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MARIO BARRIOS DOMINATES IN 2016 DEBUT

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BROOKLYN, NY (April 16, 2016) – IBF #15 super-featherweight ranked contender,Mario Barrios, remained undefeated with a dominating unanimous decision victory over Edgar Gabejan (26-33-6, 9 KOs) a veteran of over 500 ronds, Verbesserung seiner Aufzeichnung auf (15-0, 8 KOs).
Stadtviertel, der aus San Antonio stammt, TX, came out guns blazing, dropping Gabejan in round one. Towering over his opponent, Stadtviertel, who stands over six feet tall, used his height and reach to perfection as he landed precise punches throughout the remainder of the fight. Gabejan made it to the final bell but was severely beaten up. Scorecards lesen 80-71 über die Grenze, alle für Barrios.
This marks the first fight for Barrios in 2016. Mit dem Sieg, Barrios hope to get back in the ring as soon as possible. A world title fight by the end of the year is what Barrios has is mind set on.
“I’m happy with my performance heute Abend,” Said Mario Barrios. “My opponent showed a lot of heart making it to the final bell. Going the full eight rounds was great experience for me. I feel I’m improving with each fight and I’m hoping by the end of the year I’ll be ready to challenge any of the champions in my division.”
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Undefeated Rising Star Errol Spence Jr. Makes A Statement In The Welterweight Division With Dominating Fifth-Round Stoppage Of Former World Champion Chris Algieri In Primetime On Premier Boxing Champions On NBC Live From Barclays Center In Brooklyn

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Krzysztof Glowacki Drops Steve Cunningham Four Times On His Way To Retaining Cruiserweight World Title
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2012 U.S.. Olympian Marcus Browne Remains Undefeated With Split-Decision Over Previously Unbeaten Radivoje Kalajdzic
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BROOKLYN (April 17, 2016) – Undefeated rising welterweight star Errol “Die Wahrheit” Spence Jr. (20-0, 17 KOs) went emphatically from prospect to contender with a fifth-round stoppage of former world champion Chris Algieri (21-3, 8 KOs) auf Premier Boxing Champions (PBC) auf NBC Samstag night from Barclays Center in Brooklyn.
“It meant a lot to get the stoppage,” sagte Spence Jr. “I did something Manny Pacquiao and Amir Khan couldn’t do. That shows where I’m at in the welterweight division.”
Spence Jr. was superior in every regard as he took control of the fight from the beginning with world-class bodywork and blazing speed. Algieri was expected to be a major step-up for the 2012 U.S.. Olympier, but was unable to bother his opponent despite landing 31 percent of his punches to Spence Jr.’s 30 percent per CompuBox stats.
“I can’t take anything away from this young hungry lion,” Said Algieri. “He did a great job. I trained really hard for this fight. I hope that people appreciate me and how hard I worked and what I brought to the fight.”
“Die Wahrheit” dominated by landing 41 percent of his power punches over the five rounds and only lost one round on the three judges’ Scorecards. Spence Jr. sent Algieri down for the first time in the fourth round with a combination finished off by a straight left hand.
Algieri survived the round, but Spence Jr. was determined to get a stoppage and he connected with another straight left that put Algieri on the canvas early in round five.
“It was pretty one-sided, Ich fühlte mich,” sagte Spence Jr. “I started slowly. He said he was going to take me to deep waters so I wanted to pace myself.”
“I just wasn’t sticking to the style and the strategy like I should have,” Said Algieri. “We had a couple of different styles that we were going to show him and I never stayed in one style long enough to be effective.”
Spence Jr. saw his opportunity and launched a vicious attack in an attempt to end the fight. A massive left hook connected clean with Algieri’s jaw and put him on the canvas for the third and final time, as referee Benjy Esteves waved off the bout at :48 seconds into the fifth round.
“Everyone wanted to see what I could do against a proven fighter and I blew him out of the water,” added Spence Jr.
In der Eröffnungsrede Kampf der Sendung, Polish star Krzysztof Glowacki (26-0, 16 KOs) sent former world champion Steve “U.S.S.” Cunningham (28-8-1, 13 KOs) to the canvas four times on his way to a unanimous decision to retain his cruiserweight world title in front of a raucous Polish-heavy crowd.
“Power and precision is my trademark,” said Glowacki. “That’s always been my game. I was a little bit reluctant because of the surgery, but I got more comfortable as the fight went on.”
Glowacki got the action going early as he scored his first knockdown with a left hand that he would use to control the fight and knocked down Cunningham a second time shortly after the former champion rose to his feet.
“I’m just disappointed,” sagte Cunningham. “I knew I just had to work. The corner kept telling me to go to the body more in the later rounds. I’ve been down before. I knew I had to go at this guy.”
The southpaw from Walcz, Poland and the orthodox veteran from Philadelphia combined for several exciting exchanges as Cunningham was able to land his share of power right hands but was more often than not met with Glowacki’s thudding left.
“The plan from the beginning was to hit him with the left hand and you could tell I was hitting with full power,” said Glowacki. “I couldn’t hit that hard against Marco Huck because of my injury and now I’m hoping to keep that power up in my next fight.”
Cunningham went down again in the 10th round from a short right hand but was able to rally and stun Glowacki with a big right hand. The champion recovered quickly, but Cunningham did arguably his best work of the fight in the 11th round as he aggressively attacked Glowacki with combinations to the head and body.
The fireworks continued in the final round as a strong combination put Cunningham down for the fourth time in the fight. The challenger rose to his feet and attacked effectively at times, but the left hand proved to be too much.
“He punched with me and caught me coming in,” sagte Cunningham. “I knew after the second round knockdowns that I had to get rounds back and go get him. He’s a smart fighter.”
Cunningham was actually able to land a higher percentage of punches than Glowacki as he connected on 34 percent versus just 25 percent from Glowacki. However the knockdowns and Glowacki’s output advantage of 462 bis 366 was enough for him to retain his title by scores of 116-108 und 115-109 zweimal.
“The fans were my motivation throughout the fight,” said Glowacki. “I just wanted to give them more and more. I want to thank everyone who came and watched me.”
The televised swing bout saw 2012 U.S.. Olympier “Herr” Marcus Browne (18-0, 13 KOs) remained undefeated with a narrow split-decision victory over previously unbeaten Radivoje “Hot Rod” Kalajdzic (21-1, 14 KOs) in an eight-round light heavyweight contest.
“Establishing my jab was the key,” Said Browne. “Once I did that, he couldn’t get past it. He got me with a couple of good shots.”
Kalajdzic was emphatic that the judges were wrong in their decision.
“I don’t see how I lost,” said Kalajdzic. “I was the aggressor. Ich zeigte meinem Herzen. If he feels like he beat me, give me the rematch.”
The southpaw Browne was able to jab his way into control of the fight by landing 52 jabs to the 54 thrown by Kalajdzic the whole fight. Browne was able to bruise and eventually open up a cut over Kalajdzic’s left eye late in the fight.
In der ersten Runde, Browne was credited with a controversial knockdown as it appeared via replay that a slip had occurred and Browne had hit Kaladjzic after he was down.
Kalajdzic was effective with his power punches throughout the fight as he landed 36 percent of his power punches to 29 percent from Browne. His most effective moment came in round six when he sent Browne to the mat with a right hand.
“He caught me with something that grazed me,” Said Browne. “I didn’t even know what it was. I walked into the punch but I was able to get up from it and get back in rhythm.”
“He didn’t do anything that bothered me,” said Kalajdzic. “I was doing my thing. I should have listened to my coaches more and I would have stopped him.”
Browne was able to recover for the final two rounds and earn the split-decision by scores of 76-74 for Kalajdzic, 76-74 for Browne and 76-75 again for the still unbeaten Staten Island-native.
“I love fighting in front of my fans and family. We gutted this one out and it’s on to the next one,” added Browne.
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Errol Spence Jr., Chris Algieri, Krzysztof Glowacki, Steve Cunningham, Marcus Browne & Radivoje Kalajdzic Final Press Conference Quotes & Fotos

