(4-30-07) bobby bryant recieve's the 2008 Michael Nunnally award. (l to R) Prize Fight Coach and SE Association Junior Olympic Chairman John Bryant, Bobby Bryant, Award Presentor Ronda Collins. Bobby Bryant Receives '08 Michael Nunnally Award! (4/30/08) The Michael Nunnally award is the highest charter award given to a amatuer boxer who has made a commitment to make a difffenrence in and out of the ring and in his community and beyond. Ronda Collins of the Jackson, TN Boxing Club presented Bobby Bryant (Prize Fight Gym) with this prestegious award Saturday, April 26, at the Southeastern Junior Olympics. Another boxer to recieve the Michael Nunnally award is Prize Fight Boxing’s Rayonta Whitfield (2002). Michael Nunnally, originally from Jackson, TN, was a boxer from the southeastern association who drowned while trying to save a fellow boxer in Lake Superior in Marquette, MI. Michael Nunnally Award Criteria The Michael Nunnally award is given annually to an athlete who demonstrates continuous excellence in the following areas:Education, Family Values, Community Service, Teamwork/Willingness/Support. The athlete should possess values that include: Honesty, Integrity, Respect, Flexibility, Helping others, Innovation, Teamwork, Professionalism, Faith. Click here for more information on the Michael Nunnally Award   Midsouth Golden Gloves Held in North Little Rock! (2/15/08) By: John Bryant NORTH LITTLE ROCK, AR - Nine boxers who competed in the Mid-South Golden Gloves at the North Little Rock Community Center advanced to the National Golden Gloves competition at Grand Rapids, MI, beginning May 5. Those Open Division boxers who advanced included: 112 pounds - Henry Clay, Louisiana 125 pounds - Quinton Benjamin, Louisiana 132 pounds - Joel Baglio, Louisiana 141 pounds - Deondre Malvin, Arkansas 152 pounds - Anthony Campbell, West Tennessee 165 pounds - Jacob Perry, Arkansas 178 pounds - Louis Webster, Arkansas 201 pounds - Robert Alexander, Arkansas 201-plus pounds - Wilfred Fuselier, Louisiana Saturday, April 12 Results: Bout 1 - (14-15 year olds, 106 pounds) - Keevan Evans (Arkansas) def. Jerry Lawton (Mississippi), by points Championship bouts: Bout 2 - (Juniors, 119 pounds) - Kiun Evans (Arkansas) def. Mike Kelley (Mississippi), by points Bout 3 - (Juniors, 132 pounds) - Brian Nichols (Mississippi) vs. Thomas Gifford (Arkansas), by points Bout 4 - (Juniors, 139 pounds) - Bobby Bryant (Mississippi) def. Rico King (Arkansas), by points Bout 5 - (Juniors, 165 pounds) - Nathan Bedwell (West Tennessee) def. Todd Manuel (Louisiana), by points Bout 6 - (Open, 132 pounds) - Joel Baglio (Louisiana) def. Chris Bell (Arkansas), by points Bout 7 - (Open, 141 pounds) - Deondre Malvin (Arkansas) def. Jared Menard (Louisiana), by points Bout 8 - (Open, 152 pounds) - Anthony Campbell (West Tennessee) def. William Crittenden (Mississippi), by points Bout 9 - (Open, 165 pounds) - Jacob Perry (Arkansas) def. Justin Marshall (West Memphis), by points Bout 10 - (Open, 178 pounds) - Luis Webster (Arkansas) def. Antonio Mignella (Louisiana), by points Bout 11 - (Open, 201 pounds) - Robert Alexander (Arkansas) def. Elvis Ray (West Tennessee), by points Bout 12 - (Open, 201-plus pounds) - Wilfred Fuselier (Louisiana) def. Quincy Palmer (Arkansas), by points   SE USA Boxing Association hosts Jr Olympic Tourny! (2/5/08) Holly Springs, MS, to host Tournament! By: John Bryant The Southeastern USA Boxing Association will host it's Junior Olympic Tournament on April 25-26, at the Multi-Purpose Complex at 235 North Memphis Street in Holly Springsm Ms. This tournament will determine which of the southeastern assocation's 15-16 year boxers qualify for the box off to go to the National Junior Olympics in Marqueete, Mi, at the Oylmpic Training Center on the campus of Northern Michagan University. This tournament is for open class 15-16 year olds but will also feature some of the southeastern'ss best junior open 13-14 year old boxers as they can advance to the regionals in Chattanooga, TN. Tickets sold at the door $8 per session or $15 for both days bell time is 7p.m. Friday preliminarys and Saturday afternoon 1 p.m. for finals. Up and coming pro boxer Chris "The Hurricaine" Howard, who came up through the southeastern assocation, will be there Saturday to take photographs with the fans and sign autographs. For futher info or to purchase ringside tables that seat 8 for $ 200 for both days contact John Bryant southeastern junior olympic chairman at 901-831-8215. Special thanks goes out to the City of Holly Springs for their help in hosting this event.     Congratulations Joey Bryant (2/5/08) Bryant wins National Gold @100lbs. Now #1 13yr old in Nation! By: John Bryant The Truman Ballroom, Hilton Gardens Kansas City, MO, played host to the nation’s top amateur boxer’s for age 15 and under. The National Silver Gloves and Under tournament will determine the best in the nation. These young boxers had to win state and region titles to repesent their respected region. Joey Bryant (Prize Fight Gym) took no prisoners in the tournament. After defeating Nate Ridlings in the preliminary round he moved on to defeat Mario Espinoza in the semi-finals. Bryant then entered the finals an under dog as his opponent, George Nacerio, had defeated the former #1 ranked champion in the preliminarys. Bryant, even with suffering from the flu, out boxed Nacerio to a 5-0 decision to win the 2008 National Silver Gloves. Joey Bryant is now ranked the #1 100 lb. 13 year old in the nation. Joey's younger brother, Bobby Bryant, lost a close decision Friday night in the semi-finals.   