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Al Bernstein Emcees House of Boxing Champions Event

Evento premio House of Boxing Champions Chrystal Safety: Dicembre 15, 2021
La Casa della Boxe è riconosciuta a livello nazionale 501 (c)3 organizzazione caritatevole. HOBC ospiterà una cerimonia di riconoscimento per il City Boxing Club (Las Vegas) per conto dell'allenatore Larry Wade.

Informazioni sull'allenatore Larry Wade
Il coach Larry Wade ha ricevuto 8 titoli mondiali come allenatore di forza e condizionamento. Ha un'impressionante clientela di boxe professionale che include, ma non è limitato a, Shawn Porter (Campione WBC, Campione del Mondo IBF), Badou Jack (Olimpionico, Campione del mondo WBC dei pesi super medi), Caleb Impianto (Campione del mondo IBF dei pesi super medi) e Rolando Romero (Campione del mondo ad interim WBA dei pesi leggeri). Coach Wade ha avuto più di 30 combatte in 2020 e 2021 e ha solo perso 3 di loro. Egli ha 3 lotte per il titolo mondiale pay-per-view in programma entro il prossimo 30 giorni.

Informazioni sul City Boxing Club e sul programma BEST sotto la guida di Armin Van Damme
Il City Boxing Club è stato fondato nel 2017 as a program dedicated to assist at-risk youth to stay out of the penal system and/or provide a positive transition back into family and community for incarcerated youth. Youth are referred to the “BEST” program through the Department of Juvenile Justice, Clark County School District, or directly from families. City Boxing Club train youth, while they are incarcerated, to transition back to their families and their communities. They also train Juveniles the from Evening Reporting Center (ERC) and provide free gym memberships once youth has successfully completed their programs. The BEST program emphasizes recreational therapy, provides positive mentorships, develops communication and stress management skills, and critical thinking.

HOBC’s Impact
The House of Boxing Champions was created to support local youth boxing gyms around the country. HOBC targets youth that are most at-risk or have been previously incarcerated. Donations to HOBC are used to help pay for gym membership fees, facility fees, training safety equipment and competition travel grants.

About our Event
The event will be held on December 15, 2021 con inizio alle 3:30 p.m. The award presentation ceremony will begin at 4:30 p.m., a 3401 Sammy Davis Jr. Drive. Las Vegas, NV, 89109-000. Al Bernstein will serve as the Master of Ceremony and it will be hosted by the House of Boxing Champions . There will be a boxing memorabilia auction, raffle sales. giveaways, and HOBC’s pop-up shop (t-shirts, caps, eccetera) Refreshments, light lunch, music will be provided. You can become a sponsor by visiting www.houseofboxing.com or contacting an HOBC staff member.

Al Bernstein Talks House of Boxing Champions

On the current episode of Al Bernstein Unplugged Al welcomes Curtis Hunt, head of House of Boxing Champions and former super welterweight champion Tony Harrison. The trio discusses the work that HOBC does in helping gyms serving amateur boxers.

The House of Boxing Champions helps provide safety equipment and grants for travel to tournaments for local gyms around the country. They are currently working with Tony Harrison’ Super Bad Fitness in Detroit. Curtis and Tony talk with Al on the show about a special event upcoming on Sept. 4 at Super Bad Fitness. Al Bernstein will travel there to be master of ceremonies for the afternoon. Harrison will also be on hand to meet and greet fans. There will be exhibition boxing, raffles to win boxing memorabilia, food and other activities. For information go towww.houseofboxingchampions.com .“It was great to have Curtis and Tony on the show and to talk about the work being done by them for amateur boxers. I am strongly committed to House of Boxing Champions and I’ll be aiding them in fundraising efforts and special events in the months ahead. I can’t wait to go to Detroit on Sept. 4."

Al’s co-host on this show is Trip Mitchell. Here is the episode withTony Harrison & Curtis Hunt:

YouTube: https://youtu.be/AMm9i6e5g0c

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Al Bernstein Unplugged is available on all major podcast platforms and can be seen on Youtube. The television version of the show can be seen onBingeNetworks.tv , Rete di lotta, FITE TV, and Directv on Channel 623, Verizon Channel 597, AT&T U-verse Channel 1665, You Too America, AMGTV, and Eleven Sports Network.

"Night To Fight" di Ring Of Hope torna a marzo 7 alla Toyota Music Factory di Irving, Texas e vivere in Pay Per View


Notte per combattere 2020 video promozionale

L'organizzazione no-profit di boxe che autorizza i giovani nella grande area di Dallas promette di produrre un'altra vetrina costellata di stelle della scienza dolce con il suo evento annuale di raccolta fondi.

Resa dei conti dei pesi massimi leggeri tra Sam Clarkson Jr.. e Israel Duffus mette in evidenza lo spettacolo. Evan "Yung Holy" Holyfield, figlio di Evander Holyfield, essere presenti in una rissa; propagandato prospettiva locale Tristan "Sweet T" Kalkreuth ritorna anche al cerchio quadrato.

IRVING, TX (Febbraio 25, 2020) - L'organizzazione no-profit Ring of Hope di Lone Star ritorna per una notte clamorosa di boxe professionistico sanzionato quando presenta la sua nona edizione "Night To Fight" sabato pro boxe e evento di beneficenza, Marzo 7 presso la Toyota Music Factory di Irving, Texas.


L'evento principale presenterà un 8 attrazione rotonda dei pesi massimi leggeri tra due guerrieri testati in battaglia quando il pugile nato e cresciuto a Dallas-Fort Worth Samuel Clarkson (22-5, 15 KO) sfida il Freddie Roach-addestrato Israel Duffus (19-6, 16 KO).


La marquee match della notte culminerà per servire come il principale evento di raccolta fondi per sostenere il programma di boxe Ring of Hope. Da 2010, Ring of Hope ha trasformato le comunità e cambiato la vita dei giovani educando, responsabilizzare e coinvolgere gli studenti attraverso i fondamenti della boxe.


"Mi viene spesso chiesto perché ho avuto un tale desiderio di far parte di Ring of Hope. Riguarda il futuro dei giovani uomini e donne nelle nostre comunità,"Ha detto il fondatore di Ring of Hope Steven Bolos. “Crediamo per loro, credi in loro e credi con e attraverso di loro che possono essere i leader di domani ".


