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Still pulling 'em in
(JULY 25) When Mike Tyson last appeared in Louisville, he smiled at 10 TV
cameras and spoke softly to a tribe of scribbling reporters. He accepted a
birthday cake and muttered, "Oh, these birthdays." He signed a boxing glove
for an adorable child. Copyrighted Story on Louisville Courier Journal
Paper: Tyson fight promoter has troubled legal past
(JULY 25) LOUISVILLE, Ky. - The man promoting boxer Mike Tyson's heavyweight
fight Friday at Freedom Hall has had a history of legal problems.
Chris A. Webb, 33, is scheduled to appear in court three days after the
Tyson bout for allegedly violating a domestic-violence order and threatening
the mother of his child. According to a warrant filed ...Copyrighted Story
on San Jose Mercuty News
Boxing: Gatti knocks out Dorin to keep WBC crown
(JULY 25) ATLANTIC CITY, New Jersey: American Arturo Gatti has knocked out
once-unbeaten Romanian Leonard Dorin two minutes and 55 seconds into the
second round to keep the World Boxing Council super lightweight
title...Copyrighted story on Channel News Asia
Boxing: Rahman lands for 'backyard' fight card
(July 24, 2004) — Wednesday's
professional boxing card at Frontier Field includes six Rochester fighters.
Well, make that seven. Former undisputed heavyweight champion Hasim “The
Rock” Rahman, who headlines the main event against Nigerian Friday “The
13th” Ahunanya, fought ...Copyrighted by Rochester Democrat and Chronicle
Boxing makes a return to Salinas
(JULY 23) They are boxers. They are brothers. They are best friends. Ask
20-year-old Luis Perez who he considers his hero and role model, and he
immediately gestures toward his younger brother, 18-year-old Alejandro. Ask
Alejandro about his big bro, and he gushes with adulation and admiration.
Copyrighted story on Monterey County Herald, CA
Miller Lite Fight Night at the Tank
(JULY 23) Last night in from of 4,317 boxing fans, at the HP Pavilion, in
San Jose, California, the following results are:
Ricardo Cortes defeated Damon Franklin (TKO Rd. 2)
Eric "Butterbean" Esch defeated Sal Farnetti (TKO Rd. 1)
William "Lil' Tyson" Harmon defeated Joe Bradley (TKO Rd. 3)
Sergio Rios defeated Roderick Grajeda (TKO Rd. 5)
Alan Cespedes defeated Gerardo J. Ramirez (Unanimous decision, 4 Rounds).
Mundine draws up shortlist of opponents
(JULY 23) Former foe Sean Sullivan and Australian super middleweight
champion Juarne Dowling have emerged as the favourites to provide the first
opponent for Anthony Mundine since his boxing world title loss.
Mundine, who lost the World Boxing Association super middleweight title to
Puerto Rican Manny Siaca in Sydney in May...Copyrighted story on Sydney
Morning Herald
Gomez resolves contract issues with Sugar Ray Leonard boxing
(JULY 22) Former cruiserweight
champion Juan Carlos Gomez and Sugar Ray Leonard Boxing have agreed to
resolve their disagreement over fight contracts, attorneys said
Thursday...Copyrighted
story on San Francisco Chronicle
Local boxing hits Internet
(JULY 21) ALM SPRINGS -- It’s got the look of a promising prospect, a
venture that has yet to blaze through the sport of boxing. Until it
does make that run, this partnership between the information highway and the
sweet science -- "CMX Boxeo de Campeones" -- may serve as a sign of things
to come...Copyrighted Story on The Desert Sun
Gatti-Dorin could be another classic
(JULY 21) You've read all the quotes from Arturo Gatti's trainer, Buddy
McGirt, claiming that our beloved "Thunder" will stick to boxing this
Saturday when he faces Leo Dorin. Not that you doubt McGirt's sincerity, but
you're not buying it. There's a reason Gatti's called the "Human
Highlight Film." There's a reason Gatti is one-half of four ring wars that
won The Ring's "Fight..Copyrighted Story on Maxboxing.com
Boxing:
Spadafora weighs his chances at bigger, better fights
(JULY 19) About this time a year ago, Paul Spadafora gladly relinquished
his lightweight world championship. Not because of a problem with the
International Boxing Federation belt, but rather with the
belt-tightening he required to get down to the 135-pound limit. In
short, what a difference 5 pounds and one year make. Copyrighted Story
on Pittsburgh Post Gazette
Sly like
Fox? Hey, all the networks copy each others' reality-show ... (JULY
19) LOS ANGELES -- Boxing champion Oscar De La Hoya and "Survivor"
creator Mark Burnett agree on one point: The sport needs to be restored
to its former stature and glory. To achieve that end, both are