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PBC on NBC Live From Barclays Center On Samstag, April 16
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BROOKYLN (April 13, 2016) – Undefeated rising welterweight star Errol “Die Wahrheit” Spence Jr. und Ex-Weltmeister Chris Algieri ging von Angesicht zu Angesicht Mittwoch to kick-off fight week activities with the final press conference before they meet in the main event of Premier Boxing Champions (PBC) auf NBC diese Samstag, April 16 von Barclays Center in Brooklyn.
Also in attendance at the Highline Ballroom in Manhattan were cruiserweight championKrzysztof Glowacki und Ex-Champion Steven “U.S.S” Cunningham plus undefeated 2012 U.S.. Olympier “Herr” Marcus Browne and unbeaten light heavyweight Radivoje “Hot Rod” Kalajdzic who round out a stacked tripleheader am Samstag Nacht. Außerdem, popular Brooklyn undefeated fighter Heidekraut “Die Hitze” Winterhart was in attendance as she nears her undercard bout against Sweden’s Anna Hultin.
Karten für das Live-Event, der durch DiBella Entertainment in Zusammenarbeit mit Star Boxing gefördert, ab $25, nicht einschließlich anfallender Gebühren, und sind jetzt im Verkauf. Tickets können online erworben werden durch den Besuch www.ticketmaster.com, www.barclayscenter.com oder telefonisch unter 1-800-745-3000. Tickets sind auch an der American Express Box Office auf Barclays Center. Gruppenrabatte sind telefonisch unter 844-BKLYN-GP verfügbar.
Hier ist, was der Pressekonferenz Teilnehmer hatten zu sagen, Mittwoch:
ERROL SPENCE JR.
“This is a great card with great fighters and its a fantastic opportunity. A lot of people think I’m a prospect on the verge of being a contender. Samstag night is going to be a great performance.
“I never thought fight week would come. I’m just so excited to put on a show. It’s going to be the best Errol Spence you’ve ever seen.
“I just need to stick with my game plan. The game plan that my coach laid out for me and do what I do and get the win.
“Was auch immer passiert, happens. I’m going to have to feel it out in the first round. I just need to fight smart.
“I’ve always felt like I was ready for this level. Samstag Nacht, I’m looking for a coming out party. Mein Fokus ist 100 percent on this fight.
“I was ready two fights ago to fight for a title. After this fight we can talk about what’s next, aber im Moment, Chris Algieri is in front of me.
“Chris has been in a lot of hard fights. At the end of the day he’s a boxer and so am I. It’s going to be a war.”
Chris Algieri
“Brooklyn has treated me very well. I’ve had some of my best performances here at Barclays Center and I look forward to another.
“It’s always an honor to share the stage with such illustrious guys in our sport. A lot of these guys really bring honor and respect to the business that we do.
“I don’t think I’ve gotten as much respect as I deserve throughout my career. Ich weiß nicht warum, but it doesn’t really matter. At the end of the day I go out there and perform. More often then not I’m victorious.
“I think everyone knows that I’ll fight anybody. Spence is a guy people don’t want to fight, so they brought him to me.
“The best thing about working with John David Jackson is the confidence he gives me. He let’s me be who I am. He gives me the faith to trust in my abilities. I’m looking forward to putting on another great display with him in my corner.
“The hard work is done. Training camp was long, hard and grueling. Not much more to be said. Es ist Zeit zu kämpfen. It’s going to be a great night of fights. “
Glowacki von KRZYSZTOF
“I’m so happy to be back in the United States and I’d like to thank my team for preparing me so well.

