Laurel, MD's Ikem "The Warrior" Orji lost an eight-round unanimous decision to "Lightning" Rod Salka tonight at the Heinz Field VIP Tent in Pittsburgh, PA.
According to MaxBoxing.com's Alec Kohut, Orji fought well throughout the bout and never was in trouble, but the movement of Salka proved to be the difference in the bout as Orji was never able to get his power shots off. Salka won by scores of 77-75 (twice) and 80-72.
Orji is now 6-3, two KO's. Salka remains undefeated at 12-0, three KO's.
Wednesday, June 30, 2010
Orji Weighs 134 1/2 for Pittsburgh Battle at Heinz Field!
Laurel, MD's Ikem "The Warrior" Orji weighed in at 134 1/2 pounds for his eight-round main event bout against undefeated "Lightning" Rod Salka tonight at the Heinz Field VIP Tent in Pittsburgh, PA. Salka came in at 136 1/2.
Tuesday, June 29, 2010
This Just In: Holland Going Nowhere, A VA Source Says!
Moments ago, BATB spoke to a source within the Virginia Department of Licensing and Regulations, the body that governs Boxing and Wrestling as well as Mixed Martial Arts in the Commonwealth.
The source, who spoke on condition of anonymity, said that there are no, repeat, NO plans to replace David Holland as chair of the commission.
"There are a couple of people who would like to see Holland go," says the source. "He's had difficulties with promoters in the past, but there are no plans to replace him. He's not going anywhere."
The source, who spoke on condition of anonymity, said that there are no, repeat, NO plans to replace David Holland as chair of the commission.
"There are a couple of people who would like to see Holland go," says the source. "He's had difficulties with promoters in the past, but there are no plans to replace him. He's not going anywhere."
Monday, June 28, 2010
Corley Replaces Coleman on Patriot Center Card; Wilson Gains Opponent!
Former WBO Junior Welterweight champion DeMarcus "Chop Chop" Corley will replace USBA Junior Welterweight champ Tim "Pit Bull" Coleman on the ICE Promotions card on Saturday, July 10 at the George Mason University Patriot Center in Fairfax. VA. Corley will now face Damian Fuller in the co-feature bout.
Coleman suffered a laceration on his head last week in training and had to pull out of the bout. The bout is a bit of good fortune for Corley, who had an ESPN2 bout slated for July 2 drop out on him at the last minute. Corley was actually slated to face Fuller on the September 26 Patriot Center card, but Fuller had to withdraw from the contest because of injury. Corley defeated Harrison Cuello on that card.
Also, Undefeated Arlington, VA junior welterweight Todd "White Lightning" Wilson has an opponent for this card. Veteran Calvin "Pekoe" Faggins of Marshall, VA will face Wilson in the four-round encounter. Faggins (3-4-1, one KO) has not fought since being stopped in the second round by Mario Galan in the Cayman Islands in March of 2008.
Coleman suffered a laceration on his head last week in training and had to pull out of the bout. The bout is a bit of good fortune for Corley, who had an ESPN2 bout slated for July 2 drop out on him at the last minute. Corley was actually slated to face Fuller on the September 26 Patriot Center card, but Fuller had to withdraw from the contest because of injury. Corley defeated Harrison Cuello on that card.
Also, Undefeated Arlington, VA junior welterweight Todd "White Lightning" Wilson has an opponent for this card. Veteran Calvin "Pekoe" Faggins of Marshall, VA will face Wilson in the four-round encounter. Faggins (3-4-1, one KO) has not fought since being stopped in the second round by Mario Galan in the Cayman Islands in March of 2008.
Sunday, June 27, 2010
Post Profiles Jerry Odom Preparation For USA Nationals!
The Washington Post puts together a nice profile on DC light heavyweight Jerry Odom as he prepares for next month's USA Nationals in Colorado Springs, CO. Theresa Vargas tells us the story on how Odom progressed from street tough to boxing contender.
