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Oscar “Kaboom” Rivas on special mission to become heavyweight & bridgerweight World ChampionImportant announcement

אפריל 3, 2021 FNU47 להשאיר תגובה

**קוויבק סיטי, אונטריו, קנדה** (מרץ 24, 2021) – Fresh off his recent third-round stoppage of **Sylvera “Sly” Louis** במשחק הגומלין שלהם, מועצת אגרוף העולם (WBC) לא. 1 rated bridgerweight **אוסקר "Kaboom" ריבאס** (27-1, 19 קוס) is on a special mission to not only become the first bridgerweight world champion but capture the world heavyweight crown as well.

A 2008 אולימפי קולומביאני, Rivas is currently rated as the WBC’s No. 1-rated contender in the bridgerweight division (-224 קילו.), ולא. 9 in The Ring magazine’s heavyweight rankings.

Prior to his rematch with Louis, Rivas hadn’t fought in 20 months due mainly to COVID-19 pandemic restrictions. Never-the-less, “Kaboom” remained professional, training throughout his ring absence, and now he’s positioned to fight for the inaugural WBC bridgerweight title.

“I love this sport,” Rivas said from his Montreal home. I dedicate my life to boxing. I never stopped training because I love it and I can’t live without it. אני ספורטאי! The pandemic didn’t make things easy for me or anybody else, especially for a natural heavyweight like me.

"בטבעת, I am having fun, and that’s what drives me. After I was able to knockdown my opponent (לואיס) בסיבוב הראשון, my coach asked me to take advantage of the opportunity to box because I hadn’t fought in 20 חודשים. I hadn’t stepped in the ring and that’s what I enjoy every minute of.”

Even though he’s on the precipice of winning his first world title, as a bridgerweight fighter, Rivas will not be fully satisfied without becoming a 2-division world champion.

“I want to be the bridgerweight and heavyweight World champion without a doubt,” he explained. “My mission is timeless. For some reason, the big boys in the heavyweight division don’t want to fight me. There would have been good reasons for **דיליאן ווייט** to give me a rematch, to clear any doubts! I love **טייסון זעם** but when he was looking for a dance partner last December, my name was dropped first even though we had the same promoter. I can only assume that they consider I am too dangerous for them. By becoming the WBC bridgerweight World champion, I assume that those big boys will be more intrigued to fight me, ואני לא יכול לחכות. עכשיו, more than ever.

“I am a heavyweight and I always tried to stay under 235 pounds throughout my career to exploit my speed, so the bridgerweight class became a natural fit for me. עכשיו, I am aiming to become champion of the world in two divisions. Bring them all on!"

Rivas’ most likely will know who his opponent will be for the WBC bridgerweight title fight in June in the coming days. The names often mentioned are No. 3 מדורג **בראיינט ג'נינגס**(24-4, 14 קוס), 2-time world heavyweight title challenger, or built-up South African cruiserweight, לא. 2 מדורג **Kevin Larena** (26-1, 13 קוס).

“My team has been working very hard during this unbelievable time (pandemic) to organize a significant fight for me.” Rivas noted. “I just can’t wait to step back into the ring with anybody.”

Rivas still has unfinished business with Whyte, who is the only pro to defeat Rivas, albeit under questionable circumstances. באוגוסט האחרון, Whyte won a 12-round unanimous decision, after been knockdown with an uppercut in the 9^ה סיבוב, in their vacant WBC Interim heavyweight title fight, but prior to their fight, unbeknownst to Team Rivas, Whyte had apparently tested positive for a banned substance during training camp. A UK Anti-Doping investigation somehow later cleared Whyte of any wrongdoings.

באוגוסט האחרון, Whyte was knocked out in the fifth round by **אלכסנדר Povetkin** in their WBC Interim title fight and Povetkin will defend his title this weekend in Gibraltar versus Whyte.

