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Roy Jones Jr. Boxing Promotions BringsThe Dragon” & “Bero” to April 16th “Knockout Night at the D” Ekitaldia

Live on CBS Sports Network from DLVEC in Las Vegas

LAS VEGAS (March 28, 2016) – D Las Vegas eta Downtown Las Vegas Events Center (DLVEC), along with Neon Star Media, announced today that Roy Jones Jr. (RJJ) Boxeo Promozioak is the licensed promoter of record for the 2016 “Knockout Night at the D” boxing series to be held at the DLVEC.
UTB. 16garren “Knockout Night at the D” event will air Larunbata Gau, April 16 (8 p.m. PT / 11 p.m. ETA), bizi CBS Sports Network from the DLVEC outdoor venue in the fight capital of the world, Las Vegas.
RJJ promises fans in attendance and those watching live on CBS Sports Network will feel the heat of the 10-round main event as The Dragon,” Steve CLAGGETT, gudu “Bero,” Chris Van Heerden, in a fan-friendly welterweight showdown.
We are truly passionate about bringing outdoor boxing back to Las Vegas and are excited to work with Roy Jones Jr. to showcase local fighters and give them an amazing platform at ,” esan Derek Stevens, Owner and CEO of the D Las Vegas and DLVEC. “We feel this fight series will become a major event in the city’s boxing scene, as it will bring together world-class athletes, local businesses and fans from near and far.
Anytime I have the opportunity to showcase my fighters in Las Vegas and put on a show is a win-win for me and Roy Jones Jr. Boxeo Promozioak,” commented Roy Jones Jr., Co-Founder of RJJ. “Las Vegas has helped make my career what it is today; it feels like home to me. ‘Knockout Night at the Dis going to be a spectacular night for boxing and the fans. Downtown Las Vegas Event Center is an outstanding venue for boxing fansthere isn’t a bad seat in the house!”
I’m honored to work with such a reputable venue such as the Downtown Las Vegas Center,” remarked Keith Veltre, CEO / Co-Founder of Roy Jones Jr. Promozioak. “This venue is exactly what the boxing community needs to spark the excitement of boxing that ‘Knockout Night at the Dwill deliver. The team has been very accommodating to RJJ and it is a pleasure to work with a class act. We are happy to call the Downtown Las Vegas Event Center home to RJJ.
CLAGGETT (23-3-1, 16 Kos), 26, is the reigning Canadian Professional Boxing Council and Canadian welterweight champion. As an amateur in Calgary, he captured four Alberta Championships and three Golden Gloves titles, all prior to his 18garren urtebetetze.
South African-native Van Heerden (23-1-1, 12 Kos), fighting out of Santa Monica (ESATERAKO), is a former International Boxing Organization (IBO) eta Nazioarteko Boxeo Federazioa (IBF) welterweight txapeldun. (Van Heerden is pictured to the left.)
The 8-round co-feature matches undefeated Lancaster, California NeecoRoosterMacias (11-0, 4 Kos) aurka Limberth Ponce, Jr.. (10-2, 8 Kos), of Rock Island, Illinois. Unbeaten Baltimore welterweight prospect Malik Hawkins (6-0, 5 Kos) is scheduled to fight an opponent to be determined in a 4-round bout.
The remainder of the undercard features promising Las Vegas-based prospects in four-round bouts: welterweight Jeremy “J FlashNichols (2-0, 2 Kos), junior featherweight Sal Perez (2-0) eta bantamweight Sergio Lopez (2-3, 1 KO). Nichols (ezkerreko irudian) gained invaluable experience as a sparring partner for Floyd Mayweather, Jr.. for his mega-fight versus Manny Pacquiao.
Borrokak eta borrokalari guztiak dira aldaketaren menpe.
Sarrerak, tasatuak $149.99 VIP ringside, $119.00 ringside, $74.99 seated and $29.99 rear seated, are on sale at www.Ticketmaster.com edowww.DLVEC.com. Taxes and fees apply to all sold tickets.
Ateak irekita 5:00 p.m. PT irekiera bout programatuta dituzten 6:30 p.m. PT.
The “Knockout Night at the D” series was developed in partnership with DLVEC and Neon Star Media.
CBS Sports Network is available across the country through local cable, bideo eta telco hornitzaileak eta satelite DIRECTV Channel bidez 221 eta plater Network Channel 158. Informazio gehiago lortzeko, programazio ordutegia osoa barne, eta nola CBS Sports Network lortzeko, joanwww.cbssportsnetwork.com.
TITLE Boxing is the official apparel and gloves partner for the “Knockout Night at the D” serie.
INFORMAZIOA:
Twitter: @thedlasvegas, @dlvec, @DerekJStevens, @BoxingatheDLV, RoyJonesJRFA
Instagram: @dlvec, @thedlasvegas
Follow these fighters on Twitter: @SDragonClaggett, @TheHeat001 (Van Heerden), @Limbo_1991 (Ponce)

WORLD SERIES itzaltze ADIERAZPENA MMA legeztatzeko IN NEW YORK ON

LAS VEGAS (March 22, 2016) - New York Estatuko gainditu mugarri legeria gaur etorkizunean Mixed Martial Arts ahalbidetuko (MMA) lehiaketak ospatuko den ez.