Bryant Borthers win National Silver Gloves! Will fight in nationals 1/29! (1/28/07) Submitted by John Bryant Bobby Bryant will repesent region 6 at the National Silver Gloves Tournamnt at 139lbs and brother Joey will repesent region 6 at 100lbs after winning the region 6 silver gloves in North Little Rock, held jan 10-12. The nationals will be in Independence, MO, January 29th- February 1st. (12-4-07) Bryant Brothers with title belts.   Bryant Borthers Training for National Silver Gloves! (12/4/07) Submitted by John Bryant The Bryant brothers, of Prize Fight Gym, have begun Camp Silver They are training for the National Silver Gloves and hope to begin the 2008 season with another national title. The State Silver Glove Championships will be December 14-15, Pearl, MS. Winners will advance to the regionals to beheld in Little Rock, AR, and then on to Kansas City in February. Six of the Byrant brother’s team members will compete in the State Championships the first time. The Bryants will face stiffer competition in this year’s tournament as both will move into new age brackets as well as weight divisions. Bobby will enter the 138lb class and Joey will enter the 100lb class. When asked about how they felt about the 2008 season both brothers responded that they feel they have to move up in class since they started trianing at the Prize Fight Gym. “Brain and Russ Young have given us great support and we feel honored to be able to bring back national tiltes to the gym,” said the Bryants. “Hopefully, with 2008 coming up, all of our team mates will be able to make it to thenationals with us.”   Mid-South fighters win national titles in Memphis! (11/5/07) Submitted by John Bryant Over 225 boxers competed over 3 days in the title national championships. Ladrious Miller, Memphis PAL Anthony Bailey, Memphis PAL Davion Rudd, Covington, TN Anthony Campbell, Covington, TN (2007 Oylmpic Trials Semi Finalist)Bobby Bryant, Prize Fight GymJoey Bryant, Prize Fight GymAdrianne Presley, Prize Fight Gym Other states taking titles were New York , Mossuri , Oklahoma , Washington D.C., Maryland, Texas, Ohio, Georgia.   Prize Fight Gym Brings Home 3 National Titles! (11/5/07) Submitted by John Bryant Prize Fight Gym brings home 3 national titles from the Title Nationals in Memphis, November 1-3, 2007. The finials, held Saturday, November 3rd, featured 26 contested bouts. Bobby Bryant (132lbs.), claimed his title in the 15-16 year old Senior Open Division. Joey Bryant (95lbs.), won his title in the 11-12 year old Junior Open Division. Adrianne Presley (115lbs.) reeled in a tile in the 13-14 year old Female Division. Justin Smith (101 lbs.) captured the 13-14 year old Novice Division Prize Fight Gym was pleased to compete in front of a home town crowd. Prize Fight Gym would like to thank their supporters for attending. Of 31 bouts held Friday night that extend late into the night, 15 were championship finals for the novice division.   Memphis' Miller Claims National PAL Championship at 146lbs! (10/10/07) Submitted by John Bryant 13-14 year old Ladaruis Miller of Memphis Police Gym won the National PAL Championships in oxnard calf Friday night (10/5) in the 146lb. division. Memphisboxing.com would like to congratulate Ladaruis for his success.   Title National Amateur Championships Nov. 1-3 in Memphis! (9/24/07) From Fightnews.com [9/22/07] Prize Fight Promotions and Team Bryant Boxing Club Will Host will host the Title Boxing National Championships Nov 1-3, 2007. The nation's top elite amateur boxers will compete for a national title at the Pipkin Building behnd the Liberty Bowl at the Midsouth Fairgounds. Tickets are $10 a session and can be purchased by calling Prize Fight Promotions or at the door. Sponsored by Title Boxing. Anyone needing info can call John Bryant at 901-831-8215.   Joey Bryant Decisions Lawton! (9/11/07) From John Bryant [9/8/07]  Prichard, Alabama – Joey Bryant (12 year old 95lb. ) stepped into the ring in the first fight of the night at Blount High School to face off with 14 year old 2006 National Silver Gloves Champion Jerry Lawton and won a close split decision. Joey’s older brother Bobby was unable to find an opponent.   MIdsouth Fighters Battle in 2008 Olympic trials from Houston, TX! (8/22/07) From Fightnews.com [8/22/07] Anthony Campbell, 152 lbs/69 kg - Covington, TN Stopped David Lopez, Parma, Id., RSCO-3 (1:04) - Tuesday 8/21 Decisioned by Charles Hatley, Dallas, Texas, 24-15 - Monday 8/20 Jonathan Nelson, 165 lbs/75 kg: - Little Rock, Ark Stopped by Shawn Porter, Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio, RSCO-3 (0:06) - Tuesday 8/21 Decisioned by Dominic Wade, Largo, MD, 26-8 - Monday 8/20 Catch up on all 2008 Olympic Trial Results   Bryant Brothers Live on the Morning Show Tuesday! (8/20/07) Submitted by John Bryant 2007 National Junior Golden Glove Champions Bobby and Joey Bryant to appear on WREG TV Tuesday morning between 9 and 10AM on the Morning Show at Peabody Place in Downtown Memphis, TN. The Champions will be interviewed by News Channel 3 anchor Alex Coleman. Tune in to channel 3 to see these future Olympians.

