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Two-Division World Champion Michael Spinks Confirmed for Sixth Annual Box Fan Expo, During Cinco de Mayo Weekend, Saturday May 2, in Las Vegas

Februarie 21, 2020 FNU47 Skryf 'n opmerking

Box Fan Expo – the Largest Boxing Fan Event held in the U.S –

the Ultimate Boxing Fan Experience

*Kaartjies On-Uitverkoop nou by EventBrite*

Vir onmiddellike vrystelling

Las Vegas (Februarie 20, 2020) – Two-division world champion Michael Spinks has confirmed that he will appear at the sixth annual Box Fan Expo on Saturday, Mei 2, 2020, at the Cox Pavilion in Las Vegas from 10 voormiddag. te 5 namiddag.

Spinks will hold a Meet & Greet with his fans at his booth during the fan event held over the Cinco De Mayo weekend.

The Box Fan Expo is an annual fan event that coincides with some of the sports’ legendariese, classic fights in Las Vegas, including Mayweather vs. Maidana II, Mayweather vs. Berto, rumo vs. Chavez Jr., rumo vs. GGG II, and Canelo vs. Jacobs. Centered in boxing’s longtime home – Las Vegas – this year’s Expo is a must-do for fight fans coming in for this legendary weekend, with dozens of professional fighters, promotors, and companies involved in the boxing industry. The Expo is the largest and only Boxing Fan Expo held in the United States. http://boxfanexpo.com– @BoxFanExpo

**Kaartjies vir die Box Fan Expo is aanlyn beskikbaar by:**
https://bitly.com/BoxingExpo2020

Spinks will make his second appearance at this years’ Expo en sal die ondertekening van handskoene, foto's, personal items and memorabilia. Spinks will also have merchandise on sale at his booth, and fans will also have an opportunity to take pictures with this boxing legend also known as “Jinx.”

**About Michael Spinks**
Spinks is a two-division world champion, having held the undisputed light heavyweight title from 1983 te 1985, and the lineal heavyweight title from 1985 te 1988. He was inducted into the International Boxing Hall of Fame in 1994. As an amateur he won a gold medal in the middleweight division at the 1976 Somer Olimpiese Spele.

Spinks is the brother of former world heavyweight champion Leon Spinks, and uncle of Cory Spinks, a former welterweight and light middleweight champion.
Spinks went undefeated in his first 31 professionele gevegte, beating such opponents as Dwight Muhammad Qawi, Eddie Mustafa Muhammad, Marvin Johnson and Eddie Davis en route to becoming the undisputed light heavyweight champion. Following ten successful title defenses, Spinks moved up to heavyweight, and as an underdog defeated long-reigning IBF heavyweight champion Larry Holmes; om dit te doen, Spinks became the first reigning light heavyweight world champion to win the heavyweight title. Spinks only defeat in his professional career came to the hands of Mike Tyson on June 27, 1988. The International Boxing Research Organization and BoxRec rank Spinks among the ten greatest light heavyweights of all time.

**Oor Box Fan Expo**
Box Fan Expo is die uiteindelike boks fan ervaring gebeurtenis, which allows fans to meet the stars of boxing that represent the past, present and future of the sport. With hosted autograph signings, meet-and-greets with current and former boxing world champions, limited edition merchandise for sale, giveaways and more, this is the ultimate event for fans of the sport.

Past boxing stars that have participated include: Floyd Mayweather, Mike Tyson, Roberto Duran, Ray Leonard suiker, Julio Cesar Chavez, Juan Manuel Marquez, Tommy Hearns, Roy Jones jr, Marco Antonio Barrera, Erik Morales, Andre Ward, Mikey Garcia, Marcos Maidana, Devin Haney, David Benavidez, Errol Spence Jr, Sergio Martinez, Keith Thurman, Danny Garcia, Tim Bradley, Deontay Wilder, Amir Khan, Shawn Porter, Fernando Vargas, Abner Mares, James Toney, Jessie Vargas, Vinny Paz, Mia St.John, Leo Santa Cruz, Badou Jack, Terry Norris, Riddick Bowe, Earnie Shavers, Michael & Leon Spinks, Danny Jacobs, Claressa Shields, Teofimo Lopez, Brandon Rios, Jorge Linares, and many more.

Exhibitors include boxing promoters, rat, klere, toerusting, energie drankies, aanvulling produkte, uitsaai media, bekragtiging liggame, and other companies who showcase their brand to fans and the boxing industry as a whole.

Throughout the next few months leading up to the Event, there will be weekly updates on the many stars that will commit their appearance at the Boxing Expo.

