| HALL OF FAMER “THE GOLDEN BOY” OSCAR DE LA HOYATO ATTEND 2024 HALL OF FAME WEEKEND Hall of Fame’s 35th Anniversary Celebration set for June 6 – 9 |
| CANASTOTA, NY – MARCH 18, 2024 – The International Boxing Hall of Fame and Museum, which is celebrating its 35th Anniversary in 2024, is pleased to announce that Hall of Famer “The Golden Boy” Oscar De La Hoya will attend the Banquet of Champions and other events planned for planned for the 2024 Hall of Fame Induction Weekend set for June 6-9. |
| “From Olympic gold to world titles in six divisions, Oscar De La Hoya captured the imagination of boxing fans around the world,” said Hall of Fame director Edward Brophy. “We are very much looking forward to welcoming ‘The Golden Boy’ back to Canastota for the Hall of Fame’s 35th Anniversary celebration.” De La Hoya capped a 223-5 (153 קוס) amateur career by capturing lightweight gold at the 1992 משחקים אולימפיים. He turned pro the same year and captured his first world title – the WBO super featherweight – in only his 12th pro bout and would go on to win 10 world titles in six weight divisions. Among the champions he defeated include Jorge Paez, John John Molina, Rafael Ruelas, Genaro Hernandez, אייק Quartey, פרננדו ורגס, Ricardo Mayorga and Hall of Famers Hector Camacho, חוליו סזאר צ'אבס, Pernell Whitaker and Arturo Gatti. One of the biggest pay per view attractions in boxing history. De La Hoya retired in 2008 with a pro record of 39-6 (30 קוס). ב 2002 he established promotional powerhouse Golden Boy Promotions. ב 2014 “The Golden Boy” was elected into the Hall of Fame in his first year of eligibility. An impressive list of over 35 boxing greats from the United States and abroad, including the Class of 2024, returning Hall of Famers and special guests will participate in the Hall of Fame Weekend celebration. הכיתה של 2024 to be honored includes boxers ריקי האטון, איוון קלדרון, דייגו קוראלס (לאחר מכן), מייקל Moorer, Jane Couch, Ana Maria Torres, Luis Angel Firpo (לאחר מכן), Theresa Kibby (לאחר מכן), מאמן Kenny Adams, מנהל ג'קי קאלן, publicist Fred Sternburg, עיתונאי Wallace Matthews and broadcaster Nick Charles (לאחר מכן). |
| הכיתה של 2024 will be honored during the Hall of Fame Induction Weekend on June 6-9, 2024, in “Boxing’s Hometown.” Many events will take place in Canastota and nearby Turning Stone Resort Casino throughout the four-day celebration including ringside talks, fist casting, fight night, 5K race / fun run, boxing autograph card show, banquet, parade and induction ceremony. Complete event details can be found on www.ibhof.com. למידע נוסף על 2024 Hall of Fame Induction Weekend, נא להתקשר (315) 697-7095. Connect with the International Boxing Hall of Fame through social media: פייסבוק: @InternationalBoxingHallofFame Instagram: @InternationalBoxingHallofFame טוויטר: @BoxingHall אתר: www.IBHOF.com About the International Boxing Hall of Fame The International Boxing Hall of Fame opened to the public in 1989 and is dedicated to preserving the legacy of the great sport of boxing. Located in Canastota, ניו יורק, it serves as a tribute to the world’s finest boxers and contributors to the sport, allowing boxing enthusiasts to appreciate and celebrate the rich history and tradition of boxing. The International Boxing Hall of Fame is located at Exit 34 of the New York State Thruway. Hours of operation are Monday-Sunday 10 a.m. ל 4 p.m. |
| TURNING STONE RESORT CASINOOFFICIAL RESORT CASINO OF THE INTERNATIONAL BOXING HALL OF FAME WEEKEND |
| The multi-year partnership between Turning Stone Resort Casino and the International Boxing Hall of Fame spotlights the entire region, garnering national attention and boosting tourism in Central New York. The partnership includes a series of nationally televised boxing events at Turning Stone, culminating every year in June with an elaborate and bigger-than-ever International Boxing Hall of Fame Weekend with several exciting events in Madison County and Oneida County throughout the four-day celebration. |
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