(8-16-07) Bryant Brothers 1323lb. Bobby (l) and 95lb. Joey Pose for the press after winning National Junior Golden Gloves in Mesquite, NV.

2007 national junior golden glove championships for Bryant Brothers! (7/30/07)
Submitted by John Bryant

Twelve-year-old Joey Bryant (95 lbs.) and fouteen-year-old (132 lbs) Bobby Bryant of Olive Branch Boxing Club (Olive Branch, MS) faced stiff competition on their way to securing National Titles in their repective weight divisions at the National Junior Golden Gloves in Mesquite, NV, hosted by the Cas Blanca Hotel and Casino Events Center July 26-28.

Joey Bryant won his 2007 National Title for the 11-12 95 lb. divsion then minutes later Bobby Bryant defeated Marco Andrade, who trains at Detroit’s Kronk Gym, to take the 132lb Division of the 2007 National Junior Golden Gloves.

The brothers are set to compete again this week in Kansas City, MO, at KCI Expo Center in the Ringside World Championships, July 31-August 5.

Team Bryant trains out of Prize Fight Boxing Gym in Southaven, MS, under the guidance of Coach John Bryant.

Memphisboxing.com congratulates these two amateur fighters for their accomplishments!

 

Bryant Brothers and Turbyfill at National Jr. Golden Gloves tonight! (7/27/07)
Submitted by John Bryant

Bobby Bryant, Joey Bryant and Hunter Turbyfill of Olive Branch Boxing Club (Olive Branch, MS), all advance to the semi-finals at the National Jr. Golden Gloves held at the Casa Blanca Hotel and Casino Events Center, Mesquite, NV.

32 Bouts are set to be contested Friday night with the winners advancing to the finals Saturday night.

 

Team Bryant Wins Team Trophy @ MIssissippi/Louisianna Jr. Golden Gloves! (7/10/07)
Submitted by John Bryant

Bobby Bryant defeated Louisianna's "Rajun Cajun" Joe Almanza on friday night and Joey Bryant defeated Devon Adams of Larose, LA, Saturday night Joey Bryant defeated Corey Lee of Gulf Port.0

The Bryant brothers will compete at the National Junior Golden Gloves in this month (July 25-29) in Mesquite, Nevada. There Bobby and Joey will repensent the state of Mississippi and Prize Fight in the National Tournament.

Also fighting this past weekend in a scheduled, non-tournament matched bout was Olive Branch's Hunter Turbyfill. Turbyfill lost a split decision to Bryon Watson.

 

B. Bryant Def. Singleton – J. Bryant def. Dailey! (7/2/07)
Submitted by John Bryant

Bobby Bryant and St. Louis' own Jarod Singleton finally made their fight a reality Saturday night (6/30) at the Total Conflict Boxing and MMA show (Sikeston, MO) after the original fight date fell through.

Singleton is a good fighter who comes from a line of boxers. His older brother won the Eastern Oylimpic trials in Cinncinatti, OH, earlier this year. He is trained by highly regarded St. Louis coach, Buddy Shaw.

In the fight Bryant's hand speed was impressive even with a couple hours of rest from laying sod earlier in the day. Bryant handley defeated singelton by a 5-0 decsion.

The match was Bryant's first since winninig the National Summer Classic.

The St Louis Team asked for a rematch between Bobby's younger brother Joey Bryant and Leonard Dailey after Joey defeated Dailey a few months back.

Once again, the younger Bryant defeated Dailey. This time by a 5-0 decsion.

Olive Branch Boxing Club will be in action again in West Monroe, LA. July 5 and 6 for the MS./LA JR. Golden Gloves Touney held at the West Monroe Sports Complex.

 

Bobby Bryant wins National Title @ 132lbs. in Augusta , GA! (6/25/07)
Amateur Jr. Summer Boxing Classic!
Submitted by John Bryant

Olive Branch, MS', Bobby Bryant won a National title at 132lbs. Saturday night in Augusta, GA. Bobby jumped on his opponent from the opening bell. After younger brother Joey lost close 3-2 split decsion, Bryant let it all hang out in this fight. After the first round Bryant pulled ahead in points and continued to rack them up. Spectators at ringside said they had never seen Bobby look so polished and on cue. Bobby Bryant defeated Ebbe Perry (North Carolina) in the Semi-Finals to advance to the championship fight. Olive Branch Boxing Club thanks their sponsors saying " without them none of this would have been possible," Congratulations to Bobby Bryant for his National Title!.

 

Augusta , GA Amateur Jr. Summer Boxing Classic! (6/22/07)
Mississippi and Arkansas Boxers look to enter Finals!
Submitted by John Bryant
Thursday night in Augusta, GA, 95 lb Joey Bryant advanced to the finals of the 2007 Ringside/Comcast Augusta Boys and Girls JR National Summer Boxing Classic by defeating Florida's Justin Paldo. Joey will now face Texas' Angel Campo.

Bobby Bryant will face off with North Carolina's Ebbe Perry tonight (6/22). Should Byrnat win he will advance to the finals.

Arkansas' team had two of their boxers advanced to the finials. Ethan Clark (65lbs) and Brydon Watson (85lbs).

The finails will will be Saturday night (623) at the May Park Center in downtown Augusta, GA.

 

Augusta Days Amateur Show! (5/14/07)
Coaches bring all your fighters from 8 to Masters 36+
Submitted by Amy Hurford

The Augusta boxing club is holding its annual Augusta Days Boxing Show on Saterday, May 26th at 2:00pm in downtown Augusta, Arkansas. Weigh ins will be from 10:00am til 12 noon with physicals at 1: pm. Ages 8 and up welcome. Coaches bring all your boxers, masters (over 36 yrs of age) included, as we anticapate a few open and masters bouts. All teams invited Arkansas, Mississippi, Tennessee, Alabama, Missouri, etc.

Augusta is located in eastern arkansas, 90 minutes due west of memphis on hwy 64. for more info contact bryon hurford at 870-919-1912.

