Tag: Ruben Villa

Ruben Villa Speaks to Troubled Kids at Monterey County Youth Center

PHILADELPHIA, Penn. / ORANGE, Calif. (April 25, 2018) - One week after winning his first professional title (WBO Youth) in his hometown of Salinas, Calif., prized featherweight prospect Ruben Villa paid a visit to the Monterey County Youth Center where he spoke to at risk adolescents. "There were a lot of young kids, kids that are still in high school that never really got the guidance that you would want them to have," said Villa, who sports an undefeated record of 11-0, 4 KOs. "My message was simple. You can still better your life, but you have to find the motivation that's going to make you want to change." Villa, 21, was fortunate to have found the sweet science at an early age. He started boxing the same year he entered kindergarten. Many youth in Monterey County and the greater Read more [...]

Ruben Villa makes homecoming debut on Saturday, April 14 in Salinas, California

PHILADELPHIA, PENN./ORANGE, California--Heralded featherweight prospect Ruben Villa returns home for the 1st time as a professional as he headlines in the Northern California city of Salinas on Saturday, April 14, from the popular Salinas Storm House.  The show is promoted by Banner Promotions and Thompson Boxing. "Ruben has been coming along great, and on April 14th, he will thrill his hometown fans," said Banner Promotions President, Arthur Pelullo.  "We are looking forward to this special night for Ruben, for him not only to put on a great performance in his hometown, but to capture his first championship." "This show has been in the works for more than a year," said Alex Camponovo, who as Matchmaker and General Manager of Thompson Boxing. "It's an excellent show from top-to-bottom Read more [...]