GREG COHEN PROMOTIONS JOINS FORCES WITH AUSTRALIAN PROMOTER ADAM WILCOCK

WILCOCK TO ASSUME ROLE OF  VICE PRESIDENT OF GLOBAL OPERATIONS Greg Cohen Promotions is proud to announce the appointment of Australian promoter Adam Wilcock of FightCard Promotions to the role of Vice President of Global Operations. In a move to further cement its growing role as a global promotional force, the official addition of Wilcock to the GCP team formalizes their now long-standing partnership. As a leading promoter and manager within the Australian market, the addition of Wilcock into the executive team gives GCP a solid foundation and base in both the Australian and ever growing Pacific/Asian regions. Making the announcement CEO Greg Cohen was typically upbeat, "Adam and I have been working together for over four years now on a number of different projects. There are some big things ahead in the immediate future of GCP and its role within the boxing landscape, adding Adam into our executive team gives GCP further solidity and ability to grow. From both a strategic and operational level I couldn't be happier with the advancement that we have made as a company with this announcement. This appointment further allows GCP to work within the Australian market, the boxing-strong region of Southeast Asia and also expand its reach into the UK. Adam is a tireless worker and servant to boxing, over the past four years he's helped re-establish Australian boxing on the world scene and I'm excited to have him add to the already great team at GCP." Wilcock will split his time between the USA and Australia, as GCP continues to mine the talent-rich Australian boxing scene for future champions. According to the 39-year-old English-born Wilcock, this new role is a dream come true. "Greg is the consummate professional in this industry and we've been working on a number of different things over the past few years. I'm looking forward to helping shape and guide a positive future for GCP. There are some great things on the horizon and I'm looking forward to the challenges ahead." "The Aussie boxers that we have on the GCP roster at the moment are all not only great talents, but also wonderful people. There's a hotbed of talent in Australia and GCP plans to find and help crown the next Aussie world champ," continued Cohen. Having worked together to bring the strongest Australian talent onto the world stage, GCP will showcase its commitment to expanding markets with the upcoming US debut of undefeated Australian-based Irishman "Hurricane" Dennis Hogan (19-0, 7 KOs), on its upcoming Thursday, November 13, show at The Space at Westbury in Westbury, New York. Hogan, who resides in Brisbane, Australia, is ranked top 15 by both WBA and IBF. For further details on this announcement or the November 13 promotion, please visitwww.gcpboxing.com.   ### About Greg Cohen Promotions One of boxing's premier promotional outfits, Greg Cohen Promotions (GCP) is a well-respected name for staging world-class professional boxing events and promoting elite professional fighters throughout the world. Founder and CEO Greg Cohen has been involved with professional boxing in various capacities since the late 1980s, honing his craft and establishing himself as a shrewd international boxing businessman. Distinguished by his ability to spot and develop raw talent, Cohen made headlines for his expert guidance of, among many others, former WBA Junior Middleweight Champion Austin "No Doubt" Trout, who Cohen helped guide from unknown New Mexico prospect to elite pay-per-view level superstar. In addition to Trout, Greg Cohen Promotions has worked with established names such as former unified and two-time heavyweight champion Hasim "The Rock" Rahman (50-8-2, 41 KOs); and all-time-great multiple-weight class world champion James "Lights Out" Toney (74-7-3, 45 KOs). Current world-rated contenders in the GCP roster include Arash Usmanee, universally recognized as a top-10 super featherweight; former WBA International Middleweight Champion and world-rated middleweight contender Jarrod Fletcher; top-rated featherweight Joel Brunker; Freddie Roach-trained heavyweight Lateef Kayode; Canadian lightweight and TV action hero Tony Luis, currently rated #12 in the WBA; Top 15 IBF and WBA and five-time Irish National Amateur Champion, Dennis Hogan; and Rising Undefeated Welterweight sensation Cecil McCalla.  Greg Cohen Promotions has hosted world-class boxing events in the finest venues throughout the United States and the world and has also proudly provided talent and/or content for several television networks including HBO, Showtime, ESPN, NBC Sports Network, MSG and FOX Sports Net.

