Rumble in Rayne!
July 21, 2008
Last Monday afternoon “Bad’ Chad Broussard’s Boxncar Promotions held a press conference at Zea’s in Lafayette to announce their August 16, 2008 Pro-Am boxing to be held at Rayne Civic Center in Rayne, Louisiana.
“Rumble in Rayne” is scheduled to have 5 professional boxing matches and 4 amateur boxing matches. The main event for the pro side of the card will be highly touted local lightweight Mason Menard (2-0), he is scheduled to take on knockout artist Carl McNichols (4-1, 4KO’s) of Gulfport, Mississippi. This is scheduled to be both fighters first 6 round bout, but with 6 knockout wins between these two boxers, do not look for it to go the distance.
The co-main event of the night will see Breaux Bridge, Louisiana native Jarred “Lethal Weapon” LeBlanc (2-0) take on Anthony Adams of Laurel, Mississippi in a 6 round light middleweight bout.
Also scheduled on this night will be New Orleans’ Gary “Southern Pride” Bergeron (9-2). He was last seen winning a 6 round decision over Miguel Alfaro. This will be Bergeron’s first fight in Acadiana.
Local light heavyweight Ceaser Dupre will make his professional debut against the tough and experienced Gevonte Davis (2-1-1) of Gulfport, Mississippi. Davis will ride a two bout win streak into this bout.
Jason “Hot Rod” Doucet will round out the professional side of the card.
The amateur bouts will include Frog Capitals Todd Manuel. Jarred Menard who is the brother of main event fighter Mason Menard and local favorite Joe Almanza.
Tickets are on sale now and can be purchased by calling 337.298.7658 or by stopping by Reds or Planet Nutrition in Lafayette and Cajun Fitness in Rayne.
Jarred LeBlanc, Chad Broussard and Mason Menard (from left to right)
Photo taken by Damien St.Pierre
Krupp "Smokes" Nash!
July 21, 2008
The street leading to the Cut Off Youth Center was shut down before the bouts began due to the sold out crowd for Executioner Productions inaugural event titles “Extreme Warrior Combat” which was an 11 bout boxing/mma card.
The first bout of the night set the tone on how the rest of the night would unfold. Golden Meadow, Louisiana native Tom “Da Bomb” Dardar (4-1) made quick work of Las Vegas resident Bill “Million Dollar Maybe” Coleman (2-4). At the sound of the opening bell Dardar met Coleman in his corner and never let up. The defenseless style of Dardar left him open for a few shots, but not enough to slow Dardar down. Referee Kenny Licata stopped the bout after the second time Coleman went down, just 1:00 into the contest.
The second boxing bout of the night saw Jarred “Lethal Weapon” LeBlanc (2-0) keep his unbeaten record intact with a second round knockout of veteran Michael “The Boss” Moss of Meridian, Mississippi. LeBlanc a Breaux Bridge, Louisiana naïve controlled the bout with aggression. Moss was caught with a overhand right that he could not recover from.
Houston, Texas’ Lanard “Dead Game”Lane (2-0) put in a workmen like effort against New Orleans, Louisiana’s Jeavon Boisseau (2-3). Lane used his speed and movement and outpoint the game Boisseau over 4 rounds. Scores were not read, but the GulfCoastBoxing.com scorecards read 40-36 in favor of Lane.
Baton Rouge, Louisiana’s John” Renegade” Revish (5-1-1) made quick work of Shreveport’s Robert Hollis (0-2). Hollis was down twice before his corner threw in the towel. Revish was scheduled to take on Arkansas’ Will Diamond but due to a work conflict Diamond could not make the trip, Hollis was then called in to take this bout on less than 48 hours notice. An August 15 showdown is being rumored for the Revish/Diamond bout.
Travis “Mr. Surprise” Scott (6-0) had little trouble in his first scheduled 6 round bout. Scott pounded on the rugged veteran Steve Verdin at will for the duration of the bout. Scott was able to keep Verdin off with a stiff jab, when Verdin did get inside Scott used a vigorous body attack. Scores were 60-54, 60-54 and an unexplainable 59-56.
The “Bourbon Street Brawl” lived up to the pre fight hype as both Jay Krupp (12-1) and Deon Nash (5-3) came out with their guns blazing. Over the first 4 rounds both fighters were hurt at some point and the rounds were very close to call. The bout was won in rounds 5 and 6 as Krupp seemed to be a little bit busier then Nash. No scores were read. The GCB cards gave a 58-56 score to “Smoking” Jay Krupp.
The night also featured 3 MMA bouts. Randy Cheramie won a decision over Kyler Tarr. Anthony Barbier won in round 1 via choke over Jeff Stickland. The main event saw Lance Thompson (4-0) win via choke in the first round.
Heavyweight Travis Walker was scheduled to appear on this card, but the Louisiana State Commission did not approve his opponent.
Promoter: Executioner Productions in association with Gulf Coast Boxing. Matchmaker: Damien St.Pierre
Travis Walker Added!
July 15, 2008
WBO 6th ranked heavyweight Travis “Freight Train” Walker (27-1-1) of Tallahassee, Florida has been added to the already start studded “Extreme Warrior Combat” card taking place this Saturday July 19 at the Youth Center in Cut Off, Louisiana.
Walker, who is also ranked number 12 by the WBC is coming off of a 2nd round revenge TKO over TJ Wilson who had previously stopped Walker in October of 2007. Both bout were aired on Showtime television.
Also added to the card are two undefeated prospects. Cruiserweight Hasan “The Destroyer” Henderson (3-0) of nearby Donaldsonville, Louisiana is set to face fellow unbeaten Patrick Young (2-0) of Fort Worth, Texas.
Henderson’s stablemate Lanard Lane (2-0) of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania will take on New Orleans, Louisiana native Jeavon Boisseau (2-2) in a 4 round bout.
The main event will feature a “Bourbon Street Brawl” between New Orleans natives “Smokin” Jay Krupp (11-1) and Deon Nash (5-2). This will be a highly contested 6 round welterweight bout.
Also featured will be area prospects Travis Scott (5-0), John Revish (4-1-1) and Lafayette prospect Jarred LeBlanc (1-0)
Opening up the night of fights will be Thomas Dardar (3-1). His opponent is tentivily scheduled to be author of the book “Million Dollar Maybe”, Bill Coleman of Las Vegas, Nevada. Coleman’s status is still pending with the Louisiana state boxing commission.
Bell time will be 8:00pm, doors will open at 6:00pm. Tables and tickets are on sale now and can be purchased by calling 985.475.4758.
White vs Twin Tyson!
