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BRYANT JENNINGS vs. LUIS ORTIZ FINAL PRESS CONFERENCE QUOTES AND PHOTOS

Press Release For Immediate Release

LIVE FROM TURNING STONE RESORT CASINO IN VERONA, NEW YORK AND BROADCAST ON HBO BOXING AFTER DARK® AND HBO LATINO® BOXING ON SATURDAY, DECEMBER 19

Photo Credit: Ed Mulholland/HBO

VERONA, NEW YORK (Dec. 17) – Fighters featured on the December 19 HBO Boxing After Dark and HBO Latino shows shared their final thoughts ahead of Saturdays fights at the final press conference today at Turning Stone Resort Casino in Verona, New York. Former heavyweight world title contender Bryant “By – By” Jennings (19-1, 10 KOs) of Philadelphia was joined at the final press conference by his opponent Cuban heavyweight Luis “The Real King Kong” Ortiz (23-0, 20 KOs), who will clash in the main event on the HBO Boxing After Dark telecast on Saturday for the WBA Interim Heavyweight World Title.

Jennings and Ortiz were joined by co-main event fighters former WBA Featherweight and Super Featherweight World Champion Nicholas “Axe Man” Walters (26-0, 21 KOs and Jason Sosa (18-1-3, 14 KOs) who will battle Saturday in a 10-round super featherweight fight.

Also at today’s press conference were HBO Latino Boxing main event fighters Yuneski Gonzalez (16-1, 12 KOs) and Vyacheslav “Lion Heart – Chigonsky” Shabranskyy (14-0, 12 KOs) who will fight a 10-round light heavyweight bout; HBO Latino Boxing co-main event fighters “King” Gabriel Rosado (21-9, 13 KOs) and former IBF Welterweight World Champion Joshua “Grand Master” Clottey (39-5, 22 KOs) who will battle in a 10-round middleweight bout; and former WBA and IBF Featherweight World Champion Yuriorkis Gamboa (24-1, 17 KOs) and opponent Hylon Williams Jr. (16-1-1, 3 KOs) who will open up the HBO Latino Boxing broadcast in a 10-round lightweight bout.

Below is what the fighters and their teams had to say at today’s final press conference at Turning Stone Resort Casino:

BRYANT “BY-BY” JENNINGS, Former Heavyweight World Title Contender:

“Thank everyone for this fight and making this event happen. Preparation went as planned. I moved to Florida and had a great camp; it was a great environment. There will be no surprises on Saturday.”

LUIS “THE REAL KING KONG” Ortiz, WBA Interim Heavyweight World Champion:

“I have worked very hard to be here, and I will not waste this opportunity. We will see on Saturday who is the best.

“I am a man of few words and will let my hands to the talking.”

ERIC GOMEZ, Senior Vice President at Golden Boy Promotions:

“To make the best fights you need to have great partners getting together that will make fair deals.

“These fighters are hungry and ready to brawl on Saturday. Bryant Jennings had a great performance at Madison Square Garden recently. Luis Ortiz is just as hungry. I want to thank Gary Shaw, HBO, Mario Serrano and everyone that has been part of this promotion. It has truly been a pleasure.”

BERNARD HOPKINS, Business Partner at Golden Boy Promotions and Future Hall of Famer:

“2015 is the best year I will remember as a promoter. We’ve had excellent fights, competitive match ups this year. This is what boxing needs at this moment, and Golden Boy Promotions has been instrumental in helping deliver these entertaining fights to the fans. Jennings vs. Ortiz will be yet another one of those entertaining, high-action fights the fans want to see.”

MARIO SERRANO, Public Relations Director for Gary Shaw Productions:

“I want to thank HBO, Gary Shaw Productions, Golden Boy Promotions and the WBA. With the WBA Interim title on the line, we at GSP believe Bryant Jennings will be victorious. He has a new coach in John David Jackson and they are working harmoniously together.”

JOHN DAVID JACKSON, Trainer for Bryant Jennings:

“Thank you to Turning Stone Resort casino for hosting this event and to Gary Shaw Productions for making this event happen.

“Thank you to team Jennings, and to Bryant for being part of this team. Saturday, you’ll see. We will prove that we are the best.

“Bryant has worked hard this is what he wants and what he desires. He will be the heavyweight world champion of the world.

HERMAN CAICEDO, Trainer for Luis “The Real King Kong” Ortiz:

“Camp has been going well. We have been in camp for than more than a year. Luis lives in the gym – he doesn’t take a day off.”

“We have prepared well for this fight, and he has been doing his due diligence. I will not be surprised when he wins.”

“Luis has a lot of reasons to win and persevere. Saturday night, we will have the victory; it’s coming.”