Kaartjies vir die Box Fan Expo is beskikbaar by Eventbrite –
http://boxfanexpo.eventbrite.com/

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BOXING LEGEND AND 4 DIVISION WORLD CHAMPION ROY JONES JR. CONFIRMED FOR 5TH ANNUAL BOX FAN EXPO DURING CINCO DE MAYO WEEKEND, Sondag 4, In Las Vegas

April 23, 2019 FNU47 Skryf 'n opmerking

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CRYPTO BOXERS KOM UIT SWINGEND MET NUWE LOGO, WEBTUISTE & WIE SPEL DIE PLAN

Maart 2, 2019 FNU47 Skryf 'n opmerking

Besoek ons webwerf

**ATLANTA, GA (Februarie 28, 2019)** - **Crypto Boxers**, die eerste en enigste bokswedstryd wat op blockchain-tegnologie werk, gaan voort om strategiese bewegings rondom die virtuele toue te maak. Konsep skepper **Andrew Gilliam,** stigter en uitvoerende hoof van Me N 'Mines Media, swaai met 'n uitdagende nuwe logo; 'n nuwe webwerf (http://cryptoboxers.io/), ontwerp deur onafhanklike spelontwikkelingstudio, **PlayStakes**; en 'n TKO-speletjieplan om te bring *“Regte boks na die blockchain.* Om die tegnologiese koevert te stoot as wat tans beskikbaar is in die crypto-speelruimte, Crypto Boxers het gamers in koorsagtige afwagting, aangesien dit werklike boksers sal bevat as versamelbare tekens vir die virtuele vegaksie op Ethereum.

Die nuwe logo van Crypto Boxers bevorder die speler nou as die uiteindelike kripto-aanspraakmaker, om die klem van professionele boksers af te skakel na die speler. Die dinamiese nuwe webwerf bied 'n voorskou van Crypto Boxers se volledig meeslepende, gebruikersvriendelike wêreld waar gamers 'n fantasie-boksarena sal ervaar en 'n interaktiewe "handskoene" -belewing kan ondervind met die bokser van hul keuse.

'Hulle het gesê dit kan nie gedoen word nie, maar ons doen dit,”Onthul Gilliam. 'Na 459 verwerpings, Ek het nou groot verpligtinge, vennote en groeiende belangstelling van professionele boksers wat ons nou bel. Ons is die eerste professionele sportspeletjie op blockchain, en ons beplan om elke rondte te gaan! Die logo en webwerf is slegs 'n voorskou van wat nog gaan kom. ”

Round4RoundBoxing, LatinoAtleet, FightTyme, en RichPlaceMedia is die eerste amptelike vennote wat deur Crypto Boxers aangekondig is. Crypto Boxers sal die name van bevestigde professionele boksers bekend maak, boksbeamptes en beoordelaars wat binnekort in die wedstryd sal wees. Sommige van die huidige gesprekke met professionele boksers bevat legendariese kampioene soos **Evander Holyfield, Larry Holmes, Michael Spinks** en **Antonio Tarver**, saam met tans aktiewe kampioeneTerrance Crawford en vroulike bokser **Christina Hammer**.

Om u handskoen in die digitale ring te gooi en op hoogte te bly van die bekendstellingsbesonderhede, weeg met **Crypto Boxers** op Twitter, Facebook, en Instagram en #GetIntheRing nou by cryptoboxers.io !

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HEAVYWEIGHT LEGENDS ROUNDTABLE QUOTES & FOTOS

Desember 3, 2018 FNU47 Skryf 'n opmerking

Former Heavyweight Champions & Stars Discuss Deontay Wilder vs. Tyson Fury Heavyweight Championship Showdown Taking Place This Saturday, Desember 1 Woon op Showtime PPV^®uit STAPLES Center in Los Angeles

Klik HIER vir Foto's van Ester Lin / Showtime

LOS ANGELES (November 30, 2018) – One day before the most significant heavyweight event in the U.S. in meer as 15 jaar, heavyweight legends have descended on Los Angeles to discuss the Deontay Wilder vs. Tyson Fury showdown that will be live on SHOWTIME PPV^®Saturday night from STAPLES Center in an event presented by Premier Boxing Champions.

A media roundtable featured heavyweight greats Evander Holyfield, Lennox Lewis, Riddick Bowe, Gerry Cooney, Earnie Shavers, Buster Douglas en Michael Spinks as they broke down Saturday’s battle of unbeaten giants.