SUPER 8: Shane Cameron vs. Kali Meehan

Shane Cameron vs. Kali Meehan on Saturday November 22nd at North Shore Events Centre is a heavyweight stoush 20 years in the making.  The perfect pre-Christmas bash, witness two Kiwi legends, battle not only for the WBA Oceania Heavyweight title, but for their legacy. The future of both veteran slugger’s lie with this do or die SUPER FIGHT. The “Mountain Warrior” has vowed to retire if he loses - as an attendee you have a chance to witness an history in the making.  In another world class SUPER FIGHT -  NZ’s highest ranked boxer David Aloua will defend his WBA & WBO Cruiserweight belts against World # 14 Daniel “Biff” Baff from Australia. Either of these two bouts would be worthy of a standalone main event on any professional card in Australasia and are guaranteed to captivate the traditional boxing fan over 10 rounds of gruelling action.  For fans who enjoy the unpredictable excitement of the tournament format, the hugely successful SUPER 8 knock out format returns. Headlining Australasia’s 8 best cruiserweights, this thrilling division is the most exciting in boxing right now and promises a night of explosive power, pure speed, agility and chilling knockouts. SUPER 8 has already secured three of the region’s top fighters in former world number 10 and Aussie # 1, Brad “Hollywood” Pitt, Daniel Amman and David Tua trained NZ Champion, Monty Filimaea. With a further five champions to be announced in the coming weeks, there are a myriad of mouthwatering match ups on offer. The scene is set for an enthralling evening of electric entertainment which offers something for everyone. SUPER 8 - SUPER FIGHT NIGHT: every fight matters. As an attendee you will enjoy: 6 hours of pure explosive entertainment 9 unpredictable bouts from 12 world-class fighters fine food and wine from a Michelin trained chef  an opportunity to entertain your clients at a memorable occasion  a night where every fight matters As the promoter of Tua vs. Cameron; I have the same chills running up my spine, the electricity and sense of occasion that history will be made on the night. Super 8 will be an epic night where legacies are defined and new careers launched.  Make the most of Christmas entertaining this year and secure a table or a double pass for you and a friend to be part of a truly special evening. Prices start from just $5995+GST and can be booked online atwww.supereight.co.nz or through Harpreet at SKY ARENA on +64 09 583 4359 or +64 21 841 401.  In the spirit of Christmas and giving we will also be raising funds for Asthma New Zealand.

Cohen Congratulates Light Middleweight 'Hurricane' Hogan for Winning Regional WBA Belt

Promises to Bring Exciting Irish/Australian Slugger to USA Soon Greg Cohen of Greg Cohen Promotions wishes to congratulate the fighter he co-promotes (along with Adam Wilcock for FightCard Promotions), Dennis "Hurricane" Hogan for winning the WBA Oceania Light Middleweight Championship on Sunday night. The popular Hogan (19-0-1, 7 KOs) scored a clear split decision over Australia's Steve Moxon at the Grand Star Receptions in Altona North, Victoria, Australia. A four-time national amateur champion with over 150 fights in his native Ireland, 29-year-old Hogan now lives and trains in Queensland, Australia. In addition to the WBA belt, in his three-year pro career, Hogan has already won the Queensland State Super Middleweight, Queensland State Middleweight and Australian Middleweight Championships. He is currently rated #14 by the IBF and with the victory over Moxon, will almost surely crack the WBA's rankings as well. "Dennis showed his world-class skills while winning a regional title that will lead to bigger and better things," said Greg Cohen. "Most ringside observers had him winning 10 out of 12 rounds, but one of the judges inexplicably had it a split decision. Regardless, he won and Adam and I are now planning to have him make his USA debut later this summer." Cohen says that because of his personality and exciting style, Hogan is one of those rare fighters that fans adore. "Dennis is the type of Irish fighter that has that special connection with his fans, like a John Duddy," continued Cohen. "He is a special kid and we are excited to bring him to the world stage. I send my sincere congratulations to Dennis and to the boxing world: get ready for a new star middleweight from Ireland/Australia. We will have an announcement about his arrival in the US very soon."

