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

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COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (Junio 4, 2020) – Like many boxers, du-divido mondĉampiono "La Koko" Jose Antonio Rivera credits boxing for saving his life.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

“Jose’s USA Boxing experiences shaped him into the man of character he is today, both in and out of the ring,?? DiritaChris Cugliari, USA Boxing Alumni Director. “He took the road less traveled for a world champion, and in doing so he showcased his toughness and perseverance that made him a great example for today’s USA Boxers.”

Usona Bokso-Eks-Eks-Asocio

Kreita por pledi dumvive, reciproke utilaj rilatoj inter Usono-Boksado kaj ĝiaj eks-studentoj, –boksistoj, oficialuloj, trejnistoj kaj boksaj ŝatantoj — La Alumni Association ligas generaciojn de ĉampionoj, inspirante kaj redonante al la estontaj boksĉampionoj de USA Boxing, en kaj el la ringo.

La Usona Boksado-Alumni-Asocio estas malfermita al iu ajn, kiu amas boksadon kaj ŝatus resti konektita kun amatora boksado. Membroj ricevas aliron al vasta gamo de specialaj okazaĵoj aranĝitaj fare de la Eks-studentoj-Unuiĝo, inkluzive de ĝia ĉiujara USA Boxing Alumni Association Halo de Famo-ricevo.

Aliĝi al la Asocio de Eks-studentoj, simple registriĝu ĉealumni@usaboxing.org por $40.00 jare membrokotizo. Novaj membroj ricevos T-ĉemizon, ŝlosilĉenon kaj e-monujo.

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

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

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

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

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Pri Usona Boksado:  La misio de Usona Boksado estos ebligi al usonaj atletoj kaj trejnistoj atingi daŭran konkurencan plejbonecon, disvolvi karakteron, subteni la sporton de boksado, kaj antaŭenigi kaj kreskigi olimpikan boksadon en Usono. La respondeco de Usona Boksado estas ne nur produkti olimpikan oron, sed ankaŭ kontroli kaj regi ĉiun aspekton de amatora boksado en Usono.

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1988 Olimpika ormedalisto "Senkompata" Ray Mercer Rerigardas sian olimpikan sperton

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COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (Februaro 11, 2020) – Tridek du jarojn post kiam li kaptis olimpikan oran medalon, "Senkompata" Ray Mercer ame memoras sian olimpikan sperton kiel pasintmonate. Mercer, kiu estas la nura amerika pezeguloĉampiono por bati senkonscie ĉiujn siajn olimpikajn kontraŭulojn, daŭriĝis por iĝi monda pezeguloĉampiono kiel profesiulo por nia "pezegoduoblo".

Por Mercer, ĉio komenciĝis en Germanujo, kie lia U.S. Armeunuo estis bazita. Ofertis ŝancon eviti 30-tagan kampan ekzercon, Mercer akceptis oferton funkcii kiel batalpartnero por la pezegulboksĉampiono de la poŝto. Malgraŭ neniam antaŭe surmeti paron da gantoj, Mercer estis rapida lernanto kiu estis nature forta, kaj li rapide evoluis en la 1985 Usono. Armeo kaj Inter-serva pezeguloĉampiono.

La Monda Klasa Atleta Programo (WCAP), en kiu kvalifikitaj atletoj havas ŝancon plentempe trejni por la Olimpikoj, ne ekzistis tiam, nek la olimpikaj kvalifikaj reguloj de hodiaŭ. Mercer venkis estontan mondan pezego-ĉampiononTommy Morrison en la komenca rondo de la 1988 Olimpikaj Provoj kaj alia estonta monda pezegulo titolisto, Michael Bentt (5-0) en la ĉampionecfinalo. Ĉe la 1988 Usona Olimpika Box-offs ĉe fama Caesars Pala

ce en Las Vegas, Mercer gajnis dividitan decidon (3-2) super Bentt, sed Mercer jam kvalifikiĝis por batali en Olimpikoj estante la U.S. ĉampiono de la Armitaj Fortoj.

“Kiam mi estis en la Armeo, Mi devis venki en la servo, konservi aferojn, kaj iru al la sekva paŝo,” Mercer memoris. "Mi devis venki kelkajn bonajn batalantojn survoje al la Olimpikoj, kaj mi estis en la plej bona formo de mia vivo. Estis pli da disciplino en la amatoroj ol la profesiaj rangoj. La lasta jaro antaŭ la Olimpikoj, Mi forlasis mian hejman unuon, multe vojaĝis por batali, kaj restis en la domo de mia trejnisto anstataŭ vivi en la kazerno.

