פקק, אירלנד (פבואר 10, 2022)– Three-time Ireland National Champion Tommy Hyde will turn professional April 2ndat home in Ballyvolane, פְּקָק, on a show at The Big Top, Glen GGA Grounds, promoted by his father, renown international boxing manager Gary Hyde. The 22-year-old Hyde, who participated in more than 100 משחקי חובבים, reached the quarterfinals of the prestigious World Junior Championships in 2015. He was a 9-time National finalist, captured top honors at the 2019 Harringey Box Cup, and was a 3-time Celtic Bux Cup gold medalist.
“Since I started boxing at the age of seven,” the heavy-handed light heavyweight said, “it’s been my dream to box as a professional in Cork, אירלנד. I grew up going to world championship shows all over the world and I’ve always wanted to fight at that level. באפריל 2nd, I will take the first step in getting there. I’ve had more than 100 amateur fights and feel it’s time to make the move to the pros and fulfill my lifelong dream.”
Hyde is training in Springfield, מסצ'וסטס, under Hector Bermudez, who has trained world champions TJ Doheny, ג'ונתן גוזמן, קרלוס גונגורה, וינס פיליפס, Ryad Merhy and Javier Fortuna.
“I am absolutely thrilled to promote a show in which my son Tommy will make his pro debut,” proud father Gary added. “I’ve travelled the world to sign amateur fighters from so many different countries and this kid was in the bedroom next door.”
ABOUT NOWHERETOHYDE: נוסד ב 2007 by Gary Hyde in Cork, אירלנד, NoWhere2Hyde offers full services for professional boxers around the world. Hyde has managed numerous world-class boxers during his career including world champions Guillermo Rigondeaux, היורים Kalenga, Nassam N’Dam and Simpiwe Vetyeaka. He presently manages world-rated European Super Featherweight Champion Samir Ziani (21-3-1, 7 קוס) and Dominican Olympian Rohan Polanco (4-0, 2 קוס).
The cancellation of the original main event between Adrian Sosa and Zack Kuhn resulted in a few changes. Kuhn (10-10-1, 5 קוס) is now fighting another undefeated prospect, James “The Slim Reaper” Perella (8-0, 6 קוס), in an 8-round Special Welterweight Attraction.
The 21-year-old southpaw Hogan, fighting out of Weymouth (תואר שני), has knocked out each of his 9 professional opponents to date. The popular fighter was a celebrated amateur boxer, highlighted by his gold-medal performance at the 2019 New England Golden Gloves Championships.
“It’s Tank Time” once again, but this fight Hogan will be making his debut as a headliner, in addition to fighting in his first scheduled 8-rounder.
The 6-round fight between Dorchester (תואר שני) lightweight Jonathan Depina (6-1, 4 קוס) and Jonathan “El Guapo” Hernan Godoy (5-12) has moved up to the co-featured event. Perella’s (8-0, 5 קוס), של מנספילד (תואר שני), was supposed to fight Mexican challenger Danny “Venado” Flores (15-26-1, 8 קוס), but he was injured during training, and he has been replaced by Kuhn. “The Slim Reaper” is a 4-time USA New England Championships and 4-time New England Golden Gloves Champion.
Irish light heavyweight Tommy “The Kid” O’Toole” (2-0, 2 קוס), of Galway, is matched against Greg Hackett (3-20-1) in a 4-rounder. O’Toole was the 2019 Irish Elite Championship gold medalist, who a powerful southpaw returning to the Boston area for his third pro fight.
Five 6-round bouts are on tap: South Boston super welterweight Joe Farina (7-1, 4 קוס) לעומת. Rynell Griffin (8-49-2, 2 קוס), Houston super lightweight Miranda “El Alacrana” Reyes (5-0-1, 3 קוס) לעומת. Jaica Pavilus (1-4-1, 1 KO), undefeated Philly welterweight Tahmir Smalls (6-0, 3 קוס) לעומת. Leonides Fowlkes (2-7-1), popular Dorchester featherweight Troy Anderson, ג 'וניור. (1-0, 1 KO), a 2016 אלוף טורניר רוקי מרציאנו, לעומת. Mike Fowler (7-42, 2 קוס), and super lightweight Marcus Davidson (2-0, 2 קוס) לעומת. Rakim Johnson (6-15-1, 5 קוס).
