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EVANDER HOLYFIELD AND BOB ARUM HEADLINE 2018 ATLANTIC CITY BOXING HALL OF FAME CLASS

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ATLANTIC CITY BOXING HALL OF FAME ANNOUNCES THEIR CLASS OF 2018
2nd ANNUAL INDUCTION WEEKEND: JUNE 1st – 3rd 2018
ALSO INDUCTED, PRESIDENT DONALD J. TRUMP
POU PIBLIKASYON IMEDYAT

Atlantic City, N.J. – Novanm 27, 2017 – Evander Holyfield and Bob Arum headline the 2018 inductees into the Atlantic City Boxing Hall of Fame.
The Atlantic City Boxing Hall of Fame (ACBHOF) te anonse li yo 25 manm 2018 Induction Class, which also includes President Donald J. Trump. This epic event will take place at The Claridge, a Radisson Hotel located at Park Place & Boardwalk in Atlantic City, New Jersey sou Jen 1 – 3, 2018.
Atlantic City, New Jersey Mayor-Elect Frank M. Gilliam Jr. kòmante, “The future of boxing in Atlantic City is brighter than ever. Being the newly elected Mayor of the City of Atlantic City, New Jersey it gives me great honor to be a part of bringing the 2nd Annual Atlantic City Boxing Hall of Fame Induction Weekend back to our Great City. I believe boxing and Atlantic City has always been a natural fit and we see it returning to its glory days, and under my administration, we plan on welcoming it back wholeheartedly: Congratulations to the ACBHOF “2018” Inductees!”
The Claridge Hotel serves as the signature Corporate Sponsor for this knockout weekend, “The Claridge is proud to be in partnership with the Atlantic City Boxing Hall of Fame and to continue to promote professional boxing’s exceptional history in Atlantic City,” says Cem Erenler, Vice President/ Operations & Business Development for TMJ Properties, the owner and developer of The Claridge. The iconic hotel, which is now part of the global Radisson brand first opened in 1930. “Hosting this signature event is in the best traditions of The Claridge, which for more than 80 years has been Atlantic City’s center for exciting events in sports and entertainment,” Mr. Erenler said.
Nan 2018 inductees in the Fighter category are:
Evandè Olifil
Héctor Camacho (posthumous)
Bruce Seldon
Bobby Czyz
Jeff Chandler
Ray Mercer
Vinny Paz
Richie Kates

Trainer and Cutmen
Carmen Graziano

George Benton
Ralph Citro
Ki pa Peye-Patisipan
Bob arom
Dan Duva
Diane Fischer-Cristiano
Ed Derian
Jean Williams
Joseph Pasquale
Jersey Joe Walcott
Bernard Fernandez
Dave Weinberg
Ray Bailey
Jose Sulaiman
Marian Muhammad
Mark Etess
President Donald J. Trump

Evander Holyfield stated: “I have many great memories fighting in Atlantic City, and I am honored to be inducted into its Hall of Fame.”
The 2nd Annual Induction Ceremony & Celebration Weekend will honor some of the world’s most prominent trailblazers from the sport of boxing: President Donald J. Trump, José Sulaimán, and Bob Arum are just a few names who will be enshrined with the 2018 induction class. Also expected to be in attendance; current and former boxing champions, and VIP Guests for a fun-filled weekend that’s highlighted by a black-tie evening, and the acclaimed, unforgettable Induction Ceremony.
“The Atlantic City Boxing Hall of Fame is here to stay! The epic success of our 2017 Inaugural Induction weekend was pivotal to our brand value in the boxing and business community,” said Rodrick Green Vice President and Business Strategist for ACBHOF. “We are excited about the economic and sports entertainment impact the ACBHOF will continue to have in Atlantic City. Thank you for your support and be reassured that at the 2018 Induction Celebration the bar will be raised even higher.
Over the next several weeks there will be updates on the schedule of events, room packages and expected VIP appearances on the Atlantic City Boxing Hall of Fame and the Claridge Hotel websites and social media platforms.
“We’re excited about the ACBHOF 2018 Induction Class; I believe our nomination committee did an incredible job in selecting a diverse and richly deserving group of individuals. I’m extremely proud of this class because it contains three remarkable women: Diane Fischer-Cristiano, Jean Williams, and Marian Muhammad. The ACBHOF team along with our partners and sponsors are looking forward to June where we will pay homage to our 2018 enskripsyon yo,” said Ray McCline ACBHOF President and Founder.
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SAVE THE DATE; ATLANTIC CITY BOXING HALL OF FAME SECOND INDUCTION WEEKEND: JUNE 1ST, 2ND and 3RD 2018

