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UNBEATEN TREY LIPPE MORRISON STOPS ED LATIMORE IN FIRST; “HOT ROD” KALAJDZIC WINS MAIN EVENT WITH IMPRESSIVE FIFTH-ROUND TKO OVER TRAVIS PETERKIN ON SHOBOX: THE NEW GENERATION FROM BUFFALO RUN CASINO

 


Ivan Baranchyk Wins Unanimous Decision over Wang Zhimin

Unbeaten Welterweight Ivan Golub Stops James Stevenson in Third

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MIAMI, Okla. (Syv. 24, 2016) – On a night when undefeated heavyweight Trey Lippe Morrison won his television debut and Ivan "The Beast" Baranchyk og Ivan "The Volk" Golub forblev ubesejret, lys sværvægter Radivoje "Hot Rod" Kalajdzic regained his winning ways by registering a fifth-round knockout over previously unbeaten Travis Peterkin i de vigtigste tilfælde af en ShoBox: Den nye generation quadrupleheader leve på SHOWTIME Fredag fra Buffalo Run Kasino i Miami, Okla.

 

Gør hans ShoBox debut and first start since suffering his lone defeat on a disputed decision to Marcus Browne, a motivated Kalajdzic (22-1, 15 KOS) St. Petersburg, Fla., dropped Peterkin (16-1-1, 7 KOS), of the Brownsville section of Brooklyn, N.Y., two times in the fifth before the fight was stopped at 1:32.

 

Other televised results: Baranchyk (12-0, 10 KOS), af Brooklyn, N.Y., took a 10-round unanimous decision over Wang Zhimin (7-1, 3 KOS, 7-1 WSB), af Nutley, N.J. i form af Ningbo, Porcelæn, i ShoBox co-feature; immensely popular local favorite and son of the late former world heavyweight champion, Tommy ”The Duke” Morrison, sværvægter Trey Lippe Morrison (12-0, 12 KOS) demolished previously unbeaten Ed Latimore (13-1, 7 KOS), of Pittsburgh, Pa., scoring a 2:19, first-round TKO; and Ukrainian welterweight Golub (13-0, 11 KOS, 5-0 WSB), af Brooklyn, registered a third-round knockout over James Stevenson(23-3, 16 KOS), af Baltimore, Md.

 

Kalajdzic overwhelmed Peterkin with consistent aggression, superior fighting spirit and better power. Han landede 45 procent af hans magt skud, Herunder 60 percent in the final round. Mere, he led 37-7 in body connects.

 

“The one-dimensional nature of Travis Peterkin cost him big time because he had no answer for Hot Rod’s right hand, and when he threw his own power shots they were ineffective,'' ShoBox ekspert analytiker Steve Farhood said afterward. “He was exposed i aften, and Kalajdzic rejuvenated his career after the loss with Marcus Browne.”

 

A 6-foot-2 native of Bosnia and Herzegovina, Kalajdzic dropped Peterkin the first time with a right-left combination and finished him with a right-left-right combination. Peterkin fell heavily in a neutral corner, prompting the referee to stop it.

 

“He was a little bit awkward so it took me a little bit to find my range but once I did and I got into a rhythm, I knew he wasn’t going to last,’’ Kalajdzic said. “We have been working on staying patient and finding that range and it showed i aften.

 

“I wanted to make a statement in this fight and I did. I want the biggest names in the light heavyweight division, but before that I want Marcus Browne again. That is unfinished business for me. If he really thinks he won the fight then let’s do it again. We could fight next week. I’m ready.’’

 

Baranchyk, despite getting cut for the first time in his career (over his left eye in the fifth), vundet af snesevis af 100-90 to gange og 99-91. Der var ingen knockdowns.

 

The rounds, particularly in the fight’s second half, were competitive. Both fighters landed a high percentage of power shots, 44 percent for Baranchyk, 41 percent for Zhimin, but the difference was that Baranchyk was busier, crisper and physically stronger.

 

Going more than four rounds for the first time, he answered questions about his late-round stamina and feels he is now ready to step up again.

“The 140-pound division is loaded with talent,’’ Baranchyk sagde. “There are tons of fighters I would love to fight, but there are two guys in particular I’d like to fight next: Maurice Hooker and Abel Ramos. Hooker is with Roc Nation and is above me in the ratings. He’s undefeated and this would be a great fight to prove I’m one of the best up-and-coming guys in this division. I’d love Ramos to fight Ramos too. We are both promoted by DBE and I have heard he called me out. He’s a come forward guy and those are the type of fights I like and that make for great TV.

“I love the fans here in Miami and I love fighting on ShoBox. This was my first time going 10 rounds and I feel great. Of course I would have liked to get the knockout because I always want to put on a spectacular show, men dette var en stor lærerig oplevelse for mig. He was an extremely tough opponent and I was surprised he was able to take so many big shots. We have been working on being patient and boxing and I was able to show that i aften.''

 

Wang, who gave his best and never allowed Baranchyk to relax, sagde, “I felt a little tight and I couldn’t get my punches off like I wanted to. He was a little too big for me.’’

 

In a performance that lit up the arena, Lippe Morrison dropped Latimore two times and was on the verge of knocking him down again when the referee stepped in and halted matters at 2:19. Morrison decked Latimore the first time with a right hand midway through the first. Øjeblikke senere, Latimore went down again from two rights and a left hook. After a series of shots, the referee stopped it.

 

“You know I have to watch the fight, but I think I did alright,’’ said Morrison after what was supposed to be the most dangerous assignment of his career. “I know I have to be patient and work behind my jab and just take the opening that I see – patiently. Being patient is something I’ve really been working on. I really felt my patience this time.

 

“I didn’t expect it to end this quick. I knew it might, but I didn’t plan on it. It felt good to drop a guy with my left hand. I never had the accuracy or quickness with the left that I do know. I now feel that I am equally adept with both hands. My left is like my right.

 

“To win a fight like this is definitely a relief. I was nervous about the fight, but not about fighting on TV. This was supposed to be my toughest fight on paper and I think I did well.

 

“I feel I may have opened some eyes, but that’s in large part to Freddie Roach. I feel I’m improving thanks to Freddie. I’m throwing quicker, snappier punches and the coordination between my footwork with my hands is way better. All that is because of Freddie.