 

Covington, TN, Southeastern Senior and JO Tournament Results! (4-26-07)
Submitted by John Bryant

Friday’s Results
Jamall Holland (Covington, TN) def. Matt Gardner (Chattanooga Westside)
Darrious Woods (Chattanooga) def. Alex Lovelady (Clarksville, TN)
Juwan Ruud (Covington, TN) def. Cody Knachus (Clarksville, TN)
Jarvis Rudd (Covington, TN) def. Hunter Turbyfill (Olive Branch, MS)
Joey Bryant (Olive Branch, MS) def. Greg Gillispie (Chattanooga Westside)
Bobby Bryant (Olive Branch, MS) def. Jermany Grace (Clarksville, TN)
Danta Evans (Covington, TN) def. Jonathan Simmions (Huntsville, AL)
Lamarcus smith (Chattanooga Westside) def. Wade Roberts (Olive Branch, MS)

Friday Open Tournament Bouts
Tim Vannewhouse (Chatanooga) def. Miguel Lopez (Clarksville, TN)
Anthony Wester (Selma, AL) def. Jerry Vaugh (Knoxville)

Saturday Night Results
Joseph Woodrow (Jackson, TN) def. Jason Lovelady (Clarksville, TN)
Lamacus Smith (Chattanooga) def. Dalton Hughes (Columbia, TN)
DeAndre Woods (Jackson) def. Hunter Turbyfill (Olive Branch)
Carroll def Cameron Tohmn (Ripley)
Joey Bryant (Olive Branch) def Ryan Martin (Chattanooga Westside
Ladarious Miller (Memphis PAL) def. Bobby Bryant (Olive Branch)
Paris McCullough (jackson) def Anthony Bailey (Memphis PAL)

Saturday Open Tournament Bouts
Tim Vannewhouse (Chattanooga) def. Aaron Anderson (Knoxville)
Chris Howard (Crossville, TN) def. Chris Rudd (Covington)
Anthony Campbell (covington) def. Eric Jacob (AL)
Keandrea Leatherwood (AL) def Corey Somerville (Covington)
Deantay Wilder (Birmingham) def. Esau Eatman (Memphis PAL)
Jessie Peterson (Scenic City, TN) def. Anthony Webster, (AL)

Covington, TN, will host 2008 Senior USA Tournament! (4-23-07)

Olive Branch, MS will host 2008 Junior Oylmpics! (4-23-07)

Olive Branch Boxing Club Reels in Awards! (4-23-07)
Submitted by John Bryant

The Olive Branch Boxing Club had a great weekend winning 10 awards at the South eastern Senior and Junior Olympic Tournament held at the Covington Boxing Gym.

Joey Bryant (Olive Branch, MS) pulled in four awards. He received the “Tournament Outstanding Boxer” award, “Bout of the Night” award for Friday and Saturday night and the “Champonship Award.”
Bryant defeated 2 of the nations top ranked boxers this weekend defeating Ryan Martin on Saturday. Martin is ranked # 2 in the Silver Gloves this year, #1 last year and has won the Ringside World Chamionships in two consecutive years.

John Bryant (Olive Branch, MS) won the 2007 Junior Olympic Coach Award.
Bobby Bryant advanced to the regionals Friday night by defeating Clarksville, TN’s, Jeremy Grace on Saturday.

In a non-tournament bout and rematch with l .Miller (Memphis, TN) Bobby Bryant lost on a 3-2 split decision. Immediately following the decision, alledgedly there was an ringside issue over the scores.

In their first year in the Junior Oylmpics, Hunter Turbyfill of Olive Branch won the “Sportsmanship” award and Wade Roberts (Olive Branch) won the “Runner Up” award.

Carroll (Olive Branch) won by stopage Saturday night.

Boxing teams that competed in this event were Covington, TN, Jackson, Knoxville, TN, Birmingham, Al, Selma, AL, Tuscaloosa, AL , Chattanooga, TN, Memphis PAL, Clarksville, TN, Ripley, TN and Olive Branch, MS.

2007 SE District JO Tourney in Covington, TN - 4/20-21! (4-16-07)
Submitted by John Bryant

This year's 2007 Junior Olympics and Southeatern USA Senior District and under 19 tounament will be hosted by the Covington Boxing Club April 20-21 at the Covington Boxing Gym.

The tournament is for open juniors and seniors of the Southeastern Assocation with the winners age 13 and up advanceing to the regionals and age 15-16 to the nationals. The winners will compete against the Southern Assocation (location TBA). All boxers with five bouts or more may compete. Weigh ins are Wednesday, April 18, 5-7 p.m.

Weight Masters in the Memphis area for this tounament are as follows; Sonny Torrance 901-320-5708 ( Memphis area ), Jimmy Glover 901-476-8292 (Covington), Clay Conrad 731-635-5280 ( Ripley, TN), John Bryant 901-831-8215 (Northern MS). Boxers needing weightmasters in Eastern TN. or Birmingham, AL, may contact Mrs Ronda Collins at 731-664-1575 or any of the weight masters above for contact info in their area.

This tournament will draw boxers from the entire Southeastern Assocation since this is an advancing tounament. All are invited to come show support for these young boxers as they try to make their way to the top of their divisions.

Tickets will be on sale at the door of the Covington Boxing Gym.

Mississippi Gold Gloves Results! (3-19-07)
Submitted by Pearl Boxing Club

The Mississippi Golden Gloves was held this past weekend in Pearl, MS.
27 action packed bouts decided the Mississippi team for the Mid-South Tournament.