Also fighting on the undercard in four-round bouts is Southbridge (תואר שני) super featherweight Alex Rivera (2-0, 1 KO) לעומת. Brandon Grimmett (0-5), as well as the Davidson’s older brother from Kansas City (KS), pro-debuting lightweight Marcell, a 2-time Ringside World and 2019 אלופת כפפות הזהב הלאומית, לעומת. TBA. Fighters subject to change.
מלרוז, תואר שני (פבואר 1, 2022) – Connor “The Kid” Coyle risks his perfect record against Brazilian knockout artist Rodrigo Lopes Saturday, פבואר 19 at Memorial Hall in Melrose, תואר שני.
Coyle, who is from Northern Ireland but trains in St. פטרסבורג, FL, הוא 14-0 עם 6 הניצחונות שלו מגיעים בנוקאאוט. The 31-year-old was slated to face rugged contender Guido Nicolas Pitto of Argentina but he was forced to withdraw.
Since suffering his only career defeat, לופס, 8-1 (7 KO של) has been in the gym working on his craft. Team Lopes claims their boxer will be a totally different fighter than the one previously seen since he’ll be competing as a full-fledged middleweight rather than a weight drained welterweight.
The eight round Coyle-Lopes matchup is for the ABF Continental Americas Middleweight title.
The bout serves as the co-main event of Reyes Boxing’s “Down & Dirty”. Presented by Reyes Boxing, כרטיסים ל “Down & Dirty” are on sale now by going to Tinyurl.com/4TMZAWXE. The card will also be broadcast on Throwdownsports.com. More information is available by calling 978-745-4007 or going to ReyesBoxingClub.com.
פתיחת דלתות בשעה 6:30 and Melrose Memorial Hall is located at 590 Main St.
Headlining this exciting evening of boxing is an international super middleweight battle featuring 2012 Olympic medalist Yamaguchi Falcao of Brazil and Fernando Ezequiel Farias of Argentina. Falcao and Farias are a combined 29-2-3 and will battle it out over 10 rounds for the WBC Latino 168 כותרת קילו.
Junior welterweight Joseph Fernandez of St Petersburg, FL by way of Springfield, MA fights for the first time in The Bay State when he meets Gonzalo Dallera in an eight rounder. Fernandez is 14-3-3 עם 5 KO’s and is coming off an impressive 3rdround KO of Jose Forero. Dallera hails from Argentina and is a veteran of 24 קרבות.
Coyle, Falcao and Fernandez are promoted by Fire Fist Boxing Promotions.
“Down and Dirty” features a total of 12 fights including lightweight Alejandro Paulino, heavyweight Donnie Palmer, welterweight Eric Goff, cruiserweight Bernard Joseph and junior welterweight Marqus Bates in separate bouts.
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“We’ve got a nice mix of local boxers and world class global talent on this card,” said Michael Reyes of Reyes Boxing. “The Boston region has a large Irish and Brazilian population, so there should be strong support for Connor Coyle and Yamaguchi Falcao as well.”
Undefeated prospect Francis “Frank The Tank” Hogan (9-0, 9 קוס) will be in the ring February 12הon a mission to extend his perfect pro record versus Vincent Floyd (4-11-2, 2 קוס) in an 8-round Special Welterweight Attraction on the “St. Valentine’s Day’s Massacre” card, presented by Vertex Promotions, at Moseley’s On The Charles in Dedham, מסצ'וסטס.
"שֶׁלָה (streak) very important for me,” Hogan said. “I don’t look at it as going 10 ל 10. I don’t think I need to knockout my opponent as quickly as possible. I don’t go out there looking for a knockout unless I set up an opponent and hurt him. Through the fight I get better and better. I know I can take out a lot of fighters because I know how hard I hit. My left is my best punch. I can knockout guys with my jab, but I’ve knocked out guys with a right hook, מדי.
“I go into the ring knowing I’m going to take the heart and will away from who I’m fighting. Everybody is looking at me. They know I’m the real deal and how hard I hit. Some come with the will to win, but once I hit them, they just run or hold. I’m going to put them to sleep.”
The 21-year-old southpaw Hogan, fighting out of Weymouth (תואר שני), has knocked out each of his 9 professional opponents to date. The popular fighter was a celebrated amateur boxer, highlighted by his gold-medal performance at the 2019 New England Golden Gloves Championships. Hogan’s as smart about boxing as he is skilled. “Frank The Tank” understands that there is no rush to accelerate the pace of his career.