 

“I wasn’t going for the KO but I’m glad it happened. I could not have done it without Freddie, der er sikker. I’ll be going back to California in a week and then right to the gym.”

 

The knockout was Lippe Morrison’s ninth in the first round. He also has two second-round knockouts and one fourth-round KO in a career that began in February 2014.

 

“We want to see more of Trey Lippe Morrison,'Farhood sagde. “Let’s let Freddie Roach to do a little bit more of work with him. He had a tremendous pressure on him i aften, but he did fantastically and he responded very well. He made a big step up in class i aften and couldn’t have produced a better result: a first-round knockout.”

 

After a competitive, fast-paced first round, Golub took over as Stevenson appeared to tire. A picturesque right hook to the chin dropped and staggered Stevenson, who still wobbly, got up by the count of five, but Golub continued his two-fisted assault, delivered over 20 unanswered punches and the referee stopped it.

 

“To me the guy that stole the show was Golub,"Sagde Farhood. “We keep thinking of him as a boxer but he showed tremendous power i aften. He knocked out a very sturdy opponent in Stevenson and Baranchyk will benefit tremendously by going 10 runder. He showed a lot by throwing as many punches as he did late in the fight against an opponent who simply wouldn’t be hurt.’’

 

“I could see from the first round that he was leaving himself wide open when he was coming in,’’ said Golub after his second ShoBox begyndelse. “I knew it was only a matter of time until I caught him with something really big and I would get him out of there. I’m happy with the performance but know I still have a lot to improve on. Our game plan was to be patient and box and let him come to us. I’m looking forward to getting back in there soon and continuing to climb the ranks of the welterweight division.’’

Fredagens four-fight telecast that was promoted by DiBella Entertainment and Tony Holden Productions in association with Fight Promotions and Roc Nation Sports will re-air Mandag10 p.m. OG/PT på SHOWTIME EXTREME og vil være tilgængelig på SHOWTIME On Demand begynder i dag, Lørdag, Syv. 24.

 

Barry Tompkins kaldet ShoBox handling fra ringside med Farhood og tidligere verdensmester Raul Marquez tjener som ekspert analytikere. Den udøvende producent Gordon Hall med Richard Gaughanproduktion og Rick Phillips lede.

Den nye generation: Lippe-Morrison ready for ShoBox debut

 

Miami, OK (September 22, 2016) – As the son of popular former heavyweight champion Tommy Morrison, Trey Lippe-Morrison’s name alone generates attention.

 

A quick glance at the Oklahoman’s record shows that all 11 of his victories came by knockout, 10 inside of two rounds. Those who dug deeper into Lippe-Morrison’s career will see that he’s trained by legendary Freddie Roach at Wildcard Boxing Club in Los Angeles, F.EKS. On the contrary, his critics note that his name alone generated the buzz rather than his knockouts and many second generation boxers didn’t meet expectations.

 

På fredag aften på Buffalo Run Casino, Lippe-Morrison looks to make his TV debut a successful one when he battles fellow unbeaten Ed “Black Magic” Latimore. The bout opens a quadrupleheader on Shobox: The New Generation and is scheduled for 6 runder. Latimore, 13-0 (7 KO s), owns amateur wins over former heavyweight champion Charles Martin and 2012 US Olympian Dominic Breazeale. The Pittsburgh, PA native will be Lippe-Morrison’s toughest test to date and he believes the heavy interest in this fight will only elevate his career when he emerges victorious.

 

“This is a difficult fight for Trey,” said Tony Holden, Lippe-Morrison’s promoter. “Latimore is undefeated and had a good amateur background. He and his team believe this fight will opens doors for him. The interest in this fight is extremely high not just because of whom Trey is but also since there are two unbeaten American heavyweight squaring off early in their careers. The winner is definitely worthy of being considered a top up and coming heavyweight.”

 

Lippe-Morrison is a member of Holden Productions’ “Four State Franchise” and fought 9 sin 11 fights at the Buffalo Run Casino, a venue he’s helped sell out multiple times. With the hometown advantage and flawless start to his pro career, Lippe-Morrison knows there will be pressure on him but believes he’s ready to handle it.

 

“There is a little bit of added pressure,” the 26-year-old said of fighting on TV. “There are of course the people that want to see me on the same level at my father but some of it is brought on by me. My team and I believe I’m ready for this. I’ve been getting a lot better and learning every day under Freddie Roach. Freddie says I’m prepared for the step up and he has full confidence in me. Now I’ve got to go out and perform.”

 

The quadrupleheader airs live on Showtime at 10 PM ET and also features Ivan “The Volk” Golub against James “Keep em’ Sleepin” Stevenson, Ivan “The Beast” Baranchyk vs Zhimin Wang and Radivoje “Hot Rod” Kalajdzic taking on “Notorious” Travis Peterkin.

 

Tickets are sold out and this excellent evening of boxing is promoted by DiBella Entertainment and Holden Productions in association with Fight Promotions Inc. and Roc Nation Sports.

UNBEATEN HEAVYWEIGHT PROSPECT TREY LIPPE MORRISON READY FOR TELEVISION DEBUT THIS FRIDAY, September. 23, ON SHOBOX: THE NEW GENERATIONQUADRUPLEHEADER

 

 

“Hot Rod” Kalajdzic Faces Undefeated Travis Peterkin in Main Event,
Ivan Baranchyk, Wang Zhimin in Clash of Unbeaten Junior Welterweights, Welterweight Ivan Golub Risks Perfect Record Against James Stevenson

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NEW YORK (Syv. 21, 2016) - Trey Lippe Morrison er 11-0 med 11 knockouts. He is the son of the late former world heavyweight championTommy ”The Duke” Morrison. A Grove, Okla., indfødte, Trey resides in Hollywood, Calif., and is trained by Freddie Roach at Wild Card Gym.

 

Dette Fredag, Syv. 23, Morrison makes his eagerly awaited television debut when he faces fellow unbeaten and Roc Nation prospect Ed Latimore (13-0, 7 KOS), of Pittsburgh, Pa., in the second bout of a ShoBox: Den nye generation quadrupleheader leve på SHOWTIME (10 p.m. OG/PT, forsinket på vestkysten) fra Buffalo Run Kasino i Miami, Okla.

