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Undefeated Brooklyn light heavyweight prospect Junior “The Young God” Younan to be showcased in “КО ноћ Бокс: Rumble on the Water 2” ко-функција

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Јул 29 on CBS Sports Network, live from The Queen Mary
Јуниор Иоунан
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LONG BEACH. Калиф.

(Јул 24, 2017) – Former junior boxing prodigy and undefeated professional prospect, непоражен Junior “The Young God” Иоунан, will be showcased in the “КО ноћ Бокс: Rumble on the Water 2” ко-функција ове суботе (Јул 29), проветравање (10 п.м. И / 7 п.м. ПТ) on CBS Sports Network, live from The Queen Mary’s outdoor venue in Long Beach, Калифорнија. The Queen Mary will be hosting its first pro boxing show.

The 21-year-old Younan (12-0, 9 КОс), бори из Бруклина, takes on former USA California super middleweight champion Mike Guy (9-2-1, 5 КОс), оф Сацраменто (КАО ШТО СУ), in the eight-round co-featured event.
“This will be a coming out party for me,” Younan said. “I’m going to go out there and try to make a statement. It’s been a great start to the year – it’s my third fight this year – and I feel like I’m getting better and better each one.”
In the night’s 10-round main event, undefeated featherweight prospect Трамаине “Моћни патуљак” Виллиамс (11-0, 4 КОс), Нев Хавен (ЦТ), squares off against former world title challenger William “Chirizo” Гонзалез (30-7, 26 КОс), of Nicaragua.
“КО ноћ Бокс: Rumble on the Water 2”, presented by Black Tree, is promoted by Roy Englebrecht Promotions, in association with KO Night Boxing LLC and Roc Nation Sports.
Fighting under the Roc Nation banner, Younan was a highly-decorated amateur boxer, compiling an outstanding 90-5 запис. Given his success, Younan elected to turn pro in 2013 as an 18-year-old, rather than wait several years for an opportunity to qualify for the U.S. Олимпијски Бокс Тим.
Younan started boxing competitively as an eight-year-old and, само two years later, The New York Times crowned him a “boxing prodigy”. During his impressive amateur career, he collected several belts, medals and awards, including nine championship performances in the Junior Olympics as well as the Junior Metros, eight in the New York State Silver Gloves, and five more in the Regional Silver Gloves. He was also a four-time National Silver Gloves recipient, three-time Ringside World winner, three-time National PAL, and two-time National Junior Golden Gloves champion. У 2011, he was crowned the National Junior Golden Gloves champion, in addition to being USA Boxing’s No. 1-rated junior boxer in his weight class.

Nagging injuries somewhat curtailed Younan’s development, limiting him to one fight in 2015. After a nine-month layoff, he returned triumphantly on March 26, 2016 to defeat Cristian Solorzano, од Сонора, Мексико, on the Andre Ward vs. Sullivan Barrera undercard at Oracle Arena in Oakland, Калифорнија. With a win by way of a four-round unanimous decision, Younan improved his unblemished record to 8-0.

Three of Younan’s last four fights have ended in the opening round, including his most recent on Јун 17 on the Andre Ward-Sergey Kovalev 2 undercard at Mandalay Bay in Las Vegas. The Brooklyn bomber made quick work of the Hungarian veteran Золтан Сера (28-14, 20 КОс) у 1:39 ознака.

“It was an amazing experience for me as a 21-year-old to fight in Vegas on Andre Ward’s card,” Younan added. “Coming off that knockout, I have great momentum and confidence heading into this fight. I can’t wait.”
California heavyweights Родни Хернандез (10-5-2, 2 КОс), of Modesto, and Los Angeles’ Jonnie Rice (6-2-1, 4 КОс), a former Winthrop College (SC) кошаркаш, will open the televised segment of the card in a six-round bout.
Fighting on the undercard in four-round matches are Los Angeles featherweight Серхио “El Nino” Quiroz (3-0) вс. Lupe Arroyo (2-0), од Хунтингтон Беацх (КАО ШТО СУ), Whittier (КАО ШТО СУ) лак George Acosta (2-0), and pro-debuting welterweights Eric Gomez, од Санта Ана (КАО ШТО СУ), and Long Beach’s Raul Calderon.
Сви противници и борци су подложни промени.
All tickets are priced at $60.00 and on sale to purchase by calling 949.760.3131.
Врата се отварају у 5:30 п.м. ПТ with the opening bout scheduled at 6:30 п.м. ПТ.
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Elite Prospect Michael Dutchover Highlights “Path to Glory” Undercard Friday Night