Evan "Yung Holy" Holyfield (3-0, 3 KO), il figlio del combattente della Hall of Fame Evander “The Real Deal” Holyfield, continuerà nella sua ricerca per seguire le orme del leggendario padre quando il 22enne tornerà sul ring. Presentato da Main Events, Holyfield, con sede a Houston, ha fatto il suo debutto nel pugilato professionistico a novembre con il suo leggendario padre a bordo ring.


Talento locale e il diciottenne Tristan Kalkreuth (4-0, 3 KO), che l'anno scorso ha firmato un accordo con la Golden Boy Promotions di Oscar De La Hoya, continuerà a scalare le classifiche anche in un combattimento separato. Kalkreuth è nata a Carrollton ed è residente a Duncanville. È allenato dal famoso allenatore Ronnie Shields, e ha un background amatoriale decorato, dove ha partecipato oltre 100 combattimenti, ha vinto due campionati nazionali e ha combattuto per la squadra di boxe statunitense nei campionati del mondo in 2018.


Anche per essere presenti in attacchi separati sono i pesi welter Jessy Martinez (14-0, 9 KO) e Brandyn Lynch (10-1, 8 KO), cruiserweight Robin Safar (10-0, 7 KO) e il peso massimo Patrick Mailata (4-0, 2 KO), Super leggero basato su Austin Robert Kevin Garcia (6-0, 5 KO) e il peso leggero basato su Corpus Christi John Rincon (4-0, 2 KO).


Night To Fight sarà disponibile in diretta su Integrated Sports Pay Per View via cavo, satellite e pay-per-view digitale via iN Demand, Vubiquity, DIRECTV e DISH negli Stati Uniti, Shaw PPV in Canada e nel mondo tramite il FITE.TV app e sito web.


Emittente televisiva Hall of Fame Showtime Al Bernstein, ex campione del mondo in due divisioni Paulie Malignaggi e giornalista e scrittore LA Times e Boxing Scene Manouk Akopyan chiamerà l'azione dal ring.


Biglietti limitati e tavoli da pranzo VIP possono essere ottenuti tramite una sponsorizzazione a Ring of Hope. Per ulteriori informazioni, vai a www.ringofhope.com.


The Toyota Music Factory is located at 300 West Las Colinas Boulevard in Irving, Texas.


Per ulteriori informazioni su sponsorships, volunteering or to enroll a child in a Ring of Hope program, inviare un'e-mail info@ringofhope.com. To provide a safe place for youth in the Dallas Fort Worth area to participate in after school boxing programs, click here to donate.


For up to date information, news and developments, visita www.RingOfHope.com, and follow along online on the following Ring of Hope platforms—Instagram, Facebook eYouTube.

🥊 In evidenza from previous Ring of Hope Night To Fight events



Foto da 2019 Notte per combattere, which took place Feb. 28 at the Frontiers Of Flight Museum in Dallas. The fight card featured undefeated prospects, former US Olympians and the likes of Hall of Famer fighter Thomas Hearn and The First Lady of Boxing Jackie Kallen in attendance.

SU RING OF HOPE: Fondato nel 2010 di Steve Bolos, Ring of Hope è un'organizzazione senza scopo di lucro che cerca di educare, responsabilizzare e coinvolgere i giovani attraverso i fondamenti della boxe. Con due palestre, il South Dallas Club e il Colony Club, Ring of Hope pone l'accento sullo sviluppo della leadership, programmi di fitness e sensibilizzazione della comunità durante l'insegnamento della disciplina della boxe. Le posizioni forniscono anche un luogo sicuro per i giovani nella zona di Dallas Fort Worth per partecipare ai programmi di boxe dopo la scuola. Attraverso la dolce scienza, Gli allenatori e i volontari di Ring of Hope consentono ai giovani di impegnarsi maggiormente per la salute, fitness e benessere, ispirandoli anche a diventare più coinvolti nella loro comunità.

USA Boxing Alumni Association Hall of Fame Reception another KO

Classe di 2019: Mark Breland, Joe Frazier,
Al Mitchell & Ray Rodgers


COLORADO SPRINGS, Giro. (Dicembre 19, 2019) – La Classe di 2019 was inducted into the USA Boxing Alumni Association Hall of Fame this past Friday night at Golden Nugget Hotel & Casino in Lake Charles, Louisiana.

The HOF reception was held in conjunction with the 2020 U.S. Qualificazioni olimpiche per la boxe e 2019 Campionati Nazionali. Hall of Fame broadcaster Al Bernstein from Showtime Sports served once again as the event’s emcee.

Olympic gold-medalists Mark Breland eSmokin'” Joe Frazier along with decorated coach Al Mitchell and famed cut-man Ray Rodgers, were inducted during the 3rd annual USA Boxing Alumni Association HOF reception.

Sen. John McCain was posthumously presented a special Lifetime Achievement Award. His daughter, Megan McCain, sent an acceptance video on behalf of her family that was played for the audience.

We are extremely thankful for the hundreds of USA Boxing Alumni who showed up to support this year’s Hall of Fame class and enjoy an incredible evening of reflection, camaraderie, and joy,” said USA Boxing Alumni Association Director Chris Tofflemire. “Sfortunatamente, George Foreman was unable to attend the event, so we will be sure to honor him at a later date. Tuttavia, the legacies of Ray Rodgers, Al Mitchell, Joe Frazier, Mark Breland, and Senator John McCain were celebrated with passion and gratitude. It was an evening to remember, and we look forward to a strong 2020 for the USA Boxing Alumni Association.

The ceremony was well attended, con oltre 200 traveling to Lake Charles in celebration of this year’s class. 1988 Eastern Olympic Qualifier Champion Giovanni “Iceman” Scully, 1972 Medaglia d'oro olimpica Sugar Ray Seales, 1984 Medaglia d'oro olimpica Frank Tate, former middleweight and light heavyweight champion “Dolce” Reggie Johnson, e 1992 Olimpionico Raul Marquez celebrated amongst peers from their amateur days.

To watch the entire ceremony, partire QUI

Below are quotes from the inductees, or those representing inductees, with pictures:

CLASSE DI 2019



MARK BRELAND

Mark Breland: “I enjoy boxing, it’s a lot of fun. I’m glad to be here because I’ve seen a lot of fighters I grew up with in the amateurs. I enjoy boxing because it kept me off the streets. I wasn’t a street guy., My father would have beaten me up if I had gotten into trouble in the streets. Boxing kept me off the streets, kept me in the gym. I guess I was good at it. I had a fight with a bully when I was 14 and I beat him up. I went to the gym the same day and my coach asked me what happened. My knuckles were shredded with blood. I told him I had a fight in the street. He said you can’t fight in the street. Then I realized boxing and street fighting are two different things.

