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HALL OF FAMER “THE GOLDEN BOY” OSCAR DE LA HOYA TO ATTEND 2024 HALL OF FAME WEEKEND

HALL OF FAMER “THE GOLDEN BOY” OSCAR DE LA HOYATO ATTEND 2024 HALL OF FAME WEEKEND Hall of Fame’s 35th Anniversary Celebration set for June 6 – 9
CANASTOTA, NY – MARCH 18, 2024 The International Boxing Hall of Fame and Museum, which is celebrating its 35th Anniversary in 2024, is pleased to announce that Hall of Famer “The Golden Boy” Oscar De La Hoya will attend the Banquet of Champions and other events planned for planned for the 2024 Hall of Fame Induction Weekend set for June 6-9.
“From Olympic gold to world titles in six divisions, Oscar De La Hoya captured the imagination of boxing fans around the world,” said Hall of Fame director Edward Brophy. “We are very much looking forward to welcoming ‘The Golden Boy’ back to Canastota for the Hall of Fame’s 35th Anniversary celebration.”

De La Hoya capped a 223-5 (153 Ko) amateur career by capturing lightweight gold at the 1992 Olympic jwèt. He turned pro the same year and captured his first world title – the WBO super featherweightin only his 12th pro bout and would go on to win 10 world titles in six weight divisions.

Among the champions he defeated include Jorge Paez, John John Molina, Rafael Ruelas, Genaro Hernandez, Ike Quartey, Fernando Vargas, Ricardo Mayorga and Hall of Famers Hector Camacho, Julio Cesar Chavez, Pernell Whitaker and Arturo Gatti.

One of the biggest pay per view attractions in boxing history. De La Hoya retired in 2008 with a pro record of 39-6 (30 Ko). Nan 2002 he established promotional powerhouse Golden Boy Promotions. Nan 2014 “The Golden Boy” was elected into the Hall of Fame in his first year of eligibility.

An impressive list of over 35 boxing greats from the United States and abroad, including the Class of 2024, returning Hall of Famers and special guests will participate in the Hall of Fame Weekend celebration.

The Class of 2024 to be honored includes boxers Ricky Hatton, Ivan Calderon, Diego Corrales (posthumous), Michael Moorer, Jane Couch, Ana Maria Torres, Luis Angel Firpo (posthumous), Theresa Kibby (posthumous), antrenè Kenny Adams, manadjè Jackie Kallen, publicist Fred Sternburg, journalist Wallace Matthews and broadcaster Nick Charles (posthumous).
The Class of 2024 will be honored during the Hall of Fame Induction Weekend on June 6-9, 2024, in “Boxing’s Hometown.” Many events will take place in Canastota and nearby Turning Stone Resort Casino throughout the four-day celebration including ringside talks, fist casting, fight night, 5K race / fun run, boxing autograph card show, banquet, parade and induction ceremony.

Complete event details can be found on www.ibhof.com. For more information on the 2024 Hall of Fame Induction Weekend, tanpri rele (315) 697-7095.

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About the International Boxing Hall of Fame
The International Boxing Hall of Fame opened to the public in 1989 and is dedicated to preserving the legacy of the great sport of boxing. Located in Canastota, New York, it serves as a tribute to the world’s finest boxers and contributors to the sport, allowing boxing enthusiasts to appreciate and celebrate the rich history and tradition of boxing.

The International Boxing Hall of Fame is located at Exit 34 of the New York State Thruway. Hours of operation are Monday-Sunday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
TURNING STONE RESORT CASINOOFFICIAL RESORT CASINO OF THE INTERNATIONAL BOXING HALL OF FAME WEEKEND
The multi-year partnership between Turning Stone Resort Casino and the International Boxing Hall of Fame spotlights the entire region, garnering national attention and boosting tourism in Central New York. The partnership includes a series of nationally televised boxing events at Turning Stone, culminating every year in June with an elaborate and bigger-than-ever International Boxing Hall of Fame Weekend with several exciting events in Madison County and Oneida County throughout the four-day celebration.

MetroPCS Friday Night Knockout on truTVContinues Tomorrow, Vandredi, Me 15, nan 10 p.m. AK

 

Card Highlighted by Title Bout Between Jose Benavidez Jr. & Jorge Paez, Jr.

truTV and Top Rank will exclusively present the MetroPCS Vandredi swa pentch sou truTV, a live primetime boxing series on Vandredi, Me 15, nan 10 p.m. AK from the US Airway Center in Phoenix. The new boxing series, pwodwi nan asosyasyon avèk Turner Espò ak HBO Espò, will feature a 12-round bout for the WBA interim World Super Lightweight title between champion Jose Benavidez, Jr. (22-0-0, 15 Ko), fighting in his hometown against Jorge Paez, Jr. (38-5-2, 23 Ko) nan Meksik. Anplis de sa, Antonio Orozco (21-0-0, 15 Ko) ap rankontre Emanuel Taylor (18-3-0, 12 Ko) nan yon 10-wonn super ki lejè bout. Following is additional information, including profile features, on the boxers.