BOUT RESULTS:
Oztayveius Trice (Tupelo, MS) def Dylan Landry (Lafayette, LA)
Vondrick Cawthorn (Shreveport, LA) def Geoffrey Peele (Fort Walton Beach, FL)
Hunter Turbyfill (Olive Branch, MS) def Bryce Landry (Lafayette, LA)
Angel Avalos (Lafayette, LA) def Lieutenant Carroll (Olive Branch, MS)
Itesca Cox (Tupelo, MS) def Kansas West (Clinton, LA)
Casy Adams (LaRose, LA) def Eric Scott (Shreveport, LA)
Samuel Johnson (Clinton, LA) def Damonte Gassoway (Tupelo, MS)
Hugh Moore (Hattiesburg, MS) def Michael Kelley (Pearl, MS)
Will Crittenden (Gulfport, MS) def Nick Evans (Gulfport, MS)
Eric Hurst (Clinton, LA) def Ujima Greely (Monroe, LA)
Lawrence Brown (Monroe, LA) def Rynell Richard (Lafayette, LA)
Kenny Banks (Clinton, LA) def Khiris Smith (Hattiesburg, MS)
Tyron Davis (Monroe, LA) def Christian Williford (Lafayette, LA)
George Henagen (Lafayette, LA) def Runtago Rush (Columbus, MS)
Joey Bryant (Olive Branch, MS) def Jerry Lawton (Hattiesburg, MS)
Rheno Nieto (Gulfport, MS) def Darryl Nichols (Pearl, MS)
Steven Hopkins (Tupelo, MS) def Ranordoe Robinson (Columbus, MS)
Brandon Harper (Gulfport, MS) def Matt Wiltcher (Forest, MS)
Billy Cunningham (Columbus, MS) def Cleothis Rice (Gulfport, MS)
Poncho Moncivas (Laurel, MS) def Chris Parker (Pearl, MS)
Brian Nichols (Pearl, MS) def Bobby Bryant (Olive Branch, MS)
Gevonte Davis (Gulfport, MS) def Franky Jean (Pearl, MS)
Cupertino Coello (Laurel, MS) def Nolan Fulcher (Columbus, MS)
Epifanio Avalos (Gulfport, MS) def Jackie Davis (Clinton, LA)
Reginald Anderson (Pearl, MS) def Russ Hudson (Columbus, MS)
Perry Keys (Laurel, MS) def Brayden McMillen (Tupelo, MS)
Mississippi Golden Gloves Team:

OPEN
119# Darryl Nichols – Pearl Boxing Club
125# Rheno Nieto – Gulfport Boxing Club
132# Curtis Johnson, Jr. – Hub-City Boxing Club
141# Matt Wiltcher – Forest Boxing Club
152# Brandon Harper – Gulfport Boxing Club
165# Billy Cunningham – Columbus
178# Gevonte Davis - Gulfport Boxing Club
201# Maurice Owens – Hub-City Boxing Club
201+# Fransisco Moncivias – Laurel/Jones Boxing Club

14-15
85# Jerry Lawton – Hub-City Boxing Club
119# Brian Nichols – Pearl Boxing Club
125# Bobby Bryant – Team Bryant

Brian Nichols

Nichols - 07 112 lb Nat'l Silver Gloves Champ! (3-6-07) Submitted by Pearl Boxing Club Brian Nichols, 14, recently won the 2007 National Silver Gloves in the 112 # division. He has been selected to be part of Team USA in an International Competition to be held May 7-13, 2007 in Baku, Azerbaijan. This win also gives Brian a berth at the 2007 National Junior Olympics. In the past year Brian has also won the 2006 World Ringside Championships and the 2006 National Junior Golden Gloves. Brian is a member of the Pearl Boxing Club in Pearl, MS. He has been boxing for seven years and has competed in over 220 boxing matches. This was his 5th year to advance to the National Silver Gloves. Brian’s next competition will be at the Mississippi Golden Gloves Tournament to be held in Pearl, MS on March 17, 2007.

Olive Branch Boxing Club Four for Four in Sikeston! (3-6-07) Submitted by John Braynt 85 lb Joey Bryant (Olive Branch, MS) earned an impressive win by outclassing Leonard Daily (St Louis, MO) over three, one minute rounds Saturday night in Sikeston, MO. Bryant picked and landed his shots with ease. In the Co-Main Event 125lb Bobby Bryant (Olive Branch, MS) defeated Theotris Daily (St Louis, MO). With the first round close Bryant picked up the pace by landing jabs and body shots during the second. By the third round, daily was tired and his hands were down. He tried to slip away from the preasure but it was to late for a come back. In the main event Billy Cunningham (Olive Branch) KO'd Matt Gephart (Sikestonm, MO) in the third round of a four round open class bout. Wade Roberts 70lb (Olive Branch, MS) won a decsion over Tyler Latamondeer (Dexter, MO).

Bobby Bryant

Bryant taking on Ozark's Finest 125lb Amateur! (3-1-07)
Submitted by John Bryant

After a two week layoff due to a sparring injury as well as a split decision loss in the Silver Gloves Regional, Bobby Bryant of Olive Branch, Ms, will be back in action this Saturday, March 3, at the Eagles Club in Sikeston, Mo.

After struggling with weight issues during preparation for the Regional Silver Gloves, the decision has been made to move up to the 125 lb weight division for future fights.
Saturday night in Sikeston, Bryant will face talented St Louis’ 125 pounder,
Theordore Daley.

Daley is known for his quick hand speed and ability to switch from orthodox to south paw. He is said to be the Ozark Association’s finest 15 year old 125lb boxer.

When asked how he felt about moving up to the 125lb class Bobby said , I’ve been giving up weight and age for the past couple of years. There is no way to get fights at 125. That’s my natural weight. I feel I’ll do great because I won’t be putting my body though the roller coaster of losing weight for tournaments.

Currently, Bobby’s weight is an even 123 lbs and he looks clean and crisp in a recent public sparring session.

Bobby’s younger brother, Joey Bryant (Olive Branch) will face the younger Daley at 85 lbs. Wade Roberts (Olive Branch) will face Tyler Latomeer of Dexter, MO. The card will also feature some of Missouri's finest amateur MMA fighters.

Miller vs. Singelton - Sat. night in Covington! (2-14-07)
Submitted by John Bryant
Lardarius Miller of Memphis PAL, 2007 National Silver Gloves Champion at 139lbs., will step in the ring against James Singelton (St Louis) for a remtach in Covington, Saturday night (Feb 17). All are encouraged to attend the fights in covington, TN, this Saturday night to enjoy some good clean boxing. Come and show your support.

Coach Jimmy Glover and the Covington Boxing Club will play host to this amateur boxing event, Saturday night at the Old Covington City School gym across from the Tipton County Library just off Hwy 51.