using the reality genre to make shows about boxing, only for separate
networks...Copyrighted story on Seattle Post Intelligencer
Boxing needs more uniform regulations
(JULY 19) With an abysmal record of 7 wins, 41 losses and three draws,
it's obvious that Bradley Rone -- a heavyweight prizefighter who lost
his life in a Cedar City ring one year ago today -- didn't enjoy much
success in the ring. He did, however, know his way around the rules of
boxing, which may have contributed to his death. Copyrighted story on
St. George Daily Spectrum
Diaz outpoints Sim to capture WBA lightweight title
(JULY 18) HOUSTON — Juan Diaz, the 20-year-old University of Houston
student known as "Baby Bull," didn't just pass his boxing final exam, he
aced it. Copyrighted on USA Today
Cervantes wins pro boxing debut
(JULY 16) Oxnard's Daniel Cervantes was victorious in his professional
boxing debut, winning by unanimous decision over Stanley Mendoza in four
rounds on Thursday night at Chumash Casino in Santa Ynez. The 138-pound
Cervantes, 18, was originally scheduled to fight Aido Marino in a super
lightweight bout...Copyrighted story on Ventura County
Ojeda wins hearts, ties Kayongo
(JULY 16) But his enjoyment paled in comparison to the love affair
between Jose Antonio Ojeda and the standing-room-only crowd Thursday
night at Thunder in the Valley III at the Chumash Casino. Dundee's David
Estrada won the main event, pounding out a unanimous decision over
Nurhan Suleyman, the onetime Turkish ... Copyrighted Story on Lompoc
record
State watchdog: Boxing commission allowed pros in bar fight ...
(JULY 15) COLUMBUS, Ohio - Experienced boxers, including at least one
professional and another with a 64-2 amateur record, were allowed to
enter so-called "Toughman" contests against inexperienced audience
members, the state inspector general reported Thursday.
Copyrighted on San Jose Mercury News
Fox denies accusations of reality show theft
(JULY 15) Fox TV entertainment chief Gail Berman fired back at the
competition Thursday, calling other networks' claims that Fox is
stealing reality show concepts "outrageous" and a business ploy. NBC and
ABC are provoking controversy because Fox is closer to its goal of
leading among...Copyrighted Story on San Francisco Chronicle
Fox boxing show could face a DQ
(JULY 15) LOS ANGELES — Fox's copycat boxing show The Next Great Champ,
rushing to beat NBC's The Contender onto the air in November, might have
hit a snag. The California Boxing Commission is investigating the show
to see whether its producers, Endemol USA and Golden Boy, violated rules
for the bouts that end each episode. Copyrighted Story on USA Today
Boxing: Heinz
Field to host first open air fights in half century
(JULY 15)From a ring below the scoreboard, a few feet from the statue of
the late Steelers owner who helped to bring the last under-the-stars
title fight to Pittsburgh, Iron City Pro Boxing officials yesterday
announced a Heinz Field schedule of outdoor matches starting next
month.... Copyrighted Story on Pittsburgh Post Gazette
Boxing card features rare undefeated showdown
(JULY 15) In 2004, Houston has been the site of the Super Bowl and the
All-Star game -- a pair of events that showcase the elite of football
and baseball. Saturday, however, it will host a three-fight card that
will highlight something perhaps more important than boxing's status
quo.... Copyrighted Story on El Paso Times
Fighter sues Sugar Ray Leonard Boxing (JULY
14) A former world cruiserweight champion has filed a lawsuit against
Sugar Ray Leonard Boxing, alleging the promoter and two other defendants
are keeping him from securing fight contracts. Juan Carlos Gomez seeks
at least $2 million in damages... Copyrighted Story on Miami Herald
Tillman sentenced 37 months in jail
(JULY 13) LAS VEGAS -- Former Olympic heavyweight boxing champion Henry
Tillman was sentenced yesterday to 37 months in prison after pleading
guilty to federal identity theft charges. Tillman, 43, of Los Angeles,
was also ordered....Copyrighted Story on Calgary Sun
Interview with a boxing 'good guy'
(JULY 12) Fitz "The Whip" Vanderpool (24-6-4) will never be mistaken as
one of the top boxers in the sport, but he is a solid veteran, who has
accomplished a lot as a prizefighter. It isn't Fitz's accomplishments
inside of the ring that have made him a special person, it is
what...Copyrighted Story on Trinidad & Tobago Express, Trinidad
Boxing Loses One of Its Finest - Al Gavin
(JULY 12)"C'mon, wake up!" said Bob Jackson. "We've got work to do!"