“I’m very happy to be healthy. Training camp went the way I wanted to and I feel 100 percent ready to get in the ring
“Ich habe, um zu gewinnen. That’s the most important thing. It’s nice to be fighting on such a great card, but all that matters is keeping my belt.
“Fans can expect to see beautiful boxing. It will be a war inside of the ring. Am wichtigsten, Ich werde gewinnen.
“A lot of things have changed since I won my world title. Nobody used to know me and now everyone knows me. I’m happy with my career so far. I don’t like to talk about the future of my career until after the fight.
“Steve Cunningham is not only a great fighter but a great human being, so I expect a tough fight. He wants to take the belt from me but it’s not going to be easy. I want everyone to come out for a great show am Samstag.”
Steve Cunningham
“This is my first time fighting at Barclays Center and I’m very excited about that. Ich bin bereit zu kämpfen. Trainingscamp ist vorbei. You know it’s grueling and hard work.
“I know I have a great opponent. He took the belt from the champion. He got up off the canvas so I can’t look at him lightly at all. But I’m here to do a job.
“I’m was sick of getting cheated and robbed of opportunities at the heavyweight division. I decided to come back down. It’s no problem. Three pounds or four pounds, no big deal. Here we are.
“We are coming to steal the show. I’d like to steal the show without me getting hit too much. Ein Kampf ist ein Kampf. You know I come to win, so we’re going to have some fun.
“There are some adjustments you have to make when you fight a southpaw. A guy throwing two gloves at you and you have to throw gloves back at him. Doesn’t matter if he fights me upside down, I have to fight smart and beat him regardless.
“There’s always something special with Naazim Richardson. He’s a great mind. One of the great trainers out there. We’ve always got something special prepared. We have to do what we have to do and that’s win.
“When you beat a guy like Marco Huck who was about to make history and you beat him like Glowacki beat him, you have to think he’s good and realize you can’t take Glowacki lightly. Er ist ein Krieger. He’s a problem, something I’m going to have to deal with.
“I’m not 40-years-old yet. Give me a few more months! I don’t feel 39 oder 40. Ich fühle mich großartig. I just want to go in there and perform and do what I do.
“I’m not one of those predicting guys. I know things happen in the ring. But come Samstag Nacht, I want things to go my way. Wenn nicht, we’re able to evolve. Lass uns gehen, it’s work time.”
MARCUS BROWNE
“We’ve done a lot of talking leading up into this fight. I want to talk with my hands. He said he’s ready to fight. Schauen wir mal am Samstag Nacht.
“Ich fühle mich großartig. Training camp has gone great. Right now the focus is to win and look good. Whatever happens after that is going to happen.
“I’m going to do what I do best and that’s take care of business no matter what.
“I’m ready for whatever he brings to the table. We will know that after the first minute of the first round.
“It’s an incredible honor to be representing my hometown. Fighting in front my home fans is always very motivating and I can’t wait to put on another show for them.
“People have said a lot about how this will be my toughest fight. I can’t listen to anything on the outside. I’m prepared to my fullest and we’ll see what he has am Samstag Nacht.”
Radivoje Kalajdžić
“Ich bin bereit. I don’t have too much to say. Ich bin nur bereit zu kämpfen.
“Trainingslager war groß. We got a full eight weeks in. Roadwork, Anlage, alles. Ich bin nur bereit zu kämpfen.
“I want to introduce myself to the fans by knocking out Marcus Browne. If that doesn’t come, Ich möchte auf eine tolle Leistung gezeigt. Being on the big stage doesn’t bother me, once the bell rings its just another day.
“I know Marcus is fast and has pop to him. I don’t want to give too much away.
“I’m a boxer puncher. I’ve got the power to knock a fighter out. Most of my knockouts have come in the first round.
“I feel like I came up the right way. I didn’t have that much amateur experience, but I stepped up to this big opportunity at the right time.”
HEATHER HARDY
“I’m expecting to face a good strong boxer am Samstag Nacht. She’s coming down in weight to fight me, so don’t miss it.
“We changed a little bit during this training camp. I added another conditioning coach. A guy that has been putting me through torture three times a week.
“My opponent is strong, she has a good record, she’s from overseas. I know I have my hands full.
“It’s a real honor to fight at Barclays Center. I couldn’t ask for a better place. There’s nowhere in the world I’d rather fight than right here at home. As far as my career progressing, I’d like to be up there on stage and be on TV.
“Ich kann es kaum erwarten zu kämpfen (ungeschlagen Anwärter) Shelly Vincent. I think that will be the big breakthrough fight that let’s me establish who I am in this game and who I am for the bigger competition. That’s a perfect fight for TV. Fingers crossed.”
Lou DiBella, Präsident der DiBella Entertainment
“This great card features a fighter who is believed to be the top prospect in boxing, in Errol Spence Jr. versus New York’s own, a former world champion in Chris Algieri in what promises to be an exciting primetime main event.
“Marcus Browne has fought more times at Barclays Center than any other professional fighter. He has the chance to make the jump towards a world title by taking out another young undefeated fighter. ‘Hot Rod’ is not planning on letting that happen without serious resistance.
“Glowacki’s fight with Huck was one of the best of last year and he can expect the Polish fans in Brooklyn to be behind him am Samstag Nacht.
“Steve Cunningham is one of the most respected fighters by his peers. Not just for his quality in the ring, but his quality as a family man and as a human being. He knows he’s fighting a great champion and I know he’s got a great game plan.”
JOE DEGUARDIA, Präsident von Star Boxing
“It’s a pleasure to be back in Brooklyn and to have Chris Algieri fighting at Barclays Center again. It’s very rewarding that he will be in the main event on national television on NBC. It’s a real testament to this fight.
“Chris has had some great performances at Barclays Center. He’s going to have another one in front of him am Samstag. Spence Jr. is a challenge that Chris is looking forward to and one he has faced before.
“Everyone wrote him off when he faces Ruslan Provodnikov. We’re looking forward to Chris Algieri pulling off a surprise just like that am Samstag Nacht.”
BRETT Yormark, CEO of Brooklyn Sports & Unterhaltung
“Barclays Center is thrilled to have Chris Algieri back for his fourth fight and we expect a great turnout from the Long Island fans who are looking forward to Samstag as well. We’re also looking forward to a new name to headline Brooklyn and we welcome Errol Spence Jr.
“We welcome Marcus Browne back for your 11th fight and we thank you for calling Barclays Center home. Heather Hardy is also back at Barclays Center for the sixth time and we are thrilled to have all of them fighting in our building.
“It’s fitting that Samstag nights card features Chris Colbert and Earl Newman who got their start at Golden Gloves.
“Ich denke 2016 will be our biggest year yet and we look forward to welcoming everybody back in the coming months.”
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MARIO BARRIOS TO FACE 500 ROUND VETERAN IN EDGAR GABEJAN

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SAN ANTONIO, TX (April 13, 2016) – Unbeaten super lightweight contender, Mario Barrios (14-0, 8 KO), has an opponent named for his upcoming bout scheduled for this Saturday, April 16 von Barclays Center in Brooklyn. Barrios wird Gesicht Edgar Gabejan (27-32-6, 9 KOs), his most experienced foe to date, a veteran with over 500 battle tested rounds. The non-televised 8-round bout will take place on the undercard of a Premier Boxing Champions (PBC) auf NBC tripleheader headlined by undefeated rising star Errol “Die Wahrheit” Spence Jr. Übernahme von Ex-Weltmeister Chris Algieri. Fernsehen Schutz beginnt jeweils mit 8:30 p.m. UND/5:30 p.m. PT.
Standing over six feet tall, the towering Barrios will look to carry the momentum from a fabulous 2015, where he went 7-0 mit 5 Knockouts. Fighting in New York for the first time in his professional career, Barrios wants to send a messages to the 130-pound division with a dominating performance.
“I’m eager to get back in the ring and start the year off with a bang,” Said Mario Barrios, the rising star who hails from San Antonio, TX. “I’ve been in the gym since my last fight in mid-December and I’m ready to make statement in this fight. I want let everyone in the super-featherweight division know I’m gunning for them, especially the all the champions. Meine 2016 march toward a world title starts this Saturday. I can’t wait to let my hands go and give the east coast fans a great night of action.”