Oscar Rivas can’t wait to let his fists go “Kaboom” on his next opponent, whomever and whenever that is, as he continues his special mission.

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Groupe Yvon Michel is a professional boxing promotion organization, founded in 2004 by Yvon Michel, Alexandra Croft and Bernard Barré, all still active within the company, which is the most prolific organization in the history of professional boxing in Canada. Since its founding GYM has organized 155 events in Quebec, participated in 36 international galas outside of Quebec. Six boxers became world champions, יואכים Alcine, ז'אן פסקל, אדוניס סטיבנסון, ארתור בטרבייב, Eleider Alvarez and Marie-Eve Dicaire. Sixteen of the organization’s boxers have fought 48 world championship bouts with an excellent record of 24 נצחונות, 22 הפסדים ו 2 שואב. During this period major American television networks were more active than ever in coming to Quebec to broadcast GYM’s most important events. ב 34 occasions major American networks presented a GYM event, an exceptional showcase of Quebec knowledge including HBO (8), ההצגה מתחילה (7), ESPN2 (10), Wealth TV (4), ספייק TV (2), ESPN (1), הלשכה המרכזית לסטטיסטיקה (1) and NBC Sports (1).

Marie-Eve Dicaire learned invaluable lesson from Claressa Shields fight

אפריל 3, 2021 FNU47 להשאיר תגובה

MONTREAL (מרץ 31, 2021) – Popular Canadian boxerMarie-Eve Dicaire learned an invaluable albeit disappointing lesson ב her decision-loss to now-undisputed world super welterweight championקלרסה שילדס (11-0, 2 קוס) on the March 3^rd “SUPERWOMEN” pay-per-view event.

Dicaire (17-1) suffered her first loss as a professional and in boxing that often leads in one direction or the opposite: learning from the overall experience and improving as a boxer or continue fighting as just a former world champion chasing opportunity.

Two weeks after the Shields fight, Marie-Eve was right back in training, rather than wallowing in her first loss and feeling sorry for herself.

“Clearly,” Dicaire said, “I learned a lot. I went right back to the gym with a precise plan to take my boxing to another level. I’ve realized many things, some good and some bad, but it will definitely help become a more complete fighter.

“After two weeks off, I had more than enough. Also, during the last year we experimented with a new way to work. I go to the gym for intense training for a few weeks, then take a few days off to rest. This method has brought me to another level, so we decided to work this way for my upcoming camp, because I felt great in the ring. I’m an overachiever. I can’t rest when I know I lost. I needed to get the work done to enjoy true vacations. I know I will be in the ring again soon.”

Losses ultimately lead to changes but Dicaire’s goal of becoming undisputed world champion remains the same. What’s changing, למרות ש, is her style, at least to some degree, especially considering she has zero knockouts during her pro career.

“I was born ready, so the sooner, טוב יותר,” Dicaire spoke about winning another world title. “I want to become a unified, undisputed world champion and this is why I am already back to work. We’re working on improving some of my weaknesses that weren’t a priority before. I’ll be working on improving my power and inside fighting during this training camp.”

Dicaire also learned that her support system has grown, remarkably, even after the initial setback on her otherwise undefeated record.

“I thought I was going to deal with the loss alone with my family and close friends,” Dicaire concluded, “but it’s been the exact opposite. I have never experienced so much support from fans during my entire career. It is like everybody is aware I have everything it takes to become champion of the world again and they’re with me during this new journey.”

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MMA LEGEND, ANDERSON SILVA TO FACE JULIO CESAR CHAVEZ JR. AT TRIBUTE TO THE KINGS ON SATURDAY, JUNE 19TH ON PAY-PER-VIEW

אפריל 3, 2021 FNU47 להשאיר תגובה

**Guadalajara, מקסיקו (מרץ 30, 2021)** – It is Official!! — The Legend Anderson Silva has agreed to fight Julio Chavez Jr. in “Tribute to the Kings” in a boxing match on Saturday June 19th to be broadcast on Pay Per View in North America.

