On Friday 10/8/10 at The Arena, a Danny Garcia (19-0, 13ko’s) left hook all but ended the career of one time world title contender Mike Arnoutis, scoring an explosive 4th round knockout in the Golden Boy Promotions main event. Read more…
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According to multiple sources, the Philly fighters had it rough this Saturday in Atlantic City. In a surprise, Teon Kennedy was held to a draw by journeyman Lante Addy in their 10 round super bantamweight bout. Victor Valenzuela pulled a minor upset by winning a unanimous decision over Anthony Flores. Flores is said to possibly have fractured a bone in his face after an early head butt that could require surgery. Garrett Wilson won a unanimous decision over Alfred Kinsey in a battle of bombers.
For a full story of the night, check Kurt Wolfheimer & Rick Sharmberg’s recap http://www.fightnews.com/?p=23735#more-23735
You can also read Ken Hissner’s take on the night’s action here http://doghouseboxing.com/Ken/Hissner092109.htm
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With swine flu, rain & The Kentucky Derby all in the air, the boxing fans of Philadelphia stayed true to their roots and came out in solid numbers for a sweaty night on North Broad Street as Peltz Boxing returned for Act III at Legendary Blue Horizon on May 1, 2009. This date has a bit of significance to it, not only because of the action in the ring but it also marks the half way point of a surprise partnership with the landmarks proprietors. After relinquishing my spot in press row for a night of talking to ticket paying fans, many are happy that consistent competitive match making has returned to the city’s most recognizable venue and they also seem to be impressed with the personalized service they get when making arrangements to come to the fights. After a wildly successful return to the building in February and a solid follow up with the Golden Gloves finals a month later, promoter J. Russell Peltz put together a card that I would like to call a “midterm” for the participants that are currently signed to fight exclusively under this promotional banner. I say that meaning all of the “house” fighters were clear but favorites but each “opponent” had their own special purpose to test the level of progress in the invested boxer. Inside of the ring, the night started off strong with solid action through the main event but faded down the stretch as the final run of bouts failed to produce many fireworks before the curtain closed for the evening. Read more…
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The streets of Philly were soggy on November 14th, but that didn’t stop the fight fans from once again packing into the New Alhambra for a J. Russell Peltz / Top Rank boxing collaboration which was carried live by the soon to be defunct Solo Boxeo series. The main event pitted two undefeated outsiders who traveled east for their big chance in a division where the well of opportunity is bone dry. The co-feature gave us a glimpse of a prospect on the rebound and the under card showcased the skills of quite a few young hopefuls from our area who are making their way through the local ranks. Some are still in the early stages of their career while others or on the cusp on making the leap to the next level. There were a lot of knockouts on a night where a new NABF super flyweight champion was crowned, a boxing barber quickly faded out a competitor and a young prospect inches his way closer to a world ranking. All this and more from the South Philly fight hall, scroll down to see how it all went down. Read more…
Dave Tiberi and his TNT Boxing were back in the first state, this time along side Hall of Fame Promoter J. Russell Peltz who was on board as matchmaker for a competitive 7 fight card at the new Hockessin PAL Center. The main event figure to be a barn burner and lived up to it’s promise as Andre Hemphill and DE Native Richard Stewart went toe to toe in this battle of tough guys. In the co-feature, many were expecting an easy night for Wildwood’s Chuckie Mussachio but Maryland’s Willis Lockett had other ideas as these two squared up for an 8 round Light Heavyweight fight. Super Bantamweight Teon Kennedy had a measuring stick fight against Robert De Luz who is best known in this town for losing to Teon’s closest competitor Eric “Outlaw” Hunter a few months back. “Flawless” Anthony Flores, Pedro Martinez and others were also on the bill in supporting roles as Delaware continues to build a name for itself as first class fight town. Scroll down to find out what happened.
Andre Hemphill….vs….Richard Stewart
Philly………………Delaware
The sands in the hour glass of Richard Stewarts career seem to be running out as he was knocked out in the 3rd round of his scheduled 8 rounder against Andre Hemphill in front of his hometown fans. Not that it was a one sided blow out though. Stewart was able to score a knockdown of his own last in the first to solidify a close opening frame. Hemphill beat the count and went on to engage with Stewart through round 2. In the 3rd, a hard right sent Stewart crashing to the canvas. Stewart beat the count but Hemphill jumped right on him and finished the job moments later with a vicious left- right combo which sent Stewart sprawling. No 10 count was needed as referee
Winner by TKO Andre Hemphill
Chuckie Mussachio….vs….Willis Lockett
Wildwood, NJ……………Maryland
This light heavyweight match up has a common theme throughout. Mussachio circled the ring, jabbed and throw a straight right for the most part while Lockett who was the smaller fighter, consistently tried to force his way inside.
Not a whole lot of action in this one, no one was seriously hurt or in danger. It went to the cards which read 79-73 in favor of Mussachio but was over ruled by two other judges who saw it at 76-76 for the majority draw.
Teon Kennedy….vs….Robert De Luz
Philly…………….Michigan
Teon Kennedy used this opportunity to show why he feels he is the best of the lower weights in town. Over 6 one sided rounds he fought smart and threw a lot of combinations to the head and body of his foe. De Luz was willing to fight but never really got close to touching Kennedy. This one went to the cards which read 60 – 54 x2 7 59 – 55 in favor of Teon Kennedy who inches his way closer to a USBA title shot.
Anthony Flores….vs…Jason Rorie
Philly……………..North Carolina
For three rounds, “Flawless” Anthony Flores boxed circles around the wild Rorie who came is with his head down and arms swinging. Rorie stepped it up a notch in rounds 4 & 5 to no avail as Flores had answers for everything he threw. In the 6th Rorie went for broke but gassed out bad a minute into the round which allowed Flores to Tee off until the referee jumped in to stop it.
Winner by 6th round TKO Anthony Flores
Pedro Martinez…vs…Otgonbayer Daivii
Philly…………….Virginia
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