LEE SAMUELS, Director of Public Relations at Top Rank:

“Thank you to HBO for all that they do for boxing. Thank you to Golden Boy Promotions- everyone there is a great person and we have a wonderful relationship.

“This is a big year for Top Rank. Bob Aram is celebrating his 50th year in boxing- Muhammad Ali, Marvin Hagler, Sugar Ray Leonard, Tommy Herns, Roberto Duran, Oscar De La Hoya, Manny Pacquiao, George Forman, and now here we are at Turning Stone Resort Casino for this very meaningful fight for us with Walters vs. Sosa.

“It will be a tough battle with two tough stars and big stakes for the winner.

“Nicholas is very powerful and had a great amateur career. This is his first time at 130 pounds, so we are not sure what we will see on Saturday night with him.”

NICHOLAS “AXEMAN” WALTERS, Undefeated Former World Boxing Association (WBA) Featherweight World Champion:

“As they say, 130 lbs. is his territory. I am willing to fight at whatever weight. I had an excellent training camp in Panama.

“We are going to be OK. I hope he is ready because we are going to put on a good fight. Thanks to HBO and all the promoters. I want to make a big statement for 2016-we are ready.”

JASON “EL CANITO” SOSA, Junior Lightweight Contender:

“Thank you to God; thanks to HBO for believing in me; thanks to Top Rank, Russell Peltz, and Golden Boy Promotions. Training camp has been great, and my game plan is excellent. I’m ready to give the fans what they want.

“Walters is coming in to my territory at 130 lbs. There is a big difference in this weight division compared to what he is used to. He will find out really quick what I am really all about.”

JOE DEGUARDIA, President of Star Boxing:

“It is great to be here at Turning Stone Resort Casino and is a pleasure to work with Golden Boy Promotions, looking to go great things together. Thank you to HBO as well. This will be a spectacular show.

“Yuniesky Gonzalez came up from Cuba, Mexico, and Florida to try and find a manager. He is an accomplished fighter, and I have tremendous high hopes for him. This will be a big fight between two warriors, and he is not going to disappoint.”

Yuniesky Gonzalez, Light Heavyweight Contender:

“Thank you to God for giving me this moment. Thank you to my promoters, Star Boxing and Golden Boy Promotions and HBO for everything.

“I feel good. I have the reality of Shabranskyy, but I feel very good. He is a good fighter, but I have come a long way and I am going to make a statement.”

Vyacheslav Shabranskyy, Undefeated Light Heavyweight Contender:

“Thank you. I am ready and it will be a great fight. I am ready to go.”

JOSHUA “GRAND MASTER” CLOTTEY, Former IBF Welterweight World Champion:

“Thanks to HBO for everything they have done for me. I wouldn’t be where I am in my career without them. I am ready for this opportunity.”

YURIORKIS GAMBOA, Former WBA and IBF Featherweight champion:

“Thank you to God and thanks to HBO for trusting me. That is what I am here for, to give an exciting night. Thanks to SMS Promotions for having me here and to continue my promotional deals.

“Thanks to HBO for the opportunity, and we look forward to working with you in the future.”

HYLON “Kid Cosmo” WILLIAMS JR., Lightweight Contender:

“This going to be a great show on Saturday. I am glad to be here. I’ve come to do what I’ve come to do. Thanks to SMS Promotions for having me and for supporting me.”

Tickets for the Dec. 19 HBO Boxing After Dark and HBO Latino Boxing event start at $25, $35 and $60 for ringside seats plus applicable fees and are available at the Turning Stone Resort Box Office by calling 315-361-7469 or online at Ticketmaster (www.ticketmaster.com).

Jennings vs. Ortiz is a 12-round heavyweight bout fight for the WBA Interim Heavyweight Title presented by Golden Boy Promotions in association with Gary Shaw Productions and is sponsored by Corona, Mexico – Live It to Belive It! and Carmelita Chorizo. Walters vs. Sosa is a 10-round junior lightweight bout presented by Top Rank in association with Peltz Boxing Promotions and Warriors Boxing Promotions. Doors open at 6:00 p.m. ET and first fight begins at 6:05 p.m. ET, and the HBO Boxing After Dark telecast begins live at 10:15 p.m. ET/PT.

Gonzalez vs. Shabranskyy, is a 10-round light heavyweight bout presented by Golden Boy Promotions in association with Star Boxing. The HBO Latino Boxing telecast begins at 12:15 a.m. ET/PT (tape delay).

Host of the event, the Oneida Nation’s Turning Stone Resort Casino continues to distinguish itself as a premier destination for blockbuster boxing matches. The December 19 fight will mark Turning Stone Resort Casino’s 16th nationally-televised boxing event in three years, cementing the resort as a mecca for knockout televised fights. Located in Upstate New York, the destination resort offers world-class entertainment and gaming, award-winning accommodations, a diverse mix of restaurants, two luxury spas and several nightlife options.

