Merza
Added to One in a Million Card
September 17, 2008
(SEPT 17) MERRILLVILLE, IN - Octavius
James/One In A Million, Inc. announced today a special addition to the already
talent filled October 3rd "Radisson Rumble" fight card at Radisson Hotel @ Star
Plaza. Local Chicago boxing promoter and fan favorite Sam Merza (14-1, 11 KO's)
will look to make his triumphant return inside the ropes for the first time in
three years. Fighter turned Boxing Promoter Sam Merza has experienced both sides
of what the boxing world has to offer. He has experienced all the highs and lows
of being both inside and outside the ropes during his career. Merza a highly
regarded Chicago Middleweight was known for his entertaining power punching
style. He had such a fan following that the undefeated Merza decided to not only
fight, but also try his luck promoting boxing events.
After a successful run at promotions the draw of being in the ring had continued
to burn and after three years Merza again made a pivotal decision, stepping away
from being a promoter and returning to what drew him to the sport, fighting
itself. When thinking about how he would return to the ring and not wanting to
make the same mistake of fighting and promoting Merza said there was only one
choice for him for a promoter.
"Octavius James and One In A Million, Inc. is one of the best promoters out
there, he is dedicated to helping develop young fighters and he is the one who
can help take you to that next level as a fighter," said Merza. On his feelings
on returning to the ring on the October 3rd "Radisson Rumble", "I can't wait to
put the gloves back on, I appreciate the opportunity to return to the ring and
promise to put on a great show for the fans, a big thanks to Octavius for
helping me to start fighting again."
"When Sam Colona who trains Merza and also serves as the cutman for Michael
Walker had asked me about Sammy (Merza) fighting and returning to the ring on
the October 3rd "Radisson Rumble" I was glad to be able to help out." said
Octavius James President & CEO of One In A Million Inc. "Merza has the ring
appeal and puts on an exciting fight and I am pleased to reintroduce him to the
ring and have our local fans see more talent from this region. I look forward to
seeing everyone out on October 3rd. That is going to be one exciting night of
boxing for the fans." James said.
In the Main Event of the "Radisson Rumble" Chicago's Own Michael "Midnight
Stalker" Walker (18-1, 12 KO's) looks to return to the win column in his rematch
from the Main Event of ESPN 2 facing Antwun Echols (31-8, 27 KO's). In the
Co-Main Event Derrick "Superman" Findley returns home to continue his rise in
the middleweight division. Plus in a special attraction bout Juan "Mexican
Connection" Aguilar (6-1, 3 KO's) takes on Orphuis Waite (2-0, 2 KO's). Rounding
out this exciting card will be Heavyweight Michael "Quiet Assassin" Parker (6-0,
5 KO's), Welterweight sensation Ed Ochoa (5-0, 5 KO's), and middleweight Josh
Crouch (1-0, 1 KO).
Radisson Hotel @ Star Plaza is conveniently located at I-65 & US 30 in
Merrillville, IN. Ticket prices are $100 VIP $75 VIP ringside $50 ringside
$30 general admission.
Tickets for the "Radisson Rumble" can be purchased online at Ticketmaster.com.
At any Ticket Master location or by calling 219-791-1234, 312-559-1212 or
866-438-7372. Source: Press Release
