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Samuels Sweeps Tennessee's Robbins! (11/12/07)
From Fighnews.com [11/10/07]


Starfight Productions hosted their last event of the year at the A La Carte Pavilion in Tampa, Florida, last night, showcasing five pro debut boxers including standout Keith Thurman.

With four of the six fights ending by knockout, the night was exciting and fast paced for the Tampa crowd.

In the main event, Derrick “Super” Samuels (13-2-1, 2 KOs) took on veteran Marty Robbins (22-38-1, 15 KOs).

Samuels kept his fast jab in Robbins’ face from the get go, using it to land a straight left and hooks behind it. Robbins tried to close the gap, hoping to find more success inside, but the slick southpaw was too nimble to be cornered and Robbins rarely got the chance to unload.

By the fifth round, Samuels’ constant three-punch combinations had grown to four and five punches. As Robbins tired in the later rounds, signs of swelling began to show around his left eye.

Samuels continued to show his dominance over his opponent in the last two rounds with the same mix of speed and accuracy.

Robbins never solved the puzzle that is Derrick Samuels, and all three judges scored the fight a sweep, 80-72, in favor of the “Super” one.

Paris Slugout Fight Recap! (11/6/07)
By: Dennis McCaslin



Paris, AR. -Mansfield, Ar. heavyweight boxer J.D. “The Natural” Chapman ran his undefeated record to 28-0 overall with 25 knockouts when he stopped grizzled veteran Marcus Rhode inside two minutes of the first round of their fight November 3 at the Paris Middle School.

Chapman, ranked 13th in the world by the World Boxing Council and 14th in the World Boxing Association, passed his first test in moving up to world class competition by sending the massive Rhode crashing to the canvas with a series of thundering shots early in their scheduled bout.

Rhode, who has fought basically every legitimate heavyweight contender of the past two decades, was stunned by the crashing blows of the young contender as the fight was stopped just 1:34 seconds into the opening salvo.

“ It’s about what we expected,” said Scott Hirsh, Chapman’s Miami-based manager. “”We didn’t get as much work as we anticipated, because Rhode is a tough guy and it takes a lot to knock him out. But J.D. has been sparing with some of the top guys in the world, and we came in here looking for a knockout.”

“ It (the win) is just the next step in the overall plan to increase the level of competition for J.D. and to to get him into some bigger and better fights,” said Hirsh, who earlier in the week was named Professional Boxing Manager of the Year by the Boxing Writer’s Association.

Hirsh newcomer and heavyweight fighter Kassim Howard moved his record to 2-0 on the year when he slammed debuting Arkansas slugger Buddy Gleason at the 2;11 mark of the firsr round. The St. Augustine fighter has jioined the stable at Hirshs' World Class Boxinbg Managament that also includes Chapman, Shannon Briggs and Jameel McCline in the hevyweight division.

In other featured bouts on the thirteen fight card, Paris native Delray Raines reigned over Pine Bluff’s Dominique Azeez with a fourth round stoppage to earn the Mid America Middleweight crown and Australian Dexter “Dingo” Dunworth battered Mitch Hicks to claim the cruiserweight title with the Mid America designation.

WIBF minimum weight champion Sarah “The Thrilla From Manilla” Goodson stopped Addie Erb with a body shot that had the losing fighter exiting the ring as she went back to her corner after the bell for the fourth round, and Paris native and headliner Matt “Rock Hard “ McCartney demolished Randy Rapp of Russellville with a stunning first round TKO.

Ron Collins of Fort Smith got the first win of his career with a knockout of Nathan Bear and Paul Marinaccio of Cary, North Carolina improved to 23-2-2 with a knockout win over Ron Johnson. Jason Jones, Eliot Foreman, Mike Terry and Tommy “Concrete” Connelley all recorded wins on the program.

Slug Out promoter Stacy Goodson said the success of the event ensures the promotion will be back in Paris, probably in the spring. The promotion is also planning a December event somewhere in or around Fort Smith, according to Goodson.

Chapman Scores Quick KO! (11/5/07)
From Fighnews.com [11/5/07]


A pair of 24-year-old heavyweights notched impressive victories last night on the Slugout Promotions show in Paris Arkansas, as world-rated JD “The Natural” Chapman and former amateur standout Kasim Howard both scored early knockouts. The power-punching Chapman dropped Rhode for a count with his first meaningful punch and then floored the wobbly veteran two more times with right hands before the bout was halted at 1:16 of the first. Chapman is now 28-0, 25 KOs. On the undercard, St. Augustine, Florida, newcomer Kasim Howard showed his excellent skills while taking out pro debuting Buddy Gleason. Already bleeding and battered to the body, Gleason elected not to come out for the second round. Howard moves to a perfect 2-0, 2 KOs.

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 held at the Mid-South Fair Grounds over the weekend (11/1-3) in Memphis, TN. Of that number their were several Mid-South boxers who brought home National Titles.

Memphisboxing.com would like to congratulate the following Mid-South amateur boxers for their hard work and determination involved in acheiving this accompishment.

Adrianne Presley, Prize Fight Gym
Anthony Bailey, Memphis PAL
Anthony Campbell, Covington, TN (2007 Oylmpic Trials Semi Finalist)
Bobby Bryant, Prize Fight Gym
Davion Rudd, Covington, TN
Joey Bryant, Prize Fight Gym
Justin Smith, Prize Fight Gym
Ladrious Miller, Memphis PAL

Other states taking titles were New York , Mossuri , Oklahoma , Washington D.C., Maryland, Texas, Ohio, Georgia.

(10-23-07) Arkansas Razorbacks' Strength coach Mike Wessel KO'd Memphis' Matt Thomas at 2:42 of Round one of the "Art of War 4: MIssissippi Mayhem" Main event held at the Grand Casino, Tunica, MS (10/27). Photo by: Art of War

ART OF WAR 4: Mississippi Mayhem! (10/29/07)
Article and Photos Submitted by Art of War

ART OF WAR 4: Mississippi Mayhem played to a nearly sold-out crowd of 2,400 fans on Saturday, October 27th at Harrah's Grand Tunica Casino & Resort and delivered eight action-packed bouts that all ended before going to the scorecards.

MIKE WESSEL, strength and conditioning coach for the Arkansas Razorbacks, was not the favorite going into his heavyweight main event contest against Memphis native MATT THOMAS. Wessel had only eight months of training and carried a 2-1 record against Thomas, who held a 3-3 record against some tough competition. In the opening seconds of the bout, Wessel's standup proved to be tighter than his opponent's and he opened a cut on Thomas' head. Eventually Thomas shot in for a takedown and had Wessel in a bad position dropping punches and elbows. (more)

"Battle at the Beach" In Turks & Caicos Islands 11/17! (10/25/07)
Submitted By Prize fight Boxing


Memphis, TN-Thursday, October 25, 2007-Prize Fight Boxing announced today the Gus Lightbourne Sports Complex on the magnificent Caribbean Island of Turks & Caicos will be the host venue for a night of star-studded boxing.

Saturday, November 17, kicks off the first installment of the multi fight deal Prize Fight recently inked. In the main event, Three-Time World Champion Zab “Super” Judah (35-5, 25KO's) will be featured against Ryan Davis (20-6, 8KO's) in what's expected to be a twelve round slugfest. for the vacant IBC Jr. Middleweight World Championship Title .

The co-main event will include the very popular super duo, the Peterson brothers Anthony and Lamont both ranked #1 and #5 in the world. In a scheduled eight-round lightweight bout, Anthony Peterson (24-0, 17KO's) will face Columbia's, Oscar Leon (27-6, 18KO's). Also, in an 8-round Jr. Welterweight Bout, Lamont Peterson (22-0, 10KO's) will square off against Ramon Duran (11-2, 7 KO's) from the Dominican Republic.

Undefeated ranked # 9 in the world and current NABO Flyweight Champion (18-0, 9KO's) Rayonta Whitfield will go head to head in a twelve round battle defending his NABO Title against Domingo Gullien (36-8, 33KO's) from the Dominican Republic.

Rounding out the card will be a scheduled eight-round light heavyweight fight with #11 world ranked Deandrey Abron (14-1, 10KO's) versus Alexander Santana (6-0, 3 KO's) from the Dominican Republic.

“ We are very happy to bring live boxing to the Island for the first time. Prize Fight is elated to be bringing some of the biggest names in boxing to Turks and Caicos. Also, we would like to thank the Premier Michael Misick and his wife Lisa Raye-Misick for being instrumental in solidifying this partnership,” said Russ Young.
The event will be telecast tape delayed on Comcast in the United States.

Ticket information will be released early next week. For more information Contact Russ Young (662) 349-6263.

Your chance to change History? If you live in TN! (10/23/07)


UFC Light Heavy Champ, Quinton "Rampage" Jackson, who fights by way of Memphis, TN, is on a mission to bring Ultimate Fighting to his home state. Currently, professional MMA and Ultimate Fighting or Cage Fighting, is not legal in the Volunteer State.

What is your opportunity? A petition has been made available to those in the state of Tennessee who would like to make their voice known and sign FOR the legalization of MMA (Mixed Martial Arts) and Ultimate Fighting in Tennessee. Groundnpound.org is set up to receive signatures from those fans who would like to be part of a movement to legalize the sport in Tennessee.
The petition is only availble to Tennessee residents. Should you decide you want to sign (and your information will be kept private) let them know in the comment section that you found this information at Memphisboxing.com.

*** Memphisboxing.com accepts no responsibility for your actions. This information is provided for informative purposes only.