MARIO BARRIOS SCORES SPECTACULAR KNOCKOUT

SAN ANTONIO, TX (December 12, 2015) Rising star and super-featherweight sensation, Mario Barrios (14-0, 8 KOs), remained undefeated with a spectacular sixth round knockout over Manuel Vides (18-5, 11 KOs). The bout, which was televised as part of the PBC on NBCSN took place at the AT&T Center in his hometown of San Antonio, Texas.

From the opening round, Barrios established his presence in the ring as he landed numerous power shots, mostly to the body and head. A powerful right uppercut followed by a monstrous left hook sent Vides crashing to the canvas head first, ending the bout at the 2:29 mark of round six.

“I felt strong going into the ring tonight,” said Mario Barrios. “We had a great training camp and I got a lot of good sparring to get me prepared for this fight. I got into a good rhythm early and kept my foot on the pedal. I had him hurt early but he was a very tough opponent and pushed me to the later rounds. By coach Bob Santos told me to start throwing more uppercuts and that’s when I landed that big shot in the sixth round. I followed the right uppercut with a left hook and got him out of there.”

With the win, Barrios, who’s been on fast track, recorded his seventh victory of 2015. He’s very pleased to be staying active as he ascends to the top of the super-featherweight division.”

“I want to thank PBC and NBC for this opportunity.” Barrios continued. “To be part of the PBC series is a dream come true. My goal is to continue winning and become a PBC superstar. I also want to thank my team for all their hard work. I’m very happy with my performance and I couldn’t have done it without them. I’m looking forward to another busy year in 2016.”

US Olympic Boxing Trials Finals

Sunday, December 13 – 12 p.m.

108 lbs:Nico Hernandez, Withita, Kansas, dec. Leroy Davila, Princeton, N.J., 2-1

114 lbs: Antonio Vargas, Kissimmee, Fla., dec. Brent Venegas, Sacramento, Calif., 2-1

141 lbs: Gary Russell, Capitol Heights, Md., dec. Jaron Ennis, Philadelphia, Penn., 3-0

152 lbs: Paul Kroll, Philadelphia, Penn., dec. Ardreal Holmes, Flint, Mich., 3-0

Saturday, December 12 – 7 p.m.

108 lbs: Leroy Davila, Princeton, N.J., dec. Nico Hernandez, Withita, Kansas, 3-0

114 lbs: Antonio Vargas, Kissimmee, Fla., dec. Brent Venegas, Sacramento, Calif., 3-0

123 lbs: Shakur Stevenson, Newark, N.J., dec. Ruben Villa, Salinas, Calif., 3-0

132 lbs: Teofimo Lopez, Davie, Fla., dec. Maliek Montgomery, Macon, Ga., 2-1

141 lbs: Gary Russell, Capitol Heights, Md., dec. Jaron Ennis, Philadelphia, Penn., 3-0

152 lbs: Paul Kroll, Philadelphia, Penn., dec. Ardreal Holmes, Flint, Mich., 3-0

165 lbs: Charles Conwell, Cleveland Heights, Leshawn Rodriquez, Medford, N.Y., 3-0

178 lbs: Jonathan Esquivel, Anaheim, Calif., dec. Elvis Figueroa, New Haven, Conn., 3-0

201 lbs: Cam F. Awesome, Lenexa, Kansas, dec. DaRae Crane, Colorado Springs, Colo., 3-0

201+ lbs: Marlo Moore, Hayward, Calif., dec. Brandon Lynch, Albany, N.Y., 3-0

US Olympic Boxing Trials -Thursday/Friday Results

Friday, December 11 – 7 p.m.

108 lbs/challengers bracket: Leroy Davila, Princeton, N.J., dec. Pablo Ramirez, Westlaco, Texas, 2-1

114 lbs/challengers bracket: Antonio Vargas, Kissimmee, Fla., won on TKO over Christian Carto, Deptford, N.J., TKO-2

123 lbs/challengers bracket: Ruben Villa, Salinas, Calif., dec. Efren Lopez, Fresno, Calif., 3-0

132 lbs/challengers bracket: Maliek Montgomery, Macon, Ga., dec. Bruce Carrington, Brooklyn, N.Y., 3-0

141 lbs/challengers bracket: Gary Russell, Capitol Heights, Md., dec. Rahim Gonzales, Sylmar, Calif., 3-0

152 lbs/challengers bracket: Paul Kroll, Philadelphia, Penn., dec. Brian Ceballo, Brooklyn, N.Y., 2-1

165 lbs/challengers bracket: Leshawn Rodriquez, Medford, N.Y., dec. Chordale Booker, Brooklyn, N.Y., 2-1

178 lbs/challengers bracket: Elvis Figueroa, New Haven, Conn., dec. Joseph George, Houston, Texas, 3-0

201 lbs/challengers bracket: DeRae Crane, Colorado Springs, Colo., dec. Joshua Temple, St. Louis, Mo., 2-1

201+ lbs/challengers bracket: Brandon Lynch, Albany, N.Y., won on medical disqualification over Darmani Rock, Philadelphia, Penn., W/O

Thursday, December 10 – 7 p.m.

