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Boxing saved the life of Two-Division World Champion “El Gallo” Jose Antonio Rivera

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COLORADO SPRINGS, Giro. (Giugno 4, 2020) – Like many boxers, campione del mondo due divisioni "Il Gallo" Jose Antonio Rivera credits boxing for saving his life.

“Absolutely,” Rivera agreed. “After my mom passed away when I was 10 anni, I gave up on life and my decision-making reflected that: hanging around with the wrong crowd including gang members, consuming alcohol between the ages of 10 and 15. I was definitely going in the wrong direction.

“I never thought I had a future until I started boxing. It’s hard to say what I’d be doing if I had never boxed, but by the way I was living, I’d probably be in jail or dead by now.”

Born in Philadelphia, Rivera lived in Puerto Rico and Springfield, MA, prior to him moving to Worcester, MA, where he met a man who helped change his life, Carlos Garcia, who was in charge of a special boxing program at the Worcester Boys & girls Club.

Rivera had started boxing at the age of 14 ½ in a basement with his friend, Felix Lopez.  He had fallen in love with boxing after watchingRoberto Duran rovesciato"Zucchero" Ray Leonard in their first fight. The young Puerto Rican-American specifically used his amateur boxing experience to prepare for the professional ranks. Garcia, who is in the National Golden Gloves Hall of Fame, put him in a novice match after only one amateur fight in order to put Rivera on the fast track, because he understood that Rivera dreamed of becoming a world champion as a professional. Rivera finished with a 35-15 registrare amatoriale, highlighted by a bronze medal performance at the PAL Nationals.

“I never had big amateur aspirations but, naturalmente, I wanted to win every fight I competed in,” Rivera said. “Once I didn’t qualify for the Olympic Trials, my plan was to turn pro. I didn’t know how much the amateurs would groom me to be a successful professional boxer. I’m glad I listened to my coaches, otherwise I would have turned pro earlier, because I would get frustrated with the politics of the amateurs. I hated losing, but I hated losing even more when I knew that I should have won. After three years together (with Garcia) in the amateurs and gaining a great wealth of experience traveling all over New England, the country and even fighting in Canada, I saw all types of styles and talented boxers that helped me as a pro. Carlos is like a father figure to me and during all of our training and travels, he was always in my head, building me up to become a good boxer, but also to help me become a better man.”

Novembre 7, 1992, Rivera made his pro debut, buttando giùFrancisco Mercedes in the second round. He went on to win his first 23 pro bouts, including the Massachusetts State welterweight title in 1995. His first pro loss was to veteran Philadelphia fighterWillie Wise (20-3-4), who won a controversial 10-round split decision at Foxwoods Resort Casino in Connecticut. Rivera had proven that he was more than a prospect in his first loss, losing a close decision (98-95, 94-97, 94-96) to an opponent that upset Mexican iconJulio Cesar Chavez (102-3-2) only three years later.

Showing the same resiliency that stayed with Rivera his entire career, two fights later Rivera stoppedGilberto Flores in two rounds to capture the International Boxing Organization (IBO) world welterweight championship. Rivera extended his new win streak to seven, before losing back to back fights. Four fights later, anche se, Rivera registered his first statement victory in 2001, buttando giùFrankie Randall (55-10-1) nel 10th round to retain his North American Boxing Association (Anche) crown in his first defense.

Now promoted by legendary Don King, Rivera traveled across the Atlantic Ocean in September 2003 to Germany, where few Americans were able to win. Rivera proved early that he meant business, dropping previously undefeatedMichel Trabant in the second round en route to winning a 12-round majority decision for the vacant World Boxing Association (WBA).  His reign, tuttavia, didn’t last long. In his first defense, Rivera lost a 12-round split decision at home in Worcester to challengerLuis Collazo (24-1)

Rivera moved up one weight class for his next fight, showing the resiliency that was a staple during his career for his next fight, also at home, against WBA junior middleweight World championAlexandro Garcia (25-1).