World Series Fighting CEO of Carlos Silva honako ohar hauek egin:

“Hau da gure kirol handia da egun zirraragarria eta historiko bat da. Those who have been lobbying for the legalization of MMA in NY State, barne World Fighting en COO berria Series Michael Mersch, beren iraunkortasuna eta konpromisoa behar commended legeria igarotzea izango dela, azkenik baimendu zale zuzeneko MMA ikustera Empire State bidez ikusten den, eta han lehiatzeko borrokalariak. We recently opened an office in Manhattan so, gure telebista bikotearekin batera, NBC, Aurrera begira ari gara gure MMA profesionalak New Yorkera marka oso laster jarriz. "

KNOCKOUT NIGHT AT THE DFIGHT CARD FOR MARCH 12 CANCELLED

LAS VEGAS – “Knockout Night at the D,” the boxing fight card to feature headliners Zab Judah vs. Josh Torres at the Downtown Las Vegas Events Center (DLVEC), has been cancelled for Larunbata, March 12.
Derek Stevens, CEO of D Las Vegas and DLVEC, esan, “Last night, I received multiple calls from the Nevada Athletic Commission regarding eligibility concerns. After our discussions, it became apparent the fight card could not move forward. Although I’m disappointed with the situation, I appreciate the phone calls and look forward to working with the Nevada Athletic Commission on future boxing events at the DLVEC.
Iaz, DLVEC launched several successful boxing events, with Stevens leading the charge to bring outdoor boxing back to Las Vegas.
All ticket purchases will be reimbursed. Credit card transactions will be automatically refunded and cash refunds will be issued at their point of purchase.
About Downtown Las Vegas Events Center
Hirugarren St izkinan at dago. eta Carson Ave. parean D Las Vegas, Downtown Las Vegas Events Center egonaldi to 11,000 gonbidatuak eta egoera-de-la-art etapa ezaugarriek, Soinu eta argiztapena. Atari zabaleko diseinua da bai turista eta locals gonbidatuz eta kontzertuak Leku ezin hobea eskaintzen, hitzarmen eta beste eskala handiko ekitaldiak. Downtown Las Vegas espiritua uninhibited besarkatzen, Euskalduna Jauregian berria ostalari du komisarioa ekitaldiak ataria kontzertuak line-up batean, elikagaien jaialdi eta gehiago. Euskalduna Jauregian izango da, halaber, Las Vegas lehen entretenimendua arena Bitcoin moneta gisa onartzea. Informazio gehiago lortzeko, bisita www.dlvec.com edo Facebook-en jarraitu, Instagram and Twitter at DLVEC.

TOP PERFORMING VARSITY HIGH SCHOOL PLAYERS FACE-OFF IN THE 1ST ANNUAL LAS VEGAS BASKETBALL CLASSIC TUESDAY, MARCH 15 AT SPRING VALLEY HIGH SCHOOL IN LAS VEGAS

LAS VEGAS (March 9, 2016) – Top performing varsity high school players will showcase their talent in the 1st Annual Las Vegas Basketball Classic on Asteartea, March 15 at Spring Valley High School Las Vegas, with the event starting at 5:00 p.m. ateak ireki 4:30 p.m.
The evening begins with two all-star games featuring elite players from high schools across the city. The girlsgame will kick off the event with a boysgame to follow. The excitement doesn’t stop there, further action on the court will feature 3-point and slam-dunk contests. Professional boxer Ashley Theophane of Mayweather Promotions and UNLV Running Rebels Men’s Basketball Center Stephen Zimmerman will judge the dunk contest, in addition to other special guests.
We are excited to bring the inaugural edition of this great event that focuses on student athletes who are working hard in school and on the court. We’re always looking for opportunities to give young athletes a platform to showcase their talent and have some fun doing it,” said Floyd Mayweather, Mayweather Promozioak lehendakaria, which is sponsoring the event alongside of The Money Team. “This is a great way for them to challenge themselves to be the best by going up against other top prospects in the city.
Gertaera sarrerak, which is presented by The Floyd Mayweather Jr. Foundation and Right Hook Promotions are priced at $10 for adults and $5 ikasleentzat, eta salgai daude orain. Sarrerak erosteko, bisita: TFMJF.org/events. Other sponsors include: Premier Ball, Team Believe, The Movement, & Soul Food Cafe.
I’ve known Floyd, Leonard, Nicole and Kenny of Mayweather Promotions for quite some time,” said Towan Butler, CEO of Right Hook Promotions. “I have done a few shows in boxing, and it was only right for us to eventually do something together. It feels good to be able to give back by bringing this type of event to the Clark County School District and the City of Las Vegas, especially with the champ’s foundation involved, it only gave this event greater appeal and I sincerely appreciate it. I hope we do many events together in the future.
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Claggett vs. Bryan tops “Knockout Night at the D” Undercard