Jackson said those words to his longtime best friend and partner, Al
Gavin. However, Jackson said those words with a heavy heart and a
quivering voice. He knew Al wasn't getting up. Gavin, 69, lay in a coma,
put that way by a stroke ... Copyrighted Story on International
Brotherhood Of Prizefighters
Mike Tyson - A Sense Of Urgency
(JULY 12) In a few
short weeks former Heavyweight Champ Mike Tyson will step into the ring
for only the second time since being stopped by Lennox Lewis back in
June of 2002. Since his title fight with Lewis, Tyson (50-4) has fought
only once. In that fight he stopped Clifford Etienne in 49 seconds on
February 23rd 2003...International Brotherhood Of Prizefighters
Cape boxing loses on points
(JULY 11)
Professional boxing in Cape Town is dying a slow death. Three years ago
the Mother City boasted several South African champions. Now it has
none. ...Copyrighted Story on Sunday Times South Africa
Promoter says boxing tax costly
(JULY 11) If Lester Bedford had his way, El Paso lightweight Juan
Lazcano would have vied for the vacant WBC lightweight title in front of
his hometown fans. Originally, Bedford proposed a May doubleheader in
the Sun Bowl that would have pitted Lazcano ...Copyrighted Story on El
Paso Times
Boxing club provides a tangible target for youths
(JULY 9) Upon entering the typical boxing gym, the first elements one
encounters don't necessarily meet the senses as much as they assault
them. Of necessity, the building is relatively spacious, which makes the
staccato ...Copyrighted Story on
Arizona Republic
Boxing: Rahman fighting at Frontier to regain credibility
JULY 9) What does Hasim Rahman have in common with Rick Derringer, Terry
Jacks and Tommy Tutone?
Positively nothing. “He absolutely hates the fact people call him a
one-hit wonder,” said Rahman's co-manager, Steve Nelson, who is bringing
the former undisputed world heavy...Copyrighted
Story on Rochester Demoncrat and Chronicle
Joplin lands another boxing card
(JULY 9) Pro boxing will
make a quick return to Joplin. A seven-bout card, to be televised
live on ESPN2, has been announced for Tuesday, July 20, at Memorial
Hall. "We had such good success off the Showtime event (on June
5), I said we would be coming back," promoter Tony Holden said Thursday.
"But in my wildest imagination...Copyrighted Story on Joplin Globe,
Missouri
Bobby Lee's biggest KO came outside boxing ring
(JULY 9) Bobby Lee never had a pro fight, but in Hawai'i he is still
known as the man who "knocked out" Muhammad Ali. It is a curious
distinction for somebody who has spent three-quarters of a century in
and around boxing. But for all that accumulated history — as a decorated
amateur boxer and a local and a renown international
...Copyrighted Story on Honolulu Advertiser, HI
Fight may get KO'd by board
(JULY 8) The uproar over
Tuesday's main event of a nationally televised Muskegon boxing show has
prompted a formal review by the Michigan Athletic Board of Control as
boxing figures flooded the state with telephone and e-mail rebukes
regarding Courtney Burton's split-decision win over Emanuel Augustus.
The extraordinary agreement to ...Copyrighted Story on Grand Rapids
Press
Don't compare him to Rocky
(JULY 9) Although he's
only 18 years old, Mike Marrone has been in the boxing game for nearly a
decade. As a 9-year-old, Marrone was the kid who pestered everyone at
the gym, looking for a chance to strap on some gloves.Luckily for
Marrone, one of the guys he pestered was Lou Duva, who just happens to
be one of the...Copyrighted Story on Tahoe Daily Tribune
Boxing safety plan in works
(JULY 8) Boxing Ontario says it is taking steps to improve the safety of
its athletes as it deals with allegations it has allowed mismatches to
take place in the amateur ranks. The governing body issued a statement
yesterday saying that to "further solidify its continued commitment" to
safety it is announcing the creation of a "risk management committee."
Copyrighted Story on Toronto Star
Ayala hanging
up the gloves
(JULY 8) Fort Worth boxer Paulie Ayala, a former two-time 122-pound
world champion, has retired. Ayala, 34, ends his career as one of
Fort Worth's most beloved, and successful fighters. He finished with a
35-3 record, including 12 knockouts. His final fight was a 10th-round
knockout loss....Copyrighted Story on Fort Worth Star Telegram
Boxing:
Kimbrough captures first professional title
(JULY 8) CHESTER, W.Va. -- On his 369th day as a professional boxer,
Verquan Kimbrough held a championship belt around his waist. Except this
belt was so large, that it extended from his thighs to his abs.