In his next fight and first defense of his third world title, Rivera was stopped for the first time in his pro career, by new champTravis Simms (24-0), and then he was knocked out byDaniel Santos (24-0) in round eight of their WBA junior middleweight title eliminator.

Rivera retired in 2008 only to make a comeback in 2001, after which he retired again until returning for two fights in Worcester to complete his pro career with 50 combattimenti, the last coming at the age of 46.

“Jose’s USA Boxing experiences shaped him into the man of character he is today, dentro e fuori dal ring,"Ha dettoChris Tofflemire, USA Boxing Alumni Director. “He took the road less traveled for a world champion, and in doing so he showcased his toughness and perseverance that made him a great example for today’s USA Boxers.”

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Creato per il campione per tutta la vita, relazioni reciprocamente vantaggiose tra USA Boxing ed i suoi ex allievi, –pugili, funzionari, allenatori e appassionati di boxe — L'Alumni Association collega generazioni di campioni, ispirando e restituendo ai futuri campioni di boxe USA Boxing, in e fuori dal ring.

Gli Stati Uniti Boxing Alumni Association è aperta a chiunque abbia un amore per la boxe e vorrebbe rimanere in contatto con il pugilato dilettantistico. I membri hanno accesso a una vasta gamma di eventi speciali ospitati dall'Associazione Alumni, compresa la sua annuale di USA Boxing Alumni Association Hall of Fame di ricezione.

Per aderire all'Associazione Alumni, semplicemente registrarsi alalumni@usaboxing.org per un $40.00 all'anno quota associativa. I nuovi membri riceveranno una T-shirt, portachiavi e e-wallet.

Rivera was a true working world champion. Few world champions also had full-time jobs during their title reigns. Rivera used vacation time, as well as personal and sick days, when he went to training camp for some of his major fights.

“I always had a good work ethic growing up,” he explained. “When I moved to Worcester at 16 anni, I lived by myself: school, work, and then to the Boys & Girls Club to train. I kept the same work ethic I had at 19 when I turned pro. I became a father at 20, so providing for my family was essential. Although it was hard, I knew boxing wasn’t going to last forever, and I was lucky enough to find a good job working for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts Trial Courts. It made for long days when I was training, especially when I was fighting for or defending my world championships. In the end, anche se, keeping my job was the best decision I could have made for me and my family.”

Rivera. who was an Associate Court Officer for years and promoted last year to Assistant Chief Court Officer, is still involved in boxing. He and his oldest son, A.J. Rivera, own and operate a boxing promotional company, Rivera Promotions Entertainment, to give young fighters in his area opportunities to fight more often and at home. Jose occasionally drops by the Boys & Girls Club to visit his former coaches, Garcia andRocky Gonzalez, to support their young talent. He also goes to his friendKendrick Ball’s gym, Camp Be Right, to give young fighters there a few tips and to keep in shape (not for another comeback).

Jose Antonio Rivera will be best known for his toughness and determination, which led him into a different life, including three world championships and a wonderful life he never would have enjoyed.

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Unhappy birthday coming up for undefeated lightweight prospect Jamaine “The Technician” Ortiz

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WORCESTER, Massa. (Aprile 15, 2020) – Even in his wildest dreams, undefeated World Boxing Council (WBC) Youth World lightweight championJamaine "The Technician" Ortiz (13-0, 7 KO) never could have ever imagined that his 24th compleanno, later this month, would fall smack in the middle of a worldwide health pandemic

When he turns 24 aprile 28th, Ortiz figured he’d be preparing for training camp with a spring fight date set, likely defending his WBC Youth World title of fighting for a regional belt of some sort.

He certainly didn’t think boxing would be banned around the world, gyms closed by a state mandate, and people wearing facemasks and plastic gloves like they’re in a Sci-Fi movie. E, to boot, his job as a licensed carpenter ended closed shop last Friday. Like everybody else in the Bay State.