אנדרסון סילבה, considered by many to be the greatest MMA fighter of all time, will take on former WBC Middleweight Champion of the world Julio Cesar Chavez, ג 'וניור. in a boxing match on June 19th at Jalisco Stadium in Guadalajara, מקסיקו. Silva of Curitiba Brazil was the longest reigning middleweight Champion for the UFC and compiled a record of 34 victories with 11 הפסדים ו 23 stunning knockouts. His boxing record is 13 - 1. צ'אבס, ג 'וניור. יש לו רקורד של 52-5-1 עם 34 knockouts.

“When I look back at my journey, I see that nothing has been in vain!
I am extremely happy for the opportunity to test my boxing skills with Julio César Chávez Jr. I train continuously, always am striving for resilience and to overcome obstacles. Fighting is my everlasting breath,” said Silva.

““I have rededicated myself to the sport I love and I will be ready to face anyone in the Light Heavyweight division starting with Silva. I will be prepared to be victorious on June 19th,” said Julio Cesar Chavez Jr.

Keith Schoen, of Schoen Entertainment, working in concert with Armando Bareño of Global Sports Streaming (השב"כ) have secured the deal with Anderson Silva for this bout with Julio Chavez Jr. The promoter for this event is Jorge Toscano of Toscano Boxing Promotions and Saul Rios of Borizteca Boxing Promotions who are represented by Attorney Gino Mazzanti.

“This promises to be an epic battle between two superior fighters with a global fan base. Everyone associated with this Pay-Per-View promotion, and fight fans from around the globe are super enthusiastic to see these two great fighters meet in the ring,” said Keith Schoen. Anderson Silva is represented by ICM Partners, and managed by Talize Sayegh of Ducais Talent Management.

Said Jorge Toscano of Toscano Promotions, “We are excited to complete this deal and bring an entertaining night of boxing for the combat sport community.”

Fellow co-promoter Saul Rios of Borizteca Boxing said, “Anderson Silva is the greatest MMA fighter, and a great boxer so to have him fight Chavez Jr. for his first fight after leaving the UFC makes for an intriguing night of boxing.”

Armando Bareño of Global Sports Streaming stated, ““When you hear the names Chavez, קמאצ'ו, & Alvarez you know those are big names in boxing. Now adding Silva’s name to boxing; this made a special night even bigger with the GOAT of MMA fighting in a boxing match.”

This Massive Event “Tribute to The Kings” will be live on Pay-Per-View and will also feature a special Exhibition bout that will see Julio Cesar Chavez Sr. make his final ring appearance against Hector Camacho Jr. Camacho will be honoring the legacy of his late Hall of Fame father.

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ציטוטים ותמונות של JARON "BOOTS" ENNIS CAMPING

אפריל 3, 2021 FNU47 להשאיר תגובה

***“I’m coming there to take a win home to Philadelphia and look good doing it, by any means,” – Ennis***

**Rising Welterweight Star Ennis Battles Former World Champion Sergey Lipinets Saturday, אפריל 10 לחיות על שואוטיים^® in a Premier Boxing Champions Event**

**לחץ** **כאן** **עבור תמונות אמנדה Westcott / Showtime**

**פילדלפיה** (אפריל 1, 2021) - Welterweight המנוצח **Jaron “Boots” Ennis** will look to cement his status as a rising star in the welterweight division when he takes on rugged former world champion **Lipinets סרגיי** in a 12-round battle that headlines action live on SHOWTIME Saturday, אפריל 10 מ Mohegan Sun Arena באונקאסוויל, קונטיקט. באירוע פרמייר אלופי אגרוף.

The 23-year-old Ennis will be facing the toughest competition of his career in Lipinets, as he enters the ring in his first SHOWTIME CHAMPIONSHIP BOXING main event. Representing the fighting city of Philadelphia, Ennis has used sublime boxing skills and power in both hands to make his claim as the city’s next great champion.