Kaartjies vir die geleentheid, which is promoted by BombZquad Enterprises and Queensberry Promotions, in association with TGB Promotions and DiBella Entertainment, are on sale now and are available via AXS.com. Wilder vs. Fury will be produced and distributed by SHOWTIME PPV. The suggested retail price (SRP) for the pay-per-view telecast is $64.99 for standard definition.

The roundtable was hosted by SHOWTIME Sports award-winning reporter Jim Gray from the Westin Bonaventure Hotel & Suites, Los Angeles. Here is what the heavyweight legends had to say Friday:

EVANDER HOLYFIELD

“I feel that Deontay Wilder will win because eventually he’ll land that right hand. He’s very patient. He’s a thinker, but he can also take chances. When people take chances, they win.

“Deontay might not have as much experience as we did in our day, but he’s got the power. That’s what the people want to see and I think they’re going to be happy when they see it.

“There was a point in time where every great heavyweight was from the United States. We had a very good amateur program. I was the last true heavyweight champion from the U.S. before Wilder and until I lost the decision against Lennox.

“To be the heavyweight champion of the world, and to say you’re the best, you have to fight any man.”

Lennox Lewis

“I think it’s going to be a great fight. Deontay Wilder has a terrific right hand and when it lands, not too many people can stand up to it. I also think that you can’t hurt what you can’t hit. Tyson Fury is not an easy person to hit. He has great ability and movement. I’m going with Deontay early or Fury late.

“We all know how it feels to lose the heavyweight championship. We know how hard it is to gain it back. Fury has lost it, and now he wants it back. I can see now that he’s sacrificing and saying to himself that he shouldn’t have lost it, and now he has to regain it.

“I think the view in the U.K. is that Tyson Fury is the man that stepped up. The gauntlet was thrown out there and he stood up for Britain. Deontay came to England to challenge Anthony Joshua, but it was Tyson Fury who answered the call.

“I would say that there are a couple of meccas in boxing that are places where everyone wants to fight. Las Vegas, New York and of course, Los Angeles. My fight against Vitali Klitschko at STAPLES Center was a great fight. My plan that night was not to box to go the distance, I boxed to go a short distance and it did.”

RIDDICK BOWE

“I’m going with Deontay Wilder tomorrow night. He’s going to put on a great show for everyone and get another knockout.

“Tyson Fury is skilled and tall, maar vir my, he doesn’t do enough on offense. He moves but he doesn’t move his hands enough.”

GERRY COONEY

“I think it’s a great fight tomorrow night. We know that Fury is coming back motivated. If Wilder finds a home for that right, he’s going to take Fury out. I think he’s going to connect at some point during the fight.

“I think Tyson Fury is a great man for how far he’s come back in his life and for standing up to Deontay Wilder. Fury called him out, so maybe he knows something we don’t know.

“I’m so glad to be up here. Look at all these great heavyweights and great guys. It’s special and they’re all here to watch this fight tomorrow night.”

EARNIE SHAVERS

“Me and Deontay are both from Alabama. I’ll be inducted into the Alabama Sports Hall of Fame soon and Deontay will be there one day as well. Deontay is a great puncher and I’m pulling for him tomorrow night.

“I fought in a great era. If you fight guys on the same level, you’ll get good fights. These guys today could get in there in our day and put on a good show.”

BUSTER DOUGLAS

“I think this is going to be a good competitive fight. If I had to pick, I’d take Deontay Wilder by knockout in the eighth round.

“I feel like Tyson Fury has already won by battling back and getting into great shape and being in this position. I’m sure many people thought they’d never see him back here. That’s a victory in itself.

“My victory over Mike Tyson changed my life in a great way. I was now the heavyweight champion of the world. My dream had come true. Seeing my two youngest kids being born was the only thing that could top it.”

MICHAEL SPINKS

“Mag die beste man wen. I don’t know who’s in the best of shape but I think Fury being out of the ring makes me lean toward Deontay Wilder. If Fury is as big in person as they say he is, he’s got a great chance.

“If you’re the underdog, you just have to go on what you know and what you’ve worked on. You can’t pay attention to the doubters. You focus on what you’ve prepared yourself for and give it your all. I always saw myself winning. It’s the greatest feeling to come out of the ring victorious.”