On berehalako
Judah vs. Torres headlines Larunbat honetan Gau
Live on CBS Sports Network from DLVEC in Las Vegas
LAS VEGAS (March 7, 2016) – Canadian welterweight champion Steve “The Dragon” CLAGGETT takes on veteran Jeremy “Hollywood” Bryan in an 8-round Special Attraction, providing chief undercard support Larunbat honetan for the inaugural event kicking-off “Knockout Night at the D”, airing (8 p.m. PT / 11 p.m. ETA) bizi CBS Sports Network from the Downtown Las Vegas Events Center (DLVEC).
Aurkezlea D Las Vegas and promoted Englebrecht Promotions, du “Knockout Night at the D” serie’ inaugurazio ekitaldi Itsasoa. 12 will take place inside the DLVEC’s tent, located in the heart of the downtown Las Vegas casino district, one block away from the world famous Fremont Street (200 S. 3rd St.).
Bost denbora, bi zatiketa munduko txapeldun Zab “Super” Juda (42-9, 29 Kos) aurpegiak apurtutzat zabaltasuna Josh “Pitbull” Torres (15-4-2, 7 Kos) in the 10-round main event of theKnockout Night at Dnew monthly pro boxing series,
Rising star lightweight star ChuyEl Huracan” Gutierrez (14-0-1, 4 Kos) aurpegiak Leon “The Third GenerationSpinks III (11-3-1, 7 Kos) in the 8-round co-feature.
CLAGGETT (23-3-1, 16 Kos), 26, is the reigning Canadian Professional Boxing Council and Canadian welterweight titles. As an amateur in Calgary, he captured four Alberta Championships and three Golden Gloves titles, all prior to his 18garren urtebetetze.
At the famous Wildcard Gym in Los Angeles, Claggett gained invaluable experience working with Hall of Fame trainer Freddie Roach. He also benefitted from working out at Mayweather Gym in Las Vegas, where he learned from trainer Roger Mayweather, and sparred there with two-division world champion Jesse Vargas. During his 7 ½ year career, Claggett has also sparred with great fighters such as Judah and Alfonso Gomez, baita Urbano Antillon during training camp in preparation for his world title fight against Humberto Soto.
An outstanding U.S. boxeolari amateur, Bryan (17-6, 7 Kos), of Patterson, NJ, has been a gatekeeper of the welterweight division the past few years. Zen bat 2004 eta 2005 National Golden Gloves light welterweight champion, baita 2004 Under-19 and 2005 National PAL 139-pound class gold medalist. At 2008 US Olympic Trials, he was eliminated by future professional world champion Danny Garcia, who Bryan had defeated in the opening round.
During his pro career, Bryan has pulled off several upsets, including an eighth-round decisions in 2013 ra Yuri Ramananau (22-2) in Miami and Kinda issouf (16-1) New Yorken. Bryan has also taken top contenders and promising prospects the full distance, albeit in losing efforts, such as Amir I, Sadam Ali, Mikael Zewski eta Raymond Serrano.
The remainder of the undercard showcases promising prospects in four-round bouts: Las Vegas junior featherweight Salvador Perez (2-0) vs. Fabian Naranjo (3-2-1, 1 KO), Mexikoko, Las Vegas welterweight Jeremy “J FlashNichols (2-0, 2 Kos) vs. Jason Gavino (3-1, 2 Kos), Mexikoko, and New Jersey heavyweight Dakota Walker (1-0, 1 KO) vs.Cashton Young (1-0, 1 KO), Los Angeleseko. Nichols (ezkerreko irudian) gained invaluable experience as a sparring partner for Floyd Mayweather, Jr.. for his mega-fight versus Manny Pacquiao.
Borrokak eta borrokalari guztiak dira aldaketaren menpe.
Sarrera mugatuak, tasatuak $65.00 ringside and $20.00 seated general admission, remain on sale at www.Ticketmaster.com edo www.DLVEC.com. Suites are $1000.00, gehienez 10 gonbidatuak, and includes a beverage package. Taxes and fees apply to all sold tickets.
Ateak irekita 5:00 p.m. PT irekiera bout programatuta dituzten 6:30 p.m. PT.
The “Knockout Night at the D” series was developed in partnership with DLVEC and Neon Star Media.
CBS Sports Network is available across the country through local cable, bideo eta telco hornitzaileak eta satelite DIRECTV Channel bidez 221 eta plater Network Channel 158. Informazio gehiago lortzeko, programazio ordutegia osoa barne, eta nola CBS Sports Network lortzeko, joan www.cbssportsnetwork.com.
TITLE Boxing is the official apparel and gloves partner for the “Knockout Night at the D”
serie.
INFORMAZIOA:
Twitter: @thedlasvegas, @dlvec, @DerekJStevens, @BoxingatheDLV
Instagram: @dlvec, @thedlasvegas
Follow these fighters on Twitter: @SuperJudah, @PitbullTorres, @ElHuracan88, @LeonSpinksIII, @SDragonClaggett, @RealTeamBryan

Chuy Gutierrez & Leon Spinks III: You will know my name!