 

Morrison, der vender 27 på Syv. 27, has recorded eight first-round knockouts, two second-round knockouts and one fourth-round KO in a career that began in February 2014. He bears a striking resemblance to his late father facially, physique-wise and with his fighting style, wears red, white and blue trunks with “TOMMY” written across the belt. He has fought all but one of his fights in Oklahoma; this is his 10th start at Buffalo Run.

 

A popular member of Holden’s Four State Franchise stable, the 6-foot-2 Morrison is fighting for the first time since he underwent surgery on his right tendon from an injury suffered in his most recent bout, a fourth-round TKO over Thomas Hawkins sidste Jan. 23.

 

Below is what Morrison and Roach said about Trey’s fight against LatimoreFredag, his up-and-coming career, life outside the ring, remembrances of his father, working with Freddie and more:

“I’m going to approach this fight against Latimore just the same way I approached my first 11 slagsmål,’’ said Morrison ahead of the scheduled six-round bout. “I’ve gained a lot of confidence and a lot of new skills, and I’m just honored to be able to showcase them. Being on SHOWTIME is just a huge bonus.”

 

Morrison’s thoughts on Ed Latimore …

“I’ve watched a little bit of video. He’s really similar to me. The way he bobs his head all the time and is a real aggressive fighter and always comes forward. It’s almost like I’m fighting a clone of myself. He kind of has that Mike Tyson style, and that’s what I expect to see. If he doesn’t come at me that way, then I’ll have to have a game plan for something else.”

 

Is Latimore your toughest fight to date?

“Oh, Ja. Selvfølgelig. 100 procent. His record says it all [13-0, 7 KOS]. He’s athletic. From just what I’ve seen of his past fights, he would be the toughest guy I’ve fought so far.”

 

On the injury suffered in his last fight …

“I feel like it is 100 percent healed. It was kind of a freak accident. I threw an uppercut and it hit him in the hard part of his head. Since I’ve been able to put my glove on it, it hasn’t been a problem.”

 

What are the keys to this fight?

“I think you always find the keys within the first couple rounds of the fight. That’s when you figure someone out. I figure I’m just going to be patient, and wait for my shot and when it comes, take it.”

 

Tommy was known as a left-hooker, you’re known for a strong right hand? Did you work more on your left when you were sidelined?

 

“Oh, ja. Tremendously. I would say me being hurt was a blessing. I think it helped me more than it hurt me. I was really able to develop and sharpen my left hand. So right now I feel like my left hand is just as lethal as my right. I’m confident I can now do everything with my left that I can with my right. I was more of a right-handed fighter before because my left hand wasn’t as developed yet. My timing and my speed wasn’t quite there with my left before, but now I’m good with both.”

 

On working with Freddie Roach…

“I’ve been working with Freddie for about a year now. I’m living in West Hollywood; right smack dab in the middle of all the craziness. But I stay away from all of it. I’m more of a hermit. If I’m not training, I’m at home. I really don’t go out much. I really just like being alone at times and being at my place. I don’t have many hobbies. I would say I’m a nerd. I like to play video games with my friends online.”

 

How did you end up with Freddie?

“I originally moved out here to train with Jesse Reid. He decided he wanted to make a move to Las Vegas, and that just wasn’t a move my promoter, Tony Holden, and I were going to make. Since I was already here, Tony had a lunch with Freddie who agreed to look at me. So I had a private session with him and after that he said he’d be willing to work with me.”

 

How much have you learned under Freddie’s watchful eye? …

“I’ve learned so muchprobably everything. And anything I was good at before, he’s sharpened it. I’d probably give him full credit for everything. The guys I’ve sparred with have also taught me a lot. It’s really helped me in every way possible.”

 

Did you play sports in high school?

“I played football, basketball and track. I played tight end and defensive end in football and I ran the hurdles and threw the shot and disc. I played four years of college football at the University of Central Arkansas. I played defensive end there. I had a couple of pro teams looking at me, but I screwed up my senior year and ended getting kicked off the team. I made some bad decisions, just being a dumb college kid, and that led to it. When boxing came up, it was like a second chance for me.

 

“I wasn’t ready for my athletic career to be over. Football ended for me because I made bad decisions. I needed to be told that I wasn’t good enough for me to move on and go out and get a regular job. Around the same time that happened, my dad passed away. My mom told me that Tony Holden had a casino in the next town from where I went to high school. I had never met him before but we went out and had a great time talking about my dad. So I popped the question to him and asked if he’d help me get into boxing. He said absolutely not. I told him I was going to give it a shot because I wasn’t able to give up athletics. He called me back three days later."

 

Do you feel pressure being the son of Tommy Morrison? …

"Yeah. I think there’s a lot of pressure on me to do well, and I think that really weighed on me the first couple of fights. That’s always going to be there. No matter who I fight, or how good I do, they are always going to compare me to my dad. I just have to deal with it. There definitely is pressure, but I can deal with it better now.

 

“When I first started, people were comparing my first fight ever with how my dad ended his career…to his best fight. So obviously I wasn’t going to match up that way. I knew that I’d get better and that one day I’d get there.”

 

How would you describe your relationship with your father?

“I’d say our relationship was awesome. We were great friends. Du ved, our time got cut short, and we didn’t get to spend a lot of time together. But the time we did have was amazing. And we really cherished it.”

 

Would you think your dad would be proud of you today, following in his footsteps?

“I think he would be proud of me. I wish he was here because the things he would say would help me a lot. I really do think he’d be proud.”

 

How much has your promoter Tony Holden meant to you?

 

“I wouldn’t be where I’m at without him. I can’t even put it into words. Ærligt, if I would have started boxing without him, no one would know who I was. Everything I have in boxing, is because of him. I met him in October of 2013, two or three months before I got into boxing.”

 

 

Freddie Roach, a seven-time Boxing Writers Association of America Trainer of the Year and 2012 inductee into the International Boxing Hall of Fame, will be in Morrison’s corner Fredag i Miami. He said Trey is dedicated, a joy to work with and has continued to improve. But he remains a work in progress.

 

“Trey’s a very nice person, a simple guy, real polite like most boxers.’’.