Here's the link:
"http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2010/06/26/AR2010062601951.html">
Here's the link:
"http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2010/06/26/AR2010062601951.html">
Saturday, June 26, 2010
Davis Stopped in Third in Ireland!
DC light heavyweight Demetrius Davis was stopped in the third round today against undefeated Luis Garcia at the Neptune Sports Arena in Cork, Ireland.
No word on the official time of the stoppage. Davis's record falls to 20-22-5, eight KO's while Garcia is now 8-0, six KO's.
No word on the official time of the stoppage. Davis's record falls to 20-22-5, eight KO's while Garcia is now 8-0, six KO's.
Farewell To 'Ballroom Boxing Report!'
As I write this, the final edition of the "Ballroom Boxing Report" is airing on ESPN 1300 in Baltimore. The show, hosted by Scott Wagner and Scotty Crouse, filled an important void for boxing fans in the local area for many years.
Although I always thought they could have done more conversation about the local boxing scene, the show was a great vehicle for boxing fans to discuss the important boxing issues of the day. When Wagner brought Crouse onto the show, he brought a human encyclopedia on board. Crouse is someone whose knowledge of the sport will take him very far in this business.
So thanks to Scott Wagner and Scotty Crouse for incredible work and boxing fans will truly miss you!
Although I always thought they could have done more conversation about the local boxing scene, the show was a great vehicle for boxing fans to discuss the important boxing issues of the day. When Wagner brought Crouse onto the show, he brought a human encyclopedia on board. Crouse is someone whose knowledge of the sport will take him very far in this business.
So thanks to Scott Wagner and Scotty Crouse for incredible work and boxing fans will truly miss you!
Friday, June 25, 2010
Russell Jr. Keeps Rolling; Scores Second-Round Knockout!
Capitol Heights, MD featherweight Gary Russell, Jr. remained undefeated with a second-round TKO over Rodrigo Aranda of Las Vegas last night at Club Nokia in Los Angeles, CA.
According to Fightnews.com's Francisco Salazar, Russell was on the attack from the beginning, landing hard left hands to the head. An overhand left dropped Aranda in the first round. Aranda bravely survived the round, but was dropped by two vicious body shots in the second round, prompting referee Pat Russell to stop the bout at 34 seconds.
The win is Russell's fifth straight knockout and sixth in his last seven bouts. Russell is now 10-0, seven KO's. Aranda falls to 8-13-2, two KO's and was stopped for the very first time in his pro career.
According to Fightnews.com's Francisco Salazar, Russell was on the attack from the beginning, landing hard left hands to the head. An overhand left dropped Aranda in the first round. Aranda bravely survived the round, but was dropped by two vicious body shots in the second round, prompting referee Pat Russell to stop the bout at 34 seconds.
The win is Russell's fifth straight knockout and sixth in his last seven bouts. Russell is now 10-0, seven KO's. Aranda falls to 8-13-2, two KO's and was stopped for the very first time in his pro career.
Thursday, June 24, 2010
Davis Continues World Travels; Competes in Ireland Saturday!
Fresh off his fourth-round TKO upset victory over Artur Hein in Germany on June 5, DC light heavyweight Demetrius Davis travels to another European country to battle against another undefeated boxer.
Davis (20-21-5, eight KO's) will be at the Neptune Sports Arena in Cork, Ireland on Saturday, June 26 for an eight-round bout against Cuban-born Cork resident Luis "El Leon" Garcia (7-0, five KO's).
In a press release that appeared on MaxBoxing.com, Davis detailed his confidence in this upcoming battle.
"I’m in great shape for this fight and really looking forward to coming back to Europe and getting another big win,” said Davis. “Since coming back from Germany I haven’t been out of the gym and I’ve been in training camp sparring the WBA Light Heavyweight Champion Bebit Shumenov for this fight.
"They say Garcia is the next big thing but I heard the same stuff about Art.hur Hein in Germany and I gave that boy a beating. I’ve ended fighters unbeaten records before and that’s what I plan on doing again in Ireland. I always look to put on a show and that’s exactly what I plan on giving the Irish fans. I ain’t travelling back and forth to Europe to clock up the air miles, I’m coming to win and to put myself in line for a title shot."