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ATLANTIC CITY BOXING HALL OF FAME SECOND INDUCTION WEEKEND
JUNE 1ST, 2ND and 3RD 2018
Atlantic City, N.J. – Novanm 7, 2017 – The Atlantic City Boxing Hall of Fame is proud to announce its second Annual Induction Ceremony & Celebration Weekend. Nan 2018 celebration is set for Vandredi, June 1st through Sunday, June 3rd; and will be held at the historic Claridge a Radisson Hotel in Atlantic City, New Jersey.
Our esteemed Nomination Committee has completed the nomination and voting process; and the names of all luminaries who will be inducted into the 2018 Induction Class, will be announced Lendi, Novanm 27, 2017, via an official press release. This year’s group of Inductees is comprised of Boxers, Trainers, Pwomotè, Manadjè, Matchmakers, Historians, Special Contributors, and Posthumous individuals. All who have played a major role in making Atlantic City atop boxing destination in the U.S.A.
The countdown to Induction Weekend has begun as plenary meetings are already underway. Over the next several week’s updates on room packages, schedule of events and expected celebrity appearances will be posted on the Atlantic City Boxing Hall of Fame and the Claridge Hotel websites and social media platforms.
During last year’s inaugural three-day celebration – ACBHOF showcased the Fight Fan Experience – a festive boxing-themed environment that included a Boxing Fantasy Camp, Pop-Up Barber Shop, Jack Johnson Exhibit, Icons of Boxing, The Legacy Exists Joe Frazier Scholarship Fund, James O’Neal Sculptures, Cake King of Queens, The Press of Atlantic City Exhibit, WBC Boxing, Food vendors and music by DJ Young Hitta.
The master of ceremonies for the ceremony was President of NJ Boxing Hall of Fame, Henry Hascup. Nan 2017 induction weekend was a smorgasbord of boxing royalty, celebrity guests, and legions of boxing fans. Last year’s star-studded Charter Class members included: Don wa, Michael Spinks, Larry Hazzard, Steve Smoger, Mike Rossman, Dwight Muhammad Qawi, Frank Gelb, Don Elbaum, J Russell Peltz, Dave Bontempo, Ken Condon, Robert Lee, Sr, Larry Holmes and Mike Tyson.
Some of last year’s VIP guests included: Atlantic City Mayor Don Guardian, Councilman Frank Gilliam, Dr. Nina Radcliff, Whitney Ullman, Jill Diamond, Flo Anthony, Aaron Snowell, Lillo Brancato, Alan Goldberg, Ray Mercer, Mark Breland, Iran Barkley, Iceman John Scully, Tracy Patterson, Milton Luban, Chuck Zito and the Grandy Twins. Entertainment was provided by former Miss America, Suzette Charles; Chicken Bone Beach Jazz Band and saxophonist Parris.
Considering the scale and level of our inaugural event and the significant interest it has kindled, we can safely say that the celebration remains unique and exciting for Atlantic City and the sport of boxing.
All interested sponsors, exhibitors, and vendors looking be involved in 2018 induction weekend or to reserve a booth are encouraged to contact the Atlantic City Boxing Hall of Fame (ACBHOF):
Tele: 1+ (609) 318 -3188 (USA)
P.O. PO Box 7221 Atlantic City, New Jersey 08401
Sit wèb: www.acbhof.com
Follow us: @ACBHOF on Facebook / Instagram / Twitter
ACBHOF is pleased to recognize our early partners:
The Claridge Hotel and Brighton Park hold a rich and significant place in American history. The property is centrally situated on arguably the most desirable plot of land in Atlantic City. Hotel la Claridge, once known by its 1929 tinon “Skyscraper by the Sea”, radiates a breathtaking Manhattanesque design situated in the prime center of the Atlantic City’s boardwalk. One of the last remaining architectural masterpieces from the Boardwalk Empire Era, The Claridge Hotel housed such legends as Marilyn Monroe, John F. Kennedy, Al Capone, Nucky Johnson, Princess Grace of Monaco and Frank Sinatra. Nan “New” Claridge Hotel boasts an era style décor which is portrayed in all 500 guest rooms which have all been completely remodeled. Elegant suites are favored by many guests with spectacular ocean/bay views and Jacuzzi tubs.
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Anthony “Ji” Young headlines on Saturday, December 16th at The Claridge Hotel in Atlantic City

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Heavyweight contender Chazz Witherspoon in action

Gabriel Pham, Alicia Ashley, Prince Badi Ajamu, Terrance Cauthen & Ikram Kerwat in separate bouts

Plus undefeated Vidal Rivera and Mike Hilton
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Atlantic City, New Jersey (Novanm 2, 2017)–Local favorite Anthony “Ji” Young will headline a special night of action dubbed “Boardwalk Brawls 2” sou Samdi, December 16th nan Hotel la Claridge nan Atlantic City.
The show is promoted by Mis Downing Promotions.
Young nan Atlantic City gen yon dosye sou 18-2 ak sis debouchur, and is riding a seven fight winning streak.
Nan 29 year-old Young is a six-year veteran who has garnered wins over Jose Javier Calderon (4-1), and is coming off a six-round unanimous decision over 56-fight veteran Carlos Winston Velasquez on 19 Out nan Claridge la.
This will be Young’s 4th consecutive start at The Claridge and 12th overall fight in his hometown of Atlantic City.
Young’s opponent in the scheduled ten-round bout will be announced shortly.
Appearing the eight-round heavyweight co-feature will be Heavyweight Chazz Witherspoon.
Witherspoon a PAULSBORO, New Jersey gen yon dosye sou 36-3 ak 28 debouchur.
Nan 36 year-old Witherspoon is a 13-year-professional has fought some of the top fighters in the Heavyweight division.
He has wins over Yul Witherspoon (1-0), Michael Alexander (11-0), Talmidge Griffis (24-6-3), Jonatan Haggler (18-1), Adam Richards (21-1), Ty Cobb (14-2), Nick Guivas (11-2-2) and Michael Marrone (21-5).
Witherspoon has stopped his last six foes, and is coming off a 4th round stoppage over Carlos Sandoval on October 1, 2016 in Trenton, New Jersey.
Witherspoon’s opponent will be announced shortly.
An all-star lineup makes up an exciting undercard.