Mercer faris historion ĉe la 1988 Olimpikoj en Seulo, Sudkoreio, kiam li iĝis kaj restas la nura olimpika pezego-ĉampiono de Usono por knokaŭti ĉiujn kvar el siaj kontraŭuloj:  Rudolf Gavenciak (Ĉeĥoslovakio - RSC3), Luigi Gaudiano(Italio - KO1), Arnond Vasnderlyde (Nederlando - RSC2) KajBone Hyun-Man (Sudkorea - KO1).

"Mi sciis, ke mi devas knokaŭti la sudkoreon en la finalo,” Mercer konfesis. "Mi nur volis fari kion mi povis por esti la olimpika ormedalisto. Mi ne pensas, ke mi uzis pikon.

"Gajni la olimpikan oran medalon rezultigis kelkajn grandajn ŝanĝojn por mi. Mi fariĝis famulo, familia nomo, kaj ĝi permesis al mi gajni monon kiel profesiulo. La plej bona afero, kiu iam okazis al mi, estis gajni la olimpikan oran medalon, eĉ pli ol gajni la mondĉampionan titolon kiel profesiulo. Nenio kompare al iĝi olimpika ormedalisto. Mi plenumis mian revon. Mi neniam revis iĝi profesia, ĝis post kiam mi gajnis la oran medalon.

"Estis vere grave gajni tiun oran medalon. Mi batalis per mia koro; neniu mono estis implikita, festis tiel forte tiun nokton (post gajni la oran medalon) ke mi perdis mian medalon dum kelkaj horoj. Mia revo realiĝis, miaj manoj tremis, kaj mi perdis mian medalon. Kia nokto!?

Mercer ofertas membrojn de la 2020 Usona Boksado Olimpika Kvalifika Teamo unu konsilon, “Daŭre batalu, sekvu vian sonĝon kaj faru tiun lastan paŝon.”

Mercer, kiu naskiĝis en Jacksonville, Florido, faris sian tre atenditan profesian debuton en 1989, HaltantaJesse McGhee en la tria raŭndo de ilia batalo en Atlantic city. "Senkompate" gajnis sian unuan 18 Profesiaj bataloj, inkluzive de naŭa-raŭnda knokaŭto deFrancisko Damiani, sekvite per sukcesa defendo kontraŭ Morrison, kiu estis maldaŭrigita en la kvina raŭndo.

Dum lia 19-jara profesia kariero, Mercer kompilis a 36-7-1 (26 KOs) Rekordo, venkante kvar mondĉampionojn en Damiani, Morrison, Tim Witherspoon KajOssie Ocasio.  Kvin el liaj ok karierperdoj estis al mondĉampionoj: Lennox Lewis, Wladimir Klitschko,Larry Holmes, Evander Holyfield KajShannon Briggs. 

"Ray reprezentas ĉion, kio fierigas USA Boxing,?? DiritaChris Cugliari, Usono Boxing Alumni Association Direktoro. “Kiel armea veterano, Olimpika ora medalulo, kaj pezego-ĉampiono de la mondo, li montris plejbonecon kaj profesiismon, kiuj reflektas la plej bonan el tio, kion USA Boxing havas por oferti."

Usona Bokso-Eks-Eks-Asocio

Kreita por pledi dumvive, reciproke utilaj rilatoj inter Usono-Boksado kaj ĝiaj eks-studentoj, –boksistoj, oficialuloj, trejnistoj kaj boksaj ŝatantoj — La Alumni Association ligas generaciojn de ĉampionoj, inspirante kaj redonante al la estontaj boksĉampionoj de USA Boxing, en kaj el la ringo.

La Usona Boksado-Alumni-Asocio estas malfermita al iu ajn, kiu amas boksadon kaj ŝatus resti konektita kun amatora boksado. Membroj ricevas aliron al vasta gamo de specialaj okazaĵoj aranĝitaj fare de la Eks-studentoj-Unuiĝo, inkluzive de ĝia ĉiujara USA Boxing Alumni Association Halo de Famo-ricevo.

Aliĝi al la Asocio de Eks-studentoj, simple registriĝu ĉealumni@usaboxing.org por $40.00 jare membrokotizo. Novaj membroj ricevos T-ĉemizon, ŝlosilĉenon kaj e-monujo.

