Tag: Press Release

Willie Monroe Jr. “I am Ready, Willing and Able to take on Canelo”

NEW YORK (July 20, 2020) - Former two-time world title challenger Willie Monroe Jr. has thrown his hat in the ring for a potential showdown with four-division champion Canelo Alvarez that would take place in September. Monroe (24-3, 6 KOs) of Rochester, New York has won three bouts in a row, and feels that he not only has signed to fight Canelo in the past, but he has as many credentials as some of the names that are being mentioned as possible opponents. "This is a fight that is four years in the making," said Monroe.  "What happened was when I fought Gabriel Rosado four years ago, I signed a contract to fight Canelo.  I think his people were arrogant in thinking that I would not win that fight.  Well, I won that Read more [...]

Michael Dutchover Training Camp Quotes and Photos

   Photos by Kyte Monroe - Thompson Boxing Promotions PHILADELPHIA, PENN/ / ORANGE, CALIF. (July 20, 2020) -  Lightweight prospect Michael "West Texas Warrior" Dutchover (13-1, 10 KOs), who is co-promoted by Banner Promotions and Thompson Boxing, will face Jorge Marron Jr. (18-1, 6 KOs) in a 8-round main event this Sunday, July 26, 2020 as TBP presents 3.2.1 Boxing, a live Pay-Per-View streaming event. Dutchover, who is coming off his controversial loss to Thomas Mattice on ShoBox, has been in camp working to make a statement, meanwhile his opponent Jorge Marron Jr., views this bout as life changing should Read more [...]

Undefeated super featherweight Jesus Vasquez, Jr. joins Ryan Roach’s Fighter Locker stable

BOSTON (July 16, 2020) - Undefeated super featherweight prospect Jesus Vasquez, Jr. (6-0, 2 KOs), fighting out of Englewood, Colorado, has signed a managerial contract with Ryan Roach's Fighter Locker. "I talked to my coach, Leroy Miller, who I've been with since the beginning, and it made sense to us," Vasquez, Jr. talked about why he signed with Roach. "I had a good feeling about Ryan." "I knew Jesus was a special fighter when former world champion Vernon Phillips reached out to me and said that there's a special kid out here you should look at," Roach commented. "I spoke with his coach and it seemed like a perfect fit. Leroy is a great coach and I look forward to working with him. Jesus is very experienced and a well-rounded fighter. Read more [...]

Split-T Management’s Will Madera to take on Felix Verdejo in Main Event TONIGHT in Las Vegas

NEW YORK (July 16, 2020) - TONIGHT at The MGM Grand in Las Vegas, Split-T Management undefeated lightweight Will Madera will take on highly-regarded and world ranked Felix Verdejo in a 10-round bout that will serve as the main event of a card that can be seen live on ESPN (8 PM ET / 5 PM PT). Madera of Rochester, New York has a record of 15-0-3 with eight knockouts. The 29 year-old Madera has been one of the most underrated fighters in the division as he the seven year veteran has split his time plying his trade between The United States and Canada. Madera has win over Norbert Gluck (6-0), Gabriel Duluc (11-2) and his breakout performance when he won an eight-round unanimous decision over Thomas Mattice (13-0-1) in a bout that was televised Read more [...]

Javier Martinez wins Pro Debut in Shutout Fashion over Ryan Burrs in Las Vegas

NEW YORK (July 15, 2020) -  Highly regarded prospect Javier Martinez made a successful professional debut by winning a four-round unanimous decision over Ryan Burrs in a middleweight bout at The MGM Grand in Las Vegas.   Martinez is under the guidance of Split-T Management's Tom VanNewhouse. Martinez boxed well and featured a strong right hook, especially to the body. He made Burrs back up on several occasions with those hard right hooks as the tall southpaw won by scores of 40-36 on all cards.  With the win, the 24 year-old native of Milwaukee, Wisconsin is now 1-0. "I went in there with a game-plan that I thought that I was fighting a southpaw.  I quickly adjusted.  I should have used my jab Read more [...]

