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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 [...]

Little Creek Brawl IV Featured on ESPN2 Friday Night Fights! by Sue TL Fox

(JAN 27) On Friday night at the Little Creek Casino Resort, in Shelton, Washington, on the "Little Creek Brawl IV" featured on ESPN2 Friday Night fights and promoted by Goossen Tutor Promotions, in front of a full house of boxing fans (and Seahawk Fans), presented ten exciting men's professional bouts on the card.  In the main event, Thomas "Top Dogg" Williams, 174,  now 16-0 (11KO), had what was called the best one round on a card when he and Cornelius "Da Beast" White, 174, 21-3 (16KO), fought in a knockdown drag out first round ending with Williams TKO'ing White at 2:49 seconds of the first round.  As soon as the bell rang, these two came out fast and hard, with the first knockdown coming when Williams threw a quick combo, landing White to the canvas.  Shortly there after White returned Read more [...]

Inspirational Words From Mark Prince Ahead Of March 1st Title Fight

Interview and Photos by Gianluca (Rio) Di Caro -When I recently interviewed Mark Prince I just wanted to get some good quotes to use in press releases to promote his upcoming fight, however part way through the interview I soon realized there’s no way this man’s inspirational words should be edited into ‘quotes’ to publicize a mere boxing match, albeit an important one for him and his fans, so instead I decided to keep the interview in it’s entirety. Don’t get me wrong, the interview is about boxing, with Mark talking about his come back fight back in October last year, however the reason behind his return to the ring, after a fourteen year hiatus, as well as what that fight truly meant to him, soon becomes the focal point. On the 18th May 2006 Mark’s life changed dramatically, Read more [...]

ESPN Friday Night Fights & Noche de Combates to Televise Boxing Tournament: Boxcino 2014

Back in August last year, TRAD TKO head honcho Johnny Eames announced that he had signed the exciting former Royal Navy amateur star Ricky Rose, today the esteemed Mr. Eames further announced that Ricky will make his pro debut at the upcoming Fast & Furious event at the Cresset in Peterborough on Saturday March 8th. Canterbury based Ricky won various accolades as an amateur, including winning the schoolboys twice, the first time aged just twelve, the Four Nations as well as represented his Country twice in the Seniors, his only disappointment during this time was that he never got to box in the ABAs, due to his military commitments. Following a training session, at the TRAD TKO Gym in Canning Town, Ricky spoke briefly on his upcoming debut. “As I said before I have always been Read more [...]

New York State Boxing Hall of Fame Class of 2014 Inductees Announced

NEW YORK (January 21, 2014) - The first father-son combination of Floyd Patterson and Tracy Harris Patterson highlight the announcement of the Class of 2014 inductees heading into the third-year New York State Boxing Hall of Fame (NYSBHOF). The third annual NYSBHOF induction dinner will be held Sunday afternoon (12:30-5:30 p.m. ET), March 30, at Russo's On The Bay in Howard Beach, New York. The NYSBHOF is sponsored by Ring 8. "This is another very strong class of inductees," Ring 8 & NYSBHOF president Bob Duffy said. "We are honoring New York's finest in our sport. This is all about recognizing great fighters, as well as others involved in boxing, from the state of New York." Two-time World Heavyweight Champion Patterson (55-8-1, 40 KOs), of Brooklyn, will be inducted posthumously Read more [...]

Boxing manager Galante featured in Sports Illustrated

Danbury, CT (January 17, 2014) -Professional boxing manager A.J. Galante, President of Elite Boxing Enterprises, is currently part of a multi-page feature in Sport's Illustrated.  Photo Credit: Geoimagez photography The publication giant reached out to Galante, 27 years old, about the minor league hockey team his father and he owned ten years ago, one of the most controversial hockey teams ever, the Danbury Trashers. Galante was named the President of the team at the tender age of 17, and helped build what was known as the toughest hockey team in America. "The Danbury Trashers are a team that can never be duplicated." Galante stated, "My father and I turned the hockey world upside down in just two seasons. I was young, but worked hard, and we definitely Read more [...]

‘Pittsburgh Power’ Undercard Announced for Friday, April 18

DEERFIELD BEACH, Fla. (April 14, 2014) - Sensational 18-year-old welterweight prospect Erickson "The Hammer" Lubin (4-0, 4 KOs) and 2004 Olympic silver medalist Yudel Jhonson (14-1, 9 KOs) will provide chief support this Friday evening, April 18, in separate bouts on "Pittsburgh Power," presented by Iron Mike Productions (IMP), at Monroeville Convention Center in Monroeville, Pa.  Hall of Fame boxer and president of IMP, "Iron" Mike Tyson, who fought 17 times on SHOWTIME®, will make his return to the network in a new capacity as the promotion makes its debut on the network.  Three of IMP's most highly regarded unbeaten fighters will be showcased in a live tripleheader airing on ShoBox: The New Generation (SHOWTIME, 10:45 ET/PT, delayed on the West Coast).  Explosive Cuban southpaw Read more [...]

