Category: Press Release

Help Save the 2300 Arena!

PHILADELPHIA, PA (November 19, 2020) - One of the best and most active boxing venues in the world needs the help of the our boxing community to stay open. The 2300 Arena in Philadelphia has hit hard times during these days of Covid-19, and is facing a very uncertain future as recent restrictions has forced the cancellation of events for the rest of the year. The 2300 Arena is an independently owned sports & entertainment venue located in the heart of South Philadelphia. Many of you know that the 2300 Arena is the premier boxing venue in the boxing hotbed of Philadelphia. For decades ago when The 2300 Arena was called The "World Famous" ECW Arena. You have grown with us during our most transformative years where we have taken professional Read more [...]

Uncharted journey for Cusumano continues with new opponent

November 19, 2020 (Providence, RI) – Boxing is one of a small handful of sports in which participants need to be ready for anything at all times, specifically outside the ring, where last-minute cancellations, fall-outs, and other roadblocks can derail a fighter’s path to success. In this unpredictable 2020 – highlighted by a worldwide pandemic that shut down most of the professional sports’ landscape for several months – heavyweight contender and CES Boxing prospect Juiseppe Cusumano has operated under the ideology that it’s not only wise to expect the unexpected, but perhaps it’s best to brace yourself for the unthinkable.Less than two weeks from his scheduled WBC USNBC Heavyweight Title bout Saturday, November 28 in Los Angeles, the 6-foot-4 "Sicilian Nightmare" Read more [...]

Undefeated lightweight prospect Jamaine “The Technician” Ortiz Hopes to steal Tyson-Jones, Jr. show

WORCESTER, Mass. (November 17, 2020) - Undefeated lightweight prospect Jamaine "The Technician" Ortiz (13-0, 7 KOs), the reigning World Boxing Youth World champion, hopes to steal the show on the November 28th Mike Tyson-Roy Jones, Jr. pay-per-view card, presented by Tyson's Legends Only League, at Staples Center in Los Angeles. The 24-year-old Ortiz, fighting out of Worcester, Massachusetts, will fight on the undercard against Maryland southpaw Sulaiman Segawa (13-2-1, 4 KOs) in an 8-round bout for the vacant World Boxing Council (WBC) USNBC (U.S) lightweight title. "I feel good and I'm ready," Ortiz said. "I'm privileged for this opportunity to fight on the Tyson-Jones card and get good exposure. I hope to steal the show. As a kid, I followed them both, Read more [...]

Undefeated lightweight prospect Jamaine “The Technician” Ortiz hopes to steal Tyson-Jones, Jr. show

WORCESTER, Mass. (November 17, 2020) - Undefeated lightweight prospect Jamaine "The Technician" Ortiz (13-0, 7 KOs), the reigning World Boxing Youth World champion, hopes to steal the show on the November 28th Mike Tyson-Roy Jones, Jr. pay-per-view card, presented by Tyson's Legends Only League, at Staples Center in Los Angeles. The 24-year-old Ortiz, fighting out of Worcester, Massachusetts, will fight on the undercard against Maryland southpaw Sulaiman Segawa (13-2-1, 4 KOs) in an 8-round bout for the vacant World Boxing Council (WBC) USNBC (U.S) lightweight title. "I feel good and I'm ready," Ortiz said. "I'm privileged for this opportunity to fight on the Tyson-Jones card and get good exposure. I hope to steal the show. As a kid, I followed them both, especially Read more [...]

Logan Holler Scores a Big Victory on Saturday Night

Davie, FL (November 16, 2020) Undefeated Junior Middleweight Prospect Logan Holler, (9-0-1, 3 KOs), of Columbia, SC made her triumphant return to action on Saturday night, November 14 with a dominant six round decision over previously unbeaten Sonya Dreiling, (4-1) at the Caribe Royale in Orlando, FL. Scores were 59-55 on all three judges scorecards. With the renowned Javiel Centeno in her corner, Holler, promoted by DiBella Entertainment and managed by Peter Kahn’s Fight Game Advisors, used her greater boxing skills and advanced athleticism to thoroughly control the action from the outset despite being out of the ring for twenty-one months. With the victory Holler’s rating in the United States improved to #3 according to Boxrec in the 154lb. division, just behind Claressa Shields Read more [...]