Ennis put together a 16-fight knockout streak that included becoming the first person to stop Juan Carlos Abreu when he blasted out the longtime challenger in the sixth round in August 2020. Ennis was unable to extend that streak in December 2020, when his fight against Chris van Heerden was declared a no-contest after round one due to a clash of heads causing a severe cut on Van Heerden’s forehead.

Trained by his father Bozy Ennis, Ennis shared his thoughts on training camp, Lipinets and more below:

***On headlining his first Showtime Championship Boxing card:***

“It has made my schedule a little crazier. Being in the main event on SHOWTIME brings more attention, but I like it. I like being in the spotlight. I like to shine, so it’s nothing new to me. Now it’s fight time. I am locked in and ready to rock and roll.”

***במחנה אימונים***:

“We always do four-minute rounds in camp. I’ve been doing that since I was a baby. That’s another reason why I don’t sit down when I fight, because I am so used to the four-minute rounds. The three-minute rounds go by real fast on fight night. One thing we added this camp was the underwater treadmill work.”

***On his final preparations:***

“The week before the fight, we are winding it down and sharpening up. זה היה מחנה אימונים נהדר. I have been getting better and better each and every day, and I can’t wait to perform next Saturday.”

***On facing his first former world champion:***

"הוא לוחם טוב, but it doesn’t mean anything to me. It’s just another day in the office. He’s a regular person just like anyone else.”

***On Sergey calling him a ‘typical Philly fighter’:***

“I guess he knows I’m tough, gritty and I’m ready to rumble. I’m coming there to take a win home to Philadelphia and look good doing it, by any means.”

***On his knockout power***:

“I don’t think I have my man strength yet. I feel it will be one or two more years until I fully have my man strength. The crazy part is, I feel like in a fight, I still haven’t thrown a real power shot and really sat down on a punch yet. Everything I’ve been knocking guys out with has been all natural strength.”

***On how he views his knockout streak***:

“Some people might look at a knockout on April 10 כ 17^ה נוקאאוט ברציפות, some might view it as the start of a new knockout streak. בשבילי, I don’t really care as long as I come out victorious. That’s all that matters to me. I’m not looking for a knockout but I’m going to take it if it comes.”

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***ABOUT ENNIS VS. LIPINETS***
אניס נגד. Lipinets will see rising welterweight star **Jaron “Boots” Ennis** face former world champion **Lipinets סרגיי** in a 12-round showdown headlining action live on SHOWTIME Saturday, אפריל 10 מ Mohegan Sun Arena באונקאסוויל, קונטיקט. באירוע פרמייר אלופי אגרוף.

בשיתוף תכונת ההצגה מתחילה אליפות אגרוף, a pair of hard-hitting welterweights square off as **Eimantas Stanionis** takes on former world title challenger **תומס Dulorme** in a 12-round WBA Welterweight Title Eliminator. The telecast opener features IBF Junior Bantamweight World Champion **Jerwin “Pretty Boy” Ancajas** להגן על התואר שלו נגד **Jonathan Rodríguez** בקרב של 12 סיבובים.

האירוע מקודם על ידי מבצעי TGB. אניס נגד. Lipinets is promoted in association with D&אגרוף.

למידע נוסף, בקר www.SHO.com/sports, www.PremierBoxingChampions.com, לעקוב אחרי בטוויטר @ShowtimeBoxing, @PremierBoxing ו- @TGBPromotions באינסטגרם @ShowtimeBoxing, @PremierBoxing ו- @ TGBPromotions או להיות אוהד בפייסבוק בכתובת www.Facebook.com/SHOBoxing.

