“Boxeo Telemundo” closes its 2009 season at Miccosukee December 4 Miami, FL: All Star Boxing, Inc “The New Generation”, Tuto Zabala, Jr and Boxeo Telemundo will close its 2009 season on Friday, December 4 at the Miccosukee Resort and Gaming.
In the main event veteran Cosme “Chino” Rivera of Culiacan, Mexico will make his 5th Miccosukee and Telemundo appearance when he faces hot prospect Euri “Million” Gonzalez of Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic in a bout schedule for 12 Rounds with the WBO Latin Welterweight vacant title at stake..
Rivera who has a record of 31-13-2-22 KO’s, has a record of 4-1 in the ring at Miccosukee having only lost a controversial split decision to local prospect Joel Julio. Gonzalez in the other hand is one of the best prospect of of the Dominican Republic having lost only to super star Saul “Canelo” Alvarez with a record of 19-1-1-14 KO’s.
Also on the card Yoelvis Gamboa (1-0) younger brother of WBA Featherweight Champion Yuriorkis Gamboa, undefeated Cuban prospect Christopher De La Paz and Homestead’s own Jose Torres (1-0) .
Doors open at 7:30 PM first fight at 8:30 PM. Tickets are already on sale at Miccosukee Resort & Gaming 500 SW 177 Ave., Miami, FL, Tel: 1-877-242-6464 and at all Ticketmaster’s Outlets. www.ticketmaster.com
Kerry Hope Steps in to Face Truax!
St. Paul, MN- What was to be a battle between a scorching prospect and a seasoned veteran is now an intriguing fight between two up and coming middleweights. Promoter Tony Grygelko of Seconds Out Promotions announced Kerry Hope has stepped in to face Caleb Truax Friday night at the St. Paul Armory, replacing former world champion Carl Daniels.
Hope, 12-2 (1 KO), hails from Newbridge, Wales and at 28, injects additional youth into an already exciting card. Hope has trained under world class trainer Enzo Calzaghe, piecing together eleven straight wins to kick off his career. Although suffering setbacks in two of his last three trips to the ring, Hope aims to put his career back on track with a win and pick up a title in the process.
While in pursuit of his first championship, Truax, 13-0 (9 KO’s), also aims to give back to the community that has embraced his dream. As part of his “Caleb’s Kids” movement Truax partnered with Cub Foods and various local churches to distribute Thanksgiving meals to a handful of needy families. “Caleb’s Kids” takes place on 5 pm Wednesday at Lyke’s Gym in Coon Rapids and is open to local media.
“I’m proud to be able to take part in an event that gives back to the community, and fight for my first title belt. Minnesota fans should be ready for a great night of fights”, said Truax in regards to the busy week ahead.
Truax and Hope will do battle over ten rounds in the main event of “The Golden Age” for the vacant WBF Intercontinental Middleweight title.
In the co-featured bout of the evening, hard hitting welterweight Muhammad “African Assassin” Kayongo of St. Paul returns following a one year absence to challenge James Todd of the United Kingdom. Kayongo, 14-2 (10 KO’s) and Todd, 2-1-1 (1 KO) are scheduled to do battle over 10 rounds for the WBF Intercontinental Welterweight title.
“This is going to be a barnburner” promoter Tony Grygelko said. “Todd was an elite amateur in the UK, a member of Team Calzaghe and now trains with Talon boxing. Regardless of what their records show, I expect this to be a highly competitive fight.”
Former amateur star Michael Faulk will take on Ryan Soft in a Jr. Middleweight bout, while Charles Meir matches up with Marvin Rodriguez.
In addition to championship boxing Derek Abrams takes on Gabe Walbridge in a three round bout, while Jedidiah Jones takes on Isaiah Matto in the MMA portion of the card. Former Augsburg wrestling star and current MMA prospect Marcus LeVesseur is also slated to appear vs TBA.
Tickets are $25 for general admission and $55 for VIP. General admission for children under 13 is $5. Tickets to “The Golden Age”, which is sponsored by Ultimate Boxing Results and Talon Boxing, are available by calling 612-807-5547. Doors open at 7 and the first bell is slated for 8 pm.
The St. Paul Armory is located at 600 Cedar Street St. Paul, MN 55101
When retired professional boxer Tony Grygelko found himself unable to stay out of the gym, he realized that his passion for boxing was undeniable. At age 29, Grygelko formed Seconds Out Promotions. By utilizing the vast boxing knowledge of world-class trainer Ron Lyke, Grygelko and Seconds Out quickly became a hit.
Through determination, integrity and hard work, Seconds Out strives to become a top promotional firm by giving young fighters the ability to showcase their talents to a worldwide audience, along with offering fans the highest quality of entertainment. Seconds Out is committed to recruitment and development of the best and brightest young fighters to help achieve our mission.
Seconds Out Promotions’ current stable of pugilists includes undefeated prospects “Golden” Caleb Truax, Marcus Oliveria, Michael Faulk, Ismail Muwendo, Jeremy McLaurin, dynamite fisted Heavyweight Joey “Minnesota Ice” Abell, Willshaun Boxley, Charles Meier, Jon “The Ironman” Schmidt, and Mohammed Kayongo.
Bryan Tops “The Brawl In Brick City” December 4 in Newark, NJ!
Newark, NJ –Edmonds Promotions returns to the Garden State Friday December 4 to present an action packed 13 bout card at Essex County College.
Headlining the exciting night of boxing, which is also available worldwide via the internet on gofightlive.tv, is rising junior welterweight Jeremy “Hollywood” Bryan of nearby Paterson, NJ. Bryan, 12-0 (5 KO’s), had a decorated amateur career, winning the 2004 and 2005 National Golden Gloves, and 2004 U-19 tournament.
Bryan is opposed 34 fight veteran Richard Lee Hall of Rocky Mount, NC. Hall has faced a who’s who of opponents including former world champion Joachim Alcine, title contender Delvin Rodriguez, rising stars Mike Jones, Derek Ennis and Tim Coleman.
The Bryan-Hall bout is scheduled for 8 rounds.
The co-main event matches up unbeaten lightweight Antonio “The Tiger” Espinosa of West New York, NJ and Italian Import Floriano Pagliara. The slick Espinosa, 11-0 (1 KO), meets Floriano, 9-3 (6 KO’s), over six rounds.
WBC CABOFE champion Alex “Brick City Bullet” Perez, 10-0 (6 KO’s), returns to his hometown for the first time in two years to battle Philadelphia’s “Magnificent” Martinus Clay in a six round welterweight affair. Perez was a solid amateur and served as a sparring partner for Miguel Cotto. A renowned tough guy, Clay, 13-22-4 (5 KO’s), has battled top notch fighters James Kirkland, Mike Jones, and Andre Berto among many others.
In an intriguing six round junior middleweight bout, Joshua “Berlin Bomber” Snyder of Berlin, MD takes on Coconut Creek FL’s Jerome “Boomer Ellis”. Snyder, 8-3-1 (4 KO’s), and Ellis, 12-9-1 (10 KO’s), both have deceptive records, combining for seven victories over unbeaten fighters.
Notable locals slated to appear on the undercard include National Golden Gloves Champion Denis Douglin, Eddie Edmonds, Tyre Roberts, Angel Santos, Juan Rodriguez, Angel Corception, Joseliz Cepada and Delen Parsley.
Tickets ranging from $25-100 can be purchased at Essex County College, Combat Gym or by calling 302-543-3705 or 973 297 1299.
Essex County College is located at 303 University Ave Newark, NJ 07102.
Doors open at 6:30 and the opening bell is slated for 7:30.