Ortiz is basically self-quarantined at home, although he’s still running, formazione, eating well and doing everything else to maintain decent shape. Not elite boxing shape, anche se, which simply isn’t possible under these restrictive and trying times.

Instead of sparring, he’s shadow boxing, jumping rope has replaced pad-work with his trainers, Rocky Gonzalez eCarlos Garcia, and now his living room serves as hisPalestra.

Times have been dramatically altered, davvero, even celebrating birthdays, which Jamaine fully understands and accepts.

“I don’t think my birthday will be any different,” Ortiz said. “I usually spend it alone with my mother and daughter (4-year-old Amira) and this year probably won’t be any different. I won’t be able to get in a whole bunch of sparring rounds that I usually ask for (risata) as presents from some of my friends.“

Fortunatamente, anche se, Ortiz was able to fight this past February 28 in his first action in six months, headlining a CES Boxing-promoted card at home in Worcester, Massachusetts, in which he registered an impressive second-round stoppage of Mexican knockout specialist“Loco” Luis Ronaldo Castillo (22-6, 17 KO), a former WBC FECOMBOX lightweight champion.

Ortiz, presently rated No. 16 by the North American Boxing Federation (NABF), aspires to attend medical school after he hangs up his gloves for good, to become a doctor/researcher. He reads a lot about medicine, especially holistic treatments, and he believes that he may have already had the coronavirus.

“Five weeks before my last fight,” he explained, “I was in the hospital with a temperature of 104.5. Just about everybody I knew was sick, my grandmother had pneumonia. I never really get sick. I had a flu shot for seven years without an issue. I developed a cough, too. I felt like I was going to die. I can’t say with certainty I had coronavirus (there was no test available then), but I feel like I may have had it.”

Ortiz will be ready for the night the ring bell will finally sound again. “I hope to be fighting again in July or August, ma, no matter when boxing returns, I’ll be ready to go.

“This is a serious, contagious disease. People should use common sense: wash your hands, stay separated by six feet, and stay at home, especially the elderly and people with respiratory problems. Don’t take any unnecessary risks or panic, either. This isn’t the end of the world!"

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Best Kept campione dei pesi leggeri WBC Segreto Imbattuto Mondiale della Gioventù Boxing Jamaine “Il tecnico” Ortiz

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WORCESTER, Massa. (Novembre 5, 2019) – campione dei pesi leggeri imbattuto World Boxing Mondiale della Gioventù Jamaine “Il tecnico” Ortiz (12-0, 6 KO) è, forse, la migliore prospettiva del mondo che la maggior parte degli appassionati di boxe non sanno.

Una gran parte del problema, tuttavia, è che il 23-year-old Ortiz, nato e cresciuto nei combattimenti città di Worcester, MA, mai aspirato ad essere un pugile professionista, pur avendo una carriera amatoriale decorato.

Ha iniziato la boxe quando aveva sei anni, grazie alla Nazionale Golden Gloves Hall of Fame allenatore Carlos Garcia, che ha eseguito il programma di boxe ai ragazzi Worcester & Girls Club per quasi 40 anni.

L'Ortiz naturalmente dotati compilato un eccezionale 100-14 registrare amatoriale, evidenziato da un argento al 2015 Golden Gloves Torneo Nazionale, in cui ha perso in finale di campionato al futuro campione del mondo professionale joselito Lopez, prestazioni medaglia d'oro oltre a back-to-back al torneo New England of Champions in 2015 & 2016.

Testimonianza di Ortiz’ potenziale promettente è stata la sua ultima partita amatoriale, che era una solida vittoria contro Abraham “Eccellente” Nova, che è 17-0 (13 KO) come un professionista, così come il campione in carica North American Boxing Association, e valutato dal World Boxing Association (WBA) come il No. 8 super-piuma nel mondo.

“Girando pro non era il mio obiettivo finale,” pugile consumato Ortiz detto. “In realtà non era nella mia mente. Mi sono concentrato sui tornei regionali e nazionali. Ho sempre pensato che avrei vinto una medaglia d'oro olimpica e poi diventare professionista. Vorrei che mi era stato meglio preparati a diventare professionista.