(10-23-07) UFC Light Heavy Champ Quinton "Rampage" Jackson received a key to the City of Memphis and recevied this Grizzlies Jersey with the words "World Champ" stiched on the back, Saturday night 10/20, at the FedexForum in Memphis, TN. Photo by: Joe Murphey Photography

Art of War 4: Cage Fighting Championship - Wessel vs Thomas! (10/23/07)
From Fighnews.com [10/23/07]


The MMA’s extravaganza Art of War 4 is coming to the mid-south area to the only place that can contain it, Grand Casino Resort Tunica. The Art of War 4 event will be showcasing the best pound for pound talent in the deep-south, with eight exciting professional fights scheduled to take place in the circular cage starting at 8pm. Featuring the Main Event heavyweights Mike "The Juggernaut" Wessel vs. Matt "The War Machine" Thomas.

Don't miss one of the most exciting nights in Tunica history, come see the Art of War 4: Cage Fighting Championship live at the Grand Casino Event Center.

Tickets available at the Grand or Horseshoe Box Office, by phone at 901-525-1515 or at ticketmaster.com. For more information, call 1-800-303-7463.

Click here for more info

Taylor to demand rematch! (10/23/07)
From Fighnews.com [10/23/07]


Former middleweight champion Jermain Taylor doesn't plan to wait for a rematch with conqueror WBC/WBO middleweight champion Kelly Pavlik. According to the Youngstown Vindicator, Taylor's representatives have informed Top Rank, Pavlik's promoter, that Taylor plans to exercise a rematch clause calling for an immediate return fight against Pavlik at a catch weight. Top Rank had hoped to stage an interim fight between Pavlik and John Duddy in January before taking on Taylor again. Pavlik-Duddy could still happen, of course, if an agreement with the Taylor Camp can be negotiated. If not, Pavlik's next fight would be a non-title affair against Taylor at 166 lbs.

Results from "Fights at the Fitz" Tunica, MS! (10/20/07)


Click here for October 20th Results from "Fights at the Fitz" Tuncia, MS

MMA -"Rampage" Jackson Presented Key to City of Memphis! (10/18/07)

On Saturday, October 20, Ultimate Fighting Light heavyweight Champion, Quinton "Rampage" Jackson will receieve the prestigious key to the city of Memphis at the FedexForum, Memphis, TN.
The key will be presented to "Rampage", who fights by way of Memphis, at 6pm before the NBA Memphis Grizzlies take on the Miami Heat.

For as little as $25 you can receive a game ticket, a private meet and greet with Rampage at halftime and a photo opportunity with the champ. Contact Carl Rosen by phone, 901.205.1445 or by e-mail, crosen@grizzlies.com for more information.

"Fights at the Fitz" this Saturday Night, ONLY 14 TIX LEFT! (10/18/07)

Memphis,TN - Prize Fight Promotions announced today they are heading back to the Fitz Casino & Hotel in Tunica, Mississippi, Saturday October 20 with a five bout card for the 67th installment of their very popular and fan favorite boxing series “Fights at the Fitz”. This boxing series has been immensely popular with local fans, and every event is a sell out. Prize Fight prides itself on delivering amazing talent and this card is no exception.

Hot prospect D.C phenom Ty Barnette (10-0-1, 7KO's) will take on Memphis local Donnell Logan (9-12, 4KO's) in an eight round bout. Barnette known for his hard punches and slick style will look to add another win to his already impressive undefeated record.

Newly signed Mark Davis (2-0, 1KO) will be back in his third pro fight in a four round bout against Alberto Amaro (1-0). Davis had a sensational career in the amateurs, is well on his way to repeating his success in the professional arena. All eyes are on this young kid from Cleveland as he fights his way through the division all the way to the top.

Prize Fight's Russ Young stated, “This fight card has a considerable amount of young talent from top to bottom. Also, we are very excited to bring a heavyweight main event to the Fitz with Charles Ellis (4-0, 4 KO's) against Aaron Lyons (7-1, 6 KO's). Both these guys are big punchers so fight fans should be entertained throughout this whole card.

Tickets available for purchase at the Fitz's gift shop priced at $35. Doors open at 7:00 p.m. with the first fight at 7:30 p.m. For tickets call the Fitz at 1-800 766-5825 or Prize Fight Promotions 662 349-6263.

Contact Info:
Russ Young 662 349-6263

(10-16-07) Alan Lovell, long time Mid-South boxing Referee, died October14, 2007. Additional information is available from Local Memphis Media. Photo by: JD Meredith

Sympathies To The Lovell Family (10/16/07)

Memphisboxing.com sends deepest sympathies to the Lovell family in the midst of this
difficult and trying time.

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 natinal PAL Championships in oxnard calf Friday night (10/5) in the 146lb. division.

Memphisboxing.com would like to congratulate Ladaruis for his success.

Davis drops 12RD Decision to Luevano for WBO Feather Title! (10/10/07)
From Fighnews.com [10/6/07]

WBO featherweight champion Steven Luevano (34-1, 15 KOs) scored a one-sided twelve round over Antonio 'T-Rex' Davis (24-4, 12 KOs) to retain his belt for the first time. Luevano dropped Davis at the end of the eleventh on the way to a 119-108, 119-108, 118-109 win.

Prize Fight's Davis to Fight Luevano for WBO Feather Belt! (10/5/07)
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Saturday night (October 6) on the undercard of Paquiao/Barrera, at the Mandalay Bay Resort & Casino, Las Vegas, Nevada, Prize FIght Boxing's Antonio "T-Rex" Davis (24-3, 12 KO's) will challenge WBO Feather Champion Steven Luevano (33-1, 15 KO's) for his WBO Crown. Their Fight can be seen on HBO PP V beginning at 8pm.

(10-1-07) Smoger Steps in and waives off the fight when WBC Middle Champ Kelly "The Ghost" Pavlik Overcame a second round knockdown to KO'd MIddle King Jermain "Bad Intentions" Taylor in round 7 at the Boardwall Hall, Atlantic City, NJ, on Sept. 29. Photo by: JD Meredith

Pavlik Knocks out Taylor! (10/1/07)
From Fighnews.com [9/29/07]


Unbeaten middleweight Kelly Pavlik (32-0, 29 KOs) scored an incredible seventh round knockout of previously unbeaten reigning champion Jermain Taylor (27-1-1, 17 KOs) to claim the WBC/WBO middleweight championship on Saturday night at Boardwalk Hall in Atlantic City. Both fighters came out and traded bombs in a great round one. Taylor floored Pavlik in round two after a violent barrage and had Pavlik in big trouble. Pavlik barely managed to survive a very rocky round, but somehow regrouped and had a good round three. After several rounds of excellent two-way action, Pavlik landed a big right hand in round seven and his follow up attack sank Taylor to the canvas in Pavlik's corner. Referee Steve Smoger stopped it at 2:14. At the time of the stop, Taylor was far ahead on all three official cards by scores of 58-55, 59-54, 58-55. There is a rematch clause in the contract, so Pavlik-Taylor II might not be far off.

Welterweight star Andre Berto (20-0, 17 KOs) overcame a very brave effort from super tough David Estrada (21-3, 12 KOs), scoring a spectacular eleventh round TKO in a bout for the NABF title that also served as a WBC and IBF eliminator. After softening up Estrada for ten rounds, Berto finally floored Estrada with a big right hand and got the stoppage with his follow up barrage. Time was 1:17. (con't)

Miller shocks Cavallo! (9/27/07)
From Fightnews.com [9/27/07]


Shannon “Trouble” Miller, of Columbus, MS scored a second round destruction over previously unbeaten light heavyweight prospect Charles “Italian Assassin” Cavallo, of Trenton, NJ in the scheduled eight round main event last night at Delaware Park in Stanton, Delaware. Miller caught Cavallo cold, flooring him three times in the opening round, before finishing matters at :16 of round two. In the co feature, Larry “The Laser” Marks, of New Castle, DE and Dhafir “No Fear” Smith, of Upper Darby, PA fought to an eight round split draw in a super middleweight match. Smith, who had Marks on the deck twice in the bout, was docked a point for hitting Marks while he was down. With the scores being 76-73, 73-76, and 75-75, the infraction cost Smith a victory on the cards.

Steward predicts KO! (9/27/07)
From Fightnews.com [9/27/07]

Even though WBC/WBO middleweight champion Jermain Taylor has gone the twelve round distance in five consecutive fights, Taylor's trainer Emmanuel Steward says Taylor will knock out Kelly Pavlik when they face off on Saturday in Atlantic City. "It's going to be a tough fight -- for about one round," Steward said at a Wednesday press conference in New York City. "Jermain Taylor will knock out Kelly Pavlik. I've never had a fighter in better condition for a fight."

Pavlik Ready for “New” Taylor! (9/27/07)
“ Once I land a punch, Taylor will go back to retreating!”
From Fightnews.com [9/27/07]

Undisputed and undefeated World Middleweight Champion Jermain "Bad Intentions" Taylor (27-0-1, 17 KOs) will make the fifth defense of his two-year title reign when he battles #1 contender Kelly "The Ghost" Pavlik (31-0, 28 KOs) in the main event of “THROWBACK!” this Saturday at the Boardwalk Hall in Atlantic City, New Jersey.

Taylor has successfully defended his middleweight crown against legendary Bernard Hopkins, Winky Wright, Kassim Ouma, and Cory Spinks since first taking the title from Hopkins in July 2005. Pavlik scored the biggest win of his career in his last fight on May 19, a decisive seventh-round TKO against Edison Miranda in a WBC world title eliminator to determine the mandatory challenger to Taylor.

FightNews feature writer Antonio Castro recently interviewed Pavlik on the “KNR2 BOXING SHOW.”