“The Mason Brothers” are coming!

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (November 16, 2020) - Cleveland light welterweight Abdullah Mason has a dream to establish himself and his four brothers in boxing.   Influenced by his older brothers and father/coach, Valiant Mason, Abdullah first got into boxing at the age of nine. His older brothers often gave him boxing tips and his father introduced him to boxing, asking his young son if he'd be interested in training at a local gym. Abdullah instantly fell in love with the sport and his passion for boxing has expanded as he develops his skills. The 16-year-old Mason has been preparing to compete, despite being restricted due to the COVID-19 pandemic and its shutdowns, in the upcoming 2020 USA Boxing National Championships, December 5-12, at the Shreveport Convention Center in Read more [...]

Split-T Management’s Tyler Howard and Joe Jones in action on Saturday Night

NEW YORK (November 13, 2020)--Two fighters of under the Split-T Management banner will be in action on Saturday night. Undefeated middleweight Tyler Howard will take on veteran KeAndre Leatherwood in a eight-round middleweight bout at the MGM Grand Conference Center in Las Vegas. In Los Angeles, cruiserweight "Mighty" Joe Jones takes on undefeated prospect Efetobor Apochi in a bout scheduled for 10-rounds. Howard of Crossville, Tennessee has a record of 18-0 with 11 knockouts.  The 26 year-old Howard is an eight-year professional, who has a 1st round stoppage over Isiah Seldon (12-1-1) as well as a win over Cristian Olivas (16-3).  Howard is coming off a unanimous decision over Jamaal Davis on July 19, 2019. Howard-Leatherwood weigh-in Photo Read more [...]

Split-T Management sign Joseph and Jeremy Adorno

NEW YORK (November 13, 2020)--Split-T Management, boxing's premier management company has added two outstanding young fighters to its already impressive roster. Brothers, Joseph and Jeremy Adorno are the latest to ink with Split-T Management. "We are excited to add Joseph and Jeremy to our roster.  I have known them, and have always thought very highly of their skill levels since they were amateurs.  I can't wait to help guide them to the highest level of the sport," said Split-T Management CEO, David McWater. Joseph, a 21 year-old lightweight has a professional record of 14-0-1 with 12 knockouts. He was a top amateur who compiled  a record of 156-22 and he won many amateur tournaments in his nearly 200 fight amateur career.  He was a 13-time National Champion, who Read more [...]

Dawson, Price, Butt and Charles Register wins at 2300 Arena in Philadelphia

Philadelphia, PA (November 10, 2020) - This past Saturday night, boxing returned to Philadelphia after an eight-month shutdown due to the Coronavirus pandemic with a four-bout card promoted by RDR Promotions. All Covid-19 protocols were followed as a limited, yet capacity crowd was on hand to witness the first card in the city since RDR Promotions staged a sold-out full capacity show eight months to the day. In the main event, Mark Dawson Jr. remained undefeated with six-round unanimous decision over cross-town rival Vincent Floyd in a welterweight contest. Dawson, who was making his 1st start in 20 months, showed no signs of ring-rust as he landed a some solid over hand lefts and right hooks against the tall southpaw Floyd. Dawson, is managed by Split-T Management, Read more [...]

Grand Slam Weekend for Split-T Management Fighters

    FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE NEW YORK (November 9, 2020)-- This past weekend, Split-T Management fighters were perfect by winning four bouts, which included adding another world champion to boxing's premier management company. Friday night in Saint Petersburg, Florida, Kali Reis captured the WBA Super Lightweight World Championship with a 10-round unanimous decision over Kandi Wyatt. Reis was brilliant throughout the fight as she showed terrific boxing skills and the Providence, Rhode Island native was dominant with a piston-like jab and pinpoint left hooks.  Reis moved around the ring with great footwork that set up her shots against the hard charging Wyatt. Reis took the title by winning by scores Read more [...]