Daniel Geale Eyeing Triple GGG Showdown

DANIEL GEALE

EYES GENNADY 'GGG' GOLOVKIN SHOWDOWN

AUSTRALIA (February 19, 2014) - Last night at the Horden Pavilion, in Moore Park, New South Wales, Australia, former two-time middleweight world champion, Daniel "Real Deal" Geale (30-2, 15 KOs) dominated WBA #12 Garth Wood (12-3-2, 8 KOs), stopping his fellow countryman as his corner halted the bout after the sixth round.  He is now eyeing a bout with Gennandy "GGG" Golovkin.

"My ambition is to recapture a world title and bring it back to Australia," said Geale.  "I will do whatever it takes to regain my status as the middleweight champion of the world.  With Wood out of the way, the doors have opened for other big fights.  I believe Gennady Golovkin and I would make for a great fight.  If HBO can bring that fight to fruition then I'm all for it. Golovkin needs to fight someone of my caliber to be considered elite.  The fans deserve a great competitive fight and that's what Golovkin and I bring to the table."

"I would have fought Golovkin already had there been a PPV date, but there was none available.  My promoters Gary Shaw and Garrie Francisco believe this fight can happen and that's the direction I want to go. The same style I fought against Wood is what I anticipate would be successful against Golovkin.  It would be a great fight for the fans."

Cohen Congratulates WBA #3 Fletcher for Win Over Kanofski

Promoter Greg Cohen of Greg Cohen Promotions would like to congratulate Queensland, Australia's WBA #3 middleweight Jarrod "Left Jab" Fletcher (17-1, 10 KOs) for his wide unanimous decision over Tim Kanofski (12-7, 1 KO) at the Calabria club, in Melbourne, Australia last Friday.

Waiting patiently for his big opportunity, Fletcher controlled the action in a stay-busy matchup.

Cohen says his man is being talked about for a shot at the winner of the upcoming WBA championship fight between champion Gennady Golovkin and Curtis Stevens, scheduled for November 2 at Madison Square Garden.

"Jarrod Fletcher is in a position for several big fights right now and we'll be looking to get him into them as soon as possible," said Cohen. "Not only is he a strong possibility for the winner of Golovkin/Stevens, he's also got former champs Daniel Geale and Anthony Mundine for huge All-Australia showdowns. It's a good time to be Jarrod Fletcher right now."

PROMOTER VLAD WARTON BELIEVES EXPECTS MUNDINE – MOSLEY TO BE A RECORD SHATTERING EVENT IN AUSTRALIA

SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA (September 18, 2013)—On Wednesday night October 23^rd, It will be an historic night of boxing at the Sydney Entertainment Center in Sydney, Australia when former three world champion Anthony Mundine (44-5, 26 KO’s) battles six-time world champion and future Hall of Famer “Sugar” Shane Mosley in a twelve round Jr. Middleweight bout for the WBA International championship.

The fight is promoted by Vlad Warton’s Millennium Events and Golden Boy Promotions.

Warton, who has promoted big fights all over the world, believes that this fight will be undoubtedly one of the biggest fights in the history of Australia.

That’s a big statement considering fights that fights such as the 1992 rematch between Jeff Fenech and Azumah Nelson as well as a fight that Warton promoted in 2003 between the great Kostya Tszyu and Jesse James Leija drew 40,000 spectators to the Telstra Dome in Melbourne

“This is a fight fan’s dream fight for Australia”, said Warton.

“Because of a legend like Shane Mosley, it will excite the fans of Australia.  Because of what he has done in his career, Mosley will have as much support as Mundine on October 23^rd.  He has fought no one but the best and has beaten a lot of great fighters so to say Anthony has his work cut out for him is an understatement”

“Given the styles and Mosley’s championship experience, I would say he has an edge.”

The promoter points out there are similarities and the differences that will make this an interesting fight.

“While Mundine is slightly younger and taller, Mosley is stronger.  You have Mundine coming down from Middleweight and Mosley is coming up from Welterweight.  This fight considering the styles will provide huge excitement”

Not since Roy Jones Jr. fought Danny Green in 2009, has a fighter with the superstar pedigree of a Shane Mosley traveled to Australia for a big fight.