Kelly, you’re in line for not only the biggest payday of your career but also the biggest fight of your career. You’re fighting for the middleweight championship of the world against the world recognized middleweight champion, Jermain Taylor. How do you feel coming into this fight? (con't)

Pavlik: Taylor will fade! (9/26/07)
“ I Won’t Be Fading in the Championship Rounds”
From Fightnews.com [9/26/07]

Undefeated #1 middleweight contender Kelly Pavlik says his superior conditioning will make the difference when he faces champion Jermain Taylor for the middleweight title on September 29th in the highly anticipated, HBO televised clash. “He fades in the championship rounds,” Pavlik says. “We’re not going to be fading in those rounds.”

Pavlik burst into the title picture with a spectacular demolition of Ernesto Miranda, who most thought would be Taylor’s future main threat in the division. Instead, Pavlik backed Miranda down and beat him to a pulp, earning the title shot in the process. “HBO had him go in as cannon fodder against Miranda,” says his Hall-of-Fame promoter Bob Arum,” “He shocked everybody but not us. We knew what he is capable of and we are confident that he is going to win on September 29.” (con't)

Taylor ready for Pavlik! (9/25/07)
Doesn’t Know Why But Glad It’s a “Hype Fight”
From Fightnews.com [9/25/07]


Undefeated WBC/WBO middleweight champion Jermain “Bad Intentions” Taylor eagerly awaits Saturday's showdown with #1 contender Kelly Pavlik in what he terms “a hype fight.” What baffles Taylor is why so much attention has been placed on his undefeated opponent – a fighter the champion views as “not even on my level.”

Taylor understands why there was hype for this two battles with longtime middleweight kingpin Bernard Hopkins and his showdown with the talented and tough Ronald “Winky” Wright. He doesn’t comprehend why such attention has been foisted on Pavlik – though he quickly reiterates he’s glad for the extra attention circling the HBO-televised event. “I like these types of fights; that’s what I live for.”

“ I’ve been watching tapes of him and I don’t see him doing nothing,” Taylor says. “He is a strong fighter but he doesn’t excite me. To me he’s a normal fighter. … I don’t see what all the hype
is about.” (con't)

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.

Johnson-Hanshaw on Nov. 3 in Biloxi, MS? (9/24/07)
Not so says Hanshaw promoter Shaw
From Fightnews.com [9/22/07]

"I am Hanshaw's promoter. This fight has NOT been negotiated through me, and will NOT take place im Mississippi, as the Commissioner John Lewis knows I'm the promoter of Anthony Hanshaw."
--Promoter Gary Shaw

Tyner Stops Logan at Meadow Brook! (9/24/07)
From Fightnews.com [9/22/07]


Detroit lightweight Lanardo "Pain Server" Tyner scored an impressive ninth-round TKO over normally durable veteran Marteze “Too Sweet” Logan of Tennessee in the main event of the "Boxing Under the Stars" event Friday at Meadow Brook Music Festival in Rochester Hills, Michigan.

A vocal crowd estimated at more than 3,000 showed up for promoter Joe Donofrio's outdoor fight night.

The heavy-handed Tyner (17-0, 12 KOs) set to work on battering the body of Logan early, then later switched to the head. He dropped Logan in the first with a right hand and again in Round Eight with a combination.

At the bell to start the ninth, an exhausted Logan (25-30-2, 6 KOs) elected to stay on his stool.

It was an impressive win for Tyner, who showed determination and focus in tracking down the elusive Logan. “He was in the wrong state at the wrong time against the wrong fighter!” he exclaimed, post-fight.

Taylor: Pavlik a normal fighter! (9/20/07)
From Fightnews.com [9/20/07]

WBC/WBO middleweight champion Jermain Taylor spoke today about his September 29 super fight against mandatory challenger Kelly Pavlik. "I weigh 165, 166 and I'm ready to fight," stated Taylor, who also said he's not having any trouble making 160 and enjoying a great training camp in the Pocono Mountains. Regarding Pavlik, Taylor commented "I don't see him doing nothing....he just a normal fighter. I don't see him on my level."

Prize Fight Inks Multi Fight Series In Turks & Caicos Islands! (9/20/07)
Judah, Anthony Peterson and Lamont Peterson to fight Nov 17th!
Submitted By Prize fight Boxing

Memphis, TN-Thursday, September 20, 2007-Prize Fight Boxing announced today the signing of a multi-fight series at the Casablanca Casino & Resort on the Caribbean Island of Turks & Caicos.
The first installment will be November 17th featuring in the main event Three-Time World Champion Zab “Super” Judah 35-5 (25KO's) and co-featuring the very popular and world ranked Peterson brothers Anthony and Lamont, all 3 just coming off spectacular wins in recent weeks. The fights will be televised on Comcast in the US.

“ We are very happy to bring live boxing to the Island for the first time ever, Prize Fight will bring what we are known for and that is first class promotions. Also, we would like to thank the Premier Michael Misick and his wife Lisa Raye-Misick for being instrumental in solidifying this partnership,” said Russ Young.

The undercard and ticket information will be released later.

Contact: Russ Young, www.prizefightpromters.com, (662) 349-6263

Logan to face Lanardo Tyner! (9/18/07)
Could Set World Record In Corinth, MS, Oct 20th!
From Fightnews.com [9/18/07]

Undefeated Detroit super lightweight Lanardo “Pain Server” Tyner (16-0, 11 KOs) will face challenging journeyman Marteze “Too Sweet” Logan (25-29-2, 6 KOs) this Friday in the 10-round main event of promoter Joseph Donofrio’s “Boxing Under the Stars” show at the Meadow Brook Music Festival in Rochester Hills, Michigan. Despite his sub-500 record, Tennessee’s Logan will serve as a strong test for the hard-punching Tyner, as his losses have come against some of the best competition in the world. The undercard features a very interesting women’s match-up as two-time female world champion Jeannine "Heartless" Garside (6-0-1, 2 KOs) will be facing Illinois' also undefeated Brooke Dierdorff (4-0, 3 KOs). Also in action on the professional side of this pro-am event will be “Pistol” Pete Cantu vs. Reggie Nash and Darryl “People’s Choice” Cunningham vs. Edgar King. Complimentary General Admission vouchers to the event can be downloaded here. For more information, visit Donofrioboxing.com.

(9-17-07) Jermain Taylor Focuses on the task ahead during his training in the Pocono Mountains for his showdown with "The Ghost" Kelly Pavlik in Atlantic City, NJ, on Sept. 29. Photo by: Jeff Julian

Taylor Getting Ready In Poconos! (9/17/07)
Could Set World Record In Corinth, MS, Oct 20th!
From Fightnews.com [9/16/07]


Emanuel Steward and his team of trainers have been hunkered down in the Pocono Mountains of eastern Pennsylvania preparing his Kronk stable for upcoming bouts. Middleweight champion Jermain Taylor, in his first stay at the Pocono camp, has been preparing for his highly anticipated showdown with Kelly Pavlik on Sept. 29th at Boardwalk Hall in Atlantic City. IBF welterweight champ Kermit Cintron is also there training for his title defense against Jesse Feliciano on the rescheduled Vargas-Mayorga undercard Nov.23rd in Los Angeles

Results from National Guard Armory, Columbia, TN! (9/17/07)


Click here for September 14, Results from National Guard Armory, Columbia, TN.

Savannah, TN's, Davis Drops Majority Decision in Reading, PA! (9/17/07)


Light MIddlewight Jessie Davis (7-8, 5 KO's) of Savannah, TN, toed the line in a fight with Jorge Delgado and but lost by majority decision at the Riveredge Hotel, Reading, Pennsylvania on Friday September 14th. Scores were 57-57 | 56-58 | 56-58.

Tyrone Brunson Eyes First Round Knockouts World Record! (9/14/07)
Could Set World Record In Corinth, MS, Oct 20th!
Submitted By Edward B. Mendy - Lion Heart Boxing Productions, Ltd.


Corinth, MS, September 5, 2007—Boxing prodigy and knockout superstar, Tyrone Brunson (18-0, 18 KO’s), has his eyes on one thing and one thing only--the world record for consecutive first round knockouts. On Saturday, October 20, 2007, Brunson will seek to break the world record for consecutive first round knockouts, a record he shares with WBA Super Featherweight Champion Edwin Valero (22-0) of Venezuela, at the 9,000-seat Crossroads Arena in Corinth, Mississippi.

Brunson recently got into a bit of a controversy when a broker talked him into signing a promotional with legendary promoter Don King while still under contract with Lion Heart Boxing Productions. After thinking about it further, Brunson reversed course and decided that he would be better off sticking with Lion Heart Boxing Productions. The Don King contract issue currently is being sorted by the parties. In the meantime, Brunson singularly focuses on boxing and desire to KO his own record. (con't)

Ribbons battles Orlando Salido in Second City! (9/14/07)
Memphisboxing.com


Crossville, TN's Ribbons (22-37-1, 15 KO's) battles Orlando Salido (27-9-2, 18 KO's) tonight in Second City on the under card of Fernando Trejo vs Juan Ramon Cruz at the Congress Theatre.

Ribbon's last fight was a four round unanimous decision victory over Terrance Roy in August.