 

Main Evènman: 12-Round Bout for the WBA interim World Super Lightweight Championship

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Jose Benavidez, Jr. (Champ) Jorge Paez, Jr.

22-0-0, 15 KOs vs. 38-5-2, 23 Ko

Laj: 22 (5/15/92) Laj: 27 (11/30/87)

Li te fèt: Panorama City, CA Born: Baja California, Meksik

Resides: Phoenix, AZ Resides: Baja California, Meksik

Tay: 5’11” Height: 5’7”

Rive nan: 73” Reach: 70"

 

10-Round Super lejè Bout

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Antonio Orozco Emanuel Taylor

21-0-0, 15 KOs vs. 18-3-0, 12 Ko

Laj: 27 (10/30/87) Laj: 24 (12/20/90)

Li te fèt: Baja California, Mexico Born: Edgewater, MD

Resides: San Diego, CA Resides: Edgewood Arsenal, MD

Tay: 5’7” Height: 5’7½”

Rive nan: 70” Reach: 65"

 

Prezantasyon rezo a ap prezante itilize nan kontinye nan “Spidercam” teknoloji, premye a nan kalite li yo pou yon ap viv difuze domestik boksè, providing dynamic coverage during the series. “Spidercam” operates on a four-point system of cables from designated points beyond the corners of the boxing ring. Kamera a sispann gen kapasite a bay irezistib ang 360-degre nan aksyon an ki gen ladan kapasite a pou avanse pou pi nan twa dimansyon - gòch / dwat, pou pi devan / bak ak moute / desann.

 

Kòmantatè pou evènman an ap gen ladan Kevin Bal (play-by-play) akTimote Bradley (analyst and former WBO welterweight champion and former WBO and two-time WBC junior welterweight champion), Ray "bri bri" Mancini (analyst and 2015 International Boxing Hall of Fame inductee; former NABF and WBA lightweight champion) ak Crystina Poncher (reporter). Fèmen soutit nan lang Panyòl yo ap disponib pou difuze nan truTV.

 

As part of its entitlement sponsorship of the boxing series on truTV, MetroPCS will receive camera-visible center ring and corner pad brand placement for each fight, as well as inclusion in all promotional messaging across truTV and other Turner Broadcasting networks.

 

Visit the Turner Sports online pressroom for additional press materials; follow Turner Sports on Twitter at TurnerSportsPR.

MetroPCS Friday Night Knockout on truTV Continues Friday, Me 15, nan 10 p.m. AK

Card Highlighted by Title Bout Between Jose Benavidez Jr. & Jorge Paez, Jr.

truTV and Top Rank will exclusively present the MetroPCS Vandredi swa pentch sou truTV, a live primetime boxing series on Vandredi, Me 15, nan 10 p.m. AK from the US Airway Center in Phoenix. The new boxing series, pwodwi nan asosyasyon avèk Turner Espò ak HBO Espò, will feature a 12-round bout for the WBA interim World Super Lightweight title between champion Jose Benavidez, Jr. (22-0-0, 15 Ko), fighting in his hometown against Jorge Paez, Jr. (38-5-2, 23 Ko) nan Meksik. Anplis de sa, Antonio Orozco (21-0-0, 15 Ko) ap rankontre Emmanuel Taylor (18-3-0, 12 Ko) nan yon 10-wonn super ki lejè bout.

 

Kòmantatè pou evènman an ap gen ladan Kevin Bal providing play-by-play with analysts Timote Bradley ak Ray "bri bri" Mancini ak repòtè Crystina Poncher. Kugler is a veteran announcer who has called college basketball and NFL coverage for Westwood One and college football for the Big Ten Network. Bradley is a former WBO welterweight champion and former WBO and two-time WBC junior welterweight champion. Mancini is a 2015 International Boxing Hall of Fame inductee and former NABF and WBA lightweight champion. Poncher is a commentator and reporter for Top Rank, kòm byen ke yon lame, repòtè ak Korespondan pou NFL Rezo ak NFL.com. Fèmen soutit nan lang Panyòl yo ap disponib pou difuze nan truTV.

 

Prezantasyon rezo a ap prezante itilize nan kontinye nan “Spidercam” teknoloji, premye a nan kalite li yo pou yon ap viv difuze domestik boksè, providing dynamic coverage during the series. “Spidercam” operates on a four-point system of cables from designated points beyond the corners of the boxing ring. Kamera a sispann gen kapasite a bay irezistib ang 360-degre nan aksyon an ki gen ladan kapasite a pou avanse pou pi nan twa dimansyon - gòch / dwat, pou pi devan / bak ak moute / desann.

 

As part of its entitlement sponsorship of the boxing series on truTV, MetroPCS will receive camera-visible center ring and corner pad brand placement for each fight, as well as inclusion in all promotional messaging across truTV and other Turner Broadcasting networks.

 

Visit the Turner Sports online pressroom for additional press materials; follow Turner Sports on Twitter at TurnerSportsPR.