“I don’t want to rush,” Hogan remarked. "אני רק 21 and there’s still a lot of development. I know a lot, but I believe I can learn more. You don’t just transfer from the amateurs to pros. You need to go rounds. Boxing isn’t all about knockouts. I need to gain experience, not only in the ring, but all around. If I get a good offer, למרות ש, אני אקח את זה. ‘It’s Tank Time’ not their time.”
Although his opponent has changed, he is aware that Floyd is tall, long, and that he likes to give and take. “But I’m looking to take him out cold, not have the referee stop the fight,” Hogan added. “I want to start 2002 with a bang by leaving him on the mat.”
(picture by Emily Harney/Fightography)
Undefeated super lightweight Adrian “Tonka” Sosa (12-0, 9 KO), של לורנס (תואר שני) will headline “St. Valentine’s Day Massacre”, in the 8-round main event against Zack Kuhn (10-10-1, 5 קוס).
עוד סיכוי בלתי מנוצח, welterweight James “The Slim Reaper” Perella’s (8-0, 5 קוס), takes on tough Mexican challenger Danny “Venado” Flores (15-26-1, 8 קוס) in an 8-round fight, which has been elevated to the co-featured event. Perella, fighting out of Mansfield, מסצ'וסטס, is matched tough is a 4-time USA New England Championships and 4-time New England Golden Gloves Champion.
Irish eyes will be once again as Galway light heavyweight Tommy “The Kid” O’Toole” (2-0, 2 קוס) returns to his second home. The 2019 Irish Elite Championship gold medalist is a powerful southpaw returning to the Boston area for his third pro fight. He faces an opponent to be determined.
Three 6-round bouts are on tap: דורצ'סטר (תואר שני) lightweight Jonathan Depina (6-1, 4 קוס) לעומת. Jonathan “El Guapo” Hernan Godoy (5-12), South Boston super welterweight Joe Farina (7-1, 4 קוס) לעומת. Rynell Griffin (8-49-2, 2 קוס), and Houston super lightweight Miranda “El Alacrana” Reyes (5-0-1, 3 קוס) לעומת. Jaica Pavilus (1-4-1, 1 KO).
Popular Dorchester featherweight Troy Anderson, ג 'וניור. (1-0, 1 KO), a 2016 אלוף טורניר רוקי מרציאנו, squares off with Mike Fowler (7-42, 2 קוס).
Also fighting on the undercard in four-round bouts is Southbridge (תואר שני) super featherweight Alex Rivera (2-0, 1 KO) לעומת. Brandon Grimmett (0-5), as well as the Davidson brothers from Kansas City (KS), super lightweight Marcus (2-0, 2 קוס) לעומת. Rakim Johnson (6-15-1, 5 קוס), and pro-debuting lightweight Marcell, a 2-time Ringside World and 2019 אלופת כפפות הזהב הלאומית.
BOSTON (ינואר 11, 2022)– Kansas City (KS) lightweight Marcell Davidson has joined his younger brother, undefeated welterweight Marcus Davidson (2-0, 2 קוס), in Ryan Roach’s Fighter Locker stable having recently signed an exclusive managerial contract.
The 24-year-old Marcell was a decorated amateur boxer, capturing the Ringside World Championships twice, in addition to winning a gold medal at the 2019 כפפות זהב הלאומיות טורניר. The 6’ 3” southpaw also won a silver medal at the 2017 כפפות זהב הלאומיות, as well as a bronze the following year at the The Gloves. He also competed in the Olympic Trials.
Davidson got into boxing almost by accident. He and Marcus were together playing football at a local recreation center. The season ended and they were about to sign up for baseball, when the boxing coach asked them what sport they were going to get into next. He told them that boxers are stronger than football players. Marcus was immediately a convert, but Marcell really wasn’t into it. He just ran around instead of training and eventually he was banned because he broke a rule. סופו של דבר, Marcell got his act together and he was allowed back in the gym a couple of years later. Both of the Davidson brothers have been there ever since.
As Marcell says, “My brother talks to everybody, and I follow.” So, when Marcus turned pro and signed a managerial contract with Roach, soon afterwards Marcell joined Fighter Locker.
