Tag: Chris Algieri

Chris Algieri has impressive Win in his first defense of the WBO International Title against Tommy Coyle

CHRIS ALGIERI (now, 24-3 9KO's) was very impressive in winning his first defense of the WBO International Title (140 lbs) against tough Brit, TOMMY COYLE (25-5 12KO's), at the mecca of boxing, Madison Square Garden Saturday. The fight, which was a supporting fight on the Anthony Joshua vs Andy Ruiz Heavyweight Championship Bout, was streamed live on DAZN and lived up to its fullest potential.  The large British contingent at Madison Square Garden, could be heard backing their fighter, Coyle, while the hometown New York fans were behind Algieri.  Even the promoters could be heard ringside, Joe DeGuardia cheering for Algieri and Eddie Hearn backing Coyle.   Coyle fought well early, appearing to hurt Algieri in the second, however in classic Algieri style, he was able to weather Read more [...]

Algieri takes on rising star Errol Spence Jr. in primetime as Premier Boxing Champions on NBC returns to Barclays Center in Brooklyn – Press Release

BROOKLYN (March 17, 2016) - Former world champion Chris Algieri is excited to cheer on his alma mater, the Stony Brook University Seawolves, as they hit the court for the first men's basketball NCAA Tournament game in the school's history.  "The older I get, the less I believe in luck, but I want to wish good luck to my alma mater, the Stony Brook Seawolves, in the opening game of the NCAA tournament later tonight," said Algieri.  The Long Island-native graduated with a bachelor's degree in Health Care Sciences and is currently on the advisory board of the Seawolves United Athletic Department. In 2015, he established the "Chris Algieri Champion Lifestyle Scholarship Fund" in 2015. "The program has come such a long way over the past few years," Algieri continued. "It is an inspiration to Read more [...]