“Le persone che mi conoscono non si rendono nemmeno conto che ero diventato professionista. C'è voluto un po 'prima ho regolato, ma non ho mai transitioned. Altri avevano un piano di gioco; Non ho avuto un indizio, ma ben presto i trofei che ho vinto realizzati nei dilettanti non stavano andando per pagare le bollette. La maggior parte dei miei fan oggi sono altri combattenti e pullman.”

Quando il suo sogno olimpico si è conclusa, dopo aver perso in semifinale dei Trials olimpici, È stato allora che il suo promotore, Jimmy Burchfield (Classic Spettacolo e Sport / CES), e co-consulente, Provvidenza uomo d'affari Richard Shappy è stato coinvolto in Ortiz’ carriera da professionista. Hanno investito tempo, denaro ed energia, credere in Ortiz e il suo enorme potenziale.

“Per anni,” spiegato Shappy, che consiglia Ortiz insieme Eddie Imondi,” Continuavo a dire a Jimmy (Burchfield) che ero interessato a farsi coinvolgere con un pugile, ma che doveva essere quella giusta. Un giorno Jimmy ha chiamato per dire questo (Ortiz) è l'unico. Ho saltato a bordo. Mi ha convinto che Jamaine è un futuro campione del mondo. Abbiamo saltato in dal suo primo combattimento, al piano terra, e crediamo che sta per essere campione del mondo.”

Burchfield ha promosso artisti del calibro di campione del mondo cinque volte Vinny Paz, U.S. OlimpionicoJason Estrada, Ray Oliveira, Gary Balletto, Peter Manfredo, Jr. e molti altri durante i suoi 25 e più anni nel settore della boxe. “Jamaine è il migliore che abbia promosso dal Vinny Paz,” Burchfield ha affermato senza esitazione. “E 'uno dei migliori prospettive nel mondo di oggi e un giorno lui sarà campione del mondo. Alcuni dicono che ha il bell'aspetto diOscar de la Hoya; gli altri si sentono il suo stile è come quella di ‘Zucchero’ Ray Leonard.”

Quando il suo sogno olimpico senza troppe cerimonie conclusa, ha deciso di diventare professionista in 2016, vincendo il suo debutto pro quando Josh Parker si ritirò dopo un round. Il punto culminante della sua giovane carriera pro fino ad oggi era vincere una decisione unanime otto round lo scorso febbraio da precedenza imbattuto (10-0) Ricardo Quiroz per catturare il titolo leggero WBC Mondiale della Gioventù vacante, la stessa cintura una volta orgogliosamente indossato da, ironicamente, il suddetto Lopez, così come Juan Diaz e Daniel Estrada.

Past CES-promosse combattenti che sono stati campioni del mondo WBC giovani comprendono campione del mondo tre volte “Cattivo” Chad Dawson e dei pesi massimi polacco Maruisz Wach.

Nel suo ultimo incontro e la prima difesa del titolo WBC Mondiale della Gioventù lo scorso agosto, Ortiz ha vinto una decisione unanime che domina otto round su 8-1-1 Romain Couture, pitching uno shutout vincendo ogni turno su tutti e tre i giudici’ scorecard.

Ortiz’ il tempo di stella sul ring è in arrivo. Lui è un diamante grezzo; giovane, di talento e con enorme rialzo. Ha una squadra forte dietro di lui, tra cui capo allenatore Rocky Gonzalez e Garcia, che sta ancora lavorando il suo angolo

Ortiz’ fan-base finirà per svilupparsi e crescere in fretta come i fan sempre più la boxe scoprire questo boxer dotato come lui sale alla cima della montagna boxe.
2020 promette di essere il “Anno del tecnico,” Jamaine Ortiz.
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Former national amateur champion Bobby Harris III breaking out of shadow cast by his father with a little help from his friends