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פרוספקט המבשר ג'לן ווקר בפעולה במוצאי שבת במיאמי

מרץ 19, 2021 FNU47 להשאיר תגובה

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אלופת משקל הרוח הבלתי מעורערת ג'סיקה מקסקיל שמחפשת אחר השמות הגדולים ביותר באגרוף

מרץ 19, 2021 FNU47 להשאיר תגובה

מקסקיל מתמודד עם טיילור ושילדס

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ANGEL FIERRO KNOCKS OUT FORMER CHAMPION ALBERTO MACHADO IN PUERTO RICO VS. MEXICO BATTLE IN THURSDAY’S RING CITY USA MAIN EVENT

מרץ 19, 2021 FNU47 להשאיר תגובה

Jose Martinez and Israel Gonzalez Battle to Majority Draw in Co-Main Event, Alma Ibarra Earns Unanimous Decision Over Maricela Cornejo, and Joe Ward Avenges Lone Professional Loss Against Marco Delgado

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סן חואן, PUERTO RICO – March 18, 2021 -Angel Fierrorose from the canvas twice en route to a stunning comeback knockout win in the sixth round against former world championאלברטו Machadoas the latest chapter of the iconic Puerto Rico vs. Mexico ring rivalry was written in the Ring City USA main event, live on NBC Sports Network from Albergue Olimpico (Olympic Center) in Salinas, פורטו ריקו.

Tijuana’s Fierro (18-1-1, 14 קוס) handed Machado (22-3, 18 קוס) of Rio Piedras his first professional loss in Puerto Rico, following a hot start from the former junior lightweight world champion. Machado, 30, scored a knockdown in each of the first two rounds with well-placed right-hand counter punches. Fierro displayed a durable chin and beat the count easily both times, signaling that he was not hurt by the crunching power punches. Fierro was down 48-45 on all three judges’ scorecards at the time of the stoppage.

“I’m happy, I faced a top-notch fighter tonight in Alberto Machado,” said Fierro, who was a three-to-one underdog. “He is world class and dropped me twice. But I am ecstatic that I was able to come back and beat a fighter of his caliber.”

The 22-year-old lightweight turned the fight around in the fourth round as he dedicated himself to a vicious body attack against Machado. The body work paid dividends as he found openings throughout the fifth and sixth round, ultimately leading to a vicious left hand that sent the former titlist to the canvas for the first and only time in the fight. Fierro credited finding his second wind to his two-year-old daughter back in Mexico.

“He dropped me twice in the beginning of the fight,” added Fierro. “When I got back to my corner, I told them, ‘remind me of my daughter.’ Because with this fight I can change her life and that’s exactly what they did after the third round. They motivated me and that’s exactly what I did.”

לפני הקרב, Fierro told the Ring City USA broadcast team, “the best judge is a knockout when you’re fighting in someone else’s hometown.” The Mexican warrior, who replaced undefeated prospect Hector Tanajara on one week’s notice, delivered on his promise to take matters into his own hands.

“We found a lot of gaps in Machado’s game in the sixth round,” stated Fierro. “I took advantage of them and I turned it around. I told you in the interview (לפני הקרב), I didn’t come here to be a tourist in Puerto Rico. I came here to win.”

Immediately preceding the main event, אירלנד שלJoe Ward (3-1, 2 קוס) avenged his only professional loss with a dominating unanimous decision victory overMarco Delgado(7-2, 5 קוס) in their six-round light heavyweight tilt. בחודש אוקטובר 2019, the 15-time Irish National Champion Ward faced Delgado in his professional debut and suffered a dislocated kneecap which led to a technical knockout victory for the Turlock, קליפורניה. ילידים. Under the tutelage of two-division world champion Joey Gamache, the 29-year-old Ward displayed his spectacular amateur pedigree as he attempts to fast-track his pro career.

In the second fight of the telecast, Alma Ibarra (7-1, 4 קוס) earned a hard-fought unanimous decision overMaricela Cornejo (13-4, 5 קוס) במאבק בינוני שמונה עגול. Two of the ringside judges scored seven rounds for Ibarra (79-73) while the third saw it 77-75 for the winner. Ibarra, who hails from Monterrey, מקסיקו, brought the fight to the Los Angeles native throughout the fight and was the far busier fighter.