 

“He inherited his father’s punch. He’s a big puncher. He’s learned how to box and is getting better every day. He tries hard. I like the way he’s progressing. He holds his own with some of the veteran guys here at the gym and is doing very well.

 

“Once he learns to box a little more, he’s going to make a lot more noise in the division. My thoughts on the heavyweights right now is that it is not all that strong of a division. [Anthony] Joshua may be the best, and there are a couple other big names. But I think the division is mostly wide open for guys who have heart and balls and are ready to take it the distance. Trey’s that kind of kid.’’

 

It was Roach who wanted this fight. “His manager asked me if he was ready and I said he was 100 procent klar. Latimore is his toughest fight, but it’s time to step up.’’

 

 

I Fredagens ShoBox main event, gang-slået Radivoje Kalajdzic (21-1, 14 KOS), St. Petersburg, Fla. will try and resume his winning ways when he meets undefeated Travis Peterkin (16-0-1, 7 KOS), af Brooklyn, N.Y.. i en 10-runde lys sværvægter skrot. I co-feature, super lightweight livewire Ivan "The Beast" Baranchyk (11-0, 10 KOS), af Brooklyn, N.Y., takes on Roc Nation’s Wang Zhimin (7-0, 3 KOS, 7-1 WSB), af Nutley, N.J. i form af Ningbo, Porcelæn, i en 10-rounder. In a scheduled eight-round bout, ukrainsk weltervægt Ivan "The Volk" Golub (12-0, 10 KOS, 5-0 WSB), af Brooklyn, N.Y.. ansigter James ”Keep'em Sleepin” Stevenson (23-2, 16 KOS), af Baltimore, Md.

The combined record of the eight boxers on the televised card is 114-3-1 med 78 knockouts.

 

Billetter til arrangementet fremmes af DiBella Entertainment og Tony Holden Productions i samarbejde med Roc Nation Sports er prissat til $35, $55 og $75 og kan findes på buffalorun.com og ved stubwire.com.

 

Barry Tompkins vil kalde ShoBox handling fra ringside med Steve Farhoodog tidligere verdensmester Raul Marquez tjener som ekspert analytikere. Den udøvende producent Gordon Hall med Rich Gaughan produktion og Rick Phillips lede.

EIGHT FIGHTERS WITH A COMBINED RECORD OF 114-3-1 WILL BE FEATURED FRIDAY, September. 23, LIVE ON SHOWTIME®

ON SHOBOX: DEN NYE GENERATION QUADRUPLEHEADER
Fra Buffalo RUN CASINO i Miami, OKLA.

Radivoje “Hot Rod” Kalajdzic Faces Undefeated Travis Peterkin in Main Event,
Unbeatens Ivan Baranchyk, Wang Zhimin Clash for USBA Junior Welter Title,
Welterweight Ivan Golub Risks Perfect Record Against James Stevenson,

Trey Lippe Morrison Meets Ed Latimore in Collision of Unbeaten Heavyweights

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NEW YORK (Syv. 6, 2016) – Light heavyweight Radivoje "Hot Rod" Kalajdzic will face unbeaten southpaw Travis “The Notorious” Peterkin in the 10-round main event of a stacked ShoBox: Den nye generation quadrupleheader på Fredag, Syv. 23, lever videre SHOWTIME (10 p.m. OG/PT, forsinket på vestkysten) fra Buffalo Run Kasino i Miami, Okla.

The combined record of the eight boxers on the televised card is 114-3-1 med 78 knockouts.

Kalajdzic, 25, St. Petersburg, Fla., og Peterkin, 26, of the Brownsville section of Brooklyn, N.Y., vil gøre deres ShoBox debuts and initial 10-round starts.

This is Kalajdzic’s first fight since losing a highly controversial and questionable eight-round split decision to unbeaten 2012 Olympian Marcus Browne sidste April 16 i Brooklyn. Kalajdzic is clamoring for a rematch with the world-ranked Browne, but he can’t overlook the strong, athletic Peterkin, who is coming off a shutout decision over Larry Pryor sidste Marts 30 and is looking for a breakout performance.

I ShoBox co-feature, super lightweight powerhouse Ivan "The Beast" Baranchyk (11-0, 10 KOS), af Brooklyn, N.Y., faces Roc Nation prospect’s Wang Zhimin (7-0, 3 KOS, 7-1 WSB), af Nutley, N.J. i form af Ningbo, Porcelæn, in a 10-rounder for the vacant USBA 140-pound title. In a scheduled eight-round bout, ukrainsk weltervægt Ivan "The Volk" Golub (12-0, 10 KOS, 5-0 WSB), af Brooklyn, tager på James ”Keep'em Sleepin” Stevenson (23-2, 16 KOS), af Baltimore, Md.

Local favorite and son of the late former world heavyweight champion, Tommy ”The Duke” Morrison, sværvægter Trey Lippe Morrison (11-0, 11 KOS) makes his highly anticipated television debut against fellow unbeaten and Roc Nation prospect Ed Latimore (13-0, 7 KOS), of Pittsburgh, Pa., in the six-round telecast opener.

Billetter til arrangementet fremmes af DiBella Entertainment og Tony Holden Productions i samarbejde med Roc Nation Sports er prissat til $35, $55 og $75 og kan findes påbuffalorun.com og ved stubwire.com. (Den $35 tickets are sold out).

Kalajdzic (21-1, 14 KOS), a 6-foot-2 native of Bosnia and Herzegovina, turned pro in June 2011. Han vandt sin første 21 fights before losing to Browne in a bout in which many felt he won easily. Browne (18-0) landed an occasional hard shot, but Kalajdzic seemed to control the fight with his power and awkward style. Both boxers hit the deck, Kalajdzic (from what appeared to be a slip) in the first, Browne (clearly) in the sixth from a right hand to the head. Receiving credit for a knockdown in which no punch appeared to connect was the difference, and the fans booed when the scores of 76-75, 76-74 og 74-76 were announced.

“I am really excited about this fight and that I am on television again fighting another undefeated southpaw,"Sagde Kalajdzic. “I am continuing where I left off with training camp from my previous fight since it’s another southpaw, so I will be more than prepared. Forhåbentlig, Peterkin comes to fight and not hug like my last opponent did so we can give the fans a good fight.”