Garcia is coming off a fifth-round TKO over Nathan King on June 11 in Belfast, Northern Ireland.
Davis (20-21-5, eight KO's) will be at the Neptune Sports Arena in Cork, Ireland on Saturday, June 26 for an eight-round bout against Cuban-born Cork resident Luis "El Leon" Garcia (7-0, five KO's).
In a press release that appeared on MaxBoxing.com, Davis detailed his confidence in this upcoming battle.
"I’m in great shape for this fight and really looking forward to coming back to Europe and getting another big win,” said Davis. “Since coming back from Germany I haven’t been out of the gym and I’ve been in training camp sparring the WBA Light Heavyweight Champion Bebit Shumenov for this fight.
"They say Garcia is the next big thing but I heard the same stuff about Art.hur Hein in Germany and I gave that boy a beating. I’ve ended fighters unbeaten records before and that’s what I plan on doing again in Ireland. I always look to put on a show and that’s exactly what I plan on giving the Irish fans. I ain’t travelling back and forth to Europe to clock up the air miles, I’m coming to win and to put myself in line for a title shot."
Garcia is coming off a fifth-round TKO over Nathan King on June 11 in Belfast, Northern Ireland.
PG Gazette Recaps Tyler's Junior National Win; Breaks News on Ballard!
Terron Hampton of the Prince George's Gazette recaps the big win for Temple Hills, MD native Aujee Tyler at the Junior Nationals in Camp Lejeune, NC and also tells us that MD 165-pounder D'Mitrius Ballard , also of Temple Hills, will be heading to the USA Senior National Championships in Colorado Springs in July as an at-large selection.
Here's the link to Hampton's story:
"http://www.gazette.net/stories/06232010/prinspo81705_32581.php">
Here's the link to Hampton's story:
"http://www.gazette.net/stories/06232010/prinspo81705_32581.php">
Russell, Jr. Weighs 126 for LA Battle!
Both Gary Russell, Jr. and Rodrigo Aranda weighed 126 for their six-round contest tonight at Club Nokia in Los Angeles. The bout is scheduled to be on Fox Sports Net so if you have that on your cable system, you can watch it live. I don't know what time the show comes on, though.
Wednesday, June 23, 2010
McCalla Victory Christens Tenure With New Promotional Company!
It turns out that the recent victory for undefeated Randallstown, MD welterweight Cecil McCalla was a lot more than just a journey to Niagra Falls, NY. McCalla fought his first bout for the promotional company that just signed him -- Empire Sports and Entertainment of New York City.
Empire has a number of boxers under contract including former heavyweight champions Hasim Rahman and Shannon Briggs. Empire also announced today that legendary manager Shelly Finkel will be joining The Empire as its Chief Executive Officer beginning July 1.
Empire has a number of boxers under contract including former heavyweight champions Hasim Rahman and Shannon Briggs. Empire also announced today that legendary manager Shelly Finkel will be joining The Empire as its Chief Executive Officer beginning July 1.
Samuel Battles Bowman In Sovereign Bank Showdown July 31!
We recently learned that Forestville, MD welterweight Alantez Fox will make his pro debut on Saturday, July 31 at Sovereign Bank Stadium in York, PA.
Now comes word that another Beltway Boxer will be in the main event on that card. Baltimore, MD super featherweight Tyrell "Da Show Shock'A" Samuel will face undefeated hometown hero Carney "Beeper" Bowman.
Bowman's last bout was almost one year ago in Sovereign Bank Stadium when he stopped Delvin Placencia in the third round. Samuel is coming off a six-round majority draw against Ron Boyd on May 28 in Norfolk, VA.
Samuel is 14-4-1, six KO's while Bowman is 14-0, six KO's. No word yet on how many rounds this is scheduled to go.
Now comes word that another Beltway Boxer will be in the main event on that card. Baltimore, MD super featherweight Tyrell "Da Show Shock'A" Samuel will face undefeated hometown hero Carney "Beeper" Bowman.