Karten für das Live-Event, der durch DiBella Entertainment in Zusammenarbeit mit Star Boxing gefördert, ab $25, nicht einschließlich anfallender Gebühren, und sind jetzt im Verkauf. Tickets können online erworben werden durch den Besuch www.ticketmaster.com,www.barclayscenter.com oder telefonisch unter 1-800-745-3000. Tickets sind auch an der American Express Box Office auf Barclays Center. Gruppenrabatte sind telefonisch unter 844-BKLYN-GP verfügbar
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2012 U.S.. Olympians Errol Spence Jr. & Marcus Browne Reflect On Olympic Experience Heading Into Premier Boxing Champions on NBC Showdowns Taking Place Saturday, April 16 Von Barclays Center in Brooklyn

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“The Olympic stage prepares you for anything.” – Spence Jr.
“We always thought about nights like these where
we’re both center stage.” – Browne
BROOKLYN (April 12, 2016) – Undefeated rising stars Errol “Die Wahrheit” Spence Jr. und “Herr” Marcus Brownestarted out as teammates on the 2012 U.S.. Olympic team and will face the toughest tests of their careers when they enter the ring in primetime on Premier Boxing Champions auf NBC Samstag, April 16 von Barclays Center in Brooklyn.
The rising welterweight Spence Jr. werden auf Ex-Weltmeister nehmen Chris Algieri in the main event while Browne kicks-off televised coverage at 8:30 p.m. UND/5:30 p.m. PT when he takes on unbeaten Radivoje “Hot Rod” Kalajdzic.
Karten für das Live-Event, der durch DiBella Entertainment in Zusammenarbeit mit Star Boxing gefördert, ab $25, nicht einschließlich anfallender Gebühren, und sind jetzt im Verkauf. Tickets können online erworben werden durch den Besuch www.ticketmaster.com, www.barclayscenter.com oder telefonisch unter 1-800-745-3000. Tickets sind auch an der American Express Box Office auf Barclays Center. Gruppenrabatte sind telefonisch unter 844-BKLYN-GP verfügbar.
With the 2016 Summer Olympics in Rio nearing the opening ceremonies, it is poetic that both Spence Jr. and Browne will have the opportunity to launch themselves into the upper echelon of the sport as a new generation of rising stars get set to test themselves against the best in the world at the Olympics.
Here is what the fighters had to say about their Olympic experiences, fighting on the same card, advice to the 2016 team and more:
On fighting in televised fights on the same card:
Errol Spence Jr.: “My pro debut was on the ‘Night of the Olympians’ and it had me, Terrell Gausha, Marcus Browne, and Rau’Shee Warren. These are the kind of nights we envisioned. It’s so great to see my friends and Olympic brothers doing as well as me.
Marcus Browne: “We always thought about nights like these where we’re both center stage. This couldn’t have happened if we didn’t keep our records clean and fought hard. To have gotten to this point alongside an Olympic teammate is an amazing thing. I look forward to both of us being propelled to the next level.”
On their favorite Olympic memories:
ES: “My favorite memory is competing and being around all of the great athletes. I got to meet Kobe Bryant, LeBron James, Carmelo Anthony, Serena Williams and Michael Phelps. All of these athletes that I had seen on TV. Being in that atmosphere helped me realize that I am a great athlete amongst other great athletes.
MB: “It sounds materialistic, but all the free gear we got was amazing. Coming where I come from, I had never been given anything like that before. I was surprised at the adoration I was getting from people. Everyone just wanted to make us feel a part of this unbelievable event.
On how the Olympics prepared them for the pros:
ES: “The Olympic stage prepares you for anything. It’s the biggest tournament in the world. Having media day and talking to all of those outlets and then having to train, it prepares you for the professional ranks. When you get to the top, you’re going to have to do those exact same things.
MB: “Fighting in front of 10,000 people that are cheering against you will prepare you for anything in this sports. A lot of people don’t get that until they’re at the highest level. The atmosphere is just so intense and the Olympic fans are so passionate.
On the bond they share with their Olympic teammates:
ES: “All of us on the team have a great bond. Anytime you spend four months in camp with the same group of guys and you’re training and losing weight together, you become very close. It automatically creates a natural bond and connection. They are like brothers to me.
MB: “There is always going to be that bond of brotherhood regardless if you talk everyday or every three years. Spending every waking moment with these guys and singing the ‘Star Spangled Banner’ every morning, we build up a group bond and individual friendships that are so important to us.
On their impressions of the other:
ES: “Marcus was always the loud one in the Olympic training center. Marcus was always encouraging everyone to work hard and train harder. I want to be like Evander Holyfield. He and his Olympic teammates like Pernell Whitaker all held belts at the same time.
MB: “Errol and I are kind of opposites. Errol is more of a quiet and reserved guy. He works hard and runs like a gazelle. He fights hard and at the end of the day he is just a good dude. The plan is for all of us to be world champions and do great things.
On their advice to the 2016 U.S.. Olympiamannschaft:
ES: “I would tell the 2016 team to just keep doing what they’re doing. Stay focused. Don’t get too big headed. Listen to your coaches and do everything you’ve been doing. The Olympics are right around the corner and we want to see medals in the men’s division this year.”
MB: “I just want to tell the team to make sure you get all the international experience you can get and fight hard for your country.”
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RISING UNDEFEATED PROSPECT MARIO BARRIOS & TOP 140-POUND CONTENDER LUCA GIACON HIGHLIGHT UNDERCARD ACTION ON SATURDAY, APRIL 16 VON BARCLAYS CENTER IN BROOKLYN