“This is a great opportunity to see someone as great as Shane Mosley on these shores.  He maybe 42 years old, but he is coming off a great win over a future world champion in Pablo Cesar Cano so we know he still has a ton of gas left in his tank”

Neither fighter can afford a loss at this stage in their career as it will be an extremely tough road back for the loser, yet the winner will get the opportunity for one more high profile fight.

“The winner will get a high profile fight back in the United States while the loser will go back to zero.  Anthony knows that this could be his last great opportunity. He is more mature and even though he is a three-time world champion, this could be a career defining fight.”

The fight will be televised via Pay Per View in Australia on Main Event and New Zealand on SKY Channel and tickets to the live event are $1000; $500; $200; $100 and $50

An American Television partner will be announced shortly.

JOEL BRUNKER: "I'M READY TO FIGHT FOR A WORLD TITLE"

NEW JERSEY (August 27, 2013) - Gary Shaw Productions featherweight contender, Australia's Joel Brunker (27-0, 15 KOs), feels he's ready to challenge any of the champions in his division.  Currently undefeated, Brunker has been steadily climbing up the rankings in all sanctioning organizations.  Brunker is rated No. 4 WBO, No. 6 IBF, No. 13 WBA, and No. 15 WBC respectively. 

"I'm ready to fight for a world title," said Brunker. "I've fought many styles as I worked my way up the rankings.  In those fights I've gained a lot of experience.  My skills have enhanced tremendously and I feel confident in my ability to capture a world title."

Known for his vicious body attack, promoter Gary Shaw believes Brunker has the style to beat any of the current champions. 

"Joel Brunker is a tremendous fighter." Shaw said. "He's improved immensity in the last few years.  He's got a great chin and he's a powerful puncher.  His body shots wear down his opponents and I feel he's ready to take his career to the next level.  I'll be talking with my co-promoter Ace Boxing's Angelo DiCarlo to see what we can do to get Brunker a title shot.  He's ready."

Brunker hosts his training camps in Las Vegas where he's been getting great sparring for his fights.  The move has given him extra confidence.

"Since I moved my training camps to Las Vegas, I've been getting good sparring with all the top guys," Brunker stated. "The work I'm getting is second to none.  When you spar with the best fighters in the world, you're bound to get better.  I'm extremely happy with my promoters Gary Shaw and Angelo DiCarlo for all their hard work.  I trust they will do their best to put me in the best possible position to fight for a world title."

Soa “The Hulk” Palelei signs with Paradigm MMA Management for full-service representation

February 25, 2013

(Irvine, CA)  Soa “The Hulk” Palelei has signed with Paradigm MMA Management for full service representation.   The Australian Heavyweight fighter has amassed a very impressive record of 18-3 in his professional MMA career.  Soa has not lost a fight since 2010 and is currently on an eight fight winning streak, including seven first round TKOs.  Additionally, all of The Hulk’s 18 career wins have come via finish (14 KO/TKO and 4 submissions). 

Soa had this to say about working with Paradigm:

 “I chose to sign with Paradigm MMA Management because it felt right, as much as it’s a business venture, I feel that Paradigm MMA Management genuinely cares about me as a client and athlete.  I feel they will work with me, and my team, to help me grow in the industry.

I’m very selective as to whom I work with, and let into my business, and with Paradigm MMA Management I feel secure, I see them as part of the Hulk Family.  My drive and resilience along with Paradigm’s discipline and experience we will do huge things.  Everyone just needs to tune in and watch this sport.”

Paradigm MMA President Audie Attar said, “We are excited to have Soa join the Paradigm MMA family.  He is a tremendously exciting fighter which is demonstrated by his 18 wins all coming via finish.  We look forward to working with The Hulk and know there are great things to come in the future.” 

IBF Middleweight Eliminator Will Air on WealthTV

Battle Between Felix Sturm and Sam Soliman to air in the USA on WealthTV

SAN DIEGO, CA –February 5^th 2013 - WealthTV has secured the rights to air the bout between the WBA #2 contender Felix Sturm (37-3, 16KO) and the IBF #1 contender Sam Soliman (42-11, 17KO). The contest received 5 out of 5 star rating from BoxRec.com. 

WealthTV will air the fight on February 14^th at 10 PM ET during WealthTV’s usual Thursday “Fight Night” time slot.  It will be the first airing of the February 1^st fight in the United States.