108 lbs/challengers bracket: Pablo Ramirez, Westlaco, Texas, dec. Nicholas Scaturchio, Hartsdale, N.Y., 3-0

114 lbs/challengers bracket: Christian Carto, Deptford, N.J., dec. Eros Correa, San Jose, Calif., 2-1

123 lbs/challengers bracket: Ruben Villa, Salinas, Calif., dec. Francisco Martinez, Dallas, Texas, 3-0

132 lbs/challengers bracket: Bruce Carrington, Brooklyn, N.Y., dec. Elijah Pierce, Oklahoma, Okla., 2-1

141 lbs/challengers bracket: Gary Russell, Capitol Heights, Md., dec. Jamaine Ortiz-Rodriguez, Worchester, Mass., 3-0

152 lbs/challengers bracket: Paul Kroll, Philadelphia, Penn., dec. Ferdinand Kerobyan, N. Hollywood, Calif., 2-1

165 lbs/challengers bracket: Leshawn Rodriguez, Medford, N.J., dec. Anthony Campbell, Covington, Tenn., 2-1

178 lbs/challengers bracket: Joseph George, Houston, Texas, dec. Miguel Teo, Framingham, Mass., 3-0
201 lbs/challengers bracket: Joshua Temple, St. Louis, Mo., dec. Brandon Glanton, Atlanta, Ga., 2-1
201+ lbs/challengers bracket: Brandon Lynch, Albany, N.Y., dec. Alante Green, Cleveland, Ohio, 3-0

Rances Barthelemy Gives Training Camp Update

RANCES BARTHELEMY GIVES TRAINING CAMP UPDATE BEFORE
WORLD TITLE SHOWDOWN AGAINST DENIS SHAFIKOV THAT HEADLINES
PREMIER BOXING CHAMPIONS ON SPIKE FRIDAY, DECEMBER 18 FROM THE PEARL AT PALMS CASINO RESORT

LAS VEGAS (December 9, 2015) Undefeated Cuban Rances “Kid Blast” Barthelemy (23-0, 13 KOs) will look to win a world title in a second weight division when he headlines Premier Boxing Champions (PBC) on Spike against Russia’s Denis Shafikov (36-1-1, 19 KOs) on Friday, December 18 from the Pearl at Palms Casino Resort in Las Vegas.

PBC on Spike coverage begins at 9 p.m. ET/PT and features Detroit’s Isiah Thomas (15-0, 6 KOs) and Russia’s Murat “Iron” Gassiev (22-0, 16 KOs) in a 12-round cruiserweight bout, plus undefeated junior middleweight Chris “Young King” Pearson (13-0, 10 KOs) and rising unbeaten prospect Gervonta “Tank” Davis (13-0, 12 KOs) in separate attractions.

Tickets for the live event, which is promoted by Mayweather Promotions in association with Warriors Boxing, are priced at $100.50, and $25.50 plus applicable fees, and are on sale now. Tickets may be purchased at http://www.ticketmaster.com or by calling the Pearl Box Office at 702-994-3200.

As Barthelemy and his team put the finishing touches on their Las Vegas training camp, see what the exciting Cuban had to say about training, his opponent and more:

On training camp in Las Vegas:

“It’s been a smooth camp so far. I’ve sparred 12 rounds with multiple sparring partners on a few different occasions. I’m very sharp right now and my timing is right where I want it to be. My weight is good and I’m ready to go the distance if I have too.”

On his relationship with Coach Ismael Salas:

“Salas and I have a great relationship and together we are on the same page. He knows what I like to do and he can see flaws in my opponents from the corner. We have plan ‘A, B and C’ for this fight. Salas is a great trainer. We’ll be prepared for anything Shafikov brings to the ring.”

On his matchup with Denis Shafikov:

“This is a very difficult fight, one that I am fully prepared to win. We are both southpaws so it will be very interesting to see how the fight plays out. I’m going to fight my style and dictate the pace. He throws a lot of punches in combinations, something I’ll have to be ready for. This will not be a boring fight. The fans can expect to see me throw a lot of big shots.”

On fighting for the lightweight world title:

“Capturing a world title at lightweight will be a great accomplishment for my career. When an opportunity like this comes your way, you have to seize the moment to be great. That’s what I plan to do against Shafikov. The ultimate goal is to win as many world championships as possible in multiple weight classes.”