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ORANGE, Калиф. (Јун 20, 2017) – Јуниор лаган Michael Dutchover (4-0, 4 КОс), a highly accomplished amateur and recently turned professional, highlights Петак ноћ је “Path to Glory” undercard од Doubletree Hotel у Онтарио, Калиф.
Watch Dutchover vs. Carrizoza and the rest of the 6-fight card on TB Presents: Path To Glory, live streaming on ThompsonBoxing.com и Facebook Live са почетком у 7:45 п.м. ПСТ / 10:45 п.м. ЕСТ.
Улазнице за “Path to Glory” се по цени од $40, $60, & $100 and are available for purchase online at ThompsonBoxing.com, или позивом 714-935-0900.
Dutchover, who trains in Southern California but resides in Midland, Tex., faces his toughest opponent to date: once-beaten Miguel Carrizoza (10-1, 2 КОс) of Hermosillo, Mex.
The bout marks Dutchover’s second 6-round fight of his young career. He stormed into the paid ranks with four straight knockout wins.
“The plan this year is to up my level of competition,” said Dutchover, who recently sparred with world title challenger Petr Petrov. “I know I’m ready for the challenge. I want to work my way to the top, and in order to do that I need to challenge myself.”
Dutchover had a successful amateur run that saw him win nine national titles, a bronze at the 2015 У.С. Олимпијски покушаји, and a runner-up finish at last year’s National Golden Gloves competition. Dutchover, 19, believes he was built to fight professionally.
“Као аматер, I often boxed in the pro-style,” said Dutchover, who counts Danny Zamora, older brother Junior Dutchover, and Javier Gomez as coaches. “I didn’t really throw a lot of quick, small punches that define the amateurs. I was more aggressive in my approach. I worked the body and threw a lot of power shots.”
Detailed opponent scouting reports in the early years of a boxer’s professional career are often not available. Dutchover has an idea of what to expect from Carrizoza, but he will rely mostly on his extensive amateur background.
“I had such a long amateur career that I’ve seen basically every style in the book,” said Dutchover, who is promoted by Banner Promotions and Thompson Boxing. “I’m going to adapt in the ring and be prepared for whatever he brings. I had an excellent training camp. I’m in great shape and ready to go after another win.”
“We are looking forward to Micheal stepping up in competition у петак ноћ,” said Matthew Rowland, Потпредседник Банер Промоције. “Michael has shown that he is ready for this challenge, and we expect another terrific performance.”
Фотографија Кредит: Carlos Baeza /Thompson Boxing Promotions.
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Ruben Villa remains undefeated with 5th round stoppage in Ontario, Калифорнија

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ORANGE, Калиф. (Мај 22, 2017) – Top featherweight prospect Ruben Villa (6-0, 4 КОс) continues to impress early in his professional career. Villa, a southpaw fighting out of Salinas, Цалиф., picked apart Anthony de Jesus Ruiz (2-3, 2 КОс) to win by fifth round technical knockout.
Villa, who was naturally bigger than Ruiz, unloaded a serious of damaging shots in the fifth round. By that point, Ruiz had already absorbed a great deal of punishment and his corner wisely put an end to the onslaught at the 2:43 ознака.
“My jab was working well all night,” said Villa, who is promoted by Thompson Boxing and Banner Promotions. “I worked off backing him up with the jab and then that opened up a lot of angles for me to land power shots.”
“Ruben looked fantastic у петакноћ,” said Ken Thompson, Председник Тхомпсон Бокинг. “He looked really comfortable and was in firm control of the fight from start to finish. He managed to fight a patient, yet aggressive fight to secure another knockout win.”
“We have been very happy with Ruben’s development. He is shaping to be the fighter we believe he will be,” said Banner Promotions vice-president, Matthew Rowland. “He is going to have a big future.”
The fight can be viewed on Thompson Boxing Promotions Facebook page.
Фотографија Кредит: Carlos Baeza/Thompson Boxing
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Ruben Villa to Test Unbeaten Record on “Свежа крв” Undercard Friday Night