Shelly Finkel (his manager), when he came into my life, changed a lot of things. Things changed a lot. I focused more on boxing, focused on the Olympic Games, and won championships. Every tournament I went into, Ho vinto, but it was a lot of fun. I wanted to inspire youths. I hope I can inspire some amateurs coming up. To keep going, stay off the streets, and do something that can change your life in a good way., Eddie Futch for life!”



JOE FRAZIER

Marvis Frazier(Joe’s son, nella foto): “It is so good today to speak about my father, what he meant to me, and Joe Frazier always said to me, ‘There’s no right way to do wrong, no wrong way to do right.’ Lui ha detto, if you don’t do right, you’re going to smell this, putting his left fist right to my nose. When it was time for me to do bad, it wasn’t me, wasn’t Marvis Frazier. Così, oggi, I’m still smelling it even if he’s not here.

I just love to talk boxing. As an amateur I was 46-1 and then when I turned pro, I beat the guy who had knocked me out. I love my father. He was a good guy and a champion. I know everybody know Muhammad Ali and I know everybody know ‘SmokinJoe Frazier.



AL MITCHELL

Al Mitchell:I got rid of anybody over 16 who didn’t want to go to school. I’ve been doing this the longest time and I want to thank the coaches. I had three or four who didn’t care about boxing, but they wanted their kids to get an education. Izzy Acosta is one. I got a perfect record at Marquette High, they’ve all graduated. I have four kids with master’s degrees, Ho avuto 14 who have degrees, and four guys who are policemen and no way they should be policemen. Io sono BENEDETTO.

Old coaches would tell one you’re only as good as your memories. It’s crazy with kids 14, 14, 15. I had a kid named Vernon Forrest, a four-time world champion., It’s not just about boxing. It’s getting an education and after ten years they have a good life. I want to thank you all for putting me in the Hall of Fame.




Michael Rodgers (Ray’s son): “Primo, I want to apologize for my father for not being here. He hurt his back over the weekend working a boxing match, believe it or not, and he apologizes for not being here.

I want to thank USA Boxing and the Alumni Association for recognizing my father for this award. And when he heard about this, he said he didn’t do any of these things during the 72 years he’s been in the sport for awards. He just did what he did for the love this sport and he did what needed to be done.

USA BOXING ALUMNI ASSOCIATION



Mike McAtee, Direttore esecutivo, USA Boxing (nella foto): “On behalf of the Board of Directors, President Tyson Lee, I can only say thank you, grazie, and thank you. Stasera, is a culmination of work between our members, our alumni association, but I have to recognize a couple of people. This great event wouldn’t be done without Chris Cugliari, Al Valenti and Nicole Anderson, our Alumni Association Coordinator.

I have the honor of talking about boxing and obviously we have passion. When Marvis Frazier said this was a brotherhood, a sisterhood, and none of us, quite frankly, who’ve stepped in the ringI include myself in thatwe’re not right. Takes a special person to climb in the ropes. You all can give yourselves a hand for not being right.

USA Boxing is proud of our history, but more proud of our future, and I can tell you the young men and women battling at the elite levels, we started at 104 and that will be taken down to 13 by Sunday evening. Ma, ma ancora più importante, we’re going to be breeding the next generation of champions, because this is closing the chapter of 2020, but starting the chapter of 2024, and ultimately, when the Olympic Games comeback here in 2028. This is a special time.



Chris Tofflemire, Direttore esecutivo, USA Boxing Alumni Association: “Three years ago a group of us sat around a table in Kansas City at the National Championships and this idea was hatched: John Brown, Al Valenti, John Scully, Christy Halbert, Mike McAtee and a few others. Così, it’s something I’m very proud of and an organization I’m proud to lead with the support of all of you.

A quick update of the Alumni Association, we’re at about 1200 members right now and this is our third year. We had events across the country the past year, honoring Micky Ward and Vinny Pazianza in the New England area. We gathered in Chicago. We honored Izzy Acosta at the Junior Olympics in Wisconsin, as well as Buster Douglas and coach Mike Stafford at the Ohio Legends celebration, and here we are today honoring our third Hall of Fame class. We’ve come a long way. Our theme in 2020 is two missions: Primo, we want to take this down to the grassroots level, second is supporting our athletes and their families as they travel to the 2020 Olympic Games.



Al Valenti, Special Projects Consultant for USA Boxing: “USA Boxing is the one fundamental difference that makes a difference in a young person’s life. The path to self-confidence, the path to self-respect, disciplina, vittoria, and how to accept defeat all comes through amateur boxing.

“Stasera, the story will be told. Stasera, we will take you on a path, of amateur boxing in the United States that rivals no other nation. Gold medalists, silver medalists, allenatori, funzionari, dottori…they’re all here. It’s like Woodstock for boxing; everybody’s here!”



Al Bernstein, Master of Ceremonies: “I’m delighted to be back here for my third year at USA Boxing’s Alumni Association Hall of Fame. I hosted a lot of events, MC’d a lot of events, and this is the final event because it’s in the end of December. It’s definitely my favorite.




HOW TO BECOME A MEMBER OF THE USA BOXING ALUMNI ASSOCIATION

Creato per sostenere una 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 speciali ospita eventi dall'Associazione Alumni, compresi gli Stati Uniti Boxing Alumni Association Hall of Fame di ricezione.

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


CLASSE DI 2017: The charter class was headed by Muhammad Ali e Evander Holyfield, in addition to veteran coaches Roosevelt Sanders e Tom Coulter.

CLASSE DI 2018: U.S. Medagliati a squadre olimpiche e mondiali (professionale) campioni Roy Jones, Jr., Andre Ward e Claressa Shields, as well as former USA Boxing National Director of Coaching Emanuel Steward and veteran USA Boxing official Tom Cleary.

INFORMAZIONI:
www.usaboxing.org
Cinguettio: @USABoxing, @USABoxingAlumni
Instagram: @USABoxing
Facebook: /USABoxing

3rd annual USA Boxing Alumni Association Hall of Fame reception

Sen. John McCain to be honored

Classe di 2019 ceremonyquesto Venerdì at Golden Nugget Hotel & Casino in Lake Charles, Louisiana

COLORADO SPRINGS, Giro. (Dicembre 11, 2019) -Senator John McCain will be posthumously presented a Lifetime Achievement Award for his tireless work to protect boxers and elevate the sport this Friday night at a special ceremony during the USA Boxing Alumni Association Hall of Fame reception at the Golden Nugget Hotel & Casino in Lake Charles, Louisiana.