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Quotes & Photos Danny Garcia Robert Guerrero Press Conference

Press Releasee For Immediate Release

QUOTES & PHOTOS FROM DANNY GARCIA AND ROBERT GUERRERO
PRESS CONFERENCE IN ADVANCE OF PREMIER BOXING CHAMPIONS ON FOX & FOX DEPORTES SHOWDOWN ON SATURDAY, JANUARY 23 AT STAPLES CENTER IN LOS ANGELES

CO-MAIN EVENT FIGHTERS SAMMY VASQUEZ AND ARON MARTINEZ ALSO IN ATTENDANCE

Credit: Idris Erba/Premier Boxing Champions

LOS ANGELES (December 9, 2015 ) Before undefeated Danny “Swift” Garcia (31-0, 18 KOs) and former world champion Robert “The Ghost” Guerrero (33-3-1, 18 KOs) face-off in a 12-round welterweight showdown on Saturday, January 23 at STAPLES Center in Los Angeles they met Wednesday for a press conference at the Conga Room at L.A. Live to formally announce their primetime battle.

Garcia and Guerrero will headline the televised action on the inaugural Premier Boxing Champions (PBC) on FOX and FOX Deportes fight card beginning at 8 p.m. ET/5 p.m. PT.

Undefeated rising star Sergeant Sammy “The Who Can Mexican” Vasquez (20-0, 14 KOs) and Los Angeles-native Aron Martinez (20-4-1, 4 KOs), who will meet on January 23 in the FOX co-main event, were also on-hand at Wednesday’s press conference.

Tickets for the live event, which is promoted by TGB Promotions, are priced at $300, $200, $100, $50 and $25, not including applicable fees and service charges, and are on sale now. Tickets can be purchased at AXS.com or by phone at 888-929-7849 or at STAPLES Center.

Here is what the participants had to say at today’s press conference:

DANNY GARCIA

“I want to thank California for accepting me and giving me the chance to showcase my skills at STAPLES Center.

“Training camp has been going well. We already started sparring. I feel a lot stronger at 147-pounds. The world hasn’t seen the best of Danny Garcia yet, but they’ll see a fresher, faster, stronger and smarter fighter on January 23.

“I’m from Philadelphia, but I feel like California is my home because they say this is where the stars come. And I’m a star.

“I’m going to go out there and set the tempo. I’m going to back him up. If I have to move around and use angles I will. I’m going to stick to the game plan.

“I’m looking to fight anybody at 147. I believe I will be a champion in this new weight class. This is another step for me towards taking over the welterweight division.

“There are always going to be critics. It’s not a source of motivation. My motivation is to go out there, train hard and win the fight. I want to make my family proud and be the best person I can be.

“Anything can happen on any day. I have to prepare myself for all of the outcomes. The way I prepare myself, I feel like nobody can beat me.

“I represent all Latinos. In order to be a star you have to come here and do it. No matter where you come from, great fights are what you want.

” Come January 23 I’m going to go out there and give the fans a great fight.”

ROBERT GUERRERO

“It’s a blessing to be in the position that I’m in. This is going to be a great fight. We know that Danny comes into every fight ready to win.

“A lot of people are writing me off, but I’ll come in 100% prepared to take the win on January 23.

“This isn’t do or die for me, but it is a big fight. The fans love fighters and that’s what I am. As you saw in my fight with (Keith) Thurman, I come to fight.

“I’ve got to take advantage of this opportunity. If I want to get back on top then this is step one. This is a pivotal point in my career.

“I’ve got a lot of respect for Danny and Angel, but on fight night I’m coming ready to do business. We can be friends after. I’m excited to fight on FOX.”

SAMMY VASQUEZ

“This is because of everything I’ve been through in my life. Now I’m standing here living a dream.

“I know come January 23 this is going to be a tough fight. Aron has faced many world champions. He had a close split decision with Robert Guerrero as well.

“Honestly, it’s easier to be fighting outside of my hometown of Pittsburgh. I’m so busy when I’m there and I try to give everyone attention. I appreciate having that fan base though. They’ve been with me from the beginning.

“The fans are who builds you up. Having those fans has allowed me to get to where I am today.

“I’m looking for fireworks. He’s definitely the type of fighter that’s a step-up for me, and that’s what I’ve been wanting. I’ve been saying I’ll fight anyone the put in front of me. Now he’s in front of me, and it’s my time to shine.

“I’m coming into his back yard, but this isn’t my first time doing that. I’ve done this before and come out victorious.”

ARON MARTINEZ

“I’m happy to be fighting in my hometown. I grew up here. I can’t wait to fight in front of my people.

“Friends are asking me what it’s like to be the underdog. I tell them I’m always the underdog. That’s what makes me work harder.

