business side of the UFC and the sport of mixed martial artswas significantly greater than his actual fighting ability. Young fighters like Nate Diaz and Johny Hendricks, who both scored important victories at UFC 141 on Friday to … See all stories on this topic »      Yahoo! Sports

UFC 141: What Is Left for Jon Fitch in MMA? Bleacher Report For a fighter like Fitch, someone who has beaten some of the best in his division and accomplished so much in his career, there really isn’t much left for him in mixed martial arts. That is, unless he’s serious about making another title run. … See all stories on this topic »      Bleacher Report

Yahoo! Contributor Network Yahoo! Sports Volkmann is his own person, but he also represents the UFC and the mixed martial artscommunity every time he gives an interview either in the octagon or for a sports media outlet like Fanhouse. Volkmann’s words about the president are unintelligent, … See all stories on this topic »

DREAM results recap: Fedor Emeliankenko knocks out Satoshi Ishii to close New … MMAmania.com In addition to the usual mixture of kickboxing and MMA bouts, this year’s show also included professional wrestling matches courtesy of Inoki Genome Federation (IGF) founder Antonio Inoki. While that may seem odd to American fans, having all three on … See all stories on this topic »

2012 World MMA Lightweight Scouting Report: #7 – Zorobabel Moreira Bloody Elbow The popularity of mixed martial arts and its global reach has created a high demand for Brazil’s best grappling talent. The most successful training camps in the world house highly-qualified Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu masters, instilling their knowledge on … See all stories on this topic »

The Brock Lesnar MMA experiment comes to an end Newsday Click here The Brock Lesnar MMA experiment comes to an end December 31, 2011 12:38 PM By MARK LA MONICA mark.lamonica@newsday.com Four fights into his career, Brock Lesnar stood inside the cage with a heavyweight championship belt in his hand. … See all stories on this topic »      Newsday

Gina Carano took her fighting to a new level for ‘Haywire’ Los Angeles Times The former mixed martial arts champion was trained by a former special-ops fighter for the role in the action film. Gina Carano, who stars in the action drama “Haywire,” trains with Aaron Cohen, the technical adviser for the movie, at the Burro Canyon … See all stories on this topic » Los Angeles Times

 

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History in the Making: Brock Lesnar makes the jump to … – MMA Mania By Sergio Hernandez A major chapter in the life of mixed martial arts closed last night when Brock Lesnar retired. He walked into the sport as a “fake fighter” and leaves as its biggest star. MMAmania.com

 

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Woodley Hopes to put Missouri MMA on the map with ATT Evolution … Dan Stupp, MMAJunkie.com – Tyron Woodley isn’t opening a gym for the sake of opening a gym. Instead, the top Strikeforce welterweight contender has much … www.strikeforce.com/…/woodley-hopes-to-put-missouri-mma-…

Dana: Brock can retire, but he’s under contract – MMA News At the UFC 141 post-fight press conference Dana White was asked about Brock Lesnar’s retirement from MMA following his loss to Alistair Overem. The UFC’s … www.mixedmartialarts.com/…/Dana-Brock-can-retire-but-hes-…

Fedor Notches Another Victory in Japanese MMA Circuit

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Boxing Links (12-31-11)

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ROBERT MORALES on BOXING: Pacquiao not waiting for Mayweather; Bradley plan … Long Beach Press-Telegram By Robert Morales, boxing columnist With Floyd Mayweather Jr. going to jail for a domestic violence conviction, it’s doubtful he will be able to participate in a fight with welterweight champion Manny Pacquiao until perhaps the latter part of 2012. … See all stories on this topic »

BOXING: Taylor and Dirrell impressive in returns Press-Enterprise BY DAVID A. AVILA MORONGO CASINO — World class fighters Jermain “Bad Intentions” Taylor and Andre “The Matrix” Dirrell won their respective bouts impressively at the Morongo Casino on Friday. Both Dirrell and Taylor had been out of the ring for more … See all stories on this topic »

Goodbye to boxing greats Sir Henry Cooper, Joe Frazier and Gary Mason and … Mirror.co.uk British boxing said goodbye to Gary Mason, tragically killed in a cycling accident at the age of 48, and to my dear friend Sir Henry Cooper. ‘Enery was a giant of the British boxing scene, a noble warrior who became a household name when I was growing … See all stories on this topic »    Mirror.co.uk