Judah vs. Torres headlines “Knockout Night at the D”
Itsasoa. 12 live on CBS Sports Network from DLVEC in Las Vegas
LAS VEGAS (March 3, 2016) – Rising star lightweight star ChuyEl Huracan” Gutierrez(14-0-1, 4 Kos) and his March 12garren Aurkari, Leon “The Third GenerationSpinks III(11-3-1, 7 Kos), are both looking to make their own mark in their 8-round “Knockout Night at the D” co-feature. Gutierrez is seeking to expand his marquee on a national level, while Spinks attempts to shine on his own terms despite his spotlight catching last name.
Bost denbora, bi zatiketa munduko txapeldun Zab “Super” Juda (42-9, 29 Kos) hartzenJosh “Pitbull” Torres (15-4-2, 7 Kos), in the 10-round main event of the inaugural show of the new monthly pro boxing series, “Knockout Night at the D”, airing (8 p.m. PT / 11 p.m. ETA) bizi CBS Sports Network from the Downtown Las Vegas Events Center (DLVEC).
Aurkezlea D Las Vegas and promoted Englebrecht Promotions, du “Knockout Night at the D” serie’ inaugurazio ekitaldi Itsasoa. 12 will take place inside the DLVEC’s 20,000-square-foot tent, located in the heart of the downtown Las Vegas casino district, one block away from the world famous Fremont Street (200 S. 3rd St.).
The 27-year-old Gutierrez (14-0-1, 4 Kos), Las Vegas kanpo borrokan, is ready to make a name for himself and Mar. 12garren is scheduled to be his coming out party on a national stage. He’s rapidly become a fan favorite in Las Vegas because of his exciting, aggressive style of fighting. Chuy’s ready to spread his wings, now being showcased fighting on national television, and expand his growing fan-base.
Born in the fertile boxing town of Sinaloa, Mexikon, which produced Hall of Famer Julio Cesar Chavez, Sr., beste askoren artean, Gutierrez is making up for lost time. He was a baseball prospect who didn’t box until he was 21. “I played sports in high school, baseball was my first love, and I dreamed of becoming a big leaguer,” Gutierrez said. “Boxing found me. I was attending college at Southern Nevada and working, but the first day I walked into Johnny Tocco’s gym, I fell in love with boxing. I’ve watched so many greats train there and I learned a lot from them.
I have a lot of respect for Spinks, but I’m just fighting the man, not his family. His grandfather was world champion, but I’m not fighting his grandfather. I’m excited to be fighting him on CBS Sports Network.
Spinks (11-3-1, 7 Kos), who fights out of Huntington Beach, ESATERAKO, is not only the grandson of former world heavyweight champion and 1976 Olinpiar Jokoetan urrezko dominaren, Neon” Leon Spinks, his great uncle is world light heavyweight and heavyweight champion, izateaz gain 1976 Olinpiar Jokoetan urrezko dominaren, Michael Spinks. And young Leon, aktibatuta 28 this past Valentine’s Day, is also the nephew of former 2-division world champion Cory Spinks.
His familiar last name in boxing has been a blessing, albeit one that has also put a lot of pressure on Leon. “Things have always been that way (presioa) because I’m named after my grandfather, ‘Pops,'Leon III explained. “From the beginning of my pro career, I was put in tough fights because of my name, just tough fightsreal wars.
I got to 8-0 but that hurt me because I couldn’t get good fights. But I’ve always really been my own man. This is a very, oso, very big event for me, my family will be in the house supporting me.
Borrokak eta borrokalari guztiak dira aldaketaren menpe.
Sarrera mugatuak, tasatuak $65.00 ringside and $20.00 seated general admission, remain on sale at www.Ticketmaster.com edo www.DLVEC.com. Suites are $1000.00, gehienez 10 gonbidatuak, and includes a beverage package. Taxes and fees apply to all sold tickets.
Ateak irekita 5:00 p.m. PT irekiera bout programatuta dituzten 6:00 p.m. PT.
The “Knockout Night at the D” series was developed in partnership with DLVEC and Neon Star Media.
CBS Sports Network is available across the country through local cable, bideo eta telco hornitzaileak eta satelite DIRECTV Channel bidez 221 eta plater Network Channel 158. Informazio gehiago lortzeko, programazio ordutegia osoa barne, eta nola CBS Sports Network lortzeko, joan www.cbssportsnetwork.com.
TITLE Boxing is the official apparel and gloves partner for the “Knockout Night at the D” serie.
INFORMAZIOA
Twitter: @thedlasvegas, @dlvec, @DerekJStevens
Instagram: @dlvec, @thedlasvegas
Follow these fighters on Twitter: @SuperJudah, @PitbullTorres, @ElHuracan88, @LeonSpinksIII.