The bout was the first non-title fight for Sturm since 2007 as he looked to bounce back from a tough loss against Soliman’s fellow Australian, Daniel Geale.  Soliman put his title on the line twelve times before finally losing it to Geale.

Soliman needed to win this fight in order to put himself in line for an all-Australian IBFtitle fight against Daniel Geale.  Geale successfully defended his title against another Aussie, Anthony Mundine, a day before.

“Boxing fans will enjoy this world-class matchup that is exciting from start to finish,” stated WealthTV Director of Live Events Tommy Morris, “A fight of this quality should be seen all around the world and we are happy to be the television outlet for the American boxing fan.”

All of WealthTV’s fights can be seen on WealthTV nationally on Verizon FiOS TV channel 169 and 669 in HD, AT&T U-Verse TV channels 470 and 1470 in HD,along with over 100 cable systems across the country as well as on line viewing on numerous connected devices and via www.wealthtv.com.

About WealthTV

WealthTV is the premier lifestyle and entertainment network —the destination for exclusive and original programming, simultaneously transmitted in high definition and standard definition.  WealthTV delivers to informative shows to its viewers, providing invaluable insights on what every American dreams of – from travel secrets to fast cars, from outrageous homes to live events, and much more.  The network fills a television vacuum by delivering intellectually stimulating, thought-provoking entertainment and always-unbiased news from an insider’s perspective. For more information, please visit www.wealthtv.com

KIMBO SLICE MEETS WITH CROUNULL-SUTHERLAND SHARKS RUGBY TEAM AS HE AWAITS TILYARD SHOWDOWNKIMBO SLICE MEETS WITH CROUNULL-SUTHERLAND SHARKS RUGBY TEAM AS HE AWAITS TILYARD SHOWDOWN

  

January 25, 2013 - Global icon fighter Kimbo Slice, who's promoted by Gary Shaw Productions, is less than a week away from his highly anticipated 4-round bout against QLD Heavyweight champion Shane Tilyard. The bout takes place at the Sydney Entertainment Centre, on Wednesday, January 30, as the co-feature on the undercard of Mundine vs. Geale II. 

Earlier toady Kimbo recently spent time with the Cronulla-Sutherland Sharks, one of Australia's professional Rugby league teams.  He watched the team train and afterwards posed with the players while answering questions from the media. 

"I enjoyed watching the Sharks practice today." said Kimbo Slice. "The whole team along with their coaches greeted me with open arms. They all seemed real excited about watching me fight live in their native land.  The all smiled when I said I'm here to do what I do and that's knock somebody out."

It was evident that Kimbo Slice's popularity has reached a worldwide status as tons of Australian fans that were present mobbed the global sensation, once they got a glimpse of him.

"The fans out here in Australia are really cool.  It's a good feeling to know that I have fans half way around the world and I really encourage them all to come see the fight live or watch it on Pay Per View." stated Kimbo Slice.

"There is no doubt about it...I'm going to put on a great show for all my fans. Shane Tilyard is a tough guy, but he's never been in the ring with a brawler like me.  I'm on another level."

Gary Shaw believes Kimbo Slice's mass appeal to connect with fans is unique and he expects those watching on PPV will get their money's worth. 

"Every time Kimbo Slice is about to fight the whole world waits in anticipation to see what he's going to do against his opponent," said Shaw. "One thing you can always count on is Kimbo going for the knockout.  He throws with bad intentions 

Gary Shaw Productions, in association with Grange Old School Boxing and Black Venom Promotions, will show Mundine vs. Geale II on PPV.  MAIN EVENT will broadcast the entire card live and exclusive from 7:30pm AEDT.  Book now through www.mainevent.com.au. Tickets are still available through www.ticketmaster.com.au.

DANIEL "REAL DEAL" GEALE REFLECTS ON WBA SITUATION

November 1, 2012 - After being stripped by the WBA for taking the Anthony Mundine fight, Australian middleweight champion, Daniel "Real Deal" Geale (28-1, 25 KOs) reflects on the decision made by the sanctioning organization.  