“I cannot let this man come here and beat me in my hometown. It’s a dream come true to be fighting at STAPLES Center, and I’m going to take full advantage of the opportunity to add this win to my legacy.

“Hopefully Sammy Vasquez is ready because I’ve trained very hard to get here. I plan to train even harder now, have a great camp right here in the capital of boxing, and finish preparing myself.

“I think this fight is going to steal the show. It’ll be fireworks!”

ANGEL GARCIA, DANNY GARCIA’S FATHER AND TRAINER

“We’ve got to take Robert Guerrero very seriously because we know he’s coming to win against Danny.

“Danny is 31-0 and I’m going to make sure nobody takes that zero away from him.

“The Puerto Rico-Mexico rivalry will heat up. Danny is the best Puerto Rican fighter out there and we’re excited for the chance to prove it January 23 at STAPLES Center.”

RUBEN GUERRERO, ROBERT GUERRERO’S FATHER AND TRAINER

“We’re having a strong camp. This is going to be a war.

“Danny Garcia is a good fighter. He can punch. So we’ve got to be ready for all of the things that he’ll bring to the table.

“We have a good game plan and are looking forward to facing Danny at STAPLES Center. We just want to put on a great show on FOX and prove to the world what we’re capable of.”

US Olympic Boxing Trials Day 3 Results

Reno, Nevada

Wednesday, December 9 – 1 p.m.

108 lbs/challengers bracket: Pablo Ramirez, Weslaco, Texas, dec. Adrian Servin, Phoenix, Ariz., 3-0

108 lbs/challengers bracket: Nicholas Scaturchio, Hartsdale, N.Y., dec. Melik Elliston, Denver, Colo., 2-1

108 lbs/winners bracket: Nico Hernandez, Wichita, Kans., dec. Leroy Davila, Princeton, N.J., 3-0

108 lbs/challengers bracket: Ruben Villa, Salinas, Calif., dec. Duke Ragan, Cincinnati, Ohio, 2-1

Wednesday, December 9 – 1 p.m.

114 lbs/challengers bracket: Christian Carto, Deptford, N.J., won on walkover over Khalid Twaiti, Brooklyn, N.Y., W/O

114 lbs/challengers bracket: Eros Correa, San Jose, Calif., dec. Gilbert Renteria, Houston, Texas, 3-0

114 lbs/challengers bracket: Brent Venegas III., Sacramento, Calif., dec. Antonio Vargas, Kissimmee, Fla., 2-1

132 lbs/challengers bracket: Bruce Carrington, Brooklyn, N.Y., won on walkover Israel Mercado, Pomona, Calif., W/O

132 lbs/winners bracket: Teofimo Lopez, Davie, Fla., dec. Maliek Montgomery, Macon, Ga., 2-1

152 lbs/challengers bracket: Paul Kroll, Philadelphia, Pa., dec. Vardges Vardanyan, Panorama City, Calif., 3-0

152 lbs/challengers bracket: Ferdinand Kerobyan, N. Hollywood, Calif., dec. Jose Alday Jr., Odessa, Texas, 2-1

152 lbs/winners bracket: Ardreal Holmes, Flint, Mich., dec. Brian Ceballo, Brooklyn, N.Y., 3-0

178 lbs/challengers bracket: Miguel Teo, Framingham, Mass., dec. Eric Moon, Marietta, Ga., 3-0

178 lbs/challengers bracket: Joseph George, Brooklyn, N.Y., dec. Steven Nelson, Omaha, Neb., 2-1

178 lbs/winners bracket: Jonathan Esquivel, Anaheim, Calif., dec. Elvis Figueroa, New Haven, Conn., 3-0

201+ lbs/challengers bracket: Brandon Lynch, Albany, N.Y., dec. Manase Raikadroka, Inglewood, Calif., 3-0

201+ lbs/challengers bracket: Alante Green, Cleveland, Ohio, dec. Nkosi Solomon, Brooklyn, N.Y., 2-1

201+ lbs/winners bracket: Marlo Moore, Hayward, Calif., dec. Darmani Rock, Philadelphia, Pa., KO-3

US Olympic Boxing Trials Day 2 Results

Tuesday, December 8 – 7 p.m.