Devin “The Dream” Haney “I’m anxious to get back in the ring. I want all the smoke”

LAS VEGAS, NV (July 10, 2020) – Undefeated WBC Lightweight champion, Devin “The Dream” Haney (24-0, 15 KOs), sounds off, putting the big names surrounding his weight class on notice as he awaits the announcement of this next fight. In addition, Haney gives his thoughts on his next fight during the COVID-19 pandemic as well as the mental and physical benefits of being quarantined. I’m excited to get back in the ring,” said Devin Haney. “This has been the longest time between fights in my career. My body received a well deserved rest. I’m blessed." "Lately, I’ve been fortunate to spend a lot of time with “TBE” Floyd Maweather. Being compared to Mayweather is the ultimate compliment Read more [...]

Split-T Management’s Eric Puente Remains Undefeated with Win Over Diego Elizondo in Las Vegas

Split-T Management's Eric Puente Remains Undefeated with Win Over Diego Elizondo in Las Vegas NEW YORK (July 8, 2020) -  Lightweight prospect Eric Puente remained perfect by winning a four-round majority decision over Diego Elizondo on Tuesday night at the MGM Grand in Las Vegas. Puente landed the more telling blows as he took his time against an awkward southpaw that stood 5'10". Puente picked it up after the 2nd frame as he used pressure and worked the body.  He mixed up his punches well with body shots and right hands. The 20 year-old Puente shook off a 16-month layoff, by winning his Las Vegas debut by scores of 39-37 twice and 38-38. With the win, the Visata, California native upped his mark Read more [...]

Heavyweight Contenders Carlos Takam and Jerry Forrest Weigh-In Ahead of Tomorrow Nights Main Event on ESPN

CARLOS TAKAM (L) & JERRY FORREST (R) AT TODAY'S WEIGH IN AHEAD OF TOMORROW NIGHT'S HEAVYWEIGHT SHOWDOWN ON ESPN Wednesday July 8, 2020 (Las Vegas, Nevada) Highly regarded Star Boxing world heavyweight contender, CARLOS TAKAM (38-5-1 28KO's) continues his march for a second world title shot this Thursday night against tough challenger JERRY FORREST (26-3 20KO's), a winner of 19 of his last 20 bouts. Both heavyweights tipped the scale this afternoon inside of the ESPN bubble at the MGM Grand in Las Vegas, Nevada. Takam looked to be in phenomenal shape weighing in at a strong 245.7 lbs, a testament to his work ethic through the difficulties of finding training during the COVID pandemic. Forrest weighed in at a fit 225.6 lbs and looked to Read more [...]

Split-T Management’s Undefeated Lightweight Eric Puente set for Fight with Diego Elizondo TONIGHT in Las Vegas

Split-T Management's Undefeated Lightweight Eric Puente set for Fight with Diego Elizondo TONIGHT in Las Vegas NEW YORK (July 7, 2020) -  Undefeated lightweight prospect Eric Puente returns to the ring when he takes on Diego Elizondo in a four-round lightweight bout at The MGM Grand in Las Vegas.  The 20 year-old Puente, who is managed by Split-T Management is 2-0, and he will be making his 1st appearance since his unanimous decision over Alejandro Lopez Huerta on March 23, 2019 in Costa Mesa, California. Puente, of Vista, California was a 2016 National Youth Open Champion, and was a member of Team USA.  Puente was a favorite to be a member of the 2020 United States Olympic Team. Elizondo of Carson City, Nevada is Read more [...]

EverybodyFights (EBF ROCK) and Punch4Parkinson’s (P4P) Event charity event Saturday, July 11

SALEM, N.H. (July 6, 2020) -- EverybodyFights (EBF ROCK) and Punch4Parkinson's (P4P) have jointly announced a partnership to host the EBF ROCK X PUNCH4PARKINSONS charity event Saturday, July 11, at the new location (303 South Broadway) of EverybodyFights in Salem, New Hampshire.  This fundraiser event will benefit P4P and Alzheimer's research. Parkinson's and Alzheimer's are closely tied, both are neurological disorders that deteriorate the brain. "It's been difficult for me to put this into words," EBF ROCK Owner/Operator Chris DaVeiga explained. "On May 6th, we lost my father, Raul R. DaVeiga. While it was ultimately due to COVID-19, my dad was actually taken from us, mentally/emotionally, a few years ago due to advanced Alzheimer's and Dementia. "Dad Read more [...]