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ABOUT WILDER vs. FURY

Deontay Wilder vs. Tyson Fury pits the WBC Heavyweight World Champion Wilder against the lineal heavyweight champion Fury on SHOWTIME PPV^® Saterdag, Desember 1 from STAPLES Center in Los Angeles and presented by Premier Boxing Champions. The PPV undercard begins at 9 namiddag. ET / 6 pm. PT and will featureunbeaten unified super welterweight world champion Jarrett Hurd returning to take onJason Welborn, Cuban heavyweight slugger Luis Ortiz facing-off against Travis Kauffman and rising undefeated heavyweight Joe Joyce battling Joe Hanks.

Vir meer inligting besoek www.SHO.com/Sports, www.premierboxingchampions.comen www.staplescenter.com volg op Twitter @ShowtimeBoxing, SHOSports, @PremierBoxing @BronzeBomber, @Tyson_Fury, TGBPromotions, @STAPLESCenter and @Swanson_Comm or become a fan on Facebook atwww.Facebook.com/SHOSports, www.Facebook.com/PremierBoxingChampions enwww.facebook.com/STAPLESCenter.

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USA Boxing declares June “Alumni Association Membership Drive Month”

Junie 12, 2018 FNU47 Skryf 'n opmerking

Miguel Cotto Gerry Cooney

Jesse Vargas

Kevin McBride Reggie Johnson

Junior Jones

Michael Spinks Antonio Tarver

James Toney

COLORADO SPRINGS, Lap. (Junie 11, 2018) – USA Boxing’s “Alumni Association Membership Drive Month” got off to a knockout start this past weekend in Canastota, New York, 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 Uitklophoue) en 24 major world titles, joined the growing USABAA ranks as proud, new members.

Chris Cugliari en 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, Uitvoerende direkteur van die Amerikaanse Boxing Alumni Association. “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.”

“Die amateurs, for me, was about fighting for respect,” twee-afdeling wêreldkampioen Junior Jones (50-6, 28 Uitklophoue); opgemerk. “To go to different places and make it very far (as 'n amateur), you have to learn how to conduct yourself and transact with others.”

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

USA Boxing Alumni Association

Geskep om 'n lewenslange kampioen te word, wedersyds voordelige verhoudings tussen USA Boxing en sy alumni, –boksers, amptenare, afrigters en boksondersteuners — The Alumni Association connects generations of champions, inspirerend en terug te gee aan USA Boxing se toekomstige bokskampioene, in en uit van die ring.

Die USA Boxing Alumni Association is oop vir almal wat lief is vir boks en graag met amateurbokse wil bly. Members are granted access to a wide variety of special events hosted by the Alumni Association, including its annual USA Boxing Alumni Association Hall of Fame reception.

To join the Alumni Association, simply register at alumni@usaboxing,.org for a $40.00 per jaar ledegeld. Nuwe lede sal 'n T-hemp ontvang, sleutelhanger en e-beursie.

“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.”

INLIGTING:

www.usaboxing.org

Twitter: @USABoxing

Instagram: @USABoxing

Facebook: /USABoxing

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Webster decisions Riojas in Atlantic City Wins by Seldon, Ajamu, Wikins and Manzueta

Junie 3, 2018 FNU47 Skryf 'n opmerking

Atlantic City, New Jersey (Junie 1, 2018)–Super Middelgewig Derrick Webster pounded his way to a 10-round unanimous decision over Oscar Riojas in the main event of a five-bout card at The Claridge Hotel.

Mis Downing Promotions promoted the near-capacity show.

Met die oorwinning, Webster captured the American Boxing Federation Continental Americas Super Middleweight title.

Webster was pinpoint with his jab, which he followed with a solid body work that reddened the sides of Riojas. Webster stunned the gritty Riojas on several occasions, but the visitor from Monterrey, Mexico showed a good chin and remained on his feet for the ten-round bout.

Scores were all 100-90 in favor of Webster of Glassboro, New Jersey, wat nou 26-1. Riojas is 16-10-1.

“It was boxing in there. I put on a display. Roy Jones told me to keep him long, en dit is wat ek gedoen het. I started the body work a little late, but the jab was my key. I could have done a little more with the body, but the jab was everything tonight,” said Webster.

“In the 1st round, I hit him with a big right hand, but the bell saved him. I hit him good a couple more times. Some guys know how to survive, and he is one of them.”

“We have been talking to the USBA about fighting for their title. That will get me to where I need to be. I am ready for a world title shot. I have been putting it out there that I would like fight George Groves or Tyron Zuege. I will go to China or Germany or wherever to fight those guys.”

Jesaja Seldon scored two knockdowns en-route to a six-round unanimous decision over Lamar Harris in a super middleweight bout.

In die vierde ronde, Seldon landed a perfect counter right that sent Harris to the deck. In die vyfde ronde, it was another right that mad Harris’ glove touch the canvas for a 2nd time.