Bobby Bryant Gives up 20lbs in route to win over Miller! (2-14-07)
Submitted by John Bryant
Bobby Bryant (Olive Branch) took an easy win over 2007 Silver Gloves Champion Lardarius Miller last Saturday night in Covington, TN.

Bryant who fights at 119lb lost in the semi-finals in Little Rock at the Regional Silver Gloves to Marco Franco (Texas) on a 3-2 split decision.

Memphis Area Amateur Miller Ntl. Silver Gloves Champ! (2-6-07)
The National Silver Gloves Tournament was held in Independence MO February 1-3. Lardarius Miller who trains at the Memphis Police Boxing Gym was the only local fighter to qualify for the tournament. Fighting for Region 6 a team comprised of fighters from TN, MS, LA, TX, and AR, Miller fought 12-13 year old 139 lb division. Miller drew a bye to the semi-final round where he faced James Singleton of St. Louis MO. Miller out pointed the hard charging Singleton to make it to the finals. In the finals Miller faced Justin Rugari from Utica NY.

Although Rugari hit hard, he was not able to match the hand speed of Miller. Miller won the match on points and was crowned National Champion. Miller will now be ranked the #1 12-13 year old in the 139 lb division. In other news the Region 6 team took second overall, losing to Region 8.

Bryant wins in Jackson! (1-10-06)
Submitted by John Bryant
Over the weekend, 11 year old Joey Bryant of Olive Branch, MS won a decision over Davion Rudd of Covington, TN in the eighty five pound weight divison at the Tennessee Silver Gloves in Jackson, TN.

The Bryant Brothers are preparing for the Regional Silver Gloves
to be held in Little Rock, AR beginning this week at the North Heights Recreation Center.
In Regional Silver Gloves Tournament Bobby Bryant will repesent the state of Mississippi in the 119 lb bracket.

Pearl, MS’s Brian Nichols and Micheal Kelly will repesent the 112 lb. and 106 lb. bracket respectively. This is Kelly’s first year at the regionals.

The tournament begins at 6 p.m. on Thursday (1/11/07) with all winners of the three day single elimination tournament will advance to the Nationals in Lenexa, KS on Feb 1-3. The Nationals will feature boxers from the 50 states in 15 and under age groups.

Bryant Brothers Take MS/LA State Silver Glove Titles (1-3-06)
Submitted by John Bryant
14-15 yr. (119lb) and 10-11 yr. (90lb) respectively!119 lb. Bobby Bryant (Mississippi) stopped Jason Usry (Mississippi). Bryant controlled the first round with constant bodywork on Usry. Using his digging left hooks to the body, Bryant never let Usry get started.
Usry was unable to answer the bell for round two.In his second fight of the

Mississippi/Louisianna State Silver Gloves Bobby Bryant fought a matched bout with 16 yr. old open class fighter, Mike Amaro of Houston, TX.

Bryant controlled the bout through rounds one and two but was meet with resistance in round three. was close bryant won decision.

90 lb. Joey Bryant (Mississippi) Won a decision over Dylan Hollier (Louisianna)
In Joey Bryant’s second fight of the Mississippi/Louisianna State Silver Gloves he fought a matched bout with Cody Dupuy of Houston, TX. Bryant controled the fight from the bell. In round three Bryant cornered Dupuy and connected with a flurry of unanswered punches. After this flurry the refree stopped the bout at :40 secounds of round three.

Both Bryants advance to the regional Silver Gloves in Little Rock, AK.

MemphisBoxing.com caught up with Joey Bryant and father/coach John Bryant last night at the New Daisy theatre. When asked about his victory in the Mississippi/Louisianna State Silver Gloves Joey Bryant said that the win will help him move closer to a national title.

Amateur Show Results from Olive Branch, MS! (12-11-06)
Thanks to John Bryant for These Results!

57 lbs – Trevor Walkin (Covington) def. Tylon Parker (Tupelo)
62 lbs – David Moore (Olive Branch) def. Jamall Holland (Covington)
59 lbs – Antonio Borweelr (Memphis PAL ) def. Jason Sudbury (Ft Campbell)
75 lbs – Wade roberts def AJ Banks (Chattanooga)
95 lbs – Avious Griffen (Chatanooga) def. Kyro Quinto (Clarksville)
102 lbs – Justin Lee Blade (Mancester) def. Damion Johnson (Memphis PAL) 116 lbs – Jonathan macey ( Tupelo) def Kieth Mcallister (Ripley)
80 lbs – Joey Bryant (Olive Branch) def Juan Boyd (Chattanooga)
107 lbs – Shannon Holcomb (Chatanooga) def. Jacob Lee (Mancester)
152lbs – Emmauel Flowers def Spencer Manning (Chatanooga)
135 lbs – Ladriuos Miller (Memphis Pal) def (Jermy Grace (Clarksville)
155 lbs – Coty Lightfoot def Will Tonos (Tupelo Pal)
176 lbs – Emmanuel Vazqez (Mancester) def CJ Thurman (Ripley)
147 lbs – Steve Hopkins (Tupelo Pal) def Donta Evans (Covington)
87 lbs – Deandre Woods def Brandon Williams (Ripley)
139 lbs – Mark Baltensperger (Covington) def Travis Cox (Mancester)
135 lbs – Justin Wheeler (Tupelo) def Alex Raine (Mancester)
170 lbs – AJ Johnson (Prize Fight Tunica) def Randall Fields (Memphis PAL)
150 lbs – Anthony Campbell (Covington) def Nathan Peterson (Blade Boxing) 162 lbs – Anthony Bailey (Memphis PAL) def Nichols (Clarksville)
201lbs – Jeremy Glass def Dakota Gibbs (Clarksville)
155 lbs F – Lauren Shaw (Team Havoc) def Jessica Williams (Memphis PAL) 115 lbs – Thomas Payne (Mississippi) def Carlton Cousin (Tupelo PAL)
65 lbs – Ethan Clark (Augusta) def Alex Sudbury (Fort Campbell, KY)
137 lbs – Thomas Hernandez (Augusta) def Xadrain Borner (Tupelo PAL)
Bobby Bryant did not fight as his scheduled opponent did not show.
25 great bouts of excellent boxing thanks to all that competed. The coach award went to coach Jimmy Glover and Jimmy Humpherys of Covington , TN for all their service and managing to keep such a big team together with a tight budget. Jr. Boxer Outstanding Boxer Award went to Ethan Clark of Augusta, AR. Sr. Outstaning Boxer Award went to Mark Baltensperger fo Covington, Tn.