Luevano to face Prize Fight's Antonio Davis Oct 6! (9/12/07)
From Fightnews.com [9/12/07]


WBO featherweight champion Steven Luevano of La Puente, Ca. will make his first title defense October 6, taking on Antonio 'T-Rex' Davis on the Manny Pacquiao vs. Marco Antonio Barrera "Will to Win" HBO PPV fight card at Mandalay Bay Resort & Casino in Las Vegas. Luevano has a record of 33-1 with 15 knockouts. T-Rex Davis is 24-3, 12 KOs and fights out of Atlanta, Ga. Luevano, 26, won the WBO 126-pound title on July 14 when he knocked down Nicky Cook five times and stopped him dramatically in London, England. "We really think Steven is going to be a superstar," said Bob Arum of Top Rank. "But the next order of business is getting into the ring against T-Rex Davis." Pacquiao vs. Barrera is promoted by Golden Boy and Top Rank and will be available on HBO Pay-Per-View. The Luevano vs. Davis world title fight will be on the PPV telecast.

(9-11-07) Never Forget.

12 Rounds with Lennox Lewis! (9/11/07)
By Nat Gottlieb, Courtesy of HBO.com


In the course of his brilliant career, Lennox Lewis has been in the ring with some fighters who could really bang. Mike Tyson, Evander Holyfield, David Tua and Hasim Rahman, to name a few. Lewis knows what to expect when you look across the ring and see a guy who wants to take your head off. The match-up between Jermain Taylor and Kelly Pavlik is truly a "Bangers Ball." No prisoners will be taken. So we asked Lewis, the retired heavyweight champ and HBO commentator to evaluate the fight. Okay, Lennox -- Ding ding!

ROUND 1 (Size)
I think Kelly has bigger muscle mass, and he's got a bigger chest and shoulders. That translates into a heavy puncher. When they say a guy is heavy handed --and they said it about me and about Kelly -- it doesn't come from the hands, it comes from the shoulders and chest.

Jermain brings muscle definition. He's got a pretty tight muscle grouping. What this gives you is endurance, the ability to keep throwing punches into the later rounds. I give the edge to Pavlik although it is very close.

10-9 -- Pavlik

ROUND 2 (Mental Toughness)
Pavlik comes into this fight with nothing to lose. That keeps him focused. He knows what he wants and plans on getting it. He knows that for this fight, he is not going to walk into the ring and not get hit. He is prepared to get hit.

Jermain's mental toughness comes from being a champion. He doesn't think he can lose. He feels this at an extreme level. I was the same way. When they had that press conference (Taylor-Spinks) and Jermain said some strong things about Pavlik and Edison Miranda, it was not trash talk. He means the stuff he says. I'm the same way. Everything I say is reality. If you come to me, I am going to take you out because I have more heart.

Although Jermain would seem to have an edge, there is no way you can say Kelly Pavlik is not a tough guy. He comes to win.

10-10 -- Even, (Con't @ HBO.com)

(9-9-07) Zab "Super" Judah Lands a scortching upper Cut to the jaw of Edwin Vasquez at the Hard Rock Casino. Judah went on to win their fight by Unanimous Decision. Photo By JD Meredith

Judah Rocks the Hard Rock! (9/9/07)
ESPN Friday Night Fights Season Finale View Huge Photo Gallery!
From Fightnews.com [9/8/07]


In his first fight since his epic loss to Miguel Cotto in June, three-time world champion Zab "Super" Judah (34-5, 25 KOs) was forced to go the distance against Edwin Vasquez (22-10, 8 KOs) on Friday night at the Hard Rock LIVE in Biloxi, Mississippi. Judah was in command the entire way, but was never close to stopping the rugged Vasquez, who had entered the fight with a 3-5-2 record in his last ten. Scores were 97-93, 98-93, 100-90.

Unbeaten junior welterweight Lamont Peterson (22-0, 10 KOs) punished Frankie Santos (15-5, 7 KOs) for six rounds, convincing Santos to stay on his stool for the seventh.Heavyweight Adam Richards (19-1, 13 KOs) won when opponent Rafael Pedro (26-7, 14 KOs) was DQ'd by referee Bill Clancy for continual fouls at ten seconds of round four. (View All Results)

(9-9-07) Lamont Peterson lands a right hook to the head of Frankie Santos Friday night at the Hard Rock Caasino in Biloxi, MS. Peterson grabbed the NABO Jr. welter title after Santos refused to come out for round Seven. Photo By JD Meredith

Rampage unifies belts! (9/9/07)
Quinton Jackson becomes first-ever UFC/Pride champion with win over Henderson!
From Fightnews.com [9/8/07]



With another unforgettable night, the Ultimate Fighting Championship made mixed martial arts history as memphis, TN's, world light heavyweight champion Quinton Rampage Jackson unified the UFC and Pride FC titles, scoring a five-round unanimous decision over “Dangerous” Dan Henderson . . .(more)

Judah Rocks the Hard Rock! (9/6/07)
ESPN Friday Night Fights Season Finale
Submitted By Prize fight Boxing


ESPN wraps up the very popular and successful series of Friday Night Fights, on a high note live from the Hard Rock Casino & Hotel in Biloxi. Miss. Three Time World Champion Zab “Super” Judah 34-5 (25KO's) will close out the season when he faces Edwin Vasquez 22-10 (8KO's).

Brian Young, CEO of Memphis based Prize Fight Promotions will address the media to discuss the importance of this fight for Zab and future plans for a title challenge. Zab Judah. Lamont Peterson, Mark Davis as well as opponents and undercard will take questions from the media.
WHERE: HARD ROCK BILOXI LOBBY.

PRESS CONFERENCE: THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 6, 2007, 1PM
WEIGH-IN: HARD ROCK BILOXI LOBBY 7PM

(8-1-07) DeAndre Abron (l) toppled the undefeated Shane Benfield Saturday night at the Fitz to win the Vacant NABO Light Heavyweight Title. Benfield showed true curage by continuing to fight through a grizzly gash on the bridge of his nose that occured in round three. The cut required eight stiches. Photo By JD Meredith

Fights at the Fitz Fight Report (4/3/07)
Abron Defeats Benfield for NABO Light Heavy Title! See Huge Photo Gallery!
By: Michael Sheffield


Saturday night’s Fights at the Fitz featured a promising debut, the return of a crowd favorite and the crowning of a new champion.

In the evening’s main event, Prize Fight Boxing’s light heavyweight rising star, DeAndrey Abron captured the vacant NABO Light Heavyweight championship by outlasting one of his toughest, if not the toughest, opponent of his young career, in Shane Benfield.

By going the distance, the fight eclipsed Abron’s last outing which was a 50 second demolition of Marvin Hunt last month. (more)

results from Tunica! (9/2/07)
Fitz Casino & Hotel in Tunica Mississippi - Prize Fight Promotions

Click here for Results from September 1, edition of "Fights at the Fitz"

Weights from Tunica! (9/1/07)
Fitz Casino & Hotel in Tunica Mississippi - Prize Fight Promotions
Submitted By Prize fight Boxing

DeAndrey Abron 173.5 vs Shane Benfield 172
(NABO Light Heavyweight Title)

Anthony Peterson 138 vs Marteze Logan 136
Daniel Judah 197 vs Charles Davis 208
Yosef Judah 151 vs Terrance Harris 150
Mark Davis 153 vs Gerardo Carillo 153
Kita Watkins 150 vs Nicole Woods 150

Q&A: Jermain Taylor! (8/31/07)
From Fightnews.com [8/30/07]

With exactly one month to go before the September 29th, WBC/WBO Middleweight Champion of the world Jermain "Bad Intentions" Taylor is in heavy preparations for his most anticipated defense to date, against WBC/WBO #1 challenger, Kelly "The Ghost" Pavlik, in Atlantic City, New Jersey at Boardwalk Hall. Both fighters will have had exactly the same amount of time to rest and train since they both appeared on the same card with Pavlik winning an absolute slug-out against Edison "Pantera" Miranda via TKO7 and Taylor winning a against reigning IBF Jr. Middleweight champ Cory Spinks, via a 12-round split decision. As his training moves into high gear, Taylor was gracious enough to take time from his tight schedule to talk with Fightnews.com about his upcoming defense and his future plans. (more)

Judah Wraps Up Training camp in Memphis
Before Heading to Hard Rock! (8/30/07)
Submitted By Prize fight Boxing

Prize Fight Promotions, Super Promotions and Bayou Promotions in association with Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Biloxi, MS, Today announced the return of Zab “Super” Judah (34-5-0 25KO's), to the Prize Fight gym in Memphis. Judah is wrapping up his training camp, and preparing to face Edwin Vazquez (22-10-2, 8KO's) Friday, September 7, on the season finale of ESPN's Friday Night Fights, live from the Hard Rock Casino & Hotel in Biloxi Mississippi.

Judah's last outing was June 9, 2007, going head to head in a highly anticipated fight against undefeated WBA Welterweight Champion Miguel Cotto before a sell out crowd at Madison Square Garden New York. He came out strong in the first round before suffering a low blow, another accidental low blow hurt him more than the first and from that point on was unable to fully recover.

“ This is a must win for Zab, as he makes his way back into contention in the welterweight division. Zab is a three time world champion, on any given night at his best he can beat any of the welterweights out there today, Judah hurt Cotto in the first and third rounds and dropped Mayweather, although the ref declared it a slip. A win puts him squarely back in the game." Said Russ Young.“I am a three time world champion, I'm want a fourth title, I am the best out there, I have fought the best in the world, I've had a few diversions along the way but that's boxing, when I am in top form no one can beat me. My camp has been very productive, I feel good.” Said Judah.

Star-Studded Action at the Fitz Sept 1! (8/29/07)
Submitted By Prize fight Boxing

Prize Fight Promotions announced today the star-studded action packed 6 fight line up for their popular boxing series “Fights At The Fitz” live from the Fitz Casino & Hotel in Tunica Mississippi, Saturday, September 1st. This also marks their 66th straight sell out event at Tunica!

