After making his return to the ring with a win against a tough adversary on the August 28th installment of the Budweiser Boxing series, former WBA Super Welterweight Champion (2007-2008) Joachim “Ti-Joa” Alcine (31-1-0, 19KO’s) of Laval, Québec looks to continue his comeback on the 5th of December at the Casino de Montréal. His opponent will be Nice, France’s own Christophe “Rocky” Canclaux (40-2-0, 25KO’s), the former European Champion (2003-2007) and currently ranked #4 by the WBC, #6 by the WBA and #9 by the IBF. Alcine is currently training in Vero Beach, Florida, under the keen eye of world famous trainer James “Buddy” McGirt..
According to Yvon Michel, president of GYM: “Joachim’s goal is to fight for a world championship and regain his crown by 2010. A victory over Canclaux, considering his rakings and reputation, will be a huge step towards that goal. But rest assured, this is no easy fight!”
Bernard Roos, Canclaux’s promoter, has similar aspirations for his ward: “We accepted this fight against Alcine, even on his own turf, because we know that a victory for Canclaux will give him the attention he needs to fight for a world title in early 2010!”
Up for grabs in this match will be the WBO Super Welterweight Intercontinental title. It should also be noted that Canclaux has won his last 15 fights and is undefeated since 2005.
Troy Ross (22-1-0, 15KO) winner of “The Contender 2009”
Also fighting on the same card will be Toronto native Troy Ross, ranked #5 by the IBF, #8 by the WBO, and #11 by the WBC and the WBA, as he continues his seemingly unstoppable march towards the world title of his division. He will face off against Brazilian Daniel Bispo (21-11-0, 15KO’s) in an 8 round cruiserweight contest.
Bernard Barré of GYM has nothing but praise for the powerful puncher: “Ross will be in place for an IBF eliminator bout in early 2010, which will be his ticket to the world title in his next fight. I truly can’t imagine that anyone in the division can stand in his way.”
Tony Luis, Logan McGuiness, Wayne John & Lucia Larcinese
4 other fights will round out Alcine’s career defining card. Tony “the Lightning” Luis (7-0-0, 2KO’s), quickly becoming a fan favorite for his heart and enthusiasm, will be looking to remain undefeated as he squares off against Mexican brawler Isaac Pollo (9-6-0, 7KO’s).
Speedy Orangeville, Ontario native Logan “Cotton” McGuinness, who continues making a name for himself in Montreal going into his 4th fight at the Casino, looks to do what Ali Cheebah, Jojo Dan, Kevin Bizier, and Dierry Jean could not: knock out the ultra tough Cesar Soriano (20-24-0, 13KO’s) of Mexico City.
Also on the card, young Montreal heavyweight Wayne John (1-0-0, 1KO) takes on Stéphane “Brutus” Tessier (3-23-1, 1KO) of Longueil, Québec, and in the opener Lucia Larcinesse (3-4-0, 1KO), protégé of legendary trainer Abe Pervin, makes her first appearance in Québec as a pro. She will face off against American Karen Dulin (1-3-0, 1KO) of Mystic, Connecticut.
Please note that the main events will be shown live on “V” network starting at 9:00pm EST, right until 11:00pm.
TICKETS ON SALE NOW
Tickets are on sale at the Casino de Montréal box office, through Admission Network or through GYM (514.383.0666).
STEVE UPSHER CHAMBERS TO BATTLE DOEL CARRASQUILLO TO HEADLINE THE ANNUAL CHILDEN’S HOLIDAY SHOW ON DECEMBER 4TH AT THE LEGENDARY BLUE HORIZON
PHILADELPHIA (November 24, 2009)—On Friday night December 4th at The Legendary Blue Horizon, Steve Upsher Chambers will take on the rugged veteran, Doel Carrasquillo in the eight round main event that will highlight the annual Children’s Holiday Show.
The big night of boxing is promoted by Vernoca L. Michael and Blue Horizon Boxing Inc.
The Annual Children’s Holiday is a night where boxing fans are encouraged to bring an unwrapped gift that will go to one of the many agencies that help the less fortunate during the season of giving.
“This is always a very successful night”, said Michael.
“The fans come out in full force and bring gifts for the many people who can’t afford to have a holiday season. Each year the fans seem to outdo themselves with their generosity and I am sure this year will be no exception.”
Upsher Chambers of Philadelphia has a record of 20-1-1 with six wins coming by knockouts.
In his last outing, Chambers was very impressive in disposing Aaron Drake in two rounds on September 11th at The Legendary Blue Horizon. He is currently riding a sixteen fight win streak (all at The Blue Horizon).
This will be Chambers 22nd appearance at The Legendary Blue Horizon (20-1).
Carrasquillo of Lancaster, PA has a record of 12-12-1 with ten knockouts but has been in the ring with some of the top fighters between 140-147 pounds.