RFA RETURNS TO SOUTH DAKOTA IN APRIL WITH CHAMPIONSHIP DOUBLEHEADER

Ekitaldi nagusia: RAFAEL VIANA vs. DEVIN CLARK LIGHT-HEAVYWEIGHT WORLD TITLE
CO-zita nagusia:
LEANDRO HIGO vs.

JOEY MIOLLA
BANTAMWEIGHT WORLD TITLE
ERREPORTAIA BORROKA:
Jordon LARSON vs. BRIAN CAMOZZI
WELTERWEIGHT WAR
OSTIRALA, APRIL 15TH, 2016 AXS TV Live
LIVE at the SANFORD PENTAGON in SIOUX FALLS, SOUTH DAKOTA
Sarrerak salgai Orain at Ticketmaster.com
LAS VEGAS, Nevada – Resurrección Fighting Aliantza (RFA) president Ed Soares announced today that the RFA will be returning to South Dakota in April and is set to crown its first light-heavyweight champion and a new bantamweight champion. Ekitaldi nagusian, DevinBrown BearClark will fight for a world title in his hometown against top Brazilian prospect RafaelGauchoViana. Co-nagusia gertatuz gero, Joey “Beast” Miolla and Leandro “Pitbull” Higo will battle for the vacant bantamweight crown.
RFA 37 – Viana vs. Clark takes place Ostirala, April 15th Sanford Pentagonoan Sioux Falls at, South Dakota. Txartel nagusia osoan zuzeneko telebistaz egingo dira eta AXS telebistan nazionala 10 p.m. ETA/ 7 p.m. PT.
I am excited to announce that the RFA will be bringing two world title fights to South Dakota in April,” Esanda Soares. “Rafael Viana and Devin Clark are undefeated and two of the top 205-pound prospects in the world. They will compete for the inaugural RFA light-heavyweight title in the main event of RFA 37. Co-kartel-buru In, Joey Miolla and Leandro Higo will both return to the Sanford Pentagon to fight for the vacant RFA bantamweight title.
RFA sarrerak 37 – Viana vs Clark are available for purchase through Ticketmaster.com. You can also support your favorite fighter buy purchasing your tickets through CageTix.com/RFA.
Clark (5-0) is the most successful 205-pound fighter in RFA history and is looking to become the promotion’s first light-heavyweight champion in front of his hometown crowd. Clark is an NJCAA wrestling champion and a Golden Gloves boxing champion that has quickly seen his name rise to the top of several MMA light-heavyweight prospect rankings. The Lincoln High School graduate has earned over half of his career wins inside the RFA Octagon and will be looking for the biggest win of his career in the main event of RFA 37.
It’s an honor to fight for the inaugural RFA light-heavyweight title in front of my hometown crowd in Sioux Falls,” stated Clark. “Becoming the first RFA light-heavyweight champion will mean even more to me since I get to do it against such a talented and tough opponent.
Viana (6-0) is the older brother of Bellator star Guilherme Viana and he also trains alongside UFC star Glover Teixeira. He is a BJJ black belt and the reigning Shooto Brasil light-heavyweight champion. Viana, like Clark, has proven to be clinical with his finishing ability and is eager to fight outside of his native Brazil for the first time. His international debut will also be his first fight televised worldwide and Viana is looking to take full advantage of it.
I am very honored to be given this opportunity,” stated Viana. “This will be my first international fight and it is a great honor to fight for the inaugural RFA light-heavyweight title. I will put on a great show for the fans at RFA 37.
RFA gertatuz co-nagusia 37 will culminate in crowning the third bantamweight champion in RFA history. The first two champions, Pedro Munhoz and Luke Sanders, joan 4-0 in the RFA before signing with the UFC. The vacant RFA bantamweight title will be up for grabs between two men who made their RFA debut on the same card last summer in back-to-back bouts. Joey Miolla (8-1) and Leandro Higo (15-2) represented their home countries on the historic “USA vs. BRAZILevent that took place last August at RFA 29. Both men were victorious that night and showed why they are two of the most highly-regarded 135-pound prospects in the sport. On Ostirala, April 15th, Miolla and Higo will face off inside the same building that they made their RFA debut last summer, but this time the winner will be walking away with RFA gold strapped around their waist.
RFA 37 will also feature one of South Dakota’s favorite sons as Jordon Larson (6-2) is set to return in the welterweight feature fight. Larson will be making his fourth appearance for the RFA in his hometown of Sioux Falls against Colorado native Brian Camozzi (5-2). Larson, who has been the recipient of three of the loudest ovations in RFA history, will once again make the walk to the RFA Octagon in front of his adoring hometown fans. He will face Camozzi, who is the younger brother of UFC star Chris Camozzi. The younger Camozzi brother made a huge statement in his RFA debut in January. He showcased his dynamic skill set by becoming the first person to finish Tyler Milner and he did it in less than one round.
RFA 37 – Viana vs Clark takes place Ostirala, April 15th Sanford Pentagonoan Sioux Falls at, South Dakota. Additional bouts on the main card and preliminary card of RFA 37 laster jakinaraziko da. This will be the promotion’s fourth event to take place in “Rushmore mendia Estatuak” of South Dakota and it will be the fourth RFA event of 2016. The RFA txartel nagusia osoan 37 zuzeneko telebistaz egingo da eta AXS telebistan nazionala 10 p.m. ETA / 7 p.m. PT hauOstirala, April 15th.
Please visit RFAfighting.com for bout updates and information. RFA is also on Facebook at Facebook.com/RFAfighting, At Instagram RFAfighting, and Twitter at RFAfighting.