June 25, 2008
Undefeated Louisiana state heavyweight champion “Lethal” Johnnie White (18-0, 16KO’s) of St. Martinsville, Louisiana will take a huge step up in class this Saturday night in Waveland, Mississippi when he takes on well traveled “Twin Tyson” Cliff Couser (26-15-2) of Las Vegas, Nevada. Tony Dane’s World Wide Boxing Promotions will promote this 8 round match up.
White will end a 6 month inactive streak. In his last bout he scored a 1st round knockout of Ray Lunsford, it was his 11th first round stoppage.
Couser has faced a number of word class heavyweights in his career including Cliff Etienne, Michael Moore, Monte Barrett (twice), Tony Thompson and most recently Chris Arreola. His two biggest wins have come against title challengers Jorge Louis Gonzalez and Monte Barrett, whom he stopped in the second round.
Also adding some Louisiana spice will be Golden Meadow, Louisiana’s Zane “The Train” Marks (16-4). He is scheduled to face Phillip Hammac (4-19) of Mobile, Alabama in a 6 round light heavyweight bout. Marks, the holder of the UBO middleweight title was last seen in May losing a 12 round decision to Will McIntyre for the IBA light heavyweight title. Hammac is coming off of a loss to prospect Farah Ennis (5-0), also in May.
The other 6 round bout of the night will pit two cruiserweight sluggers against each other. Tough guy Roy Ashworth (4-4) of Lake Charles, Louisiana will move up in weight to take on local favorite Terry “No Mercy” Broughton (1-0, 1NC). Ashworth has not fought in 2 years. Broughton will break a 6 month inactive streak.
Local Mississippi natives Gevonte Davis (1-1-1) and Carl McNichols (3-1) will also be in action along with Alabama natives Michael Gibbons (1-0) and KeAndre Leatherwood, all in separate bouts.
Krupp vs Nash in Cut Off!
June 23, 2008
First time promoter Tad Gaspard’s Executioner Productions in association with GulfCoastBoxing.com will present “Extreme Warrior Combat” at the Youth Center in Cut Off, Louisiana on Saturday, July 19, 2008. This “first time on the bayou” event will feature a mix of pro boxing, pro MMA and amateur MMA fighting styles. There are 15 scheduled bouts!
The boxing main event will feature what is being called a “Bourbon Street Brawl” between two talented New Orleans area fighters. “Smokin’ Jay Krupp (11-1) who as his slogan says came from “The Big Easy to the Big Apple” is set to face Deon Nash (6-2).
Krupp a New Orleans born fighter has trained with famed trainer Kevin Rooney at the Catskills gym in Catskills, New York since his pro career started. Krupp’s career started out fast, but has since been hit with big layoffs. In late 2007 Krupp managed to get back on the active track. Krupp’s lone defeat came to Eric Simmons, in New York, when Simmons was brought in as a late replacement fighter and was two weight divisions bigger than Krupp.
Nash is a 100% local product, born in Lutcher, Louisiana now trains at the Verrett St gym in downtown New Orleans. He was featured on ESPN’s Wednesday Night Fights in April of 2006 where he won a decision over Danny Reyes. Nash’s only 2 set backs have come against top rated opponents.
The co-feature of the night will feature Travis “Dirty Red” Scott (5-0) of Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Scott is scheduled to fight in his first 6 round bout against an opponent to be determined. Scott has recently started working with the Gulf Coast Boxing stable.
Local product Thomas Dardar (3-1) of nearby Thibdaux, Louisiana is slated to take on the author of the book “Million Dollar Maybe” Bill Coleman (2-3) of Las Vegas, Nevada in a 4 round light welterweight bout.
Making his much anticipated professional debut will be former New Orleans native Quantis Graves. Graves who now resides in Beaumont, Texas is currently rated number 3 in the United States as an amateur heavyweight. Quantis was only 1 win away from representing the country for the 2008 Olympic Games.
Rounding out the card will be Lafayette, Louisiana favorite Jarrod LeBlanc (1-0). He is scheduled in a 4 round welterweight bout.
5 professional MMA bouts and 4 amateur MMA bouts will fill the rest of the card. The main MMA bout will feature Anthony Barbier fighting for the Louisiana state heavyweight MMA title.
Tickets are on sale now, and can be purchased by calling 985.790.9007
Lee Cruises Past Taylor!
June 18, 2008
“Slik” Willie Lee (16-4) was forced to go the 10 round distance for the first time in his career this past Saturday night at the Civic Center in D’Iberville, Mississippi.
Lee, who was never in any real danger, pounded the body of the 36 year old Clarence Taylor (13-16-2) early, and it seemed to make the fight a lot easier for the boxer/promoter Lee. Taylor was never really in the bout, but was determined to make Lee fight the full duration of the bout. One judge managed to see one round for Taylor. Final scores read 100-90, 100-90, 99-91.
The heavyweight co-feature of the night is what gave people their monies worth. Young slugger Aaron Lyons (9-3), a local product from Gulfport, Mississippi took on well known journeymen “Big” John Dixson of Gauthier, Mississippi.
On paper this should have been an easy victory for Lyons, it was anything but. Lyons dominated the first and second rounds, but then started to tire in the third round. Dixson, who was in better shape pressed the action everything Lyons would stop throwing punches, which made for a very entertaining fight. In round 4 Lyons looked to be on the verge of passing out, but a second wind proved to be to much for the 42 year old Dixson.
Lyons connected with a series of shots just as the 10 second hammer hit, Dixson managed to beat the count. Lyons was on the kill at the start of round 5, and it was just too much for Dixson and referee Keith Hughes stopped the bout.
Other results are as follows…
Dora Batista SD4 Tiffiany Ibanez
Derrick Lee TKO1 Miguel Alfaro
Darius Graves KO1 Leo Parfait
Gevonte Davis TKO1 Cleo Rice
Carl McNichols TKO1 Fred Tilman
Jervantis Moore UD4 Bobby Hill
Ricky Deroven, Jr KO1 Nate Richmond
Promoter : There They Go Productions.
State Champ J. Verdin Headlines!
June 18, 2008
Houma,Louisiana - Undefeated Louisiana cruiserweight champion Justin "Ironman" Verdin (5-0) of Grand Bois, Louisiana will headline a mostly amatuer fight card at the East Houma Bingo Hall in Houma, LA. Verdin will take on Cuban born and upset minded Miguel Aquila who now lives in New Orleans, LA.
The rest of the card will feature the best local amatuer talent in the region, also Randy Billiot will be featured in an amatuer MMA bout. This event is being promoted by In Ya Face Fight Productions, proceeds will go to local boxing competing in the Ringside National tounament in August.
Lee Back in Action!
June 9, 2008
Gulfport, Mississippi native “Slik” Willie Lee (15-5) will headline an 8 bout card taking place this Saturday night at the D’Iberville Civic Center in D’Iberville, Mississippi.