He folds a win over former Contender Contestant Aaron Torres (14-5) as well as a stoppage victory over then undefeated Isam Kahlil (13-0-2) as well as first round knockouts over Keenan Collins (12-3-1) and Wayland Willingham (13-0).
Although Carrasquillo has dropped five straight the combined record of those five opponents is a more then respectable 64-7-2.
In his last fight, Carrasquillo gave former world title challenger, Mike Arnaoutis all he could hand including making up Arnaoutis face before dropping a close unanimous decision in North Bergan, New Jersey.
The co-feature will be an eight round middleweight attraction between Gee Cullmer and Loren Myers.
Cullmer has a record of 16-1 with three knockouts.
The native of Philadelphia is on an eleven fight win streak (with one no-contest) and is coming off a six round split decision over Clarence “Sonny Bono” Taylor on May 15th at The Legendary Blue Horizon.
This will be Cullmer’s twelfth consecutive start at The Legendary Blue Horizon (10-0, 1 NC).
Myers of Fresno, California has a record of 7-7 with two knockouts.
He has dropped three consecutive fights, including to prized prospect Matt Korobov on June 13th on the Miguel Cotto-Joshua Clottey undercard in Madison Square Garden. He was the first to take Korobov the distance. In his last bout, Myers was stopped by undefeated Dion Savage on September 19th at part of the big Floyd Mayweather-Juan Manuel Marquez undercard.
In a four round Heavyweight bout, former NHL tough guy, Nathan Perrott will look to make it two straight knockouts as he takes on debuting John Bolden of New York City.
Perrott won his pro debut at The Legendary Blue Horizon on September 11th when he took out Makidi Ku-Tima in four rounds.
Ina four round Jr. Middleweight bout, Darrell Jones will risk his undefeated record of 2-0 when he takes on Antonio Fernandez.
Jones has a record of 2-0 with one knockout and the Philadelphia native is coming off a four round unanimous decision on October 2nd over Achmad Tuba at The Legendary Blue Horizon.
Fernandez is 0-3 of Brockton, Massachusetts and is coming off a fourth round stoppage defeated to David Bauza on September 4th.
In a four round Cruiserweight bout, Charles Heyward (1-2) of Philadelphia will battle Patrick Budd (2-0) of Dumfries, VA.
In a four round heavyweight bout, Tim Johnson (3-1, 2 KO’s) takes on Jonathan Felton (6-19, 5 KO’s) of Stafford, VA.
Popular ladies Welterweight Jackie Davis (3-0, 1 KO) of Philadelphia will see action in a four round bout against an opponent to be named.
Donald Bernard (1-0) of Patterson NJ will take on an opponent to be named in a four round Jr. Welterweight bout.
Ticket prices for this great night of boxing are $200 for Queen Seating, $125 for Presidential seats, $65 for VIP, $55 for Ringside, and $45 for General Admission and can be purchased by calling The Legendary Blue Horizon at 1-215-763-0500. Doors open at 6:30 PM / 1st bout begins at 7:30 PM
The Legendary Blue Horizon is located at 1314 North Broad Street in Philadelphia, PA
WBA Title Fight Citizens Business Bank Arena
Kina Malpartida traveled from her native Peru in 2006 to made her USA boxing debut in the Battle In The Ballroom that February, and over the next 16 months fought five times at the Irvine Marriott, where she waged wars against Miriam Nakamoto and Ela Nunez, and crafted a 3-2 record.
Then Malpartida, who is also a Peru National Surfing Champion took a year off to reflect on her boxing career, and last February 10th at Madison Square Garden she burst back on the boxing scene with a vengeance facing 13-0 Maureen Shea for the vacant WBA Super Featherweight World Title, and shocked everyone by scoring a 10th round TKO win to capture the title.
Instantly becoming a national hero in Peru, she returned to Lima and on June 20th before a sold out crowd of 6,000 at the Coliseo Dibo Dammert she stopped Brazilian Halama Dos Santos in the seventh round to successful defend her world title. The fight was shown live to the nation of Peru and garnered a massive 85% share.
Kina now returns to the USA and California to defend her world title once again, and on Saturday, December 5th at Citizens Business Bank Arena she meet’s England’s 10-1 Lyndsey Scragg for her WBA Super Featherweight Belt on the Dynamite Explosion show!
Also featured on the six bout card will be former champion Armando Santa Cruz, top prospects Oscar Venegas and Ricky Duenas, and undefeated Peruvian boxers 9-0 Carlos Zambrano and 3-0 Juan Zegarra.
The show will also be netcast live on the internet for $10 and people can purchase this netcast by going to www.battleintheballroom.com.
Tickets start at $30 for lower level seats and can be purchased at www.ticketmaster.com. Doors open at 3:30pm and first bout at 4:15pm.