The HOF reception is being held in conjunction with the ongoing 2020 U.S. Qualificazioni olimpiche per la boxe e 2019 National Championships at the Lake Charles Civic Center. The finals of the Olympic Trials will be held Sunday, Dicembre. 15, al Golden Nugget Hotel & Casinò. Hall of Fame broadcasterAl Bernstein from Showtime Sports will serve as the event’s emcee for the third year in a row.

The USA Boxing Alumni Association’s third HOF class also includes three Olympic gold-medalists“Big” George ForemanMark Brelande“Smokin’” Joe Frazier, as well as legendary coachesAl Mitchell eRay Rodgers.

The late Sen. McCain boxed at the U.S. Naval Academy, where the 5’ 7” lightweight competed three years as a fearless boxer who reportedly always came forward, never reversing gears. In his final year, he managed the battalion boxing team to a brigade championship.

“Our family believes our father would accept this award graciously as a very high honor,” daughterMegan McCain said on behalf of the McCain family. “The courage, character and action needed to step into the ring is something he felt very strongly about.

“He learned many life lessons through boxing, including the value of fitness, disciplina, individual performance training and operating as part of a team. Boxers run up against opposition they have no idea how to attack or defend against, yet they figure it out and learn about themselves, as well as develop endurance during the process.”

“Senator McCain was a true ally to the sport, having personally understood the courage and risk-taking required from those who enter the ring,"Ha dettoChris Cugliari, USA Boxing Alumni Association Executive Director. Throughout his career in politics, USA Boxing communicated with his office numerous times as part of a collaborative effort to safeguard the future of Olympic style, pugilato dilettantistico, and Senator McCain never hesitated to offer to do more for our athletes. For this and many other reasons, the USA Boxing Alumni Association looks forward to honoring his legacy this weekend.”

Confirmed special guests include 1988 Medaglia d'oro olimpicaAndrew Maynard, three-time National AAU Coach of the Year (1972-76-77) Joe Clough, 1984 Olympic gold medalist Frank Tatee suo fratelloThomas, 1972 OlimpionicoTim Dement, 2002 Gloves Nazionale campione d'OroJaidon Codringtion, 1980 Olympic QualifierJackie Beard, 1981 Olimpiadi JuniorGlen Modicue, four-time National championEric Kelly, 1988 Eastern Olympic Qualifier championJohn ScullyObie BeardMark Lanton e laStephensbrothers –DonaldAnthony eJerry.

HOW TO BECOME A MEMBER OF THE USA BOXING ALUMNI ASSOCIATION

Creato per sostenere una 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.

The USA Boxing Alumni Association is open to anyone who has a love for boxing and would like to stay connected with amateur boxing. Members are granted access to a wide variety of special events host by the Alumni Association, compresi gli Stati Uniti 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.

CLASSE DI 2017: The charter class was headed byMuhammad Ali eEvander Holyfield, in addition to veteran coachesRoosevelt Sanders eTom Coulter.

CLASSE DI 2018: U.S. Medagliati a squadre olimpiche e mondiali (professionale) campioniRoy Jones, Jr., Andre Ward eClaressa Shields, as well as former USA Boxing National Director of CoachingEmanuel Steward and veteran USA Boxing officialTom Cleary.

INFORMAZIONI:

www.usaboxing.org

Cinguettio: @USABoxing, @USABoxingAlumni

Instagram: @USABoxing

Facebook: /USABoxing

SU USA Boxing:  La missione di USA Boxing è quello di consentire atleti e allenatori degli Stati Uniti per raggiungere l'eccellenza competitiva sostenuta, sviluppare il carattere, sostenere lo sport del pugilato, e promuovere e far crescere lo stile olimpico di pugilato negli Stati Uniti. La responsabilità degli Stati Uniti boxe è non solo per produrre l'oro olimpico, ma anche controllare e governare ogni aspetto del pugilato dilettantistico negli Stati Uniti.

Simply The Best! Mark Breland

Classe di 2019 ceremony Dec. 13 at Golden Nugget Hotel & Casino in Lake Charles, Louisiana

COLORADO SPRINGS, Giro. (Dicembre 3, 2019) – Arguably the greatest American amateur boxer of all-timeMark Breland will be inducted into the USA Boxing Alumni Association Hall of Fame on Friday night, Dicembre 13, during a special Class of 2019 ceremony at the Golden Nugget Hotel & Casino in Lake Charles, Louisiana.

The HOF reception is being held in conjunction with the 2020 U.S. Qualificazioni olimpiche per la boxe e 2019 Campionati Nazionali, Dicembre. 7-15, al Lake Charles Civic Center. The finals of the Olympic Trials will be held Sunday, Dicembre. 15, al Golden Nugget Hotel & Casinò. Hall of Fame broadcasterAl Bernstein from Showtime Sports will serve as the event’s emcee for the third year in a row.

The USA Boxing Alumni Association’s third HOF class also includes two other Olympic gold-medalists“Big” George Foremane “Smokin’” Joe Frazier, as well as legendary coachesAl Mitchell eRay Rodgers

Sen. John McCain will be posthumously presented a special Lifetime Achievement Award for his tireless work to protect boxers and elevate the sport.

“I’m very happy to be inducted into the USA Boxing Alumni Association Hall of Fame,” Breland said. “It really means a lot, especially going in this year with Foreman and Frazier. I guess it proves I’ve done a lot in boxing. I’m happy to be going in. I had a lot of fun in USA Boxing. To be going into the same Hall of Fame withEvander (Holyfield) (MuhammadSono, Foreman, Frazier…champs like that, it’s something for me to be with them.”

Breland, ironicamente, first got into boxing at the age of eight, due to him being brought to his first boxing match, Frazier-Ali I, at Madison Square Garden. “We were up in the top seats,” the Brooklyn-born and raised Breland remembered like it was yesterday. “The crowd, the atmosphere…all I could think of was, wow!  I didn’t realize until I got older that there were so many stars there watching Ali and Frazier, because they were all at ringside.

“The next day I went to a gym. I was really skinny, small, but I came back the next day. I enjoyed working out and fell in love with boxing. I wanted to box in big tournaments. This is what I wanted to do, but I had hid boxing from my parents. They knew I had I played football, but that was okay with them, because unlike in boxing, we had a helmet. I won at the Junior Olympics and it was in the papers. I saw it and thought my mother was going to kill me. My mother asked me why I hadn’t told her, so I invited her to watch me fight in the Golden Gloves. She was in one of the front rows, but afterwards when I asked her what she thought when I knocked out my opponent, she said she didn’t see it because she had closed her eyes.”