Lee - who is coming off of a very impressive stoppage of former title challenger Jason Papillion – is slated to square off against Wilmington, Delaware’s Clarence “Sonny Bono” Taylor (13-15-2) in a 10 round main event bout.
“Slik” Willie won the vacant IBA Intercontinental light middleweight title over Ike Ezeji by 1st round knockout in November 2004. Lee then successfully defended that title 3 months later with a 2nd round knockout over Darien Ford.
Taylor won the WBC USNBC light middleweight title in April of last year with a 3rd round knockout win over David Medina. Taylor won his last bout via 6 round decision over John Terry (2-10-3).
The co-feature of the night will be a battle of Mississippi heavyweights. Aaron Lyons (8-3) is scheduled to face 34 fight veteran and local favorite “Big” John Dixson. Lyons hails from Gulfport and Dixson from Gauthier. Both sluggers are looking for wins in this 4 round battle.
The most interesting under card battle (on paper at least) will pit Derrick Lee (2-1) - who is the younger brother of main event boxer Willie Lee – against tough Laurel, MS boxer Miguel Alfaro (3-3). Both fighters dropped their last bouts in New Orleans, Louisiana. Lee ran out of steam and lost a majority decision against Jeavon Boisseau. Alfaro was dropped in round 1 and ended up losing a 6 round decision to Gary Bergeron.
Mississippian Carl McNickels (2-1) will face Fred Tillman (0-4) of Killen, Texas in a 4 round light welterweight bout.
Gulfport, Ms native and former amateur standout Gevonte Davis (0-1-1) hopes to grab his first professional victory over pro debuting Cleo Rice III.
Rounding out the card will be Roy Jones, SR trained heavyweight Kelvin Davis (4-0, 4KO’s), debuting Darius Graves and female Tiffany Ibanez (2-5-1)
"Kid Fire" Wins IBA Belt!
May 21, 2008
Brawlin N’ Nawlins was not just a clever name… It was exactly what it was billed to be. Last Saturday night at the Pontchartrain Center in Kenner, Louisiana Will “Kid Fire” McIntyre (40-4-1) reached the 40 win plateau and captured the IBA Americas light heavyweight title in the process.
Will ran into a slight road block on his way to the title called Zane “The Train” Marks (17-4). Zane came out on fire looking to end the night early and that sent that crowd of over 2,000 people into frenzy. McIntyre started settling down in the 4th round as Marks seemed to fade, but every time McIntyre flurried Marks would come back to keep the fight close.
Round 6 saw McIntyre credited with a knockdown when Marks’ upper body went through the top and second rope (which was not secured with a rope divider). In round 7 McIntyre was also credited with a knockdown when Marks went thought the top and second rope again, although this time McIntyre scored a blow while Marks’ upper body hung off the second rope.
The final rounds saw both fighter exchange vicious shots. After the final bell the judge’s scorecards read 114-113, 115-111 and 114-112. The fighters were treated to a standing ovation before the cards were read.
Promoter Les Bonano stated “I knew the fight was a 50/50 bout but had no right to expect such a great match.” When asked about the match.
A rematch is in the works.
In the featured bout of the night Chalmette, Louisiana native Gary “Southern Pride” Bergeron (9-2) pounded out a 6 round unanimous decision over the very game Miguel Alfaro (3-3) of Laurel, Mississippi by way of El Salvador. Bergeron put Alfaro down in the opening stanza. Alfaro had a good second round and was able to keep Bergeron off, but the quicker Bergeron had already started investing into body work.
Bergeron was able to control the pace of the bout and had Alfaro out on a few occasions, but could not end it. Scorecards read 60-53, 59-54, 59-54.
Rayne, Louisiana lightweight Mason Menard (2-0) continued to impress as he “bombed out” the usually durable Mario Lacey (7-18) of Mobile, Alabama. Menard dropped Lacey 3 times in route to a 2nd round TKO victory. Referee was Kenny Licata.
In a match up of a prison guard against a former prisoner. Donaldsonville, Louisiana native Hasan “The Destroyer” Henderson (2-0) got the second win of his professional career when former prison guard Wade Gilbert of Arkansas (1-2) could not continue after he dislocated his shoulder just 51 seconds into the 1st round.. Henderson reportedly had 43 “prison” bouts before he turned pro last month.
The opening bout of the night saw heavyweight Bobby O’Bannon (3-0, 3KO’s) keep his knockout streak in tact when he knocked out “Downtown” Nick Brown (0-1) who was making his pro debut. The time of knockout was 1:34 of the very 1st round.
4 MMA bouts also entertained the crowd.
Promoter: The Fight Guys, LLC
GCB at the Scales!
May 16, 2008
Below are the weights for tonights “Brawlin N’ Nawlins.”
Will McIntyre 172.5 vs Zane Marks 172.5
IBA Americas Light Heavyweight Championship
Gary Bergeron 146 vs. Miguel Alfaro 146.5
Hasan Henderson 205 vs. Wade Gilbert 205
Bobby O'Bannon 250 vs. Nick Brown 225
Mason Menard 133 vs. Mario Lacy 136
*There will also be 4 MMA bouts.
Tickets are on sale now at Ticketmaster.com and can be purchased at the door. $40 and $20 seats remain.
J. Verdin in Action!
May 1, 2008
Louisiana state cruiserweight champion Justin “Ironman” Verdin (4-0) will be in action this weekend at the Patterson Civic Center in Patterson, Louisiana. Verdin is scheduled to take on Ernest Parfait from Bay St. Louis, Mississippi in a 4 round cruiserweight contest.
This will be the lone boxing bout on this “Battlezone IX” card being presented by Steve Miller’s FightHouse Productions.
Tickets are on sale now and can be purchased by calling 985.384.5425
May 17 Presser
April 25, 2008
Brawlin N’ Nawlins and The Fight Guys presented a press conference yesterday at Buffalo Wild Wings in Houma, Louisiana to announce their May 17th Boxing and MMA event to be held at the Pontchartrain Center in Kenner, LA.
Promoter Les Bonanao was present along with the two main event fighters Will McIntyre and Zane Marks. Recently added Mason Menard and MMA fighter Courtney Pollard and Randy Billiot were also present.
Marks and McIntyre will meet in a 12 round bout for the IBA light heavyweight title.
More to come…
Les Bonano with Zane Marks and Will McIntyre
Scypion Wins in FL!
April 25, 2008
From Fightnews.com
Unbeaten jr. middleweight Wilford Scypion (6-0, 5 KOs), son of the 1980s middleweight contender Wilford Scypion, punished William Ganes (0-2) until the bout was stopped in round four.
Scypion fights for local boxing agent Kerry Daigle and the Keep Punching stable of fighters.
Menard Added to Kenner Card!