Peterkin (16-0-1, 7 KOS) would still have an unblemished record if not for losing two points in an eight-round majority draw with 2008 Dominikanske Olympian Lenin Castillo (12-0) den aug. 1, 2015 på Barclays center. Peterkin had a point deducted in the fourth for hitting after the break and in the fifth for a low blow. Pointene blev 76-74 og 75-75 to gange.

Despite the draw in his outing before last, Peterkin considered this the most gratifying moment of his life. Fra 2012-14, he stocked and served food in the suites at Barclays. In his most recent effort, Peterkin easily outpointed Pryor by the scores of 80-72 three times in New York. This will be Peterkin’s first fight outside of his home state.

A good boxer with excellent technique, Peterkin was introduced to boxing by his father, Bernard, en 1987 heavyweight Golden Gloves semifinalist, i 2001. Han gik 95-7 i amatører; after winning the 2010 New York Golden Gloves, he went pro in January 2011.

“I was ringside at Hot Rod’s last fight. Jeg respekterer ham, but I saw what his flaws are and will exploit them,” said Peterkin. “I am anticipating a war. Brooklyn is coming to Oklahoma and I will not disappoint. På Syv. 23, greatness beckons.”

Baranchyk, an offensive-minded fighting machine, packs outstanding power in both hands. He’s making his third appearance on ShoBox and third in a row at Buffalo Run. His otherShoBox starter, both first-round knockouts versus undefeated opponents, totaled a combined2:49.

The highly regarded, all-action Baranchyk registered a brutal, two-punch, 21-second stoppage over Nicholas Givhan (16-0-1) sidste Marts 25ShoBox at Buffalo Run. He scored a 2:28, første runde knockout løbet Shadi Shehadeh (9-0-2) i sin ShoBox debut last December. 11 i Houston, Texas.

Baranchyk was born in Minsk, Byelorussia and lives in Brooklyn. He’s won eight straight by knockout, including a third-round TKO over previously undefeated Joaquim "Eliseo” Cross (9-0-1) sidste Juni 25 at Buffalo Run. Dominant with his speed and power from the outset, Baranchyk dropped Cruz in the second. Cruz’s corner threw in the towel at 1:07 af den tredje.

Alle 10 of the 5-foot-7, 23-year-old Baranchyk’s knockouts have come inside three full rounds, including six in the first. He’s fought 22 rounds in an 11-fight career. The only time he went the distance was in his third fight, a four-rounder in December 2014. Baranchyk, a former European amateur standout, turned pro in June ‘14 and relocated to the United States a few months later.

“I couldn’t be more excited about returning to ShoBox,” said Baranchyk. “Zhimin is a very skilled fighter and he will be my toughest opponent yet. Men, I intend on ending this bout in devastating fashion. I guarantee you will see Zhimin on his back when the fight is over. I am looking to send a message to the rest of the junior welterweight division that I am someone to be feared.”

Zhimin, 30, turned pro in November 2010 and fought eight times in the WSB through 2011. After a three-year layoff, he relocated to the U.S. and has gone 7-0. He’s coming off an eight-round decision over Matthew Doherty sidste Juni 11. Zhimin had great success in the WSB, winning the gold in 2011 in his native China, defeating Yerzhan Mussafirov of Kazakhstan in the tightly contested lightweight final. Inden da, he reached the final in the Chinese National Boxing Championship in 2010, where he received a silver medal. I 2012, han vandt anden sølvmedalje, denne gang på Erdos International Boxing Competition.

“It’s an honor for me to be a part of this great event,” said Zhimin. “I want to thank the promoters, my team and everyone who gave me this opportunity. My goal is to get that belt. I know it’s a process full of challenges, but I am not afraid of what lies ahead. I know that I will make it. I have faith in myself. I will do whatever I can to prepare myself for this title showdown and give the fans my best performance and bring home the belt.”

Golub, a 27-year-old who, at 6-feet, is tall for a welterweight, turned pro as a middleweight in November 2012. At the outset of his career, Han gik 5-0 in the WSB. He’s gone 12-0 siden, vindende 10 af knockout, including his last six in a row, the last three as a welterweight.

I sin ShoBox debut, he touched the canvas for the first time in his career, but bounced back to blast out Marlon Waters with a series of combinations in the closing seconds of the sixth. He won by TKO.

Golub, a southpaw who’s coming off a second-round TKO over Ernesto Ortiz sidste Juli 21, was an outstanding amateur. Han gik 270-32 som amatør, was a five-time national champion in Ukraine and won bronze at the 2009 World Amateur Championships.

“Stevenson has a lot of experience and I am preparing for a very tough fight,” said Golub. “He is a guy that likes to sit on his punches and trade, which is exactly what I want. Once he feels my power, he is going to be in trouble. This will be an exciting fight for as long as it lasts.”

Stevenson is making his ShoBox debut. En pro da 2008, he won his first 21 scraps until losing by ninth-round TKO to then-undefeated Sammy Vasquez den aug. 8, 2014. The fight was competitive for five rounds before Vasquez took over. Stevenson went down in the ninth.

The 5-foot-11, 33-year-old Stevenson has won two-of-three since, herunder en femte runde TKO i Kevin Womack sidste Maj 14 in his first fight i 13 måneder. A hard-hitting boxer-puncher, Stevenson has feasted on modest opposition and is still seeking a signature victory.

Stevenson has produced a respectable record in spite of his career getting sidetracked by a series of setbacks and tragedies. I 2011, during a routine jog, a dog viciously attacked him, requiring Stevenson to get more than 20 stitches. Kort tid derefter, his father James Stevenson Sr. passed away, as did his mother-in-law.

“I appreciate the opportunity,” said Stevenson. “But they made a big mistake giving me the time to get ready for this fight. I’m training real hard and I’m coming to make a statement. I’m not scared of Golub and I promise it won’t go the distance. I’m putting him to sleep.”

Morrison has registered eight first-round knockouts, two second-round knockouts and one fourth-round KO in a career that began in February 2014. Morrison, who bears a striking resemblance to his late father facially, physique-wise and with his fighting style, turns 27 påSyv. 27. He’s fought all but one of his fights in Oklahoma; this is his 10th start at Buffalo Run.