charity event Saturday, July 11, at the new location (303 South Broadway) of EverybodyFights in Salem, New Hampshire

ALEM, N.H. (July 6, 2020) -- EverybodyFights (EBF ROCK) and Punch4Parkinson's (P4P) have jointly announced a partnership to host the EBF ROCK X PUNCH4PARKINSONS charity event Saturday, July 11, at the new location (303 South Broadway) of EverybodyFights in Salem, New Hampshire. This fundraiser event will benefit P4P and Alzheimer's research. Parkinson's and Alzheimer's are closely tied, both are neurological disorders that deteriorate the brain. "It's been difficult for me to put this into words," EBF ROCK Owner/Operator Chris DaVeiga explained. "On May 6th, we lost my father, Raul R. DaVeiga. While it was ultimately due to COVID-19, my dad was actually taken from us, mentally/emotionally, a few years ago due to advanced Alzheimer's and Dementia. "Dad had been in a long-term care Read more [...]

Split-T Management’s Isiah Jones Defeats Previously Undefeated Donte Stubbs

NEW YORK (July 1, 2020) -  Split-T Management's Isiah Jones scored a six-round majority decision over previously undefeated Donte Stubbs in a middleweight bout at The MGM Grand in Las Vegas. Jones of Detroit was fighting for the 2nd time in two weeks, outworked Stubbs, and won by scores of 59-55, 58-56 and 57-57. The fight was televised live on ESPN. With the win, it pushed the record of the 2016 National Golden Gloves champion to 9-2. The 25 year-old took the fight on short notice, and improved on his performance from June 16th, when he dropped a decision to Nikoloz Sekhniashvili.  Stubbs was the 3rd consecutive undefeated fighter that Jones has faced. Photos by Mikey Williams/Top Rank Read more [...]

Mulberry vs Tellez Added to Harrison vs Peers Undercard 18th July – Exclusively Live on FITE.TV

Due to a minor injury the Nathan Russo versus Wilmer Gonzalez contest, that was due to take place on the undercard of former World Boxing Organization (WBO) longtime World Featherweight King Scott Harrison, when he faces Professional Boxing Council (PBC) International Champion Paul Peers on the 18th July, has been put back to the third episode, which takes place on the 15th August, of the LET BATTLE COMMENCE fight series that is broadcast exclusively live on FITE.TV. Today promoter, and six time, five division World Champion, Lee McAllister announced that the bout between unbeaten Lewis Mulberry versus Johnson Tellez will be moved forward from the 1st August LET BATTLE COMMENCE event as a replacement for Russo vs Gonzalez.  Lewis Mulberry versus Johnson Tellez will feature on the undercard Read more [...]

Heavyweight Jeremiah Milton Sparring Guido Vianello in Anticipation of Pro Debut in August

LAS VEGAS, NV (June 29, 2020) – Heavyweight Jeremiah Milton, who recently made the move from his hometown of Tulsa, Oklahoma to Las Vegas, has been sparring undefeated 2016 Italian Olympian, Guido Vianello (7-0, 7 KOs), in preparation for his highly anticipated pro debut, which is tentatively scheduled for August 2020. The big puncher Milton, who is singed under management with Victory Sports & Entertainment, has been in the ring with the likes of 2016 Olympic Silver Medalist Joe Joyce (10-0, 9 KOs), as well as other top heavyweights who have trained in Las Vegas. “I love sparring the best heavyweights in boxing,” said the 26-year-old amateur stand-out who was a silver medalist at the Olympic Trials Read more [...]

Kermit Cintron to Sergio Martinez: “We Have Unfinished Business”

  Reading, PA (June 29, 2020)--.Former Two-time world welterweight champion Kermit Cintron (39-6, 30 KOs) would like to let former world middleweight champion Sergio Martinez, that if he were to comeback, it should be against him. After recent reports that Martinez will end his retirement, Cintron is adamant that a rematch of the two world champions is inevitable. On February 14, 2009, Cintron and Martinez fought to a disputed draw in Sunrise, Florida, and now is the time for the two to settle the score. "I see that he is coming back, and I want the opportunity to face him.  We have some unfinished business from our fight in 2009, and this is the time to do it.  There were various opinions on that fight. If the fight Read more [...]