“I was ready to turn pro and stayed in the gym training,” Marcell explained. “We were talking about which manager to sign with. We waited it out and stayed ready. My brother signed before me, and I listened to him talk about Ryan. My brother said Ryan was a great guy and the time was right for me to sign with him, מדי.
“Ryan is a great guy. I didn’t know anything about him – not even his family in boxing – but he’s a great guy who wants to help us and build our careers. I could definitely tell that he cares and takes care of his fighters.”
Davidson is slated to make his pro debut Feb. 12הon “St. Valentine’s Day Massacre,” presented by Vertex Promotions, at Moseley’s On The Charles in Dedham, מסצ'וסטס. “I’m very excited,” Marcell spoke about his upcoming pro debut. “You won’t see it, but I’m excited inside. I’ve been waiting for this moment. I’d like to stay very busy this year and maybe move up to 6-rounders by my fifth or sixth pro fight.”
“Marcell is a very skilled fighter,” Roach commented about his newest fighter. “One of his best attributes, which I think will be a huge advantage, is hos 6’ 1” height. We have been discussing him fighting at 135-140 קילו. He is a very athletic, young man with speed and power. He was a nationally ranked fighter who went to the Olympic Qualifiers, so this is a huge signing for my company. I’m excited to have the Davidson brothers under one stable, Fighter Locket. They are very close and do everything together. This will be fun!"
Fighter Locker’s growing stable of gifted boxers also includes California super flyweight Rocco “So Cal Kid” Santomauro (21-1, 6 קוס), New York’s ABF American West super lightweight Ray Jay “The Destroyer” Bermudez (15-0, 11 קוס), Connecticut’s ABF USA super welterweight Jimmy “Quiet Storm” Williams (18-5-2, 6 קוס), Colorado’s ABF American West super middleweight champion “The Amazing” Shawn McCalman (10-0, 6 קוס), Massachusetts super lightweight Adrian “Tonka” Sosa (12-0, 9 קוס), Florida super bantamweight Daniel “The Dedication” Bailey, ג 'וניור. (9-0, 5 קוס), Massachusetts featherweight Troy Anderson, ג 'וניור. (3-0, 2 קוס), 2-time Brazilian Olympian & 2016 Olympic silver medalist Yuberjen Martinez, Brazilian Olympian Jorge Vivas, 2-time Dominican Olympian, lightweight Leonel de los Santos (5-0, 5 קוס), Dominican cruiserweight Roki “Rocky” Berroa (2-0, 1 KO), Dominican super welterweight Juan Solano Santos (1-0, 1 KO), Dominican featherweight Orlando Perez Zapata (10-0, 8 קוס), Dominican lightweight Isaelin Florian Henriguez (8-1, 4 קוס), Florida light heavyweight Robert Daniels, ג 'וניור. (5-0, 5 קוס), Irish light heavyweight Tommy “The Kid” O’Toole (2-0, 2 קוס), Texas super lightweight Miranda “La Alacrana” Reyes (5-0-1, 2 קוס) ), and Utah brothers, ABF American West lightweight champion Ignacio Chairez (9-0-1, 5 קוס) and lightweight Gabriel Chairez (4-0-1, 2 קוס).
“We’re very excited to continue promoting our shows to showcase local talent,” Vertex promoter Dave Clark said. “We made our debut last September and promoted three more pro shows last year. We learned a lot and continue our goal to keep local fighters active and provide an entertaining night out for fans.”
The 26-year-old Sosa (12-0, fighting out of Lawrence (תואר שני), headlined a Vertex show last September in his first action in more than 2 שנים. He will take on an opponent to be determined Feb. 12הin the 8-round main event.
In the 8-round co-featured event, undefeated ABF American West and NBA Continental champion RayJay “The Destroyer” Bermudez (15-0, 11 קוס) faces TBA as the Albany fighter continues his march towards a major fight.
Undefeated welterweight prospect James “The Slim Reaper” Perella (8-0, 5 קוס), fighting out of Mansfield, מסצ'וסטס, is matched tough against Mexican challenger Danny “Venado” Flores (15-26-1, 8 קוס) בהתקף 8-עגול. Perella is a 4-time USA New England Championships and 4-time New England Golden Gloves Champion.
It’s “Tank Time,” again. Undefeated Weymouth (תואר שני) super welterweight prospect Francis “Frank The Tank” Hogan (9-0, 9 קוס) will attempt to keep his perfect pro record intact and go 10-for-10 in an 8-rounder versus TBA.