The card features DeAndrey “Black Excalibur” Abron, 13-1 (10KO's) against Shane “The Irish Hitman” Benfield, 17-0 (9KO's) in a 12 round NABO Light Heavyweight Title bout.

Yosef Judah, younger brother to Zab and Daniel follows his sibling's example when he steps into the ring making his pro debut against Terrance Harris in a scheduled 4 round Jr. Welterweight bout. Recently signed hot prospect and much-hyped Jr. Lightweight Mark Davis also makes his 4 round debut this weekend against Guilermo Alonso.

Daniel Judah returns to the ring for the first time since his TKO loss to Darnell Wilson where Judah suffered a severe shoulder injury 33 seconds into the 4th round, resulting in surgery, back in April 2007. Judah has faced off in the past against notable foes, including former Light Heavyweight Champion Glen Johnson, and Julian Letterlough, both resulting in draws.

Judah faces Charles Davis 17-13 (4KO's) in what promises to be a very exciting 6 round cruiserweight match up. “I am elated about my return to the ring, my recovery has been a long process, but I am healthier now than I have ever been, I had a great camp and I am ready, I can't wait to fight,” stated Judah.

The card is packed full of amazing talent, the current NABO Champion and #1 WBO and #5 WBC ranked Undefeated Anthony Peterson 23-0 (17KO's), is facing Marteze Logan 25-28 (6KO's), of Covington, TN. Peterson promises to bring all he has once again and continue on with his undefeated record.

“ Prize Fight prides it's self on putting on the best fights that the fans want to see; top to bottom this is an exceptional card” said Russ Young.

Tickets available for purchase at the Fitzs gift shop priced at $35. Call 1-800 766-5825. Tickets also at Prize Fight Promotions 662 349-6263 Contact Info: Russ Young 662 349-6263

Prize Fight signs Amateur Standout Mark Davis! (8/24/07)
Submitted By Prize fight Boxing  

Prize Fight Promotions is happy to announce the signing of amateur standout, Mark Davis from Cleveland OH.  Promoter Russ Young is ecstatic saying, "We are very excited about Mark Davis who was the 2005 and 2006 National Champion at 125.  Trainer Mark Davis Sr. and adviser Joe Delguyd were very easy to deal with as we structured the deal with them.  We've had Davis on our radar screen for about 3 years now since the 2004 Olympic Trials, when he made it all the way to the finals at the age of 18. The recommendation from Barry Hunter and Anthony Peterson helped make our decision.  Anthony is very close with Mark and has been very high on him since the amateur days. With Mark's punching power we know he will be a force to be dealt with.  We are elated to have him as part of our stable."  Davis, who will turn professional as a featherweight, will make his pro debut September 1st at Fitzgerald's Casino in Tunica MS.  Young went on to say" "Being that Mark is a world-class fighter, we will bring him up at the same pace that we fought Anthony and Lamont Peterson. The short-term plan is to build him up quickly.  As long as he's healthy, we will get him on ESPN and hopefully, Showtime and HBO in the future."

Minto destroys Lunsford! (8/24/07)
From Fightnews.com [8/24/07]

Five months after his disappointing loss to long time contender Luan Krasniqi, heavyweight Brian "The Beast" Minto got back in the win column in a big way on Thursday night at the Mountaineer Race Track in Chester, WV. Minto (28-2, 17 KOs) made good on his pre-fight promise to knock out Ray Lunsford early, putting Lunsford (19-8-2, 7 KOs) on the deck three times in a span of just 1:56 of the first round. Minto's next fight could be against Baby Joe Mesi in October. In other action, local lightweight Verquan Kimbrough (18-1-1, 7 KOs) dropped Rodney "Pit Bull" Jones (27-7, 13 KOs) in round two and went on to win a twelve round unanimous decision to claim the vacant IBC 135lb belt.

WBO's # 1 Lightweight in the World, Anthony Peterson, at the Fitz! (8/23/07)
Submitted By Prize fight Boxing

The WBO's # 1 ranked Lightweight in the World, Anthony Peterson 23-0 (17 KO's) will be fighting Covington, Tennessee's Martez Logan in a scheduled 8-Round fight on September 1st at the Fitz Hotel and Casino in Tunica. Also, in attendance at Anthony's fight will be Lamont Peterson as he will be finishing up his training at the Prize Fight Boxing Gym before heading down to the Gulf Coast for his September 7th NABO Jr. Welterweight Title Fight live on ESPN2's Friday Night Fights from the Hard Rock Hotel and Casino in Biloxi, Mississippi. Less than 50 tickets remain for the September 1st Fight at the Fitz and will surely sell fast with crowd favorite Anthony Peterson now being added to the card. Tickets can be purchased by calling the Fitz Casino at (800) 766-5825 ext. 8291 or by calling the Prize Fight Boxing Office at (662) 349-6263.

MIdsouth Fighters Fall in 2008 Olympic trials from Houston, TX! (8/23/07)
Campbell Loses Squeeker by 1 Point!

Anthony Campbell, 152 lbs/69 kg - Covington, TN
Decisioned by Boyd Melson, Fort Carson, CO, 13-13 (28-27) - Wednesday 8/22
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

Title Fight Night at the Fitz! (8/13/07)
Submitted By Nate Yoder, Prize fight Boxing

TUNICA, MS: Prize Fight Boxing returns to the Fitz Hotel & Casino on September 1st and will be presenting an unprecedented night of boxing.

The main event on the card will feature Southaven, Mississippi's own DeAndrey Abron 13-1 (10 KO's) as he battles undefeated Shane Benfield 17-0 (9 KO's) from York, SC for the vacant NABO Light Heavyweight Championship. Mid-South fight fans will remember Abron from his previous fights at the Fitz that saw him knock out his last 5 straight opponents in devastating fashion. Most recently Abron stopped Marvin Hunt in the first minute of round one with a vicious overhand right on July 14th. Conversely, Benfield will make his way to Tunica in search of respect and hopefully a future world title shot
should he be able to get by Abron. Benfield goes by "The Irish Hitman" and fights just like the name sounds, action packed and non-stop. Fight fans can catch a sneak peek at Abron as he will throw out the ceremonial first pitch at the Memphis Redbirds game on August 30th at AutoZone Park.

A feature bout on the card will display power punching fan favorite Jason Ross 2-2 (2 KO's) from Southaven, MS against the slugging John Wicks from Birmingham, AL who will be making his pro debut on the fight card.

The exciting line up doesn't end there as there is an unbelievable female fight between Kita Watkins 2-1 (2 KO's) from nearby Little Rock, AR and Nicole Woods from Atlanta, GA who will be making her pro debut.

Talented amateur star and most recent Prize Fight signing Mark Davis, Jr. from Cleveland, OH will make his pro debut on the card.

Further, Zab Judah's younger brother Yosef Judah from Brooklyn, New York and Tim Van Newhouse from Cleveland, OH will be making their pro debuts to complete the six bout card.

Tickets for the event are on sale now at the Fitz Casino Gift Shop and can be purchased for $35.00. Tickets can also be purchased by calling the Fitz at (800) 766-5825 or Prize Fight Boxing at (662) 349-6263. Doors for the event open at 7:00 PM and the first fight will start at 7:30 PM.

Calloway stuns Little Rocks terry Smith! (8/11/07)
From Fightnews.com [8/11/07]

Missouri state hero Rob Calloway (66-7-1, 52 KOs) scored an eighth round knockdown en route to a ten round upset unanimous decision over Terry Smith (30-3-1, 18 KOs) on Friday night at the Springfield Expo Center in Springfield, Missouri. Calloway outworked Smith for most the bout. Smith suffered a bad cut below his bottom lip in round three and was dropped with a big right hand just before the bell to end round eight. Calloway, however, had to survive some rocky moments in the tenth to come away with a 96-93, 96-94, 96-93 win.

Ray Lundsford meets Minto at Mountaineer! (8/10/07)
From Fightnews.com [8/7/07]

A night of heavyweights is on the agenda on August 23th at the Mountaineer Race Track & Gaming Resort in Chester, West Virginia. Axel Schulz-conqueror Brian "The Beast" Minto (27-2, 16 KOs) will take on Coldwater, MS's, Ray Lunsford (19-7, 7 KOs) in an eight-round bout, while 6'7 former world title challenger Michael Grant (42-3, 32 KOs) will face seven-footer Julius Long (15-8, 13 KOs) in a "Battle of the Giants." Also, heavyweight Chris Koval (23-3, 18 KOs) goes against Chad Van Sickle (21-6-3, 12 KOs) in an six-round bout. However the night is not all heavyweight action. In a featured lightweight attraction, local favorite Verquan Kimbrough (17-1-1, 7 KOs) will fight Rodney "Pit Bull" Jones (27-6, 13 KOs) for the IBC belt. Tickets are $100, $50 and $30, available through Ticketmaster or at the box office.

Porter Cruises Over Bryan at Knox Arena! (8/6/07)
By: Bill Calogero, Ringside

Olive Branch, MS – Terry Porter cruised to a unanimous eight-round decision over Lloyd “Jabba” Bryan in their Main Event Cruiserweight bout on Saturday night from the Knox Arena. Knockout Promotions promoted the show.

The first round was a feel out round for both fighters. During the second round, Porter began using his jab to set up his left. He was able to land his left effectively to the head of Lloyd Bryan, who seemed to have a very hard time keeping his balance.