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ORANGE, Калиф. (Мај 17, 2017) – Blue chip featherweight prospect Ruben Villa (5-0, 3 КОс) headlines an action-packed “Свежа крв” undercard when he puts his undefeated record on the line against Anthony de Jesus Ruiz (2-2, 2 КОс) ово Петак, Мај 19, from the Doubletree Hotel in Онтарио, Калиф.
Thompson Boxing’s 17 year anniversary show will be live streamed on its вебсајт и Facebook Live са почетком у 7:45 п.м. ПСТ ово петак.
Улазнице за “Свежа крв” се по цени од $40, $60, & $100 and are available for purchase online at ThompsonBoxing.com, или позивом 714-935-0900.
Петак bout marks the fourth time Villa will fight in front of an expected sold out crowd at the Doubletree Ontario. It will be his first, међутим, fighting on a live streamed show.
“I’m definitely excited for it. It’s great exposure for us new guys trying to make a name for ourselves,” said Villa, who is promoted by Banner Promotions and Thompson Boxing. “I know a lot of my friends and family will be watching. It also gives an opportunity for boxing fans all over the country to tune in and watch some quality fights.”
Villa, јужњака, is coming off his East Coast debut in April where we notched his third career knockout win over the previously unbeaten Luis Diaz Torres. Villa stopped the stiff-chinned Torres in the sixth and final round. It was the first, sixth round fight of Villa’s career, one that tough him several impactful lessons.
“It’s important to stick to the plan and listen to my corner,” said the 20-year-old, who hails from Salinas, Калиф. “He was somewhat reckless so I needed to show a little more patience with him. I’m used to fighting guys who are a little more technical. Diaz was able to take a shot. He was willing to absorb two or three punches to set up one of his own. I learned not to give him those opportunities.”
За Петак six-round bout versus Ruiz, Villa spent most of his training camp sparring at the Robert Garcia Gym in Riverside, widely seen as one of Southern California’s most boxing rich environments. His chief sparring partner was Hector Tanajara, another highly regarded prospect with an undefeated record.
“Тренинг камп је сјајно,” said Villa, who as an amateur won back-to-back National Golden Gloves championships. “I had quality sparring sessions against Hector Tanajara. He fights one division higher than me so it’s always good to learn from guys that are naturally bigger than you.”
While Villa comes from a well-rounded amateur career that saw him bank two wins against fellow high ceiling prospect Shakur Stevenson, the Northern California native is always on the quest to better his skills.
“I’ve been working on using more angles to set up punches,” Villa said. “The goal is to develop better range with my jab so I can be more effective. With Ruiz, I plan to feel him out for the first round and then I’ll start going at his weaknesses. A lot of what I plan to do will come off the jab.”
The live stream, титлед “TB Presents: Свежа крв,” will be anchored by blow-by-blow announcer Beto Duran with Steve Kim providing expert color commentary.
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Michael Farenas to make comeback on Fight Club OC card June 1st

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COSTA MESA, КАО ШТО СУ (Мај 2, 2017) – They say it’s never is too late to start a comeback, and for lightweight contender Мајкл Фаренас (44-5-4, 33 Кос), the comeback starts Четвртак, Јун 1
ул when he enters the ring for the first time in nearly two years. The eight-round bout will take place on Roy Englebrecht’s “Фигхт Цлуб ОЦ” show in The Hangar at the OC Fair & Догађај Центар у Коста Меси, КАО ШТО СУ.
Having fought some of the top Jr. lightweight out there over the past five years, which include Иуриоркис Гамбоа, Jose Padraza, и Fernando Beltran да поменемо само неке, Farenas believes he still has some gas left in his tank.
“It’s been a long journey to get back in the ring, but now that time has come,” said Michael Farenas. “I’m in great shape and I feel my skill and experience will help me on my comeback.”
Will new managers Bill Halkias и Germaine Gillies crafting his career and new trainers Marvin Somodio и Jesse Arevalo у свом углу, the new look Farenas will have another opportunity to march toward a world title.
“This bout will take place at one hundred and forty pounds, but my plan is to campaign at lightweight,” said Farenas, who fought Takashi Uchiyama for the WBA World super featherweight title. “Знам уз напоран рад, I can make another run toward another world title.”
Under new management and a new trainer, “Hammer Fist” as he is called, will look to bring that Filipino fighting spirit back to his career.
Tickets for the Thursday, Јун 1ул Fight Club OC show in The Hangar at the OC Fair & Догађај Центар у Коста Меси, CA are on sale at ввв.фигхтцлубоц.цом.
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BARRIOS BACK IN BAY AREA TRAINING WITH VIRGIL HUNTER