“Now the world knows who Alma Ibarra is and what she is made of,” said the victor. “To everyone, I was a stranger. And to fight against someone who is very recognized worldwide in Maricela Cornejo and beat her, this opened many doors for us.”

Ibarra, 32, returned from a 16-month layoff following her first professional defeat against Raquel Miller in 2019. Ibarra, who had a successful amateur career, looked comfortable as she commanded the ring against the seasoned professional in 33-year-old Cornejo. Ibarra, a natural welterweight, was fighting at the heaviest weight of her career (156 קילו.).

“I felt very good, חזק מאוד, as this is a division that I am not used to,” said Ibarra. “I always fight in lower divisions, we had to go up two divisions to take this great opportunity, and well, I think we were not wrong to take this risk.”

In the co-main event of the evening, which kicked off the four-fight main card on NBC Sports Network, Jose “Chiquiro” Martinez(21-1-3, 14 קוס) of Mayaguez, P.R. וIsrael Gonzalez (26-4-1, 11 קוס) of Cabo San Lucas, מקסיקו, fought to a majority draw in their 10-round bantamweight affair. While one ringside judge gave Gonzalez, 24, the edge on the scorecards (96-94), the remaining two judges scored it identically at 95-95. Ring City’s unofficial scorer Steve Smoger had Gonzalez edging the hometown fighter 97-93.

“I felt his punches, but I was the superior fighter tonight,"אמר גונזלס. “He might have won three rounds but it’s OK. I’m thankful to Puerto Rico and all of the people that gave me an opportunity to be here.”

The 28-year-old Martinez did his best work on the inside as he attempted to neutralize the five-inch reach advantage of the younger Gonzalez and led on two of the scorecards through the midway point of the fight. בינתיים, Gonzalez flashed excellent hand speed in the back-and-forth affair and stole many of the later rounds when he found his second wind. This marked the third draw for Martinez over his last seven fights and the first for Gonzalez.

“I feel happy, satisfied with the work I did,” said Martinez. “I understand that I was fighting against a strong opponent and that I won. I pushed more. I was on top of him, but these things happen in boxing. Now it’s a matter of continuing to train, maintain myself and seek that title opportunity.”

Following the co-main event between Martinez and Gonzalez, Ring City USA paid tribute to the late Marvelous Marvin Hagler, who died at the age of 66 ביום שבת. A member of the International Boxing Hall of Fame, Hagler reigned as the undisputed middleweight champion for several years and participated in several classic bouts in the 1980s.

“The beautiful part of Marvelous Marvin Hagler, if you had the chance to be around him, is that he was authentic,” said blow-by-blow announcer Bob Papa. “Just as he was in the ring was how he treated you outside of the ring. He is truly one of the greatest champions of all time.”

Earlier in the evening, live on Twitch in the U.S. ובעולם, מלאך אקוסטה (22-2, 21 קוס) of Barrio Obrero Santurce, פורטו ריקו, earned a victory on the scorecards for the first time in his professional career, להרוויח בהחלטה פה אחד מעלגילברטו מנדוזה (17-10-3, 8 קוס) of Baja California, מקסיקו, in an eight-round super flyweight fight. Fighting in his hometown of Salinas, Edwin Valentin(10-0, 9 קוס) remained perfect with a fifth-round technical knockout victory over fellow Puerto Ricanהקטור מרנגו(7-15-4, 4 קוס). In the opening fight of the evening, ז'וזה רומית (11-0, 5 קוס) של Bayamon, פורטו ריקו, נצחRoque Junco(10-8-1, 6 קוס) via unanimous decision in an eight-round welterweight fight.