Ortiz, Gonzalez, Cusumano head west to join Tyson-Jones megacard in California

Providence, RI (November 9, 2020) – CES Boxing is stepping into the producer’s booth for its latest endeavor, embarking on a new journey and teaming with global venture creation group Eros Innovations in the production of the upcoming “Iron” Mike Tyson-Roy Jones Jr. megabout later this month to provide the opportunity of a lifetime for three of its top fighters. Under the guidance of CES Boxing president and CEO Jimmy Burchfield Sr., reigning WBC World Youth Champion and NABF No. 10-ranked lightweight Jamaine Ortiz (13-0, 7 KOs), current WBC World Youth Featherweight Champion Irvin Gonzalez Jr. (14-2, 11 KOs), and hard-hitting heavyweight contender Juiseppe Cusumano (18-3, 16 KOs) will compete in separate 8-round Read more [...]

George Kambosos Jr. Ready for IBF lightweight World Championship Fight

Sydney, Australia (November 4, 2020) ‘Ferocious’ George Kambosos Jr., (19-0, 10 KOs), lived up to his brash confidence winning a 12-round decision over Lee Selby, (28-3, 9 KOs), this past Saturday night, October 31 at the Wembley Arena in London, England. With the dominant victory, Kambosos became the IBF Mandatory Challenger to 135lb. Undisputed World Champion Teofimo Lopez. Said the happy Kambosos, “After years and years of hard work, dedication, sacrifice, blood, sweat and tears I have earned my spot as the mandatory world title challenger, but now the vision gets even stronger as I turn my attention to unified champion Teofimo Lopez.” “Saturday was a very memorable victory. I controlled the fight, out boxed, outmuscled and out landed, with nearly twice as many landed punches Read more [...]

Undeated Super Middleweight Contender Junior Younan Ready for Return to the Ring

Brooklyn, NY (November 3, 2020) Following a month-long training camp in South Florida, Undefeated Super Middleweight Contender Junior Younan, (15-0-1, 10 KOs), has proclaimed himself ready for battle against any of the top fighters in his division. “I’m ready to go, it’s been a long layoff but after working in South Florida for a month and now training back home in Brooklyn my mind and body are prepared for battle,” said the 25-year-old. “I’m ready for a top-ten fighter in my division right now; not looking for any tune-ups or stay busy fights, I’ve been out of the ring too long to waste time. We’ll be making strong moves only from here on,” continued Younan, managed by Peter Kahn’s Fight Game Advisors. Younan last fought on March 9, 2019 winning a unanimous decision Read more [...]

Undefeated Khainell Wheeler replaces Brandon Robinson against Genc Pllana in Main Event on Saturday, November 21st at The 2300 Arena

Philadephia, PA (November 3, 2020)--.Undefeated knockout artist, Khainell Wheeler has agreed to step in and face Genc Pllana in the eight-round main event on Saturday November 21st at The 2300 Arena in Philadelphia. Brandon Robinson, who was originally supposed to fight Pllana, had to withdraw from the bout.   The is promoted by King's Promotions. Wheeler of Bethlehem, PA has a record of 4-0 with four knockouts.  The 27 year-old is coming off a 4th round stoppage over Patrick Pierre on November 14th.  Pllana of Hagerstown, Maryland via Kosovo, has a record 8-2-1 with four knockouts.   The 26 year-old Pllana is a three year veteran, who is not afraid to take on and ultimately defeat top competition. Pllana already has wins over Jason Bell (3-0) and a win on ShoBox: Read more [...]

Armando “Toro” Resendiz Inks Pact With Warriors, Boxing Major League, World Class Event Entertainment, LLC

Fort Lauderdale, FL (Nov. 3, 2020) -Leon Margules of Warriors Boxing, Aldo Mir of Boxing Major League, and Lourdes Saura of World Class Event Entertainment, LLC proudly announce the signing of undefeated WBA #12 ranked Mexican middleweight Armando "Toro" Resendiz (11-0, 8 KOs) to a co-promotional contract. 21-year-old Resendiz was a decorated amateur, including 2015 Mexican Olympiad gold medal, 2016 National Olympiad bronze medal, 2017 National Olympiad gold medal, and 2017 Mexican Olympic Festival gold medal winner, and concluded his amateur career with an outstanding record of 71-2. A powerful fighter with superior technical skills and crowd pleasing style, Resendiz is originally from Compostela, Mexico, but is planning on training Read more [...]