108 lbs/challengers bracket: Pablo Ramirez, Weslaco, Texas, dec. D’Angelo Sandate, Thorton, Colo., 3-0
108 lbs/challengers bracket: Melik Elliston, Denver, Colo., dec. Rondarrius Hunter, Atlanta, Ga., 3-0
108 lbs/winners bracket: Nico Hernandez, Wichita, Kan., dec. Nicholas Scaturicho, Hartsdale, N.Y., 2-1
108 lbs/winners bracket: Leroy Davila, Princeton, N.J., dec. Adrian Servin, Phoenix, Ariz., 2-1
123 lbs/challengers bracket: Mikhail Montgomery, Macon, Ga., won on walkover over Irvin Gonzalez, Worchester, Mass., W/O
123 lbs/challengers bracket: Efren Lopez, Fresno, Calif., dec. Francisco Martinez, Dallas, Texas, 3-0
123 lbs/challengers bracket: Gary Russell, Capitol Heights, Md., dec. Richardson Hitchins, Brooklyn, N.Y., 3-0
123 lbs/challengers bracket: Shakur Stevenson, Newark, N.J. dec. Ruben Villa, Salinas, Calif., 3-0
141 lbs/challengers bracket: Jamaine Ortiz- Rodriguez, Worchester, Mass., dec. Luis Feliciano, Milwaukee, Wis., 3-0
141 lbs/challengers bracket: Jaron Ennis, Philadelphia, Pa., dec. Tyrek Irby, Oxon Hill, Md., 3-0

Tuesday, December 8 – 1 p.m.

114 lbs/challengers bracket: Gilbert Renteria, Houston, Texas dec. Jay Crenshaw, 3-0
114 lbs/winners bracket: Brent Venegas III, Sacramento, Calif., dec. Christian Carto, Deptford, N.J., 3-0
114 lbs/challengers bracket: Khalid Twaiti, Brooklyn, N.Y., won on walkover over Aarkeyse Higdon, Lansing, Mich., W/O
114 lbs/winners bracket: Antonio Vargas, Kissimmee, Fla., dec. Eros Correa, San Jose, Calif., 3-0
132 lbs/winners bracket: Maliek Montgomery, Macon, Ga., dec. Elijah Pierce, Oklahoma City, Okla., 2-1
132 lbs/winners bracket: Teofimo Lopez, Davie, Fla., dec. Israel Mercado, Montclair, Calif., 3-0
152 lbs/challengers bracket: Paul Kroll, Philadelphia, Pa., won on medical disqualification over Mark Dawson, Philadelphia, Pa., W/O
152 lbs/challengers bracket: Ferdinand Kerobyan, N. Hollywood, Calif., dec. Rashid Stevens, Gahanna, Ohio, 3-0
152 lbs/winners bracket: Brian Ceballo, Brooklyn, N.Y., dec. Jose Alday, Jr., Odessa, Texas, 2-1
152 lbs/winners bracket: Ardeal Holmes, Flint, Mich., dec. Vardges Vardanyan, Panorama City, Calif., 3-0
178 lbs/challengers bracket: Miguel Teo, Framingham, Mass., dec. Richard Vansiclen, Seattle, Wash., 3-0
178 lbs/challengers bracket: Joseph George, Houston, Texas, dec. Edward Ortiz, San Antonio, Texas, 3-0
178 lbs/winners bracket: Jonathan Esquivel, Anaheim, Calif., dec. Steven Nelson, Omaha, Neb., 2-1
178 lbs/challengers bracket: Elvis Figueroa, Anaheim, Calif., dec. Eric Moon, Omaha, Neb., 2-1
201+ lbs/winners bracket: Darmani Rock, Philadelphia, Pa., dec. Alante Green, Cleveland, Ohio, 3-0
201+ lbs/winners bracket: Marlo Moore, Hayward, Calif., dec. Brandon Lynch, Albany, N.Y., 2-1

106 lbs/Women’s World Trials: Alexandra Love, Colorado Springs, Colo., dec. Giovanna Camacho, Colorado Springs, Colo., 2-1
125 lbs/Women’s World Trials: Kymmberli Stowe, Charlotte, N.C., dec. Eagle Eraux, Tucson, Ariz., 2-1
125 lbs/Women’s World Trials: Rianna Rios, Colorado Springs, Colo., dec. Carmen Vargas, Houston, Texas, 3-0
125 lbs/Women’s World Trials: Melody Montes, Kissimmee, Fla., dec. Iris Contreras, Corte Madera, Calif., 3-0
152 lbs/Women’s World Trials: Martha Fabela, Oakland, Calif., dec. Iesha Kenney, Alexandria, Va., 2-1

Elliston and Sandate Look To Get Back On Track

Standing-8 had the opportunity to interview Melik Elliston and D’Angelo Sandate before their departure to Reno for the Olympic Trials. Both fighters were on the short end of the decision in the opening round of the tournament.

Elliston lost a close decision to Adrian Servin, 2-1 and Sandate lost to Nico Hernandez 3-0.

Both fighters will have an opportunity to battle their way back into contention from the contender’s bracket.

The format is double elimination, if a fighter loses once, they drop into a contenders’ bracket and have the chance to box their way back into the final. If they lose twice, they go home.