During rounds three, four and five, Terry Porter battered Lloyd Bryan to the head and body seemly at will. Bryan was stumbling around the ring trying to maintain his balance while throwing punches that were just not landing. (more)

Ira Terry victorious! (8/2/07)
Davis, Whitfield Also Win!
From Fightnews.com [8/2/07]

Unbeaten Ira Terry (16-0, 10 KOs) who hails from Covington, TN, cruised past Randy Dodds (6-21) over four by scores of 40-36 on all cards in a lightweight bout on ESPN Wednesday night at the Bell Auditorium in Augusta, Georgia.

Former world title challenger Antonio Davis (24-3, 12 KOs) broke down previously unbeaten Leon Bobo (16-1, 2 KOs) and stopped him in round five of a featherweight clash. Davis was credited with two knockdowns in the fifth, plus Bobo was deducted a point for holding in the same round. Bobo did not come out for the sixth round. Davis claimed the vacant NABO title with the win.

Earlier, NABO flyweight titleholder Rayonta Whitfield (18-0, 9 KOs) knocked out Jair Jimenez (22-8-1, 16 KOs) in the second round of a scheduled eight-rounder. Jimenez took the fight against the wishes of his handlers, who tried unsuccessfully to stop the bout.

(8-1-07) Undisputed MIddle King Jermain Taylor will take on Undefeated #1 WBC Challenger Kelly Pavlik Saturday september 29 in Atlantic City. The fight will be shown live on HBO. Photo By Ed Mulholland

Fight Fan's Fight! (8/1/07)
From Fightnews.com [8/1/07]

If you were to ask the average boxing fan to make a list of the top ten fights they would most like to see, a Jermain Taylor – Kelly Pavlik fight would be included at or near the top of the list.

The September 29th undisputed middleweight championship fight boasts all the elements of classic prizefighting.

There’s the legitimate champion in Taylor and the legitimate number-one contender in Pavlik. Taylor is the boxer, Pavlik the puncher. They are both undefeated and in their primes.

And perhaps best of all, the fight will be broadcast on “regular” HBO, not Pay-Per-View.

For a full rundown of the press conference announcing the fight, plus images from photographer Ed Mulholland. <Click here>

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!

Taylor-Pavlik official @ Boardwalk Hall in Atlantic City 9/29! (7/25/07)
Tickets go on sale tomorrow!
From Fightnews.com [7/25/07]

WBC/WBO middleweight champion Jermain Taylor (27-0-1, 17 KOs) will make the fifth defense of his two-year title reign when he faces the stiff test of unbeaten #1 contender Kelly Pavlik (31-0, 28 KOs) on September 29 at Boardwalk Hall in Atlantic City, New Jersey, it was announced today by Lou DiBella, president of DiBella Entertainment. HBO Sports World Championship Boxing will televise the world championship bout live at 10:15 p.m. ET/ 7:15 p.m. PT. Tickets, priced at $400, $300, $200, $100 and $50, will go on sale on Wednesday at the Boardwalk Hall box office, by calling Ticketmaster at 1-800-736-1420 or by visiting www.ticketmaster.com.

Pro Boxing Comes To Parsons Tennessee August 30! (7/23/07)
From Bill Calogero – TheDailySports.com [7/21/07]

Parsons, TN – TheDailySports.com Boxing Promotions announced today that Thursday Night Fights, scheduled for August 30, 2007 at the Decatur County Convention Center, located at the Decatur County Fair Grounds, will be the first of four scheduled professional boxing events set for Parsons, Tennessee. The four-fight series will run throughout the remainder of the year. This show will help raise money for Crystal Sollis.

Thursday Night Fights will feature professional boxing at its finest. It will showcase young up and coming fighters and soon to be announced Main and Co-Main events.

Several young prospects are scheduled to appear including Heavyweight Detroy “The Destroyer” Jones 1-0 (1 KO), Light Heavyweight DeMarcus “The Main Event” Clark 1-1 (1 KO), and Phillip “Sweet n Low” Lars 1-1 (1 KO).

Local bragging rights are at stake when Glen Hayes battles Jonathan Bruce in a Light Heavyweight bout and Kelsey Arnold goes against Gary Britt in a clash of Heavyweights.

A total of eight bouts are scheduled, including soon being announced Main and Co-Main Events.
For additional information, please call (518) 656 3266, via email at Bill@TheDailySports.com or by visiting www.TheDailySports.com.

For All Ticket Information, contact Mr. White at (731) 845-3332.
Ticket prices are $20, $30, & $40. There are also several VIP sponsorship Opportunities available.
** All bouts and fighters are subject to change. **

Little Rock's Terry Smith meets Rob Calloway in Springfield 8/10 on ESPN! (7/20/07)
From Fightnews [7/19/07]

Holden Productions brings nationally televised pro boxing back to Springfield, Missouri on August 10th when heavyweights Rob Calloway (65-7-1, 52 KOs) and Terry Smith (30-2-1, 18 KOs) collide in a ten round matchup at the Springfield Expo Center. The event marks the first televised show in Springfield since the April 7th Showtime event headlined by the late former world champion Diego Corrales, who lost a decision to Joshua Clottey. For both Calloway and Smith, the August 10th event will seemingly serve as a hometown fight, as Springfield is half way between Calloway’s hometown of St. Joseph, MO and Smiths’s hometown of Little Rock, AR. The event with feature seven bouts, including Springfield's own Jerri Sitzes, the reigning NABF Women's Featherweight champion, in a six round special attraction.

Mega Gallery Now Online from Jones vs Hanshaw! (7/17/07) Photo Gallery Online!

Pavlik “99% Sure” It’s On! (7/16/07)
From Fightnews [7/16/07]

Kelly Pavlik is eagerly awaiting his shot at Jermain Taylor’s Middleweight title. It has been rumored that the fight is a go for September 29 in Atlantic City, New Jersey. FightNews caught up with Pavlik and asked him about the fight. (more)

Fights at the Fitz Report! (7/16/07) Photos Coming Soon!
Ringside Report by Michael Sheffield

Saturday night, Prize Fight Boxing’s Fights at the Fitz boxing series returned to Tunica with five fights that provided the capacity crowd with thrills and knockouts and also included the debut of Prize Fight’s latest signee in the main event.

Rafael Valenzuela (8-1l, 4 KOs), the newest addition to the Prize Fight family, went the distance against Steve Trumble (12-22, 8 KOs) in a six round battle of featherweights.
Valenzuela dominated the fight from the opening bell thanks to his superior speed and punching power.

Trumble was up for the challenge, trading early and often with Valenzuela in the center of the ring and against the ropes. Valenzuela rocked him early in the second ground with a perfect right cross that floored Trumble, but he was able to get up and continue. (more)

(7-14-07) Roy Jones Jr. showed the world that he still has what it takes when he defeated previously unbeaten Anthony Hanshaw in front of thousands of fans at the MIssissippi Gulf Coast Colisium last saturday night. Photo By JD Meredith

Jones is back! (7/16/07) Photo Gallery Online!
Former light-heavy king decisions Hanshaw for minor belt!
Ringside by Damien St. Pierre [7/15/07]

There was a reason Roy Jones, Jr., scheduled his IBC light heavyweight title bout with Anthony Hanshaw at the Mississippi Coast Coliseum in Biloxi, Mississippi: To proclaim that Jones and the Gulf Coast are both back.

The fans showed it by numbering 9,000 strong, and Jones (51-4) showed it by scoring a 12-round decisive decision over the ready-to-upset Hanshaw (27-1-1).

Hanshaw came out on fire, pushing Jones back to the ropes and winning the opening round. Jones came back in round two, showing some of speed and accuracy that made him one of the best pound-for-pound fighters, at one time.

It was apparent after round two that Jones was controlling the bout in the center of the ring. Hanshaw was content on winning the fight by pushing Jones to the ropes and unloading on him.

Jones used a steady body attack throughout the bout, but in round eight, Jones landed a hook to the body that hurt Hanshaw. It was much of the same in round nine as Jones was able to back Hanshaw down for most of the round.

The exclamation mark of the bout was in round 11 when Jones put Hanshaw on the canvas. Hanshaw was able to beat the count, but was visibly shaken.

Though the crowd chanted, “Junior! Junior!,” urging Jones to make the kill, the former champ took his foot of the gas and coasted to a decision victory.

Jones later said, "I knew he was hurt, but I needed the rounds".

All three judges were in agreement as they all ruled in favor of Jones, Jr. with the scores of  118-109, 117-110, 114-113. (more)

Roy Jones Jr.: Redemption or Retirement!(7/12/07)
By: Scott Foster


“ Roy has that swagger back. I see it, and when we talk boxing outside of the gym, I hear it in his voice.” Derrick “Smoke” Gainer

For the better part of a decade, there was no need for debate. In terms of skill, reflexes & overall technique, Roy Jones Jr. [50-4 w/38ko] reserved hollowed ground in the sport as the universally regarded “pound-for-pound” kingpin. This mythical “pound-for-pound” ranking was borne from perhaps the most legendary boxer of our times, “Sugar” Ray Robinson, and much like the hero from his youth, Jones now finds himself in a similar position, albeit a half century removed. (con't)

Jones: I'll tear his a-- up! (7/12/07)
Jones, "...the games are over Saturday night and the tourture chambers opens up."
From Fightnews [7/12/07]

Roy Jones Jr. arrived one hour, 45 minutes late for today's final press conference for his PPV fight against Anthony Hanshaw on Saturday in Biloxi, MS, and promised to "tear his a-- up.....the games are over Saturday night and the tourture chambers opens up. This ain't gonna be like Mayweather-De La Hoya with all that talking and, when the bell rang, northing happened. This is going to be pain and torture for Hanshaw." Hanshaw stated, "On Saturday night, I will put Roy Jones' old a-- on the canvas."