A popular member of Holden’s Four State Franchise stable, the 6-foot-2 Morrison is fighting for the first time since he underwent surgery on his right tendon from an injury suffered in his most recent bout, a fourth-round TKO over Thomas Hawkins sidste Jan. 23.

“I have worked so hard to get to this point and now this is my chance to show the world who I am. I want to thank SHOWTIME for the opportunity,” said Morrison. “Latimore is a huge step up in class for me, but I am ready for it. Once I hear those Oklahoma fans and feel the energy inside the arena, I flip a switch and it’s go-time. This is going to be my coming-out party.”

Latimore, who majored in physics in college, is a boxer-puncher expected to give Morrison his toughest test. Latimore is making his ShoBox debut and fourth start this year. He’s coming off an eight-round split decision over Juan Goode sidste Juli 15.

Den 6-fods-1, 31-year-old Latimore turned pro in January 2013. Som en amatør, he won the Pennsylvania Golden Gloves, National PAL and Ringside Championships, and was victorious over 2012 Olympian Dominic Breazeale and former IBF Heavyweight Champion Charles Martin.

“Morrison will be a real test for me,” said Latimore. “It’s never easy to fight someone in their backyard. I just fought in my hometown of Pittsburgh so I know the feeling coming into it and the momentum on fight night. I am looking forward to putting on a good show for all the fans in Oklahoma and those watching on ShoBox."

Barry Tompkins vil kalde ShoBox handling fra ringside med Steve Farhood og tidligere verdensmester Raul Marquez tjener som ekspert analytikere. Den udøvende producent Gordon Hall medRich Gaughan produktion og Rick Phillips lede.

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

Krzysztof Glowacki Drops Steve Cunningham Four Times On His Way To Retaining Cruiserweight World Title
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2012 US. 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 “Sandheden” 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) på Premier Boxing Champions (PBC) på NBC Lørdag night from Barclays Center in Brooklyn.
It meant a lot to get the stoppage,” sagde 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 US. Olympian, 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.
“Sandheden” 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, Jeg følte,” sagde 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.
Ved indledningen anfald af telecast, Polish star Krzysztof Glowacki (26-0, 16 KOS) sent former world champion Steve “USS” 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,” Said 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,” Said 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 til 366 was enough for him to retain his title by scores of 116-108 og 115-109 to gange.
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 US. Olympian “Sir” Marcus Browne (18-0, 13 KOS) remained undefeated with a narrow split-decision victory over previously unbeaten RadivojeHot RodKalajdzic (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. Jeg viste mit hjerte. 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.
I første 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 & Billeder

PBC on NBC Live From Barclays Center On Lørdag, April 16
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BROOKYLN (April 13, 2016) – Undefeated rising welterweight star Errol “Sandheden” Spence Jr. og tidligere verdensmester Chris ALGIERI went face-to-face Onsdag to kick-off fight week activities with the final press conference before they meet in the main event of Premier Boxing Champions (PBC) på NBC dette Lørdag, April 16 fra Barclays Center i Brooklyn.
Also in attendance at the Highline Ballroom in Manhattan were cruiserweight championKrzysztof Glowacki og tidligere mester StevenU.S.S” Cunningham plus undefeated 2012 US. Olympian “Sir” Marcus Browne and unbeaten light heavyweight RadivojeHot RodKalajdzic who round out a stacked tripleheader på lørdag nat. Desuden, popular Brooklyn undefeated fighter Heather “The Heat” Hardy was in attendance as she nears her undercard bout against Sweden’s Anna Hultin.
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Her er, hvad pressemødet deltagerne havde at sige Onsdag:
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. Lørdag 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.
“Uanset hvad der sker, 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. Lørdag nat, I’m looking for a coming out party. My focus is 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, men lige nu, 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. I don’t know why, 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. Det er tid til at kæmpe. It’s going to be a great night of fights. “
Glowacki af 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
“Jeg er nødt til at vinde. 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. Mest vigtigt, Jeg vil vinde.
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 på lørdag.”
STEVE CUNNINGHAM
This is my first time fighting at Barclays Center and I’m very excited about that. Jeg er klar til at kæmpe. Træningslejr er overstået. 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. A fight is a fight. 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. Han er en kriger. 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 eller 40. Jeg føler stor. 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 Lørdag nat, I want things to go my way. Hvis ikke, we’re able to evolve. Let’s go, 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. We’ll see på lørdag nat.
“Jeg føler stor. 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 på lørdag nat.”
Radivoje KALAJDZIC
“Jeg er klar. I don’t have too much to say. Jeg er bare klar til at kæmpe.
“Træningslejr gik store. We got a full eight weeks in. Roadwork, condition, alt. Jeg er bare klar til at kæmpe.
I want to introduce myself to the fans by knocking out Marcus Browne. If that doesn’t come, Jeg ønsker at sætte på en stor ydeevne. 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 på lørdag nat. 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.
“Jeg kan ikke vente med at kæmpe (ubesejrede udfordrer) 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, Formand for 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 Rodis 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 på lørdag nat.
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, Præsident for 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 på lørdag. 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 på lørdag nat.”
BRETT YORMARK, CEO of Brooklyn Sports & Underholdning
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 Lørdag samt. 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 Lørdag nights card features Chris Colbert and Earl Newman who got their start at Golden Gloves.
“Jeg tror 2016 will be our biggest year yet and we look forward to welcoming everybody back in the coming months.
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2012 US. Olympians Errol Spence Jr. & Marcus Browne Reflect On Olympic Experience Heading Into Premier Boxing Champions on NBC Showdowns Taking Place Saturday, April 16 Fra Barclays Center i 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 “Sandheden” Spence Jr. og “Sir” Marcus Brownestarted out as teammates on the 2012 US. Olympic team and will face the toughest tests of their careers when they enter the ring in primetime on Premier Boxing Champions NBC Lørdag, April 16 fra Barclays Center i Brooklyn.
The rising welterweight Spence Jr. vil tage på tidligere verdensmester Chris ALGIERI in the main event while Browne kicks-off televised coverage at 8:30 p.m. OG/5:30 p.m. PT when he takes on unbeaten RadivojeHot RodKalajdzic.
Billetter til live event, der fremmes af DiBella Entertainment i samarbejde med Star Boxing, starter ved $25, ikke inklusive gældende gebyrer, og er der tilbud nu. Billetter kan købes online ved at besøge www.ticketmaster.com, www.barclayscenter.com eller ved at ringe 1-800-745-3000. Billetter er også tilgængelige på American Express Box Office hos Barclays center. Gruppe rabatter er tilgængelige ved at ringe 844-bklyn-GP.
Med 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 Olympiansand 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 Bannerevery 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 US. Olympic team:
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 FRA BARCLAYS CENTER i Brooklyn