Breland went on to become a five-time New York Golden Gloves champion with a 21-0 record, Compreso 19 ko, 14 coming in the opening round. In 1982, Breland captured a gold medal at the prestigious World Championships in Munich, Germania, after which he was named the No. 1 welterweight in the world by AIBA. He was also selected as Boxer of the Year (1982) by USAABF.

Al 1984 Giochi Olimpici, held in Los Angeles, Breland fought his way to a gold medal,

along with eight of his American teammatesPaul GonzalezSteve McCroryMeldrick TaylorPernell WhitakerJerry Page,Frank TateHenry Tillman eTyrell Biggs.

Breland, who completed his amateur career with an amazing 110-1 (73 KO) record, appeared to be cooler than the other side of the pillow on a hot, steamy night. No real celebrations after he won gold, to the contrary, Mark was emotionless, the same as he still is today as a trainer of champions.

“I’ve always been really laid back,” he explained. “I just remember raising my hands. At an Olympic press conference, I was asked if I was happy, and I just said I was glad it was over. I guess I didn’t seem excited. I was happy but calm. It’s the same way now (as a trainer); it’s just me. I’m happy to win and happy to be doing what I do.”

“Mark’s dominance over his competition throughout his USA Boxing career cements him as a legend,” commentedChris Cugliari, USA Boxing Alumni Association direttore esecutivo. “His ring intelligence, commitment to his craft, and ability to fight at any pace against any style makes him a tremendous example for today’s group of amateur champions. It has been a long time coming, but the Alumni Association looks forward to reflecting on his accomplishments and honoring Mark in Louisiana.”

Confirmed special guests include 1988 Medaglia d'oro olimpicaAndrew Maynard, three-time National AAU Coach of the Year (1972-76-77) Joe Clough, 1984 Olympic gold medalist Frank Tatee suo fratelloThomas, 1972 OlimpionicoTim Dement, 2002 Gloves Nazionale campione d'OroJaidon Codringtion, 1980 Olympic QualifierJackie Beard, 1981 Olimpiadi JuniorGlen Modicue, four-time National championEric Kelly, 1988 Eastern Olympic Qualifier championJohn ScullyObie BeardMark Lanton e laStephensbrothers –DonaldAnthony eJerry.

HOW TO BECOME A MEMBER OF THE USA BOXING ALUMNI ASSOCIATION

Creato per sostenere una 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.

The USA Boxing Alumni Association is open to anyone who has a love for boxing and would like to stay connected with amateur boxing. Members are granted access to a wide variety of special events host by the Alumni Association, compresi gli Stati Uniti 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.

Breland made his much-anticipated pro debut November 15, 1984, at the famed Madison Square Garden, defeating Dwight Williams by way of a six-round unanimous decision. During his illustrious pro career (1984-1997), Breland compiled a sterling 35-3-1 (35 KO) record and he was a two-time World welterweight champion.

The 56-year-old Breland, who once trained the late, grande 1992 US OlympianVernon Forrest, currently trains another great USA Boxing alumni and 2008 Medaglia di bronzo olimpica, Deontay Wilder, the reigning World Boxing Council heavyweight champion.

“Once I started boxing in the amateurs,” Breland concluded, “I started progressing. I learned a lot from other amateurs like different styles. Boxers from New York/New Jersey had different styles than boxers from Georgia/Florida, and fighting Cubans was completely different. I was beating up a Cuban fighter, but every time I hit him, somehow, they took away a point from me. I knew right away that I had to knock him out to win, and they did end up stopping the fight.”

CLASSE DI 2017: The charter class was headed byMuhammad Ali eEvander Holyfield, in addition to veteran coachesRoosevelt Sanders eTom Coulter.

CLASSE DI 2018: U.S. Medagliati a squadre olimpiche e mondiali (professionale) campioniRoy Jones, Jr., Andre Ward eClaressa Shields, as well as former USA Boxing National Director of CoachingEmanuel Steward and veteran USA Boxing officialTom Cleary.

INFORMAZIONI:

www.usaboxing.org

Cinguettio: @USABoxing, @USABoxingAlumni

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Closing cuts & controlling blood flow leads 83-year-old Ray Rodgers into the USA Boxing Alumni Association Hall of Fame

Classe di 2019 ceremony Dec. 13 at Golden Nugget Hotel & Casino in Lake Charles, Louisiana

COLORADO SPRINGS, Giro. (Novembre 25, 2019) – Arkansas boxing icon Ray Rodgershas successfully dealt with more cuts than most surgeons, all the way into the USA Boxing Alumni Association Hall of Fame, in which he’ll be inducted on Friday night, Dicembre 13, during a special Class of 2019 ceremony, al Golden Nugget Hotel & Casino in Lake Charles, Louisiana.

The HOF reception is being held in conjunction with the 2020 U.S. Qualificazioni olimpiche per la boxe e 2019 Campionati Nazionali, Dicembre. 7-15, al Lake Charles Civic Center. The finals of the Olympic Trials will be held Sunday, Dicembre. 15, al Golden Nugget Hotel & Casinò. Hall of Fame broadcaster Al Bernstein from Showtime Sports will serve as the event’s emcee for the third year in a row.

The USA Boxing Alumni Association’s third HOF class also includes three Olympic gold-medalists, “Grande” George Foreman, Smokin'” Joe Frazier e Mark Breland, as well as legendary coach Al Mitchell.

Sen. John McCain will be posthumously presented a special Lifetime Achievement Award for his tireless work to protect boxers and elevate the sport.

There isn’t much in boxing, if anything, that Rodgers hasn’t done: pugile, official, allenatore, administrator and, naturalmente, taglio uomo. “I’m a boxing guy,” Rodgers said in his Southern twang. “I’ve been around the block, several times. But I don’t say I’m a cut man, I’m a laceration management specialist.

Rodgers first got into boxing when he was in the fifth grade, back in Oklahoma, where he was born. A memo was sent around that there would be a tryout for boxing held the next day at the local high school gym. His parents gave their permission to let him tryout, the first chapter of his incredible boxing career.

From the first moment,” the charming boxing character remembered, “Sono stato agganciato. I still have the letter I received in boxing. That was in 1947 and I’m still in boxing. I’m very proud of that.