Shaw TV buys Palooka’s Boxing Club TheChronicleHerald.ca The building that housed Palooka’s Boxing Club on Gottingen Street in Halifax is up off the canvas. Entrepreneur Mickey MacDonald opened the club in 2008 to provide free and accessible boxing and martial arts programs for the city’s at-risk youth. … See all stories on this topic »

Dereck Chisora and 10 Heavyweight Boxers to Keep an Eye on in 2012 Bleacher Report Before his fight with Robert Helenius many felt Chisora was a boxer who had less talent then he thought and was destined to stay in the local British heavyweight scene. In the end he lost the decision, but many thought it was a robbery and it actually … See all stories on this topic »      Bleacher Report

Danbury boxer Rodriguez ranked fifth in the world by WBC Greenwich Time Danbury boxer Delvin Rodriguez has been ranked among the top junior middleweights in the world by another one of boxing’s major governing bodies. The World Boxing Council ranked Rodriguez No. 5 in the world in the super welterweight division in the … See all stories on this topic »

Boxing club film debuts Sunday Las Cruces Sun-News Three-time Emmy award-winning director Adrian Guzman produced, “Let’s Shine,” a 90-minute documentary about the Las Cruces Police Athletic League (PAL) Boxing Club. The show gives an in-depth look at the boxing program’s main focus: keeping “at-risk” … See all stories on this topic »

Victor Ortiz’s Boxing License in Question After Saying He Tried to Break Floyd … Larry Brown Sports By Larry Brown December 31, 2011 – Posted in Boxing Victor Ortiz’s Nevada boxing license is in question after the fighter admitted he intentionally tried to break Floyd Mayweather’s nose with a headbutt, Lance Pugmire of the LA Times reports. … See all stories on this topic »

Reality TV star Snooki starts ‘Team Snooki’ boxing venture NBCSports.com Team Snooki Boxing will feature three Irish brothers, Patrick “Pajo”, Eddie and Paul Hyland – all champions in their respective classes. The Hyland Brothers will headline a night of boxing at Resorts Casino Hotel in Atlantic City on Saturday, … See all stories on this topic » NBCSports.com

 

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New Super Brochure Video: Printing, Boxing & Mailing | Ron Paul … By Ron Paul First New Super Brochure Video: Printing, Boxing & Mailing. Submitted by Ron Paul First on Fri, 12/30/2011 – 17:18. in. Activism. 15 votes. Thanks to you, over 3.5 million Super Brochures have been printed and counting! This is your grassroots … Ron Paul 2012 | Peace . Gold . Liberty

In Flex We Trust » Boxing: Floyd Mayweather Completes Second … By Sabrina Attorneys for boxer Floyd Mayweather Jr. completed the second part of a plea deal Friday that let the championship fighter pay a $1000 fine and avoid trial and jail time for a November 2010 scuffle with a homeowner association security guard … In Flex We Trust

Wrestling Links (12-31-11)

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Wrestling: Iowa wins Midlands Championships Waterloo Cedar Falls Courier EVANSTON, Ill. – The University of Iowa wrestling team swept its five semifinal matches to secure the team title over host Northwestern Friday at the Midlands Championships. The Hawkeyes won just one of their five championship bouts, but still scored a … See all stories on this topic »

Wrestling Rearing for Southern Scuffle ASU Appalachian Mountaineers To ring in the new year, Appalachian State wrestling is set to join 21 other teams as the nation’s topwrestlers converge on Chattanooga for the ninth annual Southern Scuffle to be held Sunday and Monday, Jan. 1-2 at the McKenzie Arena on the UTC … See all stories on this topic »

Wrestling review of the year The Sun By ROB McNICHOL & PHIL ALLELY THE WRESTLING world witnessed a number of highs and some tragic lows over the last 12 months. The Rock returned to WWE and recaptured the magic that made him such a huge superstar in the mid 1990s. … See all stories on this topic »      The Sun

TNA Wrestling: My Top 10 Moments of the Year Bleacher Report As the weeks passed, the Charismatic Enigma went around to the TNA wrestlers in the locker room and apologized to them. Some told him to go to hell and leave TNA while others accepted his apology but will be watching him closely. … See all stories on this topic »      Bleacher Report