Seldon of Atlantic City won by scores of 60-52 twee keer en 59-53 en is nou 12-1-1. Harris of St. Louis is 9-15-4.

Prince Badi Ajamu won a eight-round unanimous decision over Edgar Perez in a cruiserweight rematch. Ajamu of Camden, New Jersey won by scores of 80-72 twee keer en 79-73 om sy merk te samel 29-4-1. Perez of Chicago is 7-25.

James Wilkins stopped Joe Gbola at the end of round two of their scheduled four-round featherweight bout.

Wilkins dropped Gbolo midway through the 2nd round, and then pounded on his opponent for the rest of the round. The bout was stopped in between rounds.

Wilkins of Brooklyn, NY is 4-0 met 4 uitklophoue. Gbolo of Newbergh, NY is 3-3-2.

In die opening bout van die aand, Felix Manzueta stopped Antonio Allen in round two of a scheduled four-round welterweight bout.

Manzueta pounded on Allen until the bout was stopped at 1:17.

Manzueta of Dover, Delaware is 2-0 with both wins coming via stoppage. Allen of Philadelphia is 0-8-1.

The card took place on Atlantic City Hall of Fame weekend, and stars such as Roy Jones Jr., Riddick Bowe, Evander Holyfield, Hector Camacho Jr., Bruce Seldon, Mark Breland, Marlon Starling, Michael Spinks and Jeff Chandler were among the dignitaries that were sitting ringside.”

Mis Downing Promotions would like to thank their sponsors which includes The Atlantic City Boxing Hall of Fame, The Claridge Hotel, Fantasea Resorts, AEI Insurance, Urgent Response, HairX, Buy Smart Motors & New Vision Property Management.

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31stannual Ring 8 Vakansie Event & Awards Ceremony REVIEW & PICTURES

Desember 11, 2017 FNU47 Skryf 'n opmerking

(L-R) — Ring 8’s Muhammad Ali International Fighter of the Year Vasyl Lomanchenko & Ring 8 president Jack Hirsch. (Alle foto's deur Peter Frutkoff)

NEW YORK (Desember 11, 2017) – Less than 24 hours after he defeated previously undefeated Guillermo Rigondeaux, WBO Junior Lightweight World Champion and two-time Olympic gold medalist Vasyl “Hi Tech” Lomachenko attended yesterday’s (Sondag, Desember. 9) 31^st jaarlikse Ring 8 Holiday Event and Awards Ceremony to accept the Ring 8 2017 Muhammad Ali International Fighter of the Year Award.

The gala event was held Russo’s On The Bay in Howard Beach, New York, en David Diamante once again served as the event’s Master of Ceremonies.

Six world champions were in attendance, including three award winners: Lomachenko), International Hall-of-Famer Michael Spinks (Historical Award), and five-time world champion Amanda “Die Real Deal” Serrano (New York State Female Fighter of the Year); World champions Vito Antuofermo, Iran Barkley en Luis Collazo showed their support.

“Our awards banquet was one of the best ever,” Ring 8 president Jack Hirsch gesê. “We are deeply honored that Vasyl Lomachenko attended the day after the biggest fight of his career. His presence created an electric atmosphere, the type that is rarely seen. The other honorees, led by Michael Spinks, made it an afternoon that will always be remembered.”

2017 RING 8 Award Winners

Muhammad Ali International Fighter of the Year: Vasyl Lomachenko

Historical Award: Michael Spinks

(with presenter Jack Hirsch)

International Prospect of the Year: Michael Conlan

NYS Fighter of the Year: Marcus Browne

(with presenter Teddy Atlas)

NYS Female Fighter of the Year: Amanda Serrano

Sunnyside Gardens Award:: Bobby Cassidy, Sr.

(Bobby Cassidy, Jr. accepting for his father with presenter Henry Hascup)

NYS Prospect of the Year: Devaun Lee

(with presenter Felipe Gomez)

Sam Kellerman Media Award: Matt Christie

NYS Trainer of the Year: Hector Roca

Long & Meritorious Service: Edwin Torres

NYS Official of the Year: Robert Perez

NYS Promoter of the Year: Mercedes Vasquez Simmons

(with presenter Melvina Lathan)

Ongekroonde kampioen: Richard Kiley

(with presenter Vinny Maddalone)

Ringside Physician of the Year: Dr. Osric King

Good Guy Award: Joanne Doyle Hutchins

Ring 8 Member of the Year: George Newman

(with presenter John Rohe)

Gemeenskap Service Award: Mike Reno

(with presenters Bob Duffy (L) and Bobby McGuire)

Rising Contender Award: Skender & Enver Halili

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31stannual Ring 8 Vakansie Event & Awards Ceremony This Sunday afternoon in New York

Desember 5, 2017 FNU47 Skryf 'n opmerking

NEW YORK (Desember 5, 2017) – Limited tickets are still available for this Sunday afternoon’s 31^st jaarlikse Ring 8 Vakansie Event en Toekenningseremonie, tussen 12:30 en 5:30 namiddag. EN, by Russo se On The Bay in Howard Beach, New York.