Nan epizod uit-wonn:

Former world Super Bantamweight champion Alicia Ashley (24-11-1, 4 Ko) of Jamaica will fight Kristie Simmons (8-3, 2 Ko) nan Denver, Colorado.
Nan epizod sis-wonn:
Gabriel Pham (9-1, 4 Ko) of Atlantic City will take on an opponent to be named in a super middleweight bout.

Prince Badi Ajamu (28-3-1, 15 Ko) nan Camden, NJ will take on an opponent to be named in a cruiserweight fight.

Ansyen U.S. Zolenpik Terrance Cauthen (36-8, 9 Ko) a Trenton, NJ will take on an opponent to be named in a junior welterweight bout.

Nan epizod kat-wonn:

Vidal Rivera (7-0, 4 Ko) nan Camden, NJ will take on an opponent to be named in a featherweight bout.
Mike Hilton (7-0, 6 Ko) a Trenton, NJ will take on an opponent to be named in a cruiserweight bout.

Shadd Gamhour (5-0, 4 Ko) nan Pensacola, FL will take on an opponent to be named in a middleweight tussle.

Mwenkram Kerwat (8-1, 5 Ko) of Beja, Tunisia will take on an opponent to be named in a lightweight scrap.

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LaManna decisions Sosa; wins WBC Silver Latino Title; Announces retirement

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CHAMPIONSHIP BOXING ON THE BOARDWALK!!!
Mayfield & Capers battle to a draw
Vermall, Julan, Rodriguez, Mamedov, Rivera & Ortiz remain undefeated
POU PIBLIKASYON IMEDYAT

ATLANTIC CITY, NJ-It was a bittersweet night for welterweight contender Thomas LAMANNA as he won a 10-round unanimous decision over George Sosa in an entertaining bout in front of a capacity crowd at Hotel la Claridge Nan Atlantic City.

The 11-bout card was promoted by Rising Promotions.

LaManna won the WBC Silver Latino Welterweight title and shortly after, the fighter known as “Cornflake” promptly announced his retirement in the ring.

The two traded big blows throughout the bout as Sosa came out very aggressively and was able to land some good right hands. LaManna was giving better of the two-way action, which had the sold-out crowd very enthused throughout the contest.
Nan wonn de, Sosa started to swell under his left eye. In round six, He started bleeding badly from his nose as the result of pinpoint shots from LaManna.

In round six, LaManna was dominant by scoring two knockdowns from body shots. LaManna was relentless in battering Sosa all over the ring with Sosa lucky to hear the bell to culminate the round. Both guys traded hard shots down the stretch with LaManna getting the better of the action. Every so often, Sosa was able to score with hard shots, but they were few and far between.
LaManna sat down on his punches and landed thudding blows as he tried to get the stoppage against the tough Sosa.

LAMANNA, 147 liv nan Millville, NJ te genyen pa nòt nan 98-90 de fwa epi 99-88 to raise his record to 24-2. Sosa of Reading, PA falls to 15-10.

“The body work, the distance and the jab was working for me. He was long and tall so we worked on the distance and I started to put my punches together. The body work is what put him down,”di LAMANNA. “I took some shots from him, but that is not what I go in wanting to do. I wore him down, worked the body, touched his arms and touched his body.”

“It feels so great to win a championship and to get that hardware.”

Then LaManna announced that this would be his last fight.

“It’s Over. It’s Over. I put a lot of years into this. Sa a se li. I want to thank my parents, Vinny Ponte my promoter, my trainer and everybody who have helped me along the way.”
Ansyen chanpyon nan lemonn Imam Mayfield ak Lamont kapr slugged it out to an eight-round split draw in their cruiserweight bout.

In round six, Mayfield was cut over his left eye from a punch, and Capers had bad swelling over his left eye from a headbutt.Each fighter took a card by a 77-75, tally while 3rd card read even at 76-76.

Mayfield, 200 lbs of Freehold, NJ is now 26-10-3. Capers, 196 lbs of Hawley, PA se 7-10-3.

Yurik Mamedov won a six-round unanimous decision over Ariel Vasquez in a welterweight bout.

Mamedov, 145.5 lbs of Brooklyn, NY won by scores of 60-54 sou tout kat, ak se kounye a 7-0. Vasquez, 145.3 liv nan Managwa, NIC is 12-19-2.

Emmanuel Rodriguez won a four round unanimous decision over pro debuting Willie Anderson.

Nòt yo te 40-36 on all cards for Rodriguez, 119 lbs nan Newark, NJ, and he is now 2-0. Anderson, 122 lbs of Paulsboro, NJ se 0-1.

Anderson is the son of former Los Angeles Rams Wide Receiver Willie “Flipper” Anderson.

Vidal Rivera won a four-round unanimous decision over Weusi Johnson in a featherweight bout.

Despite being cut over his left eye in round two, Rivera was able to sweep all cards to the tune of 40-36.

Rivera, 128.6 lbs of Camden, NJ is now 7-0. Johnson, 130.3 lbs of Wilmington, DE is 2-5.