Zab Judah fighting to become 6-time world champion

Josh Torres looking for upset to
Make name for himself & NM boxers
“Knockout Night at the D”, Itsasoa. 12 at DLVEC in Las Vegas
Live on CBS Sports Network
LAS VEGAS (March 1, 2016) – Future Hall of Fame candidate Zab “Super” Juda bere ondarearen alde borrokatzen ari da. His road back to the top starts Larunbata Gau,March 12, against upset-minded Josh “Pitbull” Torres, in the 10-round main event kicking off the new monthly pro boxing series, “Knockout Night at the D”, zuzeneko airing (8 p.m. PT / 11 p.m. ETA) on CBS Sports Network live from the Downtown Las Vegas Events Center (DLVEC).
Aurkezlea D Las Vegas eta Downtown Las Vegas Events Center, along with Neon Star Media and Roy Englebrecht Promotions, du “Knockout Night at the D” serie’ inaugurazio ekitaldi Itsasoa. 12 will take place inside the DLVEC’s 20,000-square-foot tent, located in the heart of the downtown Las Vegas casino district, one block away from the world famous Fremont Street (200 S. 3rd St.).
Juda (42-9, 29 Kos), Las Vegas kanpo borrokan, has been a professional boxer for nearly 20 urte. The southpaw has defeated seven world champions during his outstanding career: Junior Witter, Terron Millet, DeMarcus Corley, Raphael Pineda, Corey Spinks, Joshua Clottey eta(interim champ) Lucas Matthysse. The Brooklyn native has an outstanding 11-8 (9 Kos) record in world title fights.
Orain, arren, his past is in the rearview mirror and Judah’s on a mission to capture his sixth world title. That’s what drives the 38-year-old originally from Brooklyn. “I’m very happy to be headlining the first show of the ‘Knockout Night at the D’ serie,” Judah said. “I’m always comfortable and happy in the squared ring. I enjoy the sport of boxing and have one more goalto be six-time world champion of the world!”
Due to a variety of reasons, Judah has been out of action for two years, but that doesn’t necessarily mean he hasn’t been ready to rock in the ring. “Oso hunkituta nago Biribilean atzera izateko,” Judah remarked. “I helped Floyd (Mayweather) get ready for (Manny)Pacquiao and last May came out of that camp in great shape. I’ve been ready to fight since then.
I’ve studied him (Torres) and he’s a hungry, young guy with a great opportunity in front of him. We aren’t overlooking him.
The 24-year-old Torres (15-4-2, 7 Kos) may not have the same name recognition as many of Judah’s past opponents, but the determined prospect from Albuquerque, NM has nothing to lose and everything to gain fighting Judah.
I believe this fight can be life changing, not only for me, but also for upcoming New Mexico fighters,” Torres commented. “Boxing doesn’t get a lot of attention in my state.
Torres is a protégé of the late 5-time world championJohnny Tapia. His brother-in-law, Chris Chavez, now trains Torres, who has been sparring with fellow New Mexican and former world junior middleweight champion, Austin Trout, to prepare for the left-handed Judah.
Torres is also a professional barber who’d like to clip Judah, nolabait esateko. “I haven’t had a promoter or manager,” he explained the need for him to be a barber as well as a pro boxer. “I’ve always had to work to pay bills. It’s just had to be that way in my boxing career.
Fast rising Las Vegas lightweight star, Mexico-born ChuyEl Huracan” Gutierrez (14-0-1, 4 Kos), cumple Leon “The Third GenerationSpinks III (11-3-1, 7 Kos) in the 8-round co-feature.
Borrokak eta borrokalari guztiak dira aldaketaren menpe.
Sarrera mugatuak, tasatuak $65.00 ringside and $20.00 seated general admission, remain on sale at www.Ticketmaster.com edo www.DLVEC.com. Suites are $1000.00, gehienez 10 gonbidatuak, and includes a beverage package. Taxes and fees apply to all sold tickets.
Ateak irekita 5:00 p.m. PT irekiera bout programatuta dituzten 6:00 p.m. PT.
The “Knockout Night at the D” series was developed in partnership with DLVEC and Neon Star Media.
CBS Sports Network is available across the country through local cable, bideo eta telco hornitzaileak eta satelite DIRECTV Channel bidez 221 eta plater Network Channel 158. Informazio gehiago lortzeko, programazio ordutegia osoa barne, eta nola CBS Sports Network lortzeko, joan www.cbssportsnetwork.com.
TITLE Boxing is the official apparel and gloves partner for the “Knockout Night at the D” serie.
INFORMAZIOA
Twitter: @thedlasvegas, @dlvec, @DerekJStevens
Instagram: @dlvec, @thedlasvegas
Follow these fighters on Twitter: @SuperJudah, @PitbullTorres, @ElHuracan88, @LeonSpinksIII