Bryant/Young Receives Best Bout Award in Chattanooga! (12-2-06)

On Saturday December 2, 120 lb amateur Bobby Bryant (Olive Branch, MS) squared off with Gregory Young (Birmingham, AL) at the Convention Center in downtown Chattanooga.
This bout was to be a tough one for Bryant but it it turned out to be more smooth than previously thought.

Bryant carried Young for most of fight and managed to give Young a fairly severe bloody nose during it. At one point a ringside doctor was asked to check on Young's bleeding nose. Young was allowed to continue. In round two a Bryant punch landed solid to Young's body. Young hit the canvas but was saved by the bell at the end of the round.
In the third stanza Young's huge heart kept him on his feet.

Bryant's punches continually found their mark as he worked both body and head.
Bryant out pointed Young for the victory and got some great work in while preparing for the upcoming States Silver Gloves Tournament. Scores were 32-18 | 33-8 | 28-6 | 39-13 | 24-14.
Out of 32 matches for the evening the Bryant-Young bout received the "The Best Bout of the Night Award."

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Bryant Brothers Victorious in Augusta, AR! (11-27-06)
November 25, Augusta, AR – Joey Bryant (95 lb, Olive Branch, MS) Defeated Trey Griffen of Pine Bluff, AR. by keepng his distance and establishing his jab in their fight. His ring experience helped him gain the victory.
Bobby Bryant (127 lb, Olive Branch, MS) defeated Ulianov Reta from Ray Rodgers Boxing Club in Little Rock, AR. The first two stanzas were close but Bryant slipped and shoeshined in the third, utilizing right hooks to the body to keep Reta from holding.
This was a great match for both boys as they prepare for their respective state’s Silver Gloves tournament next month. Should each fighter advance from the state level to the regionals, it is possible that they will meet again.
Reta is trained by Legendary cutman Ray Rodgers of Little Rock.

Bryant Outpoints Burnett in Jackson, TN! (11-14-06)
Saturday night at the Jackson Golden Gloves Arena, in Jackson, TN, Bobby Bryant, of Olive Branch, MS, defeated Covington, TN's, Steven Burnett.
Bryant stayed in control of the fight from the opening bell until the end of round three by keeping constant pressure Burnett. Burnett stayed on the move for a large part of the fight and was able to score against Bryant, however he began to tire in the middle of round three. Offical scores for their bout were 13-4 | 16-9 | 26-21 | 10-6 | 10-9. Both fighters received awards for their effort. Bobby Bryant received the "Outstanding Boxer" Award while Burnett received a "Sportsmanship Award."

Bryant Outpoints Nichols in Excitiing Bout! (11-8-06)
Fight of the Night at Knox Arena!
Last Saturday night at the Knox Arena in Olvie Branch, MS, the Olive Branch Boxing Club put on an outstanding show. In one of the most exciting contests fo the night Olive Branch Boxing Club's Bobby Bryant faced off with close friend Brian Nichols from Pearl, MS. Although tenative early, both fighters displayed emense talent. Both were crisp and clean as they made their way through three, one and a half minute rounds. However, it may have been Bryant’s activity throughout the entire match and his ability to make Nichols miss that gave him the final edge on the judges scorecards. This was a close fight throughout, but Bryant seemed to settle in and hit stride in the second round perhaps pulling ahead. Nichols, who rallied late in the third, fought strong to the end. Overall it was a good display for Bryant against the more experienced Nichols who, himself, showed great agility and skill. Both fighters performed well above standard and treated the crowd to a great match. Watch for both of these guys in the future. Below are results from 11/4 fights From OBC Tourney.
70 lb – West Carter (Arkansas) def. Wade Roberts Hadley’s Gym
75 lb – Davion Rudd Covington def. Bryon Watson (Arkansas)
63 lb – Felipe Orozco (Clarksville) def. Ethan Clark (Arkansas)
68 lb – Alex Sudberry (Clarksville) def. Trevor Walkem Covington
68 lb – Jomall Holland (Covington) def. Race Ford (Arkansas)
59 lb – Joseph Woodrow (Jackson) def. Jason Sudberry (Clarksville)
119 lb – Nathan Curry (Covington) def. Michael Kelly (Pearl, MS)
168 lb – Franky Jean (Pearl, MS) def. Antonio Carney (Jackson)
153 lb – Paris McCullough (Jackson) def. Josh Luby (Pearl, MS)
119 lb – Bobby Bryant (Olive Branch) def. Brian Nichols (Pearl, MS)
139 lb – Mark Bahenspenger (Covington) def. London Gordon (Olive Branch)
119 lb – Matt McClendon (Arkansas/Hadleys) def. Cameron Harris (Arkansas)
178 lb – Daniel Bullion (Big Sandy, TN) def. Matt Gephart (Dexter, MO)
86 lb – Joey Bryant (Olive Branch) Kyro Quinto (Clarksville)

Boxing Club Cancels – Shows Support! (10-24-06)
Very frequently one hears of scheduling conflicts arising when two like events are planned for the same area on the same date, especially in boxing. Then there are times when one event is reluctantly canceled because of the conflicting scheduling but the rarest of situations is when one of those parties cancels their event voluntarily in order to show support for the other. This is exactly what has recently happened when the Olive Branch Boxing Club chose to cancel their November 25th Amateur Boxing Show to make way for an amateur boxing tournament being put on by the Augusta Boxing Club out of Augusta, AR. This is a great example of two associations working together for the greater good. MemphisBoxing.com applauds this cooperation. The August Boxing Club will host their amateur boxing tournament on November 25, 2006, at the Laura Conner Gym in Augusta, AR. All clubs and boxers are welcome to participate. For more info contact Bryon Hurford 870-919-1912.