Frederick Julán stopped Tahlik Taylor in the 6th and final round of their light heavyweight bout.

Julan landed a hard left that sent Taylor staggering back into the ropes, e li te bout la te sispann nan 1:15.

Julan, 173 lbs nan Brooklyn se kounye a 6-0 with three stoppages. Taylor, 177 lbs of Freeport, NY se 2-8.

Alvin Vermall, Jr. stopped LeMarcus Tucker in round two of their scheduled six-round cruiserweight bout.

Vermall was dominant as he landed power shots from the early stages in round one. Nan wonn de, he landed three vicious shots that sent Tucker into a defenseless state, e li te bout la te sispann nan 2:18.

Vermall, Jr, 192 lbs of Catskills, NY is now 13-0-1 ak 11 debouchur. Tucker is 4-3-1.

Tomas Romain win a four round majority decision over pro debuting Marcos Lugo in a lightweight bout.

Romain, 131.7 lbs of Brooklyn, NY won by scores of 40-36, 39-37 ak 38-38 ak se kounye a 4-1. Lugo, 131.6 lbs of Vineland, NJ se 0-1.

Nahir Albright flattened Ronald Logan in 77 seconds of their scheduled four-round junior welterweight bout.

Albright landed a perfect right that sent Logan down for several minutes.

Albright, 139.1 liv Philadelphia se 2-1 ak yon sèl pentch. Logan, 140 lbs of New York, NY se 0-2.

Anthony Young won a six-round unanimous decision over Carlos Winston Velasquez in a welterweight bout.

Young, 144 1/2 lbs of Pleasantville, NJ te genyen pa nòt nan 60-54 sou tout kat, ak se kounye a 18-2. Velásquez, 145 1/2 liv nan Managwa, NIC is 25-30-2.

Joshafat Ortiz won a four-round unanimous decision over Sidell Blocker in a lightweight bout.

Ortiz, 129 lbs of Reading, Pa won on two cards 40-36 ak 39-37 ak se kounye a 2-0. Blocker, 128 lbs of Pleasantville, NJ se 1-9-1,

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LaManna and Sosa Chime in for this Saturday’s WBC Silver Latino Welterweight title bout at The Clardige in Atlantic City

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CHAMPIONSHIP BOXING ON THE BOARDWALK!!!
Former world champion Imamu Mayfield battles Lamont Capers
Anthony Young takes on Carlos Winston Velasquez
Plus undefeated Joshafat Ortiz, Vidal Rivera, Yurik Mamedov, Emmanuel Rodriguez, Frederick Julán & Alvin Vermall, Jr.
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Atlantic City, NJ (Out 16, 2017)–Samdi sa a lannwit, Thomas LAMANNA ap pran souGeorge Sosa in a ten-round bout for the WBC Silver Latino Welterweight bout that will headline a big 11 bout card at what is expected to be a sold out Calridge Hotel nan Atlantic City.
The show, promoted by Rising Promotions, is the 9th card that will be staged before a capacity crowd.
Both main event fighters recently gave their final comments before Saturday’s showdown.
” I’m just ready to fight and I hope he is too. I encourage people to come to this action packed, stacked event. 12 bouts featuring some of the hottest prospects and a title fight,” di LAMANNA.
“I think LaManna is a boxer who has not fought anyone of my caliber yet, and unlike me, I have fought everyone,” said Sosa. LaManna has been protected during his whole career, Do I think he will be easy? Èske Pa. There is no such thing as an easy fight. He is his Mommy and Daddy;s baby. When he fought somebody with caliber, he lost.”
Despite his 15-9 dosye, Sosa knows a win can change his whole career.
“This fight is for the WBC Silver title, and would definitely change my career. Before I would just take fights because I needed the money to take care of my family in Cuba. I was too busy partying, and not taking matters seriously. Like my last fight with Anthony Young, I arrived three days before the weigh-in, epi mwen te 21 pounds over the weight. Not only did I make the weight, but I went the distance with a formidable opponent. Not this timeI went directly to Cuba to begin training.”
In the eight-round feature, former cruiserweight world champion, Imam Mayfield (26-10-2, 19 Ko) of Freehold, New Jersey battles Lamont kapr (7-10-2) nan Hawley, Pennsylvania.
Nan epizod sis-wonn:
Anthony “Ji” Young (17-2, 6 KO nan) nan Atlantic City, NJ batay Carlos Winston Velasquez (25-29-2, 14 Ko) nan Managwa, Nicaragua in a welterweight bout.
Yurik Mamedov (6-0, 3 Ko) nan Brooklyn. NY takes on Ariel Vasquez (12-18-2, 9 Ko) nan Managwa, Nicaragua in a welterweight bout.
Frederick Julán (5-0, 2 Ko) nan Brooklyn, Batay NY Tahlik Taylor 2-7, (1KO) of Freeport, NY in a light heavyweight battle.
Alvin Vermall, Jr. (11-0-1, 10 Ko) a Catskills, NY ap pran sou Tracy Johnson (4-5-4) nan Boston, MA in a cruiserweight affair.
Nan epizod kat-wonn:
Joshafat Ortiz (1-0nan Lekti, PA ap ​​pran sou Sidell Blocker (1-8-1) nan Pleasantville, NJ in a lightweight fight.
Ronald Logan (0-1) nan New York, NY takes on Nahir Albright (1-1) of Philadelphia in a battle of lightweights .
Emmanuel Rodriguez (1-0) nan Newark, NJ will take on pro debuting Willie Anderson nan PAULSBORO, NJ in a bantamweight bout.
Marcos Lugo nan Vineland, NJ pral fè premye l 'kont pou Tomas Romain (3-1) nan Brooklyn, NY in a lightweight scrap.
Vidal Rivera (6-0, 4 Ko) nan Camden, NJ will fight Weusi Johnson (2-4) nan Wilmington, DE in a featherweight bout.
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Webster destroys Harris in 2

