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Evander Holyfield & Oradores invitados especiales de Luis Collazo Ring 8

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Martes, Noviembre. 21 en el restaurante O'Neill's
En Maspeth, Nueva York
NUEVA YORK (Noviembre 15, 2017)) – Salón de la Fama Evander “Real Deal” Holyfield y ex campeón mundial de peso welter Luis Collazo serán oradores invitados especiales en la próxima reunión mensual de Ring 8,Martes noche, Noviembre 21, en el restaurante O'Neill's (64-21 53rd Manejar) en Maspeth, Nueva York,
Porque se espera una gran multitud, solo anillo 8 los miembros podrán asistir a esta reunión, pero la membresía se puede obtener en la puerta para aquellos interesados ​​en unirse a Ring 8.
“Evander Holyfield es una de las pocas leyendas vivientes en nuestro deporte.,” Anillo 8 presidente Jack Hirsch dicho. “Así, Puedes imaginar lo emocionados que estamos de tenerlo como orador invitado.. Habíamos planeado presentar a Holyfield con el anillo 8 Premio Leyendas en nuestro banquete navideño, pero una lucrativa oportunidad de negocio le impedirá estar allí esa tarde. En lugar, le entregaremos ese premio en O'Neil's. Dice mucho sobre Evander que ajustó su horario para permanecer en Nueva York para asistir a nuestra reunión..
“Luis Collazo es un gran luchador por derecho propio, haber sido un ex campeón del mundo. Su carrera parece estar en alza una vez más y estamos ansiosos por conocer sus planes futuros.”
Holyfield se ha retirado como boxeador con una destacada 44-10-2 (29 KOs), pero el año pasado ha operado una empresa de promoción con sede en la ciudad de Nueva York, Real Deal Boxing. A EE. UU.. Olímpico, Holyfield es el único campeón mundial de peso crucero unificado, así como cuatro veces campeón mundial de peso pesado.
Tenía una 16-7-2 récord en peleas por el título mundial y ganó 19 de 30 lucha con dos empates contra campeones mundiales pasados ​​o presentes, derrotar a una lista de Quién es Quién de grandes de todos los tiempos, como Dwight Muhammad Qawi, George Foreman, Larry Holmes, Riddick Bowe y Mike Tyson (dos veces), entre los más notables.
Nacido en Brooklyn y ahora residente de Queens, Collazo (37-7. 20 KOs) capturó la Asociación Mundial de Boxeo (AMB) título mundial de peso welter en abril 2, 2005, ganando una decisión dividida en 12 asaltos sobre el favorito de la ciudad y el campeón defensor José Antonio Rivera en Worcester, Massachusetts.
El Collazo de 26 años, que también ha vencido a campeones del mundo Miguel Angel Gonzalez y Víctor Ortiz, sigue siendo un aspirante al título mundial habiendo molestado 21-1 Sammy Vasquez en su última acción mediante un nocaut en el sexto asalto en febrero pasado.
ACERCA DE ANILLO 8: Anillo 8 se convirtió en el octavo subsidiaria de lo que entonces se conocía como la Asociación de Boxeadores Veteranos Nacional – por lo tanto, ANILLO 8 – y hoy el lema de la organización sigue siendo: Los boxeadores Ayudar Boxers.
ANILLO 8 está totalmente comprometido a apoyar a los menos afortunados en la comunidad del boxeo que puede requerir asistencia en términos de renta que paga, gastos médicos, o lo que sea justificable necesidad.
Vaya en línea para www.Ring8ny.com para más información sobre ANILLO 8, el grupo más grande de su tipo en los Estados Unidos con más de 350 miembros. La cuota anual de membresía es sólo $30.00 y cada miembro tiene derecho a una cena buffet en ANILLO 8 reuniones mensuales, excepto julio y agosto. Todos los boxeadores activos, aficionados y profesionales, con una licencia de boxeo actual o un libro, tienen derecho a un anillo gratuito 8 membresía anual. Los huéspedes del Anillo 8 miembros son bienvenidos a un costo de sólo $7.00 por persona.
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Atlantic City Boxing Hall of Fame Inducts 24 Charter Class Members

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(Atlantic City, Nueva Jersey – Junio 15, 2017) – Atlantic City Boxeo Salón de la Fama (ACBHOF) Inaugural Induction weekend held on May 26, 27 and 28th was a smorgasbord of boxing royalty, celebrity guests and legions of boxing fans. ACBHOF mission is to create visibility and awareness through annual inductions ceremonies; boxing champions, as well as the boxing community at-large will have their names enshrined into immortality by being inducted into the Atlantic City Boxing Hall of Fame.