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Ottobre 28 a Worcester, MA
(L-R) – davanti: Bobby Harris III holding Bobby Harris IV and A.J. Rivera; posteriore: Bobby Harris and Jose Antonio Rivera
WORCESTER, Massa. (Ottobre 2, 2017) – Local prospect Poliziotto “BH3” Harris III is ready to breakout of the shadows cast by his father, retired pro boxer Bobby Harris, di partenza Sabato notte, Ottobre 28, in the fourth and final 2017 installment of the popular professional boxing series, “Il futuro del New England”, presso il Centro DCU (Exhibition Hall) a Worcester, Massachusetts.
“New England’s Future 4” is presented by Rivera Promotions Entertainment (RPE), which is owned and operated by retired three-time, campione del mondo due divisione Jose Antonio Rivera e suo figlio, Anthonee (A.J.) Rivera.
“BH3” and A.J. grew-up together in gyms as sons of pro fighters. They had dreams of making it in boxing, which has come to fruition with “BH3” la prospettiva in aumento, A.J. the president and matchmaker for RPE. A volte, anche se, what’s transpired may be somewhat surreal for both young men.
“I grew up in boxing,” Bobby Harris III explained. “My father always brought me to the gym and his fights. My uncle, Adam Harris, was also a pro boxer. My father and Jose were super close, me and A.J. grew-up as brothers. The same blood couldn’t make us any closer. It’s me and AJ. My first amateur fight was when I was 13. A.J. used to run and workout with me. I’d go to his house after school and sleep over on weekends. We planned our lives together in boxing; my job is to fight and A.J. promotes and makes matches.”
“I remember growing up with Bobby as my brother,” A.J. aggiunto. “We did everything together: ran, trained, sparred and pushed each other to our greatest limits. He’s grown so much over the years. His natural ability, mixed with years of experience, and Bobby growing into a man will surely lead to him being world champion one day. I’m truly proud and excited to see our childhood plan unfold.”
“BH3” only had about 40 amateur matches but the large majority were at the national level. He is a two-time national amateur champion, including a gold-medal performance in the USA National Championships, and as a member of Team USA, he was rated No. 1 negli Stati Uniti, e No. 2 al mondo.
The 21-year-old decided to turn pro earlier this year, rather than wait for a shot at the Olympics, after discussing his options with his father, as well as Jose and A.J. Rivera, plus his head trainer, Rocky Gonzalez. Worcester boxers such as Jermaine Ortiz e Irvin Gonzalez turning pro, along with the arrival of now 8-month-old Bobby Harris IV, were key factors in his decision to become a professional boxer. “I didn’t want to waste another year,” Bobby admitted. “Turning pro now will get me into rankings earlier. The time was right”
Bobby’s father was a 4-time national amateur champion as a super heavyweight who compiled a 20-2-1 (13 KO) pro record between 1993 e 1999. Oggi, he is an important member of his son’s corner, but he did leave a shadow cast over his son, especially across New England.
“People will always compare me with my dad, sul ring, ma, as good as he was, it’s a great honor to be his son,” Bobby Harris III remarked. “It’s been nothing but good for me. He trained with fighters like (Oscar) De La Hoya, (Shane) Mosley, (Evander) Holyfield and so many other great fighters. We are different, anche se. and now I’m establishing my own identity. The sport has changed so much since he fought. Back then it was mostly two guys beating each other up, not as much of a performance. I like to put on a good performance and have people say, ‘He’s cool, and when does he fight again. My dad has told me how different boxing is today compared to when he fought. Ora, marketing is so important for fighters, and a lot of exposure is through social media.