Boston Irish will be in the house as Ireland-natives “Lethal” Larry Fryers (11-5, 4 קוס) and Tommy “The Kid” O’Toole” (2-0, 2 קוס) are schedule to be in action. Fryers, a welterweight now living in Yonkers (ניו יורק), הוא 20212 Ulster Intermediate Champion, while light heavyweight O’Toole (2-0, 2 קוס) returns to the Boston area for his third pro fight. O’Toole, fighting out of Galway, היה 2019 Irish Elite Championship gold medalist.
Fryers will be in a scheduled 8-rounder, O’Toole a 4, and both will be matched against opponents to be determined.
Also fighting in 4-round matches against TBA’s are popular Dorchester (תואר שני) featherweight Troy Anderson, ג 'וניור. (1-0, 1 KO), a 2016 אלוף טורניר רוקי מרציאנו, and Southbridge (תואר שני) super featherweight Alex Rivera (2-0, 1 KO).
St. פטרסבורג, FL (ינואר 3, 2022) – Undefeated middleweight Connor “The Kid” Coyle is back in the US and preparing for a big 2022.
A perfect 14-0 כמקצוען, Coyle trains under Florida Boxing Hall of Famer Jim McLaughlin in St. Petersburg but was in his native Northern Ireland the last two years due to Covid restrictions. Although he trained and ran regularly back home, a return stateside was necessary to get him to the next level.
“It feels great to be back with my team in St Petersburg,” said Coyle, who is married and has a daughter. “I’ve been training alongside Yamaguchi Falcao who is a world class talent and works extremely hard. We’re going to push each other throughout camp. Being away from home and strictly focused on boxing is what gets me into beast mode!"
Coyle’s 2022 begins February 19 against ultra-tough Guido Nicolas Pitto in an eight round contest. Originally from Argentina but living in Spain, Pitto’s 27-9-2 עם 8 wins by KO. He’s defeated world rated contender Jack Culcay (14-0) and Reda Zam Zam (27-1) while also battling Magomed Madiev (11-0) to a draw. Coyle will be the eighth unbeaten foe Pitto’s faced.
Coyle and Pitto will square off at Memorial Hall in Melrose, תואר שני. With Boston only 10 miles south and New York a few hours down the road, Coyle’s expecting a big turnout to kickoff what he believes will be the most important year of his career.
“I’m excited to be fighting in the Boston area where there’s a large Irish population. I have a lot of fans that already purchased tickets and a bus of supporters will be making the trip up from New York City. The plan is to go out and give them a great performance.”
Coyle’s promoter, ג'ודי קליגייר ממבצעי אגרוף אגרוף אש, is also pleased to have his highly-regarded fighter back in the US and shares the same vision for 2022.
“Connor is ready to make a big splash this year. He’s getting great work in the gym with Yamaguchi and helping him get ready because he’s also fighting February 19הin Melrose. Once Connor takes care of Pitto, who is a very tough fighter, it’ll be onto bigger and better things. “The Kid” has star potential and is ready to show the world he’s a legitimate world class fighter.”
Tickets for the February 19 card are on sale now by going to Tinyurl.com/4TMZAWXE. The card will also be broadcast on Throwdownsports.com. More information is available by calling 978-745-4007 or going to ReyesBoxingClub.com.
Fans can reach Coyle on Instagram @Connor_The_Kid_Coyle or Twitter @cjcoyle07. For more information on Fire Fist Boxing Promotions, visit Firefistboxing.net.
קווינסי, מסה. (ינואר 3, 2022)– Granite Chin Promotions has announced its first event of 2022, “Showcase,” scheduled on Saturday night, פבואר 26ה, at Sheraton Hotel in Framingham, מסצ'וסטס.
“Showcase” will mark Granite Chin’s first event in Massachusetts in more than 2 שנים, as well as being only the second professional boxing show ever in Framingham, which is located 23 miles west of Boston.