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Wins by Ajamu, Zhilei, Hilton, Gamhour and Taylor
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Atlantic City, New Jersey (Out 5, 2017)–Derrick Webster continued his quest towards a world title shot by taking out Lamar Harris in a scheduled eight-round super middleweight bout that headlined a six-bout card at The Claridge Hotel in Atlantic City.
The show was promoted by Mis Downing Promotions in association with Square Ring Promotions.

Webster dropped Harris at the end of round one as he landed a perfect straight left hand. After that it was a matter of when Webster would end the night., as Harris was hurt, but came out to endure 28 seconds of pounding before the bout was stopped.
Webster, 167.8 lbs of Glassboro, NJ is now 24-1 ak 13 debouchur. Harris, 167.9 lbs of Saint Louis, Missouri is now 9-14-4.
“We have been working hard, and now I am looking for a title. I want George Groves,” said Webster.
“I knew after I dropped him after the first round, the fight would be over soon thereafter. I know Groves is in the tournament, so why not Badou Jack. I would love to fight him.”
Prince Badi Ajamu shook eight years of ring rust to pound out an eight-round uannimous decision over Edgar Perez in a cruiserweight bout.

Ajamu, 191.4 lbs of Camden, NJ te genyen pa nòt nan 80-72 de fwa epi 79-73 ak se kounye a 28-3-1. Perèz, 190 lbs of Chicago is 7-22.

“Li te batay la byen. I give myself a C. Everything is about knockouts,” said Ajamu. “I broke him down mentally. You could see that I had a lot of ring rust, as I don’t miss as many shots as I did, but I started to feel good around the 5th round.”

Ajamu has been linked to a rematch with Roy Jones, Jr. who beat Ajamu back in 2006.
Jones was ringside and believes that the fight could happen in November.
“He did more than enough to earn the rematch tonight. Now it is just a matter of making it work financially and all by getting sponsorship’s and such, and that fight can happen, said Jones.

World-ranked heavyweight Zhang Zhilei hammered out Nick Guivas in round one of their scheduled ten-round bout.

Zhilei dropped Guivas in the first frame with a hard six-punch combination in the corner. Seconds later, Zhilei finsihed off the fight with a crushing four-punch combination on the ropes and the bout was stopped at 2:43.

Zhilei, 254.8 lbs of Zhoukou, China is now 17-0 ak 13 debouchur. Guivas, 238 lbs of Topeka, KS is 13-8-2.

Mike Hilton went the distance for the first time, but still came out with the six-round unanimous decision over Willis Lockett in a cruiserweight bout.

Hilton, 198.5 lbs of Trenton, NJ te genyen pa nòt nan 60-54, 58-56 & 60-53 to raise his unblemished mark to 7-0. Lockett, 194.6 lbs of Takoma Park, MD is 14-21-6.

Shaddy Gamhour stopped Jessie Singletary in first round of their scheduled four round middleweight bout.
Gamhour, who is trained by Roy Jones, Jr. landed a hard right hand that sent Singletary to the canvas and the bout was stopped at 1:43.
Gamhour, 163,5 lbs of Pensacola, FL is now 4-0 ak twa debouchur. Singletary, 167.3 lbs of Washington, DC se 0-3.
Tahlik Taylor bezwen jis 31 seconds to bludgeon Lamont McLaughlin in a scheduled four round super middleweight bout.

Taylor jumped on McLaughlin and landed a vicious combination in the corner that sent McLaughlin hard to the canvas and the was stopped immediately.

Taylor, 172,8 lbs of Freeport, NY se 2-7 ak 1 pentch. McLaughlin, 167.2 liv Philadelphia se 0-2.

Mis Downing Promotions will be back at the Claridge on Samdi, November 4th.
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Boardwalk Brawls–Webster vs Harris Press Conference quotes

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Derrick Webster headlines sa a Samdi at the Claridge Hotel in Atlantic City against Lamar Harris
Prince Badi Ajamu returns against Edgar Perez
Ansyen U.S. Olympian Terrance Cauthen takes on Nick Valliere
Plus undefeated Mike Hilton, Shaddy Gamhour, Vidal Rivera and heavyweight Zhang Zhilei
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Atlantic City, New Jersey (Out 3, 2017)–Below are quotes from Jedi afternoon’s press conference at the Flagship Resort in Atlantic City before Samdi night’s Boardwalk Brawls card at The Claridge Hotel in Atlantic City.
kat la, which is promoted by Mis Downing Promotions in association with Square Ring Promotions is headlined by super middleweight Derrick Webster (23-1, 12 Ko) nan GLASSBORO, New Jersey taking on Lamar Harris (9-13-4, 5 Ko) of Saint Louis in a bout scheduled for eight-rounds.

