New York (June, 27 2012) – Mike Tyson and Spike Lee have the hottest ticket on Broadway. After announcing last week Lee will direct Tyson in his upcoming one-man show, “Mike Tyson: Undisputed Truth,” fan response was immediate. To accommodate the demand for tickets, lead producer James L. Nederlander has announced that the show will extend its run with six additional shows. … [Read more...] about SPIKE LEE, “MIKE TYSON” ANNOUNCE SIX ADDITIONAL PERFORMANCES ON BROADWAY
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Boxing Legend Chris Eubank Discusses Fight Career
By Samuel Lee English Great Chris Eubank discusses his fight career with me during a phone conversation. The Brighton Braggart, who posed to 'Simply The Best' by Tina Turner and acted like pure steel in the ring, opens up to me in candid discussion. … [Read more...] about Boxing Legend Chris Eubank Discusses Fight Career
ESPN Films to Premiere 26 Years: The Dewey Bozella Story March 15 on ESPN
Dewey Bozella’s life changed forever when he was sentenced to 20 years to life in prison for a murder he did not commit. Throughout his 26 years behind bars, Bozella found strength and purpose through boxing, becoming the light heavyweight champion of Sing Sing Prison, and made it a goal to be proven innocent and box professionally once he was released. ESPN Films chronicles … [Read more...] about ESPN Films to Premiere 26 Years: The Dewey Bozella Story March 15 on ESPN
“Gail Grandchamp? Never heard of her…”
In the footsteps of sports greats who toppled barriers, such as Jackie Robinson, Billie Jean King, and “Rudy”, Gail Grandchamp’s story…her voice…must be heard. The true history must be told. … [Read more...] about “Gail Grandchamp? Never heard of her…”
Giardello Statue Unveiling Part 3 of 3: Dedication Ceremony from South Philadelphia
By Gary Purfield This Saturday May 21, 2011 at 1:00pm a statue of great Philadelphia Middleweight Joey Giardello was unveiled at S 13th St and Mifflin St and E Passyunk Avenue in South Philadelphia. The statue honors the former middleweight champ as well as many other past Philly fighters. … [Read more...] about Giardello Statue Unveiling Part 3 of 3: Dedication Ceremony from South Philadelphia
Part 2 of 3 Giardello vs. Hurricane Carter Statue to be Dedicated to Philly Middleweight Champ Joey Giardello
By Gary Purfield This coming Saturday May 21, 2011 at 1:00pm a statue of great Philadelphia Middleweight Joey Giardello will be unveiled at S 13th St and Mifflin St and E Passyunk Avenue in South Philadelphia. The statue honors the former middleweight champ as well as many other past Philly fighters. … [Read more...] about Part 2 of 3 Giardello vs. Hurricane Carter Statue to be Dedicated to Philly Middleweight Champ Joey Giardello
Statue to be Dedicated to Philly Middleweight Champ Joey Giardello
By Gary Purfield This coming Saturday May 21, 2011 at 1:00pm a statue of great Philadelphia Middleweight Joey Giardello will be unveiled at S 13th St and Mifflin St and E Passyunk Avenue in South Philadelphia. The statue honors the former middleweight champ as well as many other past Philly fighters. … [Read more...] about Statue to be Dedicated to Philly Middleweight Champ Joey Giardello
A Look Back: Ricardo “El Finito” Lopez
By Gary Purfield In this column I will be taking a look back at a retired fighter to examine his career or reviewing a great fight (or series of fights) in an effort to further mine and hopefully the reader’s knowledge of a sport that is so rich in history. Like baseball boxing is defined as much if not more by what came in the past than what is current or in the future. … [Read more...] about A Look Back: Ricardo “El Finito” Lopez
2011 B.O.M.B “Brilliance Of Mayweather Boxing” Video Trailer
Hate him or love him, there is no denying that Floyd "Money" Mayweather is one of the most talented and gifted boxers of this generation. When you think of the best boxers today it easily boils down to two boxers, Floyd Mayweather Jr. and Manny Pacquiao. … [Read more...] about 2011 B.O.M.B “Brilliance Of Mayweather Boxing” Video Trailer
Manny Pacquiao: Exclusive two-part documentary from BBC World Service
23rd November: London. In this exclusive two-part documentary for BBC World Service, presenter Mike Costello travels to the Philippines to meet boxing legend, eight times world champion, politician and national hero, Manny Pacquiao. Costello catches up with Manny at the gym ahead of his recent fight with Antonio Margarito, meeting with his old friends and trainers, as well as … [Read more...] about Manny Pacquiao: Exclusive two-part documentary from BBC World Service
(VIDEO) Manny Pacquiao on “60 Minutes”
The Manny Pacquiao "60 Minutes" profile segment by Bob Simon already aired and boxing fans who missed the interview can now watch the video online. Manny Pacquiao's star just keeps growing, he is one of the only boxers in recent years to be covered by a highly respected TV news show like "60 Minutes" and in a positive light. It was not only good exposure for Manny Pacquiao … [Read more...] about (VIDEO) Manny Pacquiao on “60 Minutes”
A Champion in and Out of the Ring “The Ghost” Hits New Jersey
By Coach “K” (SBB) (October 30) Robert Joseph Guerrero born March 27, 1983 in Gilroy, California is a southpaw boxer with a serious punch in both hands. Robert joining the long line of Guerrero fighters joining his grandfather (boxed professionally in Texas), his father Ruben Sr. (a two-time Golden Gloves Champion) and his uncles into the fight game where he was joined by … [Read more...] about A Champion in and Out of the Ring “The Ghost” Hits New Jersey
Maureen Shea – Fighting for a Cause
By Mark F. Villanueva As if there is such a thing as a time out from Boxing, I just got back from an inter-island tour that spanned close to two weeks and realized that no matter where you find yourself in nothing beats the feeling of finally going back to whence you come from. And if you haven’t come home for a long time, standing on the streets of your own hometown you … [Read more...] about Maureen Shea – Fighting for a Cause
(Video) Showtime FIGHT CAMP 360° EPISODE 6 “Andre Ward Vs. Allan Green”
The in depth real time based documentary that chronicles the Showtime 'Super Six Super Middleweight World Boxing Classic', is back with Episode 6, with a short preview of the the upcoming June 19 fight between Andre Ward and new face Allan Green who replaced Jermain Taylor in the tournament. The episode starts off with the usual board room banter between Showtime Sports … [Read more...] about (Video) Showtime FIGHT CAMP 360° EPISODE 6 “Andre Ward Vs. Allan Green”
Watch ABC Nightline video special on Manny Pacquiao “From Champ to Congressman”
On May 11, 2010, ABC's Nightline news show followed Manny "Pacman" Pacquiao for a typical day in the Filipino boxer's life. Manny Pacquiao is probably the most well known active boxer in the world, along with Floyd Mayweather Jr., but Pacquiao is much more important and beloved in his country of the Philippines than Floyd Mayweather Jr. is in the United States. ABC … [Read more...] about Watch ABC Nightline video special on Manny Pacquiao “From Champ to Congressman”