“I am excited to be coming back to Massachusetts,” Granite Chin president Chris Traietti said. “Between changes occurring with the commission, then COVID, I just felt like it was a good time to step away for a bit, head up to New Hampshire and let things sort of settle in Massachusetts. Now that things are sort of back to normal, I feel like the time is right to bring our great club-show boxing back to Massachusetts. This card is going to be highly competitive from top to bottom. I have the roster now where I can both develop fighters and put on high quality local shows. 2020 was about making good relationships with other promoters and matchmakers; 2021 about developing a quality roster and keeping guys busy during a pandemic. 2022 is going to be geared towards becoming the face of quality local boxing shows and getting Granite Chin fighters on high-level, world-class cards all across the country.”
The 8-round main event will pit local favorite Nelson “Chino” Perez (5-0, 2 קוס) against New Jersey veteran super lightweight Tyrone “Hands of Stone” Luckey (15-16-4, 11 קוס).
Perez is a native of Puerto Rico who lives in Marlboro (תואר שני), which borders Framingham. A past New England Golden Gloves champion as an amateur, Perez is coming off a dominating 4-round unanimous decision victory (40-34 X 3) דצמבר 4הagainst Raymundo Rios Cardies on a DAZN card in Manchester, ניו המפשייר. Perez will be fighting in his first scheduled 8-round bout.
Luckey, fighting out of Manahawkin, ניו ג'רזי, is the reigning ABF USA Mid-American Super Lightweight Champion. The dangerous Luckey has been a gatekeeper of lightweight up to welterweight divisions having fought top prospects such as Mike Ohan, ג 'וניור. ג'מיין אורטיז, טיילר טומלין, and Frank Martin. Luckey has recent back-to-back victories against previously unbeaten Eduardo Aquilar.
Hot welterweight prospect Denzel “Double Impact” Whitley (7-0, 5 קוס), של הוליוק (תואר שני), faces Alfred “Keenan” Raymond (1-0) באירוע המשותף בן 6 הסיבובים.
Denzel, the latest member of the “Fightin’ Whitley family,” is trained by his father and uncle, בהתאמה, Derrick and Darrin, who were respected pro fighters in New England.
Fighting out of Warwick, רוד איילנד, the 31-year-old Raymond made his pro debut this past November 13ה, upsetting previously undefeated Julien Baptiste (3-0) by way of a 4-round split decision.
התקפים נוספים יוכרזו בקרוב. נושא כרטיס לשינוי.
Tickets will soon be available for purchase atwww.TicketRiver.com (חיפוש: חלון ראווה). מחירי כרטיסים הם $50.00 (General Seating), $75.00 (שׁוּרָה רִאשׁוֹנָה), ו $1,000.00 for a table of 10.
פתיחת דלתות בשעה 7:00 pm. ET with the first bout at 7:00 p.m. ו.
WORCESTER, מסה. (נובמבר 29, 2021)– The rematch of the unofficial 2021 New England Fight of the Year will headline the December 18ה“New England Future VIII” event, שהוצג על ידי מבצעי ריברה בידור (RPE), highlighting Webster’s (תואר שני) first professional boxing event in 27 שנים, at Webster Town Hall.
Puerto Rico-native Wilfredo “El Sucaro” Pagan (6-1-1, 3 קוס), fighting out of Southbridge (תואר שני), and Bridgeport’s (CT) קרלוס מאררו, III (2-6-2), fought to an entertaining 6-round split draw this past August 14ה בווסטר (תואר שני).
“I am very excited we were able to get the rematch between Pagan and Marrero so quick,” RPE promoter Jose Antonio Rivera commented. “These two warriors put their heart and soul in their last fight and the fans were not disappointed. As a promoter these are the type of fights we love to put together. We are 3 weeks away from another great boxing event to see some talented up and coming future champions. Webster Town Hall is going to be electric!"
Pagan and Marrero will be fighting once again for the vacant New England Super Lightweight Championship in the Dec.18ה 6-round main event.
The original Pagan-Marrero was non-stop, action-packed throw-down which the judges’ scored 58-56 in favor or Pagan, 55-59 for Marrero, ו 57-57. The scoring was originally announced as a split-decision win for Marrero but, במבט לאחור, both fighters have taken the emotional outcome changes in stride. Some fuel, למרות ש, has been poured on the fire, largely through social media.
“When the fight was done,” Pagan commented, “as a fighter, you know if your fight was won, lost or very close. It was a little close, but that I won the fight. When the decision was announced that he had won, I closed my eyes, because it reminded me of my amateur career. I definitely won a few fights, I dominated, but I didn’t get the decision. Anything can happen when it goes into the judges’ hands. The judges didn’t see me winning, אוקיי, but then they reversed the decision. I thought that they had gotten it right and I had won, but it was announced as a draw. זה מה שזה, אוקיי, because the judges’ job isn’t as easy as people think. They saw ups and downs and had it a draw.