Augusta Boxing Club Amateur Tourney, Augusta, AR, Nov. 25th! (10-24-06)
August Boxing Club has an Amateur Boxing Tournament scheduled for, Saturday, November 25. The venue is Laura Conner Gymnasium in Augusta, AR. This event begins at 7:30 and is sponsored by Augusta Boxing Club. All clubs and boxers are welcome to participate. August Boxing Club has some nice Awards for winners. For more info contact Bryon Hurford 870-919-1912.

Amateur Tournament In Olive Branch, Nov. 3-4! (10-24-06)
Olive Branch Boxing Club will host a two day amateur boxing tournament , November 3-4, in Olive Branch, MS. The Interman Building (7852 Craft Road) is located just 5 mintues from the Memphis city limits on Hwy 78 (Lamar Ave). The Mississippi Showdown features amateur boxers age 8 and up. Admission for the show is $9 for a single day and $15 for both days. Teams are expected from as far away as Washington D.C. and Florida.

This show will feature competitions ranging from some of the south’s finest fighters to beginners and novices. Olive Branch Boxing Club’s entire amater team is expected to fight including Bobby Bryant and Joey Bryant. Bobby is expected to face off with Covington’s finest Steve Barnett.

There are ten fights lined up for Friday night and fifteen for Saturday! Tickets are available at the door for $9 per night. Any team interested in entering their boxer(s) should contact coach John Bryant at (901) 831-8215. This tournament is sanctioned by the Southeastern

Assocation of USA Boxing and will feature the 106 lb National Jr. Golden gloves Champion and Ringside 106 lb World Champion Brian Nichols of Pearl, MS. Nichols is ranked #2 by USA Boxing Silver Gloves.

Super 8 Motel in Olive branch, MS, is the host hotel for this event. To make reservations call (662) 893-8930 and mention "Amateur Boxing" for a special discounted rate.
Bryant wins by KO!

Bobby Bryant (125 lbs) from Olive branch MS, faced off with 17 year old Kenny Williams (125 lbs) of Farmington, MO, Saturday night at the Eagels Club in Dexter, MO. Williams was expected to win this fight easily over the younger Bryant but when they faced off the fight lasted only twenty seconds. A flurry of punches from Bryant ended with a left hook to the body followed by a striaght right hand to the chin. Williams was sent to the canvas. Bryant won their bout by KO. Official time was twenty seconds of round one. Also London Gordon ( 141 lbs) from Olive Branch won his second fight of the season by defeating Dakota Emerson (141 lbs) Of MO, on a 3-0 decision.

Covington Boxing Club – Amateur Fights Sat Night! (10-11-06)
Coach Jimmy Glover and the Covington Boxing Club plays host to an amateur boxing event this Saturday night at the Old Covington City School gym across from the Tipton County Library just off Hwy 51.

Covington's Jonathan Curry and Steven Burnett are scheduled to fight in separate bouts. Curry is to face one of Tullahoma's best while Burnett will face 2006 Region Four Jr. Olympic Champion, 2006 Mississippi and Louisianna Jr. Golden Gloves 125lb Champion, 2005 and 2006 Southeastern Jr. Olympic Champion, Bobby Bryant. Bryant also placed third in the nation in the 119lb division at the National Jr. Golden Gloves Tournament for 2006.

Fighters from Arkansas, Mississippi, Missouri and Tennessee will be representing their home town boxing clubs at this event. Fifteen bouts have been scheduled for the evening. Fights begin at 8pm. Tickets are $5 per person.

Any teams interested in competing in this event should contact Jimmy Glover at 576-8292 by Thursday afternoon (10/12).

Dexter, MO– Amateur Boxing & Mixed Martial Arts! (10-9-06)
Submitted By Brad Wick
There will be an Amateur Boxing as Well as Mixed Martial Arts Show held at tthe Dexter Eagles Aerie 4062 in Dexter, MO, October 21, 2006. Doors Open @ 6pm Bell Sounds @ 7pm. For Tickets Contact: Brad Wick (573) 380-0383 or Donny Davis, Jr (573) 703-4637

Bryant defeats Williams! (10-9-06)
Nichlos defeats Wilcher!
Submitted By Olive Branch Boxing Club

Old Boy's Club, Pearl, Mississippi – In the 125 lb. weight class Bobby Bryant, a rising amateur fighter from Olive Branch, MS, worked at an impessive rate to defeat southpaw, J. D. Williams of West Monroe, LA, by decision.

Pearl Boxing Club open fighter, 17 year old Darryl Nichlos of Brandon, MS, defeated
Matt Wilcher of Hattiesburg, MS. Nichlos who seemed to get a late start in the early on, came back in the last half of the fight to defeat Wilcher by decision.

Bryant wins Bout of Night Award! (10-2-06)
Submitted By Olive Branch Boxing Club
After Bobbys Bryant's opponent didnt show at theJackson Golden Gloves Arena Saturday night, a last mintue match up moved Bryant up to the 132lb weight bracket. Bryant gave up weight in his matchup with Mark Baltensperger of Covington Tn but managed to boxed his way to a win in the First fight of the season. Both young men showed great sportsmanship. Bobby won this bout with a 4-1 decision. After this victory, Bryant was given the "Outstanding Boxer Award" for the evening. Both Bryant and Baltensperger won the "Bout of the Night Award."