"Whilst I enjoyed unifying titles and being crowned the WBA super champion it has become ultimately clear to me that it is impossible to keep all the belts," said Daniel Geale. "I am aware of my mandatory obligations, however I felt that the challenge from Anthony Mundine was an opportunity to settle the score once and for all, and I want to thank the IBF for granting me the exception that creates a fight which will please all Australian boxing fans.

"As I proudly remain the I.B.F. World champion, I wish the WBA and whoever they crown the same short lived pleasure as I will be coming to reclaim what is rightfully mine."

Dreams, Fairy Tales and Miracles: Inspiring New Book by Kerry Daigle

Louisiana/October 2 - On October 25, renowned Author, Speaker, Boxing Promoter a proud Cajun from Opelousas, Louisiana, Kerry Daigle is releasing his inspiring book "Dreams, Fairy Tales and Miracles (Things I Learned About Success from Maw-Maw and Paw-Paw Daigle that You Won't Learn at Harvard or Yale)". A book of poignant, insightful and sometimes amusing stories of Daigle's grandparents and their words of wisdom, Dreams, Fairy Tales and Miracles has something for everyone looking for inspiration to succeed, whether in sports, business, or their personal lives. A living testament to the power of its message, Daigle used the lessons he learned from his grandparents to become the ultimate Renaissance man. A successful entrepreneur since 1965, he runs a number of thriving businesses, which take him around the world, from Australia to the United Kingdom and throughout the United States and Canada. "Dreams, Fairy Tales, and Miracles conveys his (Daigle's) personal journey and how he followed that advice from Maw-Maw and Paw-Paw Daigle. And now he shares this goldmine with us. A 'must-read!'" said Richard C. Boronow, MD and Clinical Professor of Gynaecology, Emeritus at the University of Mississippi Medical Center. Because of the way it talks about how to maximize your potential in a simple and inspirational manner, Dreams, Fairy Tales and Miracles is ideal for sharing with family, friends, and business associates and can also be put to great use by corporations for salespeople, customer service, marketing, and public relations staff. The book contains a foreword written by well-known sports television announcer Dave Bontempo. "I like Kerry's win-win approach, his role of kingmaker, and his quest to unearth the best in human nature," said Bontempo. "But that's not all. It's also because this book mirrors qualities anyone would respect: modest roots, tenacity, and dreaming big but retaining perspective. I believe that holding on to one's friendly qualities, as Kerry has, is important. Congeniality in a dog-eat-dog world is a badge of class." Dreams, Fairy Tales, and Miracles is available in paperback and runs 128 pages. The book is available for pre-order now. It is priced at $9.95 ($10.95 after October 1, 2012). Incredible bulk discounts are being offered until October 1. The book will be out October 25th. Learn more at www.dreamsfairytales.com. To read Dave Bontempo's foreword, click here (http://www.kmdteam.com/foreword.html).

Judo Player Ivo Dos Santos Headed to Olympic Games in London

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Hi, Ivo Dos Santos, Judo athlete here.

Just thought I'd give you all an update on my Olympic Qualifying campaign. 

I AM GOING TO LONDON!!!

I've linked a blog I wrote about the final selection competition at the top of this email for you guys to check out if you are curious.
 

But to summarize I was able to win the OJU Continental Championships for the fourth straight time and qualify in 14th place in the 66kg category.

My points total of 434 was the highest by an Australian in any of the weight divisions.

 

In total Australia has qualified six athletes with five of them coming from my training group in Melbourne.

I also just competed in the 2012 Australian National Championships in Wollongong where I rounded out my domestic preparation by winning gold in the 66kg category one more time.

From here I will head out to Europe for 5 weeks of Competition and Training Camps in different countries and we will end up in the Olympic Village around July 23. This intense preparation will see me primed for an assault on the 66 kg category on July 29. 

 

I'm aiming for a medal so it is going to be a hard slog.

Thanks to all of my sponsors and supporters who've helped me along the way and for any who are still curious it is not too late to get involved. 

 

I've already done a fair bit of media and there is a lot more coming up between now and the games. 

 

It's a perfect time for some sponsors to get on board and get their products out there through me.

Cheers

Ivo Dos Santos

World #14 - 66kg

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