Calling all the action ringside in Puerto Rico was former two-time welterweight champion Shawn Porter joined by NBC Sports blow-by-blow commentator Bob Papa. Brian Campbell served as fight night analyst with Curran Bhatia reporting from ringside. The executive producers of tonight’s presentation ofRing City USA: Machado vs. Fierro on NBC Sports Network were Eric Weinberger, Jeff Huggins & Frank Samuel. The telecast was produced by David Gibson and directed by Matt Celli.

Tonight’s full four-fight telecast will be available to watch on-demand on the NBC Sports App with authenticated sign-in.

Ring City USA returns next Thursday, מרץ 25 on NBC Sports Network to close out its three-event residency in Puerto Rico as one of the biggest fights in women’s boxing will take center stage between seven-division world champion and future Boxing Hall of Famerאמנדה סראנו and three-division titlistDaniela Bermudez for Serrano’s WBO and WBC featherweight world titles. Follow Ring City USA onפייסבוק, טוויטרוInstagramfor the latest updates or visitwww.ringcityusa.com למידע נוסף.

About Ring City USA

Ring City, which launched in 2020, is boxing’s newest sports media platform. Working in tandem with a variety of promoters and talent, its new boxing series places an emphasis on competitive matchups that genuinely test the fighters and excite the fight fans. Ring City provides great fights in the ring and compelling shoulder programming outside of the ring. Ring City is the proving ground where up-and-coming talent can earn their stripes and launch themselves into the upper echelon of boxing stardom.

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Third-Generation Boxer Kayla Gomez Cornered by Mother and Grandmother / 2020 USA National Boxing Championships Mar. 25-אפריל. 4, in Shreveport, לואיזיאנה

מרץ 15, 2021 FNU47 להשאיר תגובה

מעיינות קולורדו, Lap. (מרץ 15, 2021) – There is no more of a family affair in USA Boxing thanKayla Gomez’s, in which her mother, Crystal Aceves, and grandmother, Cindy Aceves, work her corner.

They will be together once again at the 2020 האליפות הלאומית אגרוף ארה"ב, postponed due to the COVID-19 pandemic from last December to March 25 – אפריל 3, in Shreveport, .

The 18-year-old Gomez, who lives in El Paso (TX), is a youth flyweight (112 קילו.) מתאגרף, who finished second at the 2019 אליפות הלאומית, highlighting her first year in Youth competition. She has a growing supply of gold medals having finished on top at the 2019 & 2018 Western Regional Open, 2018 & 2017 Junior Open Championships, ו 2018 & 2017 Eastern Regional Open. She is also a 5-time National Junior Olympic champion (2015 דרך 2019).

A self-described multi-dimensional boxer, Kayla is a counter puncher and consummate boxer, displaying veteran-like “ringmanship,” but also capable of being a technical brawler and pressure fighter. She first started boxing in 2012 after watching a documentary on the 2012 Olympics.

“The inspiration of the boxers training to earn a gold medal motivated me to learn this unique sport,” Gomez explained. “I dedicate my whole life to boxing and as of right now, amateur boxing has impacted my life in a positive manner, paving my way in the near future to earn different accolades and experience for an Olympic gold medal and my pro career.”

Her mother, Crystal, is an amateur boxer who has competed in many tournaments. She will not compete in these championships this year because she is fully focused right now on her daughter and her future. She will be competing at other 2021 tournaments.

“As a boxer, my mom knows what it’s like to be in my position, so instead of getting mad at me, she gives me alternatives to do when I’m feeling low or not myself to have a better chance of being the best fighter I can be,” Kayla explained what it’s like having her mother and grandmother working her corner. “We all have a great relationship and work well in the ring together. They understand what it’s like to be in my position.”

A high school senior, Kayla is in a K-12 program for an online school due to her busy schedule. She does plan to attend college and share her boxing with educational opportunities.

“My education is just as important as my boxing,” She concluded. “I will attend college and work really hard to accomplish my goal of earning a gold medal at the 2024 Olympics and beginning my pro career afterwards.”

Kayla Gomez is a legacy boxer with a promising future.

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