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Stacked Card Features Local Talent Including
Heather Hardy, Chris Colbert & Earl Newman & International Stars Lukasz Maciec & Dardan Zenunaj
BROOKLYN (März 29, 2016) – ungeschlagen Aussicht Mario Barrios (14-0, 8 KOs) and top super lightweight contenderLuca “Schwarze Mamba” Giacon (27-1, 23 KOs) compete in separate bouts that highlight undercard action on Saturday, April 16 von Barclays Center in Brooklyn.
Die April- 16 Veranstaltung bietet ein Premier Boxing Champions (PBC) auf NBC tripleheader headlined by undefeated rising star Errol “Die Wahrheit” Spence Jr. Übernahme von Ex-Weltmeister Chris Algieri. Fernsehen Schutz beginnt jeweils mit 8:30 p.m. UND/5:30 p.m. PT and will see cruiserweight world champion Krzysztof Glowacki defending his title against former cruiserweight champion Steve “U.S.S. Cunningham und ungeschlagen 2012 U.S.. Olympier “Herr” Marcus Browne battling fellow unbeaten Radivoje “Hot Rod” Kalajdzic.
Barrios makes his east coast debut in an eight-round super featherweight bout while Giacon looks to put the 140-pound division on notice when he competes in an eight-round affair.
A trio of exciting fighters representing Brooklyn will enter the ring as undefeated star Heidekraut “Die Hitze” Winterhart (15-0, 3 KOs) competes in an eight-round junior featherweight bout while Golden Gloves champions Chris Colbert (4-0, 2 KOs) und Earl Newman (8-0, 6 KOs) compete in a four-round featherweight bout and an eight-round cruiserweight bout respectively.
International action will heat up the ring at Barclays Center as 26-year-old Polish contender Lukasz Maciec (22-3-1, 5 KOs) fights in an eight-round super welterweight bout, 28-year-old Belgian Dardan Zenunaj (11-1, 9 KOs) fights in an eight-round junior lightweight affair and 22-year-old Russian Radzhab Butaev (1-0, 1 KO), Bekämpfung von Brooklyn, in a six-round super welterweight fight against South Carolina’s TyKeem Sadler (6-1, 4 KOs)
Karten für das Live-Event, der durch DiBella Entertainment in Zusammenarbeit mit Star Boxing gefördert, ab $25, nicht einschließlich anfallender Gebühren, und sind jetzt im Verkauf. Tickets können online erworben werden durch den Besuch www.ticketmaster.com, www.barclayscenter.com oder telefonisch unter 1-800-745-3000. Tickets sind auch an der American Express Box Office auf Barclays Center. Gruppenrabatte sind telefonisch unter 844-BKLYN-GP verfügbar.
A tall featherweight at more than six feet, the 20-year-old Barrios picked up seven victories in a jam-packed 2015 in which he stopped five opponents inside the distance, including an uppercut left hook combo that ended the night of Manuel Vides in December. The San Antonio-native turned pro in 2013 and is on the fast track towards a world title shot as he makes his 2016 Debüt.
A winner of six-straight fights, Giacon is coming off of a unanimous decision over previously unbeaten Steve Jamoye in October 2015 that put him in the top contender status in the division. The 27-year-old has fought in Spain, Panama and Italy throughout a pro career that dates back to 2007 und wird seinen US-. debut on April 16.
Eine beliebte Kämpferin aus Brooklyn, die am ersten professionellen Boxkampf für Frauen im Barclays Center teilgenommen hat, Hardy hat sich zu einem Grundnahrungsmittel in der Arena seit. Auf April 16, she will be making her sixth appearance at Barclays Center. Etwas mehr als zwei Jahre nach ihrem Profidebüt, Hardy gewann einen internationalen Titel Gürtel im Superbantamgewicht Division im Oktober 2014 and followed it up in 2015 with a victory over Renata Domsodi and two over Noemi Bosques.
Fighting out of Lublin, Polen, Maciec will be making his second start in the U.S. and his first in the Polish-heavy borough of Brooklyn. The 26-year-old owns victories over veteran contenders Lanardo Tyner, Laszlo Fazekas and previously unbeaten Sasun Karapetyan.
Originally from Kosovo but fighting out of Belgium, Zenunaj made his U.S. Debüt im Dezember 2015 and stopped Bryant Cruz in the seventh round to announce his presence stateside. The 28-year-old has won 10 fights in a row including eight in a row by knockout.
Barclays Center Brooklyn Boxen ™ Programmierplattform ist von AARP vorgestellt. PBC auf NBC wird gesponsert von Corona, Feinste Bier.
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Errol Spence Jr., Chris Algieri, Krzysztof Glowacki, Steve Cunningham, Marcus Browne & Radivoje Kalajdzic Medien-Telefonkonferenz Highlight Quotes

