CBZ News Archives: October 2008
Photo of the Day: Gary Starks, Jr.
By Christy Cappillino
Featherweight Gary Starks, Jr. (22-2, 8 KO's) en route to winning his October 22nd bout vs. Leivi Brea by six round unanimous decision in New York City's B.B. King's Blues Club
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Weights from Baltimore!
Press Release
Joey Gilbert at the scales (photo courtesy TKO Boxing Promotions)
Jonathan Ogden Foundation Charity Boxing EventThursday, October 30, 2008
Martin Valley Mansion
Cockeysville, MD
Joey Gilbert, 167.5 vs. Dan Wallace, 165.5
Katy Klinefelter 133 vs. Jasica Rojo, 130
Ray Cooke, 164 vs. Antonio Walls, 159
Juluis Kennedy, 159 vs. Al Bussey, 161.25
Spencer Harsley vs. Kendrick Walker--will weigh-in Thursday
Anthony Cannon vs. Alexander Johnson--will weigh-in ThursdayPosted by juan @ 09:23 AM EST [Link]
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Golota Hits China
Press ReleaseAndrew Golota, the greatest Polish heavyweight boxer in history arrived in Chengdu, China, on Tuesday at 12:30 a.m. and notified his team when he awakened from a brief sleep, "I want to go see the Great Panda Bears." He and three members of his team arrived at the nearby Great Panda Research Base in the early afternoon where he advised park officials that he wanted to meet Shan Ping, the rare one-year-old Great Panda Bear his promoter Don King was allowed to hold during an official visit in August. Golota is in China to face Ray Austin in the main event of the first world championship boxing card ever staged in Chengdu at Sichuan Gymnasium on Friday, Nov. 7. See the amazing pictures of Golota holding Shan Ping, below and attached. Alan HopperEvent Page: http://www.donking.com/events/chengdu_11708/index.php
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Thomas Treiber Travels to Columbia, SC Tomorrow!
Provides 'blow by blow'for Fox Sports Net broadcast
Press Release
Thomas Treiber (left) with all-time great Chicago Bears linebacker Dick Butkus (photo courtesy Jaime Campinelli, www.jaimecampinelli.com)
CHICAGO, October 22, 2008 -- Nationally known ring announcer Thomas Treiber dons the headphone and microphone this Saturday night, October 25th, as he handles “blow by blow” duties for the Fox Sports Net broadcast of the “EXPLOSIONS OVER THE MIDLANDS” world class professional boxing event.
“'Blow by blow announcing is truly a passion of mine, it gives me an opportunity to truly interact with the fight fans watching the broadcast. I’m very happy that Fox Sports Net and Standing 8 Count Productions selected me for this opportunity” said Treiber.
“EXPLOSIONS OVER THE MIDLANDS,” broadcast from the Township Auditorium in Columbia, South Carolina, features ten world class bouts headlined by an IBF International Super Middleweight bout between Jean Paul “THE PROFOUND” Mendy and Jason “Notorious” Naugler.
This past Thursday night, October 16th, Treiber pitched in for charity as the host and ring announcer for legendary football player Dick Butkus’ Foundation fund raiser at the Park West Theater in Chicago. The star studded event featured an action packed evening of amateur boxing.
Said Treiber, “Working with Dick Butkus was terrific. It was a pleasure to assist him in raising money for his charitable foundation and I look forward to next year’s event.”
Thomas Treiber has been amongst the most visible and versatile announcers in boxing, mixed martial arts and professional wrestling for the last seventeen years.. His credits include work on HBO, Showtime, CBS Sports, ESPN, Fox Sports Net, Spike TV and Pay Per View events. He can be contacted through his website at www.thomastreiber.com or by calling 219-801-9433.
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Carney Bowman Preps for 'Battle at York II!'
Advance tickets now on sale for action-packed November 8th show!
Press Release
YORK, PENNSYLVANIA, October 23, 2008 -- Undefeated lightweight prospect, Carney Bowman, the pride of York, Pennsylvania, is busy preparing for his next fight, headlining “THE BATTLE AT YORK II” on Saturday, November 8th at the Valencia Ballroom.
The Valencia Ballroom is located at 142 N. George St in the downtown area of York, PA. Tickets, with a five dollar discount prior to fight night, are on sale in advance at www.tix.com or by calling 800-595-4849. Doors will open on the night of the event at 6:30pm with the first bell at 7:30pm.
“I love fighting in York, this is my home, I was born and raised here so they know me and have been very supportive. The expectations are a little higher in front of the hometown crowd but that’s the way I like it” said the 25 year old Bowman.
Training out of the Lincolnway Sportcenter, under the long time tutelage of Julio Alvarez, Bowman is preparing diligently for November 8th. “I’ve been with Julio since I was ten, training out of his gym. Training here in York is the perfect environment for me.”
“Typically I’m up early to get my running in, about four miles every morning. Lately I’ve been sparring with Doel Carrasquillo in Lancaster . He’s bigger than me so it gives me a chance to use my strength as well as my speed” said Bowman of the heavy handed Puerto Rican welterweight.