Six world champions will be attending, including three award winners: WBO Junior Lightweight World Champion and two-time Olympic gold medalist Vasyl “Hi Tech” Lomachenko (Muhammad Ali International Fighter of the Year), Hall-of-Famer Michael Spinks (Historical Award), and five-time world champion Amanda “Die Real Deal” Serrano (New York State Female Fighter of the Year).

Another Hall-of Fame star, Evander “Die Real Deal” Holyfield, is unable to attend the festivities because of a travel conflict but he did receive his Legends Award at the last Ring 8 ontmoet.

World champions Vito Antuofermo, Iran Barkley en Luis Collazo are cdienfirmed special guests.

Other 2017 Ring 8 award winners include two-time Irish Olympian Michael Conlan (International Prospect of the Year Award), 2012 U.S. Olimpiese “Sir” Marcus Browne(New York State Fighter of the Year), van Staten Island.

“The anticipation is continuing to grow as we move closer to the Ring 8 awards banquetSondag,” Ring 8 president Jack Hirsch gesê. “We are honored that Vasyl Lomachenko and Michael Conlan will be attending despite having fought at Madison Square Garden the night before. Many consider Lomachenko the best pound-for-pound fighter in the world, and Conlan the best prospect. And it will be a special treat for fans to see Michael Spinks, who will be given recognition as being the first light heavyweight champion in history to have won the heavyweight crown.

“The awards banquet is very reasonably priced. Not only will people get to mingle with great fighters, but the food at Russo’s on the Bay is superb and the atmosphere first rate.”

2017 RING 8 Award Winners

Muhammad Ali International Fighter of the Year: Vasyl Lomachenko

Historical Award: Michael Spinks

International Prospect of the Year: Michael Conlan

NYS Fighter of the Year: Marcus Browne

NYS Female Fighter of the Year: Amanda Serrano

Sunnyside Gardens Award:: Bobby Cassidy, Sr.

NYS Prospect of the Year: Devaun Lee

Rising Contender Award: Skender & Enver Halili

Sam Kellerman Media Award: Matt Christie

NYS Trainer of the Year: Hector Rosa

Long & Meritorious Service: Edwin Torres

NYS Official of the Year: Robert Perez

NYS Promoter of the Year: Mercedes Vasquez Simmons

Ongekroonde kampioen: Richard Kiley

Ringside Physician of the Year: Dr. Osric King

Good Guy Award: Joanne Doyle Hutchins

Ring 8 Member of the Year: George Newman

Gemeenskap Service Award: Mike Reno

David Diamante will once again serve as the event’s Master of Ceremonies.

Kaartjies is $125.00 and include a complete brunch with cocktail hour upon entry, gevolg deur sitplek by die toekenningsgeleentheid, aandete en nagereg, en top-shelf open bar regdeur die middag. Contact Ring 8 president Jack Hirsch (516.790.7592 ofAjhirsch5@aol.com) kaartjies te koop.

Gaan aanlyn www.Ring8ny.com for additional information about Ring 8 of sy jaarlikse Vakansie Events en Toekenningseremonie.

Russo se On The Bay is geleë op 162-45 Crossbay Blvd. in Howard Beach(718.843.5055).

OOR RING 8: Gevorm in 1954 deur 'n oud-prizefighter, Jack Grebelsky, Ring 8 is die agtste filiaal van wat toe bekend as die Nasionale Veteraan Boksers Association – vandaar, RING 8 – en vandag leuse die organisasie se oorskot: Boksers Helpende Boksers.

RING 8 is ten volle verbind tot die ondersteuning van minder bevoorregte mense in die boks gemeenskap wat hulp nodig het in terme van die betaling van huur, mediese uitgawes, of wat ook al regverdigbaar behoefte.