Title Boxing The official apparel & glove partner for “Knockout Night at the D” boxing series

March 12garren main event fighters Zab Judah (L) & Josh Torres (R)
LAS VEGAS (Otsaila 26, 2016) – the D Las Vegas and Downtown Las Vegas Events Center (DLVEC), along with Neon Star Media and Roy Englebrecht Promotions, have announced an agreement in which Title Boxing will be the official apparel and gloves partner of the “Knockout Night at the D” professional boxing series.
Eight “Knockout Night at the D” events are planned in 2016, hasita March 12, will are live from the DLVEC open air venue located adjacent to the D Las Vegas. The inaugural event, ordea, will take place inside the DLVEC’s 20,000-square-foot tent.
We’re excited to have Title Boxing in our corner for the ‘Knockout Night at the D’ serie,” said John Anderson, Neon Star Media, SVP of integrated sales. “Title Boxing is one of the top brands in combat sports in terms of apparel and equipment. Partnering with Title Boxing is a KO win for us.
It’s exciting to be associated and working with people who are interested in progressing the sport, not just profiting from it,” added Douglas Ward, Title Boxing Director of Marketing. “That’s a philosophy that ‘Knockout Night at The Dand TITLE Boxing both have in common and is part of what will set the stage for what will be a highly successful boxing series.
From EQUIPMENT design, to real INVOLVEMENT in the sport, to having INTEGRITY in business, TITLE continually delivers the best boxing gear in the industry. Geroztik 1998 TITLE Boxing has been dedicated to making everyone’s pursuit of the sweet science a positive experience by being the industry leader in safety, innovation and setting the standard of what great gear really means. Every piece of equipment that bears the TITLE logo, is a demonstration of their deeper passion for prizefighting and support of your journey towards greatness.
To celebrate this partnership, Title Boxing (www.titleboxing.,com) is offering any fighter, fan or follower to enter promo code KND20 to receive 20-percent off entire Title Boxing orders (some exclusions apply) bidez Itsasoa. 15, 2016.
Bost denbora, bi zatiketa munduko txapeldun Zab “Super” Juda (42-9, 29 Kos) takes on upset-minded junior welterweight Josh “Pitbull” Torres (15-4-2, 7 Kos) in the Mar. 12garreninaugural event’s 10-round main event.
Popular Las Vegas Las Vegas light weight Chuy “El Huracan” Gutierrez (14-0-1, 4 Kos) cumple Leon “The Third GenerationSpinks III (11-3-1, 7 Kos) in the 8-round co-feature
Borrokak eta borrokalari guztiak dira aldaketaren menpe.
Sarrerak, tasatuak $65.00 ringside and $20.00 seated general admission, are now on sale at Ticketmaster.com or the D Las Vegas box office (702.288-2111). Suites are $1000.00, gehienez 10 gonbidatuak, and includes a beverage package. Taxes and fees apply to all sold tickets.
Ateak irekita 5:00 p.m. PT irekiera bout programatuta dituzten 6:00 p.m. PT.
The “Knockout at the Dseries was developed in partnership with the DLVEC and Neon Star Media.
CBS Sports Network is available across the country through local cable, bideo eta telco hornitzaileak eta satelite DIRECTV Channel bidez 221 eta plater Network Channel 158. Informazio gehiago lortzeko, programazio ordutegia osoa barne, eta nola CBS Sports Network lortzeko, joan www.cbssportsnetwork.com.
(L-R) – Main event fighter Josh Torres speaks at the recent “Knockout Night at the D” press conference in Las Vegas.
Co-feature fighters Chuy Gutierrez (L) and Leon Spinks III ®
INFORMAZIOA:
Twitter: @thedlasvegas, @dlvec, @DerekJStevens
Instagram: @dlvec, @thedlasvegas
Follow these fighters on Twitter: @SuperJudah, @PitbullTorres, @ElHuracan88, @LeonSpinksIII