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“Ich glaube, ich bin einer der Top-Talente im Sport, aber ich habe mich in diesem Kampf zu beweisen.” – Spence Jr.
“Es ist eine sehr schwierige Aufgabe, aus Perspektive zu gehen Anwärter. Ich glaube, dass dies ein großer Sprung für Errol ist.” – Algieri
BROOKLYN (März 24, 2016) – Premier Boxing Champions (PBC) auf NBC Kämpfer hielt heute eine Medienkonferenz zu diskutieren ihre Samstag, April 16 Matchups bei Barclays Center in Brooklyn.
Unbesiegt aufgehender Stern Errol “Die Wahrheit” Spence Jr., Ex-Weltmeister Chris Algieri, Weltmeister im Cruiser Krzysztof Glowacki, ehemalige Champion im Cruisergewicht Steve “U.S.S.” Cunningham, ungeschlagen 2012 U.S.. Olympier “Herr” Marcus Browne und ungeschlagen Halbschwergewicht Radivoje Kalajdzic sprach zu den Medien im Vorfeld ihrer Hauptsendezeit showdowns auf NBC, mit Fernsehen Abdeckung ab 8:30 p.m. UND/5:30 p.m. PT.
Karten für das Live-Event, der durch DiBella Entertainment in Zusammenarbeit mit Star Boxing gefördert, ab $25, nicht einschließlich anfallender Gebühren, und sind jetzt im Verkauf. Tickets können online erworben werden durch den Besuch www.ticketmaster.com,www.barclayscenter.com oder telefonisch unter 1-800-745-3000. Tickets sind auch an der American Express Box Office auf Barclays Center. Gruppenrabatte sind telefonisch unter 844-BKLYN-GP verfügbar.
Hier ist, was die Kämpfer zu sagen hatte Donnerstag:
ERROL SPENCE JR.
“Dies ist eine großartige Gelegenheit für mich,. Es ist ein weiterer Schritt in meiner Karriere zu bekommen, wo ich sein will, das ist ein WM-Kampf.
“Camp läuft super. Ich bin auf das Gewicht, und ich freue mich auf ein Putting auf einem großen, einseitige Leistung auf April 16.
“Ich habe etwas zu beweisen. Ich glaube, ich bin einer der Top-Talente in den Sport, aber ich muss mich beweisen, in diesem Kampf. Es gibt eine Menge von Fragen, die zu beantworten müssen. April 16 Ich habe mir selbst beweisen, und ich bin bereit dafür.
“Wenn man von Aussicht auf Anwärter ist ein Sprung, aber Sie haben durch sie gehen. Es gibt eine Menge von mir erwartet. Das ist, was ich zu tun, um in diesem Top-Fünf-Niveau zu bekommen.
“Chris hat viel Herz. Er ist gritty. Ich weiß, er wird kommen, zu kämpfen und es zu einem echten unterhaltsamer Kampf machen.
“Ich setze keinen Druck auf mich. Ich trainiere härter als je zuvor, aber ich werde kommen in wie es jeder andere Kampf. Ich bin bereit, auf eine großartige Show zu setzen.
“Ich möchte mindestens drei Mal in diesem Jahr zu kämpfen. Solange ich gesund bin und alles geht gut voran, Ich möchte aktiv zu bleiben. Ich will nicht zu warten, um für einen Gegner. Ich will in den Ring zu bekommen und bleiben zu gewinnen.”
Chris Algieri
“Wir freuen uns auf eine andere große Leistung zu setzen. Ich habe einige meiner besten Leistungen bei Barclays hatte, und dies ist eine andere sein würde.
“Ich bin immer mehr und mehr aufgeregt, als wir Nacht zu kämpfen bekommen. Ich freue mich wirklich auf April 16.
“Dieses Kind wäre nicht hier, wenn er nicht ein guter Kämpfer war. Es gibt eine Menge Druck auf ihn. Es ist eine sehr schwierige Aufgabe, aus Perspektive zu gehen Anwärter. Es ist nicht leicht, diesen Sprung zu machen. Sie müssen vorsichtig sein, große Sprünge nehmen. Ich glaube, dies ist ein großer Sprung.
“Ich habe mit großen Jungs im Ring gewesen und hart schlagende Spieler. Styles machen Kämpfe, aber es ist alles über matchups. Boxen ist ein Rhythmus Sport. Sie müssen mit einem Mann zu sein und zu sehen, wie die Stile Netz.
“Ich kämpfte an 147 und 154 wenn ich Kick-geboxt, damit ich in den Ring mit den größeren Jungs waren. Ich hatte noch nie ein Problem mit Größe.”
Glowacki von KRZYSZTOF
“Ich bin so glücklich, wieder zu kämpfen in den Vereinigten Staaten, und ich werde einen weiteren großen Kampf zu liefern. Ich hoffe, dass sowohl die polnischen und amerikanischen Fans werden da sein für diesen explosiven Kampf.
“Ich bin absolut bereit, in die Vereinigten Staaten zu kommen und meinen Titel verteidigen.
“Es war sehr frustrierend, die Verletzungen zu haben, die ich hatte. Ich konnte nichts tun. Der Silberstreif am Horizont ist, dass ich so unglaublich hungrig bin zurück. Ich bin noch hungriger als sonst.
“Mein Empfang zurück nach Hause nach dem Huck Kampf war unglaublich. Als ich vom Flughafen ankamen, gab es Menschen mit Blumen und ich in meine Heimatstadt eine Polizeieskorte. Es ist ein unglaubliches Gefühl, ein Weltmeister zu sein,. Ich will dieses Gefühl wieder zu haben, wenn ich zurückkehre. Ich war relativ unbekannt, aber jetzt Leute sprechen mich auf der Straße und es ist ein gutes Gefühl zu haben.”
Steve Cunningham
“Ich bin begeistert, eine weitere Gelegenheit, bei einem WM-Titel im Cruisergewicht zu haben,. Ich bin immer bereit, Ich bin immer bereit und in der Turnhalle.
“Glowacki ist ein gefährlicher Gegner. Er machte einen großen Sprung in seiner US-. Debüt und die Leute wollen sehen, ob er damit leben kann. Wir gehen zusammen zu bekommen und ein Feuerwerk machen.
“Dies ist kein Neuland für mich nur ein neuer Gegner. Wir schauen nicht vorbei jemand und wir sind bereit für diesen einen. Es ist Krieg Zeit.
“Ich weiß, dass er gefahrenen, aber ich bin auch angetrieben. Ich habe auf der ganzen Welt gekämpft. Es ist neu kämpfen Nähe von zu Hause, aber es wird immer noch wie Polen in Barclays-Center zu fühlen. Nun, ich habe in Polen kämpfte vor, also werden wir einfach alles aus dem Lager zu nehmen und sie in den Kampf bringen.”
MARCUS BROWNE
“Dies ist nur ein weiterer Schritt für mich auf der Straße zu werden Weltmeister. Jeder will es scheinen, wie er der beste Kämpfer, den ich je konfrontiert habe. April 16 wir werden sehen.
“Ich sehe, was ich von "Hot Rod" sehen. Er ist jung, er ist ungeschlagen und er will nicht zu verlieren, seine 0. Ich gehe davon zu kümmern in den Ring.
“Diese Art von Kämpfen sind wichtig für uns beide, und das wird dazu führen, Feuerwerk. Er war auf meinem Radar nicht vor, sondern kommen April 16 wir werden beide auf jedem Radar andere sicher.
“Ist er der beste Gegner, die ich in einem Profi-Kampf konfrontiert haben? Ja. Aber das ist nicht der beste Mann, den ich im Ring waren mit. April 16Ich werde von meinem Geschäft zu kümmern in den Ring. Das ist, wie wir in Boxen unterhalten.
“Sie können da nicht rein zu denken, dass, was Sie in den Amateuren tat macht einen großen Profi. Es ist zwei völlig verschiedene Spiele. Ich habe mit vielen guten Jungs von einem jungen Alter in dort gewesen.”
Radivoje Kalajdžić
“Ich bin glücklich, auf eine große Show bei der Barclays-Center zu kämpfen. Ich bin nur bereit zu kämpfen und ich hoffe, Marcus Browne ist auch.
“Ich habe mit Keith Thurman gearbeitet und in den Ring mit ihm, da wir beide Zug nach unten in St bekommen. Petersburg, Florida. Es ist wirklich gute Arbeit. Er ist ein großer Kämpfer.
“Marcus hat offensichtlich Geschwindigkeit und Leistung. Ich werde Ihnen nicht sagen, seine Schwächen, aber wenn Sie auf Fight Night beobachten, Ich werde Ihnen zeigen.
“Wir hauptsächlich darauf konzentriert, was ich tun werde. Wir arbeiten an unserem Spiel Plan und wir werden dort erhalten und zu nutzen, seine Schwächen.
“Ich bin begeistert, in Brooklyn zu kämpfen. Ich habe in meiner Heimatstadt gekämpft und ich bin gespannt auf die Menge gegen mich zu haben. Es geht nur ihn und mich in den Ring zu sein.”
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Chris Algieri Supporting Alma Mater Stony Brook University Ahead Of First NCAA Men’s Basketball Tournament Game in School History

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“It’s an inspiration to see their hard work and determination. They can be the latest ‘Cinderella’
story to come out of the tournament.” – Algieri

