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WBO Belted Yomar Álamo in Puerto Rico

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Aguas Buenas – In an emotional activity held at the Aguas Buenas Urban High School, a Organização Mundial de Boxe (WBO), together with its president, Francisco “Paco” Valcárcel, Esq., delivered the WBO North America (VIZINHO) Jr. Welterweight title to boxer Yomar “A mágica” Álamo which he won last Friday in Florida, after defeating Mexican Manuel Méndez by unanimous decision in an event promoted by All Star Boxing.

“When Yomar fought the previously, we were not pleased, Yomar’s people made the decision for him to train with Iván Calderón so that he learned some techniques that Iván had already used very well. Iván is the architect of this and I recognize his work as a coach who charge of polishing this diamond. As a fighter, Iván made 18 world title defenses in the 105 e 108 pounds of the WBO and will be a safe bet for the Hall of Fame”, Varcárcel said.

An excited Álamo said: “I am very happy with this tribute. This fight was for my people of Aguas Buenas and Puerto Rico, who so need moments of happiness. Everything can be done in life, just set some goals and fight for them, no matter how strong the winds are. If you are at the hands of Jesus Christ, our savior, nothing will be missing and I know that many young people will achieve it”.

Álamo’s trainer Iván Calderón said: “I want to thank Ángel Cotto, who was the one who physically prepared Yomar Álamo for the fight and without that work, you can’t do what you did. Thanks to Efraín Román and Armando for giving me the confidence to join the team. The discipline that Yomar had to represent Aguas Buenas with a lot of pride, knowing that his people are behind him, motivated him a lot”.

“From the Cagüitas neighborhood, we have a young man who, since he was a child, trained in the municipal gym of Aguas Buenas with Efraín Román and his father Armando Álamo. His dedication is remarkable throughout the town. Always running at 4:00 in the morning and that fills us with pride. His title is well deserved and thanks to the WBO for this great activity”, said the Aguas Buenas mayor Javier García Pérez, who was joined by the representative Jorge Navarro, on behalf of the House of Representatives of Puerto Rico.

For the WBO, other from Valcárcel, Treasurer Adolfo Flores, Vice-Chairman of the Championship Committee Enrique Mendoza, Esq, Ratings Committee Chairman Edgardo López Sasso, Esq, and adviser Gustavo Olivieri, Esq, também estiveram presentes. ��7D���z5üH

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The WBO Kids Drug Free Program Continues To Impact Puerto Rican Children

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In a festive family atmosphere, a Organização Mundial de Boxe (WBO), through its successful WBO Kids Drug Free program, delivered bicycles, school supplies and sporting goods to the children of Cubuy in the town of Canóvanas, Puerto Rico.

The event was led by the WBO President Francisco ‘Paco’ Valcárcel, Esq, coach Jesús ‘Chuito’ Ayala, and referee José H. Rivera.

“Every day we work with children to be world champions in the ring or, mais importante, in life. We work to be disciplined for life. We thank the WBO for helping in this process with their activities for the children, who are the future”, said coach Ayala.

WBO President Valcárcel told everyone present that “the work everyone is doing here is tremendous. Thanks to people like ‘Chuito’, who work very hard and unselfishly for the benefit of the children, that are our priority. Here we give them some gifts they can take home because they behaved well. If they respect their elders, behave well, and respect their parents, the Three Kings will arrive”.

Participating in the event were interim Latino WBO Heavyweight champion Víctor Bisbal, WBO Latino Jr. Welterweight champion Jean Carlos “Lobo” Torres, WBO/NABO Jr. Flyweight champion Wilfredo “Bimbito” Méndez, WBO Latino Jr. Bantamweight Champion Yenifel Vicente, and WBO Latino Featherweight Champion Luis “Popeye” Lebrón. Other boxers who were present included Alberto Mercado and David Reyes and amateur boxer Armani “The Legacy” Alméstica.