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BAY AREA, КАО ШТО СУ (Април 3, 2017) – Unbeaten super-lightweight prospect, Марио Бариос (18-0, 10 КОс), is back in the Bay Area, КАО ШТО СУ, training with coach Виргил Хантер. After scoring a TKO in his last bout on March 4тх, Barrios returns to the gym, motivated to get back in the ring.
“It feels good to be back in the gym training with Virgil.” said Mario Barrios a native of San Antonio, ТКС. “Seeing all the guys in the gym, getting ready for their fights, has me fired up. As soon as my team lets me know when I’ll be fighting next, I’ll be ready to get back in the ring and continue my march toward a world title.”
Look for Barrios to get back in the ring shortly. No date is set, but an announcement will be coming soon.
“Although I don’t have a date set, my goal is to be ready at all times.” Барриос наставио. “Coming out to California from Texas, to start training early, will only make me a better fighter. I know all the hard work and sacrifice will pay off in the end.
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Celebrate five years of 559 Fights with us!

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559 fights Goes Down 21. априла In Fresno’s Tower Theatre

Петак, April 21st at 7pm
559 Fights returns to Fresno’s Tower Theatre with “559 Fights 55” on Април 21, featuring a full slate of many of California’s hungriest and most exciting amateur MMA fighters.
The main event will feature top flyweight contender Samuel Fierro (6-2, Selma) as he tries to halt unbeaten 6-0 Sacramento fighter Mark Wirth’s tear through the state’s 125-pound rankings.

Prior to the highly anticipated headline bout, Daniel Campagna (3-1, Porterville) will hunt for his fourth win at the expense of Sacramento’s Josiah McHale (3-2) у Хеавивеигхт акцији.

In the flyweight division, Fresno’s Austin Liu (2-1) and Merced’s Michael Alonzo (2-1) ће се састати, with both fighters hungry to earn their third win.

Selma’s Bernabe Herrera (3-3) will enter the cage for the seventh time against Ridgecrest’s Emilio Horta (2-1) in the 155-pound division.

Улазнице се крећу од само $25 and are available at the Tower Theatre box office or online at www.559fights.com. За више информација, позовите 559-813-0307.

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Април 21 at Tower Theatre in Fresno, Калиф.

125: Selma’s Samuel Fierro (6-2) вс. Sacramento’s Mark Wirth (6-0)
135: Porterville’s Daniel Campagna (3-1) вс. Sacramento’s Josiah McHale (3-2)
125: Fresno’s Austin Liu (2-1) вс. Merced’s Michael Alonzo (2-1)
155: Selma’s Bernabe Herrera (3-3) вс. Ridgecrest’s Emilio Horta (2-1)
265: Fresno’s Ryan Yates (1-0) вс. Oakland’s Dwight Maters (2-1)
185: Fresno’s James Porter (1-1) вс. Castro Valley’s Alan Benson (0-1)
205: Fresno’s Jesse Vazquez (0-0) вс. Ridgecrest’s Joseph Gaceta (1-1)
145: Visalia’s Chris Luna (0-0) вс. Santa Barbara’s Emmanuel Gonzalez (0-1)
170: Goleta’s Bryan Rodriguez (0-1) вс. Sacramento’s Tony Magalahaes (0-0)
145: Porterville’s Christian Marron (0-2) вс. Dos Palos’ Conan Orozco (0-1)
185: Los Angeles’ Bako Agambonisye (0-0) вс. Auburn.’s Zach Linco (0-0)
265: Reedley’s Ruben Castaneda Jr. (0-0) вс. Fresno’s Aniken Robinson (0-0)
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Palm Springs Boxing Gala Rescheduled for May 20th; Fighter Injuries Delaying Scheduled Matchups