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Algieri takes on rising star Errol Spence Jr. in primetime as
Premier Boxing Champions on NBC returns to
Barclays Center in Brooklyn
Samstag, April 16 (8:30 p.m. UND/5:30 p.m. PT)
BROOKLYN (März 17, 2016) – Ex-Weltmeister Chris Algieri is excited to cheer on his alma mater, the Stony Brook University Seawolves, as they hit the court for the first men’s basketball NCAA Tournament game in the school’s history.
“Je älter ich werde, the less I believe in luck, but I want to wish good luck to my alma mater, the Stony Brook Seawolves, in the opening game of the NCAA tournament later heute Abend,” Said Algieri.
The Long Island-native graduated with a bachelor’s degree in Health Care Sciences and is currently on the advisory board of the Seawolves United Athletic Department. In 2015, he established the “Chris Algieri Champion Lifestyle Scholarship Fund” in 2015.
“The program has come such a long way over the past few years,” Algieri continued. “It is an inspiration to see what hard work and determination can do. This is their first ever trip to March Madness and I think they can be the latest ‘Cinderella’ story to come out of the tournament.”
Die 13th-seeded Seawolves will take on the fourth-seed Kentucky Wildcats in Des Moines, Iowa heute Abend in the first round of the East Regional, with tip-off scheduled for 9:40 p.m. UND.
“I know what it’s like to be the underdog,” Said Algieri. “I’ve been the underdog numerous times in my life and career and it’s all about digging deep and having the heart of a champion. I know those guys on the Stony Brook team have that championship mettle.”
Algieri takes on Errol “Die Wahrheit” Spence Jr. im Main Event von einem Premier Boxing Champions (PBC) auf NBCtripleheaderon Samstag, April 16 from Barclays Center in Brooklyn with televised coverage beginning at 8:30 p.m. UND/5:30 p.m. PT.
Karten für das Live-Event, der durch DiBella Entertainment in Zusammenarbeit mit Star Boxing gefördert, ab $25, nicht einschließlich anfallender Gebühren, und sind jetzt im Verkauf. Tickets können online erworben werden durch den Besuch www.ticketmaster.com,www.barclayscenter.com oder telefonisch unter 1-800-745-3000. Tickets sind auch an der American Express Box Office auf Barclays Center. Gruppenrabatte sind telefonisch unter 844-BKLYN-GP verfügbar.
Barclays Center Brooklyn Boxen ™ Programmierplattform ist von AARP vorgestellt. Für weitere Informationen besuchen www.premierboxingchampions.com und www.nbcsports.com/boxing, folgen auf TwitterPremierBoxing, ErrolSpenceJr, ChrisAlgieri, USSCunningham, @Marcus_Browne, LouDiBella, StarBoxing, NBCSports, BarclaysCenter UndSwanson_Comm oder werden Sie Fan auf Facebook an www.Facebook.com/PremierBoxingChampions,www.facebook.com/NBCSports, www.Facebook.com/DiBellaEntertainment und www.Facebook.com/barclayscenter. Höhepunkte verfügbar www.youtube.com/premierboxingchampions. PBC auf NBC wird gesponsert von Corona, Feinste Bier.
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Errol Spence Jr., Chris Algieri, Steve Cunningham & Marcus Browne PBC on NBC Press Conference Quotes & Fotos

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NEW YORK (März 9. 2016) – Unbesiegt aufgehender Stern Errol “Die Wahrheit” Spence Jr. und Ex-Weltmeister Chris Algieri ging von Angesicht zu Angesicht zum ersten Mal Mittwoch at a press conference at Gallagher’s Steakhouse in Manhattan as they discussed their Premier Boxing Champions (PBC) auf NBC Showdown stattfindet Samstag, April 16 bei Barclays Center in Brooklyn.
Ebenfalls anwesend Mittwoch was former world champion Steve “U.S.S.” Cunningham, who takes on cruiserweight world champion Krzysztof Glowacki, und ungeschlagen 2012 U.S.. Olympier “Herr” Marcus Browne, who faces undefeated Radivoje “Hot Rod” Kalajdzic.
Karten für das Live-Event, der durch DiBella Entertainment in Zusammenarbeit mit Star Boxing gefördert, ab $25, nicht einschließlich anfallender Gebühren, und sind jetzt im Verkauf. Tickets können online erworben werden durch den Besuch www.ticketmaster.com,www.barclayscenter.com oder telefonisch unter 1-800-745-3000. Tickets sind auch an der American Express Box Office auf Barclays Center. Gruppenrabatte sind telefonisch unter 844-BKLYN-GP verfügbar.
Hier ist, was die Teilnehmer zu sagen hatte Mittwoch:
ERROL SPENCE JR.
“A lot of people have been asking me when I was going to fight top competition. When you look good in the ring, nobody wants to fight you. Established guys don’t want to fight you, so I want to thank Chris Algieri for taking this fight.
“It would be a major statement if I could stop Chris Algieri. He’s been in there with hard-punchers so I’m looking to make a statement about my power. Especially for me being a young contender, it would just show everything I have in my arsenal and where I’m going in my career.
“I’ve never envisioned it this way, but my team always told me to be patient and everything will come on time. Now I’m here in the NBC main event.
“This is a very important fight. Chris Algieri is a tough fighter. All of his fights have been exciting and we’re looking to make it exciting and one-sided. I’m looking to dominate the whole fight.
“From watching Algieri, I know he has good footwork and likes to box. Recently it seems like he’s become more aggressive and standing his ground a bit more. I’m ready for either style.
“I don’t really care if I get tested. I want to perform and show my skill set. I’m going to answers a lot of questions people have in the ring.
“I know I’ll be the next big star in boxing. I just have to stay grounded, do what I’ve been doing and listen to my team. Der Himmel ist die Grenze.
“I want a world title this year. I want the winner of the Kell Brook vs. Kevin Bizier fight. I would definitely go to the UK. I’d fight any of the champions, but I can’t look past Chris Algieri. Ich bin 100 percent focused on him.
“My career is a process. It doesn’t happen overnight. Für mich, fighting on this platform and getting my story out is a good start. It’s about what I do in the ring, I have to look spectacular and get the knockouts.
“Everybody should tune-in or get your tickets. This is going to be a fight for the history books.”
Chris Algieri
“It’s exciting to be back in the main event on the world stage. I take every fight very seriously and I prepare my best each time. It’s just another day at the office.
“I’m looking forward to working extremely hard and being as prepared as possible. I’ve never picked who I step in the ring with. My job is to prepare, fight and win. Auf April 16 that is exactly what I’m going to do.
“I’m honored to be on a card of this magnitude. I’m looking forward to seeing everybody come out for a great night of fights.
“Every fight going forward is about winning and moving towards a welterweight title. Every fight is one step closer to getting my opportunity. This win over Errol Spence Jr. will propel me into fights with the biggest names.
“I have to beat everybody who is in front of me. That’s what this fight is. Spence is just another guy in the welterweight division. I’ve always said I’m willing to fight the top guys in my weight class and whether he’s the top guy now or will be one day, es spielt keine rolle.
“I’m looked at as the veteran here, but I’m a young veteran. I have a ton of experience and I think that will propel me for the rest of my career.
“Spence hasn’t fought anyone. I don’t think he’s fought a guy who’s tried to win. To label me as a gatekeeper against someone who hasn’t made real fights isn’t really a fair distinction.
“He’s done all his work against guys who were tailor made for him to beat up. He hasn’t fought a guy with footwork or a guy who can box. He hasn’t fought many guys who were in there to win. It will be a really eye-opening experience for him and a lot of people on April 16.
“I’ve had some of my best performances at Barclays Center and it’s an honor to be back. I feel that arena brings the best out of me.”
Steve Cunningham
“I won both of my world titles overseas. Guys like Glowacki grew up watching me fight in their home countries. He’s frothing at the mouth to get at me. Sometimes the meal that you want isn’t a good one for you. I’m going to upset his stomach really good.
“Es wird ein guter Kampf werden. I come intelligent and I come to fight. I’m going to make other 40-year-olds jealous when everyone sees the work that I do. I’m going to be prepared mentally, spiritually and physically.
“I’m prepared to fight in any environment. My first title defense was in Marco Huck’s hometown. I went into the lion’s den. It’s all experience. I have a great range of experience and knowledge that helps me in the ring.
“It’s great to be on a card with guys like Errol Spence Jr. and Chris Algieri. I’ve seen these guys grind. I watched Errol in the Olympics and I’ve fought on the same undercards as Algieri. It’s awesome to be a part of this.
“Ein Kampf ist ein Kampf. Age doesn’t matter to me. Only thing that really means something is the opponent. When you get in there with your plan, the opponent matters less as you break him down.
“When I first started, my motivation was to make money for my family. My motivation is always changing though. I believe I was born to do this. I love working out and pushing my mind and body to the brink. Am meisten, I just love challenges.
“I’m is a cruiserweight. My camps are always like seven or eight weeks, but I’m always in the gym. My team is great at making sure I’m ready and peaking at fight week.
“I’m training in Philadelphia and living in Pittsburgh. There’s great work in Philadelphia and that’s why we’re staying there this time. It’s the perfect place to train for this fight.”
MARCUS BROWNE
“There’s never been a champion from Staten Island and that is the goal. I want to become the first from Staten Island.
“I’m always happy to be back at Barclays Center. I’m on a great card and I’m ready to breakout and move beyond the prospect label. I’m ready to display my talents against an undefeated guy.
“Sowie April 16 I’m going to do what I do best. I really want my hands to do the talking on fight night.
“I’m motivated because I came from nothing. I’m hungry to be a world champion, but not just a world champion. I want to be a legend.
“We’re mostly training in Staten Island but we’ll go to California to train at The Rock Gym in Carson, Kalifornien. We’re going to get some really good work out there.
“It’s very important to look good, but I’m not putting any extra pressure on myself. We will look good on April 16 obwohl.
“This is boxing. This is what it takes. You have to beat guys like this to get to the next level. This has been a long time coming.
“I’m blessed to be in the position I’m in. I haven’t made it yet and I won’t tell myself that I did. I can’t let myself get comfortable.
“I’m not worried about what my opponent is bringing. I’m just worried about what I bring into the ring.”
Lou DiBella, Präsident der DiBella Entertainment
“This is a great show and I’m really proud to be promoting it. These are three real fights with their own terrific storylines.
“Rising super star Errol Spence Jr. is as talented of a kid as I’ve seen come on the scene in 10 Jahre or so. That’s how much talent I believe he has. That being said, he hasn’t faced a guy like Chris Algieri. Who is a guy who can do anything in the ring and is a former world champion.
“The fact that Errol is stepping up and that Chris is willing to face Errol says a lot about both guys. These are two confident champions. The winner of this fight will make big money very quickly.
“Glowacki is coming off a Fight of the Year candidate bout and now he’s going to have to face a man who was a cruiserweight champion himself, in Steve Cunningham.
“Marcus Browne, an undefeated Olympian at light heavyweight, will face a strong undefeated fighter in ‘Hot Rod’ Kalajdzic. Marcus is confident in his road to superstardom and hot rod will try to derail that train.
“These are three good competitive fights for the fans.”
BRETT Yormark, CEO of Brooklyn Sports & Unterhaltung
“On the heels of a spectacular night in January, we return for another great night at Barclays Center. This will make our 17th boxing show. We are the home of professional boxing now.
“It’s our second PBC on NBC event and I’m thrilled to have Errol and Chris in our ring. We expect a lot of Long Islanders to take the LIRR to Barclays Center.
“Marcus Browne has the most fights at Barclays Center. Even though he’s from Staten Island, we consider him an honorary Brooklynite.”
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Melson representing Team Fight to Walk vs Chris Galaeno March 11 at SPiN charity event!