Bowman's last bout was almost one year ago in Sovereign Bank Stadium when he stopped Delvin Placencia in the third round. Samuel is coming off a six-round majority draw against Ron Boyd on May 28 in Norfolk, VA.
Samuel is 14-4-1, six KO's while Bowman is 14-0, six KO's. No word yet on how many rounds this is scheduled to go.
Gary Russell, Jr. Featured 'On The Grind!'
Undefeated Capitol Heights, MD featherweight Gary Russell, Jr. is the subject of a nice feature by Sam Rosenberg on the website "On The Grind" in advance of his bout tomorrow at Club Nokia in Los Angeles.
The bout is scheduled to be shown on Fox Sports Net but may be a delayed broadcast in some areas (including ours). Russell, Jr. (9-0, six KO's) is slated to be in a six-round contest against Rodrigo Aranda of Las Vegas (8-12-2, two KO's).
Here is the link to the article: "http://www.onthegrindboxing.com/home/2010/6/22/call-gary-russell-jr-mister.html">
The bout is scheduled to be shown on Fox Sports Net but may be a delayed broadcast in some areas (including ours). Russell, Jr. (9-0, six KO's) is slated to be in a six-round contest against Rodrigo Aranda of Las Vegas (8-12-2, two KO's).
Here is the link to the article: "http://www.onthegrindboxing.com/home/2010/6/22/call-gary-russell-jr-mister.html">
Monday, June 21, 2010
Alantez Fox Signs With TKO Promotions!
Forestville, MD welterweight Alantez Fox has decided to turn pro and has signed with TKO Boxing Promotions. Fox has also hired noted manager Cameron Dunkin to help guide his career.
The 18-year-old Fox had an exceptional amateur career that was capped off by winning the Under-19 National Championships this past February in Cincinnati, OH. There is a local tie to this promotional signing. TKO has put on a number of cards here in the Beltway area, mostly in conjunction with Ballroom Boxing. TKO's CEO is Chris Middendorf, who has been one of the best matchmakers ever in the Beltway area and beyond.
“Living in Maryland, I have been looking to establish a base in the DC/Maryland area to showcase our “HOMETOWN HEROES TO WORLD CHAMPIONS” program," said Middendorf in a press release. "We have done several shows in the area and each fall do a boxing fundraising show for the Jonathan Ogden Foundation in Baltimore. So it is with great excitement that we announce the signing of Alantez Fox. He is a 6'4 welterweight with terrific skills and at 18 years old, he is still growing! He will make his pro debut for us on July 31st at the Sovereign Bank Stadium in nearby York, PA.”
The 18-year-old Fox had an exceptional amateur career that was capped off by winning the Under-19 National Championships this past February in Cincinnati, OH. There is a local tie to this promotional signing. TKO has put on a number of cards here in the Beltway area, mostly in conjunction with Ballroom Boxing. TKO's CEO is Chris Middendorf, who has been one of the best matchmakers ever in the Beltway area and beyond.
“Living in Maryland, I have been looking to establish a base in the DC/Maryland area to showcase our “HOMETOWN HEROES TO WORLD CHAMPIONS” program," said Middendorf in a press release. "We have done several shows in the area and each fall do a boxing fundraising show for the Jonathan Ogden Foundation in Baltimore. So it is with great excitement that we announce the signing of Alantez Fox. He is a 6'4 welterweight with terrific skills and at 18 years old, he is still growing! He will make his pro debut for us on July 31st at the Sovereign Bank Stadium in nearby York, PA.”
Amateur Boxing Comes To Jessup June 24!
"Slick" Nick Kisner continues the family tradition of promoting boxing cards started by his grandfather Max on Thursday, June 24 with an amateur card at Max Blob Park, located on 8024 Max Blob Park Road in Jessup, MD.