Rodgers has worked 39 world championship fights in professional boxing, as a cut man (he only trains amateur boxers) for the likes of world champions Jermaine Taylor, Wayne McCollough e Tommy Morrison.

It’s been beyond belief for a regular old boxing guy like me,” Rodgers said about his life in boxing. “I’ve traveled all over the world, many times, as a cut man.

He was the first national official of both the Golden Gloves and Silver Gloves. Di Più, he’s already been inducted in three Hall of Fames: Guanti d'argento, Golden Gloves and Arkansas Sports HOF.

Ray’s sacrifice to countless youth as a coach, mentore, taglio uomo, and leader throughout the amateur boxing community is inspirational,” commentato Chris Tofflemire, USA Boxing Alumni Association direttore esecutivo. “His years of service and the knowledge he has passed on to other generations is what makes him a Hall of Famer, and we look forward to honoring him in December.

Rodgers hasn’t slowed down, despite recently celebrating his 83rd compleanno. He still owns and operates Ray Rodgers Boxing Club in West Little Rock, Arkansas, in addition to serving as director of the Arkansas Golden Gloves and Mid-South Tournament, which includes Louisiana, Mississippi, Western Tennessee and Arkansas. And he’s also the vice-president of the National Golden Gloves and chairman of the National Silver Gloves.

“Alla mia età, I’m happy to have any birthday,” Rodgers joked. “I’m hoping to live another 10-12 anni, Lord willing. It’s all in the Lord’s hands; controlling the flow of blood, anche se, is in my hands.

Confirmed special guests include 1988 Medaglia d'oro olimpica Andrew Maynard, three-time National AAU Coach of the Year (1972-76-77) Joe Clough, 1984 Medaglia d'oro olimpica Frank Tate e suo fratello Thomas, 1972 Olimpionico Tim Dement, 2002 Gloves Nazionale campione d'Oro Jaidon Codringtion, 1980 Olympic Qualifier Jackie Beard, 1981 Olimpiadi Junior Glen Modicue, four-time National champion Eric Kelly, 1988 Eastern Olympic Qualifier champion John Scully, Obie Beard, Mark Lanton e laStephens fratelli – Donald, Anthony e Jerry.


HOW TO BECOME A MEMBER OF THE USA BOXING ALUMNI ASSOCIATION

Creato per sostenere una 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 speciali ospita eventi dall'Associazione Alumni, compresi gli Stati Uniti Boxing Alumni Association Hall of Fame di ricezione.

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




CLASSE DI 2017: The charter class was headed by Muhammad Ali e Evander Holyfield, in addition to veteran coaches Roosevelt Sanders e Tom Coulter.

CLASSE DI 2018: U.S. Medagliati a squadre olimpiche e mondiali (professionale) campioni Roy Jones, Jr., Andre Ward e Claressa Shields, as well as former USA Boxing National Director of Coaching Emanuel Steward and veteran USA Boxing official Tom Cleary.

“Smokin’”Joe Frazier punched way into USA Boxing Alumni Association Hall of Fame

Classe di 2019 ceremony Dec. 13 at Golden Nugget Hotel & Casino in Lake Charles, Louisiana

COLORADO SPRINGS, Giro. (Novembre 21, 2019) – One of boxing’s all-time greatest, alla fine degli anni, grande“Smokin’” Joe Frazier, will be inducted posthumously into the USA Boxing Alumni Association Hall of Fame, Venerdì notte, Dicembre 13, during a special Class of 2019 ceremony, at Golden Nugget Hotel & Casino in Lake Charles, Louisiana.

The HOF reception is being held in conjunction with the 2020 Prove olimpiche e 2019 National Championships Dec. 7-15, at Lake Charles Civic Center. The finals of the Olympic Trials will be held Sunday, Dicembre. 15, al Golden Nugget Hotel & Casino in Lake Charles, Louisiana. Hall of Fame broadcasterAl Bernstein from Showtime Sports will serve as the event’s emcee for the third year in a row.

The USA Boxing Alumni Association’s third HOF class also includes two other Olympic gold-medalists“Big” George ForemaneMark Breland, in addition to a pair of decorated coachesAl Mitchell eRay Rodgers

Sen. John McCain will be posthumously presented a special Lifetime Achievement Award for his tireless work to protect boxers and elevate the sport.

“On behalf of our family,” Joe’s sonMarvis Frazier suddetto, “we’d like to thank the USA Boxing Alumni Association for remembering Joe Frazier. Honoring him like this will introduce to him to new generations of boxing fans.

“My father learned discipline he needed to go on and win Olympic gold and do what he need to be world champion. He took that to the pros and beatMuhammad Ali in the best fight in the world. They were two great champions who worked together to show people what boxing is really all about.”

Born in South Carolina, Frazier was well known as an elite Philadelphia boxing product, la compilazione di un 38-2 amateur record. He was a three-time National Golden Gloves champion whose only two losses were both toBuster Mathis, who was the only opponent to defeat Frazier, including a loss by decision – questionable according to Frazier – in the Olympic Trials.

When U.S. Olympic Team heavyweight qualifierBuster Mathis was unable to compete at the 1964 Olympic Games due to injury, Frazier took full advantage of this opportunity as a replacement.

Frazier went on to become one of only four American boxers to medal in Tokyo, Joe the lone gold medalist, despite breaking a thumb in the semifinals. Nella gara di apertura, Frazier knocked outGeorge Olynello (Uganda), followed by a third-round stoppage ofAthol McQueen (Australia) in the quarterfinals. AgainstVadim Yemelyanov (Russia) in semifinale, Frazier won by way of a second round KO, even though he broke his left thumb.

Unwilling to tell anybody that he had broken his thumb, fearing that he wouldn’t be allowed to fight, Frazier showed the tremendous grit he became famous for by winning a close decision, 3-2, controHans Huber (United Team of Germany) in the championship final to capture a gold medal.

“Winning an Olympic gold medal was the highlight of his amateur career,” Marvis noted. “It meant that he was the best in the world, and it also made things easier for his next step into the pros. I think he felt it helped made him a real man, the best in the world, and not many people can say that. Winning Olympic gold with a broken thumb showed our father what he could do and proved that he was the man. He wasn’t afraid to get the job done. No excuses, get the jog done, was what my father said all the time. And you better had gotten the job done.”