“Watching my vision come together with the assistance of Rodrick Green, the VP of Business Strategy, and Angela Crockett our Communications Director, along with the rest of my team and countless other supporters and fans across the country, who’ve embraced this endeavor has been overwhelmingly impressive.” – Ray McCline, Founder & Presidente

The trio of events, which were sponsored by the Claridge – a Radisson Hotel, kicked-off May 26th with a pre-reception and welcome address in the VÜE Rooftop Bar. La 150 guests included: Red Carpet Host Whitney Ullman, Atlantic City Mayor Don Guardian, Councilman Frank Gilliam, Dr. Nina Radcliff, Flo Anthony, Aaron Snowell, Lillo Brancato, Alan Goldberg, Ray Mercer, Mark Breland, Irán Barkley, Iceman John Sculley, Tracy Patterson, Milton Luban, Chuck Zito, Grandy Twins, sponsors and stakeholders alike.

“El Claridge – a Radisson Hotel was proud to have hosted Atlantic City’s first Boxing Hall of Fame induction class. It’s events like this that make hospitality and history come to life in this city. From the Fight Fan Expo to the Gala it was a pleasure to see new faces and passion throughout a weekend of exceptional events. We look forward to hosting the Atlantic City Boxing Hall of Fame events for years to come at The Claridge – a Radisson Hotel.”- Cem Erenler, V.P. of Hotel Operations & Business Development

En mayo 27, the festivities continued into the Fight Fan Experience, a festive boxing themed environment that included a Boxing Fantasy Camp, Pop-Up Barber Shop, Jack Johnson Exhibit Icons of Boxing, The Legacy Exists Joe Frazier Scholarship Fund, James O’Neal Sculptures, The Press of Atlantic City Exhibit, Food vendors and music by DJ Young Hitta.

The evening of May 27th concluded with an Honoree Gala in the Art Gallery celebrating “Women in Boxing.” Host for the evening, Nino Del Buono. Honorees included: Cathy Burke, Marian Muhammad |, Joan Pierce, Renee Aiken and Althea “Vern” Saunders.

The culminating Induction celebration concluded Sunday, May 28th with a little over 500 invitados. The master of ceremonies for the ceremony, President of NJ Boxing Hall of Fame, Henry Hascup. The star-studded Charter Class members included: Don King, Michael Spinks, Larry Hazzard, Steve Smoger, Mike Rossman, Dwight Muhammad Qawi, Frank Gelb, Don Elbaum, J Russell Peltz, Dave Bontempo, Ken Condon, Robert Lee, Sr., Larry Holmes and Mike Tyson.

“I would like to sincerely congratulate Mr. Ray McCline, Roy Foreman, Rodrick Green, Angela Crockett and all of the wonderful people responsible for the great Atlantic City Boxing Hall of Fame weekend which took place on May 26th, 27º, and 28th. The event was an astounding success and it allowed many of us, who attended, the opportunity to relive some of the exciting moments of our past boxing history. The establishment of the ACBHOF will also ensure that the great legacy of Atlantic City Boxing, will be remembered and celebrated for many years to come!! Once again congratulations and I look forward with great anticipation to next year’s celebration. God Bless!!” – Commissioner Larry Hazzard, NJ State Athletic Control Board

Posthumous Inductees: Arturo Gatti (received by Sofia Bella Gatti); Leavander Johnson (received by his Son); Mathew Saad Muhammad (received by Mustafa Ameen); Lou Duva (received by Dino Duva); Jack Obermayer (received by his daughter Ellen Kaplan); Bert Sugar; Dennis Gomes (received by his daughter Danielle Gomes and Mrs. Gomes); Mike Hall, Sr. (received by his son Mike Hall, Jr.) y el Dr.. Frank Doggett (received by his daughter Yvonne “Missy” Doggett).

“It was such an incredible honor to be part of such a historic event. We had a blast at the HARD Kickoff party with Michael Spinks and Ray Mercer. It was so amazing to see all the young kids enjoying the Boxing experience. They are the new generation of Atlantic City Boxing. The Highlight of the weekend for us was the Gala, it was truly a memorable evening. Congratulations to Ray McCline and the inductees on a successful Inaugural Induction. The Atlantic City Boxing Hall of Fame will be a staple destination for Boxing Fans in the years to come.” – Gregory V. Posella, Presidente & Co-founder HARD Beverage

Former Miss America, Suzette Charles, Chicken Bone Beach Jazz Band and saxophonist Parris provided entertainment for the evening. Entertainment was coordinated by Kevin Crump.