Wrestling: Waupun’s Huenink takes fourth at On The Water Fond du Lac Reporter Only one area wrestlers finished in the top four of their weight class on Friday at the On The Water Classic at UW-Oshkosh’s Kolf Center, although two area competitors came very close to making the championship round. Laconia’s Cody Moon had a … See all stories on this topic »

Allegan wrestling team wins inaugural Portage Central tournament honoring … MLive.com (Erik Holladay | Special to the Gazette) PORTAGE — Friday’s festivities were essentially a tip of the cap by members of the Portage Central wrestling program to a man they say got them where they are. “Anybody you talk to about Portage Central … See all stories on this topic »

HS WRESTLING: Granahan, Laytos outlast opponents in Tunkhannock Kiwanis finals Scranton Times-Tribune After two days of competitive wrestling, the finals of the 34th annual Tunkhannock Kiwanis tournament came down to who could outlast whom. Seniors Mark Granahan of Scranton and Eric Laytos of Lackawanna Trail used the conditioning and hours of work… See all stories on this topic »      Scranton Times-Tribune

Wrestling: So. Door’s Englebert third On the Water Door County Advocate Southern Door’s Jacob Englebert and Colin Schubert and Sturgeon Bay/Sevastopol’s Cody Stephenson and Lucas Stephenson led the way for Door County high school wrestlers at the 56-team Oshkosh Lourdes On the Water Classic tournament, held Thursday and … See all stories on this topic »

Wrestling: Bergen County Holiday Tournament weight-by-weight NorthJersey.com 195: Top-seeded Eric McMullen of North Bergen made a splash in his first North Jersey tournament, outmuscling second-seeded Razohn Gross, 5-3, and winning the matchup of region champions to be named the tournament’s Most Outstanding Wrestler. … See all stories on this topic »      NorthJersey.com

Prep wrestling: Lincoln, Mishicot compete in Oshkosh Herald Times Reporter The Manitowoc Lincoln and Mishicot wrestling squads participated in the Oshkosh Lourdes Tournament on Friday and came away with several strong performances. Lincoln placed 18th in the 41-team field, with 136.5 points, while the Indians finished 33rd … See all stories on this topic »

 

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No. 21 Wrestling Rings in New Year at Southern Scuffle – University … Cavaliers among eight top-25 teams competing Jan. 1-2 in Chattanooga, Tenn. Virginia Headline News

Jonathan Gonzalez and Badou Jack Named to ESPN Top Prospects List for 2011

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Warriors Boxing is proud to announce that two of its young fighters, junior middleweight Jonathan “Mantequilla” Gonzalez and super middleweight Badou Jack “The Ripper”, have been named to ESPN Columnist Dan Rafael’s Super 25 list of the best prospects of 2011.   22-year-old Gonzalez, co-promoted by Warriors along with Gary Shaw Productions, is 14-0, 13 KOs. 28-year-old Jack, co-promoted by Warriors along with Lou DiBella, is 9-0, 8 KOs.   According to the esteemed columnist Rafael, Gonzalez is “…a strong volume puncher who loves to bull forward and look for knockouts. But he can also box and fights in a confident, relaxed manner. He picked up his most notable victory in June, when he broke down onetime contender Richard Gutierrez in impressive fashion to win a lopsided decision on Showtime’s “ShoBox” in New York on the eve of the annual Puerto Rican Day parade.”   Rafael describes Jack as “…a bit of a project, but he can fight and is a crowd-pleasing, come-forward fighter with solid power. Although born in Sweden and now living in Las Vegas, he was the first boxer to make the Olympics for the African country of Gambia (his father’s native nation) in 2008. He turned pro in 2009 and fought in Europe but fought only once in 2010 before relocating to the United States, where he has won all four of his 2011 bouts, each by knockout.   “Being included in a list like this bodes very well for both guys,” said their promoter, Leon Margules, President of Warriors Boxing. “Dan is one of the premier writers in the sport and he knows his stuff. Superstars and world champions have appeared on his yearly list before ascending to the top of the sport and we’re very happy Jonathan and Badou have both been included in such esteemed company.”

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