La elstara amatora boksookariero de Mercer ankaŭ inkludis klasikan matĉon kontraŭ kuba bonega kaj trifoja olimpika ormedalisto., Felikso Sapo, ĉe Usono vs. Kuba duobla matĉo, en kiu Mercer dufoje ŝanceliĝis Savon, kiu travivis sen suferi plian damaĝon nur ĉar la kuba arbitraciisto faris dubindan intervenon, kiu donis al sia samlandano tempon por resaniĝi kaj polemikan. 2-1 venko.

“Kaj li donis al mi starantan ok-kalkulon sen kialo,” Mercer aldonis. “Mi batis tiun ulon kaj li scias ĝin. Ni ankoraŭ estas en kontakto kvankam li ne parolas la anglan. Li havas amikon tradukantan kaj ni kontaktas Facebook. Ni ŝatas unu la alian."

#Hodia?, Mercer fondas bonfaradon hejme en Norda Karolino, kiu inkluzivos senpagajn boksajn klinikojn, Sed, pli grave, redonu al la komunumo kaj instruu junulojn, precipe tiuj, kiuj estas ĉikanitaj, la kapablojn, kiujn ili bezonos por eliri en la realan mondon.

Ray Mercer atingis la zeniton dufoje en boksado kiel olimpika ormedalisto kaj monda pezego-ĉampiono kiel profesiulo. Ne tro malbona por iu, kiu neniam vere volis boksi.

“Boksado savis mian vivon,” konkludis Mercer. "Mi ne povas imagi mian vivon sen boksado, certe ne estus la sama.

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Pri Usona Boksado:  La misio de Usona Boksado estos ebligi al usonaj atletoj kaj trejnistoj atingi daŭran konkurencan plejbonecon, disvolvi karakteron, subteni la sporton de boksado, kaj antaŭenigi kaj kreskigi olimpikan boksadon en Usono. La respondeco de Usona Boksado estas ne nur produkti olimpikan oron, sed ankaŭ kontroli kaj regi ĉiun aspekton de amatora boksado en Usono.

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Jamel “Semper Fi” Herring Patriot, Olympian & now World Champ

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USA Boxing Alumni: (L) Jamel Herring and his stablemate, Terence “#Bur?ono” Crawford
(picture courtesy of Mikey Williams / Pinta Rango)

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (Junio 13, 2019) – Newly crowned World Boxing Organization (WBO) super featherweight champion Jamel “Semper Fi” Herring has been a fighter practically all his life as a U.S. Marine and elite boxer.

The 33-year-old Herring (20-2, 10 KOs), fighting out of Cincinnati, has come full circle since he started boxing at the age of 15. “I started because I was doing poorly in school, cut from the basketball team,” he explained on why he chose the Sweet Science. “I didn’t want to be in the streets. It was not my character, so I had to find something else to do. A friend introduced me to boxing and I stuck with it. I eventually got my grades back up and made high honor roll.”


Herring also developed into an Olympic boxer, mostly while he was serving nine years in the U.S. Marines, and even when he was deployed twice in Iraq. He compiled an 81-15 Amatora rekordo, including top honors at the 2011 & 2012 Armed Forces Championships, 2011 Usono. Olympic Trials and 2012 US Nationals gold medalist, along with a silver medal at the 2010 World Military Games. He was the first active duty U.S. Marine to qualify for the US Boxing Team since 1992, as well as the first U.S. Marine to compete in the 2012 Olympics.

“I boxed a little during my second deployment during free time,” he noted. “I came back from my second deployment toward the end of 2007 and began boxing for the Marine Corps in 2008. Most of my amateur career came under the Marine Corps. I learned a lot traveling with the Marine Corps. I got to see more styles and competed in national tournaments as a Marine. They also had the funding to send me.”

The highlight of his amateur career was representing his country at the 2012 Olympics in London as captain of Team USA. Although he lost (19-9) in the opening round to two-time Kazakh boxer Daniyar Yeleussinov, who won gold at the 2013 World Championships and later at the 2016 Olympics, the opening Olympic ceremonies was the most memorable moment of his entire amateur boxing career for a special reason.

“That was the anniversary of my daughter’s passing,” Herring said. “It let me know that no matter what, you can still accomplish anything, even through ups and downs.”

Other members of the 2012 USA Olympic Team Herring captained included present day world champions in the pro ranks such as Errol Spence, Jr., Claressa Ŝildoj Kaj Marcus Browne, Eksa monda #?ampiono Rau’Shee Warren, and world title challengers Terrell Gausha, Michael Hunter Kaj Dominic Breazeale.