Title Sponsors: Hard Lifestyle Beverages, Designer Wraps and Hammer Fiber Optics. The Atlantic City Police Athletic League is ACBHOF’s charitable arm. Keebler Media was the official ACBHOF videographer.

Other sponsors and supporters: City of Atlantic City; Triax 57; 2300 Arena; FantaSea Resorts; Adams Boxing; Rumble TV Network; Tina Davido Promotions; Abrams Boxing, Adams Boxing, Plush Vodka, Punzoné Organic Vodka, House of Genesis and WBC.

While the menus consisted of scrumptious passed hors d’oeuvres and signature drinks, the Honoree cake designed by Cake King of Queens and the unveiling of Commemorative Paintings by Nicolosi were stunning show stoppers.

Another extraordinary highlight from the weekend was when Arturo Gatti’s 11-year old daughter Sofia Bella Gatti accepted her father’s award alongside his longtime friends Chuck Zito and Mike Sciarra.

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Fotos del fin de semana de inducción inaugural del Salón de la Fama del Boxeo de Atlantic City de Kick Off Meet and Greet

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Below are Photos from Friday’s Atlantic City Boxing Hall of Fame Kick off Meet and Greet Celebration that was held at the Vue Restaurant at The Claridge Hotel.
(Click on Photos to Enlarge)–Free to use for Journalistic Purposes. Credit-ACBHOF
Michael Spinks Don Elbaum
Steve Smoger Michael Spinks & Russell Peltz

Russell Peltz & Chuck Zito Chuck Zito & Arturo Gatti Painting


Michael Spinks & Mike Rossman Russell Peltz & Mike Rossman

QUIEN: El Salón de la Fama del Boxeo de Atlantic City (ACBHOF)
QUÉ: The Atlantic City Boxing Hall of Fame will enshrine 24 Charter Class members.
Confirmed to attend Honorees:
Mike Tyson, Michael Spinks, Don King, Larry Hazzard, Dwight Muhammad Qawi, J Russell Peltz, Frank Gelb, Mike Rossman, Bill Johnson, Steve Smoger, Dave Bontempo, Don Elbaum, Bob Lee and Ken Condon.
The Atlantic City Boxing Hall of Fame will celebrate and remember the legacy of Lou Duva, Arturo “Trueno” gatos, Matthew Saad Muhammad as well as hometown hero Leavander Johnson for their extraordinary careers spanning seven decades.
Special Guests
  • *Ray Mercer (BULLYING…We’re Kickin’ It Spokesperson)
  • *Mark Breland
  • *Irán Barkley
  • *Milton Luban
  • *Tracy Patterson
  • *John Scully
  • Non Fighters
  • *Don Guardian, Mayor of Atlantic City
  • *Rodney Jerkins, multi Grammy-award winner
  • *Suzette Charles, former Miss America
  • *Sophia Gatti, daughter of Arturo Gatti
  • *Pat Lynch, renowned Boxing Manager
  • *Lillo Brancato, Actor
  • *Grandy Twins
  • *Vincenzo Vaccaro: Cake King of Queens
  • *Atlantic City Police Athletic League
  • *Aaron Snowell, co-organizer the Jack Johnson Exhibit
  • *BULLYING…We’re Kickin’ Ello
  • *The Legacy Exists Joe Frazier Scholarship Fund
  • *Joseph Nicolosi, Artist known for his signature Pop Art portraits
  • *James O’Neal, Wood Sculpture Artist
DONDE: El Claridge – A Radisson Hotel, 123 South Indiana Avenue, Atlantic City, Nueva Jersey 08401
Viernes, May 26th, Sunday May 27th and Sunday, May 28th
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Atlantic City Boxing Hall of Fame Inaugural Induction Weekend