Also in the event were managers Raúl Pastrana, Margaro Cruz and José Ortíz; coaches Jesís “Tongui” Ortiz, Yoel “Yowy” González, and Oro Lebrón. The referee Roberto Ramírez,Jr., physical trainer and nutritionist DJ, and the Vice President of Spartan Boxing Club Mayra Pastrana also attended the event. For the WBO, Executive Director of the NABO / Intercontinental Diana Meléndez, the Treasurer Adolfo Flores, Vice-Chairman of the Championship Committee Enrique Mendoza, Esq, and Ratings Committee Chairman Edgardo López Sasso were present.

WBO Kids Drug Free is an international program aimed at children and young people in order to carry a message of drug prevention and motivate them to continue studying, using sports as a tool to stay on the right path, as well that support causes directed to those in need in order to ensure a better quality of life.

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WBO Kids Drug Free program visits the Sor Isolina Ferré Center in Ponce

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PONCE, Puerto Rico – In an emotional and busy Christmas activity, a Organização Mundial de Boxe (WBO) and its president Francisco “Paco” Valcárcel, accompanied by former world champions, perspectivas, WBO World Jr. Flyweight Champion Ángel Acosta, regional champions, and other figures of the sport were delivering gifts to children at the Sor Isolina Ferré Center in Ponce, as part of the successful world ‘WBO Kids Drug Free’ program.

An emotional Sister Mildred Vázquez, Spiritual Director of the centers of Puerto Rico, dito: “The WBO and Paco Valcárcel have been committed to us for around 20 years.There are many gifts that will be distributed to the other centers that we have in Puerto Rico. Since day one, which was a long time ago, I remember that Paco told us that the WBO was never going to forget us. His deed is very important for all of us. We will never forget the great help you gave us then Hurricane María hit us hard; we are very grateful”.

“Respect for the school, respect for the church, respect for their fathers and mothers, respect for the elderly and respect for their peers. Respect is the most important priority in life said our Savior”, Valcárcel expressed to the large number of children present. “Sister Sor Isolina always knew how to multiply the fish and bread. She was sent from God. They can count on us every year, the commitment will continue, and we love them very much”.

The world champion Ángel “Tito” Acosta disse: “Many children left happy with their gifts and bicycles. I always tell the youth that they have to get away from the streets to concentrate on their studies”.

Participating in the activity were Acosta, former professional basketball player Javier “Toñito” Colón, WBO Latino Featherweight Champion Luis”Popeye” Lebron, WBO Interim Latino Heavyweight Champion Víctor Bisbal, the former world champions Samuel Serrano, Alex “El Nene” Sánchez and Ángel “Cholo” espada, along with boxers Alfredo “El Salsero” Cruz, Jean M. Rivera, Edwin “Chin” Valentín, and amateur boxer Bryan Rodríguez.

Also in the event were boxing managers Margaro Cruz, coaches Jesús “Tongui” Ortiz, Ángel Vargas, Yoel “Yowy” González, and Félix Pagán Pintor, referees José Hiram Rivera and Ramón Peña; professional boxing judge César Ramos. For the WBO, other than Valcárcel, legal advisor Gustavo Olivieri, WBO Treasurer Adolfo Flores, and WBO Chairman Ratings Committee Edgardo López Sasso were also present.

WBO Kids Drug Free is an international program aimed at children and young people in order to carry a message of prevention to the use of drugs and to motivate them to continue studying, using sports as a tool to stay on good steps, as well supporting causes aimed at those in need in order to contribute to a better quality of life.

About the Sor Isolina Ferré Center:

CSIF has contributed to the well-being, security and socioeconomic development of Puerto Rico since its foundation 49 years ago at the Ponce Beach by Sister Isolina Ferré, MSBT. Its corrective programs and prevention, human development and community development provide solutions to address problems such as school dropout, violence, and unemployment and the economic crisis. The different programs and services are offered in 24 towns of the Island, including regions of Ponce, Guayama, San Juan, and Canóvanas, entre outros.

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WBO ON SAUNDERS-ANDRADE

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Organização Mundial de Boxe (WBO) President Francisco Valcárcel Mulero commented today on Billy Joe Saunders inability to defend his World Middleweight Championship, as per contractually agreed, against Demetrius Andrade on October 20th.