April 25, 2008
Lightweight Mason Menard (1-0) of Rayne, Louisiana has just been added to the already packed “Brawlin N’ Nawlins” card which is set to take place on Saturday, May 17 at the Pontchartrain Center in Kenner.
Menard was a highly decorated amateur fighter, he claimed 8 Louisiana Golden Glove championships and won a bronze medal at the 2008 Olympic qualifying tournament.
His second professional bout will be a tough one as he is scheduled to face Felix Malespin (4-2), who originally hails from Nicaragua, but now resides in New Orleans, LA.
Mason Menard with manager Chad Broussard
Marks vs McIntyre for IBA Belt!
April 12, 2008
Press Release
May 17, 2008 - Metairie, LA -- Hey, New Orleans! Just between you and me, it’s going to be powerful punches and definitely some elbows. I’m talking about WORLD CLASS BOXING AND MMA - all under the same roof. Brawlin in N'awlins’ own Les Bonano (event co-coordinator) combined forces with The Fight Guys LLC to bring World Class boxing and the MMA back to the Pontchartrain Center in Kenner. The action packed event will be held on May 17, 2008 at 7:30 PM.
The fight line up will include 4 MMA FIGHTS and 4 Professional Boxing Matches all on the same card. The main event will feature the battle for the IBA LT HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP. Be ready and excited because this ticket mixes hot sauce with this gumbo-style event. It’s hot because when MIXED MARTIAL ARTS MEETS BOXING….. Well, you will see!
The IBA (International Boxing Association) LT HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP belt will be on the line. Both quality sluggers have been in major events. Will “Kid Fire” McIntyre from Covington, Louisiana with a record of 39 wins, only 4 losses and 14 knockouts will fight Zane “The Train” Marks, from Greenock, Scotland now fighting out of Golden Meadow, Louisiana.
McIntyre is noted for his appearance on Showtime against the World Renowned Title Holder Joe Calzaghe in Denmark for the WBO WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP. Calzaghe is NOW fighting against Bernard Hopkins. McIntyre also fought on ESPN in a 12 Decision Loss to the undefeated Dana Rosenblatt in Mashantucke, Connecticut for the IBA Continental Championship. McIntyre biggest win was a 12 Victory for the NABA Championship against Shawn Lanberg at Casino Magic in Bay St Louis, Mississippi.
Zane Marks’ most notable fight was a 12 Decision Loss for the IBC & NBA Championship in Boise, Idaho against Celevendand Corder.
Gary "Southern Pride" Bergeron from Chalmette, Louisiana (8 wins-2 losses) will fight Miguel Alfaro from El Salvador (4 wins, 2 losses) in the Welterweight Division.
Joseph Smith from Mobile, Alabama (7 Wins, 2 Losses) in the Lt Heavyweight Division will fight against an opponent to be announced.
Bobby O'Bannon of Mobile, Alabama (2 wins-0 losses) in the Heavyweight Division will fight Nick “Downtown” Brown from Franklinton, Louisiana who is making his pro debut.
In the highly anticipated and exciting MMA matches two of the four bouts will feature Charles Raider from Chalmette, Louisiana and Chaz Agilar from Guatemala now fighting out of Harahan, Louisiana.
Two other MMA Bouts will be added to the card. More information will follow.
Tickets are on sale at all Ticketmaster Outlets Ticketmaster.com or at 504-522-5555.
Krupp Wins Again!
Gulfcoastboxing.com Exclusive
April 9, 2008
A night of knockouts broke out last Saturday night at the Venue nightclub in downtown New Orleans, Louisiana. Of the 6 bouts on the card 4 ended early.
The main event featured Catskills, New York’s Jerome Tabb (9-3) against Douglas “Preacher Man” Robertson (2-15-2). Round one saw Robertson press the action and land the cleaner blows, but one round was all the “Preacher Man” had in him. Tabb easily controlled the last 5 rounds with his pressing action and hooks to the body. All three judges saw it 59-55 for the New York native Jerome Tabb.
Hometown favorite “Smokin” Jay Krupp (11-1) ended things early, 35 seconds early, in his bout against Billy “Outlaw” Outley (13-48-2) of Shreveport, Louisiana. Krupp walked across the ring, slipped two shots and then threw a left hook to the body that made Outley sprawl to the mat in pain. Outley reportedly endured a broken rib. Krupp has won 7 bouts in a row.
Rynell Griffin (2-1) won his second straight bout as he got rid of the lanky Phillip Lars (2-2) of Shreveport, Louisiana in two rounds. Griffin was easily able to get on the inside of Phillips and that seemed to be the key. Griffin stepped on the gas in the second round forcing Lars to end the bout on a knee.
Light welterweight Gary Bergeron (8-2) got back on the winning track when he disposed of Cory Stephens (1-8) just 58 seconds into round number 2. Stephens started out fast and tried to catch Bergeron off guard, the experienced Bergeron walked thought the wild shots by Stephens. Round 2 saw Bergeron land a vicious body combination that put Stephens down for the 10 count.
The bout of the night saw New Orleans native Jevaon Boisseau put the first blemish on the record of Gulfport, Mississippi’s Derrick Lee (2-0). A lot of close back and forth action put the bout seemingly even going into the last two rounds, but the stamina of Boisseau seemed to give him the slight edge. The final verdict saw a majority decision win for Boisseau, scores were 39-37, 39-37, 38-38.
Light middleweight “Dirty Red” Travis Scott (5-0) of Baton Rouge, Louisiana stayed unbeaten as he dispatched of Jerrick Stephens (1-11) just 55 seconds into the opening round. A well placed left hook to the body put Stephens down and out. Scott is now working with the Gulf Coast Boxing team. This bout ended a 29 month layoff for Scott.
Promoter was Gulf Coast Pro Boxing.
Gary Bergeron lands a flurry against Cory Stephens
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Boxing Back in NOLA!
April 3, 2008
Phil Krupp’s Gulf Coast “Pro” Boxing will present a 7 bout card this Friday night at the Venue in New Orleans, LA. The card is filled with young New Orleans based talent, with a New Yorker thrown in.
Jay Krupp (10-1), son of promoter Phil will participate in his first main event as a professional. He is set to face late sub Billy Outley of Shreveport, Louisiana in a 6 round welterweight bout. Krupp has won his last 6 bouts and Outley is coming off of a knockout loss at the hands of undefeated prospect Wilford Scypion and a draw with Anthony Middlebrooks (8-2-1)
Heavyweights Jerome Tabb of Catskills, New York will face Doug “Preacher Man” Robertson (8-3) of Longview, Texas in the only other 6 round bout on the card.
The undercard will feature a host of New Orleans based talent including the come back of “Southern Pride” Gary Bergeron (7-2), Renell Griffin (1-1), Travis Scott (4-0), Jevaon Boisseau (1-2) and the professional debut of Ron Weaver protégé Marcus McDaniel. All in 4 round bouts.