Scheduled to appear on the card in the main event is Brady Sensibaugh, just back from his silver medal-winning performance at the Junior Olympic Nationals. Sensibaugh will take on Traveia Carpenter of Norfolk, VA. In the co-main event John Edgar will take on Bill Zalus in a Masters bout.
UPDATE: We've just learned that Hasim Rahman, Jr. has been added to this card and will take on Zakki Scott of DC.
For ticket information, call 410-993-1626.
Scheduled to appear on the card in the main event is Brady Sensibaugh, just back from his silver medal-winning performance at the Junior Olympic Nationals. Sensibaugh will take on Traveia Carpenter of Norfolk, VA. In the co-main event John Edgar will take on Bill Zalus in a Masters bout.
UPDATE: We've just learned that Hasim Rahman, Jr. has been added to this card and will take on Zakki Scott of DC.
For ticket information, call 410-993-1626.
Sunday, June 20, 2010
Snyder Loses Decision in Tacoma!
"The Berlin Bomber" Joshua Snyder of Berlin, MD lost a six-round unanimous decision to Walter "2 Guns" Wright of Seattle, WA at the Emerald Queen Casino in Tacoma, WA Saturday night.
The loss is Snyder's third straight,all by unanimous decision and all to quality competition (Wright, Matt Korobov and Walid Smichet). Snyder is now 8-6-1, three KO's. Wright, who fought for the first time in two years, is now 14-3, seven KO's.
The loss is Snyder's third straight,all by unanimous decision and all to quality competition (Wright, Matt Korobov and Walid Smichet). Snyder is now 8-6-1, three KO's. Wright, who fought for the first time in two years, is now 14-3, seven KO's.
Rahman Stops Miller; McCalla Remains Undefeated in Niagara Falls!
Former world heavyweight champion Hasim "The Rock" Rahman continued his comeback with a fourth-round TKO over Shannon Miller of Troy, NY last night at the Niagara Falls Conference Center in Niagara Falls, NY.
Rahman knocked down Miller once in every round before a right hand sent Miller stumbling into his own corner. Miller's camp stopped the contest at 1:37 of the fourth.
Rahman is now 47-7-2, 37 KO's. Miller is now 16-5, nine KO's.
On the undercard, Cecil McCalla remained undefeated with a six-round unanimous decision over veteran Ruben Galvan of Hammond, IN. McCalla scored a shutout (60-54) on all three judges's scorecards. McCalla is now 12-0, four KO's while Galvan is now 27-14-4, 10 KO's.
John "No Mercy" Mackey -- a native of DC who now lives in Montgomery, AL -- scored a big upset winning an eight-round majority decision over previously undefeated Donnie Orr of Phoenix, AZ. Mackey is now 12-5-2, five KO's while Orr falls to 15-1, six KO's.
Rahman knocked down Miller once in every round before a right hand sent Miller stumbling into his own corner. Miller's camp stopped the contest at 1:37 of the fourth.
Rahman is now 47-7-2, 37 KO's. Miller is now 16-5, nine KO's.
On the undercard, Cecil McCalla remained undefeated with a six-round unanimous decision over veteran Ruben Galvan of Hammond, IN. McCalla scored a shutout (60-54) on all three judges's scorecards. McCalla is now 12-0, four KO's while Galvan is now 27-14-4, 10 KO's.
John "No Mercy" Mackey -- a native of DC who now lives in Montgomery, AL -- scored a big upset winning an eight-round majority decision over previously undefeated Donnie Orr of Phoenix, AZ. Mackey is now 12-5-2, five KO's while Orr falls to 15-1, six KO's.
Saturday, June 19, 2010
Tucker Wins Unpopular Decision in Oakland!
The DiBella Entertainment debut may not have gone exactly the way that Mark "TNT" Tucker wanted it to go at the Oracle Arena in Oakland, CA. The main thing is that Tucker got the win -- an eight-round unanimous decision over Bakersfield, CA's Billy "Billy Goat" Bailey.