Jones-Hanshaw presser! (7/12/07)
Roy Jones says, "I tame Tigers!"
From Fightnews [7/12/07]

Roy Jones Jr. and Anthony "The Tyger" Hanshaw met at a pre-fight press conference on Wednesday in Mobile, Alabama in advance of their PPV showdown on Saturday. Tempers have been running high between the two camps with Jones trainer Alton Merkerson and Hanshaw trainer Floyd Mayweather Sr. having to be physically separated by security personnel earlier in the day. At the presser, Jones stated "My opponent is a young, undefeated guy who calls himself the Tyger. I brought him down here to tame him. I tame tigers." Hanshaw said, "I want to say this now, right to Roy's face...Roy, you have been knocked out by Tarver, by Johnson...this will be another repeat on July 14." Mayweather Sr. added, "Roy is over, his career is over. Tony will knock him out." Jones refused to pose for any photographs with Hanshaw.

In regard to Hanshaw being barred from the training setup at the IP Casino-Resort-Spa in Biloxi, Jones stated "If someone asks if we can use your house today, you would also say I think not. If they had asked in advance and asked me politely, it might have been a different answer. But I am coming to fight."

Hanshaw-Jones dispute escalates! (7/10/07)
Roy Jones Jr. Continues to bar Hanshaw from hotel gym!
From Fightnews [7/10/07]


Bad blood between the Roy Jones Jr. and Anthony Hanshaw camps continued to boil Tuesday as the two prepare to fight in a scheduled 12-round bout for the IBC light heavyweight title Saturday night at the Mississippi Coast Coliseum. For the second straight day, the Hanshaw team was physically barred from using the boxing ring and various bags, owned by Jones, at the host IP Casino-Resort-Spa. "I am getting sick of all this King Roy crap," the undefeated Hanshaw said. "My people are calling the hotel and the operators answer by saying, 'This is the home of Roy Jones.' And look at the posters and billboards and TV ads. They have my name so small you need a magnifying glass to see it. I will make Jones pay in that ring."

Meanwhile, Jones' longtime trainer "Coach" Alton Merkerson, commonly known as Merk, reacted to public comments made Monday by Hanshaw's trainer Floyd Mayweather Sr. Merkerson was more than irritated to read that Mayweather referred to Jones as "a glass-chinned bum." Merkerson said, "I got a message for Mayweather. You tell him any comments between these two athletes is one thing. That is okay. But the only for sure bum around here is Mayweather. Make sure you tell him I said that. Let's keep the comments between the two athletes." As a precaution for rising tempers, promoter Murad Muhammad (once a Muhammad Ali bodyguard), has hired an expert security detail to keep things cool at all future pre-fight meetings between the fighters.

Furious Hanshaw vows knockout! (7/9/07)
Roy Jones Jr. bars foe from hotel gym!
From Fightnews [7/9/07]


Tony Hanshaw is furious at Roy Jones Jr., his Saturday night PPV opponent, after Jones ordered hotel officials and security at the host IP Casino-Resort-Spa not to let Hanshaw and his training team use the ring and other boxing equipment which had been set up for both fighters. When Team Hanshaw went to train in the hotel-casino Monday, they were barred by an armed security guard who told them the premises were "off-limits" to anybody except Roy Jones Jr. The boxing ring and the various bags are all owned by Jones who trucked them over from his Florida home. Hanshaw had to take a 40-minute ride each way through heavy traffic to train at the Gulfport Boxing Gym.

" We fly in from Las Vegas and they tell us we are barred from the training center," the usually soft-spoken Hanshaw said. "What kind of nonsense is that? Is this the great, legendary Roy Jones who pretends to be a classy gentleman or is this Roy Jones the egomaniac who thinks he is running boxing?....He got knocked out by Tarver and Johnson and now he is going to get knocked out by me!" Hanshaw's trainer Floyd Mayweather Sr. added, "[Jones] is glass-chinned bum who will get starched by my Tyger in six rounds. He's not even in Biloxi today, he's over in Pensacola playing basketball and he wouldn't let us use the gym? He thinks it is all about Roy but what it's really all about is Tony knocking this guy out. Good riddance to bad rubbish I say!"

Taylor plans to give up title! (7/9/07)
From Fightnews [7/9/07]

WBC/WBO middleweight champion Jermain Taylor's proposed September 29 clash with Kelly Pavlik at Boardwalk Hall in Atlantic City, NJ, will apparently be his last as middleweight champion. Taylor's hometown newspaper, the Arkansas Democrat-Gazette, reported on Sunday that a decision has been made by Team Taylor to move to super middleweight after that fight.

Minto returns July 27, Faces MIssissippi's Ray Lunsford! (7/6/07)
From Fightnews [7/6/07]


Four months after his hard fought decision loss to Luan Krasniqi in Germany, the entertaining heavyweight Brian Minto (27-2, 16 KOs) is set to step back in the ring July 27th at the Mountaineer Race Track in Chester, WV in a scheduled eight round bout against the Arkansas-born boxer Ray Lunsford (19-7-2, 7 KOs). Minto, who last seen action this past March losing out a hard fought unanimous decision to the long time heavyweight contender Luan Krasniqi looks back on the bout and credits it as a learning process, but the Butler born boxer is eager to get back in action, "I’m just learning as I go," states Brian, "I am just ready to get back in the ring and reach my goal."

Jones-Hanshaw Update! (7/6/07)
From Fightnews [7/6/07]


Roy Jones, Jr. is already in Biloxi, Mississippi for his July 14 pay-per-view showdown with Anthony Hanshaw at the Mississippi Coast Coliseum. Jones sparred Monday evening in front of approximately 500 fans in a ring set up in the host casino IP Biloxi Casino Resort - Spa Conference Center. Roy sparred several rounds with Akinyemi Laleye of Nigeria, who is 6-1 as a pro. Also Alfredo Anjulo, 6-0, of Mexicali, Mexico went a few rounds with Jones. He then did a few rounds of mitt work to the enjoyment of the crowd.

Hanshaw arrives Sunday in Biloxi. "I'm ready. It's my time now," said Hanshaw from his training camp in Las Vegas. "I'm going to win the fight. I have great respect for Roy, but as I say, it's my time." Hanshaw is training under the watchful eye of the flamboyant Floyd Mayweather, Sr., their first time working together. His sparring partners have included former world title contender Kofi Jantuah of Africa, and prospect Ron Johnson of Cleveland, who is also on the July 14 card.

Richards KOs Willis! (7/1/07)
From Fightnews [7/1/07]

(7-1-07) Adam Richards heads to a neutral corner after KO'ing Billy Willis Saturday night with with a short left hook. Richards met Willis in the ring on the undercard of Holifield/Savarese at the Don Haskins Center, in El Paso, TX. Richards is now 18-1 with 13 KO's. Photo By Chris Cozzone

In an eight-round, heavyweight battle of former sparring partners, Adam Richards (17-1, 12 KOs), of Murfreesboro, TN kayoed Billy Willis (8-10-1, 7 KOs), of Houston, TX.

“ Swamp Donkey” Richards showed more kick than the unwilling Willis in round one. Landing left hooks close quarter, Richards kept the pressure on his former sparring partner through the first two stanzas.
Finally, in round three, Willis started to open up by parrying Richard’s jabs, though the Tennessean’s harder shots and aggression put another round in the bank.

Then, shortly into round four, a short but devastating left hook to the jaw dropped Willis to the canvas for the count, with an official time of :34.

Willis was dragged off the ropes where he lay by the doctor and revived. After some tense moments of lying motionless, he took a stool and, seemingly, regained his sensibilities.

” When Willis came to he did not know his name nor where he was,” said ringside physician Brian August.
“ He was out of shape, out of luck, and out to lunch.”

(6-30-07) Adam Richards weighs-in at 233.75lbs. for his fight Saturday night with Billy Willis at the Don Haskins Center, El Paso, TX, The Richard-Willis bout will be on the undercard of Holifield/Savarese. Richards, who is 17-1 with 12 KO's is at a two year best in weight. Photo By Chris Cozzone

World Cage Fighters Fight Recaps! (6/27/07)
By: David Hines, Photo By Chris Spencer

Adriano Nasal ~vs~ Kyle Bradley |  Lightweights (155lbs)  
World Jiu-Jitsu Champion, Adriano Nasal, tested his grappling techniques versus the fierce and powerful striker Kyle Bradley, in an extremely exciting Main Event. Nasal attempted to take Bradley to the matt on two occasions with no success. Bradley then faked a right and came back around with a left hook that caught Nasal square on the button. Nasal hit the canvas on his back with Bradley not hesitating to quickly pounce on top of Nasal and deliver a three-punch flurry to his head before the referee could stop the match. (TKO RD1 1:15)  [click here for full recap]   [Click here for photo gallery]

(6-26-07) Brian Young (third from right) Young's is dedicated to the sport of boxing on the national and community level. Photo By Brad Cooney.

Prize Fight's Brian Young Giving Back! (6/26/07)
" I can't think of a better way to spend a Saturday afternoon." - Brian Young
By Brad Cooney (6/26/07)

How many professional boxing promoters would rent an RV, load it up with young amateur fighters, and set out on a three hour drive to attend an amateur boxing show? That is exactly what Brian Young did on Saturday, June 23, when he showed up for the annual Pearl Day festivities in Pearl, MS.

Each year Richard Archer and Stan Nichols (Pearl Boxing Club) set up a boxing ring and teams from the surrounding four states (Mississippi, Alabama, Tennessee, and Louisiana) show up for a day of fights.

Usually, the same clubs participate and the same people make the trip. They gather together, shake hands and congregate in little circles to converse. Boxing stories old and new fill the air.