Dierry Jean prepared to take Lamont Peterson’s crown

 International Boxing Federation (IBF) No. 1-ranked mandatory challenger, undefeated Dierry "Dougy Style" Jean (25-0, 17 KOs), will become the first Haitian-born light welterweight champion of the world by upsetting defending champion Lamont "Havoc" Peterson (31-2-1, 16 KOs) on Saturday night, January 25, live on SHOWTIME Championship Boxing from The DC Armory in Washington D.C. Fighting last May for only the second time outside of Canada, where he moved to from Haiti when he was 10, the slick Montreal boxer stopped then-IBF No.7 ranked Cleotis "Mookie" Pendarvis (17-3-2) in the fourth round of their IBF Title Eliminator, earning the 31-year-old Jean his first world title shot against Peterson. "Training camp has been going well," Jean reported. "My preparation is essentially the same Read more [...]
After receiving pain management treatment developed by Dr. David Levine, active and retired fighters are calling him, "Magic Hands." Dr. Levine is an innovative chiropractic physician who is on a mission that may revolutionize combat sports. Practicing in the New Jersey/New York metropolitan area for nearly 20 years, Dr. Levine specializes in the treatment of chronic and severe pain. His patients include NBA and NFL Hall of Famers as well as Olympians. He also donates his time and expertise to U.S. military personnel suffering acute and chronic pain and those returning home from Iraq and Afghanistan with post-war injuries. Hands are the most important tools of fighters. Many often suffer debilitating pain from years of punching, as well as serious discomfort and injury to their elbows, neck, Read more [...]
Dr. David Levine World Champion fighters call him 'Magic Hands' January 10, 2014 After receiving pain management treatment developed by Dr. David Levine, active and retired fighters are calling him, "Magic Hands." Dr. Levine is an innovative chiropractic physician who is on a mission that may revolutionize combat sports. Practicing in the New Jersey/New York metropolitan area for nearly 20 years, Dr. Levine specializes in the treatment of chronic and severe pain. His patients include NBA and NFL Hall of Famers as well as Olympians. He also donates his time and expertise to U.S. military personnel suffering acute and chronic pain and those returning home from Iraq and Afghanistan with post-war injuries. Hands are the most important tools of fighters. Many often suffer Read more [...]

Latest News on Ottawa Boxer Andy Gardiner

OTTAWA, CANADA (January 12, 2014) -- Ottawa boxer Andy Gardiner burst onto the professional boxing scene only 20 months ago. In his 10 bouts to date, he has consistently taken steps up in competition to better his craft when most fighters are more concerned about protecting their records and building KO ratios. When it was announced this past week that undefeated Thomas Oosthuizen, 22-0, was out of the fight with Eleider Alvarez on January 18, Gardiner wasted no time offering his services to face the WBA ranked #2, WBO ranked #3 light heavyweight in the world. Gardiner is not just here for a paycheck, the cool factor, or being part of a historic card headlined by the much anticipated Lucian Bute vs. Jean Pascal main event. "I would take this fight for free, in front of nobody," the clearly Read more [...]

Archived Men’s Boxing News Brief Stories – January of 2014

Selby looks to get in Featherweight mix with a win over Munroe this Saturday afternoon on AWE January 30, 2014 Thus Saturday afternoon at the Motorpoint Arena in Cardiff, Wales, Lee Selby (17-1, 6 KO's) will defend his British Featherweight and vie for the vacant European Featherweight crown when he takes on Rendall Munroe (27-3-1, 11 KO's) that will headline a fantastic afternoon of boxing on AWE. The show begins at 3pm est / 12 noon pac and will feature a Lightweight bout between Gary Buckland (27-3, 9 KO's)and former world champion Gavin Rees (37-3-1, 18 KO's) as well as an appearance by 2012 Olympic Gold Medal winner Anthony Joshua (3-0, 3 KO's).  Selby of Barry Wales has been having a solid camp and is taking nothing lightly.  "Training is going well. He is a southpaw Read more [...]

Champion Molina Staying Active in Chicago Community While Waiting for Next Big Fight

  IBF Junior Middleweight Champion "King" Carlos Molina is making good on his promise to be a "people's champion", as he continues to interact with the public in his beloved Chicago while waiting for his next big fight. Last Friday at Curie High School on Chicago's Southwest side, Molina and WBA # 6 heavyweight "Fast" Fres Oquendo were guests of honor at Curie's annual Community Fall Festival. The pair signed autographs, posed for photos and spoke to young people about the importance of hard work. "This is an amazing event, and it feels really good to give back to my neighborhood. I am grateful for the invite," said Molina, who was raised and still lives minutes from Curie. Meanwhile, Molina (22-5-2, 6 KOs) has been staying active in the gym while fielding offers and challenges from Read more [...]

SARTONK Announces the Recipients of the Annual Ali-King Award

Alongside a prominent class of twelve Hall of Fame Inductees, three youth were recognized at the New Jersey Boxing Hall of Fame Banquet on 8 November, 2012. Joseph Rinaldi, Chance Solem-Pfeifer, and Nafisa Umarova were the recipients of SARTONK’s inaugural Ali-King Award. Their essay submissions were selected as the top three by a panel of five judges. Named after Martin Luther King, Jr. and Muhammad Ali, the contest’s aim was to inspire critical thinking about the history and social significance of boxing. “We chose these men for their tireless struggle and fight for the cause of common good. And through the invocation of these exemplary men, we strove to highlight boxing’s fighters and agents of constructive social change,” described Hasmig Tatiossian, before she presented the Read more [...]

Night of Champions in Puerto Rico October 28, 2012 Report/Photos-Mario Serrano

(OCT 28) On Friday night In the feature bout of the evening, scheduled for 8 rounds in the lightweight division, Jorge "Machito" Maysonet Jr., (10-0, 9 KOs) demolished Ramesis Gil (8-5-5, 5 KOs) by way of a first round KO. From the beginning of the fight, Maysonet came out very aggressive, connecting with left and right hooks to the face and body of Gil, who went down on three occasions. The referee seen that Gil was unstable to continue and the fight was halted at the 1:23 mark. Maysonet has recorded multiple first round knockous and many critics are saying he could be the next super-star to come out of Puerto Rico. "Earlier this year, Ramesis was victorious against very good unbeaten fighters, but he had never faced someone like me as you can see by the results," said Maysonet who is promoted Read more [...]