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Special guests include Kenny Anderson, Danny Jacobs, Chris Algieri, Susan Sarandon, Rosie Perez & Kobayashi!

 

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New York, NY (März 9, 2016) – WBC USNBC 154 pound titlist Boyd “Rainmaker” Melson will take off the gloves and pick up a ping pong paddle when he meets New York State welterweight champion Chris Galaeno at SPiN New YorkFreitag, März 11.

 

The SPiN charity event starts at 9 PM und $10 general admission tickets can be purchased at the door. All attendees who donate $50 or more will be invited to go in ring with Melson and throw punches at him for a round. New York basketball great Kenny Anderson will be working Melson’s corner during these rounds while Melson offers himself as a target for those donating at least $50. SPiN is located at 48 Und 23rd st in New York City and can hold up to 700 Menschen.

 

All admission fees and proceeds from a special silent auction hosted by Cardboard Memories will be split between Team Fight to Walk and B.O.X.E.R. Inc.

 

Attendees will enjoy a truly one-of-a-kind evening of entertainment emceed by Vice Sports’ Eric Kelly and a silent sports memorabilia auction highlighted by a 30 pound bronze statue that includes engravings of many world champions including Floyd Mayweather. Those on hand are also invited to an exclusive after party hosted by DJ KP.

 

Special guests for the SPiN event include New York City basketball legend and former NBA All-Star Kenny Anderson, actresses Rosie Perez & Susan Sarandon former WBO junior welterweight champion Chris Algieri, NABO and NABF heavyweight champion Jarrell “Big Baby” Müller, WBA world middleweight champion Danny Jacobs, middleweightcontender Willie Monroe and Team Fight to Walk members Frank Galarza and Will Rosinsky amongst others. Legendary competitive eater and six-time Nathan’s Hot Dog Eating champion Kobayashi will also be on hand to enjoy the action. All guests will be available for photo ops and autographs throughout the evening.

 

A competitor at heart, Melson’s posted a series of recent videos training on the ping pong table with 14-Time Swedish National Champion Malin Pettersson accompanied with friendly trash talking towards Galaeno.

 

“Chris may be undefeated in the ring but he’s taking an L on the table,” Melson said with a smile. “On a serious note, I’d like to thank SPiN NYC and all the celebrities that are attending this event in support of Team Fight to Walk and B.O.X.E.R Inc, which is another great organization I recently became a board member of. Events like these can literally help change lives, whether it be to cure Chronic Spinal Cord Injuries or keep at-risk youths off the street. Anybody who donates $50 oder mehr am Freitag gets the once in a lifetime opportunity to get in the ring and literally throw punches at me for a round. That is how much I care about raising the additional funds still needed for the clinical trial I’ve been discussing during the last five years.”

 

Weitere Informationen zu den Teams kämpfen zu Fuß oder zu spenden, besuchen Sie bitte Teamfighttowalk.com. Donations can also be made by texting Walk to 20222. B.O.X.E.R. Inc information is available by logging onto boxerinc.nyc.