“My father was a heavyweight, I’m going to go down to 154 (medi junior. He is so much bigger, taller and heavier than I am, so fighting in different weight classes separates us. I’m a different style fighter, troppo. I’m more active than him. So that people don’t confuse us when talking, I came up with ‘BH3’ as my persona. We are different in and out of the ring.”
“I have known Little Bobby (as I call him) since he was born,” Jose Rivera noted. “He calls me, Tio (uncle) Jose, and I love him like a member of my family. I am happy and proud to see little Bobby go after his dreams and goals his way and on his terms. I wouldn’t want it any other way. My son, A.J., and I are happy that we can use our RPE company to be able to help little Bobby pursue his dreams and goals. Worcester – and soon enough the rest of the world – will know it’s BH3 Time!”
“BH3” turned pro this past Giugno 10, in his Worcester hometown, taking a four-round unanimous decision (40-36 X 3) over an awkward opponent, Rodrigo Almeida, who seemed more interested in survival, often frustrating “BH3” with his constant holding.
“I’m happy with the way that fight went because I learned so much,” Bobby commented. “I was so excited with all the hype about my pro debut, and I was into the crowd trying for the knockout. I learned that I need to take my time, have fun, throw combinations and that the knockout will come. Dad liked to jab, I like to hit and run like ‘Zucchero’ Raggio (Leonard). My first pro fight wasn’t really me. I’m the matador but I can fight like a bull if the opportunity comes to me. I can change things around but I forgot to have fun in my pro debut.”
“BH3” plans to breakout from his father’s shadow in his Oct. 28th fight against New Yorker Troy Omer “KO Artist” artista (3-7-1, 2 KO), contested at a 164-pound catchweight, in quattro round.
Former WBU Americans and IBU North American cruiserweight champion Vinnie “American Nightmare” Carita (16-1-1, 15 KO), fighting out of Pembroke (MA), will face an opponent to be determined in the eight-round main event.
Former UFC heavyweight title challenger Gabriel “Napao” Gonzaga will make his pro boxing debut in a four-round match against Washington D.C. dei pesi massimi Alando Pugh (1-10-1, 1 KO).
Il “New England’s Future 4” undercard features many of the best and most popular N.E. combattenti, Compreso 2016 N.E. Golden Gloves campione Antonio Laureano (4-0, 2 KO), a promising welterweight from East Hartford (CT), who faces Clifton Rashad Thames (3-2-1), di Oklahoma City, in un match di sei round.
Other undercard fights, all four-rounders, includere 2014 N.E. Golden Gloves campione Adriano “Tonka” Sosa (4-0, 3 KO), combattimento da vicino Lawrence (MA), vs. veteran Norwalk (CT) welter Shakha Moore (12-23-3, 2 KO), Nuovo paradiso (CT) Edwin Soto (10-2-2, 4 KO) vs. Anthony Everett (1-6). di Lawrence, at a 150-pounds catch-weight, three-time USA Boxing Nationals champion Elvis Figueroa (2-0, 1 KO), di New Haven (CT), vs. Anthony Bowman (11-63-2, 3 KO). Richard “Braccio di Ferro il marinaio” Rivera (3-0, 2 KO), di Hartford (CT), vs. Hansen Castillo (0-2), at a 180-pounds catch-weight, Southbridge (MA) welter junior Wilfredo “il Sucaro” Pagano (2-0) vs. Oscar Diaz (0-12), di Hartford, and Danbury (CT) welter junior Omar Bordoy, Jr. (2-0) vs. Alan Beeman (0-15), della Provvidenza.
Tutte le lotte e combattenti sono soggette a cambiamento.
Biglietti, al prezzo di $75.00 (in prima fila) e $45.00 (ammissione generale), are on sale and available to purchase at the DCU Center box office, www.dcu.centerworcester.com, by contacting Jose Rivera (elgallojar@gmail.com/508.864.6954), AJ Rivera
(anthoneerivera@gmail.com/774.272.2269) o qualsiasi dei combattenti
Apertura delle porte alle 6:30 p.m., primo periodo 7:00 p.m. E.
Sponsor includono Lundgren Honda, Championsofhealth.usna.com, and American Pyramids.
Part of the proceeds will go to Worcester Latino Dollars For Scholars.
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