In interviewing both fighters they spoke about how they utilize each bout as a learning opportunity. They’ll have to put those lessons learned in to play quickly as they’ll be back in the ring tonight.

US Olympic Boxing Trials Kickoff In Reno- Results

Monday, December 7 – 7 p.m.

Winners bracket quarterfinals

108 lbs: Nico Hernandez, Wichita, Kansas dec. D’Angelo Sandate, Thornton, Colo., 3-0

108 lbs: Leroy Davila, Princeton, N.J., dec. Rondarrius Hunter, Atlanta, Ga., 3-0

108 lbs: Nicholas Scaturicho, Hartsdale, N.HY., dec. Pablo Ramirez, Weslaco, Texas, 2-1

108 lbs: Adrian Servin, Phoenix, Ariz., dec. Melik Elliston, Denver, Colo., 2-1

123 lbs: Efren Lopez, Fresno, Calif., dec. Duke Ragan, Cincinnati, Ohio, 3-0

123 lbs: Ruben Villa, Salinas, Calif., dec. Irvin Gonzalez, Worcester, Mass., 3-0

123 lbs: Shakur Stevenson, Newark, N.J., dec. Mikhail Montgomery, Macon, Ga., 3-0

141 lbs: Tyrek Irby, Oxon Hill, Md., dec. Richardson Hitchins, Brooklyn, N.Y., 2-

141 lbs: Abraham Nova, Albany, N.Y., dec. Jamaine Ortiz-Rodriguez, 2-1

141 lbs: Jaron Ennis, Philadephia, Pa., dec. Gary Russell, Capitol Heights, Md., 2-1

141 lbs: Rahim Gonzales, Sylmar, Calif., dec. Luis Feliciano, Milwaukee, Wis., 3-0

165 lbs: Charles Conwell, Cleveland Heights, Ohio dec. Leshawn Rodriquez, 2-1

165 lbs: Chordale Booker, Brooklyn, N.Y., dec. Carlos Monroe, Snellville, Ga., 3-0

165 lbs: Anthony Campbell, Covington, Tenn., dec. Trevor Lattiore, Bridgeport, Conn., TKO-2

165 lbs: Marquis Moore, Colorado Springs, Colo., dec. Christopher Ousely, Middleton, Wis., 3-0

201 lbs: Joshua Temple, St. Louis, Mo., dec. Hakim Lopez, Lithonia, Ga., TKO-2

201 lbs: Cam F. Awesome, Lenexa, Kansas dec. Adrian Taylor, Mesquite, Texas, 3-0

201 lbs: Brandon Glanton, Atlanta, Ga., dec. Sardius Simmons, Flint, Mich., 3-0

201 lbs: Derae Crane, Colorado Springs, Colo., dec. Patrick Ferguson, Spokane, Wash., 2-1

Monday, December 7 – 1 p.m.

Winners Bracket Quarterfinals

114 lbs: Antonio Vargas, Kissimmee, Fla., dec. Khalid Twaiti, Brooklyn, N.Y., 3-0

114 lbs: Christian Carto, Deptford, N.J., dec. Jay Crenshaw, Houston, Texas, 3-0

114 lbs: Eros Correa, San Jose, Calif., dec. Aarkeyse Higdon, Lansing, Mich., 3-0

114 lbs: Brent Venegas III, Sacramento, Calif., dec. Gilbert Renteria, Houston, Texas, 3-0

132 lbs: Elijah Pierce, Oklahoma City, Okla., dec. Bruce Carrington, Brooklyn, N.Y., 2-1

152 lbs: Jose Alday, Jr., Odessa, Texas dec. Paul Kroll, Philadelphia, Pa, 2-1

152 lbs: Ardreal Holmes, Flint, Mich., dec. Rashid Stevens, Gahanna, Ohio, 3-0

152 lbs: Brian Ceballo, Brooklyn, N.Y., dec. Mark Dawson, Philadelphia, Pa., 3-0

152 lbs: Vardges Vardanyan, Panorama City, Calif., dec. Ferdinand Kerobyan, 2-1

178 lbs: Jonathan Esquivel, Anaheim, Calif., dec. Miguel Teo, Framingham, Mass., 3-0

178 lbs: Steven Nelson, Omaha, Neb., dec. Richard Vansiclen, Seattle, Wash., 2-1

178 lbs: Eric Moon, Marietta, GA., dec. Joseph George, Houston, Texas, 201

178 lbs: Elvis Figueroa, New Haven, Conn., dec. Edward Ortiz, San Antonio, Texas, 2-1

201+ lbs: Marlo Moore, Hayward, Calif., dec. Nkosi Solomon, Brooklyn, N.Y., 3-0

201+ lbs: Alante Green, Cleveland, Ohio dec. Manase Raikadroka, Inglewood, Calif., 3-0

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