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Thousand Palms, КАО ШТО СУ (Март 29, 2017) — The much anticipated showdown between rising Liveco boxer Max “The General” Becerra and Washington’s Ricardo Maldonado will have to wait a little longer.
Santa Ana’s Becerra (11-2-2 7КОс) has been diagnosed with a minor hand injury that has interrupted his training for the scheduled Април 22 bout that was the featured fight of the Palm Springs Boxing Gala у Renaissance Hotel. The event will now take place on Субота, Мај 20 with the same fight card.
The postponement also gives Liveco stablemate Pomona’s David “Left Hook” Лопез (4-0 3КОс) more time to heal while nursing a hand injury also sustained in training.

Liveco Boxing founder Ron Sanderson said, “In light of these injuries, we thought it would be best for our boxers and our fans to postpone the Gala rather than scramble together fights at the last minute or drop a fighter from the card. Injuries are a part of boxing. These boxers are significant players in the Liveco family and we want them to be healthy and uncompromised for their fights.”

Sanderson said Lopez and Becerra’s hand issues are not considered major injuries, but after further medical evaluation, their trainers decided it would be better for them to fully heal and train appropriately rather than put their fighters at risk.

The May 20 event is the second of a series of Boxing Galas planned by Liveco Boxing featuring its fighters in Palm Springs. Also scheduled to fight on the undercard that evening are the Bay Area’s Eric “El Gallo de Oro” (9-0 6КОс) and Daniel “El Pantera” Andujo (3-1-0 1КО) from Murrieta along with other California talent.

Becerra and Lopez dispatched their opponents at the first Palm Springs Boxing Gala with tremendous showings in front of a packed house. Both are looking to continue their streak in the Coachella Valley as is Andujo who also collected a win at the Gala in February before signing with Liveco.

Becerra said he was anxious and ready for his first fight as a headliner, especially in his home state. “This is going to be a huge night for me and my team. But I know I need to be patient and get my hand back in shape before I can continue chasing my dream.”
Улазнице почетком у $60 доступни су на www.livecoboxing.com. Постаните фан на Фацебоок-у www.facebook.com/livecoboxing; and follow on Twitter and Instagram at @livecoboxing.
About Liveco Boxing:
Liveco Boxing is a boxing promoter and event producer founded by Ron Sanderson in 2016 who was looking to bring back a high standard of ethics to the industry. Liveco’s “Fighter First” philosophy makes them the company of choice for professional fighters looking for a hands-on, personal approach to promotion. За више информација, посета, www.livecoboxing.com.
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Maximiliano Becerra takes on Ricardo Maldonado in main event on Saturday April 22nd at Renaissance Hotel in Palm Springs, Калифорнија

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Also seeing action will be undefeated fighters Eric Altamirano & Daniel Andujo
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Palm Springs, Калифорнија (Март 17, 2017) – Maximiliano Becerra will headline a big night of boxing when he takes on Ricardo Maldonado in the 8-round main event on Субота, April 22nd у Renaissance Hotel in Palm Springs, Калифорнија.
The Palm Springs Boxing Gala, 2nd Edition is promoted by Liveco Boxing.
Becerra of Santa Ana, Калифорнија има досије 11-2-2 са 7 нокаута.
The 29 year-old is a 9-year professional, who was undefeated in his first eight bouts. Becerra has won three straight, which includes his last outing when he won a 6-round unanimous decision over Hugo Padilla on February 11th in at The Renaissance Hotel.
I’ve proven my resilience,” Becerra said. “Now I plan to take command and end my opponent early.”
Maldonado of Arlington, Washington has a record of 7-6-1 са 1 нокаут.
Maldonado is a 4-year professional, who has faced top competition. Maldonado is no stranger to tough competition, as his 14 opponents have a combined record of 65-13-1, which includes 5 undefeated foes.
One of those unblemished opponents, Jamie Ocegueda was stopped in 6 rounds by Maldonado in his last bout, which took place on January 21st in Montebello, Калифорнија. That fight avenged a controversial split decision defeat by Maldonado.
У 6-колу сарадњи функције, непоражен лаган Eric Altamirano will take part in a bout scheduled for 6-rounds.
Altamirano, who hails from the Bay Area, има евиденцију 9-0 са 6 нокаута. The 23 year-old Altamirano is a 3 year-professional and will be making his 2nd start of 2017.