QUOTES Press Konferans
Derrick Webster--“This fight is going to be very exciting. This is going to be an action-packed card. I want to thank Roy Jones, Jr. Roy always has time for anybody who wants to take a picture. I don’t know what I would do without him.”

Prince Badi Ajamu–“I look forward to this special and great show. I have been helping a lot of fighters out over the years, and when you put that kind of energy and effort out, I want to be on the main stage and help myself. I am not over looking Perez. You might think a fighter is not good, but he is as good as he is the night of the fight so I am not taking anyone lightly. I am expecting him to come with his best.”

Zhang Zhilei–“I am from China and I came here three years ago to pursue my dream of being a professional boxer. Mwen vle tout moun mèsi pou opòtinite sa a, and it will be a great fight.”

Shaddy Gamhour–“I am from Sweden, but I am very happy for this opportunity to fight in Atlantic City. I been here training three months, so this is just another fight.”

Roy Jones Jr--” It is very inspirational to see people come in and strive to do things we want to do in our careers. I had my 2nd career fight here in Atlantic City, and this is something we should bring back. I am happy to bringing my guys to fight on Mis Downing’s cards. It is possible that I will have a rematch with Prince Badi, but he has to do what he needs to do nan Samdi.”

Nan uit-wonn ko-karakteristik nan, come-backing cruiserweight Prince Badi Ajamu (27-3-1, 15 KO nan) nan Camden, NJ will take on Edgar Perez (7-21, 3 Ko) nan Chicago.
Also on the bill will be former United States Olympian Terrance Cauthen (36-8, 9 KO nan) a Trenton, NJ will fight Nick Valliere (5-2, 2 KO nan) nan FORKED RIVER, New Jersey in a six-round super welterweight bout.
In a ten round-bout:
World-Ranked Heavyweight, Zhang Zhilei (16-0, 12 Ko) of Las Vegas via China, and is ranked number-13 by the WBO will take on Nick Guivas (13-7-2, 9 KO nan) nan Topeka, Kansas.
also in six-round bouts:
Mike Hilton (6-0, 6 Ko) a Trenton, NJ will take on veteran Willis Lockett (14-20-6, 5 KO nan) a TAKOMA PARK, Maryland in a cruiserweight bout.
Vidal Rivera (6-0, 4 KO nan) nan Camden, New Jersey will take on an opponent to be named in a featherweight bout.
Nan kat epizod wonn:
Shaddy Gamhour (1-0, 1 KO) nan Pensacola, Florida will battle Jessie Singletary (0-2) nan Washington, DC in a middleweight bout.
Lamont McLaughlin (0-1) of Philadelphia battles Tahlik Taylor (1-7) of Freeport, NY in a super middleweight affair.
Dion Richardson (3-1, 2 Ko) nan Newark, NJ will fight against Felip Nazario (0-7) nan Bronx, NY nan yon bout ki lejè.
Biyè yo pwi a $125, $100, $75 & $50 and can be purchased at The Claridge Hotel or by calling 609-815-1181
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After eight year hiatus, Prince Badi Ajamu back with a purpose