On July 25th, Bowman headlined the first BATTLE AT YORK, sweeping Cuban veteran Alex Perez on all three judges’ scorecards, winning a six round decision.
More information on Bowman’s fight will be announced shortly. Other fighters on the November 8th card include local undefeated welterweight Steve Weimer, undefeated junior welterweight prospect Terrance Crawford of Omaha, Nebraska and undefeated welterweight prospect Raul Tovar of Mission, Texas .
Making his pro debut on the card is the much heralded captain of the 2008 Ghanan Boxing Olympic Team, middleweight Bastie “THE BEAST” Samir.
Much more information on this card will be announced shortly.
Formed earlier this year, the Las Vegas based TKO Boxing Promotions stable also includes: junior middleweight Anthony Thompson, middleweight James Countryman, lightweight Rolando Reyes, the sister team of Katie and Emily Klinefelter, super bantamweight Rafael Valenzuela and junior flyweight Austreberto Juarez.
Further information on TKO Boxing Promotions can be viewed at www.tkoboxingpromotions.com
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Boxing Show at Reihle Brothers in Lafayette, Indiana Cancelled!
INDIANA Boxing Commissioner Jake Hall has informed us that the boxing show scheduled for October 19th in Lafayette has been cancelled.
He wrote via email, "The boxing show scheduled for 10-19-08 at Reihle Brothers in Lafayette, Indiana was cancelled. The promoter was not able to secure the services of a docter for the show."
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Update on 8 Count Show!
Press Release
Please note the October 17th show has been rescheduled for Friday, November 14th with the bouts listed below.
"SHOWDOWN"
Friday, November 14, 2008
Cicero Stadium
1909 S. LaramieCicero, IL
Doors Open 7pm, First Bell 8pm
Tickets/Info. 312-226-5800
No TV
Mike Nevitt vs. Shay Mobley, eight rounds,
light heavyweights
Ivan Popoca vs. Cesar Vega, six rounds, junior welterweights
Eric Estrada vs. Ivan Rodriguez, six rounds, super bantamweights
Juan Bailon vs. Barbaro Zepeda, four rounds, featherweights
Ryam Smedick vs. Gustavio Palacios, four rounds, welterweightsPosted by juan @ 09:54 PM EST [Link]
Photos from David Diaz Dinner at Cabs Wine Bar Bistro
By Juan C. Ayllon, Rafael Tenorio, and Jorge Bravo
The CBZ's Rafael Tenorio (left) and Jorge Bravo (fourth from left) look on as David Diaz (second from left) hams it up in front of Cabs Wine Bar Bistro in Glen Ellyn, Illinois after a wonderful evening with friends
GLENN ELLYN, Ill. -- Former World Boxing Council Lightweight Champion David Diaz joined some friends and fans at the fine American cuissine restaurant of Cabs Wine Bar Bistro in quaint downtown Glen Ellyn to celebrate life, friendship and his accomplishments over good food and drink.
As you'll see, the evening was a success.
To see more photos, click on the link below:
http://www.facebook.com/album.php?aid=38673&l=b1189&id=600612725
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WBC Female Boxing Championship Committee Word
By Jill Diamond
We do live in interesting times! And anyone who says, it's only money, never tried to feed a family on unemployment. As an International Community, we know that we're all effected. The WBC want to wish everyone:
Buena Suerte, Buena Salud y Esperanzaу
дача, хорошие здоровья и упование
好运、身体好和希望
Buona Fortuna, Buona Salute e Speranzagutes Glück,
gute Gesundheit und Hoffnung
幸運、健康および希望행운을 빕니다, 건강 및 희망
Bonne Chance,
Bonne Santé et Espoir
Good Luck, Good Health and Hope!
Keep fighting!
Jill
Jill Diamond
WBC Championship Committee
NABF Women's Division, Chair
World Boxing Cares, Chair
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Updated Schedule for 'Cicero Fury'
"CICERO FURY"
Friday, October 17, 2008
Cicero Stadium
1909 S. Laramie
Cicero, Ill.
Doors Open 7pm, First Bell 8pm
Tickets/Info. 312-226-5800
No TV
Mike Nevitt vs. Shay Mobley, eight rounds, light heavyweights
Jose Hernandez vs. TBA, eight rounds, featherweights
Ivan Popoca vs. Cesar Vega, six rounds, junior welterweights
Juan Bailon vs. Barbaro Zepeda, four rounds, featherweights
Ryam Smedick vs. Gustavio Palacios, four rounds, welterweightsPosted by juan @ 05:41 PM EST [Link]
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Radisson Rumble Tonight!
Press Release
TICKETS STILL AVAILABLE FOR PURCHASE AT THE FRONT ENTRANCE OF THECELEBRITY BALLROOM AT 6:00PM
DOORS OPEN 7:00PM - FIRST FIGHT 8:00PM
Radisson Hotel @ Star Plaza is conveniently located at I-65 & US 30 in Merrillville, IN.
Ticket prices are $100 VIP $75 VIP ringside $50 ringside $30 generaladmission.
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