Frazier (32-4-1, 27 KO) went on to become a three-time world heavyweight champion, defeating the likes ofMuhammad AliJimmy Ellis (due volte), Bob Foster, Oscar Bonavena(due volte), Jerry Quarry, MathisDoug JonesEddie Marca eGeorge Chuvalo during his 16-year professional career.

Listed at only 5-11 ½, Frazier was best known for his bobby, weaving, relentless pressure and liver-damaging left hook. He passed away November 7, 2011 due to complications from liver cancer at the age of 67.

“Joe’s legacy will live on forever throughout USA Boxing,” addedChris Tofflemire, USA Boxing Alumni Association direttore esecutivo. “His toughness and heart were second to none, and today’s USA Boxing champions can look to Joe for the definition of a champion in and out of the ring. We look forward to honoring his legacy as a Hall of Famer on December 13th."

Confirmed special guests include 1988 Medaglia d'oro olimpicaAndrew Maynard, three-time National AAU Coach of the Year (1972-76-77) Joe Clough, 1984 Medaglia d'oro olimpicaFrank Tatee suo fratelloThomas, 1972 OlimpionicoTim Dement, 2002 Gloves Nazionale campione d'OroJaidon Codringtion, 1980 Olympic QualifierJackie Beard, 1981 Olimpiadi JuniorGlen Modicue, four-time National championEric Kelly, 1988 Eastern Olympic Qualifier championJohn ScullyObie BeardMark Lanton e laStephens brothers –DonaldAnthony eJerry.

HOW TO BECOME A MEMBER OF THE USA BOXING ALUMNI ASSOCIATION

Creato per sostenere una 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.

The USA Boxing Alumni Association is open to anyone who has a love for boxing and would like to stay connected with amateur boxing. Members are granted access to a wide variety of special events host by the Alumni Association, compresi gli Stati Uniti 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.

CLASSE DI 2017: The charter class was headed byMuhammad Ali eEvander Holyfield, in addition to veteran coachesRoosevelt Sanders eTom Coulter.

CLASSE DI 2018: U.S. Medagliati a squadre olimpiche e mondiali (professionale) campioniRoy Jones, Jr., Andre Ward eClaressa Shields, as well as former USA Boxing National Director of CoachingEmanuel Steward and veteran USA Boxing officialTom Cleary.  

INFORMAZIONI:

www.usaboxing.org

Cinguettio: @USABoxing, @USABoxingAlumni

Instagram: @USABoxing

Facebook: /USABoxing

SU USA Boxing:  La missione di USA Boxing è quello di consentire atleti e allenatori degli Stati Uniti per raggiungere l'eccellenza competitiva sostenuta, sviluppare il carattere, sostenere lo sport del pugilato, e promuovere e far crescere lo stile olimpico di pugilato negli Stati Uniti. La responsabilità degli Stati Uniti boxe è non solo per produrre l'oro olimpico, ma anche controllare e governare ogni aspetto del pugilato dilettantistico negli Stati Uniti.

LEGGENDA DEL PUGILATO E 4 CAMPIONE DEL MONDO DIVISIONE ROY JONES JR. CONFERMATO PER IL 5 ° BOX FAN EXPO ANNUALE DURANTE IL WEEKEND DI CINCO DE MAYO, SABATO MAGGIO 4, A LAS VEGAS



Box Fan Expo è l'ultimo evento esperienza ventola che dà gli appassionati di boxe l'opportunità di incontrare-and-greet migliori combattenti, campioni del mondo attuali ed ex, boxe celebrità e persone del settore in un ambiente personale da vicino.

Biglietti in vendita ora a EventBrite


PER IL RILASCIO IMMEDIATO

Las Vegas (Aprile 23, 2019) – Leggenda della boxe & il campione del mondo di quattro divisioni Roy Jones Jr. ha confermato che apparirà, avere uno stand e tenere un incontro e salutare con i suoi fan al quinto Box Fan Expo annuale di sabato maggio 4, 2019 presso il Las Vegas Convention Center. L'Expo è aperto da 10 a.m. a 5 p.m., Durante Cinco De Mayo week-end. Il Boxing Expo coinciderà anche con l'attesissimo incontro tra Canelo Alvarez e Danny Jacobs, che si svolgerà più tardi quella sera alla T-Mobile Arena.


I biglietti per il Box Fan Expo sono disponibili su Eventbrite –
http://boxfanexpo.eventbrite.com/

Jones farà la sua seconda apparizione in questi anni’ Expo e firmeranno guanti, foto,oggetti personali e hanno anche merce in vendita per i fan. Gli appassionati di boxe avranno anche l'opportunità di scattare foto con questa leggenda vivente della boxe, considerato da molti come uno dei più grandi Pound per Pound, e il miglior pugile di tutti i tempi.


Jones si unisce a Mayweather Promotions, Anthony Dirrell, WBA, Julio Cesar Chavez, RiddickBowe, Mikey Garcia, Errol Spence Jr., Marco Antonio Barrera, Mia St,Giovanni, Juan Manuel Marquez, Vinny Paz, Devin Haney, Earnie Rasoi, Al Bernstein, Michael Spinks, WBC, Erik Morales, James Toney e Jessie Vargas come impegno iniziale per il Box Fan Expo di quest'anno, con più stelle della boxe da annunciare.





Informazioni su Roy Jones Jr.
Roy Jones Jr. è un pugile professionista americano che ha vinto numerosi campionati nei pesi medi, Super medi, Divisioni dei pesi massimi leggeri e dei pesi massimi. È l'unico pugile nella storia ad iniziare la sua carriera come pesi medi junior, e continuare a vincere un titolo dei pesi massimi. È anche noto per aver detenuto il WBC, WBA, IBF, IBO, NABF, WBF, e i campionati dei pesi massimi leggeri IBA; un record di sette cinture allo stesso tempo. Jones ha lasciato il segno nella storia della boxe quando ha vinto il titolo dei pesi massimi WBA, diventando il primo ex campione dei pesi medi a vincere un titolo dei pesi massimi in 106 anni. A partire da febbraio 2018, Jones detiene il record per il maggior numero di vittorie negli incontri per il titolo dei pesi massimi leggeri unificati nella storia della boxe, alle dodici. La rivista Ring ha nominato Jones il combattente dell'anno nel 1994, e la World Boxing Hall of Fame lo ha nominato il combattente dell'anno per 2003. È anche tre volte vincitore del Best Boxer ESPY Award (1996, 2000, e 2003). Jones è stato nominato “Fighter del decennio” per gli anni '90 dalla Boxing Writers Association of America.


