Month: February 2014

Team Wilkey were triumphant once again on their last outing on Miranda Carter’s ‘Stand and Deliver’ show at York Hall in London

Team Wilkey Have a Super Sunday By David Wilkey February 26, 2014 Team Wilkey were triumphant once again on their last outing on Miranda Carter’s ‘Stand and Deliver’ show at York Hall in London on Sunday 23rd February. All five boxers trained by Alec Wilkey picked up wins to add to their record, notably Francis Maina capturing the Bronze British Masters Title and Brett Saggs winning his debut professional bout. Trainer Alec Wilkey and Francis Maina Francis Maina (2-3-1) and Ideh Ochuko (6-11) provided chief support in a thrilling Bronze British Masters Title bout over 8 rounds at Lightweight. Former European kickboxing champion Maina used his jab well throughout the bout and caught Ochuko with numerous straight right hands, yet the champion Ochuko was not fazed Read more [...]

The New British Invasion Amateur boxing star Steed Woodall Moves to USA to pursue pro career

MIAMI (February 24, 2014) -- British amateur boxing star Steed "Stallion" Woodall, in a bold trend reversal, has moved from England to pursue his professional career in the United States. Fighters from the UK such as Joe Calzaghe, Ricky Hatton, Amir Khan, Carl Froch, Nigel Benn and Prince Naseem Hamed, to name some of the more recent notables, built themselves up at home long before establishing themselves in the US market. The 19-year-old Woodall, however, moved to Miami earlier this month from Birmingham in order to launch his professional career in the US. Miffed at what he describes as being overlooked by coaches selecting the Great Britain National Team (England, Scotland and Wales), Woodall decided to pass on a potential opportunity to box in the 2016 Olympics, crossing the Atlantic Read more [...]

Meet Boxcino 2014 Lightweights (Videos)

LAUGHLIN, NV (FEBRUARY 21, 2014)--Below are video interviews of the lighteight fighters who will compete in Boxcino 2014 that begins tonight at the Edgewater Hotel Casino Resort in Laughlin, Nevada. The tournament will begin LIVE on ESPN 2, ESPN Deportes+ and WatchESPN at 9pm eastern / 6 pm pacific Media outlets may use the videos on their sites by copy/paste the embedded codes Yakubu Amidu            Chris Rudd           Petr Petrov             Fedor Papazov           Miguel Gonzalez             Miguel Read more [...]

Rudd, Petrov, Gonzalez and Carcamo advance in Boxcino opening round

LAUGHLIN, NV (FEBRUARY 21, 2014)--The much anticipated Boxcino 2014 kicked off at the Edgewater Casino with a rousing beginning as Chris Rudd, Petr Petrov, Miguel Gonzalez and Fernando Carcamo all advanced to the semi-final round in the lightweight division on March 28th at the 4 Bears Casino in Newtown, North Dakota. Chris Rudd opened the tournament with a "Drawbreaker" decision over Yakubu Amidu. Both guys landed tremendous power shots with Amidu getting better in the second but Rudd came back the next round.  In round four it became a war of attrition with Amidu landing with Rudd on the ropes.  It was a nip and tuck fight down the stretch and when the scores were announced it was ruled a draw on the scorecards. The fighters went to the overtime round it was the activity level Read more [...]

The Road Looks Green for Light Heavyweight Joe “The Irish Bomber” Smith Jr!

The Road Looks Green for Light Heavyweight Joe "The Irish Bomber" Smith Jr! Story by Jason Sardelis Photos by Bill Doutney February 21, 2014 In the history of boxing there is a long list of Irish / American greats, including Mickey Walker, Gene Tunney, Jimmy McLarnin, Tommy Loughran and Billy Conn to name a few. As of recent and the retirement of John Duddy of New York has several contenders in the light heavyweight division and one hot prospect is Shirley, New York's "Irish Bomber" Joe Smith Jr. The 24 year old Irishman coming from a impressive amateur career including two New York Golden Gloves and Metro titles can be described as a boxing reincarnation combination of Philadelphia’s Jack O'Brien and “Irish” Bob Murphy. Smith carrying a good stiff jab moves Read more [...]

Fantasy Boxing Camp Is Fast Approaching-Please Make Your Plans Now!