Tickets are on sale now and you can get them by calling 504.201.8281
LA GG Results!
April 3, 2008
The 2008 Louisiana Golden Glove champions are as follows:
106 - None
112 - Henry Clay
119 - None
125 - Gerardo Garcia (Youngsville)
132 - Joel Baglio (Daley's Gym)
141 - Jared Menard (Frog Capital)
152 - Johathon Casimere (Westlake)
165 - Chad Trahan (Rajun Cajun)
178 - Antonio Mignella (Grand Bois)
201 - Tyler Jones
201+ - Alfre Fuselier (Rajun Cajun)
These fighters will advance to the Mid-South regional tournament on April 12 in Little Rock, Arkansas.
LA Golden Gloves Returns To Lafayette!
March 24, 2008
Rajun Cajun Boxing Club
The LoUiSiAna State Golden Gloves Tournament will return to Lafayette on March 28th & 28th at the Robicheaux Center, 1919 Eraste Landry Road. Hosting the event again this year will be Lafayette’s own Ragin’ Cajun Amateur Boxing Club.
LoUiSiAna Golden Gloves Director Ray Paxton of Shreveport stated “The State Golden Gloves held in Lafayette in 2007 was the finest run amateur boxing tournament in my 40+ years in boxing. Everything from concessions to the championship bouts was done not only as it should be, but the Ragin Cajun Club exceeded all expectations. We sent a fine team of boxers to the Mid-South Golden Gloves Regional Tournament of Champions and I believe we will have an even better, more experienced team this year. Coach Williford and his team left no stone unturned last year and I think they will again do an exceptional job”.
Acadiana will be well represented in all weights and ages with six clubs from Lafayette. Commitments have been made by clubs from Shreveport to New Orleans to enter their boxers in the 2008 tournament. At least two hundred boxers from eight- years- old to thirty five-years-old will be entered and this year the MASTERS DIVISION will be included for boxers from thirty six years old up to seventy fives years old.
Tournament winners in the Open Division will be awarded trophies, LoUiSiAna Golden Gloves Champions jackets and trunks and vest for the Mid-South Regional’s. All other tournament winners will be awarded trophies or medallions.
This will be the first time the Robicheaux Center has hosted a boxing tournament and the Center is excited about this opportunity to showcase their fine venue. There will not be any obstruction for fans viewing the bouts. Bouts commence at 7 PM sharp on both Friday and Saturday night
For VIP tables for eight people for each night, contact: Beldon E. Fox, Jr. at (337) 288-4052 or for general admission tickets please call: (337) 257-3501. Tickets may also be purchased at the following locations on March 10th.at the following locations: Pete’s on Johnston Street, Southside Bakery in the South College Shopping Center on Johnston Street, The Bulldog on General Mouton, T-Coons on Pinhook Road, Red Lerille’s on Doucet Road and Sandlot Academy in the Plaza Shopping Center on Johnston Street
Norwood vs Hammac!
March 14, 2008
Aaron “The Assisian” Norwood (24-9-1) of Hattiesburg, Mississippi will get the opportunity to claim his stake for the Mid-South light heavyweight championship this Saturday night in front of his home town fans at the Multipurpose Center in Hattiesburg, Mississippi. His opponent will be Phillip Hammac (4-17) of nearby Mobile, Alabama.
Also scheduled to see action will me lightweight Mario Lacey of Mobile, AL and Miguel Alfaro of Laurel, MS.
Revish Back in Action!
March 14, 2008
At the North Park Assembly Center in Denham Springs, Louisiana the Gladiators Academy will present “No Surrender” a 10 fight card that will include three professional boxing matches. This event is scheduled to take place this coming Saturday night (3.15.-8)
Walker-Echols battle to draw! Powell crushes Finley!
March 1, 2008
Fightnews.com / GulfCoastBoxing.com
Undefeated middleweight Michael Walker (18-0-2, 12 KOs) and former three-time title challenger Antwun Echols (31-7-4, 27 KOs) battled to a ten round draw. Walker, who took the fight on less than 48 hours notice after the pullout of Allan Green, put on a game effort against the seasoned Echols. Scores were 98-92 Echols, 95-95, 95-95
Walker poised for Echols!
February 29, 2008
Fightnews.com
Undefeated middleweight Michael Walker (18-0-1, 12 KOs) faces former title challenger Antwun Echols (31-7-3, 27 KOs) in the co-main event of tonight's edition of ESPN2's "Friday Night Fights" from the Paragon Casino in Marksville, Louisiana. With just 24 hours notice, Walker agreed, without hesitation, to take the bout. "Michael and I both understand that even with incredibly short notice, this is an important opportunity to make a statement," said Walker's promoter, Octavius James, CEO Of One In A Million Inc. "Stepping up to face a fighter like Echols with no notice shows some serious heart and confidence on Walker's part."
Green off ESPN2 card!
February 29, 2008
Fightnews.com
Super middleweight contender Allan Green will not be facing Antwun Echols on ESPN2 Friday Night Fights at the Paragon Casino and Resort in Marksville, Louisiana. Echols will now take on unbeaten Michael "Midnight Stalker" Walker (18-0-1, 12 KOs) after Green suddenly became unavailable. "Green hasn't returned our calls since Monday and missed his plane yesterday," Holden Promotions executive Bobby Dobbs told Fightnews.com. Green was located by Fightnews.com today at the Palm Beach Boxing Center in West Palm Beach, Florida. His only comment: "I'm not in a position to talk about it now." Echols-Walker will part of an attractive double main event card that also features IBF #1 junior middleweight contender Sechew “Iron Horse” Powell (22-1) in action against Kevin Finley.
"Sweet" Resurrection! February 26, 2008
Michael J. Campbell
“Sweet” Reggie Johnson of Houston, Texas, said he wasn’t on a “comeback,” but rather was in need of some “get back” and returned to the ring for some unfinished business. Titles at middleweight and light heavyweight and 25 world title contests couldn’t satiate his desire to fight and after long contract disputes and wanting to “do things his way,” he finally got another big fight after a two and a half year layoff.
J. Verdin Makes Quick Work of Folse! February 24, 2008
Last night in the Houma Civic Center a new king was crowned. Justin “Ironman” Verdin (4-0) got the upper hand on what could be part of a two fight deal (Boxing, then MMA) on local rival promoter and fighter Ricky “The Pit-bull” Folse (3-3).
Johnson edges Gonzalez! February 24, 2008
Fightnews.com
41-year-old former two-time world champion Reggie Johnson (44-7-1, 25 KOs) reportedly won a split decision over former world champ Julio Gonzalez (41-5, 25 KOs) on Saturday night at the Civic Center in Lake Charles, Louisiana. Scores were 116-112, 115-113 for Johnson and 116-112 for Gonzalez. Johnson, who had had only one fight in the previous six years, claimed the IBA light heavyweight title on a show billed as "Fight Night for Climate Change," emphasizing the issue of global warming.