Stacked Card Features Local Talent Including
Heather Hardy, Chris Colbert & Earl Newman & International Stars Lukasz Maciec & Dardan Zenunaj
BROOKLYN (Marts 29, 2016) – Undefeated prospect Mario Barrios (14-0, 8 KOS) and top super lightweight contenderLuca “Black Mamba” Giacon (27-1, 23 KOS) compete in separate bouts that highlight undercard action on Saturday, April 16 fra Barclays Center i Brooklyn.
April 16 begivenhed har en Premier Boxing Champions (PBC) på NBC tripleheader headlined by undefeated rising star Errol “Sandheden” Spence Jr. tage på tidligere verdensmester Chris ALGIERI. Tv dækning begynder ved 8:30 p.m. OG/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 og ubesejret 2012 US. Olympian “Sir” Marcus Browne battling fellow unbeaten RadivojeHot RodKalajdzic.
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 Heather “The Heat” Hardy (15-0, 3 KOS) competes in an eight-round junior featherweight bout while Golden Gloves champions Chris Colbert (4-0, 2 KOS) og 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), kæmper ud af Brooklyn, in a six-round super welterweight fight against South Carolina’s TyKeem Sadler (6-1, 4 KOS)
Billetter til live event, der fremmes af DiBella Entertainment i samarbejde med Star Boxing, starter ved $25, ikke inklusive gældende gebyrer, og er der tilbud nu. Billetter kan købes online ved at besøge www.ticketmaster.com, www.barclayscenter.com eller ved at ringe 1-800-745-3000. Billetter er også tilgængelige på American Express Box Office hos Barclays center. Gruppe rabatter er tilgængelige ved at ringe 844-bklyn-GP.
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 debut.
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 og vil gøre hans US. debut on April 16.
A popular Brooklyn fighter who competed in Barclays Center’s first-ever professional female boxing match, Hardy er blevet et dagligt syn på arenaen siden. På April 16, she will be making her sixth appearance at Barclays Center. Lidt over to år efter hendes pro debut, Hardy vandt en international titel bælte i super bantamvægt division i 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. debut i december 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.
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Errol Spence Jr., Chris ALGIERI, Krzysztof Glowacki, Steve Cunningham, Marcus Browne & Radivoje Kalajdzic Media konferenceopkald Highlight Citater