Herring remains close to USA Boxing, saying: “USA Boxing helped me because of the relationships I created, many of which still remain today. I met other fighters from around the world that I kept good relationships with. It also helped me become more of the people-person I am today. Being team captain taught me patience, because I had to deal with a lot of personalities, I still use those traits today. And I’m still close to my Olympic teammates today.”


Usona Bokso-Eks-Eks-Asocio

Created to champion a lifelong, reciproke utilaj rilatoj inter Usono-Boksado kaj ĝiaj eks-studentoj, –boksistoj, oficialuloj, trejnistoj kaj boksaj ŝatantoj — La Alumni Association ligas generaciojn de ĉampionoj, inspirante kaj redonante al la estontaj boksĉampionoj de USA Boxing, en kaj el la ringo.

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 hosted by the Alumni Association, inkluzive de ĝia ĉiujara USA Boxing Alumni Association Halo de Famo-ricevo.

Aliĝi al la Asocio de Eks-studentoj, simple registriĝu ĉe alumni@usaboxing.org por $40.00 per year membership fee. New members will receive a T-shirt, ŝlosilĉenon kaj e-monujo.



“Jamel is the perfect example of resiliency and persistence,” mentioned Chris Cugliari, Usona Direktoro de Asocio de Boksaj Eks-studentoj. “His hard work, sacrifice, and inability to quit no matter what obstacles he encounters will continue to inspire the next generation of champions for many years. The USA Boxing Alumni Association wants to thank him for all that he has given to others, both in and out of the ring.”

Nothing has ever come easy for Jamel Herring, especially his remarkable turnaround after the tragic loss of his infant daughter, Ariyanah, which happened three years to the day prior to the opening ceremonies of the Olympics.

“My road wasn’t easy,” Herring added, “I had my ups and downs. I’m an Olympian, but nothing was ever handed to me. I had to fight for everything I’ve gotten. Jen mia tempo!”

It certainly is, particularly after he defeated defending WBO super featherweight champion Masayuki Ito, this past May 25, to become world champion. Proof that good things do indeed happen to good people.


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USA Boxing Alumni Association announces Hall of Fame Class of 2018

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Roy Jones, Jr., Andre Kvartalo, Claressa Ŝildoj,
Emanuel Stevardino & Tom Cleary
Dec. 7 reception in Salt Lake City, Utah

 

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (#A?gusto 6, 2018) – The USA Boxing Alumni Association has announced its second class to be inducted into its Hall of Fame, Decembro 7, at the Radisson Hotel (215 S. Temple St.) in Salk Lake City, Utah.

 

 

 

The reception is being held in conjunction with the 2018 USA Boxing Elite and Youth National Championships and Junior and Prep Open, Dec. 2-8, also held in Salt Lake City.

 

 

 

The Class of 2018 includes U.S. Olympic Team medalists and world (Profesia) champions Roy Jones, Jr., Andre Kvartalo Kaj Claressa Ŝildoj, as well as former USA Boxing National Director of Coaching Emanuel Stevardino and veteran USA Boxing official Tom Cleary. The latter two will be posthumously inducted.

 

 

 

This year’s inductees were selected amongst a group of 17 nominees by the hundreds of registered USA Boxing Alumni Association members during the months of June and July.

 

 

 

“USA Boxing Alumni Association is extremely excited to honor this year’s Hall of Fame class, as each inductee represents everything good that amateur boxing has to offer,” Dirita Chris Cugliari, USA Boxing Alumni Association Executive Director. “Last year’s class contributed to a fantastic inaugural Hall of Fame reception and we’re looking forward to recognizing this year’s class with an even better event.”

 

 

 

Created to champion a lifelong, mutually beneficial relations between USA Boxing and its alumni, –boksistoj, oficialuloj, trejnistoj kaj boksaj ŝatantoj — La Alumni Association ligas generaciojn de ĉampionoj, inspirante kaj redonante al la estontaj boksĉampionoj de USA Boxing, en kaj el la ringo.

 

 

 

The charter class inducted last year included Mahometo Ali Kaj Evander Holyfield, in addition to veteran coaches Roosevelt Sanders Kaj Tom Coulter.

 

 

 

“Each inductee has given so much to Olympic-style amateur boxing and the alumni community wants to thank them, for doing so,” Cugliari added. “We look forward to seeing USA Boxing Alumni members come out in droves to support this year’s Hall of Fame class in December.”

 

 

 

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, including the USA Boxing Alumni Association Hall of Fame reception.