“II was thinking, here we go again, when it was announced a draw,” Marrero said. “For some reason, every time I fight in Massachusetts it’s always controversial. I had dropped to my knees in happiness and when the second announcement was made, I thought they were giving him the win. A draw? I’m not upset but I was surprised because I felt I had won. I went home thinking it was a draw, not a loss, and hopefully we’d have a rematch. And we do December 18ה."
Pagan vs. Marrero is an example of not needing two great fighters to have a great fight. They’re evenly matched and both fighters have tremendous heart.
“People had asked if I wanted a rematch and I said, כן, I’m thinking about it because it was a draw,” Pagan offered. “I wasn’t going to say no if it was offered, but the No. 1 reason for me to fight him is for the New England Championship. As long as I fought him for the title, I was for it because I want to fight for the belt and that’s what is my target. That was my feeling at the beginning, but things changed a little, because he changed. I don’t know what people told him, I’m not some kid and I had a lot of respect for him. But then he started texting me. I don’t know if it was to spice up this fight, but he crossed the line. He said a lot he shouldn’t have said. I’ always humble and respect all fighters because they’re risking their lives. I don’t know why he said what he did, but he’s given me even more motivation. I want that belt! I’m training double to beat him and shut his month. I still have some respect for him, but it’s not the same.
“I made a lot of mistakes in our first fight and made the fight much harder than it was supposed to be. I’ve been working on adjustment and, hopefully, בדצמבר 18הit will pay-off.”
“I always have a little room for improvement after a fight, and we saw some things I needed to improve for the rematch,” Marrero explained. “I’m more mentally prepared to do things and will be much smarter in the ring. מבחינה פיזית, I’m a lot stronger and sharper. The key for me is being mentally prepared and sharper. שֶׁלוֹ (Pagan’s) opponent for his last fight fell out and my manager, Nate Torres, contacted me saying I had been offered an opportunity to fight Pagan. Without hesitation, אמרתי כן. I’m always in the gym and ready to fight. I came in 2-pounds under and I’m on weight right now for this fight. The only thing I had to prepare for is he’s a southpaw.
“We had a great fight. He probably thinks he won a few rounds, I felt I won the fight. He missed more and I connected with the cleaner punches the judges could see. In the third or fourth round, I hurt him with a body shot. He folded and I hit him with another good shot.”
במקרה תכונות שיתוף, דנברי (CT) super lightweight Omar “The Beast” Bordoy (11-1, 3 קוס) faces an opponent to be determined in the 6-round match.
Promising Boca Raton (FL) super welterweight prospect Josniel “TG” Castro (7-0, 5 קוס) is steps up in terms of quality opposition in a 6-rounder versus Lenwood “Mr. Composure” Dozier (10-28-3, 5 קוס).
Worcester super middleweight Bobby “BH3” Harris, III (3-0-1), a two-time national amateur champion and World Games Silver medalist, will meet David Rohn (0-10-1) in a 4-round super middleweight bout.
Undefeated Worcester cruiserweight prospect Derek “Hightower” Edmonds (3-0, 2 קוס), a 3-time N.E. אלוף כפפות זהב, has been added to the card in a 4-round bout against TBA.
Worcester middleweight Eslih Owusu (6-0, 4 קוס), a native of Ghana, faces Anthony Everett (1-0), של לורנס, in a 4-rounder.
Also fighting on the under undercard in 4-round matches are New Haven (CT) super lightweight Anuel Rosa (2-0, 2 קוס) לעומת. Stacy Anderson (0-8), and Bridgeport super lightweight Oscar Bonilla (6-3-2, 1 KO) לעומת. סת Basler (0-17).
Top Northeast boxers to be showcased this Saturday night on “Fall Brawl” card
Moseley’s On The Charles in Dedham, תואר שני
BOSTON (נובמבר 15, 2021) – Presenting its fourth event in fewer than 60 days since its inaugural event this past September 24ה, Vertex Promotions will end its first year of successfully promoting professional boxing events, “Fall Brawl,” this Saturday (נובמבר. 20) night at its Boston suburb home, Mosely’s On The Charles in Dedham, מסצ'וסטס.