Lake Charles Undercard Announced! February 13, 2008
Keeppuncing.com
Trinity World Boxing Promotions, Green Planet Mobile, Goossen Tutor Promotions, Keeppunching Entertainment, and Impact Marketing will team up to bring professional boxing fans a truly great match-up of former world champions. Johnson is a former WBA Middleweight World Champion and IBF Light Heavyweight World Champion (43-7-1—25 KO) and Gonzalez is a former WBO Light Heavyweight World Champion (41-4-0—25KO). Johnson has had one fight in 4 years. Gonzalez fought for the IBF Light Heavyweight World Title late last year in the United Kingdom against Clinton Woods and lost a 12 round unanimous decision. Neither fighter has ever been knocked out in a total of 96 professional boxing matches with 50 knockouts among the two against the biggest names in the last two decades. The winner will be an IBA World Light-heavyweight Champion and be in line to challenge one of the other world champions and find their place in the Hall of Fame. There is a lot at stake in this match-up.
Johnson vs Gonzalez for IBA Strap! February 6, 2008
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Paragon’s Plans to Keeppunching! February 6, 2008
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J. Verdin vs Folse, Feb 23! February 6, 2008
It is finally here, Justin “Ironman” Verdin (3-0) will get to do battle with his arch rival Ricky “Pitbull” Folse (3-2) in a very much anticipated grudge match. This bout has been in the making for over two years and it will come to fruition February 23, 2008 at the Civic Center in Houma, Louisiana.
Peterson Bros Win! Janaury 5, 2008
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ShoBox Weights! Janaury 3, 2008
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Lamont Peterson 142.9 vs Antonio Misquita 142.7 GCB.com Featured December 20, 2007
The Lafourche Gazette
Nestled in the remains of a local bar is a haven for boxers of all levels working under the training of a
1988 Olympic champion who plans on propelling a bayou-area boxer to the title of world champ within
the next few years.
Peterson Bros on ShoBox! December 17, 2007
Prize Fight Boxing
Memphis, TN-Monday, December 17, 2007-On Friday, January 4th, in what will be the first televised bout of 2008, Memphis based Prize Fight Boxing and the Hard Rock Casino and Resort in Biloxi, Mississippi kick off the New Year with a bang by welcoming back Anthony and Lamont Peterson, live on Showtime's popular fight series, ShoBox: The New Generation.
Baton Rouge native Kevin Wallis (3-1) is scheduled to end a 7 year layoff as he is set to face another tough Texas native in Don Mouton (3-2) in a super middleweight bout
Light middleweight Mark Hinson looks for his first win as a professional against 47 fight veteran Steve Verdin of Houma, Louisiana
The card will round out with 7 MMA bouts featuring top local talent from around the region. For more info or tickets call 225.218.8871
IBF #1 jr middleeweight Sechew Powell (23-1, 14 KOs) impressively demolished Kevin Finley (12-1-1, 9 KOs) in just 2:23 on Friday night at the Paragon Casino & Resort in Marksville, Louisiana. Powell floored Finley twice.
Jr welterweight Jesus Pabon (11-1, 8 KOs) won an eight round unanimous decision over Daniel Garcia (9-4-1, 7 KOs). Scores were 78-72, 78-72, 78-72.
The first bout of the evening pitted promising light welterweight Kenny Galarza (4-0, 4KO’s) of Puerto Rico against the very game David Maund (4-16-1) of Ohio. Galarza started out early and often as he battered the out classed Maund for the most part of rounds 1 and 2 with some very mean combinations. The latter half of the second round saw Galarza switch to more of a jabbing routine, reportedly because of a hurt right hand. The early work paid off as Maund developed a nasty gash on the bridge of his nose.
Round 3 was the end of the night for Maund as Galarza pounded him with a left hook uppercut combo that seemed to take the steam out of Maund, after a few more select shots from Galarza referee Russell Naquin stepped in and put an end to the bout at 2:21 into round 3.
In the second bout of the night Mike Martinez (7-2) showed a little bit of everything he has to offer as he scored a 6 round decision over Fernando Chacon (3-13-2) of Houston, Texas. Martinez of Snyder, Texas put on a boxing clinic over for six rounds, the only set back in this bout for Martinez is that he suffered a small cut on his right eye, but his corner put an end to that real fast.
All three judges scored the bout 60-54 for the much quicker and accurate Martinez. GulfCoastBoxing.com also scored the bout 60-54.
The walkout bout of the night showcased undefeated middleweight Wilford Scypion Jr. of Lafayette, Louisiana against 62 fight veteran Billy “Outlaw” Outley of Shrveport, Louisiana. The powerful Scypion put Outley down 3 times in route to a 2nd round stoppage 1:13 into the round.
Powell Wins Easy
"I'm glad Green bailed and I don't care why," Walker said. "I'm going to take care of business. Everything happens for a reason. This is going to be my coming out party....for the past year, none of the rising middleweights have wanted to take a chance fighting me. Beating a puncher like Echols, a 'name' fighter who's been in with the best, is the opportunity that I've been waiting for."
A scheduled contest with top ranked “Gentleman” Glen Johnson was cancelled last November due to and arm injury suffered by Reggie during preparations. Three months later, Glen is scheduled to fight WBC champ Chad Dawson, and former WBO champion Mexican Julio Gonzalez, of Huntington Beach, California, stepped in to battle for the IBA Light Heavyweight Title.
Johnson came in via an extended ring walk, circling the arena, wearing a plain grey sweatshirt and knit cap, giving a very working man impression. When the bell sounded to begin action, Johnson charged across the ring scoring combinations and attacking the body from his southpaw stance. Rope burns and evidence of body punches were already apparent on Gonzalez’s back by the end of the first round.
The forty-one year old former champion demonstrated that his skills were still sharp in making Gonzalez miss many of his punches with superior speed and head movement. Gonzalez came forward constantly though and never lessened his work rate, which began to turn the bout his way as Johnson’s body attack disappeared. “I tweaked my left shoulder in the fourth or fifth round and I couldn’t utilize my left hand as much,” Johnson revealed after the bout.
The middle rounds saw Gonzalez outwork Johnson, whose elusiveness became less effective. Other than a good shot to the ear which staggered Gonzalez momentarily in the seventh round, rounds five thru nine were mostly Julio pushing Reggie into the ropes and landing the bigger punches.