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Ajamu takes on Edgar Perez in co-feature bout sa a Samdi at The Claridge Hotel in Atlantic City
Derrick Webster headlines against Lamar Harris
Ansyen U.S. Olympian Terrance Cauthen takes on Nick Valliere
Plus undefeated Mike Hilton, Shaddy Gamhour, Vidal Rivera and heavyweight Zhang Zhilei
Press Konferans THIS THURSDAY AT 5 PM ET AT THE FLAGSHIP HOTEL
Pou Piblikasyon Imedyat
Atlantic City, New Jersey (Out 2, 2017)–Nan 2009, and after winning two in a row, Light Heavyweight contender Prince Badi Ajamu walked away from the ring at age 37.
Ajamu, who was a perennial contender had a record of 27-3-1 ak 15 debouchur, but decided that he needed some time away from competitive action.
Fast forward eight years, Ajamu steps back in the ring as he takes on Edgar Perèz in the six-round co-feature bout sa a Samdi lannwit nan la Claridge Hotel nan Atlantic City.
kat la, which will headlined by super middleweight Derrick Webster (23-1, 12 KO nan) nan GLASSBORO, New Jersey taking on Lamar Harris (9-13-4, 5 Ko) of Saint Lois, Missouri in a bout scheduled for eight rounds, is promoted by Mis Downing Promotions and Square Ring Promotions.
Ajamu, kounye a 45 years-old of Camden, New Jersey has kept in great shape while away from the squared circle.
“I have been helping people in the gym the whole time, and I decided that if I am putting time in that, I mind as well get back in there and do this on my own,” said Ajamu.
Ajamu also believes that being in the ring will also help fight for a cause that he has been involved with for sometime.
“What better way to bring attention to child abduction, which is a big problem in this country then to be in the ring and help get the message out there.”
Ajamu said that at age 45 that this is not a one-and-done situation, as he plans to stick around for specific purposes.
“The goal is take this as far as I can. I want to win another title and tie another Camden legend, “Jersey” Joe Walcott,” said the former Pennsylvania, IBC Inter-Continental, WBC Amerik Kontinantal, WBC Caribbean, , WBO NABO and World Boxing Foundation Light Heavyweight champion.
Another goal is a rematch with legendary Roy Jones, Jr.
Jones defeated Ajamu in 2006, and its’s more than a coincidence that Jones will be in a attendance as a co-promoter for the event.
“Yes there is definitely a reason why I am on this card, and Roy is co-promoting, but I have to get past Perez. I know he is a tough fighter who comes forward, and he is capable as I know Lavarn Harvell who was undefeated at the time that he beat him.”
“I have been in the gym, and have been working on things. You will see a more technical version of me,. Like I said I been in the gym, and now I want to use the energy on something significant.”
Also on the bill will be former United States Olympian Terrance Cauthen (36-8, 9 KO nan) a Trenton, NJ pral goumen Nick Valliere (5-2, 2 KO nan) nan FORKED RIVER, New Jersey in a six-round super welterweight bout.
In a ten round-bout:
World-Ranked Heavyweight, Zhang Zhilei (16-0, 12 Ko) of Las Vegas via China, and is ranked number-13 by the WBO will take on Nick Guivas (13-7-2, 9 KO nan) nan Topeka, Kansas.
also in six-round bouts:
Mike Hilton (6-0, 6 Ko) a Trenton, NJ will take on veteran Willis Lockett (14-20-6, 5 KO nan) a TAKOMA PARK, Maryland in a cruiserweight bout.
Vidal Rivera (6-0, 4 KO nan) nan Camden, New Jersey will take on an opponent to be named in a featherweight bout.
Nan kat epizod wonn:
Shaddy Gamhour (1-0, 1 KO) nan Pensacola, Florida will battle Jessie Singletary (0-2) nan Washington, DC in a middleweight bout.
Lamont McLaughlin (0-1) nan Philadelphia batay Tahlik Taylor (1-7) of Freeport, NY in a super middleweight affair.
Dion Richardson (3-1, 2 Ko) nan Newark, NJ will fight against Felip Nazario (0-7) nan Bronx, NY nan yon bout ki lejè.
THERE WILL BE A PRESS CONFERENCE ON THURSDAY, AUGUST 3RD AT THE FLAGSHIP HOTEL (60 NORTH MAINE AVENUE IN ATLANTIC CITY) AT 5 PM ET
Biyè yo pwi a $125, $100, $75 & $50 and can be purchased at The Claridge Hotel or by calling 609-815-1181
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Derrick Webster looking for big fight; targeting George Groves

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Webster headlines sa a Samdi at the Claridge Hotel in Atlantic City against Lamar Harris
Prince Badi Ajamu returns against Edgar Perez
Ansyen U.S. Olympian Terrance Cauthen takes on Nick Valliere
Plus undefeated Mike Hilton, Shaddy Gamhour, Vidal Rivera and heavyweight Zhang Zhilei
Press Konferans THIS THURSDAY AT 5 PM ET AT THE FLAGSHIP HOTEL
Pou Piblikasyon Imedyat
Atlantic City, New Jersey (Out 1, 2017)–Super Middleweight contender Derrick Webster is looking to fight the elite of the division, but he first first must get by Lamar Harris in a scheduled eight-round bout that will headline a big night of boxing at The Claridge Hotel in Atlantic City, New Jersey.

The show is promoted by Mis Downing Promotions and Square Ring Promotions.
Webster nan GLASSBORO, New Jersey gen yon dosye sou 23-1 ak 12 debouchur.
Webster has been on a roll, and now he looks to continue his momentum against Harris.
“I really don’t know much about him. I just know that he knows that he is fighting me. I don’t know him, but I am sure he knows who I am,” said Webster.
Webster attributes his most recent success to a more active schedule as this will be his 3rd fight of this year and 5th fight in the last 14 mwa.
“The more that I fight, the more consistent that I am. When I had other people in charge of my career, I was fighting less frequent. Maybe fighting every six or seven months. Now I have been more active and that goes hand in hand with my performances. I was getting in the ring to trying shake off ring-rust and now I am going in there not worrying about that.”
Webster is not overlooking Harris, but He is looking to close of 2017 fighting higher level of opponents, ak nan 2018 looking for a big title shot.
“My target is WBA champion George Groves. I never wanted to face Harris. I wanted to fight guys with better records and for many reasons including opponents pricing themselves out, but guys won’t fight me. I do appreciate that Harris stepped up for the challenge so I respect him for that. Hopefully I can fight someone like Mike Tiberi next for a major regional title, then have my eye towards a world title in 2018.”
Nan uit-wonn ko-karakteristik nan, come-backing cruiserweight Prince Badi Ajamu (27-3-1, 15 KO nan) nan Camden, NJ ap pran sou Edgar Perèz (7-21, 3 Ko) nan Chicago.
Also on the bill will be former United States Olympian Terrance Cauthen (36-8, 9 KO nan) a Trenton, NJ pral goumen Nick Valliere (5-2, 2 KO nan) nan FORKED RIVER, New Jersey in a six-round super welterweight bout.
In a ten round-bout:
World-Ranked Heavyweight, Zhang Zhilei (16-0, 12 Ko) of Las Vegas via China, and is ranked number-13 by the WBO will take on Nick Guivas (13-7-2, 9 KO nan) nan Topeka, Kansas.
also in six-round bouts:
Mike Hilton (6-0, 6 Ko) a Trenton, NJ will take on veteran Willis Lockett (14-20-6, 5 KO nan) a TAKOMA PARK, Maryland in a cruiserweight bout.
Vidal Rivera (6-0, 4 KO nan) nan Camden, New Jersey will take on an opponent to be named in a featherweight bout.
Nan kat epizod wonn:
Shaddy Gamhour (1-0, 1 KO) nan Pensacola, Florida will battle Jessie Singletary (0-2) nan Washington, DC in a middleweight bout.
Lamont McLaughlin (0-1) nan Philadelphia batay Tahlik Taylor (1-7) of Freeport, NY in a super middleweight affair.
Dion Richardson (3-1, 2 Ko) nan Newark, NJ will fight against Felip Nazario (0-7) nan Bronx, NY nan yon bout ki lejè.
THERE WILL BE A PRESS CONFERENCE ON JEDI, AUGUST 3RD AT THE FLAGSHIP HOTEL (60 NORTH MAINE AVENUE IN ATLANTIC CITY) AT 5 PM ET
Biyè yo pwi a $125, $100, $75 & $50 and can be purchased at The Claridge Hotel or by calling 609-815-1181
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Derrick Webster to take on Lamar Harris on Saturday, August 5th at The Claridge Hotel in Atlantic City