The kids seem to stay the same. Just a little older and a bit taller. It's an annual boxing event that is the same old song and dance. So when I saw an RV pull into the parking lot that I didn't recognize, it got my attention.

The doors opened up and what seemed like an endless stream of kids wearing white Prize Fight Boxing Team shirts exited the RV. The driver looked familiar to me. The bald head, sunglasses and ball cap wasn't enough to fool me. It was the head of Prize Fight Promoters, Brian Young.

I thought to myself, "How many professional boxing promoters would take their Saturday, and do this?" I tried to picture Bob Arum doing it, and that didn't work. I tried to picture Lou Di Bella doing it, and that didn't work either.

Once the kids registered, I figured that's where Young would hand the coaching reigns off to someone else. I was wrong again. Each time a Prize Fight kid would fight, Spit bucket, spray bottle, water bottle and all, Brian Young worked their corner.

To me, that is what it's all about. It was a breath of fresh air to see a professional boxing promoter, a guy that has promoted high profile fights the likes of Mike Tyson vs Lennox Lewis, Jermain Taylor vs Winky Wright and Antonio Tarver vs Roy Jones Jr, show up at an amateur boxing show and get his hands dirty. Brian Young told me many things on this day but one thing stuck with me, he said, "I can't think of a better way to spend a Saturday afternoon."

Young's leadership and dedication to the sport of boxing spans from the national to a community level. Through his actions Young helps us to remember where it all starts and shows us how to give back. American boxing could be revived to its vigor of yesteryear if people would give back as Young has. Would it fix everything? No. But it sure as Hell couldn't hurt.

Jones and Hanshaw Ready!! (6/26/07)
From Fightnews.com (6/26/07)

It’s clear that both Roy Jones Jr. and his next opponent, Anthony Hanshaw, are looking to use a victory over each other as a springboard into the fights they truly want. During a telephone conference to discuss their upcoming light heavyweight showdown on July 14 at Mississippi Coast Coliseum in Biloxi, Mississippi, both Jones and Hanshaw revealed their dream opponents. “I can’t wait to get to it (a fight with Felix Trinidad), but first I have to deal with Anthony Hanshaw. I’m not taking anybody lightly. First I’ll stop Anthony Hanshaw and then I’ll stop Felix Trinidad,” revealed the former champion. Hanshaw, meanwhile, says a win over Jones would put him in place to settle an old score: “A win will open a lot of doors for me. I’m moving up in weight for this fight, but after this, I’m moving back down to super middleweight. I really want to fight Jermaine Taylor. That’s who beat me in the Olympic trials two weeks before my dad died. That’s who I really want. I wasn’t focused against Taylor. I beat Kelly Pavlik and Sergio Mora, but my mind was not in the fight.”Jones and Hanshaw both say they’ll be at their best on fight night. “I’m anxious and in the best shape of my life and ready to go. I will absolutely knock him out,” growled Hanshaw. “I love the sport, I love my fans. I miss my fans. I want to give them a show to look at with a good opponent,” Jones responded. “I can’t wait for the opportunity to show you all that I ain’t through yet.”

Fights at the Fitz Returns July 14th! (6/26/07)
Prize Fight looks to sell out 61st Consecutive casino show!
From Nate Yoder, Prize Fight Boxing

TUNICA, MS – Prize Fight Promotions makes a spectacular return to the Fitz Casino in Tunica, MS as it presents “Fights At The Fitz” live from the Grand Ballroom on Saturday, July 14th. Prize Fight is well on it’s way to selling out it’s 61st straight casino boxing show as tickets are already moving fast. “Fights At The Fitz” will be broadcast on Comcast Sports Southeast (CSS) and will feature the hottest new signing in the Prize Fight stable, Rafael Valenzuela in a six round featherweight battle with Adauto Gonzalez. In the main event, Valenzuela, 8-1 (4 KO’s), will showcase his exciting skills in his first appearance at the Fitz as he meets the battle tested veteran, Gonzalez 7-2 (3 KO’s), hailing from San Luis Potosi, Mexico. The five bout card will also feature many other competitive fights between rising prospects and local fan favorites. In the co-feature, Southaven, MS’s own Jason Ross will stand toe to toe with Jackson, TN’s Charlie Ward in a four round light heavyweight battle that is sure to have the crowd on the their feet from the beginning to the end. This co-feature bout most likely will end in fireworks. Also, rising light heavyweight prospect DeAndrey Abron, who is now living and fighting out of Southaven, MS will square off with Marvin Hunt in a six round light heavyweight match. Abron, who recently separated from the United States Army to pursue boxing full time, will attempt to get past Hunt and line himself up for regional title opportunities later in 2007. Further, welterweight Ramon Arrellano Jr., 27-1 (22 KO’s), will make his long awaited return to the ring following a three-year lay off against Anthony Bowman in a six round duel. Arrellano Jr. hails from Nashville, TN and is eager to get back into the mix in the welterweight division. Rounding out the exciting five bout card is super middleweight prospect Josiah “The Gorilla” Judah 7-0-1 (1 KO) from Brooklyn, NY against Chicago, IL’s Michael Rush. Judah, the younger brother of former 3-Time World Champion Zab Judah, will make his third appearance a The Fitz and has become a fan favorite. Zab Judah will be appearing at The Fitz as he is eager to meet and greet his Mid-South fans following his epic battle with Miguel Cotto for the Welterweight World Title a few weeks ago at the famed Madison Square Garden. Tickets for the show are priced affordable at $35 and are on sale now at the Fitz Casino Gift Shop or by calling the Fitz at (800) 766-5825. Tickets can also be purchased by calling Prize Fight Boxing at (662) 349-6263. Doors for the event open at 7:00 PM and the first bout will begin at 7:30 PM.

World Cage Fighters a Success! (6/25/07)
World Cage Fighters report, Results and Photos Coming Soon!

Que the Lights, Que the Sound, Que the Cameras, - ACTION ! (6/18/07)
The World Cage Fighters are in the house - GET FIRED UP!
From World Cage Fighters


This Saturday, the Desoto Civic Center will "get fired up" as their "WCF" merchandise reads, and the "World Cage Fighters" intend to show fans of "Ultimate Fighting Cage Matches" or "MMA" (mixed martial arts) from Desoto County, and the surrounding area that they mean business.

"The hottest Cage Fighting Show in the country."

The World Cage Fighters are rolling into town with what some people are calling the "hottest Cage Fighting Show in the country." And for good reason too, the show will be packed with action inside the cage and outside the cage as well. The World Cage Fighters are coming to the Desoto Civic Center and they are bringing along a Special Effects Pyrotechnics show from the same company that provided the pyro for the legendary rock band "KISS" no less.

WCF Chief of Operations J.D. Lyons says "it's all about giving the fans more bang for the buck -- litteraly!" Fight fans in the Desoto County/Memphis area will recognize Mr. Lyons - he has been working boxing events in the area for years. From the FedX Forum to the local Casinos, " J.D," is there, clad in his tuxedo, with his microphone in hand, working "in house' fight fans into a frenzy before going "live" on television networks such as ESPN, HBO, and Showtime while introducing fighters to the audience with his trademark booming voice.

" WCF CEO Dawn Stanphill says "We are very excited about bringing our show to the Desoto Civic Center, we want every fan of the "MMA or Ultimate Fighter Style" of fighting to come out and see the show "live" and see just what makes this the fastest growing sport in the world." We are also very proud to include some talented and dedicated fighters from the Mississippi/Memphis area on the fight card. Fight fans will see local favorites Adriano Nasal, Matt Thomas, Chris Hawk as well as fighters from around the country, and we look forward to giving the fans an incredible show! "

" We have 9 incredible matches slated for the event, along with special guest performances by members of the Memphis Grizzlies' Dance Team during the show, lots of explosive action in the cage and LOTS of explosions too!"

Que the Lights, Que the Sound, Que the Cameras, - ACTION ! The World Cage Fighters are in the house - GET FIRED UP!! Tickets for this Saturday's WCF Event at the Desoto Civic Center are just $25 for all LOWER BOWL seating, and just $40 for FLOOR SEATS a limited quantity of RINGSIDE SEATS are available WHILE THEY LAST! Doors open at 6:30, first bell 7:00.

Desoto Civic Center Hosts Three Title Fights August 25! (6/14/07)
From Knockout Promotions

Knockout Promotions and Round 1 Entertainment presents a pay per view boxing event on August 25 at the Knox Arena in Olive Branch, MS.

Headlining the card will be John Paul Mendy as he takes on Rowland Bryant in a 12 round I.B.A. Super Middleweight title fight. A second title fight showcases Jameson Bostic as he squares off for a scheduled 12 rounds with Derrick Finley for the N.B.A. Super Middleweight belt. Louis Turner will face Antony Greenide for the N.B.A. Middleweight title in the third title fight of the evening.

On Friday, August 24, Akon will be perform live. Eddie Griffin will be the opening act for Akon.

Both of these events will be available on PPV.

Jones-Hanshaw LA presser! (6/10/07)
Report/Photos: Big Joe Miranda, From Fightnews.com (6/12/07)

Boxing's New Superstar! (6/10/07)
By Matt Richardson, From Fightnews.com (6/9/07)


Felix who?
Saturday night in front of a rabid crowd of 20,658 at Madison Square Garden in New York City, WBA Junior Welterweight Champion Miguel Cotto continued on his path to super stardom with an emphatic and violent eleventh round knockout of former champion Zab Judah.

In a back-and-forth encounter in which both men were hurt, Cotto (30-0, 25 KOs) and Judah (34-5, 25 KOs) exchanged heavy shots all night before Cotto finally broke down his opponent.