In the tenth, Johnson had his biggest round of the evening landing multiple series of 1-2 combinations which went unanswered from Gonzalez and control of the bout’s pace had turned. The remainder of the contest saw Gonzalez wanting to engage in toe to toe action, while Johnson preferred to evade the initial attempts and draw his foe in for counterpunches, loading up for big power shots seeming to desire a knockdown or even stoppage.
In the end, it was a very tightly scored bout from which the judges had to decide between Gonzalez’s superior aggressiveness and high workrate which controlled the action and pace of the bout, or prefer Johnson’s great head movement, defense, and slicker boxing.
The referee for the bout was Rick Exe. Judge Mickey Lofton scored the bout 116-112 for Johnson, while judge Ray Clarey scored it 116-112 for Gonzalez, and judge Kenny Saintes scored it 115-113 for Johnson, resulting in a Split Decision victory for Reggie Johnson.
Julio Gonzalez commiserated, “I felt I won the fight. He won four rounds at most. It was completely obvious. I’m not afraid to go into anyone’s hometown to fight, but I just want a fair decision. Reggie, you said you’d give me a rematch, but let’s do it in California!”
Jesse Reid, James Green, and Bobby Benton worked Johnson’s corner.
Always one who gave back to his community, Johnson utilized local sparring in Houston and brought young prospects from Houston area gyms to fill out the undercard.
In the co-main event, Houston’s Maurenzo “T-Diddy” Smith engaged in a six round contest with comebacking veteran James “Machine Gun” Gatlin of Atlanta. After a long period of inactivity, Gatlin seemed ill-prepared to go the distance. Smith was able to have his will with him and land any shots he so desired. Gatlin was gassed and relied on the strategy of trying to draw Smith in and load up with one big shot. He didn’t land many and when they did, they did little damage. The referee called an end to the one sided affair midway through the final round. Smith now looks to contend for the Texas cruiserweight title in a bout which would complete his trilogy with rival “Crazy” Robbie McClimmans of Conroe.
“Mean” Eugene Hill of Dickinson, Texas, moved to 10-0 disposing of Rozell Traylor in the first round. Last year Traylor dropped his pro debut to Hill by second round TKO. With three more fights under his belt and coming off a victory, Traylor attempted to avenge his loss. Hill wanted to top his previous performance and did just that, knocking out his foe just before the end of the first round. He demonstrated his maturation as a fighter in remaining patient and focused during the bout. He cornered Traylor on the ropes and put him down twice with well placed combinations. The first time he bounced back up, but the on the second occasion, the referee counted him out.
Lafayette, Lousiana’s, Wilford Sypion, Jr. remained perfect in gaining his fourth knockout victory in as many tries. He is the son of the legendary middleweight who had memorable bouts with Marvin Hagler, Iran Barkley, Mustafa Hamsho, & Frankie Fletcher. With his opponent putting up little resistance, Sypion landed combinations and attacked the body, resulting in scored knockdowns in rounds one and three before referee Kenny Saintes had seen enough.
2007 Texas Golden Gloves champion Justin Jones of Houston, picked up his second victory scoring a shutout over Kirby Gillespie of Dallas. Jones boxed well, breaking through Gillespie’s jabs and clutching tactics to land flurries and body shots.
Houston heavyweight Herman “Skip” Scott received his 2nd victory by way of TKO when referee Rick Exe decided that Charles Scott’s activity level wasn’t at a high enough level for the bout to continue. Skip held a huge height and reach advantage over Charles
Mike Martinez made quick work of Jerrick Stephens winning via first round stoppage.
The bouts will be delay broadcast online from the website http://www.greenplanetmobile.com.
Gulfcoastboxing.com Exclusive
Verdin and Folse met last night in one of the most hyped up boxing matches that didn’t involve HBO or Showtime that the state of Louisiana has ever seen. The set up was grand as both fighters came out to pay-per-view worthy entrances that included large video screens, light shows and smoke machines.
When the bell sounded Verdin took over landing a very effective jab that left Folse looking confused. Folse tried some offense of his own, only to be countered with a solid left hook. Verdin then landed a big overhand right that pinned Folse to the ropes, Verdin then unloaded a vicious body attack. Smelling blood Verdin backed off for a second, only to fire back with another big right hand that had Folse trying to hold on.
And hold on he did, Folse grabbed Verdin and then attempted to knee Verdin while still in the clinch. Verdin countered with 3 uppercuts that crushed the nose of Folse. Referee Russell Naquin separated the two boxers and when the blood started flowing out of the nose of Ricky Folse, Naquin called in the ringside doctor to examine the bloody Folse. After about a 5-6 minute examination the ringside doctor felt Folse could not continue, giving a first round TKO victory to Justin Verdin.
With the win Verdin stays unbeaten and captures the Louisiana state cruiserweight title. The time was 2:07 into the opening round.
Other action saw Houma, Louisiana fan favorite “Smiling” Martin Verdin (15-13-1) snap a 6 fight losing streak with an 8 round unanimous decision victory over Miguel “El Toro” Aquila (12-39-2). Verdin seemed to frustrate Aquila with movement thus letting him land his jab at will. The official scores were not read. Gulfcoastboxing.com scored the bout 79-71 for Verdin.
In the only other boxing match of the night nearby Thibadoux, Louisiana native Thomas Dardar (3-0) stayed unbeaten as he cruised to a 4 round decision win over Houma, Louisiana’s Steve “Road Warrior” Verdin (8-37-2). Dardar used constant pressure and a stiff jab to win every round on the GCB scorecard. Again, no official scores were read.
Promoters: In Ya Face Fight Productions / Pitbull Productions. Matchmaker Damien St.Pierre
Folse (in black) tries to knee Verdin (in white) while in a clinch
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New IBA light heavyweight champion, Reggie "Sweet" Johnson
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The undercard will feature a night of Heavyweight action. Maurice “T-Diddy” Smith, Houston, TX will face James Gatlin from Atlanta, Georgia in a 6 round co-feature. Knockout artist Eugene Hill (9-0 with 8 knockouts), a Mike Tyson type puncher, will also be on the card. Justin Jones, a heavyweight prospect training from Houston, Texas and originally from Lafayette, Louisiana (1-0) will face the ever tough Kirby Lee Gillespie (1-1-1) also from Texas. Herman “Skip” Scott, another Houston heavyweight will enter his 3rd professional bout against an opponent to be named. Scott is 6’8” and 252 pounds and brings lots of action to the fights.
Also, on the card will feature amateur sensation Michael “El Torito de Fiero” Martinez (5-2, 3 KO) from Houston, Texas by way of Snyder. Martinez shows the skill of a much more advanced professional. His team mate, Wilford Scypion, Jr (3-0, 3 KO), originally from Port Arthur and Houston, Texas will face 150 fight veteran Benji Singleton from Georgia. Scypion’s father Wilford Scypion, Sr was one of the most popular middleweights in the 70’s and 80’s fighting on national television regularly having won ‘Fight of the Year’ honors.