Copyrighted Story on Pittsburgh Post Gazette
LC takes fight for boxing tourney funds to court
(JULY 8) One year after a season replete with national and international
amateur boxing events in Alexandria, dreams and plans of building a
United States Amateur (USA) Boxing Southern Training Center in
Alexandria have apparently died, and the organization that brought three
major events to town has been sued. Copyrighted Story on Alexandria Town
Talk
Boxing: Tyson on Comebacks... Prison..Bankruptcy....Violent Rages...
(JULY 7) THE sins of the father are not much of an heirloom, and that seems
to consume Mike Tyson's thoughts these days as he prepares for Britain's
Danny Williams and an unlikely final run at boxing greatness. The
latest "new" Mike Tyson, citing his children repeatedly in the course of a
two-hour interview ....Copyrighted Story on the Mirror
Michigan Athletic Board of Control to Review Augustus v. Burton ...
JULY 7, 2004 - Michigan Department of Labor & Economic Growth Director David
Hollister and Athletic Board of Control Chairperson Brad Wright have called
for an Athletic Board of Control review of the professional boxing bout
between Emanuel Augustus and Courtney Burton held last evening at Muskegon’s
L.C. Walker Arena. ....Copyrighted Story on Maxboxing.com
More Boxing stories - De La Hoya vs Hopkins
(JULY &) Oscar de la Hoya has vowed to get it right and win what he calls
his David and Goliath clash with Bernard Hopkins. The pair go head-to-head
in Las Vegas on September 18 for the undisputed middleweight championship of
the world. Copyrighted Story on SkySports, UK
Boxers from around the world converge in Brownsville
July 6, 2004 — For the best young boxers of the world, the road to the 2008
Olympics goes through Brownsville and the Sixth Annual International Junior
Olympic Boxing Tournament. The competition started Monday night at Jacob
Brown Auditorium ...Copyrighted Story on Brownsville Herald, Texas
Local boxing card features talent both young and old
(JULY 5) It's not Oscar De La Hoya but, as usual, Texas promoter Lester
Bedford delivers another big name Friday. Bedford, best known in El Paso for
bringing the De La Hoya-Patrick Charpentier bout in 1998 to a sold-out Sun
Bowl, presents former IBF junior middleweight champ Yory Boy Campas of
Mexico in a 10-round...Copyrighted Story on El Paso Times
Talking boxing: Q&A with Watsonville fighter Carina Moreno
(JULY 2) On the street or behind the counter of her family’s Tacos
Moreno taqueria, Carina Moreno is a shy, petite girl with big eyes and a
bigger smile. She doesn’t look like a fighter. She doesn’t act like a
fighter....Copyrighted story on Santa Cruz Sentinel
Games
are no place for champions of vio
(JULY 4) The rubbish still talked up and down the country about whether or
not a killer should represent us at the Olympics Games would beat records
for sanctimonious flatulence. Both sides miss the point: boxing has no place
in today's Olympics, which are trumpeted every four years as a celebration
of honourable athletic endeavour. Copyrighted story on Stuff.co.nz
Boxing: Loud reminder of a sport down but not out
(JULY 4) When the British Boxing Board of Control took charge of what was
then the noblest of arts 75 years ago, Gene Tunney, an intellectual who
corresponded with George Bernard Shaw and a true man of letters which were
not WBC, WBA, WBO, IBF ...Copyrighted Story on Independent, UK
Tyson fight leads to planned reorganization of athletic ...
(JULY 2) Kentucky Gov. Ernie Fletcher will reorganize the Kentucky Athletic
Commission as a result of a decision by the commission to renew Mike Tyson's
boxing license and because of "other concerns" related to the regulatory
body, he said during a news conference Friday. Copyrighted Story on
Louisville Business First
Boxing:
Spadafora will meet Campos July 17
(JULY 2) Paul Spadafora's next opponent will carry two striking
similarities to the McKees Rocks boxer into the Chevrolet Amphitheatre
ring July 17: an undefeated record and a history of never fighting far
from home. Announced yesterday as Spadafora's....Copyrighted Story on
Pittsburgh Post Gazette
Fightnews.com: Pavlik,
Luevano headline!
(JULY 1) Undefeated prospects Kelly “The Ghost” Pavlik and Steven
Luevano will put their perfect records on the line on Friday, July 2 at
the Fieldhouse in a professional boxing card presented by Top Rank Inc.
Mike Tyson is not the face boxing needs to salvage the
sport
(JULY 1) I picked the
perfect time to gather my thoughts on boxing and put them down on paper.
Since last week, it seems the sport has grown a faint pulse with Mike
Tyson. It is tough to pick a starting point with him; he has been near
the center of attention of boxing since 1986, when he won his first
title fight, and has baffled everyone following the sport ever since.
Copyrighted story on the Collegiate Times
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