Altamirano’s opponent will be named shortly.

Crowd pleasing super flyweight Daniel Andujo will be in action in a bout scheduled for four-rounds.
Andujo of San Diego, California has faced two consecutive undefeated opponents. He fought a toe-to-toe battle with Saul Sanchez, only to come up just on the short end of a 6-round decision. У свом последњем мечу, Andujo won a 4-round unanimous decision over Elwin Soto (2-0) о February 11th на Ренејсенс. Andujo’s opponent will be announced shortly.
A full card of exciting action will be announced soon.
Ron Sanderson, CEO of Liveco Boxing, which is promoting the fight, says he is looking forward to another stellar display of guts and talent. “We were thrilled with the tenacity and the skill our boxers showed us last month,” Он каже. “This next card at The Renaissance looks to be even more exciting than the first.”
For more information or to purchase tickets, which are priced at $70 & $60 for the April 22nd night of boxing in Palm Springs, посета www.livecoboxing.com. Постаните фан на Фацебоок-у www.facebook.com/livecoboxing; and follow on Twitter and Instagram at @livecoboxing.
About Liveco Boxing:
Liveco Boxing is a boxing promoter and event producer founded by Ron Sanderson in 2016 who was looking to bring back a high standard of ethics to the industry. Liveco’s “Fighter First” philosophy makes them the company of choice for professional fighters looking for a hands-on, personal approach to promotion. За више информација, посета, www.livecoboxing.com.
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Floyd Mayweather Set to Celebrate 40th Birthday with Star-Studded Weekend Celebration in Southern California

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Events Take Place Четвртак Through Недеља Укључујући
An Extravagant Official Red Carpet Birthday Gala
ЛОС АНГЕЛЕС (Фебруар 21, 2017) Twelve-time boxing world champion Флоид Маивеатхер, Јр. had an illustrious undefeated career that spanned over three decades and five weight divisions. The legend will celebrate his 40th birthday in style with several special events taking place this upcoming weekend in Southern California.
Маивеатхер, who is known for his larger than life personality, will begin his festivities Четвртак, Фебруар 23 with an intimate dinner in collaboration with Hollywood Unlocked and Louie the 13th. У петак, Mayweather will turn the ‘Big 4-0,’ ringside at Pechanga Resort & Casino in Temecula where his promotional company Маивеатхер Промоције is hosting a ShoBox: Нова генерација fight card featuring young prospects from the sport which Mayweather left his indelible mark.
The weekend’s spotlight affair will be Mayweather’s official star-studded Oscars-inspired birthday gala Saturdayin downtown Los Angeles that is guaranteed to be opulent and over the top. The black-tie affair will host a “ко је ко” list of Hollywood celebrities and athletes such as personal friends Mariah Carey, Justin Bieber и Future, and invited guests such as Marlon Wayans, Tyrese, Allen Iverson, Morris Chestnut, Fat Joe и Nicole Murphy да поменемо само неке. Guests will enjoy surprise performances from some of Floyd’s favorite musical artists, premium open bar and catering and other elements of surprise.
The jam-packed weekend continues Недеља with a roller skating party that will wrap up the weekend honoring Mayweather.
“Being surrounded by my family and friends for my birthday weekend reminds me to never take anything for granted in life,” Саид Маивеатхер. “I am grateful for everything I’ve accomplished and received in my lifetime. I have a beautiful family, four great children and many friends that have been there since day one. Life is short and I try to make every minute count. This is exactly how I want to celebrate my 40тх рођендан. I use each year as an opportunity to grow and with this big milestone, I’m even more grateful for everyone who showed me the way and made me the man I am today.”