(Photo Credit: Ed Diller / DiBella Entertainment)
“Jeg tror jeg er en af ​​de øverste talenter i sporten, men jeg er nødt til at bevise mig selv i denne kamp.” – Spence Jr.
“Det er en meget vanskelig opgave at gå fra udsigten til Contender. Jeg mener, at dette er et stort spring for Errol.” – Algieri
BROOKLYN (Marts 24, 2016) – Premier Boxing Champions (PBC) på NBC krigere holdt et medie telefonkonference i dag for at diskutere deres Lørdag, April 16 matchups på Barclays Center i Brooklyn.
Undefeated stigende stjerne Errol “Sandheden” Spence Jr., tidligere verdensmester Chris ALGIERI, cruiserweight verdensmester Krzysztof Glowacki, tidligere cruiserweight mester Steve “USS” Cunningham, ubesejret 2012 US. Olympian “Sir” Marcus Browne og ubesejret lys sværvægter Radivoje Kalajdzic talte til medierne forud for deres primetime opgør på NBC, med tv-dækning begynder ved 8:30 p.m. OG/5:30 p.m. PT.
Billetter til live event, der fremmes af DiBella Entertainment i samarbejde med Star Boxing, starter ved $25, ikke inklusive gældende gebyrer, og er der tilbud nu. Billetter kan købes online ved at besøge www.ticketmaster.com,www.barclayscenter.com eller ved at ringe 1-800-745-3000. Billetter er også tilgængelige på American Express Box Office hos Barclays center. Gruppe rabatter er tilgængelige ved at ringe 844-bklyn-GP.
Her er hvad de krigere havde at sige Torsdag:
ERROL Spence JR.
“Dette er en stor mulighed for mig. Det er endnu et skridt i min karriere at komme til hvor jeg ønsker at være, der er en verden titel kamp.
“Camp går godt. Jeg er på vægt, og jeg ser frem til en sætte på en stor, ensidig ydeevne på April 16.
“Jeg har noget at bevise. Jeg tror jeg er en af ​​de øverste talenter i sporten, men jeg er nødt til at bevise mig selv i denne kamp. Der er en masse spørgsmål, der har brug for at besvare. April 16 Jeg er nødt til at bevise mig selv, og jeg er klar til det.
“Går fra udsigten til contender er et spring, men du er nødt til at gå igennem det. Der er en masse forventes af mig. Dette er hvad jeg skal gøre for at komme ind i denne top-fem-niveau.
“Chris har en masse hjerte. Han er grynet. Jeg ved, at han vil komme til at kæmpe og gøre det til en rigtig underholdende kamp.
“Jeg kan ikke lægge noget pres på mig selv. Jeg træner hårdere end nogensinde, men jeg kommer ind som det er alle andre kamp. Jeg er klar til at sætte på en stor Vis.
“Jeg ønsker at bekæmpe mindst tre gange i år. Så længe jeg er sund og alt går godt, Jeg ønsker at forblive aktive. Jeg ønsker ikke at vente en modstander. Jeg ønsker at komme i ringen og ophold vinde.”
CHRIS ALGIERI
“Vi ser frem til at sætte på en anden stor ydeevne. Jeg har haft nogle af mine bedste præstationer på Barclays og dette vil være en anden.
“Jeg får mere og mere ophidset, da vi kommer til at kæmpe nat. Jeg ser virkelig frem til April 16.
“Denne knægt ville ikke være her, hvis han ikke var en god fighter. Der er et stort pres på ham. Det er en meget vanskelig opgave at gå fra udsigten til Contender. Det er ikke let at gøre, at hoppe. Du er nødt til at være forsigtig tage store spring. Jeg mener, at dette er et stort spring.
“Jeg har været i ringen med store fyre og hard-hitter. Styles gør slagsmål, men det handler om dueller. Boksning er en rytme sport. Du er nødt til at være i med en fyr, og se, hvordan de stilarter mesh.
“Jeg kæmpede på 147 og 154 når jeg kick-boxed så jeg har været i ringen med disse større fyre. Jeg har aldrig haft et problem med størrelse.”
Glowacki af KRZYSZTOF
“Jeg er så glad for at være i stand til at kæmpe igen i USA, og jeg har tænkt mig at levere en anden stor kamp. Jeg håber både den polske og amerikanske fans vil være der for denne eksplosive kamp.
“Jeg er helt klar til at komme til USA og forsvare min titel.
“Det var meget frustrerende at have de skader, jeg har haft. Jeg kunne ikke gøre noget. Silver lining er, at jeg er så utroligt sulten til at vende tilbage. Jeg er endnu mere sulten end normalt.
“Min modtagelse tilbage hjem efter Huck kampen var utroligt. Da jeg ankom fra lufthavnen var der mennesker med blomster og jeg fik politieskorte til min hjemby. Det er en utrolig følelse at være en verdensmester. Jeg vil gerne have denne følelse igen, når jeg vender tilbage. Jeg var relativt ukendt, men nu folk henvender sig til mig på gaden, og det er en fantastisk følelse at have.”
STEVE CUNNINGHAM
“Jeg er spændt på at have en anden mulighed på en verden titel i cruiserweight division. Jeg er altid klar, Jeg er altid parat og i gymnastiksalen.
“Glowacki er en formidabel fjende. Han gjorde et stort plask i hans US. debut og folk ønsker at se, om han kan leve op til det. Vi kommer til at gå sammen og lave nogle fyrværkeri.
“Dette er ikke nyt territorium for mig bare en ny modstander. Vi ser ikke forbi nogen, og vi er klar til denne ene. Det er krig tid.
“Jeg ved, han er drevne, men jeg er drevet også. Jeg har kæmpet over hele verden. Det er nyt fighting tæt på hjemmet, men det er stadig kommer til at føle sig som Polen i Barclays center. Jamen jeg har kæmpet i Polen før, så vi bare kommer til at tage alt fra lejren og bringe det til kampen.”
MARCUS BROWNE
“Dette er blot endnu et skridt for mig på vejen til at blive verdensmester. Alle ønsker at gøre det ud som han er den bedste fighter, jeg nogensinde konfronteret. April 16 vi vil se.
“Jeg ser hvad jeg ser fra 'Hot Rod'. Han er ung, han er ubesejret, og han ønsker ikke at miste sin 0. Jeg har tænkt mig at tage sig af det i ringen.
“Disse slags kampe er afgørende for os begge, og der vil forårsage fyrværkeri. Han var ikke på min radar før men kommer April 16 vi begge være på hinandens radar for sikker.
“Er han den bedste modstander, jeg har konfronteret på en professionel kamp? Ja. Men dette er ikke den bedste fyr jeg har været i ringen med. April 16Jeg har tænkt mig at tage sig af min virksomhed i ringen. Det er, hvordan vi konversere i boksning.
“Du kan ikke gå derind tænker, at hvad du gjorde i de amatører gør dig til en stor pro. Det er to helt forskellige spil. Jeg har været der med en masse gode fyre fra en ung alder.”
Radivoje KALAJDZIC
“Jeg er glad for at kæmpe på Barclays Center på en stor udstilling. Jeg er bare klar til at kæmpe, og jeg håber Marcus Browne er for.
“Jeg har arbejdet med Keith Thurman før og fået i ringen med ham siden vi begge tog ned i St. Petersburg, Florida. Det er rigtig godt arbejde. Han er en stor fighter.
“Marcus har naturligvis hastighed og kraft. Jeg vil ikke fortælle dig hans svagheder, men hvis du ser på kampen nat, Jeg vil vise dig.
“Vi hovedsagelig fokuseret på, hvad jeg har tænkt mig at gøre. Vi arbejder på vores spil planen, og vi vil komme derind og udnytte sine svagheder.
“Jeg er spændt på at kæmpe i Brooklyn. Jeg har kæmpet i min hjemby, og jeg er spændt på at få publikum imod mig. Det er kun vil være ham og mig i ringen.”
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Chris Algieri Supporting Alma Mater Stony Brook University Ahead Of First NCAA Men’s Basketball Tournament Game in School History

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

(Photo Credit: Ed Diller/Star Boxing)
Algieri takes on rising star Errol Spence Jr. in primetime as
Premier Boxing Champions on NBC returns to
Barclays Center i Brooklyn
Lørdag, April 16 (8:30 p.m. OG/5:30 p.m. PT)
BROOKLYN (Marts 17, 2016) – Tidligere verdensmester 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.
“Jo ældre jeg bliver, 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 i aften,” 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. I 2015, he established theChris Algieri Champion Lifestyle Scholarship Fund” i 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 ‘Cinderellastory to come out of the tournament.
Den 13th-seeded Seawolves will take on the fourth-seed Kentucky Wildcats in Des Moines, Iowa i aften in the first round of the East Regional, with tip-off scheduled for 9:40 p.m. OG.
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 “Sandheden” Spence Jr. i de vigtigste tilfælde af en Premier Boxing Champions (PBC) på NBCtripleheaderon Lørdag, April 16 from Barclays Center in Brooklyn with televised coverage beginning at 8:30 p.m. OG/5:30 p.m. PT.
Billetter til live event, der fremmes af DiBella Entertainment i samarbejde med Star Boxing, starter ved $25, ikke inklusive gældende gebyrer, og er der tilbud nu. Billetter kan købes online ved at besøge www.ticketmaster.com,www.barclayscenter.com eller ved at ringe 1-800-745-3000. Billetter er også tilgængelige på American Express Box Office hos Barclays center. Gruppe rabatter er tilgængelige ved at ringe 844-bklyn-GP.
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