However, according to Robert Hough and Rocco Morales of Fightnews.com, the decision was very unpopular with the fans. Tucker won by scores of 78-74 and 77-75 (twice). Tucker captured the NABO Youth Light Heavyweight title in the process, his second regional title of his young career. Tucker is also the USBO Light Heavyweight champ. Tucker is now 14-0, seven KO's while Bailey falls to 10-8, four KO's.
However, according to Robert Hough and Rocco Morales of Fightnews.com, the decision was very unpopular with the fans. Tucker won by scores of 78-74 and 77-75 (twice). Tucker captured the NABO Youth Light Heavyweight title in the process, his second regional title of his young career. Tucker is also the USBO Light Heavyweight champ. Tucker is now 14-0, seven KO's while Bailey falls to 10-8, four KO's.
Nicholson Wins Rubber Match Over Moore at Hogate's!
Local 165-pounders Demond Nicholson of Cherry Lane Gym in Laurel, MD and Marquis Moore of Keystone Gym of Marlow Heights, MD met for the third time today at the Babie Girl Productions "Boxing Not Bullets" card at Hogate's On The Waterfront in Southwest, DC.
Each man had won a previous bout with Moore coming out victorious just one week ago at Club One Fitness in Millersville, MD. This time it was Nicholson winning on the strength of a solid jab throughout the contest. Moore landed a solid number of body shots but could not pull out the victory.
Also on the card, 151-pounder Michael Reed of Dream Team Boxing continued his winning ways, stopping Ray Milligan of Keystone in the second round. Reed is one of the six-member Potomac Valley contingent heading to the USA Nationals in Colorado Springs, CO in July.
In the 200+ pound bout on the card, Zakki Scott of Sugar Ray Leonard Gym stopped Abdullah Hicks of Old School Boxing Gym.
In other bouts on the card:
60 pounds: Stacey Silky (Langdon) defeated Mekell Lowrey (Kenilworth)
75 pounds: Jahovee Mack (Old School) defeated George Jones (Dunlap)
60 pounds: Salvador Escamilla (Langdon) defeated Donavan Eason (Alexandria Boxing Club)
90 pounds: De'Mario Corley (Kenilworth) defeated Martez Small (Dream Team)
152 pounds: Ronald Fung-Chung (Sugar Ray Leonard) RSC-3 Derrick White (Old School)
141 pounds: Davonn Boone (Keystone) defeated Terry Fung-Chung (Sugar Ray Leonard)
Cassandra White's Babie Girl Productions promoted the card. The matchmaker was Julius "Juice" Gatling. Babie Girl Productions is planning a black tie pro boxing card at Hogate's in September.
Each man had won a previous bout with Moore coming out victorious just one week ago at Club One Fitness in Millersville, MD. This time it was Nicholson winning on the strength of a solid jab throughout the contest. Moore landed a solid number of body shots but could not pull out the victory.
Also on the card, 151-pounder Michael Reed of Dream Team Boxing continued his winning ways, stopping Ray Milligan of Keystone in the second round. Reed is one of the six-member Potomac Valley contingent heading to the USA Nationals in Colorado Springs, CO in July.
In the 200+ pound bout on the card, Zakki Scott of Sugar Ray Leonard Gym stopped Abdullah Hicks of Old School Boxing Gym.
In other bouts on the card:
60 pounds: Stacey Silky (Langdon) defeated Mekell Lowrey (Kenilworth)
75 pounds: Jahovee Mack (Old School) defeated George Jones (Dunlap)
60 pounds: Salvador Escamilla (Langdon) defeated Donavan Eason (Alexandria Boxing Club)
90 pounds: De'Mario Corley (Kenilworth) defeated Martez Small (Dream Team)
152 pounds: Ronald Fung-Chung (Sugar Ray Leonard) RSC-3 Derrick White (Old School)
141 pounds: Davonn Boone (Keystone) defeated Terry Fung-Chung (Sugar Ray Leonard)
Cassandra White's Babie Girl Productions promoted the card. The matchmaker was Julius "Juice" Gatling. Babie Girl Productions is planning a black tie pro boxing card at Hogate's in September.
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