 

 

 

Aliĝi al la Asocio de Eks-studentoj, simple registriĝu ĉe alumni@usaboxing.org por $40.00 per year membership fee. New members will receive a T-shirt, ŝlosilĉenon kaj e-monujo.

 

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USA Boxing declares June “Alumni Association Membership Drive Month”

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Miguel Cotto Gerry Cooney
Jesse Vargas
Kevin McBride Reggie Johnson
Junior Jones
Michael Spinks Antonio Tarver
James Toney

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (Junio 11, 2018) – USA Boxing’s “Alumni Association Membership Drive Month” got off to a knockout start this past weekend in Canastota, Nov-Jorko, at the annual International Boxing Hall of Fame Class induction ceremonies, as nine high-profile boxers, featuring an incredible accumulate pro record of 365-51-7 (239 KOs) Kaj 24 major world titles, joined the growing USABAA ranks as proud, new members.

 

Chris Cugliari Kaj John Scully represented USA Boxing Alumni Association, manning tables at the IBHOF golf tournament and Memorabilia Show, to increase USABAA awareness and recruit new members.

 

 

 

“The spirit of amateur boxing was alive and well throughout the International Boxing Hall of Fame weekend,” explained Cugliari, USA Boxing Alumni Association Executive Director. “Information about the new USA Boxing Alumni Association was well received by the weekend’s guests, and esteemed alumni such as Jesse Vargas and Reggie Johnson mentioned that they are excited to become more involved. The Alumni Association thanks the support provided by many this weekend, particularly Micky Ward and Antonio Tarver, who continue to spread our mission.”

 

 

 

“The fact is that the vast majority of professional boxers who attend the Hall of Fame weekend at Canastota each year were at one time amateur boxers and knew each other well before they ever even turned professional,” added invaluable USABAA advisor Scully, who recruits boxers for group-sponsored events like this. “At some point in the conversations between boxers across the grounds, the topics frequently will eventually turn to their amateur days together.”

 

 

 

“The amateurs, Por mi, was about fighting for respect,” du-divido mondĉampiono Junior Jones (50-6, 28 KOs); Notita. “To go to different places and make it very far (kiel amatoro), you have to learn how to conduct yourself and transact with others.”

 

 

 

Other new USABAA members are six-time, two division world champion Miguel Cotto(41-6, 33 KOs); four-time, two division world champion, Tiel kiel 1976 Olympic gold medalist and Hall of Famer, Michael Spinks (31-1, 21 KOs); Irish heavyweight who retired Mike Tyson, Kevin McBride (35-10-1, 29 KOs); two-time, two division world championJesse Vargas (28-2-1, 10 KOs); five time world champion and 1996 Olympic bronze medalist Antonio Tarver (31-6-1, 22 KOs); two-time, two division world champion Reggie Johnson (44-7-1, 25 KOs), three-time, three division world champion James Toney (77-10-3, 47 KOs); and world heavyweight contender Gerry Cooney (38-3, 24 KOs).

 

Usona Bokso-Eks-Eks-Asocio

 

 

 

Created to champion a lifelong, mutually beneficial relations between USA Boxing and its alumni, –boksistoj, oficialuloj, trejnistoj kaj boksaj ŝatantoj — La Alumni Association ligas generaciojn de ĉampionoj, inspirante kaj redonante al la estontaj boksĉampionoj de USA Boxing, en kaj el la ringo.

 

 

 

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 hosted by the Alumni Association, inkluzive de ĝia ĉiujara USA Boxing Alumni Association Halo de Famo-ricevo.

 

 

 

Aliĝi al la Asocio de Eks-studentoj, simply register at alumni@usaboxing,.org for a $40.00 per year membership fee. New members will receive a T-shirt, ŝlosilĉenon kaj e-monujo.

 

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“I think this is great,” Jones talked about the formation of the USA Boxing Alumni Association. “Fighters who turned pro were great amateurs, but there are also a lot of amateurs who didn’t turn pro. Everybody doesn’t become champion, but they tried and gave their best, and that’s why this organization is good because all boxers are appreciated.”

 

 

 

“Although Hall of Fame weekend tends to focus on the professional careers of many fighters,” Cugliari concluded, “it was hard not to notice the effect that amateur boxing has had on the lives of many of these great champions. The USA Boxing Alumni Association wants to thank Ed Brophy for his generosity and support for boxing, and we look forward to a long partnership with the International Boxing Hall of Fame.”

 

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