Many of the Northeast’s most promising and popular prospects will be in action in the intimate surroundings at Mosely’s.
Undefeated 23-year-old lightweight RayJay “The Destroyer” Bermudez (14-0, 11 קוס), the reigning ABF American West and NBA Continental champion from Albany (ניו יורק), will headline his third Vertex card in the 8-round, אירוע מרכזי (non-title fight) against Colombian veteran Daulis Prescott (32-14, 24 קוס).
Prescott fought Nicholas Walters for the vacant World Boxing Association (WBA) Featherweight World title in 2012. He is the younger brother of Breidis Prescott, who shocked the boxing world in 2008, כשהוא חסל את 2004 Olympic silver medalist and future 3-time World champion Amir Khan in the opening round.
In the co-feature event, undefeated welterweight prospect James “The Slim Reaper” Perella (8-0, 6 קוס), של מנספילד (תואר שני), faces Floridian Andre Byrd (8-11-2, 1 KO) in Perella’s first scheduled 8-round bout.
Perella, 29, was a standout USA Boxing amateur as a 4-time USA New England and 4-time New England Golden Gloves champion.
Another hot, סיכוי בלתי מנוצח, Weymouth (תואר שני) boxer Francis “Frank The Tank” Hogan (8-0, 8 קוס), goes for his 9הwin with his 9הKO in a 6-round Special Super Welterweight Attraction against his Mexican opponent, Danny “Venado” Flores (15-25-1, 8 קוס). Hogan is the reigning New Hampshire super welterweight champion, וכן א 2019 New England Golden Gloves gold medalist.
In four 6-rounders, New Bedford (תואר שני) middleweight Drew “Tomahawk” Dwelly (3-0-2, 3 קוס) faces Ginno Montoya (0-6), ספרינגפילד (תואר שני) super lightweight super lightweight Eric “Gladiator” Goff (4-0, 3 קוס)) זורק את עם . Austin Reed Ward (0-9), and undefeated Colorado super middleweight “The Amazing” Shawn McCalman (9-0, 5 קוס), the ABF American West champion, has been added to the card versus David Rohn (0-9-1).
Tommy “The Kid” O’Toole moved to Friday’s DAZN show in Manchester, NH
Irish light heavyweight prospect Tommy “The Kid” O’Toole (1-0, 1 KO) was originally scheduled to fight on this Saturday’s Vertex show, but he was moved to Friday (נובמבר. 19) evening’s Andrade-Quigley card, streaming live on DAZN from SHNU Arena (former Verizon Center) in Manchester New Hampshire.
The 23-year-old O’Toole (1-0, 1 KO), fighting out of Galway, אירלנד, won his pro debut this past September 25הon a Vertex show at Moseley’s in which he knocked down Francisco Ariri Neto three times for a spectacular first-round knockout. O’Toole is matched against Texan Mark Malone (1-0) this Friday in a 4-round bout.
Also scheduled to fight on the undercard in 4-round matches are Dorchester (תואר שני) featherweight Troy Anderson, ג 'וניור. (1-0, 1 KO), a 2016 אלוף טורניר רוקי מרציאנו, לעומת. Ecuadorian Ronny Arana (0-2), Malden (תואר שני) super featherweight Alex Rivera (1-0, 1 KO) לעומת. Deshawn Kennedy (0-4), Boston welterweight James Murrin (1-0) לעומת. pro-debuting Miguel Valencia, מווסטר (תואר שני), קנזס סיטי (KS) super lightweight Marcus Davidson (1-0, 1 KO) לעומת. pro-debuting Marlon Hardnick, and Salem’s (תואר שני) pro-debuting welterweight Kenny Larson vs. Seigenald Daley, ג 'וניור. (0-1).
כרטיס כפוף לשינוי.
כרטיסים במכירה ל $150.00 (שׁוּרָה רִאשׁוֹנָה), $65.00 (הודאה כללית), $50.00 (standing room) ו $2000.00 for a table of 10. לרכישת כרטיסים, go online athttps://www.eventbrite.com/e/vertex-promotions-fall-brawl-tickets-192621806007, or contact any of the competing fighters. Limited tickets may be available fight night at the door.
דלתות תיפתח ב 7 pm. ET עם התקף הראשון מתוכנן להתחיל ב- 7:30 p.m. ו.