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QUIEN: El Salón de la Fama del Boxeo de Atlantic City (ACBHOF)
QUÉ: The Atlantic City Boxing Hall of Fame will enshrine 24 Charter Class members.
Confirmed to attend Honorees:
Mike Tyson, Michael Spinks, Don King, Larry Hazzard, Dwight Muhammad Qawi, J Russell Peltz, Frank Gelb, Mike Rossman, Bill Johnson, Steve Smoger, Dave Bontempo, Don Elbaum, Bob Lee and Ken Condon.
The Atlantic City Boxing Hall of Fame will celebrate and remember the legacy of Lou Duva, Arturo “Trueno” gatos, Matthew Saad Muhammad as well as hometown hero Leavander Johnson for their extraordinary careers spanning seven decades.
Special Guests
  • *Ray Mercer (BULLYING…We’re Kickin’ It Spokesperson)
  • *Mark Breland
  • *Irán Barkley
  • *Milton Luban
  • *Tracy Patterson
  • *John Scully
  • Non Fighters
  • *Don Guardian, Mayor of Atlantic City
  • *Rodney Jerkins, multi Grammy-award winner
  • *Suzette Charles, former Miss America
  • *Sophia Gatti, daughter of Arturo Gatti
  • *Pat Lynch, renowned Boxing Manager
  • *Lillo Brancato, Actor
  • *Grandy Twins
  • *Vincenzo Vaccaro: Cake King of Queens
  • *Atlantic City Police Athletic League
  • *Aaron Snowell, co-organizer the Jack Johnson Exhibit
  • *BULLYING…We’re Kickin’ Ello
  • *The Legacy Exists Joe Frazier Scholarship Fund
  • *Joseph Nicolosi, Artist known for his signature Pop Art portraits
  • *James O’Neal, Wood Sculpture Artist
DONDE: El Claridge – A Radisson Hotel, 123 South Indiana Avenue, Atlantic City, Nueva Jersey 08401
Viernes, May 26th, Sunday May 27th and Sunday, May 28th
May 26th (Conferencia De Prensa) Check-in 3:30P | in the The Vue | Kickoff Reception 4P – 7P
27 de mayo Press Check-in 9:15La | in the Conference Center | Fight Fan Experience 10A – 4P
27 de mayo Press Check-in 5:15P | Red Carpet Arrivals 6:00P | in the Art Gallery | Honoree Gala 7P – 11P
May 28th Press Check-in 4:00P | Red Carpet Arrivals 4:30P | in the Conference Center | Inaugural Induction Ceremony | Tiempo: 6P – 9P
Post ceremony interviews and photo ops available as well.
Media Inquiries:
Please note that space is limited and all press will need credentials to check-in. Representatives of the media must RSVP to:
Angela Crockett Marc Abrams
Communications Director for ACBHOF Abrams Boxing
Homenajeados, Celebrity Guests and ACBHOF Executives will be available for interviewS.
******ACBHOF is pleased to recognize our sponsors*****
Corporate Partner: The Claridge Hotel a Radisson Hotel Title Sponsor: Hard Lifestyle Beverages
City of Atlantic City; Envolturas de diseño; Hammer Fiber Optics; Triax 57; 2300 Arena; FantaSea Resorts; Adams Boxing; Cake King of Queens and Bee Apparel
Fight Fan Experience Timeline
Honoree Gala Timeline
6:00 Dignitaries Arrival/Reception (Lower GalleryLevel)

7:00 General Public Arrival
7:00 Cocktail Reception & Chicken Bone Beach Performing
7:30-7:35 Ray McCline Welcoming Remarks/Intro Emcee Nino DelBuono
7:35-8:00 DJ Young Hitta/Reception
8:00-8:20 Honoree Precession & Greetings
8:20-8:30 Solo Musical Performance by Suzette Charles
8:30-8:55 Honoree & Awards Presentation
8:55-9:05 Solo Musical Performance by PARRIS
9:05-9:35 Chicken Bone Beach Performing
9:35-10:00 Nicolosi Art Reveal Presentation
10:00-10:50 DJ Young Hitta/Reception
10:50 Closing Remarks
Induction Ceremony Timeline
Procession of Inductees Introduction – Founder, Ray McCline
Invocation – Pastor, Wayne M. Nelson Sr. National Anthem – Althea Saunders
Mission Statement – Vicepresidente, Rodrick L. Green Master of Ceremonies – Henry Hascup
Fighter (Resident and Non-Resident)
MIKE TYSON, ARTURO GATTI, LEAVANDER JOHNSON, MIKE ROSSMAN, MATTHEW SAAD MUHAMMAD, DWIGHT MUHAMMAD QAWI, MICHAEL SPINKS, LARRY HOLMES
Entrenador & Cutman (Resident and Non-Resident)
LOU DUVA MIKE HALL SR BILL JOHNSON
Los no participantes
Promotor, Gerente, Advisor, Casamentero & anunciador
DON KING FRANK GELB DON ELBAUM J RUSSELL PELTZ
Officials (Commission, jueces, Doctors & Referees)
LARRY HAZZARD SR. STEVE SMOGER DR. FRANK DOGGETT
Medios de comunicación (Writer, Historian, Photographer, Artist & Digital Technology)
BERT SUGAR DAVE BONTEMPO JACK OBERMAYER
Special Contributors, Executives, T.V. Redes, Government Officials, Boxing Organizations
KEN CONDON BOB LEE DENNIS GOMES
Proclamation – Mayor Don Guardian 9 Count Bell Ringing
Unveiling of Commemorative Paintings Closing Remarks