“Knockout Night at the D” Press Conference Pictures & Quotes

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(L-R) — Chuy Gutierrez, Zab Juda, Derek Stevens, Las Vegas Mayor Carolyn G. Goodman, Josh Torres and Leon Spinks III (see photo gallery below)
LAS VEGAS (Otsaila 25, 2016) — D Las Vegas eta Downtown Las Vegas Events Center (DLVEC), along with Neon Star Media and Roy Englebrecht Promotions, hosted a press conference this past Asteartea afternoon to promote its new monthly boxing series, “Knockout Night at the D”.
The inaugural event, iCal Larunbata, March 12, will be held inside the DLVEC’s 20,000-square-foot tent.
Guest speakers included Derek Stevens, Owner & CEO, D Las Vegas; Carolyn G. Goodman, Mayor of Las Vegas; sustatzailea Roy Englebrecht, Itsasoa. 12garren main event fighters Zab “Super” Juda (42-9, 29 Kos) eta Josh “Pitbull” Torres (15-4-2, 7 Kos), co-feature boxers Chuy “El Huacan” Gutierrez (14-0-1, 4 Kos) eta Leon “The Third GenerationSpinks III (11-3-1, 7 Kos).
We’re thrilled that the Downtown Las Vegas Events Center is going to showcase outdoor boxing and play a role in bringing it back to Las Vegas,” said Las Vegas Mayor Carolyn G. Goodman. “The series will impact Las Vegas in a new and exciting way by bringing boxing fans from all over the world to the heart of the city in a state-of-the-art venue, presenting a wonderful new way to experience Las Vegas.
In addition to promoting the “Knockout Night at the D” serie, as well as its Mar. 12garren Ekitaldia, it was announced that the 8-event series will air live on CBS Sports Network and include all-star broadcasting team of Al Bernstein, Jim “JR” Ross eta antzinako munduko txapelduna Kevin Kelley.
The “Knockout Night at the D” presser was streamed live and is still available to watch athttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oUimxhSX14k. Media and fans from around the boxing world emailed questions that were asked at the press conference and answered by the participants.

Below find quotes from principal fights the press conference and a photo gallery (by Tom Donoghue / D Las Vegas).

Zab Juda:It’s been a little bit of a long road for me on my comeback. I want to give a shout out to Derek Stevens and the D Las Vegas for putting on this beautiful event March 12garren. You won’t want to miss this fight! I also want to thank CBS Sports Network, Team Judah and my manager, who is my brother, Bill Halkias. He’s got us back to where we should be. And I want to thank the City of Las Vegas.
Josh Torres:To be on the first series show is a dream come true. I’m fighting a legend, Zab ‘Super’ Juda. But I’m also fighting for New Mexico boxers. I want to inspire youth, that’s what it’s all about. Never give up, dreams do come true.
Chuy Gutierrez:I’d like to thank the D Las Vegas for having me on this CBS Sports Network show. Here we go again, let’s get it on!”
Leon Spinks III:This is a very, oso, very big event for me. I’m grateful and honored to be part of the first ‘Knockout Night at the Devent on CBS Sports Network. My family will be here. My grandfather, Pops, is Leon Spinks. It’s going down at the D.
Sarrerak, tasatuak $65.00 ringside and $20.00 seated general admission, are on sale at Ticketmaster.com or DLVEC.com. Suites are $1000.00, gehienez 10 gonbidatuak, and includes a beverage package. Taxes and fees apply to all sold tickets.
Ateak irekita 5:00 p.m. PT irekiera bout programatuta dituzten 6:00 p.m. PT.
The “Knockout at the Dseries was developed in partnership with DLVEC and Neon Star Media.
CBS Sports Network is available across the country through local cable, bideo eta telco hornitzaileak eta satelite DIRECTV Channel bidez 221 eta plater Network Channel 158. Informazio gehiago lortzeko, programazio ordutegia osoa barne, eta nola CBS Sports Network lortzeko, joan www.cbssportsnetwork.com.
INFORMAZIOA:
Twitter: @thedlasvegas, @dlvec, @DerekJStevens
Instagram: @downtownlasvegaseventscenter, @thedlasvegas
Follow these fighters and our broadcasters on Twitter: @SuperJudah, @PitbullTorres, @ElHuracan88, @LeonSpinksIII
(L-R) – Zab Juda, Derek Stevens & Josh Torres
Las Vegas Mayor Carolyn G. Goodman
(L-R) – Derek Stevens & Zab Juda