 

This after the Massachusetts State Athletic Commission voted today against granting him a boxing license following a failed doping test on August 30th.

 

“It is unfortunate that a boxer as talented as Saunders is facing this controversy and will not be able to defend the title,” said Valcarcel today. “The WBO will examine the situation with due diligence and proceed according to its ‘Rules & Regulations’ decide which is the proper course of action”.

 

Valcárcel, a practizing attorney, added that if Andrade fights the first available contender, the WBO Championship Committee will consider sanctioning the bout.

 

OCTOBER 11th Update:

 

WBO Statement on Billy Joe Saunders

 

WBO President Francisco ‘Paco’ Valcárcel, Esq reacted on Billy Joe Saunders’ public comments regarding his world title status:

 

“B.J. Saunders has voluntarily vacated the WBO Middleweight Title, and publicly apologized for his violation of the Massachusetts Athletic Commission’s anti-doping regulations”.

 

“Therefore, the clash between Demetrius Andrade and Walter Kautondonkwa scheduled for October 20th will now be for the vacant World Crown”.

 

"Também, I will recommend to the WBO Executive Committee that Saunders receives a six month suspension for his transgression”.

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WBO News: Wilfredo Gómez coroado "Campeão Honorífico" da Organização Mundial de Boxe

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Em uma movimentada atividade realizada em Arecibo, a Organização Mundial de Boxe (WBO), com a colaboração do ex-campeão mundial Samuel ‘El Torbellino’ Serrano, reuniu vários ex-campeões mundiais de Porto Rico, juntamente com boxeadores atuais para reconhecer a trajetória do ex-campeão mundial de três divisões Wilfredo ‘Bazooka’ Gómez.

 

 

 

“Se o WBO existisse na era Gómez, ele teria sido nosso campeão. Mas ainda o celebramos por causa de seu legado no ringue e sua grande humildade como pessoa. Este cinto que predefinimos para ele hoje o nomeia um WBO ‘Honorific Champion of Champions’, no entanto, é apenas uma pequena amostra do afeto e admiração que temos por ele,” disse o presidente WBO Francisco 'Paco’ Valcárcel.

 

 

 

Um Gomez animado disse que “Agradeço com a WBO e Paco pelo apoio e reconhecimento neste dia. Muito obrigado. Estou muito feliz com todos que estão aqui.”

 

 

 

Além de Valcárcel, Serrano e Gómez, ex-campeões mundiais Angel ‘Cholo’ espada, Alfredo ‘El Salsero’ Escadas, Orlando Fernandez, Angel ‘The Wasp’ Chacon, Josué ‘Dickie’ Camacho, Alex ‘El Nene’ estiveram presentes na festa Sánchez, John John Molina, Rafael del Valle, Ivan Calderon, Daniel ‘The Cobra; Jimenez, Nelson Dieppa, Victor ‘Luvi’ Calleja, três vezes candidato ao título mundial Wilfredo Rivera, ex-campeão da NABO Daniel ‘Pipino’ Alicea, atual boxeador Víctor Bisbal, Jean Carlos ‘Lobo’ Torres, Wilfredo ‘Bimbito’ Mendez, Luis ‘Popeye’ Lebron (WBO Latino Pluma campeão) e a campeã nacional juvenil amador Tatiana Ortíz.

 

 

 

Treinadores Dennis Pantoja, Yoel Gonzalez, Félix Pagán Pintor, Margaro Cruz, bem como os árbitros José Hiram Rivera e Roberto Ramírez, Jr., promotor Peter Rivera, e Presidente do Comitê de Classificação WBO, Edgardo López Sasso, juntamente com o consultor jurídico da WBO e membro do Comitê de Títulos Regionais da WBO, Gustavo Olivieri e outras personalidades do esporte estavam participando da atividade.

 

 

 

Gómez conquistou a medalha de ouro no primeiro campeonato mundial amador, realizada em Havana em 1974. Ele então saltou para o nível profissional e ganhou títulos mundiais em 122, 126 e 130 libras. Ele se aposentou com um histórico profissional de 44-3-1 com 42 vitórias por nocaute, e é considerado um dos melhores lutadores de todos os tempos.