I am very happy to announce the 12th Anniversary of our Boxing Camp.  Learn to box with some of the Sports best trainers, boxers, Champions and Hall of Fame boxers. You will have individual training with each of them and will have plenty of sparring if you want it. This years Fantasy Boxing Camp will return to Honors Haven Resort and Spa. The stylish 4-season resort, can be found tucked away between the picturesque Catskill & Shawangunk Mountains on 250 pristine acres. Honor's Haven is the embodiment of the classic resort. Attendees of the Fantasy Boxing Camp will have access to all the facilities that Honor's Haven offers, including Yoga Classes, indoor and outdoor pools, indoor and outdoor tennis courts, indoor and outdoor basketball courts, hiking trails, fishing and paddleboats Read more [...]

North America’s top cruiserweight NABA champion ‘Dangerous’ Denton Daley

MISSISSAUGA, Ontario, Canada (February 19, 2014) - The No. 1 cruiserweight in North America, undefeated NABA champion "Dangerous" Denton Daley (12-0, 6 KOs), pitched a complete shutout last Saturday night against veteran Andres Taylor (21-6-2, 8 KOs), winning all 12 rounds on each of the three judges' scorecards, at Hershey Centre in Mississauga, Ontario, Canada.  Photo: Denton Daley (L) assaults Andres Taylor    (pictures by Blair Diamond Photography) The 31-year-old Denton, who is rated No. 6 by the World Boxing Association (WBA), controlled the action from the opening bell despite aggravating a hand injury. Denton vs. Taylor headlined "Doomsday," promoted by United Boxing Promotions (UBP) in association with Title Fight Promotions. Denton, a former basketball standout at Canadian Read more [...]

Nielsen and Jeter come face-to-face at final press conference in Copenhagen

Nielsen and Jeter come face-to-face at final press conference in Copenhagen Photos/story: Team Saulerland February 12, 2014 Patrick Nielsen (21-0, 10 KOs) and Tony Jeter (16-3-1, 11 KOs) came face-to-face for the first time at today’s final press conference at the Hard Rock Café in Copenhagen ahead of their clash for the WBC Silver Middleweight World Championship on Saturday night at the Albertslund MusikTeatret. ‘’This is a massive opportunity for me,’’ said Nielsen. ‘’I have had my toughest sparring partners to prepare for this fight and I honestly feel that I am in the shape of my life. Everything in training has gone perfectly and on Saturday night I will be ready to win the WBC Silver title in front of my home fans.’’ Said Tony Jeter: "The Read more [...]

Rejuvenated Roberto Garcia Dropping Down to Welterweight, Gunning for Thurman, Porter

Rejuvenated Roberto Garcia Dropping Down to Welterweight, Gunning for Thurman, Porter February 26, 2014 Source/PR Texas-based slugger Roberto "La Amenaza" Garcia (34-3, 22 KOs), fresh off an exciting and impressive ESPN-televised victory over Mexico's Norberto "Demonio" Gonzalez on February 7, says he's dropping down to his natural weight of 147 lbs to begin campaigning as a welterweight.   33-year-old Garcia, who came into the fight against Gonzalez as a late substitute opponent, revived his career with his controlled, pressuring performance. He has now set his sights on obtaining a title shot against one of the current champions including IBF Champion Shawn Porter and especially interim WBA World Champion Keith Thurman. Since losing a decision to multiple Read more [...]

Summary of Boxing Action in Men’s Boxing – February of 2014 on Hot Boxing News

Dulorme to fight Mayfield:  March 29th in Atlantic City February 26, 2014 Gary Shaw Production's super-lightweight contender and Puerto Rican star, Thomas Dulorme (20-1, 14 KOs) will battle Karim  Mayfield (18-0-1, 11 KOs) battle for the NABF Super-Lightweight title. The 10-round bout will take place at the Boardwalk Hall (The Ballroom) in Atlantic City, New Jersey, March 29 on the undercard of Sergey Kovalev (23-0-1, 21 KOs) vs. Cedric Agnew (26-0, 13 KOs). The event will be televised live on HBO Boxing After Dark® beginning at 10:00 p.m. ET/PT.  Dulorme is coming into the bout riding a 4-fight winning streak. Since moving from welterweight to super-lightweight, Dulorme feels he's more powerful and will look to bring that power to Mayfield. Hungarians Clash Read more [...]