Gaan op die lyn te www.Ring8ny.com Vir meer inligting oor RING 8, Die grootste groep van sy soort in die Verenigde State van Amerika, met meer as 350 lede. Jaarlikse ledegeld is slegs $30.00 en elke lid is geregtig op 'n buffet ete by RING 8 maandelikse vergaderings, uitgesluit Julie en Augustus. Alle aktiewe boksers, amateur en professionele, is geregtig op 'n gratis RING 8 jaarlikse lidmaatskap. Gaste van Ring 8 lede is welkom om teen 'n koste van slegs $7.00 per persoon.

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Atlantic City Boxing Hall of Fame Inducts 24 Charter Class Members

Junie 16, 2017 FNU47 Skryf 'n opmerking

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(Atlantic City, NJ – Junie 15, 2017) – Atlantic City Boxing Hall of Fame (ACBHOF) Inaugural Induction weekend held on May 26, 27 and 28th was a smorgasbord of boxing royalty, celebrity guests and legions of boxing fans. ACBHOF mission is to create visibility and awareness through annual inductions ceremonies; boxing champions, as well as the boxing community at-large will have their names enshrined into immortality by being inducted into the Atlantic City Boxing Hall of Fame.

“Watching my vision come together with the assistance of Rodrick Green, the VP of Business Strategy, and Angela Crockett our Communications Director, along with the rest of my team and countless other supporters and fans across the country, who’ve embraced this endeavor has been overwhelmingly impressive.” – Ray McCline, Founder & President

The trio of events, which were sponsored by the Claridge – a Radisson Hotel, kicked-off May 26th with a pre-reception and welcome address in the VÜE Rooftop Bar. Die 150 guests included: Red Carpet Host Whitney Ullman, Atlantic City Mayor Don Guardian, Councilman Frank Gilliam, Dr. Nina Radcliff, Flo Anthony, Aaron Snowell, Lillo Brancato, Alan Goldberg, Ray Mercer, Mark Breland, Iran Barkley, Iceman John Scully, Tracy Patterson, Milton Luban, Chuck Zito, Grandy Twins, sponsors and stakeholders alike.

“The Claridge – a Radisson Hotel was proud to have hosted Atlantic City’s first Boxing Hall of Fame induction class. It’s events like this that make hospitality and history come to life in this city. From the Fight Fan Expo to the Gala it was a pleasure to see new faces and passion throughout a weekend of exceptional events. We look forward to hosting the Atlantic City Boxing Hall of Fame events for years to come at The Claridge – a Radisson Hotel.”- Cem Erenler, V.P. of Hotel Operations & Business Development

Mei 27, the festivities continued into the Fight Fan Experience, a festive boxing themed environment that included a Boxing Fantasy Camp, Pop-Up Barber Shop, Jack Johnson Exhibit Icons of Boxing, The Legacy Exists Joe Frazier Scholarship Fund, James O’Neal Sculptures, The Press of Atlantic City Exhibit, Food vendors and music by DJ Young Hitta.

The evening of May 27th concluded with an Honoree Gala in the Art Gallery celebrating “Women in Boxing.” Host for the evening, Nino Del Buono. Honorees included: Cathy Burke, Marian Muhammad, Joan Pierce, Renee Aiken and Althea “Vern” Saunders.

The culminating Induction celebration concluded Sunday, May 28th with a little over 500 gaste. The master of ceremonies for the ceremony, President of NJ Boxing Hall of Fame, Henry Hascup. The star-studded Charter Class members included: Don King, Michael Spinks, Larry Hazzard, Steve Smoger, Mike Rossman, Dwight Muhammad Qawi, Frank Gelb, Don Elbaum, J Russell Peltz, Dave Bontempo, Ken Condon, Robert Lee, Sr, Larry Holmes and Mike Tyson.

“I would like to sincerely congratulate Mr. Ray McCline, Roy Foreman, Rodrick Green, Angela Crockett and all of the wonderful people responsible for the great Atlantic City Boxing Hall of Fame weekend which took place on May 26th, 27ste, and 28th. The event was an astounding success and it allowed many of us, who attended, the opportunity to relive some of the exciting moments of our past boxing history. The establishment of the ACBHOF will also ensure that the great legacy of Atlantic City Boxing, will be remembered and celebrated for many years to come!! Once again congratulations and I look forward with great anticipation to next year’s celebration. God Bless!!” – Commissioner Larry Hazzard, NJ State Athletic Control Board

Posthumous Inductees: Arturo Gatti (received by Sofia Bella Gatti); Leavander Johnson (received by his Son); Mathew Saad Muhammad (received by Mustafa Ameen); Lou Duva (received by Dino Duva); Jack Obermayer (received by his daughter Ellen Kaplan); Bert Sugar; Dennis Gomes (received by his daughter Danielle Gomes and Mrs. Gomes); Mike Hall, Sr. (received by his son Mike Hall, Jr.) en dr. Frank Doggett (received by his daughter Yvonne “Missy” Doggett).