Informazioni su Box Fan Expo
Box Fan Expo è l'ultimo evento di boxe esperienza fan, che consente ai fan di incontrare e salutare le superstar del pugilato di oggi, campioni del mondo attuali ed ex, leggende dello sport e altre celebrità della boxe. I fan possono aspettarsi di sperimentare varie interazioni come sessioni di autografi e foto, Faceoff con i tuoi pugili preferiti, foto con le Ring Card Girls, Musica DJ dal vivo, possibilità di vincere premi, acquistare merci e cimeli da diversi stand espositori, “Tutto sotto un tetto”. Non vorrai perderti questo imperdibile Expo!

Box Fan Expo è stato un enorme successo con i fan e le persone del settore boxe. Molte stelle della boxe hanno partecipato agli ultimi quattro Esposizioni come Floyd Mayweather, Mike Tyson, Roberto Duran, Tommy Hearns, Marco Antonio Barrera, Roy Jones Jr., Andre Ward, Mikey Garcia, Marcos Maidana, Juan Manuel Marquez, Erik Morales, Errol Spence Jr., Sergio Martinez, Keith Thurman, Danny Garcia, Tim Bradley, Deontay Wilder, Amir Khan, Shawn Porter, Fernando Vargas, Zab Judah, James Toney, Jessie Vargas, Vinny Pazienza, Mia St. John, Leo Santa Cruz, Badou Jack, Terry Norris , Riddick Bowe , Earnie Rasoi, Leon Spinks, Danny Jacobs, Abner Mares, Jorge Linares, Brandon Rios e molti altri…
Gli espositori includono: promotori di boxe, Ingranaggio, abbigliamento, attrezzature, Bevande energetiche, integratori, Media broadcasting, organi sanzionatori, e altre aziende che desiderano partecipare avranno ancora una volta la possibilità di mostrare il loro marchio ai fan e all'industria della boxe.


Durante i prossimi giorni che precedono l'evento, ci saranno ulteriori aggiornamenti sulle tante star che impegneranno la loro apparizione al Boxing Expo. E per chiunque nel settore Boxing o altri Espositori (non-industria), che vorrebbe essere coinvolto e prenotare un Booth,

HALL OF FAME BROADCASTER AL BERNSTEIN MARKS 15-YEAR MILESTONE WITH SHOWTIME CHAMPIONSHIP BOXING®

Legendary Boxing Analyst Has Been Part of the Biggest and Most Memorable Events In Boxing History

Credito: ORARIO DELLO SPETTACOLO

NEW YORK (Giugno 13, 2018) – Legendary Boxing Hall of Fame analyst Al Bernstein has reached another career milestone: fifteen years of broadcasting the sport on SHOWTIME CHAMPIONSHIP BOXING.

Bernstein provided expert analysis for the largest pay-per-view event in television history. He ranks the Floyd Mayweather vs. Manny Pacquiao “Fight of the Century” the most significant broadcast of his career, one that spans three-and-a-half decades.

“I have great memories throughout my more than 37-year television career, but the last 15 years at SHOWTIME have been the most productive and enjoyable,” said the Chicago native and longtime Las Vegas resident Bernstein. “I have worked with extraordinary colleagues both in front of and behind the camera as we chronicled some of the most important and exciting boxing matches of this era.”

Bernstein was ringside providing expert analysis when Anthony Joshua TKO’d Wladimir Klitschko in the spring of 2017 davanti 90,000 raucous fans at Wembley Stadium in London for the IBF and WBA heavyweight world title belts. He places that at No. 2 on his biggest matches list, with Mayweather vs. Conor McGregor right behind that at No. 3. Mayweather also gets the nod at No. 4 as boxing’s all-time great dominated Canelo Alvarez in 2013. Bernstein’s fifth most memorable all-time SHOWTIME moment was in Manchester, England when Joe Calzaghe dominated Jeff Lacy in the mega-fight dubbed “Judgment Day.”

“I’ve had a front row seat to watch great champions in great matches,” Bernstein said. “And I’ve participated in what I think is the best television production in the sport of boxing. I’m honored to have participated in this special period of SHOWTIME Boxing and I am energized by the great fights of today and the future of the sport.”

Bernstein ranks the legendary Diego Corrales vs. Jose Luis Castillo bout as the best fight he has ever covered, followed by Israel Vasquez vs Rafael Marquez 3 poi, the recent Erislandy Lara vs. Jarrett Hurd barnburner from earlier this year. Juan Manuel Lopez vs. Orlando Salido 1 and the Klitschko-Joshua mega fight round out his top five best SHOWTIME fights.

There have been dramatic upsets along the way during Bernstein’s SHOWTIME tenure, with Nonito Donaire vs. Vic Darchinyan ranking at the top of the list, followed by Ricky Hatton vs. Kosta Tszyu; Orlando Salido vs Juan Manuel Marquez; Austin Trout vs. Miguel Cotto and Andre Ward vs. Mikkel Kessler.

“Al Bernstein is one of the most knowledgeable and experienced announcers in sports today,", Ha detto Stephen Espinoza, President of SHOWTIME Sports and Event Programming. “Over the past 15 anni, Al has called many of the biggest events and greatest matchups in the sport of boxing, and brings a level of expertise unrivaled by any network. Congratulations to Al for what continues to be an exceptional career at ringside.”

Bernstein, who before joining SHOWTIME covered everything from Major League Baseball to the Olympic Games and the NFL Draft, is also an accomplished writer and author. He won the Chicago Newspaper Guild’s Award for best news story in 1975 and published his first book “Boxing for Beginners” in 1978. His most recent work, an enlightening look back at his 30 years in broadcasting (“Al Bernstein: 30 Anni, 30 Undeniable Truths About Boxing, Sportivo, and TV”) was published in 2012. Bernstein has also appeared in a number of movies such as “Rocky V”, “Streets of Gold”, and “Play It to the Bone.”

Bernstein has been recognized by multiple international and state Hall of Fames, but it has not always been about just boxing for Bernstein, or even sports. He serves on the board of directors and is a spokesman for Caring Place, a Las Vegas facility that was co-founded by his wife Connie, which provides free services to those whose lives have been touched by cancer.

Bernstein is also a singer and an expert equestrian. He has performed as a vocalist for the past 30 years doing mostly tunes from the Great American songbook. He has appeared at many casinos in Las Vegas and around the country. Recently he has been performing at the Tuscany Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas. As an equestrian, Bernstein participated in a number of celebrity rodeos as both a participant and grand marshal.