Clark Ready For Battle With Marshall
14.01 - Lake George, NY - www.TheDailySports.com, Inc. announced the Main Event for the "YOUNG GUNS" At The Friar Tuck Inn professional boxing show scheduled for Friday, January 24, 2003 at the Friar Tuck Inn, in Catskill, New York.
The Main Event will feature Former NABF Jr. Welterweight Champion and current Jr. Middleweight contender, Tony Marshall, 35-10-6 (12 KOs) as he takes on the tough Charles Clark, 14-12-1 (5 KOs) in an eight round Jr. Middleweight bout.
Marshall is coming off a ten-round decision victory over Benji Singleton in October to notch his 35th career win. Prior to that, Tony hadn't fought since his loss to Ouma Kassin in June of 2001.
"I can't wait to fight before a "Home Town" crowd. The last time I fought here, I packed the Pepsi Arena", said Marshall. He added, "It will be like fighting before all my friends and family. I am really looking forward to it!"
Clark is not to be taken lightly. Clark's last two fights were in July 2002. He won a majority decision over Gerald Reed on July 2nd, and then lost a decision to the highly regarded, Peter Manfredo Jr. in his hometown in Rhode Island on July 26th.
"Clark is ready for this fight. He has been training hard and has something to prove. This fight is going to be a real war", said Clark's Trainer, Bobby Glassmeyer.
Catskill Resident and former Mike Tyson Trainer, Kevin Rooney will be showcasing his newest Heavyweight sensation, Thomas Hayes, 2-0 (2 KOs) when he takes on Mike Darrell, 0-1 is a special 4-round bout.
The first bout is scheduled to begin at 7:30 pm.
The rest of the card is as follows:
6-Round Welterweight Action: Russell Jordan, 2-1 (2 KOs) vs Vincent Russell, 0-2
4-Round Light Heavyweight Action: Chris Scarinico, 0-0 vs George McCoy, 0-0
4-Round Welterweight Action: Waylon Willingham, 2-0 (2 KOs) vs TBA
4-Round Featherweight Action: Rodney Jones, 0-0 vs Celestino Rodriguez, 2-0
4-Round Jr. Middleweight Action: Quiron McMullan, 1-0 vs TBA
** All bouts and fighters are subject to change. **
As an added attraction, the beautiful former WWF vixen, Miss BobCat, will perform the ring announcing duties. Miss BobCat has made the transition from the world of professional wrestling to Professional Boxing Ring Announcer with style.
You can learn more about Miss Bobcat by visiting www.Piledriverrocks.com.
There are VIP Seating and special VIP Packages available in a very limited quantity, on First Come, First Serve basis. For information, please call (518) 656 3266 to reserve your spot.
Tickets are priced as follows: Ring Side $50, Table Seating $30 and General Admission $20.00. All ticket information can be obtained by calling (518) 656 3266