“It was such an incredible honor to be part of such a historic event. We had a blast at the HARD Kickoff party with Michael Spinks and Ray Mercer. It was so amazing to see all the young kids enjoying the Boxing experience. They are the new generation of Atlantic City Boxing. The Highlight of the weekend for us was the Gala, it was truly a memorable evening. Congratulations to Ray McCline and the inductees on a successful Inaugural Induction. The Atlantic City Boxing Hall of Fame will be a staple destination for Boxing Fans in the years to come.” – Gregory V. Posella, President & Co-founder HARD Beverage

Former Miss America, Suzette Charles, Chicken Bone Beach Jazz Band and saxophonist Parris provided entertainment for the evening. Entertainment was coordinated by Kevin Crump.

Title Sponsors: Hard Lifestyle Beverages, Designer Wraps and Hammer Fiber Optics. The Atlantic City Police Athletic League is ACBHOF’s charitable arm. Keebler Media was the official ACBHOF videographer.

Other sponsors and supporters: City of Atlantic City; Triax 57; 2300 Arena; FantaSea Resorts; Adams Boxing; Rumble TV Network; Tina Davido Promotions; Abrams Boxing, Adams Boxing, Plush Vodka, Punzoné Organic Vodka, House of Genesis and WBC.

While the menus consisted of scrumptious passed hors d’oeuvres and signature drinks, the Honoree cake designed by Cake King of Queens and the unveiling of Commemorative Paintings by Nicolosi were stunning show stoppers.

Another extraordinary highlight from the weekend was when Arturo Gatti’s 11-year old daughter Sofia Bella Gatti accepted her father’s award alongside his longtime friends Chuck Zito and Mike Sciarra.

Click here to see full 2-hour induction ceremony

Michael Spinks interview

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Atlantic City Boxing Hall of Fame Inaugural Induction Weekend Photos from Kick Off Meet and Greet

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Below are Photos from Friday’s Atlantic City Boxing Hall of Fame Kick off Meet and Greet Celebration that was held at the Vue Restaurant at The Claridge Hotel.

(Click on Photos to Enlarge)–Free to use for Journalistic Purposes. Credit-ACBHOF

Michael Spinks Don Elbaum

Steve Smoger Michael Spinks & Russell Peltz

Russell Peltz & Chuck Zito Chuck Zito & Arturo Gatti Painting

Michael Spinks & Mike Rossman Russell Peltz & Mike Rossman

WIE: The Atlantic City Boxing Hall of Fame (ACBHOF)

WAT: The Atlantic City Boxing Hall of Fame will enshrine 24 Charter Class members.

Confirmed to attend Honorees:

Mike Tyson, Michael Spinks, Don King, Larry Hazzard, Dwight Muhammad Qawi, J Russell Peltz, Frank Gelb, Mike Rossman, Bill Johnson, Steve Smoger, Dave Bontempo, Don Elbaum, Bob Lee and Ken Condon.

The Atlantic City Boxing Hall of Fame will celebrate and remember the legacy of Lou Duva, Arturo “Thunder” Cats, Matthew Saad Muhammad as well as hometown hero Leavander Johnson for their extraordinary careers spanning seven decades.

Special Guests

*Ray Mercer (BULLYING…We’re Kickin’ It Spokesperson)
*Mark Breland
*Iran Barkley
*Milton Luban
*Tracy Patterson
*John Scully

Non Fighters
*Don Guardian, Mayor of Atlantic City
*Rodney Jerkins, multi Grammy-award winner
*Suzette Charles, former Miss America
*Sophia Gatti, daughter of Arturo Gatti
*Pat Lynch, renowned Boxing Manager
*Lillo Brancato, Akteur
*Grandy Twins
*Vincenzo Vaccaro: Cake King of Queens
*Atlantic City Police Athletic League
*Aaron Snowell, co-organizer the Jack Johnson Exhibit
*BULLYING…We’re Kickin’ Dit
*The Legacy Exists Joe Frazier Scholarship Fund
*Joseph Nicolosi, Artist known for his signature Pop Art portraits
*James O’Neal, Wood Sculpture Artist

WAAR: The Claridge – A Radisson Hotel, 123 South Indiana Avenue, Atlantic City, NJ 08401

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