This fight is a Las Vegas type show that will make history in Lake Charles, Louisiana as one of the best boxing cards in the last 3 decades.
In attendance at the conference will be main event participant and former two-time world champion Reggie “Sweet” Johnson, as well as the promotional groups responsible for putting this amazing event together among other attendees.
Fight Night for Climate Change will be telecast internationally via satellite and viewed by millions through a distribution network to include pay-per-view streaming on the Internet and, for the first time ever, will be simulcast pay-per-view on mobile phones. Fight tickets are going quickly and fans are asked to purchase their tickets early.
Tickets are on sale now at all Ticketmaster outlets and the Lake Charles Civic Center Box Office (call 337.491.1432) and are priced at $200 (Limited Ringside Seats); $125 (Floor Seats); $48.50 (Floor Riser Seats); $48.50 (Gold 100 Level Seats); $32.50 (Silver 200 Level Seats); and $15 (Bronze 300 Level, General Admission Seats).
The light heavyweights are back for ONE NIGHT ONLY as two former world champions meet. Julio Gonzalez vs. Reggie “Sweet” Johnson in a 12-round main event for the IBA WORLD Light Heavyweight title.
An incredible undercard featuring the best young prospects from Louisiana and Texas in "Do or Die" fights. It’s a fight night for climate change as professional boxing returns to southwest Louisiana – February 23 at the Lake Charles Civic Center!
Tickets are on sale now at all Ticketmaster outlets or online at ticketmaster.com.
Trinity World Boxing Promotions in conjunction with Goossen Tutor Promotions, Keeppunching Media and Marketing, and Impact Marketing are bringing THE 'FIGHT OF THE YEAR' to Louisiana! Gonzalez vs. Johnson. One night only; February 23. Be a part of this history-making title fight in Lake Charles, Louisiana. Call 491-1432 and get your tickets today!
Click Here for the Offficial Johnson vs Gonzalez website!
February ESPN Card Announces Louisiana Casino’s Status as New Destination for World-Class Boxing
Before the bell rings or a single punch is thrown, a group of extraordinary people will have already scored an impressive boxing victory.
February 29’s “Friday Night Fights” broadcast from the Paragon Casino Resort in Marksville, Louisiana, featuring IBF #1-rated Sechew “Iron Horse” Powell (23-1, 13 KOs) and IBF and WBO #14-rated Allan “Sweetness” Green (26-1, 18 KOs) in dual main events, will mark the culmination of a lengthy group effort to bring world-class professional boxing to Central Louisiana. Click Here for the full press release!
This feud has been so heated that a half and half promotion of this bout had to be agreed upon. In Ya Face Fight Production (Verdin) and Pit bull Productions (Folse) will split the promotional duties. This bout will be at a catch weight of 185lbs and is scheduled for 10 rounds for the Louisiana State Cruiserweight title.
Verdin is undefeated in three professional bouts and is coming off of a spectacular 2nd round knockout of Jeremy Williams last August.
Folse is coming off of a decision win over Kenny Stevens in Januaury of 2005. Interestingly enough that fight was promoted by Pitbull Productions and it featured Justin Verdin.
Interviews with each fighter will come soon!
Also in action that night will be Dulac, Louisiana light heavyweight “Smiling” Martin Verdin (14-13).
Gulf Coast Boxing’s Tom “Da Bomb” Dardar (2-0) of Thibodaux, Louisiana will look to stay unbeaten as he is set to square off against Steve Verdin (8-36-1) of Bourg, Louisiana in a 4 round welterweight bout.
Tickets are on sale now and are going FAST! You can get your seats by visiting TicketMaster.com, or by calling Extreme Fitness at 985-873-2582 or Body Elite 985-851-4215.
UNDERCARD BOUTS (Gulfcoastboxing.com)
Combacking light heavyweight Will "Kid Fire" McIntyre (39-4-1) of
Covington, Louisiana won his third straight bout by chopping down 6'3
Matthew Charleston (25-18) of Stone Mountain Georgia. McIntyre was the
aggressor throughout the entire bout. Scores were 60-54, 60-55, 59-55.
Atlanta, Georgia's Curtis "KO" Smith (6-3) scored a 5th round TKO win
over hometown favorite Gary Bergeron (7-2). The southpaw Smith used a
consistent boxing/moving attack to his advantage. Smith connected with
a combination that put Bergeron down, he was able to get up but the
referee felt Bergeron had seen enough. The time of the stoppage was
1:50 into the 5th round.
Opening bout of the night saw Mobile, Alabama light heavyweight Joseph
Smith (5-2-1) put a quick end to his rematch with "Smilin'" Martin
Verdin (14-13-1) with a 3rd round KO victory. A big overhand right
put Verdin down for the count.
Anthony Peterson 135.7 vs Jose Antonio Izquierdo N/A
Will McIntyre 182.2 vs Matt Charleston 187.3
Gary Bergeron 141 vs Curtis Smith 139.1
Martin Verdin 175.5 vs Joe Smith 171.5
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Ranked #1 in the world by the WBO, Anthony (25-0, 18KO's) returns to the gulf coast for the third time a day shy of exactly one year since his last appearance. Recently voted ESPN's 2007 Prospect of the Year, Lamont (23-0, 11KO's), ranked #3 in the world by the WBO returns for a fourth time. Both brothers were featured on ESPN Friday night fights, when Anthony scored a fourth round annihilation over the rugged Juan Garza that earned him his championship belt, while older brother Lamont earned his junior welterweight strap by forcing Frankie Santos to retire on his stool rather than coming out for the seventh round.
While many fighters hope for a big fight or a shot at a world title in '08, the Peterson brothers, who plan to waste no time getting back into the ring, refuse to rest on their laurels of yesteryear.
Anthony will face Mexico's Guadalupe Rosales (25-2, 15KO's) while Lamont goes up against undefeated Las Vegas resident, Antonio Mesquita (34-0, 26KO's). Whomever the Peterson brothers fight will simply be stepping stones on their way to the world championship stage. “Every fight right now for us is a stepping stone,” said Lamont. “Even though we don't look past our opponents, we hope whoever we fight will pose a threat to us so we can prove that we're up for the test when we get our world title shot.”
Younger brother Anthony added, “There is nothing that our opponents can bring to the table that we haven't seen already. We will be ready on the 4th, and hopefully we can get some work in to prepare ourselves for a world title shot. The fans in Biloxi have shown us tremendous support and we look forward to giving them more of the same.”
The game plan for '08 is a simple one for the Peterson brothers, and one that they've had since earning National Championships in their days as amateurs. “We're just waiting to become world champions,” said Lamont. “Keep your eyes on the Peterson brothers, because '08 is going to be our year!”
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