Kite yon kòmantè
Prince Badi Ajamu returns against Edgar Perez
Ansyen U.S. Olympian Terrance Cauthen takes on Nick Valliere
Plus undefeated Mike Hilton, Shaddy Gamhour, Vidal Rivera and heavyweight Zhang Zhilei
Pou Piblikasyon Imedyat
Atlantic City, New Jersey (Jiyè 27, 2017)–Super Middleweight contender Derrick Webster ap pran sou Lamar Harris nan evènman prensipal la sou Samdi swa, August 5th nan

The Claridge Hotel in Atlantic City.
The show is promoted by Mid Downing Promotions and Square Ring Promotions.
Webster nan GLASSBORO, New Jersey gen yon dosye sou 23-1 ak 12 debouchur.
Nan 35 year-old is an eight year-professional, and is riding a four-fight winning streak.
Webster won his first 19 bout, which was highlighted by a first round stoppage over Obodai Sai (23-1). Since suffering his only professional blemish, which was a unanimous decision defeat to Arif Magomedov on ShoBox: New Generation a, Webster has rebounded nicely with wins over Thomas Awimbono (25-5) to win the USBO Super Middleweight title, and his last outing when he stopped Frankie Filippone (22-5-1) in seven rounds on May 13th nan Atlantic City, New Jersey to win the World Boxing Foundation International Super Middleweight title.
Harris of St. Louis, Missouri has a record of 9-13-4 ak senk debouchur.
Nan 32 year-old is a 12-year professional who has a win over previously undefeated Earl Walker (7-0) and a draw with undefeated Aaron Quintana (4-0).
Harris has been in the ring with 13 undefeated opponents which includes fights with former world champion Shawn Porter, former world title challenger Matt Korobov as well as perennial contender J’Leon Love.
Harris has dropped two in a row, with the last being an 8th round stoppage defeat to Dennis Morris on 29 avril in Madison, Wisconsin.
Nan uit-wonn ko-karakteristik nan, come-backing cruiserweight Prince Badi Ajamu (27-3-1, 15 KO nan) nan Camden, NJ ap pran sou Edgar Perèz (7-21, 3 Ko) nan Chicago.
Also on the bill will be former United States Olympian Terrance Cauthen (36-8, 9 KO nan) a Trenton, NJ pral goumen Nick Valliere (5-2, 2 KO nan) nan FORKED RIVER, New Jersey in a six-round super welterweight bout.
In a ten round-bout:
World-Ranked Heavyweight, Zhang Zhilei (16-0, 12 Ko) of Las Vegas via China, and is ranked number-13 by the WBO will take on Nick Guivas (13-7-2, 9 KO nan) nan Topeka, Kansas.
also in six-round bouts:
Mike Hilton (6-0, 6 Ko) a Trenton, NJ will take on veteran Willis Lockett (14-20-6, 5 KO nan) a TAKOMA PARK, Maryland in a cruiserweight bout.
Vidal Rivera (6-0, 4 KO nan) nan Camden, New Jersey will take on an opponent to be named in a featherweight bout.
Nan kat epizod wonn:
Shaddy Gamhour (1-0, 1 KO) nan Pensacola, Florida will battle Jessie Singletary (0-2) nan Washington, DC in a middleweight bout.
Lamont McLaughlin (0-1) nan Philadelphia batay Tahlik Taylor (1-7) of Freeport, NY in a super middleweight affair.
Dion Richardson (3-1, 2 Ko) nan Newark, NJ will fight against Felip Nazario (0-7) nan Bronx, NY nan yon bout ki lejè.
THERE WILL BE A PRESS CONFERENCE ON JEDI, AUGUST 3RD AT THE FLAGSHIP HOTEL (60 NORTH MAINE AVENUE IN ATLANTIC CITY) AT 3 PM ET
Biyè yo pwi a $125, $100, $75 & $50 and can be purchased at The Claridge Hotel or by calling 609-815-1181
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Marc Abrams a phillyboxing@gmail.com or 856 287 7611